CVB’S 3 April 2025 Thursday Veterans Calendar Preview of Veterans Events & Programs new this week and first appearing in the 5 April 2025 edition of CVB’s Connecticut Veterans Calendar.
The entries below offer merely a glimpse into the latest additions highlighted in the 5 April 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 3 April 2025 5:00 AM
Listed in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 5 April, 2025
Moosup American Legion Post 91 Karaoke Night Friday April 4 2025
Moosup American Legion Post 91 Karaoke Night
STARTING FRIDAY APRIL 4th 7:30. YOUR NEW HOME FOR FRIDAY NIGHT KARAOKE EVERY FRIDAY!:
GREAT MUSIC, GREAT TIME, GREAT PEOPLE, PUBLIC WELCOME
Hosted by:
Celtic Entertainment & DJ Bill
Location: MOOSUP AMERICAN LEGION POST 91
66 Prospect St,
Moosup, CT 06354
VFW Post 1523 Breakfast April 5
VFW Post 1523 Breakfast April 5
SATURDAY APRIL 5TH 2025
9 AM TO 11 AM
BREAKFAST INCLUDES
- SCRAMBLED EGGS
- SAUSAGE
- BACON
- HOMEFRIES
- TOAST
- PANCAKES
- JUICE & COFFEE
COST
$12 / PERSON
$10/ PERSON: SENIORS, STUDENTS, FIRST RESPONDERS & VETERANS
DINE IN OR TAKE OUT AVAILABLE
Hosted by:
Albert J Breault Veterans of Foreign Wars Post & Auxiliary 1523
(860) 928-9897
Location:
207 Providence St,
Putnam, CT 06260
Coffee W/ Veterans Berlin
Coffee W/ Veterans Berlin
1ST SATURDAY OF EACH ΜΟΝΤΗ
9 AM-11 AM
COME ENJOY
- FREE COFFEE
- HOT BREAKFAST
- GOOD CONVERSATIONS!
Feel free to bring ONE guest!
IF YOU NEED A RIDE PLEASE CONTACT
MO JORDAN
8602688969
AMERICANLEGIONAUXPOST68@GMAIL.COM
Hosted by:
(860) 828-9102
Location:
154 Porters Pass, Kensington, CT 06037
Backpacks for Life Donation Drive
Backpacks for Life Donation Drive
Drop Off: Saturday,April 5, 2025
9 a.m. to Noon. BFL distributes military-grade backpacks filled with daily essential items to help homeless veterans
Kit #1: Shampoo/Conditioner, Body lotion, Shaving cream, Razors (2-blade min), Deodorant, Dental floss/picks, Bar soap w/container, Toothbrush/Toothpaste.
Kit #2: Socks, Hand & Foot warmers, Gloves, Watch Cap, Rain Poncho, Gallon-size storage bags.
Kit #3: Nail clipper, Lip balm, Hairbrush/Comb, Notebook & pens, Mini flashlight w/batteries, Small First Aid Kit, Gift cards ($10-$25 food/gas).
Gallon-size storage bags needed for assembly.
Monetary donations: $50 per kit, $100 per backpack. Checks: “Backpacks for Life” or Venmo “@backpacksforlife”. EIN 47-1281873, BFL is a 501(c)3.
Contact: jamie@backpacksforlife.org, 860-985-2064, www.backpacksforlife.org.
Questions: Contact Ava at ava.abruzzese@uconn.edu
for more information on the list of daily essential items needed
Sponsored by:
UConn Catholic Center Students
Location: The Catholic Center@Storrs 46 N Eagleville Rd,
Storrs, CT 06268
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 Saturday Night Dinner 5 April 2025
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72 Saturday Night Dinner
Saturday, April 5, 2025,
4pm till sold out.
- Phil’s Pork Loin
- Apple-Cranberry Stuffing
- Apple Cider Cream Sauce
- Roasted Potatoes
- Veggies and a Roll!
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.
All dinners are subject to change.
Hosted by:
American Legion Kiltonic Post 72
(860) 621-4243
Location: 64 Main St,
Southington, CT 06489
VFW Post 5095 Sunday Breakfast Buffet
VFW Post 5095 Sunday Breakfast Buffet
Sunday April 6th 10am-1pm
Bar open for Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas
ALL YOU CAN EAT!
Adults =$20
Seniors 65+ = $15
Kids 10+ = $15
Kids under 10 = FREE
Your favorite breakfast items with a mix of lunch. This Spring Sunday brunch will have homemade bread as a special treat. Spread the word!
Hosted by:
(860) 267-8837
Location:
20 N Maple St,
East Hampton, CT 06424
Veteran of the Month Flag Raising Ceremony April 2025
Veteran of the Month Flag Raising Ceremony April 2025
For more than 30 years, the American Legion in Norwalk has honored a deceased veteran on the first Sunday of each month from April through December. This is a free event and is appropriate for all ages. Reception to follow. This month’s honoree is George Strolin, U.S. Army.
Hosted by: Frank C Godfrey American Legion Post 12
(203) 866-8249
Location: 60 County St,
Norwalk, CT 06851
Surfside Veterans Beach Cleanup
Surfside Veterans Beach Cleanup
April 12 10AM
Rain Date 4/17
HELP US TO KEEP THE BEACH FREE OF WASTE
Sign up by email
Sponsored by:
Hosted by:
(860) 710-1833
Location:
Savin Rock Trail,
West Haven, CT 06516
VFW 7788 Monthly Music BINGO
VFW 7788 Monthly Music BINGO
Monthly Music Bingo on Sat Apr 12 at 6PM.
Music bingo is a fun, interactive game where players listen to short music clips and mark off corresponding song titles/artists on their bingo cards, aiming to complete a row or the entire card to win.
Hosted by: TRAVIS C. KITCHEN VFW POST 7788
(203) 874-9982
Location: 422 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06460
SPRING FLING DANCE PARTY WITH DJ 128
SPRING FLING DANCE PARTY WITH DJ 128
Sat April 19th
7:00 pm -Close
You loved DJ 128 at the Disco Dance so we invited him BACK!
Call the post to reserve your table for up to 8 for $50. $10 tickets available at the door. Proceeds to benefit the hall upgrade fund.
Bring your own food or baskets of snacks available for a donation.
NO OUTSIDE BEVERAGES ALLOWED
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Hosted by: VFW Post 5095
(860) 267-8837
Location: 20 N Maple St, East Hampton, CT 06424
VFW Post & Auxiliary 1523 Free Easter Breakfast
VFW Post & Auxiliary 1523 Free Easter Breakfast
SUNDAY, APRIL 20,
Breakfast 9:00-11:00 AM
Menu:
- Scrambled eggs
- Sausage
- Bacon
- Ham
- Homefries
- Toast
- Pancakes
- Juice
- Coffee
Dine-in or takeout available!
Bring your family and friends for a hearty meal and a great time. We look forward to seeing you there!
Hunts Start at 11:15 AM
Please Bring Your Own Basket
Egg Hunts for
ages: 2-5
ages: 6-8
ages: 9-12
Hosted by:
Albert J Breault Veterans of Foreign Wars Post & Auxiliary 1523
(860) 928-9897
Location:
207 Providence St,
Putnam, CT 06260
THE PORT 5 MEN’S AUX MONDAY NIGHT DINNER
THE PORT 5 MEN’S AUX MONDAY NIGHT DINNER
APRIL 21ST – 6:00PM
THE PORT 5 MEN’S AUX IS HOSTING MONDAY NIGHT DINNER
ROASTED PORK LOIN
VEGETABLES SALAD/ROLLS
DESSERT/COFFEE
* $20.00 PER PERSON
ADVANCE PAYMENT AND SIGN UP
LAST DAY TO SIGN UP IS 04/17
SEE BARTENDER FOR DETAILS NON-REFUNDABLE
Hosted by:
Location: 69 Brewster St, Bridgeport, CT 06605
Yale Veterans Network End of Year BBQ
Yale Veterans Network End of Year BBQ
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs and Yale Veterans Network will be hosting an End of the Year BBQ on April 23rd, 2025, from 4:30pm to 6:00pm in the courtyard outside 35 Broadway. Join us for some good food, games, and fellowship!
Friends or members of the VetMil community are welcome!Food Provided
Register Click Here
Presented by:
Location:
The Courtyard Outside
35 Broadway,
New Haven, CT 06511
Connecticut Hurricanes Veterans Appreciation Concert
Connecticut Hurricanes Veterans Appreciation Concert
📅 April 26, 2025 | 6:00 PM
🎟 $10 Admission | Tickets: www.cthurricanes.org/vets-concert
🍔 Jimmy’s Place food truck on site
🎶 Performers:
Connecticut Hurricanes, Connecticut Alumni, Skyliners Alumni, Mag Brass, Valley Thunder, North Star Alumni, СМСС Warriors, Boston Crusaders Alumni, Bridgemen Alumni
📦 Bring a non-perishable item for the Seymour/Oxford Food Bank
Hosted by: Emil Senger American Legion Post 10 & VFW Post 12084
Presented by:
Location: Seymour Middle School, 211 Mountain Rd, Seymour, CT 06483
Norwalk Card Show April 27 2025
Norwalk Card Show
Sunday, April 27th,
The Norwalk Card Show will be at American Legion Post 12 in Norwalk! Vendors, the tables sell out fast!! Call or e-mail at 914-316-2550 or norwalkcardshow@gmail.com. Please share! See you there!
Hosted by: Frank C Godfrey American Legion Post 12 (203) 866-8249
Location: 60 County St, Norwalk, CT 06851
VFW Post 1523 Sunday Monster Meat Raffle 27 April
VFW Post 1523 Sunday Monster Meat Raffle
Join Us for the Monster Meat Raffle!
📅 Date: Sunday, April 27th, 2025
⏰ Canteen Opens: Noon
🎟️ First Drawing: 2 PM
Our Monster Meat Raffle is back! Bring your friends, family, and your lucky charm for a chance to win some mouth-watering meat prizes. 🍖🥩
$1 Per Ticket
$5.00/6 Tickets
$10.00/12 Tickets
+50/50 RAFFLE
Come early, grab a drink, and enjoy the camaraderie. The canteen opens at noon, so there’s plenty of time to settle in before the excitement kicks off at 2 PM with the first drawing.
Steak your claim and don’t miss out on the fun, food, and fantastic prizes! See you there!
Hosted by:
Albert J Breault Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1523
(860) 928-9897
Location:
207 Providence St,
Putnam, CT 06260
VFW Day of Service
VFW Day of Service
SATURDAY MAY 3, 2025
HOURS: 10:00 – 16:00
JOIN VFW DAY OF SERVICE
Veteran-led community service events kick off May 3, 2025.
GET INVOLVED NOW
-DAY-OF-SERVICE
GOT SOME FREE TIME? COME JOIN VFW POST 10004 FOR A DAY OF SERVICE HELP US TO RESTORE A NEGLECTED LOCAL CEMETERY IN JEWETT CITY CT WHERE SOME OF OUR VETERANS HAVE BEEN LAID TO REST
LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED
PLEASE CONTACT CHRIS TO HELP OR TO GET ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
CHRIS JANES: 732-642-2489
Hosted by: Jewett City VFW Post 10004
Location: Jewett City. More information available by contacting Chris Janes
2ND ANNUAL SCRAMBLE Golf Tournament
2ND ANNUAL SCRAMBLE Golf Tournament
Time Schedule
8 am- Driving Range Opens
08:30- 09:30- Check in
10am- Shotgun Tee off.
$175.00 per Golfer
$150 Early Bird Special AVAILABLE UNTIL 3/1/2025
(144 Maximum Golfers)
Golfer registration includes: 18 holes of golf, cart rental, hot lunch, swag bag, and ticket to the banquet dinner.
First Come, First Serve
**Lunch/ Dinner Provided**
50/50 raffle & Raffle Prizes
MANY On- Course Games & Contests!
Register Click Here
Presented by:
Thin Line Peer Support Team, Inc. & Honor Wellness Center, Inc.
Location:
Wheeler Family Traditions Golf Club 37 Harrison Rd.
Wallingford, CT 06492
The 60-16 Veterans Awareness Project MILITARY APPRECIATION Night
The 60-16 Veterans Awareness Project MILITARY APPRECIATION Night
Friday, May 16, 2025
Doors open at 1600 hours
Drive Time Party Band starts at 1700
HOG TIED BBQ will be on site for chow.
As always this is a free event but we will be accepting donations at the door. 100% of all proceeds go to support local Veterans in need.
Hosted by:
The 60-16 Veterans Awareness Project
Location:
107 Main Street,
Broad Brook, CT 06016
Avon VFW Concert Benefit
Avon VFW Concert Benefit (no link)
Date: Sunday May 18, 2025
Time: 2-4 PM
Proceeds to benefit Avon VFW Post 3272 as we continue to provide essential support for our community’s Afghan refugee family, the Tarins.
Come and meet the family, learn how their first year in America has gone, and enjoy the New Orleans style jazz music of Tenpenny Bounce!
Free will offering ($10 suggested)
Hosted by:
(860) 331-9798
Location:
Avon Sycamore Hill Senior Center
635 West Avon Road
Avon, CT 06001
Live Pro Wrestling at The Gathering Place
Live Pro Wrestling at The Gathering Place
Saturday June 28, 2025
6:00 PM Doors Open
Belltime 6:30 PM
Rain Date July 19
General Admission
$20
Veterans and Military $15
Children 7 and under Free
Proceeds will assist CT Veterans in need.
Hosted by:
Valhalla MC Connecticut
& Tova Harry Delia Hazel (AKA Maddog)
Location:
99 East St,
Wallingford, CT 06492
Valhalla MC Connecticut Shotgun Raffle
Valhalla MC Connecticut Shotgun Raffle
Pro Bullpup Pump – Distressed Red
- Experience the perfect blend of compactness, comfort, and firepower with the Pro Bullpup Pump in Distressed Red.
- 12 Gauge with reliable cycling for both light and heavy loads
- 18.5” barrel, 28” overall length for a compact yet powerful design
- Barrel shroud for added protection
- Ambidextrous safety & magazine release for ease of use
- Black synthetic Black Aces Tactical forward grip included
- Magazine-fed, compatible with 1919 mags & drums
- Includes two (2) 5-round magazines & three (3) chokes
- Legal in all 50 states
Get Your Ticket for a Chance to Win!
- Drawing Date: August 9th at 14:00 during the Pig Roast
- Tickets: $20 each or 6 for $100
- Must have a valid CT gun permit to purchase
All proceeds go to support veterans and their families.
Hosted by:
Valhalla MC Connecticut,
Tova Harry Delia Hazel (AKA Maddog) & James Greco
Location: The Gathering Place
99 East St,
Wallingford, CT 06492
