In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar for the upcoming Saturday, 6 September 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 4 September 2025 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 6 September, 2025
Events are in order by date
2025 Sky’s The Limit Hiking Challenge
2025 Sky’s The Limit Hiking Challenge
Join us For a Veterans’ Walk
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2025
10AM START
About The Event
Open to all veterans, active-duty service members, and their families
Dogs on leash are welcome
Share, connect, and explore scenic Topsmead State Forest
Enjoy light complimentary refreshments
Registration Required – Free to join, out-of-state parking fees may apply
Event may be canceled due to inclement weather – you will receive an email
REGISTER HERE or use QR code
For More Information About The Sky’s The Limit Annual Hiking And Walking Challenge, Visit: https://ctparks.com/skys-the-limit-hiking-challenge
Questions?bdeep.skysthelimit@ct.gov
Subject: Vet Walk
Hosted by:
Location: Topsmead State Forest
141 Buell Road, Litchfield
Meet Under Tent Near Info Shed
Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary BINGO
Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary BINGO
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Doors open at 6:00 pm Games start at 7:00 pm
Please support the Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary and have a great night of fun. Play for a chance to win many great prizes (themed baskets and gift cards). Door prizes, trivia and more…
$20.00 per person includes a bingo card packet!
100% of the Profit for Towers to Tunnels CT, Helping First Responders and their Families
Please text Kathy Radin for reservations at 203-305-4651
Presented By: Catholic War Veterans Auxiliary Post 1562
(203) 734-9748
Hosted by: Catholic War Veterans Post 1562
Location:
112 Derby Ave,
Derby, CT 06418
Meals With Meaning Pasta Dinner Grab and Go
Meals With Meaning Pasta Dinner Grab and Go
Starting Friday, 7/25/2025 🙌🏽
Come grab bring home a “Meal with Meaning” 🇺🇸
Pasta 🍝 dinners for $10 which directly supports programs at Veterans Rally Point!
Hosted by:
Easterseals Veterans Rally Point (860) 859-4148
Location:
24 Stott Ave # 2,
Norwich, CT 06360
HRRA Regional Repair Cafe
HRRA Regional Repair Cafe
Saturday, September 20th
9am – 1pm
A place where residents can bring their broken, but cherished, items to have them repaired on-site with the help of volunteer fixers!
Let us help you repair bicycles, textiles, jewelry, computers, small wood furniture and more!
Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome
Learn more at www.HRRA.org
Hosted by:
Housatonic Resources Recovery Authority In conjunction with:
Disabled American Veterans Lee Hartell Chapter 25
(203) 743-3013
Location:
Disabled American Veterans, 25 Segar Street,
Danbury, CT 06810
Patriot Veterans Pasta Dinner
Patriot Veterans Pasta Dinner
Sept 20th
5-6:30 pm
- Adults $20
- Seniors $15
- Kids under 11: $10
Free Drinks courtesy of Coca-Cola
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW
Available at:
The American Legion Post 19 Willimantic
Or call Heather 860-336-8880
Hosted by:
Email: patriotveteranscoffeehouse@gmail.com
Location:
1 Jillson Sq,
Willimantic, CT 06226
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 17 Annual BINGO Bash For Veterans
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 17 Annual BINGO Bash For Veterans
SATURDAY,
september 20, 2025
doors open 5:00 PM
BINGO starts 7:00PM
Bring Your Family, Friends, Food, Drinks (No Alcohol), and DAUBERS AND COME And Have Fun playing BINGO, Basket Auctions, Door Prizes, ETC While We Raise Money To Help Our Veterans Near And Far.
Baked Goods, Snacks, Coffee, Tea, Water, & Soda will also be available.
Mark Your Calendars And Get Ready For Lots Of Fun!!
Hosted by:
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 17 Naugatuck
Location:
21 Cedar St,
Naugatuck, CT 06770
47th Annual Easterseals Golf Tournament
47th Annual Easterseals Golf Tournament
Easterseals Capital Region & Eastern CT is hosting our 47th Annual Easterseals Golf Tournament at Shelter Harbor Golf Club on September 29, 2025! This event supports all our life-changing programs and on-the-ground support for children and adults with disabilities, families, active military and veterans and local communities. We want to thank our Premier Sponsor, Stanley Black & Decker for your ongoing support of our mission.
To learn more about Stanley Black & Decker, visit: www.stanleyblackanddecker.com
To learn more about Easterseals, our tournament and sponsorship availability, please contact Wendy Archer at warcher@escrec.org.
Hosted by:
Easterseals Capital Region and Eastern Connecticut
Location:
1 Golf Club Dr,
Charlestown, RI 02813
Port 5 Jazz, Cocktails & Cigar Night
Port 5 Jazz, Cocktails & Cigar Night
FRIDAY – OCTOBER 3RD
5:00PM-8:00PM
$40.00 PER PERSON
ADMISSION INCLUDES
LEGENDARY JAZZ
JOE CORSELLO TRIO PLAYING
COCKTAILS & CIGAR
CHEESE PLATTER
BOURBON TASTING PROVIDED BY LITCHFIELD DISTILLERY
ADVANCED PAY & SIGN UP SEE BARTENDER FOR DETAILS
Tickets:https://www.portfiveusa.com/event-details/jazz-cocktails-cigar-night?
Hosted By: Port 5 Men’s Auxiliary National Association of Naval Veterans
(203) 576-9366
Location:
69 Brewster St,
Bridgeport, CT 06605
Army & Navy Club Vendor/Craft Fair
Army & Navy Club Vendor/Craft Fair
Sunday,
October 5, 2025
A donation of a non-perishable food item for the Manchester Food Bank
Contact: Terri at TerriKeesler@yahoo.com for obtaining a space or for more info
Hosted by:
(860) 646-9133
Location:
1090 Main St,
Manchester, CT 06040
Valhalla MC “End of A Era” BLOW OUT PARTY
Valhalla MC “End of A Era” BLOW OUT PARTY
It has been a wonderful journey, but the time has come for us to prepare for closure. We are grateful for the opportunity to have helped so many Veterans and their families over the years.
Before we close, we want to celebrate with one last big event. Join us on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 1–5 PM for a afternoon of live music, raffles, great food, and a full buffet. Admission is $15 to cover costs, with proceeds supporting our winter programs for Veterans and their families.
In the months ahead, we’ll continue collecting toys with CMRA for local children, as well as supporting Stand Down and Christmas at Rocky Hill.
Thank you for your continued support—together, we’ve made a lasting difference for our Veterans and their families.
Hosted by:
Location:
99 East St,
Wallingford, CT 06492
AMVETS Post 47 Ladies Auxiliary Meat Extravaganza BINGO
AMVETS Post 47 Ladies Auxiliary Meat Extravaganza BINGO
SUNDAY, OCT 5TH, 2025
STARTING AT 1:00 PM
- Steak
- Chicken
- Ribs
- Hamburger
Hamburger/Steak/Chicken Package/Pork or Beef Roast/Breakfast Package/Ribs/Kielbasa Package/And many other meat packages!!
Only $1.00 per laminated sheet!
4 cards on a laminated sheet!
50/50 RAFFLE
Any questions, please call 401-400-9161
(All proceeds benefit our Veterans and our Community)
Hosted By: AMVETS Post 47 Ladies Auxiliary
(401) 400-9161
Location:
6 Green Hollow Rd,
Moosup, CT 06354
American Legion Post 12 Family Fall Festival
American Legion Post 12 Family Fall Festival
October 11, 2025 12pm to 4pm
(rain date Oct 12)
Food
Local Food Trucks
Arts & Crafts
- Face Painting
- Bead Grafts
- Pumpkin decorating
- Coloring Books
- and more
Games
- Corn Hole
- Relay Races
- Balloon Uppie
- Gaga Pit
- Archery
- Scavenger Hunt
- Obstacle course
- Three-legged race
- BSA canopy/knots
- and lots more
Join Boy Scout Troop #19 and Girl Scout Troop #190 For Food, Crafts & Fun
Hosted by:
Frank C Godfrey American Legion Post 12
(203) 866-8249
Location:
60 County St, Norwalk, CT 06851
Haunted Hooves Harvest Festival
Haunted Hooves Harvest Festival
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18.
11 AM-5PM
- Pony Rides & Horses in Costume
- Trick-or-Treat at Vendor Booths
- Kids’ Archery & Games
- Face Painting & Pumpkin Decorating
- Live Music – Bring Your Own Chair
- Food Trucks, Vendors & Raffles
- Costume Contest – kids & horses!
All proceeds benefit Operation Hold Your Horses Rescue Team.
Operation Hold Your Horses Rescue, Inc is a 501 (c) 3 Nonprofit & Veteran Owned
Registration Use QR Code or Click Here
Hosted By:
Operation Hold Your Horses Rescue. (860) 329-5811
Location: 302 S Rd, Harwinton, CT 06791
Somers Veterans Coffee House October 25
Somers Veterans Coffee House October 25
Saturday, October 25, 2025
8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
With Guest Speaker Eric Krupa Supervising Attorney
Center For Medicare Advocacy Connecticut
JOIN FELLOW VETERANS & MILITARY COMMUNITY MEMBERS
Open to all veterans and their guests Complimentary beverages & snacks provided
WHY ATTEND?
Ask your Medicare or Medicaid questions in person
Understand benefits, appeals, denial protections
Learn how CMA supports veterans facing coverage Issues
Attorney Krupa focuses on helping individuals with barriers to accessing their full Medicare benefits, especially in Connecticut. Don’t miss this chance to meet an expert who advocates for you. Veterans deserve fair access to their Medicare and Medicaid rights -bring a friend and enjoy a friendly morning of coffee and information
Hosted by:
Somers Department of Veterans Affairs
(860) 272-4207
Location:
600 Main St,
Somers, CT 06071
American Legion Post 68 Country Line Dancing W/Amy
American Legion Post 68 Country Line Dancing W/Amy
Save the Date
26TH, October 2025
2PM – 4PM
Amy will be teaching many beginner level line dances and for the more experienced line dancers, we will dance to some of your familiar and favorite ones.
Come enjoy a fun-filled afternoon!
$15 per person
Feel free to bring snacks and drinks.
Raffle!!! Tons of fun!
RSVP by 10/19/25 to Mo 860-268-8969 or Americanlegionauxpost68@gmail.com
Hosted By: American Legion Post 68 Connecticut (860) 828-9102
Location:
154 Porters Pass, Kensington, CT 06037
Manchester Army & Navy Club Debut Of Nightshift
Manchester Army & Navy Club Debut Of Nightshift
Join Nightshift at the Army and Navy Club in Manchester for our DEBUT! It’ll be a GREAT night filled with all the
FUN songs of Nightshift! Bring your own snacks if you’d like.
Admission is $10.
This promises to be an EPIC night in the town Kenny grew up in!
See you all there!
Hosted by:
(860) 646-9133
Location:
1090 Main St,
Manchester, CT 06040
