Despite the rain on Saturday, a Patriot Boat Parade was hosted at the Brookfield VFW Post 10201.  State Commissioner of Veterans Affairs Tom Saadi served as a judge and helped present the awards with VFW State Commander Dommick Cortese, District 1 Commander John Kennedy, and Danbury Police Sgt John Krupinsky.  VFW Post 10201 Commander Joe Beal’s boat won first place for its patriotic theme and flags representing all branches of the Military including the Space Force.