In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar for the upcoming Saturday, 26 July 2025. These events and programs are thoughtfully curated to support and engage Connecticut’s veteran community.
For a complete list of events and more details, please refer to the full Connecticut Veterans Calendar in our upcoming publication or though our previous publication doesn’t include the events here, it has the all others.
This Thursday Preview highlights new Connecticut Veterans events added to the upcoming Saturday Calendar. Each listing has its own dedicated PDF flyer for easy viewing, sharing, or printing. All events are located in Connecticut and are curated specifically for Veterans, service members, and their families.
Thursday 24 July 2025 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 26 July, 2025
Events are in order by date
CCSU Office of Veterans Affairs
CCSU Office of Veterans Affairs
Enrollment Open
Central Commitment: Veterans Success Program at CCSU
Central Connecticut State University supports veterans with a free application waiver, National Guard tuition waivers, and tuition assistance. Choose from 100+ degree programs, join 120+ student clubs, enjoy Division I athletics, and study abroad in 27+ countries.
Top majors: Computer Science, Business/Marketing, Education, Psychology, Social Science.
Veterans benefits include:
Ch. 30, 31, 33, 35, and 1606 GI Bill programs.
We Are Central to Veterans’ Success.
Contact:
Office of Veterans Affairs
📞 860.832.2838
📧 vetaffairs@ccsu.edu
Hosted by:
Central Connecticut State University (860) 832-2838
Location:
Central Connecticut State University,
1615 Stanley Street
New Britain, CT 06050
Somers Veterans Coffee House Plan Your Probate
Somers Veterans Coffee House Plan Your Probate
Saturday, July 26, 2025
8:30-11:00 AM
SOMERS VETERANS COFFEEHOUSE
NOT SELF, BUT COUNTRY
THE LAST SATURDAY
IN JULY PLAN YOUR PROBATE
TIMOTHY R. E. KEENEY
Retired Navy SEAL, Attorney & Former Judge, will share his knowledge on the probate pro-cess and what individuals need to plan for it.
- What happens during probate
- Who needs to file it
- Common costs to be prepared for
- How families can plan ahead for a smooth probate
Complimentary – Bring a Guest
Hosted by:
Somers Department of Veterans Affairs
(860) 272-4207
Location:
600 Main St,
Somers, CT 06071
Port 5/BBOA Porgy Contest
Port 5 /BBOA Porgy Contest
SUNDAY, JULY 27TH AT PORT 5
WEIGH-IN AT 1PM SHARP
$20.00 PER CONTESTANT
EACH CONTESTANT WEIGHS IN THEIR HEAVIEST FISH
1ST, 2ND, 3RD PRIZES
CALCUTTA IS $20.00 PER BOAT
3 HEAVIEST PORGIES PER BOAT
LUNCH TO FOLLOW
Hosted by:
Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans
Location:
Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans (203) 576-9366
69 Brewster St,
Bridgeport, CT 06605
Mystic Summer Concert Series 102D Army Band Jazz Combo and Concert Band
Mystic Summer Concert Series 102D Army Band Jazz Combo and Concert Band
Tuesday
July 29th 2025
7:00-8:00
CONNECTICUT
ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
Hosted by:
Location:
Mystic River Park,
Cottrell St,
Mystic, CT 06355
102D Army Band Presents Summer Concert Series On The Windsor Green
102D Army Band Presents Summer Concert Series On The Windsor Green
July 31, 2025
6:30PM-8:30PM
Concert Band and Rock Band
Connecticut Army National Guard
Presented by:
Location:
Windsor Town Green
275 Broad St,
Windsor, CT 06095
Berlin’s Tribute to Veterans by the 102D Army Band
Berlin’s Tribute to Veterans by the 102D Army Band
Brass and Concert Band
August 6th
6:30-8:00
MISSION MUSIC ARMY ALWAYS
102D ARMY BAND
CONNECTICUT
ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
Hosted by:
Location:
Berlin Veteran’s Memorial Park, Massirio Dr &, Farmington Ave,
Berlin, CT 06037
Veterans Resource Fair 12 August 2025
Veterans Resource Fair
AUGUST 12, 2025
Doors open at 9am Formalities and introductions will begin at 9:30am
American Legion Post 19 along with Patriot Veterans Coffee House will be holding a Veterans Resource Fair
We will be posting more information as it becomes available!
Hosted by:
(860) 456-1404
& Patriot Veterans Coffee House (860) 213-3886
Location: 339 Brick Top Rd, Windham, CT 06280
Hebron American Legion CHICKEN DINNER “TO FLY” PACKAGED TO GO
Hebron American Legion CHICKEN DINNER “TO FLY” PACKAGED TO GO
SATURDAY AUGUST 16th
12 ΝΟΟΝ ΤΟ 3:00 PM
- HALF BARBEQUE CHICKEN
- CORNBREAD
- PASTA SALAD
- COLE SLAW
$15.00
TO RESERVE YOUR DINNER: CONTACT JOE FETTA 203-848-5913 OR RON PARKYN park1969@comcast.net
LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE AT DOOR
DRIVE IN LIBRARY PARKING LOT
FOR OUTSIDE PICK UP IN BACK PARKING LOT
PICNIC TABLES AVAILABLE FOR DINING ON PREMISES
PLEASE HAVE EXACT CHANGE OR CHECK MADE OUT TO AMERICAN LEGION POST 95
Hosted by:
(860) 530-3136
Location: 18 Main St
Hebron, CT 06248
August VFW Mixtape Match
August VFW Mixtape Match
Sunday, August 17 2025
1:00PM – 4:00PM
What is MIXTAPE MATCH?
Mixtape Match plays just like traditional bingo. But, instead of letters and numbers on the playing cards, there are songs. The host will play about a minute of a song and tell you the name of the song and artist. If you have it on your card, check it off. It’s that easy!
Game is played individually.
No teams necessary.
Beverages will be available for purchase. You may bring your own snacks.
Round 1 starts at 1:00pm Sharp! (3 Rounds Of Play) Materials can be picked up starting at 12:30pm Prizes Awarded To The Winner(s) Of Each Round $20.00 Gets You Two Match Cards Per Round
Call the Post to reserve a spot for you and your friends.(203) 269-7114
Hosted by:
(203) 269-7114
Location: 23 Prince St, Wallingford, CT 06492
American Legion Post 20 BBQ & Clam Bake
American Legion Post 20 BBQ & Clam Bake
AUGUST 23, 2025
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- CLAMS
- BBQ CHICKEN
- PULLED PORK
- SHRIMP
- N.E CLAM CHOWDER
- CORN ON THE COB
- CHEESEBURGERS
- HOT DOGS, AND MORE
TICKETS AVAILABLE: $35
SEE BARTENDER
MUSIC BY: DJ AL
Hosted by:
American Legion Post 20 Terryville (860) 584-9119
Location:
245 Main
Terryville, CT 06786
VFW Post 5095 Big Bucks BINGO
VFW Post 5095 Big Bucks BINGO
SUNDAY, AUG 24 TH
DOORS OPEN 11:30 AM.
GAME PLAY STARTS AT 1PM
Pick Up Your Ticket Any Thursday During BINGO
BIG BUCKS BINGO-Where Fortune Favors the Bold!
$ CASH PRIZES galore-win big and feel the thrill!
$100 gets you ALL IN-no picking and choosing, just pure bingo excitement!
Light Lunch Served-because winners deserve to feast!
Not your average Thurs night bingo-this is NEXT LEVEL fun!
Seats are filling fast-mark your calendar, grab your lucky charm, and get ready to shout BINGO!
Will you be the next big winner?
WITH ANY QUESTIONS
Hosted by:
(860) 267-8837
Location:
20 N Maple St,
East Hampton, CT 06424
Carlson-sjovall Post 105 Centennial Celebration
Carlson-sjovall Post 105 Centennial Celebration
September 6th
11AM-4PM
Join the Community in Honoring Servicemembers, Veterans, & First Responders. Music-Food – Exhibits – Fun!
A Day to Say Thanks!
Scan the QR code in the flyer to donate to our GoFundme Campaign!
Hosted by:
American Legion Carlson-sjovall Post 105.
(860) 985-4371
Location:
New Lane & West ST,
Cromwell Connecticut
Couch-Pipa VFW Lobster & Steak Bake
Couch-Pipa VFW Lobster & Steak Bake
Saturday,
September 6, 2025
12 Noon – 4 PM
Rain Date: Sunday,
September 7, 2025
- Lobster
- Steak
- Baked Potato
- Clam Chowder
- Corn on the Cob
Music by: BRB B Reaney Blues
Tickets: $50 per person
Tickets only available at the Post (860) 824-8158
NO TICKETS AT THE DOOR
LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE •
Hosted by:
Canaan VFW Couch-Pipa Post 6851
(860) 456-1404
Location: 104 S Canaan Rd,
Canaan, CT 06018
Connecticut Classic Car Show
Connecticut Classic Car Show
Sunday, September 7th, 2025. 10am – 3pm (Rain Date: Sunday 9/14/25)
http://www.swlegion133.org/car-show.html?
Presented by: South Windsor American Legion Post #133 ( 860) 416-5276
AND Connecticut Military Corvette Club, INC.
Location: Nomads Outdoor Adventure 100 Bidwell Rd, South Windsor, CT 06074
American Legion Milford Annual Family Picnic
American Legion Milford Annual Family Picnic
SATURDAY
SEPTEMBER 13, 2025
10AM – 6PM
BREAKFAST 10AM-12PM
LUNCH/DINNER 1:30PM-5:00PM
CASH BAR ONLY
50/50 RAFFLE
TICKETS AVAILABLE JULY 17, 2025. ASK YOUR BARTENDER
$30.00
PER TICKET
RAFFLE PRIZES ALL DAY!!
MUSIC PROVIDED BY DJ
Hosted by:
American Legion East Shore Post 196.
(203) 874-9822
Location:
25 Merwin Ave,
Milford, CT 06460
Port 5 Women’s Auxiliary FALL Arts & Crafts Fair
Port 5 Women’s Auxiliary FALL Arts & Crafts Fair
Sat, Sept. 20
9am – 3pm
Free Entry
Indoor & Outdoor Vendors Food & Drinks for Purchase Rain or Shine
VENDORS WANTED: The Port 5 Women’s Auxiliary will be hosting their first ever Fall Arts & Crafts Fair on Saturday, September 20. If you are interested in being a vendor, pick up an application at the club or send an email to port5craftfair@gmail.com and we’ll forward you an application.
Contact: port5craftfair@gmail.com
Hosted by:
Location:
Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans (203) 576-9366
69 Brewster St,
Bridgeport, CT 06605
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