VFW Post 399 is proud to announce its participation in the Town of Westport Veterans Day ceremony, scheduled for 11 am on Tuesday, November 11th at the Town Hall Auditorium. This event is a heartfelt tribute to all those who have served in the United States military.

The program for the ceremony includes the Posting of the Colors by VFW Post 399, Master of Ceremonies by Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame inductee, Judge Edward Karazin, Jr. remarks by First Selectwoman Jen Tooker, a Veterans Day Address by Staples High School senior Gunnar Eklund, and placing of a memorial wreath by VFW/American Legion Auxiliary.  Father Cyrus, Westport Assumption Church, will provide Invocation/Benediction and Honor Guard from the Westport Police Department will provide the ceremonial Rifle Salute.

Following the ceremony, VFW Post 399 will host a free Veterans Day luncheon at their premises to honor veterans for their dedicated service, sacrifices, and unwavering commitment to our nation.  We extend our heartfelt gratitude to every veteran for their service.

Everyone is invited to this event to show their support and appreciation for our veterans.

About VFW Post 399 – 465 Riverside Ave, Westport

VFW Post 399 is a dedicated organization committed to supporting and advocating for veterans. They play an active role in honoring and remembering those who have served in the United States military, as well as providing assistance and camaraderie to veterans.

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Steve Sandberg

November 13 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm

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$10.76 – $20.76

We are thrilled to have three time Emmy-nominated composer/pianist Steve Sandberg back with us. Steve plays original music that masterfully blends classical, world music and jazz with the excitement of virtuosic improvisation.

Steve’s mentor was multi-instrumentalist Mario Rivera, a member of the Dizzie Gillespie, Tito Puente, and George Coleman ensembles. Steve was pianist, composer and arranger for Rivera’s “Salsa Refugee” group, and also performed with Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, and Ruben Blades. A highlight of this period was an appearance in Rio and São Paolo in a duo with vocalist Bebel Gilberto.
Steve has toured with David Byrne (“Rei Momo”) as keyboardist and vocalist, and was musical director for Lincoln Center’s summer Brazilfest series.  He has conducted and arranged for Broadway (Chronicle of a Death Foretold) and for many regional and off-Broadway theatres, including the New York Shakespeare Festival.

Steve Sandberg – piano

Michael O’Brian – bass

Jeff Hirshfield -drums

Greg Wall – saxophones

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Steve Johns Mythology CT CD Release Event

November 6 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm

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$10.76 – $20.76

Steve Johns is one of the most dynamic and versatile drummers on both the New York City and international Jazz scenes. Since the early 1980’s he has performed and recorded with virtually the “Who’s Who” of the Jazz World. Steve has played with The Sonny Fortune Quartet, The Benny Carter Quartet, The Billy Taylor Trio, Nat Adderley, Jimmy Owens, Stanley Turrentine, Jimmy Heath, The Randy Brecker Quintet, Jesseye Norman, Dave Liebman, The Ronnie Cuber Band and many others.

 

Steve Johns: Drums

John Hart: Guitar

Greg Murphy: Piano

Monte Croft: Vibes

Joris Teepe: Bass

Greg Wall: Sax

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