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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T180000
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SUMMARY:VFW Post 9460 Annual Bash
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfw-post-9460-annual-bash/
LOCATION:VFW 9460 Stratford\, 100 Veterans Blvd\, Stratford\, CT\, 06615\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T120000
DTSTAMP:20250709T143535Z
CREATED:20250709T143535Z
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SUMMARY:VFWCT4 District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:July 19th\, District meeting Post 4908 East Killingly – Saturday 11 am and then picnic – casual. All VFW members are invited.
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct4-july2025-meeting/
LOCATION:VFW 4908 East Killingly\, 1035 North Road\, East Killingly\, CT\, 06243\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T170000
DTSTAMP:20250716T033930Z
CREATED:20250710T015309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T033930Z
UID:10000126-1752940800-1752944400@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFW & Auxiliary District 3 Summer Picnic
DESCRIPTION:DISTRICT MEMBERS ONLY PLEASE \nYou are invited to the VFW & Auxiliary District 3 Summer Picnic and brief first meetings for the 2025-2026 year!! \nSaturday\, July 19th beginning at 4pm Home of Lee and Terri Wilson \nWe can tent our backyard so light rain is OK. \n(HEAVY RAINDATE – Saturday\, July 26th at 4pm) \nThanks to a donation by a VFW member\, burgers\, hot dogs and veggie options will be provided. Please bring a salad\, side or dessert to share. BYOB! \nIce\, water and soda will be provided. Bring significant other for this friendly event. \nRSVP by JULY 9th to receive directions and parking info: cmd @ vfwctdistrict3.org or 860-798-3562
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct3-picnic/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:CTEvents
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T235959
DTSTAMP:20250330T005825Z
CREATED:20250118T163206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T005825Z
UID:10000069-1754697600-1755129599@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFW National Convention\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, thousands of VFW and Auxiliary delegates gather to represent the organization’s more than 1.4 million combined membership at the weeklong VFW National Convention. While there\, our mission is to approve new national priorities to guide our organization as we lobby Congress on issues important to the nation’s veterans\, service members and their families. \nConvention delegates also elect new leadership\, as well as recognize prominent individuals and organizations for their support of veterans and military personnel.
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfw-national-convention-2025/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:VFWCT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T120000
DTSTAMP:20250330T005621Z
CREATED:20250329T195045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T005621Z
UID:10000094-1755943200-1755950400@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:Council of Administration\, August 2025
DESCRIPTION:Uniform: VFW Casual (VFW polo & khaki slacks). \n  \n\nAdministration of Affairs Between Conventions. \nThe Department Council of Administration shall be responsible for administering the affairs and transacting the business of the Department between Department Conventions. The Council shall be governed in its duties by the mandates of the National Convention\, the Congressional Charter\, Bylaws\, Manual of Procedure\, Ritual and laws and usages of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States as well as by the mandates of the Department Convention\, Charter and Bylaws. \n 
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/council-of-administration-august-2025/
LOCATION:VFW 10201 Brookfield\, 202 Candlewood Lake Rd\, Brookfield\, CT\, 06804\, United States
CATEGORIES:COA,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T160000
DTSTAMP:20250709T201857Z
CREATED:20250709T201857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T201857Z
UID:10000123-1757160000-1757174400@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:Lobster And Steak Bake
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS ONLY AVAILABLE AT THE POST; Limited Tickets Available; No tickets at the door.\nMusic by RBR B Reaney Blues
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/lobster-and-steak-bake/
LOCATION:VFW 6851 Canaan\, 104 South Canaan Rd\, Canaan\, CT
CATEGORIES:CTEvents
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T140000
DTSTAMP:20250805T034044Z
CREATED:20250329T203514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T034044Z
UID:10000095-1757239200-1757253600@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT Schools of Instruction (SOI) 2025
DESCRIPTION:Vital training for Post Commanders\, Quartermasters\, Adjutants\, and VFW Recruiters. \nPrograms • Reporting • Membership • Updates \nPig Roast Lunch for attendees after training. \n \n\n\n       \n   \n\n       Powered by SimpleTix
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct-schools-of-instruction-soi-2025/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:CTEvents,VFWCT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T180000
DTSTAMP:20250729T235723Z
CREATED:20250329T205936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T235723Z
UID:10000096-1759672800-1759687200@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT Testimonial 2025
DESCRIPTION:TESTIMONIAL DINNER\nHonoring Commander Charles M. Pickett and President Cheryl Costello-Pelkey\nSUNDAY\, OCT. 5\, 2025\nTBD: Aqua Turf Club\n2 PM CASH-BAR RECEPTION\n3 PM FAMILY-STYLE DINNER WITH TWO ENTRÉES\n$70 PER PERSON\n\nSemi-formal attire | medals encouraged\nDinner of roasted & hand-sliced sirloin and chicken marsala is served with fresh baked rolls\, house garden salad\, penne Bolognese\, vegetable\, potato & dessert. Coffee service and carafes of soda are also included during dinner\nAqua Turf Club\, 556 Mulberry Street\nPlantsville\, CT 06479\nTables of 10 available for $700\nSales end Oct. 1\, 2025\n\nORDER TICKETS ON SIMPLETIX\n \n\n\n       \n   \n\n       Powered by SimpleTix
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct-testimonial-2025/
LOCATION:Aqua Turf Club\, 556 Mulberry St\, Plantsville\, CT\, 06479\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTEvents,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T180000
DTSTAMP:20250925T043348Z
CREATED:20250915T025947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T043348Z
UID:10000143-1760526000-1760551200@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:Fall Classic Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the VFW Connecticut Fall Classic Golf Tournament on October 15\, 2025\, at the stunning Lyman Orchards Golf Club. Play on the 18-hole\, Gary Player Signature Course and help us support a great cause. \nPURCHASE TICKETS ON ZEFFY: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/vfw-connecticut-fall-classic-golf-tournament \nYour all-inclusive ticket covers:\n\nAccess to the driving range and putting green\nBox lunch and dinner\nGreen fees and cart\nA 6-inch Lyman Apple Pie\nPrizes\n\nEvent Schedule:\n\n11 AM: Registration\n12 PM: Golf (Scramble\, 4-person teams)\n5 PM: Dinner\n\nAll proceeds benefit the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Connecticut (VFWCT.org)\, the state’s chapter of America’s oldest and largest war veterans service organization. As an IRS 501(c)(19) nonprofit\, contributions are tax-deductible (EIN: 06-0575598). \nSponsorships\nInterested in sponsoring? Contact Chairman Dick Mason at dickmasonus @yahoo.com or 724-554-9439 for more details. \nVFWCT 2025 Fall Classic Golf Brochure.PDF
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfw-connecticut-fall-classic-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Lyman Orchards Golf Club\, 70 Lyman Rd\, Middlefield\, CT\, 06455\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTEvents
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20251016T193715Z
CREATED:20251016T193715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T193715Z
UID:10000178-1760641200-1760644800@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT6 District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct6-district-meeting/
LOCATION:VFW 9918 Clinton\, 82 West Main St.\, Clinton\, CT\, 06413\, United States
CATEGORIES:VFWCT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T210000
DTSTAMP:20250330T005359Z
CREATED:20250330T005359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250330T005359Z
UID:10000097-1761678000-1761685200@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT Council of Administration\, Oct. 2025
DESCRIPTION:Uniform: VFW Casual (VFW polo & khaki slacks). \nDinner at 6:00 p.m.; meeting at 7:00 p.m. \n  \n\nAdministration of Affairs Between Conventions. \nThe Department Council of Administration shall be responsible for administering the affairs and transacting the business of the Department between Department Conventions. The Council shall be governed in its duties by the mandates of the National Convention\, the Congressional Charter\, Bylaws\, Manual of Procedure\, Ritual and laws and usages of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States as well as by the mandates of the Department Convention\, Charter and Bylaws. \n 
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct-council-of-administration-oct-2025/
LOCATION:VFW 10004 Jewett City\, 263 Taylor Road\, Jewett City\, CT\, 06351\, United States
CATEGORIES:COA,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T110000
DTSTAMP:20251114T032251Z
CREATED:20251114T032251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T032251Z
UID:10000188-1763200800-1763204400@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT1 District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:1 11/15/2025 10:00 AM 399 Westport Polo- Social Hour 9AM (Coffee etc)
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct1-district-meeting/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:VFWCT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T210000
DTSTAMP:20251114T032720Z
CREATED:20251114T032601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T032720Z
UID:10000191-1763665200-1763672400@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT6 District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:6 11/20/2025 7:00 PM 10153 Old Saybrook
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct6-district-meeting-2/
LOCATION:VFW 10153 Old Saybrook\, Old Saybrook\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:VFWCT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T200000
DTSTAMP:20251118T003224Z
CREATED:20251114T032518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T003224Z
UID:10000190-1763751600-1763755200@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT5 District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:5 * 11/21/2025 7:00 PM 1672 New Milford Commanders Shirt-dinner at 6:00pm \nDepartment of Connecticut Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States District meeting.
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct5-district-meeting-2/
LOCATION:VFW 1672 New Milford\, 11 Avery Rd\, New Milford\, CT\, 06776\, United States
CATEGORIES:VFWCT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20251118T002648Z
CREATED:20251114T033018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T002648Z
UID:10000193-1765116000-1765123200@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT2 Voice of Democracy & Patriots Pen Holiday Banquet
DESCRIPTION:2 12/7/2025 2:00 PM 201 Waterbury Business attire\, VOID/PP Banquet \nDepartment of Connecticut Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States District meeting and District Voice of Democracy and Patriot’s Pen Scholarship Awards Banquet.
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct2-district-meeting-voice-of-democracy-patriots-pen-holiday-banquet/
LOCATION:VFW 201 Waterbury\, 2205 Baldwin Street\, Waterbury\, CT\, 06706\, United States
CATEGORIES:VFWCT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T120000
DTSTAMP:20251114T033201Z
CREATED:20251114T033139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T033201Z
UID:10000194-1765623600-1765627200@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT4 District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:4 12/13/2025 11:00 AM 1265 Pawcatuck Commanders Shirt / Noon Lunch
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct4-district-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Harley P. Chase VFW Post 1265\, 160 South Broad Street\, Pawcatuck\, CT\, 06379\, United States
CATEGORIES:VFWCT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T110000
DTSTAMP:20251114T032842Z
CREATED:20251114T032842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T032842Z
UID:10000192-1766224800-1766228400@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT1 District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:1 12/20/2025 10:00 AM 9460 Stratford Polo- Social Hour 9AM (Coffee etc)
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct1-district-meeting-2/
LOCATION:VFW 9460 Stratford\, 100 Veterans Blvd\, Stratford\, CT\, 06615\, United States
CATEGORIES:VFWCT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251227T120000
DTSTAMP:20251222T012113Z
CREATED:20250329T211130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T012113Z
UID:10000098-1766829600-1766836800@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT Council of Administration\, Dec. 2025
DESCRIPTION:VFWCT Council of Administration\, Dec. 2025 \nUniform: VFW Casual (VFW polo & khaki slacks). \nThe VFW Connecticut Council of Administration (CoA) meeting will be held on Saturday\, December 27\, 2025\, at 10:00 a.m. at VFW Post 9460 in Stratford. Uniform is officer polo and khakis. Coffee will be provided. \nVIP GUEST: Peter J. Mascetti\, from the Department of Europe and candidate for VFW Junior Vice Commander-In-Chief 2029-2030\, asked to attend our meeting and address the VFWCT CoA members. \nThe Department is preparing for a National inspection in early April\, so expect to consider revisions to the SOP and similar documents. \nNOTE: The February CoA meeting has been moved up a week to Saturday\, Feb. 21\, 2026 (10 a.m. at VFW 1672 New Milford; thank you VFWCT1 for canceling your meeting): \nFOOD: There will be bacon egg and cheese\, sausage egg and cheese and egg and cheese sandwich made to order for the meeting. Service starts at at 9:30 and coffee will be available all at no cost. \n  \n  \n  \n\nAdministration of Affairs Between Conventions. \nThe Department Council of Administration shall be responsible for administering the affairs and transacting the business of the Department between Department Conventions. The Council shall be governed in its duties by the mandates of the National Convention\, the Congressional Charter\, Bylaws\, Manual of Procedure\, Ritual and laws and usages of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States as well as by the mandates of the Department Convention\, Charter and Bylaws.
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct-council-of-administration-dec-2025/
LOCATION:VFW 9460 Stratford\, 100 Veterans Blvd\, Stratford\, CT\, 06615\, United States
CATEGORIES:COA,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T160000
DTSTAMP:20251102T170030Z
CREATED:20251013T175016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T170030Z
UID:10000175-1768132800-1768147200@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFW Connecticut & Auxiliary Scholarship Awards Dinner\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:🇺🇸 Celebrate the state winners of the Voice of Democracy\, Patriot’s Pen\, and Teacher of the Year contests at the 55th Annual VFW Department of Connecticut & Auxiliary Scholarship Awards Dinner.\nPURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AT (Zeffy) or mail the form below: \nSunday\, January 11\, 2026 | 12 PM \nAqua Turf Club\, Glass Room \n556 Mulberry Street\, Plantsville\, CT 06479 \n\nTickets: $45. Sales end January 8\, 2026. Tables of 10 available for $450.\nAttire: Semi-Formal | Blues & Grays.\nMenu: Roast beef is served family-style with fresh baked rolls\, house garden salad\, penne Bolognese\, vegetable\, potato & dessert. Coffee service and carafes of soda are also included.\nDinner time is 12:30 p.m. sharp!
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/awards-dinner-2026/
LOCATION:Aqua Turf Club\, 556 Mulberry St\, Plantsville\, CT\, 06479\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTEvents,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T200000
DTSTAMP:20251226T164704Z
CREATED:20251226T164704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T164704Z
UID:10000208-1768590000-1768593600@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT6 District Meeting Jan. 2026
DESCRIPTION:6\n1/16/2026\n7:00 PM\n583\nMiddletown\n*Date Change\n\n\n\nGreater Middletown Military Museum \n200 Walnut Grove Road Middletown\, CT 06457 860-788-7215 gmvmm-info@comcast.ne
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct6-district-meeting-jan2026/
LOCATION:Greater Middletown Military Museum\, 200 Walnut Grove Road\, Middletown\, CT\, 06457\, United States
CATEGORIES:VFWCT
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20251222T011845Z
CREATED:20250329T212227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T011845Z
UID:10000099-1771668000-1771675200@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT Council of Administration\, Feb. 2026
DESCRIPTION:MEETING DATE MOVED ONE WEEK PRIOR TO FEB. 21\, 2026. \nVFWCT Council of Administration\, Feb. 2026 \nUniform: VFW Casual (VFW polo & khaki slacks). \n  \n\nAdministration of Affairs Between Conventions. \nThe Department Council of Administration shall be responsible for administering the affairs and transacting the business of the Department between Department Conventions. The Council shall be governed in its duties by the mandates of the National Convention\, the Congressional Charter\, Bylaws\, Manual of Procedure\, Ritual and laws and usages of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States as well as by the mandates of the Department Convention\, Charter and Bylaws.
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct-council-of-administration-feb-2026/
LOCATION:VFW 1672 New Milford\, 11 Avery Rd\, New Milford\, CT\, 06776\, United States
CATEGORIES:COA,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T110000
DTSTAMP:20260216T173849Z
CREATED:20260216T173849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T173849Z
UID:10000224-1774087200-1774090800@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT1 District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:1 3/21/2026 10:00 AM 308 Newtown Polo- Social Hour 9AM (Coffee etc) Pickett
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct1-district-meeting-3/
LOCATION:VFW 308 Newtown\, 18 Tinkerfield Rd.\, Newtown\, 06470\, United States
CATEGORIES:VFWCT
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T140000
DTSTAMP:20260217T040835Z
CREATED:20260217T040648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T040835Z
UID:10000242-1774789200-1774792800@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:Major General Maurice Rose Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:MG Maurice Rose Ceremony\nPlease join the Veterans of Foreign Wars\, Jewish War Veterans\, The American Legion\, and Association of 3rd Armored Division Veterans as we remember and honor the life and service of Major General Maurice Rose\, a hometown hero of Middletown\, CT\, who made the supreme sacrifice leading his Soldiers if the 3rd Armored Division in battle during WWII. \n\n\n Maurice Rose\, born in Middletown in 1899\, son of a rabbi\, was the highest ranking officer killed in action in the European Theater of Operations (ETO) in WWII. The ceremony will take place at 508 Main Street\, Middletown\, Connecticut\, his birthplace\, on Sunday\, March 29th at 1pm. The ceremony will feature tributes to Major General Rose with Veteran speakers\, military honor guard\, Army wreath laying ceremony and the sounding of Taps. \n\n\n We will also commemorate the 3rd Armored Division (“Spearhead”) discovery and liberation of the Dora-Mittelbau concentration camp near Nordhausen\, Germany\, on April 11\, 1945\, just 12 days after the loss of Division’s Commanding General\, Maurice Rose. \n\n\n The event is outdoors and will be held rain or shine. The ceremony is open to everyone and veterans\, community leaders\, and the grateful public are invited to attend. \n\n Event organizer and Master of Ceremonies is Brian Willette\, VFW National Sergeant at Arms\, & member of the Association of 3rd Armored Division Veterans. \n\n\n For more information\, contact Brian Willette at: SSGBrian.Willette@Gmail.com or call 413-262-1031
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/major-general-maurice-rose-ceremony/
LOCATION:508 Main Street\, Middletown\, CT\, 508 Main Street\, Middletown\, CT\, 06457\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTEvents,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Department of Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T164816Z
CREATED:20260409T021739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T164816Z
UID:10000254-1776538800-1776546000@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:Military and Veterans Appreciation Night-Hartford Athletic Soccer
DESCRIPTION:Be a part of Hartford Athletic’s salute to the brave men and women who serve our country. Join us as we honor active duty military members and veterans with special on-field ceremonies\, recognizing the sacrifice and dedication of those who protect our freedoms. The first 500 fans will receive an exclusive Challenge Coin! \nMilitary Appreciation Night Details\nThe event\, presented by Travelers\, is a dedicated salute to active-duty military members and veterans.\nTime & Location: Kickoff is at 7:00 PM at Trinity Health Stadium.\nGiveaway: The first 500 fans in attendance will receive an exclusive Challenge Coin.\nSpecial Ceremonies: The night will feature on-field ceremonies honoring service members\, including the presentation of colors.\nTickets: discounted tickets for the East Stand have been offered through veteran organizations for $15.20 (37% discount). Standard tickets are available starting from $24 on platforms like SeatGeek. There are also drink and food specials (see attachment). The Point of Contact is below. \nIf there are questions or suggestions on how to make the event better please reach out to Tim Burdelski.\nAccount Executive\nHartford Athletic | United Soccer League\nW: 860.945.4207 E: tburdelski@hartfordathletic.com
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/military-and-veterans-appreciation-night-hartford-athletic-soccer/
LOCATION:Trinity Health Stadium\, 250 Huyshope Ave\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTEvents,VetEvent
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW 12150 New Haven":MAILTO:veterans@vfwnewhaven.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T210000
DTSTAMP:20250329T212555Z
CREATED:20250329T212555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T212555Z
UID:10000100-1777662000-1777669200@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT Council of Administration\, May 2026
DESCRIPTION:VFWCT Council of Administration\, May 2026 \nUniform: VFW Casual (VFW polo & khaki slacks). \n  \n\nAdministration of Affairs Between Conventions. \nThe Department Council of Administration shall be responsible for administering the affairs and transacting the business of the Department between Department Conventions. The Council shall be governed in its duties by the mandates of the National Convention\, the Congressional Charter\, Bylaws\, Manual of Procedure\, Ritual and laws and usages of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States as well as by the mandates of the Department Convention\, Charter and Bylaws.
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct-council-of-administration-may-2026/
LOCATION:VFW 591 Wallingford\, 23 Prince St.\, Wallingford\, CT\, 06492\, United States
CATEGORIES:COA,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T100000
DTSTAMP:20260224T190953Z
CREATED:20260224T185814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T190953Z
UID:10000245-1781337600-1781344800@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:105th VFWCT Convention Awards Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE (ZEFFY):https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/vfwct-convention-awards-breakfast\n\nOR MAIL FORM > DOWNLOAD FLYER: VFWCT_20260613-ConventionBreakfast.pdf\nAWARDS BREAKFAST\nJoin us for the 105th VFW Connecticut Convention Awards Breakfast! \nCome celebrate a year of outstanding service and dedication. We will be presenting all of the major membership and special awards for the administrative year. \nEnjoy the Sheraton Signature Breakfast Buffet featuring cheddar scrambled eggs\, bacon\, sausage\, breakfast potatoes\, choice of French toast or pancakes\, fresh fruit\, yogurt with berries and granola\, oatmeal\, muffins\, and croissants. Also included is Starbucks coffee\, Tazo teas\, and orange\, cranberry\, and grapefruit juices. \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Saturday\, June 13\, 2026\nTime: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM\nLocation: Sheraton Hartford South Hotel\, 100 Capital Blvd\, Rocky Hill\, CT\nTickets: $30 per person\nUniform: VFW polo and khakis
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct-convention-awards-breakfast/
LOCATION:Sheraton Hartford South Hotel in Rocky Hill\, 100 Capital Blvd\, Rocky Hill\, CT\, 06067\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTEvents,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T220000
DTSTAMP:20260326T231855Z
CREATED:20260224T155632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T231855Z
UID:10000244-1781373600-1781388000@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:105th VFW Connecticut Convention Banquet
DESCRIPTION:PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE (ZEFFY): https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/vfwct-convention-banquet\n\nOR MAIL FORM > DOWNLOAD FLYER: VFWCT_20260613-ConventionBanquet.pdf\n\n\nCONVENTION BANQUET\nSATURDAY\, JUNE 13\, 2026\nCelebrate the spirit of service and the bond of brotherhood at the VFW Department of Connecticut’s Convention Banquet. This premier formal event serves as the cornerstone of our annual convention\, bringing together Comrades\, Auxiliary members\, and distinguished guests from across the Constitution State. \n\n6 PM Cash Bar Cocktail Reception\n7 PM Plated Dinner Service\nSheraton Hartford South Hotel 100 Capital Blvd\, Rocky Hill\, CT\n$70 per ticket; no sales at door\nPurchase 10 Tickets to Reserve Table\nTicket sales close June 5 COB\nSemi-Formal / Black Tie Optional\nMilitary Medals Encouraged\n\nPlated entrée options are Filet Mignon Diane in brandy cream sauce\, Stuffed Chicken Breast\, or Grilled Salmon. All meals include a garden salad\, sides\, dinner rolls\, and New York Cheesecake. Dietary accommodations available upon request.
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct-convention-banquet-2026/
LOCATION:Sheraton Hartford South Hotel in Rocky Hill\, 100 Capital Blvd\, Rocky Hill\, CT\, 06067\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTEvents,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T235959
DTSTAMP:20260121T134229Z
CREATED:20260121T134229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T134229Z
UID:10000217-1784937600-1785369599@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFW National Convention\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:July 25 – 29 National Convention\nReno\, Nevada \n  \n  \nEvery year\, thousands of VFW and Auxiliary delegates gather to represent the organization’s more than 1.4 million combined membership at the weeklong VFW National Convention. While there\, our mission is to approve new national priorities to guide our organization as we lobby Congress on issues important to the nation’s veterans\, service members and their families. \nConvention delegates also elect new leadership\, as well as recognize prominent individuals and organizations for their support of veterans and military personnel.
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfw-national-convention-2026/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:VFWCT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260703T131426Z
CREATED:20260701T124814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T131426Z
UID:10000274-1788688800-1788703200@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:VFWCT Schools of Instruction (SOI) 2026
DESCRIPTION:RSVP: http://www.vfwct.org/SIO26 \n\n\n\nThe 2026 VFW Connecticut Schools of Instruction (SOI) will be at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday\, September 6\, 2026 at VFW Post 511 New Britain. \n\n\n\nVital training for Post Commanders\, Quartermasters\, Adjutants\, and VFW Recruiters. \n\n\n\nPrograms • Reporting • Membership • Updates \n\n\n\nPig Roast Lunch for attendees after training. \n2026 VFW Connecticut School of Instruction (SOI)\n 
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/vfwct-schools-of-instruction-soi-2026/
LOCATION:VFW 511 New Britain\, 41 Veterans Dr\, New Britain\, CT\, 06051\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTEvents,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261011T180000
DTSTAMP:20260906T192941Z
CREATED:20260906T192343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T192941Z
UID:10000283-1791727200-1791741600@vfwct.org
SUMMARY:State Testimonial Dinner
DESCRIPTION:PURCHASE TICKETS > https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/state-testimonial-dinner \nJoin the VFW Department of Connecticut for our State Testimonial Dinner 🇺🇸 honoring dedicated comrades and supporters whose service advances veterans’ advocacy\, benefits\, and community programs. Your registration helps us recognize leadership\, foster camaraderie\, and sustain our mission to stand beside Connecticut veterans and their families through every stage of their lives.
URL:https://vfwct.org/event/state-testimonial-dinner/
LOCATION:Trumbull Marriott Shelton\, 180 Hawley Ln\, Trumbull\, CT\, 06611\, United States
CATEGORIES:CTEvents,VFWCT
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ORGANIZER;CN="VFW Department of Connecticut":MAILTO:adjutant@vfwct.org
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