American Legion Post 101 - Somers, CT

08/23/2022

Shared to The American Legion from the Somers Dept of Veterans Affairs.

The Somers Veterans Coffeehouse, Roast Master's Red-Eye Reveille' (R3), is more than just a place to enjoy complimentary Dunkin donuts and beverages. It's a safe and comfortable place to connect with other veterans. You can shoot the breeze, get a few laughs and gain some insightful information from our guest speakers and our Somers Department of Veterans Affairs staff.

Meet and prepare to be captivated and fascinated by best-selling author, Vietnam combat veteran Arthur Wiknik Jr.

Wiknik served with the 101st Airborne Division during the famous battle of Hamburger Hill; his unit being the first to safely reach the top during the final assault. He is an avid community volunteer and founding father of the Haddam Veterans Museum. He has also made various guest appearances for film and history channels.

Talk to us before and after the coffeehouse to set up an appointment to review and take action on your benefits or to follow up on your previous case with us. Yes, our schedule fills up quickly, but we will always make time for you.

We'll see you at our August coffeehouse!

Somers Veterans Coffeehouse

Saturday, August 27, 2022
8:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Somers Town Hall- Auditorium
600 Main St., Somers, CT

06/20/2022

The Somers Department of Veterans Affairs FREE Veterans Coffeehouse, "Roast Master's Red-Eye Reveille (R3)," is Saturday, June 25, 2022, 8:30 -11:00 am at the Somers Town Hall Auditorium.

Join fellow veterans in enjoying a cup of coffee, tea, bottled water, and snacks. Our guest speaker will be a representative from Stateline Senior Services. Learn about Medicare and insurance and investment needs of the retired and soon to retire.

Contributions to the Coffeehouse help us to further our mission in providing a comfortable location for veterans to stay informed and connect with each other. Please consider making a donation as our office is staffed by volunteers and is unfunded. For more information, please contact us at 860-272-4207 (office), 860-604-0634 (cell), or email us at [email protected].

03/28/2022

Town of Somers Dept. of Veterans Affairs to Commemorate Vietnam War 50th Anniversary
On March 29, our Nation will commemorate National Vietnam War Veterans Day on its 50th anniversary. This is an opportunity for every American to recognize and thank our Vietnam Veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice during one of America’s longest wars.
The Town of Somers joins thousands of organizations across the country as a commemorative partner supporting the Department of Defense in this Vietnam War Commemoration.
When: Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Where: Town of Somers, Auditorium, 600 Main St., Somers, CT
Time: 10:00 AM
Keynote Speaker: Thomas J. Saadi, Commissioner, Connecticut Dept of Veterans Affairs
Host: Town of Somers - First Selectman Timothy R. E. Keeney
*Light Refreshments will be available.

03/28/2022

Town of Somers Dept. of Veterans Affairs to Commemorate Vietnam War 50th Anniversary
On March 29, our Nation will commemorate National Vietnam War Veterans Day on its 50th anniversary.
50 Area Veterans to be honored, from Somers, Enfield, Stafford, Vernon, Ellington, Willington, and Voluntown.
The Town of Somers joins thousands of organizations across the country as a commemorative partner supporting the Department of Defense in this Vietnam War Commemoration.
When: Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Where: Town of Somers, Auditorium, 600 Main St., Somers, CT
Time: 10:00 AM
Keynote Speaker: Thomas J. Saadi, Commissioner, Connecticut Dept of Veterans Affairs
Host: Town of Somers - First Selectman Timothy R. E. Keeney
As a lasting memento of the nation’s gratitude, Veterans will receive a Presidential proclamation, a Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pin, an Honor Certificate from CT Dept of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Saadi, and a Certificate of Distinction from the Town of Somers. Surviving spouses of those who served are also eligible for recognition.

03/14/2022

Town Of Somers Department Of Veterans Affairs To Commemorate Vietnam War 50th Anniversary

On March 29, our Nation will commemorate National Vietnam War Veterans Day on its 50th anniversary. This is an opportunity for every American to recognize and thank our Vietnam Veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice during one of America’s longest wars.

The Town of Somers joins thousands of organizations across the country as a commemorative partner supporting the Department of Defense in this Vietnam War Commemoration.

When: Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Where: Town of Somers, Auditorium, 600 Main St., Somers, CT
Time: 10:00 AM
Keynote Speaker: Thomas J. Saadi, Commissioner, CT Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Host: Town of Somers - First Selectman Timothy R. E. Keeney

*Light Refreshments will be available.

03/12/2022

Somers (FREE) Veterans Coffeehouse on Saturday, March 26, 2022
Somers Department of Veterans Affairs welcomes our guest speaker, Retired USMC veteran Marc J. Youngquist, and our military veterans to the March 26, 2022 veteran’s coffeehouse, “Roastmaster’s Red-Eye Reveille”. Enjoy coffee, tea, hot chocolate, bottled water and fresh donuts. The best part is meeting up with others who "understand". Laugh, learn, and belong among the extraordinary!

The coffeehouse is held in the Somers Town Hall Auditorium, 600 Main St., Somers, CT. Accessible to persons with disabilities. Face masks are optional. Contact our office for additional information at 860-272-4207 (office), 860-604-0634 (cell).

01/26/2022

Due to the forecasted heavy snowstorm on Saturday morning (1/29/2022), the Somers Veterans Coffeehouse, this month featuring Noah Cass' documentary, "Tougher Than A Tank", has been canceled. We hope to have a new date identified soon.

01/24/2022

See Somers own USMC Veteran NOAH CASS & His NEW Film
Special free showing of USMC Noah Cass's documentary, "Tougher Than a Tank." THIS Saturday, January 29th, 2022. SOMERS VETERANS' COFFEEHOUSE, 0830-11:00 AM Somers Town Hall Auditorium, 600 Main St., Somers, CT 06071 Noah is from Somers, CT and will be present for a portion of the film viewing to meet attendees. First Come, First Serve Seating -- Face Masks Optional.
Trailer from "Tougher Than A Tank": https://www.pixelapicturafilms.com/project/tougherthanatank/
Coffeehouse Information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07W7fE5A-vs

January 2022 - Local Somers Marine Corps veteran, Noah Cass, shares his recent documentary film, "Tougher Than A Tank", and his insights on how to transition...