In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar for the upcoming Saturday, 20 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 18 September 2025 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 20 September, 2025
Events are in order by date
Montville VFW Sunday Music Special Event
Montville VFW Sunday Music Special Event
Sunday, September 21, 2025
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Get Ready, Montville! Dave Schena Rocks the Montville VFW Sunday Afternoon starting at 4PM
Dave Schena is bringing his amazing acoustic talent and fan-favorite songs to the stage-perfect for chilling on the patio, enjoying ice-cold beers, Sunday drink specials, pool games, and our sizzling BBQ specials!This isn’t just a show-it’s a chance to support Dave, the event, and the Montville VFW! These Sunday music events help sustain our mission to give back to veterans and our local community. Your support keeps the VFW alive and thriving for a great cause! Bring your friends and let’s make it a blast-support the music, the club, and our veterans!
Tag someone and share the vibe! #MontvilleVFWMusic
Hosted by:
(860) 848-3750
Location: 91 Raymond Hill Rd,
Uncasville, CT 06382
American Legion Town Hall Meeting
American Legion Town Hall Meeting
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
6-8 Ρ.Μ
VETERANS LET YOUR VOICES BE HEARD
The American Legion works hand-in-hand with VA to provide the best possible care for our nation’s veterans. As part of that mission, The American Legion conducts town hall meetings where veterans can share their insights about the care they receive at their local VA.
Come share your VA experience, get your questions answered and learn more about services.
Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation
Hosted by:
(203) 799-2822
Location:
630 Grassy Hill Road
Orange, Connecticut. 06477
Annual VFW Post 7666 Tag Sale
Annual VFW Post 7666 Tag Sale
September 27, 2025
8 am – 1 pm. Vendors Wanted At $20 a Table.
For more information: call 203-689-5068.
Leave a message and your call will be returned.
Hosted by: VFW Post 7666 (203) 453-9252
Location: 57 Mill Rd, Guilford, CT 06437
A Ride to Remember for Ian Douchmin Wings of Light Foundation
A Ride to Remember for Ian Douchmin Wings of Light Foundation
📅 Saturday, Sept 27th
📍 Montville VFW Post 10060
🕤 Registration 9:30 AM
Kickstands 11:00 AM
🔥🏍️ 1st Annual Poker Run – A Ride to Remember for Ian Douchmin Wings of Light Foundation🏍️🔥
We ride for a cause that matters.
9:30 AM registration (with coffee & donuts). Kickstands go up at 11:00 AM sharp as we roll out on a 5-stop Poker Run through Southeastern Connecticut — from the VFW to Fort Saybrook, High Nine Brewery, Shagbark Lumber & Farm Supply, and finishing strong at Fox Farm Brewery.
Collect all your stamps, turn in your cards by 2:00 PM, and stick around for: BBQ • 2–5 PM, Basket Raffles & Auctions. Live Music • Brotherhood • Good Times
All proceeds benefit the Ian’s Wings of Light Foundation Scholarship, keeping Ian’s spirit alive and helping the next generation soar.
✊ This isn’t just a ride — it’s to keep Ian’s memory alive, a tribute, and for a community to come together. 👉 Spread the word. Bring your bikes. Ride for Ian. Ride for the fight. Ride to Remember.
Tickets: https://ianswingsoflightfoundation.org/events/p/1st-annual-ride-to-remember
Hosted by:
Location: Montville VFW Post 10060, 91 Raymond Hill Rd, Uncasville, CT 06382
American Legion Post 2 Pig Roast September 27
American Legion Post 2 Pig Roast
Saturday, Sept 27th 12pm-8pm
12PM – Hamburgers and hotdogs.
4PM – Pig Roast
Live music by
Tickets: $30
Food, Raffles, Fun, Drinks, and a fundraiser for a great cause to support our legion. Come down with family, friends, or both.
Hosted by:
American Legion Seicheprey Post 2
(860) 589-0088
Location:
22 Hooker Ct,
Bristol, CT 06010
American Legion Post 20 Karaoke Night
American Legion Post 20 Karaoke Night
Saturday September
27th 6-10pm
KARAOKE NIGHT!
Come join us for karaoke with DJ AL
Open to the public! Come have a great time !!
Hosted by:
(860) 584-9119
Location:
245 Main St,
Terryville, CT 06786
Forty-Fourth Annual NCO/CPO Dining In
Forty-Fourth Annual NCO/CPO Dining In
October 2, 2025. 1800 Hours
All Senior Non-Commissioned Officers and Chief Petty Officers, E-7 & above
All eligible ARNG and ANG Senior NCOs are expected to attend. CPOs are invited to attend. Retirees are most welcome.
Military Protocol requires prompt response within 72 hours of receipt of flyer. No responses accepted after September 24, 2025
UNIFORM: Army Service Uniform, Army Dress Blues, Army Dress Greens, Air Force Mess Dress, Semi-Formal Dress Uniform. Retirees may wear authorized military uniform or appropriate civilian attire.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT:
Guest speaker will be Chief Master Sergeant Denny Richardson , Command Chief Master Sergeant, Continental U.S. North American Aerospace Defense Command Region, and Command Chief Master Sergeant, 1st Air Force (Air Forces Northern & Air Forces Space)
Tickets
$70.00 Register and Pay bit.ly/3JJP0Gv
$75.00 at the door
Hosted by:
National Guard Association of Connecticut Inc
(860) 247-5000
Location: Aqua Turf Club
556 Mulberry St,
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 621-9335
VFW Post 3336 Scavenger Hunt
VFW Post 3336 Scavenger Hunt
Grab your detective hats and join the scavenger hunt taking place October 4–11. Clue cards cost $10 per person and are available now. Follow the clues to find hidden items and get your card punched at each stop. Turn in completed cards by 3 p.m. on October 11 to be entered into the $100 grand prize drawing. Even partially completed cards are eligible for second and third place cash prizes. Special hours will be held on October 11 from 12–4 p.m. Who will take home the $100 grand prize
More Information: Call 860-227-3600
Hosted by: VFW Post 3336
Location: East Haddam Historical Society & Museum, 264 Town St, East Haddam, CT 06423
Niantic American Legion Auxiliary Sunday Breakfast
NEXT OCCURRENCE OCTOBER 5
Niantic American Legion Auxiliary Sunday Breakfast
8-11AM
1ST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
LEGION AUXILIARY ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST
- Eggs to order
- Omelettes
- Pancakes
- French toast
- Bacon
- Sausage
- Hash
- Toast
- Biscuits
- Cereal
- Coffee, juice, hot chocolate, tea
10AM CAN PURCHASE MIMOSA BLOODY MARY
EAT IN OR TAKE OUT
ADULTS $15 CHILD HALF PRICE UNDER 5 FREE
Non perishables accepted for Care n Share:
Hosted by:
Niantic American Legion Auxiliary (860) 739-9360
Location:
American Legion Turner-Tinker Post 128
Niantic, 16 York Ave,
Niantic, CT 06357
The Mogadishu Mile 2025
The Mogadishu Mile
Sunday October 5, 2025
10:00 AM
Join us as we run/hike/walk a mile and raise funds for,:
FIGHT FOR THOSE
WHO FOUGHT FOR US
Asf Empowers Special Operations Warriors And Their Families To Heal, Grow, And Thrive Through Coaching, Retreats, And community support.
The battle isn’t over when the mission ends. Many warriors face post-traumatic stress, moral injury, and the weight of service.
Suggested Donation $20
Hosted by:
Location:
421 Wadsworth St, Middletown, CT 06457
Annual NGACT Open 2025
Annual NGACT Open 2025
THURSDAY,
OCTOBER 9, 2025
8:30 AM Registration
FORMAT: FOUR (4) PERSON SCRAMBLE
ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT NGACT AND THE NGACT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
COST: $175 PER PERSON
DINNER ONLY OPTION: $45
Registration is first come first serve, NLT 25 Sept 2025
Payment/Registration:
https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/2025-annual-ngact-open
For questions or more information contact: events@ngact.org
Hosted by:
National Guard Association of Connecticut
(860) 247-5000
Location:
245 Hartford Rd,
New Britain, CT 06053
36th Vincent Vizzo Columbus Day Concerts
36th Vincent Vizzo Columbus Day Concerts
Friday, October 10
Saturday, October 11
Doors at 6:00PM, show starts at 7:00PM
The Council of Italian American Societies of Greater Bridgeport Presents The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing Band
Two amazing nights of music to remember…
Musical Favorites
Patriotic, Traditional, Classical, Contemporary
Jazz Radio Music Instrumental
Please bring non-perishable food items to benefit City of Bridgeport Veterans Food Pantry (not required)
We hope to see you soon!
Get Your FREE Tickets Here:https://ciasgbpt.com/marine-aircraft-wing-band
Free Tickets In Person
In Bridgeport: Nick’s Diner. Port 5
Klein Memorial. North End Library Bridgeport
Presented by:
The Council of Italian American Societies of Greater Bridgeport
(860) 247-5000
Location:
910 Fairfield Ave,
Bridgeport, CT 06605
American Legion Post 27 Line Dancing Lessons
American Legion Post 27 Line Dancing Lessons
Friday October 10, 2025
Lessons by Tanna
Check in for dancing at 6:45,
Did you say Line Dancing?? Come check out our beginner Line Dance Lessons at the American Legion in Litchfield! 418 Bantam Rd. lessons 7-8, review and requests 8-9. Fun Times for all!!! ~~Full Bar Downstairs!! Come grab a frosty beverage and join us for dancing!!
$10 cash/Venmo at the door. See you soon!!
Oct 10 & 24.
Hosted by:
Location:
American Legion Post 27 Litchfield (860) 567-9930
418 Bantam Rd,
Litchfield, CT 06759
American Legion Riders Pig Roast & Barbecue
American Legion Riders Pig Roast & Barbecue
Saturday
October 11, 2025
12:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.
$25.00 P/P
$1.00 DRAFT BEER
Hosted by:
American Legion Riders Chapter 196
Location:
(203) 874-9822
25 Merwin Ave,
Milford, CT 06460
Shelton American Legion Flag Retirement Ceremony
Shelton American Legion Flag Retirement Ceremony
Sunday, October 12th 1:30PM
The Public is welcome
Scouts participating are encouraged to arrive in uniform at 1:10PM
The flag is a sacred emblem of our country, symbolizing the liberty secured by the sacrifices of our fallen heroes. When a flag becomes worn, torn, faded, or soiled, it should be replaced and “retired” with dignity, traditionally through incineration.A flag retirement ceremony will include Boy and Girl Scouts participating in the retirement detail, reading the poem “I Am the Flag” and leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
Hosted by:
Sutter-Terlizzi American Legion Post 16 Shelton (860) 739-9360
Location:
Sutter-Terlizzi American Legion Post 16 Shelton
295 Old Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT 06484
VFW of Connecticut Fall Golf Tournament
VFW of Connecticut Fall Golf Tournament
October 15, 2025
11:00 AM Registration
12:00 PM Golf – Scramble/4 person teams. 5:00 PM Dinner
Prizes, Raffles, FUN, Driving range and putting green!, 6″ personal apple pie from Lyman!
Sign-up deadline October 1st
724-554-9439
$ 150.00 pp covers green fees, cart, prizes, box lunch & dinner
Checks payable to:
VFW Connecticut
PO Box 429
Rocky Hill, CT 06067-0429
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
Visit VFWCT.ORG for more information.
Hosted by:
(860) 594-6610
Location:
(860) 349-6031
70 Lyman Rd,
Middlefield, CT 06455
American Legion Post 22 Scholarship Fundraiser
American Legion Post 22 Scholarship Fundraiser
Saturday 25 October 2025 7:00PM – 11:00PM (Doors Open 6:30)
Clifford R French Scholarship Fundraiser. Raffles • Music • Cash Bar.
Presenting Clear View
$10 at the door $60 to reserve a table of 8.
To reserve a table of 8 Call Junior Vice Commander Nate Vieira 203-805-9263
Proceeds benefit the American Legion Scholarship Fund
Hosted by:
American Legion Post 22 Thomaston
Location :
American Legion Post 22 Thomaston,
211 Elm St, Thomaston, CT 06787
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