In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar Publication for the upcoming Saturday, 15 August 2026 Edition. 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 Publication in our upcoming publication or through our previous publication. Although our last edition does not include the newest events listed below, it contains all other ongoing listings.
Thursday 13 August 2026 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar at ctvetsbulletin.org on Saturday, 15 August 2026
Events are in order by date
American Legion Post 68 Karaoke with Ed and Diana
American Legion Post 68 Karaoke with Ed and Diana
AUGUST 15 & 29, 2026
SEPTEMBER 5 & 26, 2026
8 PM
- FUN,
- MUSIC ♫
- GOOD TIMES!
Mark Your Calendar!
In the CANTEEN
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Hosted by:
(860) 828-9102
Location:
154 Porters Pass, Kensington, CT 06037
VFW Post 6573 Back To School Supply Drive
VFW Post 6573 Back To School Supply Drive
SATURDAY, AUG 15, 10AM – 5PM
Join Dominion, VFW Post 6573, & Waterford Rise Representatives For The
final Collection
Powering Your Every Day.
Veterans Of Foreign Wars.
More Information: WaterfordCTVFW6573@gmail.com
Hosted by:
(860) 443-0442
Location:
Waterford VFW Post 6573 382 Boston Post Rd, Waterford, CT 06385
VFW Post 1607 & American Legion Post 147 BBQ Picnic
VFW Post 1607 & American Legion Post 147 BBQ Picnic
Sunday, August 16, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
ATTENTION ALL VETERANS AND ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS!
VFW Post 1607 and American Legion Post 147 are hosting a BBQ picnic for all MILITARY VETERANS and ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS their families and friends
George Newtown VFW Post 1607
150 Lee Farm Drive, Southbury, CT (off Exit 14, 1-84)
Catered by: MISSION BBQ
Come help us celebrate our newly remodeled hall, with big screen TV! There will be a bounce house for the little ones.
This is a free event for Military Veterans, their families and friends.
Please R.S.V.P. with the number of people in your party to: kwkorsu@gmail.com or Text to 203-707-3274
Hosted by:
George Newton VFW Post 1607 (203) 264-3995
Lt. C. Edward Hine American Legion Post 147
(203) 264-3995
Location:
150 Lee Farm Drive
Southbury, CT 06488
AIM, Rally, Raffle For Kurt
AIM, Rally, Raffle For Kurt
Saturday 29 August 2026
Join us to support Kurt and the Herzberg Family
Proceeds & Beneficiary:
All raffle ticket sales and lane rental proceeds will go to the Herzberg Family. Your generosity and presence make all the difference.
Main Raffles ($20 Tickets):
- Marlin 1894 SBL
- Mountain Lion .357 Magnum
- Glock 19 Gen 6
Other raffles will be available, you do not have to be present to win.
Event Features:
- Flash Tattoos by Black Lantern Tattoo Co.
- Range time and community rally
Sponsors:
Vantage Point Training Center, Black Lantern Tattoo Co., R&W Heating Energy Solutions, S.C. Renovations, Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services (V.E.T.S.), Two Brothers Pizza (Salem)
Contact:
Phone: 860-800-2011
Sponsor Contact: S.C. Renovations (860-705-0878)
Web: vpftc.com
Hosted by:
Vantage Point Training Center & Community Supporters
Location:
Vantage Point Training Center,
79 New London Road,
Salem, CT 06420
911 Memorial Ceremony 2026 At Port 5
911 Memorial Ceremony 2026 At Port 5
Friday 11 September 2026
9/11 Memorial Ceremony
Appetizers
4:00P
Ceremony Starts
5:00P
Dinner To Follow
ceremony will include:
color guard, pipes and drums & police units, 9/11 Memorial Ceremony & Dinner at Port 5
Men’s Auxiliary Will Be Serving:
Steak, Baked Potato, Corn, Mushrooms, Onions, Salad, Bread & Dessert
$35.00 Members
$40.00 Non-members
Music On The Deck By: Gab Kallay
Advanced Sign Up Required By 09/09 – Non-refundable
Galley Is Open – Full Menu Available
Hosted by:
Port 5 National Association Of Naval Veterans
(203) 576-9366
Location: 69 Brewster St, Bridgeport, CT 06605
American Legion Post 68 Trivia
NEXT RECURRENCE SATURDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 2026
American Legion Post 68 Trivia
2ND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH!
Join Us For Trivia Featuring Lori And Keith
Teams Of 4 Or Less
Food & Drinks For Purchase
- Fun
- Friends
- Prizes
Come for the Trivia, Stay for the Fun!
Hosted by:
(860) 828-9102
Location:
154 Porters Pass, Kensington, CT 06037
20 Year LCPL Phil Johnson Memorial Run
20 Year LCPL Phil Johnson Memorial Run
It’s been 20 years since we lost Lcpl Phil Johnson. Bikes and classic cars are welcome.
kickstands up 12 sharp at old school HD in Ellington. Short ride to the cemetery and from there to the Shamrock cafe in Suffield for a giant celebration of life. you are not forgotten Brother !!
Hosted by:
Location: Old School Harley Davidson,398 Somers Rd, Ellington, CT 06029
VFW Department of Connecticut District 1 Picnic 2026
VFW Department of Connecticut District 1 Picnic 2026
Sunday
September 13, 2026
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
JOIN US FOR THE
VFW CT District 1 Picnic
Food Fellowship. Fun! Come relax, enjoy good food, great company, and celebrate our VFW family!
- Good Food
- Great Friends
- Stronger Together
Cost: $30.00 PER PERSON**
All VFW & Auxiliary Members, Families & Friends Welcome!
- Honoring Our Past
- Serving Our Veterans
- Building Our Future
For More Information: Contact Your District 1 Leadership
Hosted by:
VFW Department of Connecticut District 1
(860) 616-2360
Location:
(860) 354-7995
11 Avery Rd,
New Milford, CT 06776
Blood Drive In Honor of Timothy Dziekan
Blood Drive In Honor of Timothy Dziekan
Saturday, September 26th
8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Donate Blood In Honor of Timothy Dziekan
Father, Son, Brother, Uncle, Friend, ARMY VETERAN. Timmy has received an enormous amount of blood during his recovery. Let’s help replenish the supply.
For an appointment please contact: 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org and enter code Timmy
All who come to give blood will receive a $15 e-gift card!
American Red Cross
Scan the QR code on the flier to Sign Up
1-800-RED CROSS |
1-800-733-2767
Hosted by:
(860) 456-1404
Location:
American Legion Post 19
339 Brick Top Road, Windham, CT 06280
2ND Annual Sons of the American Legion Family Fun Bowling Tournament
2ND Annual Sons of the American Legion Family Fun Bowling Tournament
Sunday, October 18TH 2026
Check-in Starts At 12PM
Bowling To Start At 1PM
Proceeds To Benefit CT Veteran Groups
Cost: $30 Per Bowler For 3 Games Of Bowling, Shoe Rental & Includes Pizza!
Each Team Is Asked To Bring A Prize For The Raffle!
Registration: Please Return The Form With Payment By October 9TH 2026
Hosted by:
Sons of The American Legion Department of Connecticut
(860) 866-6819
Location:
802 Villa Ave Fairfield, CT 06825
VFW POST 5446 8th Annual Fall Craft & Vendor Sale
VFW POST 5446 8th Annual Fall Craft & Vendor Sale
Saturday,
November 21, 2026
8:30 am – 2:30 pm
- BAKED GOODS
- FOOD
- RAFFLE!!
Many local vendors!
For vendor information, contact Amanda Deojay ONLY @ 860-303-9431 or scan the QR code to register! Avoid scammers.
Inside space is limited!
Hosted by:
William L Mercier VFW Post 5446 (860) 564-5446
Location:
7 Winsor Ave,
Plainfield, CT 06374
I am not a veteran. I am a member of the Civil Air Patrol, the United States Air Force Auxiliary. But in 1991, personal loss brought me to a place I never left.
Over two decades later, that loss led me to the State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown, Connecticut, where I took on the coordination of Wreaths Across America — which grew into the largest and fastest growing veterans program in the state. I didn’t do it for recognition. I did it for them.
In 2016 I founded the Connecticut Veterans Bulletin. Not because I served, but because I believe those who did deserve to be honored, connected, and kept alive.
Twenty-two veterans die by suicide every day. I knew about that number before it became a hashtag. I knew it personally, long before anyone was talking about it.
This publication exists because that number is unacceptable. Because every veteran in Connecticut deserves to know someone gives a damn.
That someone is me.