American Legion Post 16

WCMOA Holiday Luncheon
2020-12-06 12:00 - 15:30 (America/Halifax) | Redding Country Club, 109 Lonetown Road, Redding, CT, 06896, United States
Speaker: Robin Montgomery

ROBIN MONTGOMERY BIO
Robin Montgomery has had a distinguished, multifaceted career. As a Marine in Vietnam he was the recipient of the two Purple Hearts and the Navy Cross, the second highest medal for valor. He was inducted into the CT Veterans Hall of Fame in 2013.
Robin spent 26 years at the Federal Bureau of Investigation, overseeing and investigating several highly publicized cases, such as the incidents at Waco and Ruby Ridge. He was the agent in charge of protecting the man who shot George Wallace, Arthur Bremer. Robin was also one of the FBI agents sent to the hospital the day President Reagan was shot, with the FBI ending up securing the president’s nuclear code card! His last assignment was as the Director of the FBI’s Critical Incident Response Group.
After his time with the FBI he went on to serve as the Chief of Police in Brookfield, CT for 16 years. He also taught Justice & Law Administration at Western CT State University as an Adjunct Professor.
Along the way Robin helped establish the Marine Corp – Law Enforcement Foundation that raises money for the children of Marines and fallen law enforcement agents. He’s also President of Brookfield Cares, an organization focused on suicide prevention and substance abuse.
Robin will speak about some of his experiences during his long career with the FBI and the lessons learned and the changes in negotiation tactics to one of “strategic patience” when handling hostage and crisis situations.

YAA 2020
2020-06-07 16:30 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Ethan Allan Hotel, Danbury, CT

Membership Holiday Event
2019-12-01 12:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Redding Country Club, 109 Lonetown Road, Redding, CT, 06896, United States
Directions to The Redding Country Club can be found HERE.
MENU

Buffet Lunch
Warm Rolls, Butter
Traditional Caesar Salad with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Rigatoni Bolognese
Eggplant Parmesan
Grilled Lemon Peppered Scottish Salmon with Sundried Tomato Butter
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
Balsamic Brussel Sprouts with Pancetta and Parmesan

Beverages
Assorted Soft Drinks

Dessert
Redding CC Chocolate Chip Cookies
Double Chocolate Brownies
Coffee & Tea

2019 Fall Membership Event - BBQ
2019-09-18 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Port 5 Veterans Association, 69 Brewster Street, Bridgeport, CT, United States
For our 3rd Quarter Event of 2019 we are going back to PORT 5 for our Fall BBQ. This has been a tremendous hit for 2 years now; it’s almost a tradition! Everyone loved it the last 2 years! This year we chose Thursday, Sept 18th . We will meet start at 1630 hours with a happy hour followed by the BBQ dinner. If it is nice weather you’ll be on the Port 5 deck overlooking Long Island Sound. If you haven’t been there, this is probably the most picturesque best (and least known) waterfront property in Bridgeport! Join in on the camaraderie. You’ll love it. (Psst….they have a full bar there at “Veteran prices”!)
Bonus: next year’s YAA speaker,
RADM Dennis Moynihan will join us to tell a few sea stories from his remarkable career!
ALSO: TWO Special announcements (all good!)
And…50/50 raffle to benefit YAA 2020
Still working on the Menu and Price, so stay tuned.
Bring a Dessert to share. See you there!
Click to Reserve NOW for the Sept 18th BBQ.

YAA 2019
2019-06-09 17:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax) | Ethan Allan Hotel, Danbury, CT
Join us at the Ethan Allen Hotel in Danbury to honor this year’s Young Americans – 30 patriotic High School graduates from Fairfield County Schools who show outstanding leadership potential.
Our Guest Speaker:

Tom Deierlein
Founder, TD Foundation
Chief Executive Officer, Thundercat Technologies

Tom Deierlein, the CEO, is a former U.S. Army Major and Operation Iraqi Freedom Vet. A Bronze Star and Purple Heart recipient, he is now medically retired with a 100% permanent disability rating. He has been involved in the sales, marketing and operations of mission critical applications and emerging technologies since 1993.

Tom’s call sign while serving in Baghdad was “ThunderCat 6” – hence our name: ThunderCat Technology.

Graduating from United States Military Academy, West Point in 1989, Tom spent nearly five years in the military; first, earning his Airborne Ranger qualification and then, onto various leadership positions with the Berlin Brigade. Tom gained extensive leadership and operations experience while leading three different organizations and coordinating activities for over 800 personnel from 4 countries. In late 2005, Tom was recalled to active duty serving as a Civil Affairs Officer in East Baghdad. There, he helped manage over $290 million in reconstruction and economic development projects. In September of 2006, he was shot by a sniper and critically wounded. The bullet shattered his pelvis and the base of his spine. After 8 months of intensive care at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and the VA Polytrauma Rehab Center in Tampa Florida, Tom returned to the business world in June 2007.

Tom first got involved in the technology field in the mid 90′s with Parametric Technology Corporation, working with clients such as IBM and United Technologies. He ended up as worldwide Account Lead for electrical connector giant, AMP. In 1996, he joined internet start up, NetGravity. During this time, he played a key role in the development and sale of the first fully networked version of NetGravity’s original AdServer system. He also played a critical role creating the original storage and hosting relationship between CompuServe and EMC. In 2000, Tom joined up with Dynamic Logic, a technology-based research firm that tracks and reports on interactive advertising performance for clients like Oracle, Cisco, Intel, DELL, Microsoft, and Symantec. As their Chief Operating Officer, he was instrumental in the growth and development of that company from 7-person start up into clear industry leader.
Tom has also earned a Master of Science in Systems Management from University of Southern California in 1993 and an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business in 2000. Tom has been quoted and featured in The New York Times, NBC Nightly News, Forbes, Wall Street Journal, MSNBC.com, and PARADE Magazine.
In Fall of 2006, a foundation was started by Tom and others to assist Iraqi Children. TD Foundation provides aid to children directly affected by war in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as to children of wounded warriors and fallen heroes here in the US. All participants are volunteers and 100% of funds go to those children and families in need.
Additionally, Tom is a mentor with Care Coalition. He coaches and supports other severely wounded and disabled Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) soldiers and their families to assist in the transition to the civilian world and workforce.

Spring Membership Luncheon
2019-03-24 12:00 - 15:30 (America/Halifax) | Redding Country Club, 109 Lonetown Road, Redding, CT, 06896, United States
Speaker: American Legion Department of Connecticut Commander Tom Flowers

Event Payment -- Dues Payment -- DONATE to the YAA

VA Changes expected in 2019
2019-02-28 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | CT
(1) A June deadline to end the Choice Program as we know it and have the new community care program up and running. This means VA will be using new, simpler access standards for veterans to get care in the community, including access to new walk-in services for urgent care using retail providers.
(2) Expectation for the passage of the Blue Water Navy bill covering those who served offshore Vietnam during the war.

Holiday Member Luncheon
2018-12-09 12:00 - 15:30 (America/Halifax) | Adams Rib, Norwalk Inn, Norwalk
Our 60th ANNIVERSARY Clebration!
Speaker: Colonel Jim O’Brien.

MOAA’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

During O’Brien’s 25-year career, he served in a variety of financial management positions at all levels of the Air Force, including four command positions. His final assignment was comptroller for the Air Force Reserve, where he was responsible for nearly $5 billion annually.
O’Brien is a graduate of Norwich University in Vermont and holds a master’s degree in systems management from the University of Southern California. Additionally, he is a graduate of the Air War College and a senior executive fellow from Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government.

Merchandise Raffle and 50/50 Raffle to benefit the YAA.

Retiree Appreciation Day - Sub Base, New London
2018-10-20 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Navy Sub Base – New London, 1 Crystal Lake Rd, Groton, CT, 06430, United States
Dear Military Retiree and Annuitant:
You are cordially invited to attend the annual retiree appreciation day and seminar sponsored by Naval Submarine Base New London on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at the Dealey Center Theater. The Seminar starts at 0900. Following the seminar there will be information stations and display tables set up in Morton Hall Gymnasium from 1200-1400.
Attendees will be updated on issues ranging from Legislative matters, Tricare and the New Dental Plan, VA Benefits, Space A Travel and more.
The Sub-base Id Card Office will not be open.
For further information on the seminar events, contact the
at 860-694-3284. The RAO hours are 0900-1200 Monday-Friday.
NOTE: All persons desiring entrance to the Submarine Base must show a valid military or retired ID at the gate.

Fall Membership BBQ - NEW DATE!!
2018-09-11 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | CT
This event last September was OUTSTANDING! It was our first time for a membership gathering at PORT 5. We had a nice warm day and social hour was out on PORT 5’s beautiful deck right on Long Island Sound! We have again targeted a Wednesday for this event — another welcome change. If yoo have never been to PORT 5 you are in for a big surprise. By the way, its a Veterans Organization so you are ALL eligible for membership! Oh yeah, there’s a huge full bar there with the rock bottom drink prices you may remember from your service days!

Blue Water announcement July 9th in Danbury / Rep. Esty
2018-07-03 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | CT
As you might know, we are celebrating a huge victory in the US House of Representatives with the passage of the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2017. The bill passed the House by a vote of 382-0 and now heads to the Senate for consideration. Congresswoman Esty, who serves on the Committee of Veterans Affairs and is the Ranking Member on the Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs subcommittee, is also a cosponsor of the legislation.
We are having an event in Danbury to update the community and the press on this issue. We would love it if you could join us on Monday, July 9 at 1:30 as she discusses the bill and has Q & A. We will be available for an hour- maybe many people are busy with summer plans and trips but this legislation is so important that we just can’t let it go uncelebrated, and there is still work to be done- passage in the Senate.
Please join us at the Danbury War Memorial’s second floor conference room at 1 Memorial Drive, across the street from the CVS. If you cannot make it but know a vet that is very interested in this legislation, please send the invitation along.

2018 Young American Awards Banquet
2018-06-10 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax) | Stamford Italian Center, Stamford, CT
Our featured spekaer is Father Tom Simisky, President of Fairfield Prep and one of our members (he was a Marine atillery Officer in a former life!)

CT Armed Forces Day
2018-05-18 11:00 - 14:30 (America/Halifax) | CT
STATE OF CONNECTICUT
CONNECTICUT MILITARY DEPARTMENT
360 BROAD STREET
HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT 06105-3795

On behalf of Major General Thaddeus J. Martin, Adjutant General, Connecticut Military Department, you are cordially invited to attend the 69th Annual Connecticut Armed Forces Day Luncheon.

The luncheon will be Friday, May 18th, 2018, at the Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry Street, Southington, Connecticut. The social hour begins at 11:00 a.m. and lunch will be served at noon. The cost for this year’s event is $30.00 per person.

Armed Forces Day is a national observance in the United States, celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May each year. Americans celebrate Armed Forces Day in many ways, honoring all Americans who have and are serving in our armed forces: Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard and their Reserve Components.

Connecticut’s tradition is the Armed Forces Day Luncheon. Each year, Connecticut’s military, veteran, civic and business community attend the Armed Forces Day Luncheon to celebrate military service and to honor the hundreds of thousands of Connecticut citizens and residents who serve or have served our great State and Nation. Traditionally this annual event has provided an excellent atmosphere of camaraderie and this year promises to be no exception.

This year’s keynote speaker, Brigadier General Jeffrey W. Drushal, Chief of the U. S. Army Transportation Corps, will discuss contemporary issues, and present awards to honor exemplary service members from each Service’s Reserve Component in Connecticut.

If you will be attending this luncheon, please fill out the response form and include a check made payable to “Armed Forces Day Luncheon.” Mail to the address at the bottom of the response form. It would be greatly appreciated if you can reply prior to May 11, 2018.

Suggested attire: Business or Service Dress, Class B or Duty Uniform.

Questions about the Armed Forces Day Luncheon may be directed to SFC William Blake at 860-493-2750 or william.d.blake14.mil@mail.mil.

More Information at:
http://ct.ng.mil/CT_AFDL/Pages/default.aspx
or
https://www.facebook.com/CTArmedForcesDay
–>> Here is the FORM to send in if interested: Armed Forces Day May 18th, 2018 FORM

Spring Membership Meeting
2018-03-18 12:00 - 15:30 (America/Halifax) | Adams Rib, Norwalk Inn, Norwalk
Event Payment -- Dues Payment -- DONATE to the YAA

Speaker: TBA

Support for veterans with PTS
2017-12-11 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | CT
HORSE FEATHERS Veterans Program – Horse Feathers is an equine therapy program that pairs veterans with equines with an emphasis on equine driving. Clients have the opportunity to learn about cart and wagon driving, harnessing, ground driving, horse evaluation, and emergency unloading Equine therapy is a valuable resource in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTS). It is our hope to help veterans who may be struggling with any degree of PTS; however, all veterans are welcome to participate in this program, either as a client or a volunteer. To learn more, click on: https://www.rayoflightfarm.org/horse-feathers-more-info

Fall Membership Barbeque! New Day/New Venue!
2017-09-20 16:30 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | CT
This is change from our normal day and normal venue, and a welcome one! It’s a WEDNESDAY. We are hoping for a nice warm day as PORT 5 has a wonderful outdoor seating area right on Long Island Sound! If you have never been to PORT 5 you are in for a big surprise. By the way, its a Veterans Organization so you are ALL eligible for membership! Also, we have yet another wonderful speaker for this event:
Janet Barrett, the recent Connecticut author of
THEY CALLED HER RECKLESS
A TRUE STORY OF WAR, LOVE AND ONE EXTRAORDINARY HORSE
Read more about the event and the speaker in our latest newsletter!

2017 YAA Banquet
2017-05-23 17:00 - 21:30 (America/Halifax) | The Shore and Country Club, 220 Gregory Boulevard, East Norwalk, United States
At The Shore and Country Club, East Norwalk

Vietnam Wall ("The Wall that Heals")
2017-05-04 18:00 - 2017-05-07 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Seaside Park, Bridgeport, CT, United States
Opening Ceremony May 4th at 1800 hrs.
Closing Ceremony May 7th at 1200 hrs.

http://www.portfiveusa.com/flyers/WallThatHeals.pdf

Port 5 - New Flagpole Dedication Ceremony
2017-04-30 12:00 - 12:30 (America/Halifax) | Port 5 Veterans Association, 69 Brewster Street, Bridgeport, CT, United States
All are invited to a dedication for the new (60 foot!) flagpole just installed at Port 5. All Service Branches will be honored and represented.
Lunch will be served after the ceremony so PLEASE RSVP to jhoar45@gmail.com before April 21. Subject line: P5 FLAG. Please include number of attendees.

Bethel HS NJROTC Military Ball
2017-03-05 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry Street, Southington, CT, United States
This amazing event (attended last year by about 600!) is entirely run by the NJROTC Cadets at Bethel High School under the leadership of LCDR Mark Dwinells.

Bethel High School NJROTC 14th Annual Military Ball
2017-02-08 - 2017-03-05 | Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry Street, Southington, CT, United States
Sunday, March 5, at 1600 at the Aqua Turf Country Club, 556 Mulberry Street, Plantsville, CT.

SAVE THE DATE: 2017 YAA Recognition Dinner
2017-01-23 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax) | CT
May 23rd at the Italian Center, Stamford, CT
More information to follow

Holiday Membership Luncheon
2016-12-04 12:00 - 15:30 (America/Halifax) | Adams Rib, Norwalk Inn, Norwalk

Armed Forces Day Luncheon
2016-05-20 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Halifax) | Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry Street, Southington, CT, United States

Norwalk Veteran of the Month Flag Ceremony
2016-04-03 11:00 - 11:45 (America/Halifax) | Norwalk American Legion, 60 County Street, Norwalk, CT, 06851, United States
April 3rd is the first Flag ceremony of the new year. This event is held every FIRST SUNDAY of every month and honors one Connecticut Veteran and his or her family. As a new American Flag is raised, the American Flag that was flying over the Legion Hall for the preceding month is presented to the family in appreciation of their service and sacrifice to our country. It starts at 1100 hrs and lasts 30 to 45 minutes. It is imediately followed by coffee “and” in the Legion hall. AFJROTC and NJROTC cadets from Norwalk High and Brian McMahon High Schools are in attendance and provide color guard ceremony.

Holiday Membership Party
2015-12-06 12:00 - 15:30 (America/Halifax) | Adams Rib, Norwalk Inn, Norwalk

Greenwich VETERANS DAY Event
2015-11-11 | CT
All are invited to a Citizens Walk. This year the event is honoring VIETNAM Veterans.
If you are a VIETNAM Veteran they are interested in honoring YOU at this event.
Please contact the organzers for more information.

Fall Membership Meeting
2015-09-20 12:00 - 15:30 (America/Halifax) | Adams Rib, Norwalk Inn, Norwalk

Commodore Barry Day
2015-09-12 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | Perry Green, Southport Harbor, Southport, CT, United States

CT MOAA Council Annual Statewide Luncheon
2015-09-12 09:30 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Ashlar VIllage, 74 CHeshire Rd, Hartog Building, Wallingford, CT, United States
CT Council Meeting Agenda & DetailsCONNECTICUT COUNCIL OF CHAPTERS (MOAA)
ANNUAL STATEWIDE LUNCHEON
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2015

HARTOG ACTIVITY BUILDING
MASONICARE AT ASHLAR VILLAGE
74 CHESHIRE ROAD
WALLINGFORD, CONNECTICUT
WWW.ASHLARVILLAGE.MASONICARE.ORG
REGISTRATION FROM 9:30 AM 10:00 AM
FOLLOWED BY INVITED SPEAKERS AND PROGRAMS

CONGRESSWOMEN ELIZABETH ESTY
CONNECTICUT’S 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT
(SCHEDULED TO SPEAK AFTER LUNCH)

COL. PHILLIP ODOM, USAF (RET)
MOAA DEPUTY DIRECTOR, GOVERNMENT RELATION
FOCUS ON RETIREE AND SUVIVOR BENEFITS

BG GARY OTTENBREIT, CTARNG (RET)
SOCIAL SECURITY DIRECTOR, CONNECTICUT

MAJ. KEVIN CREED, USA (RET)
ATTORNEY, CREED LAW FIRM
FRIENDS OF FISHER HOUSE CONNECTICUT

PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES FOR SUPPORT OF THE
MILITARY TO STATE SENATORS DUFF AND LOONEY
BY THE CT COUNCIL OF CHAPTERS AND RESERVE
OFFICERS ASSOCIATION (ROA)

BUFFET LUNCHEON AT NOON
SALAD
GRILLED SALMON
CHICKEN STUFFED WITH SWISS CHEESE & SPINACH
GRILLED SIRLOIN STEAKS
TWICE BAKED POTATOES
CHOCOLATE CAKE
COFFEE & TEA
CASH BAR OF BEER & WINE

COST IS $30, CASH OR CHECK MADE OUT TO
“CT COUNCIL OF CHAPTERS MOAA”

PLEASE MAKE RESERVATIONS BY MONDAY
SEPTEMBER 7, 2015

MAIL, E-MAIL, PHONE OR TEXT

CPT. ROBERT (BOB) MAGYAR, USA (RET)
PRESIDENT
CONNECTICUT COUNCIL OF CHAPTERS

26 QUIET BROOK CT.
MERIDEN, CT. 06451

RJMJEM@ATT.NET
203-237-9078
203-213-7228 (TEXT)
