In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar for the upcoming Saturday, 24 January 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 22 January 2026 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 24 January 2026
Events are in order by date
Montville American Legion Post 112 Game Night
Montville American Legion Post 112 Game Night
Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 7 PM
Hosted By: Bill Bauer & Montville American Legion Post 112 (860) 848-1393
Location: 89 Pink Row, Uncasville, CT 06382
Veterans Valentine’s Paint & Sip Benefit
Veterans Valentine’s Paint & Sip Benefit
Monday January 26, 2026
6 PM – 8 PMCreate your own painting while supporting local veterans 🇺🇲Join a fun, guided paint night—no experience needed. All materials and step-by-step instruction are provided; canvases include a simple outline.
Cost: $35 per guest (prepaid via Venmo @marydamico72).
Cash accepted—text instructor Mary Damico at 860-490-9827.
Seating is limited—advance payment required.
Cash bar with discounted prices available during breaks.
Feel free to bring a snack to share.
No outside drinks.
All proceeds benefit local veterans.
Hosted by:
Location:
Essex Veterans Memorial Hall, 3 Westbrook Rd, Centerbrook, CT 06409
Plainfield VFW Presents Trivia With Jimmy Lehn
Plainfield VFW Presents Trivia With Jimmy Lehn
SATURDAY
JANUARY 31, 2026
6 PM-8 PM
- FREE TO PLAY
- CASH PRIZES
- CASH BAR
- FOOD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
Presented by:
WILLIAM L. MERCIER VFW POST 5446 (860) 564-5446
Location: 7 Winsor Ave, Plainfield, CT 06374
Wooden Door Hanger Craft Workshop
Wooden Door Hanger Craft Workshop
February 3, 2026
7PM
Join us for a fun, hands-on art experience where you’ll design your own beautifully painted wooden plaque. Whether you enjoy following step-by-step guidance or prefer to let your creativity lead the way, you’ll have everything you need to bring your unique vision to life. Paint, ribbon, and wooden plaque are all included, along with gentle guided instruction to help spark ideas and support your creative flow.
Materials Included
Kitchen/ Bar Open For Orders!
TICKET $25
Contact via email: (Ashley) Creativlybold@gmail.com
Presented by:CREATIVLYBOLD
Location: American Legion Kiltonic Post 72, 64 Main St,
Southington, CT 06489
National Sew Day Cheshire Quilting Chicks
National Sew Day Cheshire Quilting Chicks
Saturday
February 7, 2026
9 AM – 2 PM
Come sew with us!!
Hosted by:
Location: Cheshire Lutheran Church, 660 W Main St, Cheshire, CT 06410
QOV National Sew Day Brookfield
QOV National Sew Day Brookfield
Saturday,
February 7, 2026
10 AM – 2 PM
Join author Sue Reich in Cotton Candy Fabrics’ Brookfield store to make a quilt benefiting the National Quilts of Valor Foundation. We will be holding a sew day in our classroom to work on a quilt to be awarded to a veteran this May.
Registration required!
Hosted by:
Location: Cotton Candy Fabrics, 450 Federal Rd, Brookfield, CT 06804
Quilts Of Valor National Sew Day Norwalk
Quilts Of Valor National Sew Day Norwalk
Honoring Those Who Served
February 7
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Christie’s Quilting Boutique
Join us for Quilt of Valor National Sew Day as we come together to create heartfelt quilts for our veterans and service members. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your machine or help in-store
Support our heroes with every stitch. Special Host & Teacher Susan of Lady Blue Quilt Studio
Hosted by:
Location: Christie’s Quilting Boutique, 176 Main St, Norwalk, CT 06851
Voice of Democracy & Patriot Pen Awards Banquet District 4
Voice of Democracy & Patriot Pen Awards Banquet District 4
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Lunch 1:00 p.m.
Tickets: $25.00 per person
Checks payable to:VFW District 4
Tickets available to see our very own Auxiliary member, Emma Klein, 1st place Voice of Democracy winner receive her award at the District awards luncheon. Student winners for VOD and Patriot’s Pen will all be receiving their awards. Purchase your tickets by 2/1.
Hosted by:
(860) 376-5226
Location: 263 Taylor Hill Rd, Jewett City, CT 06351
The Saga of the Four Chaplains Memorial Ceremony
The Saga of the Four Chaplains Memorial Ceremony
Saturday,
February 7, 2026
6:00 pm
Doors Open at 5:00 PM
Featuring Special Guests
Please join us to honor the four US Army Chaplains who sacrificed their lives so others could live.
Presented by:
(860) 384-5626
Location: Rockwell Theater @ BAIMS Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School
SAL Squadron 68 Karaoke Night
SAL Squadron 68 Karaoke Night
Feb 7 at 8 PM
SAL TO HOST IN OUR CANTEEN OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ALL WELCOME COME SING HAVE A DRINK PLAY SOME POOL ALWAYS A GOOD TIME!
SPECIAL THANKS TO DIANA & ED
Hosted By: Sons of the American Legion Squadron 68 (860) 213-0718
Location: American Legion Post 68 Berlin ct
American Legion Auxiliary Post 20 Loaded Baked Potato
American Legion Auxiliary Post 20 Loaded Baked Potato
Sunday
February 8th, 2026
Time: 1pm-5pm
$9.00
Includes: Butter, Sour Cream, Chili, Bacon, Cheese, Broccoli, Chives
Dine in or Take out Available!!
Deliveries Available in Terryville
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Hosted by:
American Legion Auxiliary Post 20 (860) 584-9119
Location: American Legion Post 20, 245 Main St,
Terryville, CT 06786
Waterbury – Nantucket VFW Post 201 1st Annual Chili Cook-off
Waterbury – Nantucket VFW Post 201 1st Annual Chili Cook-off
Super Bowl Sunday
February 8th, 2026
2pm start, burgers, hot dogs, and chili served starting at 4pm
$5 to taste and participate in the popular vote
$300+ Prize Pool
Cash prize to top three contestants (as chosen by panel of judges)
Total prize pool to be announced before start of judging
50/50 Raffle:
$5/ticket, or $10 for 3
Presented by:
Wheeler-Young VFW Post 201 (203) 754-0738
Location:
2205 Baldwin St,
Waterbury, CT 06706
DAV Lee Hartell Chapter 25 Super Bowl Party
DAV Lee Hartell Chapter 25 Super Bowl Party
Sunday
February 8 • 4 PM
- Grinders
- Finger Foods
- Desserts
Suggested Donation $10
Don’t miss the epic showdown
Hosted by:
DAV Lee Hartell Chapter 25 (203) 743-3013
Location: 25 Segar St
Danbury CT 06810
Bristol American legion Super Bowl Watch Party
Bristol American legion Super Bowl Watch Party
Join us for the biggest game of the year!
📅 Date: Super Bowl Sunday
⏰ Party Starts: 5:00 PM
🏈 Kickoff: TBA (expected around 6:30 PM)
📍 Location: American Legion Post 2, Bristol, CT
🍽️ Food Provided
A variety of Wings
Mac and Cheese
Pulled pork sandwiches
Potluck welcome!
Feel free to bring an appetizer, side dish, or favorite game-day snack to share.
Bring your friends, wear your team colors, and enjoy a great night of football, food, and camaraderie.
Hosted by:
American Legion Post 2 Bristol (860) 589-0088
Location: 22 Hooker Ct, Bristol, CT 06010
VFW POST 399 SUPER BOWL LIX PARTY
VFW POST 399 SUPER BOWL LIX PARTY
SUNDAY,
FEBRUARY 8, 2026
@5:30-10PM
ENJOY HAPPY HOUR DRAFT BEER SPECIALS AND GAME DAY FOOD!
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
Hosted by:
(203) 227-6796
Location: 465 Riverside Ave, Westport, CT 06880
Jewett City VFW Post 10004 Super Bowl Party
Jewett City VFW Post 10004 Super Bowl Party
Sunday
February 8th
6 PM
Free Food
- Wings
- Fries
- Chili
- Taco Bar
Raffles & Beer Buckets
Hosted by:
Jewett City VFW Post 10004 (860) 376-5226
Location: 263 Taylor Hill Rd, Jewett City, CT 06351
Wallingford VFW Mixtape Match
Wallingford VFW Mixtape Match
Sunday,
February 15, 2026
1 pm – 3 pm
🚨✨‼️Mixtape Match – Music 🎶
Raffles 🍀
Good time had by all ☺️
Bring your own snacks and get your drinks in the Canteen! 🥤
Call Laurie to reserve your table! (203) 269-4628
Hosted by:
(203) 269-7114
Location: 23 Prince St, Wallingford, CT 06492
RED WHITE & BREW Fundraiser For SAL Squadron 202
RED WHITE & BREW Fundraiser For SAL Squadron 202
Sunday, Feb 15th, 2-5PM
JOIN US FOR THE INAUGURAL
Red White Brew
FUNDRAISER BENEFITING THE SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION SQUADRON 202 OF CT
SCAN the QR code or click here
ENJOY UNLIMITED PIZZA & PRETZELS IN NEWSYLUM’S HEATED PAVILION, PLUS 2 DRINKS, LIVE STUDENT MUSICIANS, AND GREAT COMPANY.
SUPPORT OUR MISSION TO SERVE VETERANS, YOUTH PROGRAMS, AND OUR COMMUNITY.
RAISE A GLASS TO THOSE WHO SERVED!
Presented by:
WILLIAM L. MERCIER VFW POST 5446 (860) 564-5446
Location:
36 Keating Farms Ave, Newtown, CT 06470
