In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar for the upcoming Saturday, 23 August 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 21 August 2025 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 23 August, 2025
Events are in order by date
The American 27s At American Legion Post 196
American 27s At American Legion Post 196
Saturday August 23 2025
1:00PM – 4:00PM
Live Music by:
The American 27s formed in 2015 after a meeting between musicians from different groups. Named by original guitarist/vocalist Mike Twohill, the band draws inspiration from the legendary “27 Club” artists like Janis Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Amy Winehouse, and Kurt Cobain, while also covering a wide mix of Rock, Classic Rock, Alternative, Blues, Folk, Pop, and more. Their shows feature everything from super hits to one-hit wonders, backed by a full sound system and light show.
Band Members:
Chris Arcamone – Guitar/Vocals
Irena Hart Makarchuk – Vocals/Guitar/Percussion
Tim Rufino – Bass/Vocals
Don Woddin – Keyboards
Rob Rossetti – Drums/Vocals
The American 27s perform at clubs, outdoor events, private parties, weddings, festivals, and acoustic shows. Hosted by:
(203) 874-9822
Location:
On the Deck, 25 Merwin Ave,
Milford, CT 06460
Rum Runners At Port 5
Rum Runners At Port 5
AUGUST 24TH
AT 3PM
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT BY Rum Runners
$5.00 COVER FOR NON-MEMBERS
THIS FUNDRAISER WILL BE SUPPORTING HEROES RANCH
GALLEY IS OPEN
DON’T FORGET YOUR LAWN CHAIR!
Hosted by:
Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans (203) 576-9366
Location:
69 Brewster St, Bridgeport, CT 06605
American Legion Riders Bike Night/Burger Night
NOTE: 21 AUGUST & 28 AUGUST ARE THE LAST TWO BIKE NIGHTS.
American Legion Riders Bike Night/Burger Night
Every Thursday from 6-9pm
Bike Night/Burger Night Support the local vets Won’t want to miss this!!
BEST DEALS IN TOWN – THIRSTY THURSDAY$6 BURGERS, 2/$5 DOGS, CRISPY SEASONED FRIES, ICE COLD BEVERAGES Food, Fun, music, and so much more!!!!
COME ONE, COME ALL BIKES, CARS, ALL WELCOME
Fun for the whole family!!
Hosted by: American Legion Riders Chapter 20 (860) 584-9119
Location: American Legion Post 20, 245 Main St. Terryville, CT 06786
American Legion Post 68 Karaoke Luau Party
American Legion Post 68 Karaoke Luau Party
SATURDAY – August 30th
Food 6:30 pm- 7:30 pm
Karaoke Starts @ 8 p
Menu
- Hawaiian Meatballs
- Hawaiian Kelibasa
- Spam Musubi
- Pulled Pork Sliders
- Teryiaki Wings
- Coleslaw
- Hawaiian Mac Salad
- Pineapple Tarts
Donation $8 Gets you a trip through for a plate of food
- Drink specials
- Pool
- Karaoke
- Luau Party
Open To The Public
Hosted by:
(860) 828-9102
Location: Canteen
154 Porters Pass, Kensington, CT 06037
Danbury DAV 2025 Labor Day Picnic
Danbury DAV 2025 Labor Day Picnic
2-8pm Sunday 8/31
Admission $15
Music Performed By Rustic Fusion band
BBQ Feast/Rain or Shine
Drink Specials
Ticket Drawings
Bring a Chair
Hosted by:
Danbury DAV (203) 743-3013
Location:
25 Segar St
Danbury CT 06810
FREE Dentistry Day For Veterans
FREE Dentistry Day For Veterans
September 6th, 2025 |
8AM-1PM
Veterans who do not have dental insurance but are in need of dental care can choose one:
A FREE CLEANING OR FILLING!
If you or someone you know is a veteran who would benefit from free dental care,
please call to schedule an appointment:
860-423-9717
Please bring your Military ID on September 6th
Deborah Liang, DDS
Verena Hanna, DMD
General Dentists
reservoircommonsdental.com
Hosted by:
Reservoir Commons Dental Associates
(860) 423-9717
Location: Reservoir Commons Dental Associates
203 Storrs Rd
Mansfield Center, CT 06250
Iron Law 10th Annual BBQ And Ride
Iron Law 10th Annual BBQ And Ride
Saturday
September 6th 2025
9:00 am 10:00 am Registration / 10:00 am Kickstands up
$25 \ Person
Come out and Support the local VFW
Pig Roast 2 PM 6 PM
Music – Raffles – Food – Cash Bar
Iron law New Milford is a Law Enforcement and Veterans Motorcycle Club Supporting Local Charities
Hosted by:
Iron Law New Milford Chapter Law Enforcement and Veterans MC
(203) 948-9356
Location:
30 Kent Rd,
New Milford, CT
World War II Museum Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
World War II Museum Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
The World War II Legacy Foundation, Inc. will host the Phase One Grand Opening of the World War II Museum, Research, and Education Center in East Hartford, Connecticut, on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Timed to honor the 80th Anniversary of the war’s end, the event will feature a ribbon-cutting by World War II Veterans, followed by tours of Connecticut’s only museum dedicated exclusively to World War II history. The museum is located at 102 Pitkin Street.
Hosted by:
World War II Legacy Foundation, Inc.
(860) 810-8736
Location:
102 Pitkin St,
East Hartford, CT 06108
American Legion Post 209 Jukebox BINGO
American Legion Post 209 Jukebox BINGO
Saturday, September 6, 2025
6pm to 8pm
Doors Open at 5:30pm
@Gloria Dei Church 355 Camp St. Bristol, CT
$15 per card
($10 for kids 12 and under)
Tickets available at door.
Light Refreshments Will Be Served Jukebox Bingo from Primetime Entertainment
Contact: Bruce Barton (860)810-8168, Bob Getz (860)919-0305 or Brian Avery (860)384-5626
Hosted by:
American Legion Post 209 (860) 384-5626
Location: Gloria Dei Church 355 Camp St,
Bristol, CT 06010
5 Card BINGO At American Legion Post 20
5 Card BINGO At American Legion Post 20
SUNDAY
- Sept 7
- Sept 14
- Sept 21
- Sept 28
Starts at 2PM!!
SUBJECT TO CHANGE
5-Card Bingo is a fun variation of traditional bingo that combines elements of both bingo and poker. Instead of a numbered bingo card, each player receives five playing cards. A caller then draws from a standard deck of cards, and players mark off any matching cards they hold. The first player to mark off all five of their cards calls out “Bingo!” and wins the round.
Hosted by:
(860) 584-9119
Location:
245 Main Street,
Terryville, CT 06786
Blood Drive At Raymond T. Goldbach VFW Post
Blood Drive At Raymond T. Goldbach VFW Post
Thursday,
September 18, 2025
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
American Red Cross
Be Someone’s Hero
Give Blood
Blood Drive
Please contact Mary Bango to make an appointment (203)377-0214 or
Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) ог visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter: VFWStratford to schedule an appointment.
Hosted by:
Raymond T. Goldbach VFW Post (203) 377-021
Location:
Raymond T. Goldbach VFW Post. Held in the Hall,
100 Veterans Boulevard Stratford, CT 06615
Coconuts At VFW Post 10004
Coconuts At VFW Post 10004
SATURDAY • SEPT. 20
Doors open @ 6pm • Show @ 7pm
AN UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT OF COMEDY & MUSIC Hilarious Parodies, Sing-Alongs & Good Ol’ Rock’n’Roll
THE BOOMER HUMOR COMEDY ROCK PARTY BAND
Celebrating 48 Years of Good Times!
$15 Tickets on sale now at VFW Post #10004
Food for purchase until 8pm
• Cash bar
Hosted by:
Jewett City VFW Post 10004 (860) 376-5226
Location: 263 Taylor Hill Rd, Jewett City, CT 06351
End Of Summer Bash With The Waterford VFW
End Of Summer Bash With The Waterford VFW
Sept. 21st 2025 2-5pm
Waterford UFW 382 Boston Post Road TICKETS:
$IO-ADULTS,
$5-KIDS,
KIDS 6 AND UNDER ARE FREE
- Live music
- food
- raffles
Hosted by:
(860) 443-0442
Location:
382 Boston Post Rd, Waterford, CT 06385
Watertown Town Wide Tag Sale
Watertown Town Wide Tag Sale
Saturday, September 27th
7am – 3pm
Early Bird Open 7 a.m.
Last year, we had ** 100 ** shoppers between 7 and 8 a.m.
Everything you want or need!
Indoors
Don’t invite strangers to your home.
Sell your items indoors at our VFW Hall and be safe.
Oakville VFW Post 7330
85 Davis St
Call Phyllis 203-560-9735 for your application.
$25 first table, $20 for additional tables. Set up is 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. 26th.
Sponsored by:
Hosted by:
Oakville VFW Post 7330 (860) 274-5225
Location: 85 Davis St,
Oakville, CT 06779
American Legion Post 180 Annual Tag Sale & Open House
American Legion Post 180 Annual Tag Sale & Open House
Saturday September 27th 567 Exeter Rd. (Rt 207) Lebanon, CT
8am – 2pm
Rain Date Sunday Sept. 28th
Reserve your spot by calling Patrick at (860)861-9982
Hosted by:
(860) 961-1185
Location: 567 Exeter Rd,
Lebanon, Connecticut 06249
American Legion Auxiliary Program Information Conference
American Legion Auxiliary Program Information Conference
Doors open at 9 a.m.
Saturday, Sept 27 09.30 Am
Reservation Deadline: September 19, 2025
Join us as the Department Program Chairmen share out coming year’s programs and goals and learn how Units can support these programs.
Dress Code: Business Casual
BRING A NON-PERISHABLE ITEM TO BE DONATED TO NEWINGTON HOSPITAL FOOD BANK
Visit Our Website
Registration Form: https://alactdept.weebly.com/uploads/3/7/5/1/37513709/pic_flyer_2025__1_.jpg
Hosted by:
American Legion Auxiliary Department of Connecticut
Location:
91 Taylor Avenue
East Haven, CT 06515
American Legion Post 117 BINGO NIGHT
American Legion Post 117 BINGO NIGHT
FRIDAY,
OCTOBER 17TH
5:30PM-7:30PM
To Benefit:
May – Davis – Stotzer American Legion Post 117
- PRIZES
- FOOD
- FUN
Raymour & Flanigan
FURNITURE |
MATTRESSES
RSVP
Call 860-606-0216 or email
Hosted by:
The May-Davis-Stotzer American Legion Post 117
Location:
3375 Berlin Tpke, Newington, CT 06111
Putnam Veterans Advisory Committee Chicken BBQ
Putnam Veterans Advisory Committee Chicken BBQ
After the Great Pumpkin Fest HIT THIS!
Saturday, October 18th! 3-5 pm ~ $15
Chicken, Potato, Salad, Green Beans, Bread & Butter
Take-Out Only
Limited Tickets Available:
- Putnam Rec Dept
- Putnam Veterans Office
- From any VAC member or their organization
VAC Members:
- Rob Challinor
- Alan Joslin
- Jim Bradley
- Dave Gilbert
- Hans Lowell
- Mike Vassar
- Jamie Sargent
VAC Organizations:
- Albert Breault VFW Post 1523
- Danielson Veterans Coffeehouse
- Knights of Columbus Cargil Council 64
- Mayotte-Viens American Legion Post 13
- Putnam Lodge of Elks 574
Presented by:
Putnam Veterans Advisory Committee
Location:
68 Providence St, Putnam, CT 06260
NOTE: K of C has limited seating if you want to stay for a beverage & eat in!
AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Holiday Craft Fair
AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Holiday Craft Fair
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2025
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY & VETERANS
- Raffles
- Food Booth
- Many Vendors
Sponsored by:
Hosted by:
Location:
8 Community Ave,
Plainfield, CT 06374
Holmes Hasher Hike XI
Holmes Hasher Hike XI
Join us on a “First Day” Hasher, walk a few miles, drink a few beverages and donate a few pounds of food to Amazing Grace Food Pantry
Hosted by:
Location:
421 Wadsworth St, Middletown, CT 06457
