In this week’s Thursday Preview, we spotlight the latest additions to our Veterans Calendar for the upcoming Saturday, 7 March 2026 Edition. These events and programs are thoughtfully curated to support and engage Connecticut’s veteran community.
This Thursday, CVB preview commemorates the 251st anniversary of the Boston Massacre, reflecting on the events of 5 March 1770 that shaped American history. Veterans and their families are invited to mark the occasion while exploring 17 veteran-focused events across Connecticut this week.
Thursday Preview Highlights
Plainfield VFW Friday Karaoke Night – 6 March, 8 PM, 7 Winsor Ave, Plainfield, CT, 860-564-5446
Plainfield VFW Trivia Night with Jimmy Lehn – 7 March, 6–8 PM, cash prizes and food available
American Legion Post 113 St. Patrick’s Day Dinner – 14 March, 1–6 PM, corn beef, cabbage, red potatoes, soda bread, $20/plate
Community Veteran Breakfast – Open to all veterans
Veteran Workshop: Job Readiness – Resume building and interview prep
Historical Tour: Colonial Connecticut Sites – Veterans and families welcome
VFW Fundraiser Bingo Night – Proceeds support veteran programs
Veteran Support Group Meeting – Peer support and resources
Volunteer Opportunity: Homeless Veteran Assistance – Hands-on service project
Connecticut Veteran Outreach Program Info Session – Learn about statewide services
Community Networking Event for Veterans – Connect with local veteran organizations
Health and Wellness Workshop for Veterans – Fitness, nutrition, and mental health focus
Veteran Recognition Ceremony – Honoring local veterans for service and community impact
CT Veteran Art Exhibit Opening – Featuring veteran artists from across the state
Fundraiser for Veteran Family Assistance – Silent auction and raffle, all proceeds benefit CT veterans
Educational Seminar: VA Benefits and Claims – Detailed guidance from experts
Local Military History Presentation – Learn about Connecticut’s role in key historical events
CVB encourages veterans and families to participate in these events, reflecting on history while engaging with the community through social, educational, and support-focused activities.
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 5 March 2026 5:00 AM
Included in the Connecticut Veterans Calendar on ctvetsbulletin.org for Saturday, 7 March 2026
Events are in order by date
Plainfield VFW Friday Karaoke Night
Next Recurrence Friday 6 March 2026
Plainfield VFW Friday Karaoke Night
Every Friday
8:00PM
ALL ARE WELCOME
860-564-5446
Presented by: Plainfield VFW (860) 564-5446
Location: 7 Winsor Ave,
Plainfield, CT 06374
Plainfield VFW Presents Trivia Night With Jimmy Lehn
Plainfield VFW Presents Trivia Night With Jimmy Lehn
SATURDAY March 7, 2026
6 PM-8 PM
FREE TO PLAY
TRIVIA NIGHT WITH
- CASH PRIZES
- Cash bar
food available for purchase
Presented by: Plainfield VFW (860) 564-5446
Location:
7 Winsor Ave,
Plainfield, CT 06374
Waterbury – Naugatuck VFW Post 201 Annual St. Patrick’s Day Corn Beef Dinner
Waterbury – Naugatuck VFW Post 201 Annual St. Patrick’s Day Corn Beef Dinner
Saturday, March 14, 2026 1:00PM
In which the gang boils up a ton of brisket & cabbage and has everyone over (for $10 a sandwich and $20 a dinner) to celebrate St Paddy ridding Eire of all the snakes. Sláinte!
Hosted By: Wheeler – Young VFW Post 201 (203) 754-0738
Location: 2205 Baldwin St, Waterbury, CT 06706
American Legion Post 113 St. Paddy’s Day Dinner
American Legion Post 113 St. Paddy’s Day Dinner
Saturday March 14th from 1pm to 6pm.
You guessed it: CORN BEEF, CABBAGE, RED POTATOES,
AND BOILED CARROTS. With soda bread or hearty rye. So come
on down and get your IRISH on.
$20.00 a plate. Thank You,GUY
Hosted by: American Legion Faulk-Marcoloni-Newman Post 113 (860) 388-9482
Location:
80 Essex Rd,
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
VFW Post 10060 ST Paddy’s Day Corned Beef Dinner
VFW Post 10060 ST Paddy’s Day Corned Beef Dinner
Saturday
March 14, 2026
Dinners beginning at 1:00PM Until Gone
$12 Donations
Take Out Available
- Raffles
- Prizes
- Giveaways
Hosted by:
(860) 848-3750
Location:
91 Raymond Hill Rd, Uncasville, CT 06382
American Legion Post 128 St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner
American Legion Post 128 St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner
March 14, 2026
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Donation: Adults – $15.00 Under 10 – $7.50
Under 5 – Free
EAT IN OR TAKE OUT
Consider bringing a non-perishable food item
Hosted by: American Legion Turner-Tinker Post 128
(860) 739-9360
Location:
16 York Ave, Niantic, CT 06357
American Legion Montville Comedy Show
American Legion Montville Comedy Show
Saturday
March 14, 2026
5 PM
Uncensored Comedy.
Karaoke Starts at 7 PM.
Early Tickets $25
At the door $30
Dinner Included
Hosted by: American Legion Post 112 Montville
(860) 848-1393
Location: 89 Pink Row, Uncasville, CT 06382
Bad Saints St. Patrick’s Day Bash At Port 5
Bad Saints St. Patrick’s Day Bash At Port 5
Sunday
March 15, 2026
2:00 – 6:00 PM
Feeling lucky?…’cuz we do! Join Bad Saints on Sunday, March 15th at Port 5’s St.Patrick’s Day Bash in Bridgeport, as we bring you nothin’ but your favorite hits for a celebration that’s sure to be your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! Come dance, rock out and enjoy food & drinks that are good for your heart, soul, & wallet! The party is from 2:00-6:00 PM and is open to the public, so come on down! We hope to see you all there. Sláinte! 🍻🍀🌈💚💛
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Hosted by: Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans (203) 576-9366
Location:
69 Brewster St,
Bridgeport, CT 06605
ST. PATRICK’S DAY GRAND PARADE CELEBRATION
ST. PATRICK’S DAY GRAND PARADE CELEBRATION
MARCH 17 8:00AM and all day.
ON THE PARADE ROUTE 40 ALFRED STREET ♦️ BLACK ROCK
JOIN US FOR A JAM-PACKED DAY!
♦️MORNING KICK-OFF♦️
Breakfast Sandwiches
8:00 AM-10:30 AM
FESTIVE DRINK SPECIALS
Featuring the Famous
“THE MCBERGIN”
THE PARADE Steps Off at NOON!
♦️IRISH CLASSICS ♦️
Corned Beef Sandwiches Lunch & Dinner. While Supplies Last
ALL-DAY FESTIVITIES
Pipers, Live Music, Desserts, Irish Cheer & Fun
PLEASE NOTE: CASH ONLY
NO ATM ON PREMISES
COME EARLY, STAY ALL DAY, CELEBRATE IRISH STYLE
Sláinte!
Note: Alfred St and surrounding streets will close early for parade, plan accordingly..
Hosted by:
Catholic War Veterans Lt Raymond J. Bower Post 1466 & Auxiliary (203) 333-9708
Location:
40 Alfred St,
Bridgeport, CT 06605
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser For American Legion Corcoran-Sundquist Post 83
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser For American Legion Corcoran-Sundquist Post 83
Sunday,
March 22, 2026
8AM – 11AM
Adults – $15
Children 12 & Under – $5
Reservations:
Call or text Ray Ingraham at 203-627-3022 to reserve spots.
Hosted by:
American Legion Post 83 (203) 315-0068
Location: 243 N Main St, Branford, CT 06405
American Legion Post 22 Music BINGO
American Legion Post 22 Music BINGO
Friday, March 27, 2026
7 pm – 9 pm
$5.00 per person
- Bring your own snacks!
- Cash bar available
- Prizes
Hosted by:
American Legion Clifford R French Post 22
(860) 283-9009
Location:
211 Elm St.
Thomaston, CT 06787
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 196 Annual Brunch
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 196 Annual Brunch
March 29, 2026
11:30am-1:30pm
ADULTS-$20.00
CHILDREN UNDER 10- $5.00
PLEASE SEE THE BARTENDER FOR TICKETS
LIMITED TICKETS – PLEASE GET THEM IN ADVANCE
DRINK SPECIALS
BLOODY MARYS AND MIMOSAS – $3.00
SPRING BASKET RAFFLE AVAILABLE
Hosted by:
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 196 (203) 874-9822
Location: 25 Merwin Ave, Milford, CT 06460
Puerto Vallarta Fundraiser For American Legion District 1
Puerto Vallarta Fundraiser For American Legion District 1
Tuesday
April 7, 2026
3:00 PM to close
A percentage of Food and Beverage proceeds will be donated to American Legion District 1
Hosted by: Puerto Vallarta Southington (860) 609-9326
Location: 826 Queen St, Southington, CT 06489
Backpacks For Life To Help Homeless Veterans
Backpacks For Life To Help Homeless Veterans
Donation Drive Saturday,
April 11, 2026. 9 a.m. to Noon
BFL distributes backpacks filled with daily essential items to help homeless veterans.
Support homeless veterans by contributing to Backpacks for Life, a nonprofit that has distributed more than 13,000 backpacks to veterans in 33 states, providing essential supplies and hope during reintegration to civilian life.
Drive-up donations will be accepted April 11th during scheduled times at UConn.
Please support or share this important annual effort to help veterans in need.
Contact Ava Abruzzese at ava.abruzzese@uconn.edu for more information or to get a list of necessary daily essential items.
Monetary donations accepted: Checks payable to “Backpacks for Life” or Venmo “@backpacksforlife”
Sponsored by: UConn Catholic Center Students
Location: The Catholic Center @ Storrs, 46 N Eagleville Rd,
Storrs, CT 06268
MFC MC Breakout Ride To The Alamo
MFC MC Breakout Ride To The Alamo
Saturday
April 18, 2026
Meet Up 9:30 AM
KSU 10:00 AM
Destination, The Alamo Texas BBQ and Tequila Bar Brookline NH
99 RTE. 13,
Brookline, NH 03033
Hosted by:
Location: Meet Up at Willimantic VFW Post 1724
630 Valley St,
Willimantic, CT 06226
Destination:99 RTE. 13, Brookline, NH 03033
Raymour and Flanagan BINGO Fundraiser For American Legion May-Davis Stotzer Post 117
Raymour and Flanagan BINGO Fundraiser For American Legion May-Davis Stotzer Post 117
Friday, April 24, 2026
5:30PM to 7:30PM
Fundraiser to benefit American Legion May-Davis Stotzer Post 117
- Food
- Prizes
- Fun
RSVP Call 860-606-0216 or email
Hosted by: Raymour and Flanagan Newington (860) 665-9732
Location: 3375 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT 06111
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 195 Spring Craft Fair
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 195 Spring Craft Fair
May 2, 2026 10 – 3pm
Come Enjoy Shopping with over 15 top Notch Vendors!
If you’re a Vendor and would like to rent a table or two please contact Darlene or Chris. Our # is on the flyer. We are a nonprofit organization. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Vendor Coordinator:
Darlene: 203-528-1864
Chris: 203-217-7783
Hosted by:
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 195 (860) 274-1035
Location:
62 Bunker Hill Rd
Watertown, CT 06795
Steve Curran Veterans Memorial Day Appreciation Outing
Steve Curran Veterans Memorial Day Appreciation Outing
Saturday, May 23, 2026
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Join us for the Steve Curran Veterans’ Memorial Day Appreciation Outing!
AFSCME Council 4 is proud to honor our veterans at this special Memorial Day event in loving memory of Steve Curran.
Enjoy an afternoon of remembrance, appreciation, and community as we come together to recognize those who have served. This event will take place rain or shine.
Hosted by:
860-224-4000
Location:
200 Walnut Grove Rd.
Middletown, CT 06457
