In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar for the upcoming Saturday, 13 December 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 11 December 2026 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 13 December, 2025
Events are in order by date
Veterans Base Camp Pancake Breakfast with Santa
Veterans Base Camp Pancake Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, 13 December 2025
8 AM-11 AM
Bring your little ones for a delightful morning filled with joy and wonder. Join us for Breakfast with Santa Claus, where your child can share their holiday wishes, enjoy a delicious breakfast, and revel in the magic of the season!
Admission;
- Adults: $10
- Children 6-17: $5
- Children 5 and under free!
Menu:
- Pancakes:
- Plain
- Blueberry
- Strawberry
- Chocolate Chip
- Sausage
- Fruit Salad
- Scrambled Eggs
- Tea Coffee, Milk, Juice, Chocolate Milk
Hosted by:
(860) 786-7163
Location: 108 England Rd, Chaplin, CT 06235
Wreaths Across America Taftville
Wreaths Across America Taftville
Saturday 12/13/2025
11:00 a.m.
Please Join the American Legion Post 104 Taftville, and Friends as we Celebrate Wreaths Across America.
Here are some things to remember about the ceremony:
- Everyone of all ages and backgrounds is welcome.
- Please help ensure that all participants get the opportunity to place a wreath.
- Please follow the location coordinators instructions on where to place wreaths, as well as “how” they should be placed.
- We especially appreciate volunteers willing to help clean-up. Please check in with the location coordinator if you are interested in helping with the clean-up.
Hosted by: American Legion Post 104 Taftville
(860) 889-6777
Alain Joly & John Lake
Location: Sacred Heart Cemetery, 260 Harland Rd, Norwich, CT 06360
Plainfield VFW Hot Chocolate & Cookies With Santa
Plainfield VFW Hot Chocolate & Cookies With Santa
Saturday,
December 13th
1-3 pm
Come join us for…
Hot chocolate & cookies with Santa
ALL ARE WELCOME!
FREE Arts & crafts for kids!
You don’t need to be a member to participate! Open to everyone in the community
Hosted by:
Plainfield VFW – William L. Mercier Post 5446
(860) 564-5446
Location: 7 Winsor Ave, Plainfield, CT 06374
American Legion Army Navy Watch Party
American Legion Army Navy Watch Party
Saturday, December 13th
2pm
The Army-Navy Game presented by USAA is BACK and we’re hosting a Watch Party!
Join us on Saturday, December 13th, 2025. Event begins at 2pm, and Kick-Off is at 3:00PM
Food is generously provided by Mission BBQ!
Cash Bar
Suggested Donation $10
Whether you’re Team Army or Team Navy, come cheer on your team with us!
RSVP or questions, email alctpost2@gmail.com or visit our website for more details!
Hosted by:
(860) 589-0088
Location: 22 Hooker Ct, Bristol, CT 06010
Army Navy Game At Port 5
Army Navy Game At Port 5
Saturday
December 13, 2025
3:00PM
🇺🇸🏈 One of the best days of the year at Port 5!
GO NAVY, BEAT ARMY!! 🏈🇺🇸
Game Day Good Specials!
50/50 & More
Hosted by:
Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans (203) 576-9366
Location: 69 Brewster St,
Bridgeport, CT 06605
Army Navy Game at VFW Post 7787
Army Navy Game at VFW Post 7787
Saturday 13 December 2025 3:00PM
ARMY/NAVY GAME 4TVS. CHEEP DRINKS. Game time 3PM. FOOD Booster Club at 415PM.
Hosted By: VFW TRAVIS C. KITCHEN Post 7788 (203) 874-9982
Location: 422 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06460
Army Navy Game at VFW Post 9460
Army Navy Game at VFW Post 9460
Saturday 13 December 2025 3:00PM
Army Strong until they play…Go Navy Beat Army!
Come join us for the 126th Army/Navy game day celebration! Bring your favorite appetizer or indulge in the offerings provided by the Post. Festivities start at 3! Drink Specials: One Family Brewery, Special-Army/Navy (American Lager), Armored Diesel- crown Apple, sweet & sour and apple pucker, Gunfire- white rum, blue curaçao and sprite
ARMY NAVY AMERICA’S GAME PRESENTED By USAA. Raffles, Jell-O Shots, food and fun…bring your friends and family or just come hang out with your fellow veterans!
Hosted By: Raymond T Goldbach VFW Post 9460 (203) 377-0214
Location: 100 Veterans Blvd, Stratford, CT 06615
VFW Auxiliary Breakfast with Santa 2025
VFW Auxiliary Breakfast with Santa 2025
SUNDAY
DECEMBER 14TH
8-11 AM
ALL YOU CAN EAT FOR $12.00
- SCRAMBLED EGGS
- SAUSAGE
- HAM
- HOME FRIES
- FRENCH TOAST
- SAUSAGE GRAVY WITH BISCUITS
- COFFEE & JUICE
BAR OPEN AT 10AM
>> SPECIALTY DRINKS
>> ΤΟΥ DRIVE
Hosted by:
Jewett City VFW Auxiliary (860) 376-5226
Location:
263 Taylor Hill Rd,
Jewett City, CT 06351
VFW Post 399 Paradox Brewing Pizza & Brew Night
Next Occurrence: Wednesday 17 December, 2025
VFW Post 399 Paradox Brewing Pizza & Brew Night
Every Wednesday
@4PM
Wednesday’s are another great day of the week to stop by the VFW, 465 Riverside Ave., Westport!
Hosted by:
VFW Post 399 (203) 227-6796
Location: 465 Riverside Ave, Westport, CT 06880
Veterans Benefits Luncheon
Veterans Benefits Luncheon
THURSDAY,
DECEMBER 18th BETWEEN 11AM-1PM
EVERYONE IS WELCOME
VETERAN BENEFITS LUNCHEON
FREE LUNCHEON FOR ALL VETERANS
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS (VFW) POST 399 465 RIVERSIDE AVENUE WESTPORT
PLEASE SEND YOUR RSVP TO vfw399ct@gmail.com
Hosted by:
VFW Post 399 (203) 227-6796
Location: 465 Riverside Ave, Westport, CT 06880
American Legion Post 68 Grab and Go Dinner
American Legion Post 68 Grab and Go Dinner
December 18th Pick up from 5PM-6PM
Pork Loin w/Mashed Potatoes and a Veggie $12
Call or text
(860) 324-8433
to reserve your meal
Hosted by:
American Legion Post 68 Berlin (860) 828-9102
Location: 154 Porters Pass, Kensington, CT 06037
The Bunker at Danbury DAV Christmas Party Bash
The Bunker at Danbury DAV Christmas Party Bash
Friday Dec,19, 2025
Join us at the bunker bar for our annual friends and family Christmas party, featuring an enhanced food menu and seasonal drink specials, including a selection of holiday martinis.
- Food & Drink Specials
- Christmas Martinis
- $1 Wings
Hosted by:
The Bunker Bar at Danbury DAV Lee Hartell Chapter 25
(203) 743-3013
Location: 25 Segar St Danbury CT 06810
Ugly Sweater Party & Vetsmas Celebration
Ugly Sweater Party & Vetsmas Celebration
The impending holiday season got you feeling down? Wish you could hang out with awesome people, share some laughs, have some great food, and wear your ugliest sweater? Say no more!
This year we’re doing a potluck with the ugly sweater party at Barkin’ Barley! That’s right! Bring a dish to share with everyone! Don’t forget to wear your ugly sweaters or Christmas themed outfits!
If you’re bringing a dish (the more the merrier!) Please comment on the event!
We can’t wait to see you!
Hosted by:
Location:
1528 CT-12,
Gales Ferry, CT 06335
Vet-Together To See Nick Bosse and The Northern Roots
Vet-Together To See Nick Bosse and The Northern Roots
Friday
26 December 2025
8:00PM
This is a FREE concert being done by the band that played at our post-hike party at the Sun Patio this past year! We’re going to go hang out and listen to some good music and have a good time! We’d love for you to join us!
Hosted by:
Location:
1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville, CT 06382
American Legion Post 196 New Year’s Eve Dinner Party
American Legion Post 196 New Year’s Eve Dinner Party
12/31/2025
6:00PM-8:00PM
COME CELEBRATE
New Years Eve Dinner Party
$30.00 per person
Starters
Charcuterie Board, Mixed Cheeses, Assorted Meats
Buffet Style
- Salad Bowl w/Mixed Greens & Vegetables Assorted Dressings
- Penne Marinara Garlic Bread & Assorted Breads
Table Main Course
- Seafood Stuffed Shrimp or Chicken Francaise
- Baked Potato & Fresh Mixed Vegetables
Dessert
- Cheesecake – Chocolate Cake Coffee Available
Please see the sign-up sheet on the board to order.
See the bartender for payment in advance.
Hosted by:
American Legion Post 196 (203) 874-9822
Location: 25 Merwin Ave, Milford, CT 06460
Legion Riders Soup Competition
Legion Riders Soup Competition
JAN 24TH
12PM
Cozy Up with Winter Favorites!
POST 196 Legion Riders Soup Masters Showdown
Soupers wanted
To Enter or Taste $5.00
CASH PRIZES
(Soups need to be entered by 11 am)
Hosted by:
American Legion Post 196 Riders (203) 874-9822
Location: 25 Merwin Ave, Milford, CT 06460