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SUMMARY:Vets Rock 2026: Mohegan Sun Honors America's Veterans
DESCRIPTION:At a Glance\nWhat: Vets Rock 2026\nWhen: Saturday\, November 14\, 2026\nTime: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.\nLocation: Mohegan Sun\, 1 Mohegan Sun Boulevard\, Uncasville\, CT 06382\nOpening Ceremony: 11 a.m.–noon\, The Shops at Mohegan Sun\, in front of the Box Office\nVeterans Resource Expo: Noon–4 p.m.\, Uncas Ballroom\nAdmission: Free\nAge: All ages welcome; Casino 101 activities are restricted to ages 21 and older\nFeaturing: Military tribute\, guest speakers\, veteran resource organizations\, job fair\, veteran-owned businesses\, and Casino 101 activities\nMaster of Ceremonies: Gil Simmons of WTNH News 8\nParking: Riverview Parking Garage\, Sky Entrance recommended for the Uncas Ballroom\nOrganizer: Mohegan Sun and Vets Rock Foundation\nContact: (888) 226-7711 \nEvent Description\nVets Rock 2026 brings veterans\, active-duty military personnel\, their families\, and community supporters together at Mohegan Sun on Saturday\, November 14\, for a day of recognition and practical assistance. Now in its 12th year\, the free event combines a military tribute with a resource expo designed to connect those who have served with employment opportunities\, veterans organizations\, and programs that can make a difference in their lives. \nThe day begins at 11 a.m. with an opening ceremony at The Shops at Mohegan Sun\, followed by the Vets Rock Expo from noon to 4 p.m. in the Uncas Ballroom. Admission is free\, and the event is open to guests of all ages. \nA Ceremony Honoring Those Who Served\nThe opening ceremony begins at 11 a.m. in The Shops at Mohegan Sun\, directly in front of the Box Office. \nWTNH News 8 meteorologist Gil Simmons will serve as master of ceremonies\, marking his tenth year hosting the event’s opening tribute. \nThe ceremony begins with a presentation by the Mohegan Tribal Color Guard\, followed by the National Anthem and remarks from Mohegan Sun President and General Manager Jeff Hamilton and other invited speakers. \nIt’s an opportunity for veterans and their families to be recognized publicly for their service\, while members of the community gather to express their appreciation. \nThe ceremony runs until noon\, when the day’s activities continue in the Uncas Ballroom. \nA Resource Expo Designed to Help Veterans\nThe Vets Rock Expo is more than a gathering of organizations handing out information. \nFrom noon to 4 p.m.\, veterans and active-duty service members can meet representatives from organizations offering assistance with employment\, benefits\, education\, and other services. \nVeteran Service Organizations will be available to discuss programs and resources that may help former service members and their families navigate life after military service. \nFor someone looking for a new career\, exploring available benefits\, or simply trying to find the right organization to contact\, the expo offers an opportunity to speak directly with people who can help. \nThe event also welcomes family members and community supporters\, recognizing that military service affects entire households. \nEmployment Opportunities and Veteran-Owned Businesses\nA job fair is one of the central features of this year’s Vets Rock Expo. \nVeterans transitioning to civilian employment\, considering a career change\, or exploring new opportunities can meet with employers and learn about available positions. \nThe expo will also feature veteran-owned businesses\, giving attendees an opportunity to discover enterprises founded and operated by former service members. \nThese businesses represent another side of the veteran community\, demonstrating how military experience can translate into entrepreneurship and leadership. \nBy bringing employers\, business owners\, and service organizations together\, Vets Rock creates opportunities for professional connections and conversations that can continue beyond the event itself. \nCasino 101 Adds a Little Entertainment\nAlongside the educational and employment resources\, Mohegan Sun is offering Casino 101 activities for guests ages 21 and older. \nThe complimentary experience includes introductions to blackjack and roulette\, giving participants an opportunity to learn the basics in a relaxed setting. \nCasino 101 is intended as an entertainment activity rather than the main focus of the event. \nParticipation is limited to adults ages 21 and older\, although the remainder of Vets Rock is open to guests of all ages. \nTwelve Years of Supporting the Military Community\nVets Rock has become an annual tradition at Mohegan Sun\, bringing together veterans\, military families\, businesses\, and community organizations. \nThe Vets Rock Foundation was established in 2017 by the Mohegan Tribe of Indians of Connecticut to support veterans\, active-duty personnel\, reservists\, and their families. \nIts annual event combines public recognition with practical resources\, helping connect military members with organizations that understand the challenges and opportunities they may encounter. \nMohegan Sun also supports the military community throughout the year by offering discounts to eligible veterans\, active-duty personnel\, and military dependents at more than 40 dining and retail locations. \nThe November 14 gathering continues that commitment while providing a central location where veterans can explore services\, meet employers\, and connect with one another. \nPlanning Your Visit\nVets Rock 2026 takes place Saturday\, November 14\, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville. \nThe opening ceremony begins at 11 a.m. at The Shops at Mohegan Sun\, in front of the Box Office. \nThe Veterans Resource Expo follows from noon to 4 p.m. in the Uncas Ballroom. \nAdmission is free\, and all ages are welcome. Guests interested in Casino 101 must be at least 21 years old. \nFor visitors attending the expo\, Mohegan Sun recommends parking in the Riverview Parking Garage and using the Sky Entrance for convenient access to the Uncas Ballroom. \nWhether attending to honor a loved one’s military service\, explore employment opportunities\, or learn more about available veterans benefits\, Vets Rock offers a day dedicated to recognizing and supporting those who have served. \n\nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/vets-rock-2026-mohegan-sun-honors-americas-veterans/
LOCATION:Mohegan Sun\, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd\, Uncasville\, 06382\, United States
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SUMMARY:Outer Light Brewing's Pours with Purpose: Raise a Glass for Veterans
DESCRIPTION: At a Glance\nWhat: Pours with Purpose: Irreverent Warriors Connecticut\nWhen: Saturday\, November 14\, 2026\nTime: 3–8 p.m.\nLocation: Outer Light Brewing Company\, 266 Bridge Street\, Unit 1\, Groton\, CT 06340\nFeaturing: Guest bartenders from Irreverent Warriors Connecticut\, craft beer\, and fundraising for veterans\nFundraiser: $1 from every pour and 100% of event tips donated to Irreverent Warriors Connecticut\nBeneficiary: Irreverent Warriors Connecticut\nContact: (475) 201-9972 \nEvent Description\nPours with Purpose brings an afternoon of craft beer and community support to Outer Light Brewing Company in Groton on Saturday\, November 14. From 3 to 8 p.m.\, the brewery will welcome guest bartenders from Irreverent Warriors Connecticut for a fundraising event supporting veterans’ mental health and the connections that help former service members navigate life after military service. \nThroughout the five-hour event\, $1 from every beer poured will go directly to Irreverent Warriors Connecticut. The brewery will also donate 100% of the tips collected during the fundraiser\, giving visitors two ways to contribute simply by stopping in for a drink. \nVeterans Serving Behind the Bar\nThe evening’s guest bartenders will be members of the Irreverent Warriors Connecticut leadership team. These veterans will trade their usual roles for a shift behind the taproom bar\, serving beer\, meeting visitors\, and sharing information about their organization’s work. \nThe event offers an opportunity for local residents to meet veterans involved in the organization\, learn about its mission\, and support a cause that extends beyond a single afternoon. \nVisitors don’t need to be veterans to participate. The fundraiser welcomes anyone interested in supporting the military community while enjoying an afternoon at a local brewery. \nThe Mission Behind Irreverent Warriors\nIrreverent Warriors is a veteran-led nonprofit organization focused on bringing military veterans together through humor\, camaraderie\, and shared experiences. \nIts mission centers on improving veterans’ mental health and helping prevent veteran suicide by strengthening connections among those who have served. \nOne of the organization’s best-known activities is its Silkies Hikes\, gatherings where veterans walk together wearing the short military-style exercise shorts commonly called silkies. \nThe hikes may look unconventional to someone unfamiliar with military culture\, but their purpose is serious. \nThey create opportunities for veterans to reconnect with others who understand military life\, share experiences\, and build friendships that can continue long after an event ends. \nThe organization emphasizes the value of laughter and genuine human connection\, recognizing that the transition from military service to civilian life can sometimes leave veterans feeling isolated. \nIrreverent Warriors Connecticut brings that mission to the local veteran community through events and opportunities for veterans to connect. \nA Local Brewery Supporting a Local Cause\nOuter Light Brewing Company has become a familiar gathering place for craft beer enthusiasts in southeastern Connecticut. \nLocated on Bridge Street in Groton\, the independent brewery offers a changing selection of locally brewed beers in its taproom. \nIts Pours with Purpose events connect the brewery’s customers with nonprofit organizations and community causes\, turning an ordinary afternoon at the taproom into an opportunity to give back. \nFor this edition\, the fundraising arrangement is straightforward: every pour contributes $1\, and every tip collected during the event goes to Irreverent Warriors Connecticut. \nThat means visitors can support the organization without making a separate donation\, although the event also provides an opportunity to learn more about the nonprofit’s work. \nFive Hours to Make a Difference\nPours with Purpose runs from 3 to 8 p.m.\, allowing visitors to stop in at any point during the afternoon or early evening. \nGuests can enjoy a locally brewed beer\, meet members of Irreverent Warriors Connecticut\, and learn about the organization’s efforts to strengthen connections among veterans. \nFor those who have served\, it may also be an opportunity to meet other veterans and discover a community built around shared experiences. \nThe fundraiser offers a simple way to recognize Veterans Day week while supporting an organization working to ensure that former service members have opportunities for friendship\, laughter\, and connection. \n\n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/outer-light-brewings-pours-with-purpose-raise-a-glass-for-veterans/
LOCATION:Outer Light Brewing Company\, 266 Bridge Street\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
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