In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar for the upcoming Saturday, 13 June 2026 Edition. These events and programs are thoughtfully curated to support and engage Connecticut’s veteran community.
This publication serves as a dedicated, forward-looking preview designed to highlight the newest additions to the running Connecticut Veterans Calendar. While previous editions maintain the full, ongoing catalog of statewide veteran resources and long-standing events, this weekly preview ensures that the community stays directly informed about newly scheduled programs, immediate volunteer initiatives, and upcoming fraternal activities as they are established. For a complete list of events and more details, please refer to the full Connecticut Veterans Calendar in our upcoming publication or through our previous publication which contains all other ongoing listings.
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 11 June 2026 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar at ctvetsbulletin.org on Saturday, 13 June 2026
Events are in order by date
Honoring Veteran Women: Picnic In The Park
Honoring Veteran Women: Picnic In The Park
SATURDAY JUNE 13, 2026
12-2 PM
IN CELEBRATION OF THE SIGNING OF THE WOMEN’S ARMED SERVICES INTEGRATION ACT
Inviting all Women Veterans to enjoy a catered lunch and summer (non alcoholic) drinks while sharing stories of their service and experiences.
WILL OFFER
- THEMED CRAFTS
- PROFESSIONAL CANDID PHOTOGRAPHY
- THERAPY DOG VISITS
FREE TO ALL ACTIVE OR RETIRED WOMAN VETERANS
Hosted by:
Eastern Connecticut Veterans Community Center
(860) 423-6389
Location: Windham Mills State Heritage Park, 322 Main Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
VFW Post 3336 Summer Cornhole
NEXT RECURRENCE WEDNESDAY 17 JUNE 2026
VFW Post 3336 Summer Cornhole
Mark your calendar:
Every Wednesday from June 3 – late Sept
6 pm
Cash award for winning team
$20/person
BYOB
All skill levels welcome
For more info: Contact Rebecca 860-389-7216
Hosted By:
(860) 873-8042
(860) 873-3332
Location:
89 North Moodus Road
Moodus, CT 06469
Car Wash Fundraiser For Surfside Veterans June 2026
Car Wash Fundraiser For Surfside Veterans June 2026
Saturday, June 20, 2026
10AM – 2PM
Budget Car Wash
OPEN 24 HOURS
$15 CAR
Rain Date 6/21
Surfside Veterans is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in West Haven, Connecticut. It is dedicated to supporting local military veterans and their families.
Key Highlights
Origin: Began as an informal network of veterans living in the Surfside Apartments.
Mission: Governed by a “veterans helping veterans” philosophy to build a strong shoreline support system.
Direct Support: Offers peer-to-peer mentoring, minor home repairs, food distribution, and help navigating benefits.
Community Presence: Raises funds through local public initiatives like charity car shows, car washes, and Memorial Day parade participation.
Hosted By:
(860) 710-1833
Location: Budget Car Wash
936 Boston Post Rd,
West Haven, CT 06516
Westport VFW Veterans Benefits Luncheon
Westport VFW Veterans Benefits Luncheon
Thursday, June 25, 2026
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
VFW Post 399 invites all veterans and the community to a free Veteran Benefits Luncheon at 465 Riverside Avenue, Westport.
This event is part of our ongoing mission to support those who have served. It offers a relaxed setting to enjoy lunch, connect with the veteran community, and learn about available benefits. Representatives will be on hand to provide information and answer questions regarding services and assistance.
While everyone is welcome and RSVPs are not required, they are encouraged to help us with planning.
To RSVP, please email vfw399ct@gmail.com with the number of attendees or call us at (203) 227-6796.
We look forward to seeing you there as we honor and support our veterans!
Hosted by:
(203) 227-6796
Location: 465 Riverside Ave, Westport, CT 06880
VFW Post 399 & American Legion Post 63 Picnic Celebrating America’s 250th
VFW Post 399 & American Legion Post 63 Picnic Celebrating America’s 250th
Saturday, June 28, 2026
12-4pm
Everyone is Welcome
Picnic Celebrating The Nation’s 250th Birthday
Hosted By:
Westport VFW Post 399 (203) 227-6796
(860) 436-9986
Location:465 Riverside Ave, Westport, CT 06880
Arlington National Cemetery An Historical Overview
Arlington National Cemetery An Historical Overview
Tuesday, June 30 @ 6:30 PM
Arlington National Cemetery, one of America’s most important historical landmarks, is best known for its more than 300,000 graves and famous monuments. Before this beautiful spot on the Potomac became a cemetery, it had a story entwined with the early history of some of Virginia’s first families including the Custises, Lees, and Washingtons. Hear author Cynthia Parzych present the backstory of this iconic spot and highlights some of the stories of the people who lived and were buried on the land that became Arlington National Cemetery.
Born and educated in Connecticut, Cynthia Parzych is a writer, book publisher, and editor. She lives in Glastonbury, Connecticut, in a house built in 1693, where she runs her publishing company. She has expertise in the history of America, the Civil War, European History, and World War I and II and produces books on many topics including military history. She has led historic tours of battle sites in the United States and Europe.
Admission Free.
RSVP: www.bristollib.com, 860.584.7787 x 3, or visit the library
Hosted By:
(860) 584-7787
Location:
5 High St. Bristol, CT 06010
Model Rocket Launches Sponsored By Ansonia American Legion
Model Rocket Launches Sponsored By Ansonia American Legion
Saturday
July 4, 2026
10:00AM – 11:30AM
FREE EVENT
Bring Chairs and Blankets
Sponsored by:
Ansonia American Legion Post 50
(203) 227-6796
Location: Nelligan Park
7 Doyle Dr,
Ansonia, CT 06401
Marlborough American Legion Auxiliary Plant BINGO
Marlborough American Legion Auxiliary Plant BINGO
Saturday July 18, 2026
Doors open 6:30
Games start at 7
Marlborough American Legion Auxiliary is partnering with Paul’s and Sandy’s Too
$35
Bring your own snacks / non-alcoholic beverages
Adult beverages available for purchase in bar.
Must be 18 or older to play
- 6 games
- Raffles
One BINGO card provided with entry -may purchase extra $2 each
Hosted By:
Marlborough American Legion Auxiliary (860) 295-7810
Location: 128 E Hampton Rd,
Marlborough, CT 06447
Anchors Away~A Yacht Rock Evening~auxiliary fundraiser
Anchors Away~A Yacht Rock Evening~auxiliary fundraiser
SATURDAY AUGUST 1, 2026
5PM TO 9PM
Sail into the night with smooth tunes, good buffet dinner, dancing and great company.
At The American Legion Post 196 Milford, CT
Live music with MATTO & STUDNEY
† CRUISE & BOAT ATTIRE ENCOURAGED
$35 PP
INCLUDES BUFFET DINNER
→→ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
KELLY RUFF 203-909-0936
LAURA AMBROGIO 203-305-6887
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR VETERANS, OUR COMMUNITY AND OUR MISSION
Sponsored by:.
Hosted By:
(203) 874-9822
Location: American Legion Post 196
25 Merwin Ave, Milford, CT 06460
65th Annual America’s V.J. Day Parade
65th Annual America’s V.J. Day Parade
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Step Off: 1:01 PM
Rain or Shine
Theme: America 250
Honoring the 250th Anniversary of America and the Greatest Generation who served in World War II.
Parade through Moosup, Connecticut — America’s V.J. Day Parade Village.
For participation information:
V.J. Day Parade Committee, American Legion Post 91
860-564-8005
Entry forms due: July 24, 2026
Hosted By:
American Legion Post 91 Moosup (860) 564-8005
Location:
Moosup, CT 06354
VFW Post 1672 BINGO
VFW Post 1672 BINGO
Saturday,
August 22, 2026
Doors open:11am.
Bingo Starts:1pm.
Join us for our
Bingo Marathon Fundraiser
Packages: $40.
(this includes 1-12 on, 1 set of speedies, 1 set of specials), Also included is your dinner.
Come join us for a day of fun, play bingo, try to win a raffle prize, and have some good food.
For information or to sign up for a reservation contact Liz Driscoll
(203)947-4073
Limited seats
Hosted by:
(860) 354-7995
Location: 11 Avery Rd, New Milford, CT 06776
14th Annual Hike to Remember
14th Annual Hike to Remember
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Check-In 4:30 AM step-off 5:30AM (9:50 AM community viewing at the town fountain, 11:45 AM finish line welcome)
Join the Marine Corps League Peter P. Monaco Jr. Detachment 40 for a 22-kilometer hike dedicated to building support networks, inspiring camaraderie, and combating Veteran suicide. Veterans and current service members of all branches are invited to hike. Friends, family, and community supporters are matching that energy at the viewing points and the finish line. This year’s goal is to register 250 hikers and raise $30,000 to provide vital resources for service members and their families in times of need. Overflow parking is available at Hopewell School.
Contact: peterpmonacojr@gmail.com or Register online at hiketorememberx.itsyourrace.com
Hosted by: Marine Corps League Peter P. Monaco Jr. Detachment 40
Location: Veterans Hall of Glastonbury,
980 Chestnut Hill Rd, South
Glastonbury, CT 06073 (Community viewing at the Glastonbury Center Fountain, intersection of Hebron Ave and Main St)
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.