The Connecticut Society invites all Members and Guests to join us at any of our events. Our Calendar of Events is listed below. For more information or to buy tickets call The Connecticut Society at (202) 675-3052 or email us at CTSocietyDC@gmail.com.

For the third consecutive year, the Society took part in Hands on DC, an all-volunteer non-profit effort that runs an annual one day work-a-thon to improve conditions in DC's public schools and raise money for college scholarships. This year we helped to paint murals at the KIPP AIM School in Southeast DC on April 25. It's our way of giving back to our home away from Connecticut. View more pictures.

American Warrior is an organization based in Norwich that brings Connecticut World War II veterans to DC for a Day of Honor to see their memorial and visit many of DC’s other memorials to those who served our nation. From giving a hero’s welcome at National Airport to viewing the Iwo Jima Memorial at dusk, I think those of us who participated will agree that it was a moving experience we will never forget. View more pictures.

On September 26, we joined with other State Societies to fly the Connecticut flag at the National Moment of Remembrance at the U.S. Capitol. The White House Commission on Remembrance was established to honor the sacrifices of our fallen soldiers and their families. It was a moving ceremony and we were proud to meet and thank the families of several Connecticut soldiers who sacrificed their life for our nation. View more pictures.

 

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Sat. May 2, 2009

Over 60 guests joined the Society at our railside tent for our 14th annual trip to the Virginia Gold Cup in The Plains, VA. Below, Society President Brian Mahar and Connecticut's Cherry Blossom Princess Liz Malerba enjoy the races. View more pictures.

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Our annual Congressional reception on February 10 was a huge success with over 200 people joining us at the historic Mansfield Room in the U.S. Capitol. We were honored to have Senator Dodd, Congressman Courtney, and Congressman Murphy share a few words. Congressman Larson and Congressman Himes took time out of ther busy schedules to stop by as well. We appreciate the service they and their staff members provide for Connecticut and the nation. See pictures from the event in our photo album.

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Over 100 members enjoyed our annual Holiday Reception on December 1 at Clyde's Gallery Place. We hope everyone had fun and has a very happy holiday season and safe travels for all those visiting family in Connecticut (and around the country). View pictures here.

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The Connecticut Society's Nutmeggers softball team brought out over two dozen players throughout the season and finished up with a record of 5-5 in the U.S. House Softball League. It was our best season so far and we're looking forward to an even better record next year. photo album.

As New Englanders know so well, there's always next year. If you are interested in playing next season, contact Neil McKiernan at CTSocietyDC@gmail.com.  

Connecticut Society members regularly join our friend at the National Capital Chapter of the UConn Alumni Association to watch the Huskies play at local sports bars. Society members are also warmly welcomed for a pre-game reception when the Huskies travel to DC to take on the Georgetown Hoyas at the Verizon Center.

For additional information about the National Capital Chapter of the UConn Alumni Association, please visit, http://www.uconnalumni.com/dc.

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National Cherry Blossom Festival

For the first time in several years, Connecticut was represented at the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Below, Connecticut Cherry Blossom Princess Liz Malerba of Uncasville is escorted at the Grand Ball by her escort, Travis Cronin of West Hartford. View more pictures or read more about it in the New London Day.