CVB’S 30 January 2025 Thursday Veterans Calendar Preview of Veterans Events & Programs new this week and first appearing in the 1 February 2025 edition of CVB’s Connecticut Veterans Calendar.
The entries below offer merely a glimpse into the latest additions highlighted in the 1 February edition of Connecticut Veterans Bulletin’s weekly Veterans Calendar Publication. With events and programs tailored for Connecticut veterans, CVB’s weekly Connecticut Veterans Calendar Publication serves as your comprehensive guide.
Thursday 30 January 2025 5:00 AM
Listed in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 1 February, 2025
VFW POST 1523 Breakfast 1 February 2025

SATURDAY MORNING 9 AM TO 11 AM
FEBRUARY 1ST, 2025
BREAKFAST INCLUDES
SCRAMBLED EGGS
SAUSAGE
BACON
HOMEFRIES
TOAST
PANCAKES
JUICE & COFFEE
COST IS $10 / PERSON
SENIORS, STUDENTS, FIRST RESPONDERS & VETERANS $8/PERSON
DINE IN OR TAKE OUT AVAILABLE
Hosted By:
Albert J Breault Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1523
(860) 928-9897
Location: 207 Providence St, Putnam, CT 06260
American Legion Bantam Veteran Of The Month

American Legion Bantam Veteran Of The Month
February 1, 2025 – Veteran of the Month 10 o’clock in the Bantam Borough Hall
1st Lieutenant Lois O’dell
U. S. Army Nurse Corps
World War II Veteran Serving in France and North Africa
Member of the American Legion
Commander of American Legion Post 27
Headed American Legion Dept. of Child Welfare
Litchfield Public Health Nurse
Taught Red Cross Nursing Classes
Served with the Salvation Army to Provide Community Services
Hosted by:
American Legion Post 44 Bantam (860) 567-9930
Location: Bantam Borough Hall, 890 Bantam Rd,
Bantam, CT 06750
Bob’s – Walberg’s American Chop Suey!

Bob’s – Walberg’s American Chop Suey!
February 1st, 2025, NOON till soldout.
Come early!
Bob’s – Walberg’s American Chop Suey!
Served with Hawaiian Roll and Butter!
Only $12.00!
Downstairs at 64 Main St, Southington, CT.
Members and guests are welcome for Dine-in or Takeout!
Public is welcome for Takeout only.
Hosted By:
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72
(860) 621-4243
Location: 64 Main St, Southington, CT 06489
The Saga Of The Four Chaplains Memorial Ceremony

The Saga Of The Four Chaplains Memorial Ceremony
Saturday, February 1, 2025
4:00pm
Doors open at 3:30 pm
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
355 Camp St. Forestville, CT
A small reception will follow the ceremony.
Please join us to honor the four US Army Chaplains who sacrificed their lives so others could live.
Presented by:
American Legion Centennial Post 209
(860) 384-5626
Location: Gloria Dei Lutheran Church
355 Camp St, Bristol, CT 06010
In Eternal Memory The Four Chaplains Sacrifice At Sea

In Eternal Memory The Four Chaplains Sacrifice At Sea
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND, 2025 AT 2:00 PM
AMERICAN LEGION POST 104
22 MERCHANTS AVENUE, TAFTVILE, CT
On February 3, 1943 the Army transport ship USAT Dorchester was torpedoed by a submarine and sank with 902 troops on board, including the Four Immortal Chaplains. While aiding and comforting the Army troops as the ship sank, the chaplains surrendered their life jackets that others may live on. As the Dorchester sank, the four chaplains linked their arms and prayed. 672 died, leaving 230 survivors.
Presented by:
American Legion Post 104
(860) 889-6777
Location: 22 Merchants Ave, Taftville, CT 06380
Stafford Veterans Coffee House 4 February 2025

Stafford Veterans Coffee House
Sponsored by American Legion Post 26
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
9 am. to 11 a.m.
American Legion Post 26 10 Monson Road Stafford Springs, CT 06076
Refreshments served
Hosted By: Strazza Tonoli Emhoff American Legion Post 26 (860) 684-7619
Location: 10 Monson Rd, Stafford Springs, CT 06076
Superbowl Legion Chicken Wings

Superbowl Legion Chicken Wings
Superbowl Weekend!
February 7th thru 9th, 2025, all weekend!
Legion Chicken Wings any style served with your choice of sauce or Bleu Cheese with carrot and celery sticks!
Only $8.00 for 6 wings!
Only $16.00 for 13 wings!
Downstairs at 64 Main St, Southington, CT.
Members and guests are welcome for Dine-in or Takeout!
Public is welcome for Takeout only.
Hosted By:
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72
(860) 621-4243
Location: 64 Main St, Southington, CT 06489
Port 5 Super Bowl Sunday Party

Port 5 Super Bowl Sunday Party
02/09/2025-5:00PM
$15.00
Half time food buffet and door prizes
Bring your own snacks Advanced sign up required by 02/07 Non-refundable Regular kitchen menu available all day!
Hosted by:
Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans
(203) 576-9366
Location: 69 Brewster St, Bridgeport, CT 06605
American Legion Post 113 Valentine’s Dinner

American Legion Post 113 Valentine’s Dinner
Serving: Salad, Pork Tenderloin, potato, and veggie complimentary glass of wine or beer
$30 per couple
Reservations only
Call 860-388-9482
We will accept reservations until 2/10/25
This event is open to the public, so please share.
Hosted by:
Katrina Trogden Spencer & Faulk Marcolini Newman American Legion Post 113 Old Saybrook CT
(860) 388-9482
Location: 80 Essex Rd, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Killingly VFW Valentine’s Party

Killingly VFW Valentine’s Party
FEBRUARY 14
AT 6:00 PM
$20 PER COUPLE $10 SINGLE LASAGNA DINNER FOR 2 KARAOKE
COCKTAIL SPECIALS
RAFFLE BASKETS
STOP IN OR CALL FOR TICKETS (860)774-0233
KILLINGLY VFW POST 4908
1035 NORTH ROAD DAYVILLE
Hosted by:
CARROLL HARRINGTON BARBER VFW POST 4908
(860) 774-0233
Location: 1035 North Road, Dayville, CT 06241
Sheri’s Famous Lasagna

Sheri’s Famous Lasagna
Valentines Weekend!
February 15th, 2025, 4pm till soldout.
Sheri’s Famous Lasagna served with salad and Famous Legion-made dressing and garlic bread.
Only $15.00!
Downstairs at 64 Main St, Southington, CT.
Members and guests are welcome for Dine-in or Takeout!
Public is welcome for Takeout only.
Hosted By:
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72
(860) 621-4243
Location: 64 Main St, Southington, CT 06489
VFW POST 7788 Family Music BINGO Night

VFW POST 7788 Family Music BINGO Night
Get ready for a night of fun! Join us for Family Fun Music Bingo every 2nd Saturday of the month from Jan 11 – May 10th, except on the 3rd Sat on Feb 15th.
From 6-8PM at
422 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT. Free for members and guests! Mark your calendars for a musical blast with the whole family!
Hosted by:
TRAVIS C. KITCHEN POST 7788 (203) 874-9982
Location: 422 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06460
Port 5 President’s Day Dinner

Port 5 President’s Day Dinner
February 17, 2025
All-American Themed Menu
MEATLOAF
FRIED CHICKEN
MASHED POTATOES
VEGGIE
SALAD
DESSERT & COFFEE
Music with DJ Ieff
$25 Members & Spouses $30 Non-Members
Sign-Up at the Bar by 2/12/2025 – Non-Refundable
Hosted by:
Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans
(203) 576-9366
Location: 69 Brewster St, Bridgeport, CT 06605
The Middlebury Historical Society Presents Rough Medicine

The Middlebury Historical Society Presents Rough Medicine
The Medicine and Surgery of the American Revolution
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
6:00 Ρ.Μ.
Join us to Hear Another Fine Presentation
Ray Sullivan, M.D. Surgeon, Author of “Breakneck“
Shepardson Community Center Auditorium
1172 Whittemore Road, Middlebury, CT
Free and Open to All No Reservations Needed
Website: https://www.MiddleburyHistoricalSociety.org/Rochambeau-Project/
Contact us: at President@MiddleburyHistoricalSociety.org
Presented by:
The Middlebury Historical Society
(203) 206-4717
Location: Shepardson Community Center
1172 Whittemore Rd Suite 1, Middlebury, CT 06762
Keeping Our Veterans Warm East Conn Ride

Keeping Our Veterans Warm East Conn Ride
Join Us For A Ride East Conn Style
Meet at VFW 630 Valley St. Willimantic Ct. Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025 11:00 AM. Ride ends at Hops 44. 625 Middle Tpke Storrs Ct.
OUR MISSION IS TO HEAT THE HOMES OF LOCAL VETERANS!
All proceeds will aid In supplying our local Veterans with Heating assistance!
Please consider making a donation If you’re able to do so!
Hosted by:
MFC Motorcycle Club
Location: VFW Willimantic
630 Valley St, Willimantic, CT 06226
Roman’s Roast Beef

Roman’s Roast Beef
February 22nd 2025, 4pm till soldout.
Roman’s Roast Beef served with Mashed Potatoes, Mushroom Gravy, Green Beans, Bread and Butter.
Only $15.00!
Downstairs at 64 Main St, Southington, CT.
Members and guests are welcome for Dine-in or Takeout!
Public is welcome for Takeout only.
Hosted By:
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72
(860) 621-4243
Location: 64 Main St, Southington, CT 06489
Vietnam Veterans Day 50th Reunion Fundraiser

Vietnam Veterans Day 50th Reunion Fundraiser
February 22, 2025
6:00 PM.
Classic Italian Pasta Dinner
Hor d’oeures
Salad
Pasta
Meatballs
Sausage/Pepper/Onion/potatoes in garlic Sauce
Arthur. Ave. Bread
Dessert
$20.00
Live Music By:
Veteran Steve Bettencourt
FOR EVENT DETAILS:
www.Vnamvet50reunion.com
Hosted by:
Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans
(203) 576-9366
Location: 69 Brewster St, Bridgeport, CT 06605
Burger & Chowder Day @ Gathering Place

Burger & Chowder Day @ Gathering Place
Handmade Steamed Cheeseburgers, lettuce,Tomato,Onion,Bacon,Pickle & Chips $7 & Corn Chowder $4, While They Last
Hosted By: Tova Harry Delia Hazel & The Gathering Place
Location: The Gathering Place, 99 East St, Wallingford, CT 06492
The Greatest Showman on Earth: P.T. Barnum

Barnum Festival Presents
“The Greatest Showman on Earth: P.T. Barnum”
An evening with Mike Allen of Amazing Tales CT.
About the Program
Discover P.T. Barnum’s career highlights and his lasting legacy in Bridgeport, where he lived during his adult years. Hear about his impact on the city and even listen to a recording of Barnum’s own voice.
About Mike Allen
Mike Allen, host of the popular Amazing Tales from Off and On Connecticut’s Beaten Path podcast, has shared over 160 stories about Connecticut’s history.
Event Details
📅 Thursday, February 27, 2025, 6:30 PM
📍 Port 5, Brewster St., Bridgeport, CT
🎟️ Tickets: $20 (Eventbrite) | Port 5 Members: $10
Food & Drink Specials
For more, visit BarnumFestival.org.
Hosted by:
Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans
(203) 576-9366
Location: 69 Brewster St, Bridgeport, CT 06605
American Infidels VMC Patch – Iversary Party

American Infidels VMC Patch – Iversary Party
MARCH 1,2025
Doors open at 5pm
EPICURE BREWING, NORWICH, CT
✔Beer
✔Music
✔Raffles
✔Food
✔Merch
AMERICAN INFIDELS
Come celebrate American Infidels Veterans Motorcycle Club, Connecticut’s 4 year patch party with some badass Veterans.
Hosted by:
American Infidels VMC
Location: Epicure Brewing
40 Franklin St,
Norwich, CT 06360
Vietnam Veterans Day Game Dinner

Vietnam Veterans Day Game Dinner
Sat. March 1st
6:00 PM
Raffles
$2.00 Beer
Donation $35.00
V.F.W. 7788
422 Naugatuck Ave. Milford Ct.
203-874 9982
FOR EVENT DETAILS
www.Vnamvet50reunion.com
Hosted by:
TRAVIS C. KITCHEN
VFW Post 7788
(203) 874-9982
Location: 422 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06460
Chili Cook-off @ The Gathering Place

Chili Cook-off @ The Gathering Place
2025 Chili Cookoff Contestant Rules
Contestants must register in advance with Maddog.
Contestant numbers will be assigned on a random basis.
Contestant tables will be assigned by number, with two contestants per 8′ table.
Contestants may enter the venue for set-up at 12:00 PM.
Each contestant must provide their own chili, serving utensils, table decorations, supplies, condiments, etc.
Each contestant must provide a crockpot, soup urn, or another container to keep their chili at the proper temperature.
Suggested amount of chili: 5 to 6 quarts per contestant.
Ingredients that may cause food allergies (such as dairy, eggs, nuts, chocolate, or shellfish) must be clearly displayed in writing.
Tasting bowls and soup spoons will be supplied by the club.
Free admission for each contestant – the $5 admission fee is waived for one entry per contestant.
Hosted By: Tova Harry Delia Hazel & MaryEllen Attardo
Location: The Gathering Place, 99 East St, Wallingford, CT 06492
Vietnam Veterans Day 50th Reunion on the Milford Green

Vietnam Veterans Day 50th Reunion on the Milford Green
Welcome Home
Saturday March 29, 2025
EVENT SCHEDULE
Ceremonies on the Green:
11:00 AM.
(Invocation, Pledge. Anthem, Music, Guest Speakers)
Migrate to Veterans Auditorium: 12:30 PM.
Special Ceremonies and Live Entertainment 1:00 Το 4:00PM.
Adjourn to City Hall for Veterans Social 4:00 PM
All Are Welcome (Event Open to the Public)
Food Available At Restraurants On the Green
Shuttle BUS service available 10:00 to 4:00 (R.R.Station-Green- Auditorium)
www.Vnamvet50reunion.com
(For Event Info.)
Sponsored by:
East Shore VFW Post 196
(203) 874-9822
Location: Milford Green
84 S Broad St,
Milford, CT 06460
Sunday Brunch @ The Gathering Place

Sunday Brunch @ The Gathering Place
$10:00 per person. Omelets cooked to your order. $7 Bloody Mary’s made by Mary herself. Everything is homemade 😋 ( except the Bacon & Sausage ) Supporting CT Veterans.
Hosted By: Tova Harry Delia Hazel & MaryEllen Attardo
Location: The Gathering Place, 99 East St, Wallingford, CT 06492
American Legion Post 68 Pasta Dinner

American Legion Post 68 Pasta Dinner
Come join us tonight at the American Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, Berlin, CT for our Pasta Dinner. 4:00-6:00pm
Spaghetti or Shells $10.00
Meatball $2.00 (or 3 for $5)
Sausage $4.00
(If you dine inside, this is ALL you can eat pasta)
BYOB or water and soda is also sold for $1.00
Spread the word and come visit us for dinner!!!
*If you don’t want to dine inside, just drive up and give us your order, we will pack it up and bring it out to you!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Thank you Berlin Stop & Shop for donating our bread each week
Hosted by:
American Legion Post 68
(860) 828-9102
Location: 154 Porters Pass, Kensington, CT 06037