Veterans News: 'Devotion' movie premier Nov. 23

Korea War veteran film

Honor Flight Nevada, Association of the U.S. Army Gen. Westmoreland Chapter and Veterans of Foreign Wars Silver State Post 3396 are hosting the premier of “Devotion,” a film based on the book Devotion: An Epic Story of Heroism, Friendship, and Sacrifice by Adam Makos.

The showing is Nov. 23 at the Galaxy Theatre Victorian in Sparks, 1250 Victorian Ave.

This movie is free to all Korean War veterans and guests. The preshow is 6:30 p.m. and the showing is at 7 p.m.

Makos retells the comradeship between naval officers Jesse Brown and Tom Hudner during the Korean War.

The sponsors are seeking help to invite Korean War Veterans to participate. There is also room for veterans and guests. Currently, the plan is to present the Republic of South Korea-Korean War Ambassador for Peace Medal to all Korean War veterans prior to the showing of the movie. Please help us to fill the theater with Korean War Veterans.

If you or your organization is interested in helping sponsor the film, let the sponsors know. Call 775-544-8786 for information.

Marine Ball

The 247th Birthday Ball for all U.S. Marines past and present, sailors and their guests is Nov. 12 at the American Legion Post 16, 90 N. Ada St.

Cocktails begin at 5 p.m., and all attendees are seated for the ceremony after 6 p.m.

The attire is semifinal (uniform optional: Marines Dress Blue A or B/sailors equivalent).

Guard retiree breakfast

The next breakfast for Nevada National Guard retirees is Nov. 14 at 8 a.m. The location is at the Elks Lodge at 515 N. Nevada St., Carson City.

Speakers are Fred Wager from the Nevada Department of Veterans Services and John Strahan, who will explain a project in Virginia City. RSVP by Nov. 10.

Events around the area

• Nov. 11 - Reno will host its Veterans Day Parade at 11:11 a.m. on Virginia Street in Reno.
• Nov. 11 - Virginia City will also host its Veterans Day parade beginning at 11 a.m. on C Street.
• Nov. 11 – RSVP and the Carson City Elks will be hosting their second annual Veterans Pancake Breakfast from 9-11 a.m. at the Carson City Elks Lodge.
• Nov. 11 – AUSA Reno will be hosting their annual Veterans Day dinner at the Tamarack Junction.
• Nov. 12 – Vietnam Veterans of America 989 will be hosting their annual Camos to the Classroom Gala at the Whitney Peak in Reno. Call 775-650-888-1564 for information.

University flag planting

In honor of Veterans Day, the University of Nevada, Reno Veteran Services department conducted a flag planting event on Monday on the University campus.

During the event, university students, faculty and staff planted 2,500 flags into the lawn of the Gateway Plaza. Hosted annually since 2012, the flag planting event recognizes veterans and active-duty military as well Nevada National guard, reservists and other military connected in the community.

American Legion

American Legion Post invites veterans to join them on Veterans Day.

The first drink is free for all verified veterans. A $5 smash burger dinner for all will be served from 6-8 p.m. with french fries or onion rings.

The post is located at 90 N. Ada St.

Elks Club

The Fallon Elks Club is having a lunch on Veterans Day from noon to 2 p.m.

The lunch is honor of all who served. Vets eat free. The bar will be open, and the meal includes hamburgers, french fries, coleslaw and dessert.

Presentation of the colors will be performed by Boy Scout Troop 1776.

The Fallon Elks Lodge is located at 93 E. Center St.