In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight 30 of the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar for the upcoming Saturday, 12 April 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.
Thursday 10 April 2025 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar at ctvetsbulletin.org on Saturday, 12 April, 2025
Events are in order by date
AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS POST 19 BREAKOUT RUN
AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS POST 19 BREAKOUT RUN
SUNDAY, APRIL 13th @ NOON WEATHER PERMITTING
ALL ARE WELCOME!
DESTINATION TO BE DETERMINED RUN WILL START & END AT AMERICAN LEGION POST 19
Hosted by AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS POST 19
(860) 456-1404
Location: Starting and ending at:
339 Brick Top Rd. Windham, CT 06280
Paint and Sip Night at Preston VFW Post 9452
Paint and Sip Night at Preston VFW Post 9452
Sunday
April 13, 2025
4-7pm
Let’s get messy 😆 come create your next masterpiece ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 call to reserve seats, limited seating!!!
$35 includes a beverage
Call to reserve tickets
(860)383-2884
Presented by:
Hosted by:
(860) 886-1313
Location: 28 Spicer Rd, Preston, CT 06365
American Legion Post 117 Meetings (Next Meeting 15 April)
American Legion Post 117 Meetings
The American Legion Post 117
will hold meetings on the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30 PM.
We welcome all military past and present. Dinner will be provided free at 6:30 PM
Hosted by:
(860) 706-9367
Location: 294 Willard Ave, Newington, CT 06111
Easter Egg-Stravaganza at the Farm
Easter Egg-Stravaganza at the Farm
Saturday, April 19, 2025
at 10 AM – 2 PM
🌷🐴 🌟 What’s Happening? 🌟 🥚 Easter Egg Hunt – Fun for all ages, with special golden eggs hiding extra surprises!
Pre-registration required.
🐴 Pony Rides – Included with $20 admission or choose $15 admission with no pony ride. 🛍️ Vendors & Tack Sale – Shop local goodies and find great deals on tack! (Bring cash for vendor purchases.)
🎉 Family Fun – Visit with our rescue horses, enjoy a beautiful day on the farm, and celebrate Easter in a unique way!
🎟️ Admission: • $20 per child (includes egg hunt & pony ride) • $15 per child (includes egg hunt, no pony ride)
⏳ Egg Hunt Time Slots (Limited Spots! Pre-register now!):
✅ 10:30 AM ✅ 11:30 AM ✅ 12:30 PM
✅ 1:30 PM
📩 Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/250654186933059
💰 Reminder: Many vendors will be cash-only, so plan accordingly! 🐴
Hosted by:
Operation Hold Your Horses Rescue (860) 329-5811
Location: JLS Mission Equine and Services 302 South Rd, Harwinton, CT 06782
Author Presentation Connecticut Military Heroes: Iraq and Afghanistan
Author Presentation Connecticut Military Heroes: Iraq and Afghanistan
April 19, 2025 11:00 a.m.
Connecticut Military Heroes
Jeffrey DeWitt
Iraq and Afghanistan
Hear the stories of the lives and service of the 69 Connecticut residents who died in Iraq and Afghanistan during military operations.
We can never forget
Scan the QR code or click this link to purchase the book and learn more about the full series.
Hosted by Frank C. Godfrey American Legion Post 12
(203) 866-8249
Location: Downstairs
60 County St,
Norwalk, CT 06851
50’s Rock Sock Hop Fundraiser
50’s Rock Sock Hop Fundraiser
APRIL 26TH • 6PM
BENEFITING THE CATHOLIC WAR VETERANS LT. RAYMOND J. BOWER POST 1466
AT PORT 5, 69 BREWSTER ST, BRIDGEPORT CT
$25.00 DINNER AND DJ INCLUDED
PRIZES FOR BEST DRESSED AND TONS OF GIVEAWAYS
SIGN UP AND ADVANCED PAYMENT REQUIRED AT PORT 5 BY APRIL 23RD.
UNABLE TO ATTEND? CASH DONATIONS ACCEPTED OR VENMO @LISA-MALDONADO-11
Hosted by Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans
(203) 576-9366
Location: 69 Brewster St,
Bridgeport, CT 06605
Paint and Sip Night at Jewett City VFW Post 10004
Paint and Sip Night at Jewett City VFW Post 10004
SUNDAY
APRIL 27TH
3-6pm
$35 INCLUDES A BEVERAGE
limited seating call to reserve tickets
(860)376-5226
Presented by:
Hosted by:
(860) 376-5226
Location: 263 Taylor Hill Rd, Jewett City, CT 06351
Black Dog Guest Bartender Night supporting VFW Post 1523
lack Dog Guest Bartender Night supporting VFW Post 1523
MAY 1ST, 2025 6-9PM
TO BENEFIT VFW POST 1523 PROGRAMS
- TEAM #1: GATES AUTO GROUP 6:00 6:30 PM
- TEAM #2: JEWETT CITY SAVINGS BANK 6:30 7:00 PM
- TEAM #3: MAYOR BARNEY SENEY & FRIENDS 7:00 7:30 PM
- TEAM #34: ROB CHALLINOR & THE LUCKY LADY’S 7:30 8:00 PM
- TEAM #5: KAZANTZIS REAL ESTATE GROUP 8:00 8:30 PM
- TEAM #6: VFW Breault’s Brawlers 8:30 9:00 PM
Sponsored by:
(860) 928-0501
Location: 146 Park Rd, Putnam, CT 06260
Meatball Grinders at Oakville VFW Post 7330
Meatball Grinders at Oakville VFW Post 7330
Friday
May 2nd 2025
11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Meatball Grinders with or without Cheese
$7.00 Donation
Eat in or take out.
In Town Delivery Available for Group Orders
Sponsored by The VFW Auxiliary to fund their many Veteran and Community Projects
Oakville VFW Post 7330
85 Davis St
860-274-5225
Hosted by Oakville VFW Post 7330 (860) 274-5225
Location: 85 Davis St,
Oakville, CT 06779
Cemetery Preservation Workshop – Free
Cemetery Preservation Workshop – Free
Join the East Haddam/Moodus VFW Post 3336 ‘Cemetery Troopers’ for a free, hands-on gravestone care workshop at Moodus Cemetery (North Moodus Rd) on Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. (Rain date: May 4). Learn proper techniques for cleaning, resetting, and repairing gravestones. Pizza lunch provided. Dress for hands-on work.
Contact Don Henson at 860-227-3600 or donworksindirt@hotmail.com.
About the Cemetery Troopers:
Formed by VFW Post 3336, the group identified 233 previously overlooked veterans in local cemeteries and ensured they are honored with flags. Their mission expanded to restoring damaged veteran gravestones, having cleaned 100+, reset 50+, and repaired 28 across 9 cemeteries—with more work to do.
Hosted by the
East Haddam/Moodus VFW Post 3336
(860) 923-9203
Location:
Moodus Cemetery
(North Moodus Rd)
VFW 7788 Kentucky Derby Party
VFW 7788 Kentucky Derby Party
Saturday
May 3rd, 2025
4 to 7 p.m.
Food at 5 p.m. / Drink
- Specials
- Games & Prizes
- The Best Derby Hat Gets $25!!
Hosted by:
VFW Travis C. Kitchen Post 7788
(203) 874-9775
Location: 422 Naugatuck Avenue, Milford, CT 06460
CTFVC Social
CTFVC Social
Wednesday 7 May 2025 6:00PM
There will be a brief zoom meeting at the beginning allowing members to join from a distance.
Come join the Farmer Veteran Coalition of Connecticut at our first quarterly in-person meeting and social! All are welcome- whether you’re an experienced farmer, hobbyist, just starting out, or simply looking for a great group of Veterans to connect with. Come check us out!
Hosted by: Connecticut Farmer Veteran Coalition
Location: VFW Couch-Pipa Post 6851
DR. G and The Believers at Jewett City VFW
DR. G and The Believers at Jewett City VFW
FRIDAY, MAY 9th 7PM-10PM FOOD
DR.G & The Believers AVAILABLE $10 PER TICKET
JEWETT CITY VFW 263 TAYLOR HILL RD JEWETT CITY, CT. 860.376.5226
Hosted by:
(860) 376-5226
Location: 263 Taylor Hill Rd,
Jewett City, CT 06351
2nd Annual NGACT INVITATIONAL
2nd Annual NGACT INVITATIONAL
Monday, May 12th 2025 10 a.m. Registration, 11 a.m. Shotgun Start.
Scan the QR Code or click here to Register your Team
Best Ball Tournament. $200 Per Golfer. Raffle Prizes. Closest to the Pin Longest Drive. Lunch and Dinner Included
*Teams Must Include 1 NGACT Member
Hosted by: National Guard Association of Connecticut
Location: Tumble Brook Country Club, 376 Simsbury Rd, Bloomfield, CT 06002
Smalley Brothers VFW POST & AUXILIARY INDOOR TAG, CRAFT & BAKE SALE
Smalley Brothers VFW POST & AUXILIARY INDOOR TAG, CRAFT & BAKE SALE
May 17th
8 – 2pm
Tables to Rent $20
Call Shelly Knowles
860-752-8133
Cut off date May10th
Hosted by:
Smalley Brothers VFW POST & AUXILIARY
(860) 623-6856
Location: 36 Fairview St, Windsor Locks, CT 06096
Tri-Town American Legion Baseball Roast Beef Dinner Night
Tri-Town American Legion Baseball Roast Beef Dinner Night🔥🥩
Join us on Saturday, May 17th from 5–8PM at American Legion Post 67 for a delicious Roast Beef Dinner supporting Tri-Town American Legion Baseball!
🎟️ Tickets are just $15 — grab yours from a coach or at the door.
Bring your appetite and support a great cause! ⚾🇺🇸
Hosted by
(860) 923-9203
Location:
17 Thompson Hill Rd, Thompson, CT 06277
AMERICAN LEGION POST 68 SPRING FLING DANCE
Join the AL AUX for the
AMERICAN LEGION POST 68 SPRING FLING DANCE
SATURDAY,
MAY 17TH 2025
8 PM-11 PM EST
$20 per person BYOB & SNACKS
- Music
- Photo Booth
- lots of fun
- Get your raffle tickets for our biggest raffle of the year (being drawn 6/15/25)
RSVP by 5/10 Bev- (860) 836-7833 or Mo (860)268-8969
Hosted by American Legion Auxiliary Unit 68 (860) 828-9102
Location: 154 Porters Pass
Berlin CT 06037
Bristol American Legion Auxiliary Unit 2 Bowling Bash
Bristol American Legion Auxiliary Unit 2 Bowling Bash
May 18th 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Shoe rental included Pizza and soda provided!
- Prizes
- Raffles
Proceeds to benefit Bristol ALA Unit 2 community programs
$35 per person
Registration in advance only!
Sign-up by May 4th
Card payments accepted via eventbrite
Cash payments accepted at American Legion Post 2, 22 Hooker Ct, Bristol, CT 06010
Hosted by:
Bristol American Legion Auxilary Unit 2
(860) 589-0088
Location: Spare Time Bowling 177 Farmington Ave, Bristol CT 06010
Lefty Foster of the Shaboo All-Stars at American Legion Post 19
AMERICAN LEGION JAMES SHEA POST 19 PROUDLY PRESENTS
Lefty Foster of the Shaboo All-Stars at American Legion Post 19
MAY 18, 2025 5PM
Lefty Foster of the Shaboo All-Stars
TICKETS CAN BE BOUGHT AT THE AMERICAN LEGION, FRENCH CLUB OR ONLINE
TICKETS: $25 EACH
JOIN US FOR GOOD MUSIC, DRINKS, RAFFLES AND TO SUPPORT AMERICAN LEGION CAUSES!
PERFORMING BEFORE LEFTY AT 2PM: PAT’S POWERBAND
PERFORMING BEFORE LEFTY AT 3:30PM:CHEAP BREW BAND
A PORTION OF TICKET SALES WILL BE DONATED TO LOCAL YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMS.
Presented by American Legion James Shea Post 19
(860) 456-1404
Location: French Club
116 Club Rd,
North Windham, CT 06256
FLAGS IN AT THE STATE VETERANS CEMETERY MIDDLETOWN
FLAGS IN AT THE STATE VETERANS CEMETERY MIDDLETOWN
Your Help is Needed!
Join us Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 9:00 AM at the CT State Veterans Cemetery on Bow Lane in Middletown to help place 13,000 American flags in honor of our fallen Veterans.
Flag retrieval is Saturday, May 31 at 9:00 AM, weather permitting.
Everyone is welcome—veteran groups, scouts, youth and community organizations—to show these sacrifices are not forgotten. No registration needed; just arrive by 9:00 AM, rain or shine.
Memorial Day Ceremony:
May 26 at 2:00 PM.
Donations for Wreaths Across America are also being collected.
Each wreath is $17 and will be placed in December. Donate at:
https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/150231
Thank you for supporting our Veterans!
POC Michael Rogalsky nam_vet68@hotmail.com
Location: State Veterans Cemetery, 317 Bow Ln, Middletown, CT 06457
National WW II US NAVAL RESERVE MEMORIAL
National WW II US NAVAL RESERVE MEMORIAL
SUNDAY MAY 25, 2025 2 PM
Waterbury Veterans Memorial Committee
1Lt. John P. “Jack” Shea, Chairman
You are invited to the dedication of the first in the nation
National WW II US NAVAL RESERVE MEMORIAL
They Freed a Man to Fight!
ON THE GREEN
Join with the members of the Waterbury Veterans Memorial Committee as we honor the service of the 86,291 women who served as Members of the US NAVAL Reserve Waves. Women Accepted For Volunteer Emergency Service
For more information call:
Jack Shea-203-768-3479
Bob Dorr-203-437-7960
Hosted by
(860) 923-9203
Location:
Waterbury Green
73 W Main St.
Waterbury, CT 06702
Lyman Orchards Memorial Day Car Show
Lyman Orchards Memorial Day Car Show
Come down to Lyman Orchards for a Memorial Day Car Show
Memorial Day May 26th
11am – 4pm
Apple Barrel Farm Market
32 Reed’s Gap Rd, Middlefield, CT
A salute to the flag ceremony at 2pm
Last vehicle registration will be at 2:30pm
Vehicle Registration $10 donation
Proceeds will go to benefit the Disabled American Veterans.
Spectators are free to attend.
No pets, no alcohol or substance on the premise
No burn outs, no 2 steps, no aggressive driving leaving and entering the event.
Come enjoy the day with your family as we honor our veterans.
Food, games, prizes and awards.
Learn more about Disabled American Veterans here: https://www.disabledvetsct.org/
Learn more about RAD Stallions here: http://www.radstallions.com/
See more upcoming events at Lyman Orchards here: https://lymanorchards.com/events/list/
Hosted by Lyman Orchards
(860) 349-6000
Location: 32 Reeds Gap Rd, Middlefield, CT 06455
13th ANNUAL NWCT PRO-VET GOLF TOURNAMENT
13th ANNUAL NWCT PRO-VET GOLF TOURNAMENT
HONORING OUR LOCAL VETERANS ON Date: Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025
Time:
10:45-11:45 am: Lunch & Reception (Driving range available)
11:45-12:00 pm: Opening Ceremony 12:00 pm: Depart for Starting Holes
Dessert, Cocktails & Awards Immediately following play
Golf Professionals: For more information, please contact TJ Wyld, Bull’s Bridge Head
Golf Professional
860-927-7135
Military Veterans: To register please contact Mark E. Spencer, (Veteran Retired) 203-826-6770 spencerme@yahoo.com
Tournament Details:
- 18 Holes with Cart
- Gross Team Scramble
- Group will Consist of One Golf Professional and a mix of Three Veterans
Hosted by Bull’s Bridge Golf Club (860) 927-7135
Location: 71 Bull’s Bridge Road, South Kent, CT 06785
Coconuts at The VFW State Convention Bash
Coconuts at The VFW State Convention Bash
FRIDAY JUNE 13
Show starts at 7:00pm
AN UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT OF COMEDY & MUSIC Hilarious Parodies, Sing-Alones & Good Ol’ Rock’n’Roll
COCONUTS BIGGER Band
THE BOOMER HUMOR COMEDY ROCK PARTY BAND
Celebrating 48 Years of Good Times!
VFW State Convention Bash We Salute America’s Veterans!
Sponsored by:
(860) 616-2365
Location: SHERATON ROCKY HILL GRAND BALLROOM
100 Capital Blvd,
Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Weekend At The Post A Thank You to Our Veterans
Weekend At The Post A Thank You to Our Veteran
“WEEKEND AT THE POST”
A THANK YOU TO ALL OUR VETERANS
SATURDAY
JUNE 14TH, 2025
10:00AM-4:00PM
Featuring
- Military Vehicles & Memorabilia
- “Touch-A-Truck”
- Police & Fire Displays
FAMILIES WELCOME
Contact: Rich Olson
(203) 710-5666
Hosted by the
FRANK C. GODFREY AMERICAN LEGION POST 12 (203) 866-8249
Location:
60 County Street
Norwalk, CT 06851
VETERANS SERVICE TABLES VENDOR-CRAFT FAIR
VETERANS SERVICE TABLES VENDOR/CRAFT FAIR
JUNE 28TH 10am-3pm
FREE ADMISSION AND PARKING.
RAFFLES AND DOOR PRIZES
TO RESERVE A TABLE
CALL 860-940-1156
OR EMAIL PACKRATMOMTO4@SBCGLOBAL.NET
Sponsored by:
(203) 509-3994
Location: LADY OF FATIMA CHURCH 2071 Baldwin St, Waterbury, CT 06706
American Legion Post 117 Military Monday
American Legion Post 117 Military Monday
American Legion Post 117 Fundraiser
Military Monday at Puerto Vallarta 2385 Berlin Turnpike, Newington on
Monday June 30, 2025
from 3:00 PM – Close.
20% of the Food & Beverage sales will be donated to Post 117.
Hosted by:
(860) 667-8080
Location: 2385 Berlin Tpke, Newington, CT 06111
DRIVE ON FOUNDATION MEMORIAL MOTORCYCLE RIDE
DRIVE ON FOUNDATION MEMORIAL MOTORCYCLE RIDE
August 9, 2025
Registration: Starts at 9 a.m.
Kickstands up: 11 a.m.
Supporting the fight against veteran suicide
IN LOVING MEMORY
COMMAND SERGEANT MAJOR GARY F. SIROIS
- Rider: $25
- Passenger: $15
- Non-riders welcomed after 1:30pm: $15
Donations Scan the QR code or click this link
Hosted by:
CSM Sirois Memorial Ride & Car Show
Location: American Legion Plymouth Post 20
245 Main St, Terryville, CT 06786
10TH ANNIVERSARY 22FOR22 HIKE FOR VETERAN SUICIDE AWARENESS
10TH ANNIVERSARY 22FOR22 HIKE FOR VETERAN SUICIDE AWARENESS 2016-2025
Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 7 AM
William Davidson, Jason Litke, Tommy Byrne, Robert Delaney
Hosted by: 22 for 22 Hike for Veteran Suicide Awareness (203) 623-6086 and Sarah Bordas
Location: Naugatuck Green, 64 Division St, Naugatuck, CT 06770
Tunnel TO Towers Foundation NATIONAL RUN, WALK & CLIMB SERIES
Tunnel TO Towers Foundation NATIONAL RUN, WALK & CLIMB SERIES
Saturday, October 18th, 2025. Never Forget Ceremony: 8:30AM. Race Start Time: 9:00AM
Register Here Born from the tragedy of 9/11, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation carries forward a legacy of courage and heroism. Built upon the mantra, “While we have time, LET US DO GOOD,” the Foundation supports our nation’s fallen and catastrophically injured first responders, military heroes, and their families.
Hosted by: Tunnel To Towers Foundation (718) 987-1931
Location: Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans, 69 Brewster Street, Bridgeport, CT 06605