Melissa Newman

Join us for a warm evening of hot Jazz at Westport’s own Jazz Inferno! Melissa  is a natural talent, and really makes every song she sings her very own. With a band like this, the evening is sure to be way over the top. This show always sells out so be sure and get reservations early!

Melissa Newman had a lucrative career singing jingles for companies like AT&T and Chevrolet. Locally she has  performed at the Blue Lemon, Tengda, and Harvest in Westport,
with guitarist Tony Lombardozzi and bassist Phil Bowler. Melissa also makes, shows and sells ceramic and porcelain sculpture. Melissa was a featured artist in the recent major exhibit, “Layers Revealed” at The Norwalk Art Space. She lives in Westport with her husband and two sons.

And if that is not enough, we celebrate Melissa as an author!  She has a new book out entitled “Head over Heels”, a love story in words and pictures.

 

Melissa Newman , vocals
Tony Lombardozzi, guitar
Phil Bowler, bass
Bobby Leonard, drums

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 399 invites all veterans to a Veterans Benefits Luncheon on Thursday, June 12th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 465 Riverside Avenue, Westport. This free event is open to all veterans as part of an outreach effort to check in on veterans’ welfare and connect them with the benefits and support they have earned.

Everyone is welcome. Whether you’re a veteran or you know someone who served, this is a chance to enjoy lunch, learn more about available veterans’ benefits, and connect with other members of the veteran community in a relaxed and supportive setting.

The event is part of VFW Post 399’s ongoing mission to serve those who have served. Representatives will be on hand to answer questions and provide information on services and assistance available to veterans.

RSVPs are encouraged, but NOT required to help with planning. Please email vfw399ct@gmail.com and include the number of attendees in your message or call VFW Post 399 at (203) 227-6796.

Come join us in honoring those who served—because every veteran deserves our support!

Fasten your seat belt!  Get ready for a night of unforgettable music as VFW Post 399 proudly presents a special BLUES PARTY featuring MARK NAFTALIN, legendary keyboardist and original member of the Paul Butterfield Blues Band and inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame!

Joining Naftalin on stage will be an all-star lineup of blues heavyweights:

• Mark Zaretsky – Harmonica & Vocals
• Paul Gabriel – Guitar & Vocals
• JD Seem – Guitar & Vocals

Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025

Location: VFW Post 399, 465 Riverside Avenue, Westport, CT

Doors Open: 6:30 PM

Show Starts: 7:30 PM

🎟️ Tickets available online…Scan the QR codes on the flyer to purchase now!  $20 Advance / $25 Day of Show at Door

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience world-class blues in an intimate setting, while supporting the veteran community.  Tickets are limited – get yours early and be part of an incredible night of music and community.