The Sea Cadets, the official youth program of the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard, invites youths in grades 5-12, ages 10-18, to embark on an exciting journey of leadership, hands-on training, career exploration, physical fitness, and more.

Join the Sea Cadets Open House events to learn how you can start your journey:

– **Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 6:00 PM**
Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse
2414 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport

– **Thursday, February 29, 2024, at 6:30 PM**
Port 5
69 Brewster Street, Bridgeport

At these events, attendees will have the opportunity to discover the benefits of Sea Cadets, including learning to lead, experiencing hands-on training, exploring diverse career paths, getting physically fit, and much more.

For more information, please contact:
Captain Thurraya Kent, U.S. Navy (Retired)
Email: tkent@seacadets.org / Website: www.seacadets.org

Joe Purcell, VFW Post 399 is available to further discuss support at 203 856-4649 / jc.purcell@yahoo.com.

Don’t miss out on this chance to embark on a transformative journey with Sea Cadets!

Pete McGuiness

 

As a jazz composer-arranger, Pete is a dynamo.   Pete has written music for his own projects as well as being commissioned to write for many well-known jazz artists and schools. Some of these include Dave Liebman, the University Of Miami (Florida), The Westchester Jazz Orchestra, Charles McPherson and the New Jersey City University Jazz Ensemble, as well as receiving grants from such organizations as the National Endowment for the Arts.

He writes for his own big band, “The Pete McGuinness Jazz Orchestra”. The group has performed live at such NYC clubs as The Blue Note, The Jazz Gallery, and Iridium. Its debut CD “First Flight” was released nation-wide in 2007 on Summit records to much critical acclaim and radio play. Pete’s arrangement of “Smile” from the CD was officially nominated in 2008 for a GRAMMY award. And his most recent CD “Strength in Numbers” received TWO GRAMMY nomination;  Best Instrumental or A Capella Arrangement for “Beautiful Dreamer” AND Best Instrumental Arrangement With Vocals for “What Are You Doing The Rest Of Your Life?” Many of his charts are available for purchase through Kendor Music (pro-level arrangements) and Smart Chart Music (student-level arrangements), as well as directly from Pete. His music is performed by high school,  college, and professional big bands across the country, as well as in Europe. The PMJO is currently working on material for its third CD, to be real released in spring 2019.

Reservations strongly suggested.  JazzatThePost@gmail.com or please call Stephanie at 475-298-5079. Featuring a new hot menu from

Chef Derek Furino

Dinner starts at 6:30PM

VFW Post 399, 465 Riverside Ave, Westport CT 06880

Get ready to paint the town green! VFW Post 399 is thrilled to announce its annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Party on Saturday, March 16th, starting at 12 PM.

Customers can enjoy indulge in a delectable all-you-can-eat feast featuring mouthwatering corned beef and cabbage!

In addition to the scrumptious spread, guests can quench their thirst with $3 green beer, $4 Space Cat, and $5 Guinness specials. Tickets for the celebration are available for purchase in advance for $25, which includes lunch/dinner. To secure your spot at the hottest St. Patrick’s Day event in town, call (203) 227-6796 today! Grab your friends and family, and join us for an unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day bash!