In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar for the upcoming Saturday, 7 February 2026. 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 5 February 2026 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 7 February 2026
Events are in order by date
The Four Immortal Chaplains Commemoration
The Four Immortal Chaplains Commemoration
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2026.
1:00 – 3:00 PM
ON 3 FEBRUARY 1943, THE TROOP TRANSPORT SHIP, SS DORCHESTER, WAS TORPEDOED BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE AND SUNK IN THE ICY WATERS OF THE NORTH ATLANTIC. FOUR ARMY CHAPLAINS GAVE THEIR LIFEJACKETS, AND LIVES, TRYING TO SAVE AND COMFORT THE SERVICEMEN ON BOARD.
JOIN US IN REMEMBERING AND HONORING THEIR SACRIFICE
THERE WILL HAVE A BRIEF CEREMONY TO HONOR THE CHAPLAINS, FOLLOWED BY A DOCUMENTARY PRESENTATION OF THEIR STORY. TOURS OF THE MUSEUM AND REFRESHMENTS TO FOLLOW.
INFO: GARY ROY (860) 810-8736
DONATION OF $5 IS REQUESTED FOR MUSEUM OPERATING EXPENSES
PROGRAM SPONSORED BY
GOLD STAR MOTHER, LAURA PRENTICE, IN MEMORY OF HER SON, SSGT JAMES GROTJAN, USAF
Presented by:
World War II Legacy Foundation
(860) 810-8736
Location: 102 Pitkin St, East Hartford, CT 06108
American Legion Post 22 Superbowl Party
American Legion Post 22 Superbowl Party
SUNDAY,
FEBRUARY 8, 2026
KICKOFF: 6:30PM
SEAHAWKS vs PATRIOTS
COME JOIN US FOR THE SUPER BOWL!
BEER SPECIALS!
DRINK SPECIALS!
PUDDING SHOTS!
Hosted by:
THOMASTON AMERICAN LEGION POST 22
(860) 484-4373
Location:
211 Elm St,
Thomaston, CT 06787
Nine Ball Pool Tournament
Nine Ball Pool Tournament
Wednesday Nights
7:00PM
$5 a person
(Men and Women)
Sign-Up Sheet at Post 22
First come first serve.
Limit 12 people.
Winner Takes All
Hosted by:
(860) 283-9009
Location: 211 Elm St. Thomaston, CT 06787
Hearts For Heroes Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner
Hearts For Heroes Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner
FRIDAY
FEBRUARY 13, 2026
FROM 3:00 TO 6:00PM
VFW Post 591
INVITES
ALL WALLINGFORD VETERANS & FAMILIES
TO A SPAGHETTI & MEATBALL DINNER
ONE COMPLIMENTARY GLASS OF WINE OR BEER INCLUDED
IN BISHOPS HALL
Hosted by:
Major Raoul Lufbery VFW Post 591 (203) 269-7114
Location: Bishops Hall, 23 Prince St,
Wallingford, CT 06492
Valentine’s Dinner at American Legion Post 113,
Valentine’s Dinner at American Legion Post 113,
Saturday,
February 14th,2026
5pm to 7pm.
Dinner is as follows:
- ROASTED PORK LOIN with a light glaze,
- ROASTED BABY POTATOES
- ROASTED VEGETABLES
- APPLE CRISP
There will be a rose for all the ladies, plus one complimentary cocktail.
$15.00 a plate
Hosted by: American Legion Post 113 Old Saybrook
(860) 388-9482
Location:
80 Essex Rd,
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Patriotic Hearts Valentine Dinner Dance
Patriotic Hearts Valentine Dinner Dance
Saturday, February 14, 2026
6:00 PM–10:00
Family Style Dinner: Appetizer, Salad, Pasta, Chicken, Fish & Beef, Potatoes, Vegetable, Dessert, Coffee, Beer, Wine, and Soft Drinks
Live music by: “Phase II“
Proceeds will benefit: the Grant a Wish, Homeless Veterans and Veteran Support
Tickets: Carol Muzzey, 203-687-7138
Tables of 10 can be reserved for group seating. $60.00 per person
Please RSVP and purchase tickets NLT February 10, 2026
Make checks payable to: ALA Unit 194 and mail to Carol Muzzey, 105 Sycamore Dr, Prospect, CT 06712
Sponsored by: American Legion Auxiliary Unit 194
Location:
98 School St,
Naugatuck, CT 06770
American Legion Post 31 Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance
American Legion Post 31 Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance
SATURDAY,
FEBRUARY 14TH, 2026
6:00PM
MEATLOAF DINNER
7:00PM-10:00PM
MUSIC BY
BUCK EDWARD AND THE BUCK SHOTS–
$25 PER PERSON
CASH BAR, RAFFLES, & 5/50 DRAWING
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
CONTACT CAROL AT 203-947-4302
Presented by:
(860) 354-1962
Location: VFW Post 1672
11 Avery Rd,
New Milford, CT 06776
Outback Veterans Give Back Night Fundraiser
Outback Veterans Give Back Night Fundraiser
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2026
5pm-9pm
SUPPORT CONNECTICUT VETERANS GIVE BACK NIGHT FUNDRAISER
MEMBERS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION, VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS, THEIR FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITY SUPPORTERS ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN A GIVE BACK NIGHT SUPPORTING THE CTVETS250 COALITION, DEDICATED TO HONORING AND SUPPORTING CONNECTICUT VETERANS.
HOW YOU CAN HELP DINE IN OR ORDER TAKEOUT DURING THE EVENT. BRING THIS FLYER WITH YOU.
15% OF YOUR CHECK SUBTOTAL WILL BE DONATED TO THE CTVETS250 COALITION.
NO COST TO PARTICIPATE – JUST ENJOY A MEAL AND GIVE BACK
THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT OF CONNECTICUT VETERANS AND VETERAN-SERVING ORGANIZATIONS.
Hosted by:
Location:
Outback Steakhouse Southington
817 Queen Street
Southington, CT 06489
Round Robin Setback at American Legion Post 197
Round Robin Setback at American Legion Post 197
February 20th
6:00 PM
$10 Entry fee per person
Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
RAFFLES AND 50/50
(All proceeds go to the ladies Auxiliary)
Contact Sharon
(860) 805-6917 With any questions
Hosted by:
(860) 295-7810
Location: 128 E Hampton Rd, Marlborough, CT 06447
Paul Christopher at American Legion Post 197
Paul Christopher at American Legion Post 197
FRIDAY,
FEBRUARY 20TH, 2026
7-10PM
MARLBOROUGH AMERICAN LEGION PRESENTS
Paul Christopher ♪♪♫
NO COVER CHARGE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Presented by:
(860) 295-7810
Location: 128 E Hampton Rd, Marlborough, CT 06447
American Legion Post 20 Auxiliary Bring your favorite Homemade CHILI or SOUP COOK OFF
American Legion Post 20 Auxiliary Bring your favorite Homemade CHILI or SOUP COOK OFF
Sunday Feb 22
2-4pm
Sign up by Feb 19th
$10 Registration
Prizes Awarded
$1.00 per Tastings
$5.00 for a bowl of your favorite!!
Any question please contact Patty E
Hosted by:
American Legion Auxiliary unit 20 (860) 584-9119
Location: 245 Main St,
Terryville, CT 06786
Pasta & Meatballs Dinner Fundraiser for Veterans Are Heroes Forever
Pasta & Meatballs Dinner Fundraiser for Veterans Are Heroes Forever
To Benefit
501(c)(3) Nonprofit Dedicated to Assisting Our Veterans
Tuesday, February 24, 2025
4:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Delicious Dinner Includes:
- Pasta & Meatballs
- Salad
- Beverages
Raffles, Door Prizes, 50/50 Drawing
Ticket Prices:
- $12.00 Advance
- $15.00 At the Door
- $7.00 Veterans
Tickets & Info:
Call 203-509-3994
Email: veteransareheroesforever@gmail.com
Tickets also available at Petro Pat’s, Wolcott Rd, Wolcott
Come out for a great meal and support those who served our country!
Hosted by:
(203) 509-3994
Location: VFW Post 1979
1119 Wolcott Rd,
Wolcott, CT 06716
V.E.T.S. Pop Art Sip and Paint Benefit
V.E.T.S. Pop Art Sip and Paint Benefit
Sunday
March 1, 2026 1-4pm
A limited-seat fundraiser offers participants the chance to paint a glass panel featuring one of the program’s therapeutic horses for $40 per person, with all materials included. Each featured horse is part of the Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services program, making each finished piece a meaningful keepsake that supports veterans. The event includes light fare provided by Board + Brie. Tickets are available through Salem ArtSpace’s Facebook page or by contacting Dawn Brindle at (860) 608-0019.
Hosted by: Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services (860) 235-7872
(860) 608-0019
Location:
20 Hartford Rd,
Salem, CT 06420
Surfside Veterans Breakfast Fundraiser
Surfside Veterans Breakfast Fundraiser
Saturday
March 7 2026
9am – 12pm
Veterans FREE
Suggested Donation $15
Surfside veterans/ veterans breakfast! Please donate to this event! All veterans of all branches and eras!
Help support Surfside Veterans, Help Veterans.
Contact Rich to RSVP or to donate! (860) 710-1833
Cash App $surfsideveterans
Venmo @surfsideveterans!
Hosted by:
(860) 710-1833
Location:
Off Shore Restaurant West Haven, 852 Jones Hill Rd,
West Haven, CT 06516
American Infidels VMC CT Patch – Iversary Party
American Infidels VMC CT Patch – Iversary Party
MARCH 7,2026
Doors open at 5pm
Come celebrate American Infidels Veterans Motorcycle Club, Connecticut Chapter’s 5 year patch party with some badass Veterans.
✔Beer
✔Music
✔Raffles
✔Food
✔Merch
You should know the deal by now: food is being catered by Man-Maid Catering and will be available for purchase, we have raffles as always, and there’s beer🍺
Celebrating brotherhood to the highest extent, and we hope to see yall there!
Free entry but donations are always appreciated. Stay Fucking American 🇺🇸1️⃣9️⃣🇺🇸
Hosted by:
Location: Epicure Brewing, 40 Franklin St, Norwich, CT 06360
For The Love Of Veterans Honoring Service, Sacrifice and Legacy
For The Love Of Veterans Honoring Service, Sacrifice and Legacy
Saturday 7 March 2026 5:00PM
An evening of film, storytelling, and community will feature two film screenings and curated storytelling in support of the Gary Sinise Foundation, honoring service, resilience, and the families who stand beside those who serve. Admission is $100 and includes a wine and beer tasting, appetizer nosh, and access to the full program.
Event details and TICKETS are available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/for-the-love-of-veterans-honoring-service-with-the-gary-sinise-foundation-tickets-1979883060531?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.
Hosted By: Abby Wadsworth Borretto
Location: Studium XV, 15 Farm Springs Rd, Farmington, CT 06032
VFW Post 9460 Mohegan Sun Bus Trip
VFW Post 9460 Mohegan Sun Bus Trip
Sunday
March 8, 2026
Departs VFW parking lot at 9:00 a.m.
Arriving back to VFW by 5:30 p.m.
Tickets $40
Fun time by all Light snacks on the bus
Hosted by:
Raymond T Goldbach VFW Post 9460
(203) 377-0214
Location:
100 Veterans Blvd, Stratford, CT 06615
AN EMERALD EVENING 2026
AN EMERALD EVENING 2026
Saturday March 14, 2026 6pm-11pm
House of Heroes Connecticut’s largest annual fundraiser, Featuring Live Performance from Mass-Conn Fusion, the William J. May III Service Above Self Awards, dinner, dancing, raffles, and a silent auction. Proceeds support Connecticut military and public safety veterans and surviving spouses, helping them remain safely in their homes. Sponsorships, tables, ads, and tickets available.
Tickets: https://www.hohct.org/emeraldevening2026
Hosted by:
Location:
556 Mulberry St, Plantsville, CT 06479
Sew Day Cheshire Quilting Chicks March 2026
Sew Day Cheshire Quilting Chicks March 2026
Saturday
March 21, 2026
9 AM – 2:00 PM
Come Sew With Us!!
Quilts of Valor Connecticut is part of the national Quilts of Valor Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring U.S. military veterans and service members who were touched by war. Through the work of volunteers across the state, handmade quilts are carefully created and formally presented to recipients as a lasting symbol of gratitude, comfort, and recognition for their service and sacrifice.
Hosted by:
Location:
660 W Main St,
Cheshire, CT 06410
