Mill Creek man to lead Wizards
The Wizards of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 133 plans to conduct a formal change of command ceremony Nov. 10 at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Cmdr. Todd Zentner, of Mill Creek, is set to relieve Cmdr. Blake J. Tornga as the commanding officer of the Wizards.
Zentner, a 1993 graduate of Cascade High School, received his commission from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1998 and graduated from the U.S. Naval War College in 2015 before joining VAQ-133 as executive officer. He has made numerous deployments in support of Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom, and to the Western Pacific theater.
“It is an honor to serve with the great men and women in the Wizards, but also to serve where I was raised. I learned to fly in Snohomish when I was a kid, and dreamed of flying the jets at Whidbey Island. Now I get to live that dream every day,” Zentner said in a statement.
Active Duty
U.S. Air Force Airman Terence Starzl graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. Starzl is a 2016 graduate of Everett High School.
News
DAV membership cards: Disabled American Veterans Snohomish County Chapter 13 says a glitch prevented some new members from being routed to their local chapter for assistance. Anyone in Snohomish County who received a membership card with the number 46011 on it should contact the chapter to have it switched to a card with 46013. More info: 425-299-3373.
Bricks fundraiser: The Stanwood Area Historical Society plans a Community Veterans Memorial for a courtyard adjacent to the Floyd Norgaard Cultural Center. A brick remembrance wall is part of the design. The names of veterans can be etched in a brick for a $150 donation to help fund the memorial’s construction. More info: SAHSRH2@aol.com.
Suits for Soldiers: Work attire can be donated to any local Farmers Insurance office through Nov. 30 as part of an effort to help veterans transition to the civilian workforce. More info: www.farmers.com/careers/veterans-resources.
Events
Lunch and Learn for vets: Veterans, spouses and surviving spouses are invited to an informative lunch to learn about benefits and resources from the Veterans Benefits Administration, 12-2 p.m. Nov. 4 at the Lynnwood Senior Center, 19000 44th Ave. W. A hot lunch and dessert is sponsored by Brookdale Alderwood Living Solutions. Free to veterans, spouses and surviving spouses. More info: Janet Sigler, 425-670-5050 or jsigler@ci.lynnwood.wa.us.
Vietnam veteran dinner: American Legion Post 234 of Mountlake Terrace will honor Vietnam War era veterans with a free four-course gourmet dinner and entertainment, 5-8 p.m. Nov. 4 at Aegis of Shoreline, 14900 First Ave. NE, Shoreline. Reservations required by Nov. 1. All Vietnam veterans who have not yet received a 50th anniversary commemoration lapel pin are encouraged to attend. More info: 206-367-6700.
NJROTC parade: The Marysville School District Navy Junior ROTC annual military parade is set for 7 p.m. Nov. 8 in the gym at Marysville Pilchuck High School, 5611 108th St. NE. Guest inspector is the USS Shoup’s executive officer. Other dignitaries also are expected, including World War II veteran Art Unruh. RSVP required. Civilians should wear appropriate school attire. Military should wear service dress blue. More info: 360-965-2131.
Concert: The Everett Chorale and the Shoreline Concert Band perform a “Salute to America” concert, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Edmonds Performing Arts Center, 410 Fourth Ave. N. Special guest performer is Staff Sgt. Harry Ong of the U.S. Marines Corps Band on clarinet. Guest passes available at Coldwell Banker Bain offices in Edmonds (108 Fifth Ave. S) or Lynnwood (4100 194th St. SW, #135), or general seating opens at 7:15 p.m. Free, but donations requested. More info: 425-771-1000, 425-771-6444.
USO Dance: The Carl Gipson Senior Center of Everett hosts the annual USO Veteran’s Day Dance, 1-5 p.m. Nov. 11 at 3025 Lombard Ave. All veterans from all wars are invited to join in on the fun, and are encouraged to bring their guests to this free event. Attendees must be older than age 50. Live swing band music, 1940s displays, free refreshments. Admission is free but reserved tickets are required and must be picked up before the event. More info: 425-257-8780.
Free stuff: Area businesses salute veterans and active duty military on Veterans Day Nov. 11. The Flying Heritage Collection (3407 109th St. SW, Everett) offers free admission. The NOAH Center (31300 Brandstrom Road, Stanwood) offers spay and neuter services for veteran-owned pets. Wienerschnitzel (5905 Evergreen Way, Everett) offers a free chili dog meal. Olive Garden (various locations) offers a free meal from a special menu. Proof of service required for all benefits.
Forget-Me-Not: Volunteers with Disabled American Veterans Snohomish County Chapter 13 will accept donations to help local disabled veterans, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Nov. 11-13 at QFC, 11700 Mukilteo Speedway, Mukilteo. The blue silk flowers are sold as part of DAV Forget-Me-Not Day.
Resources
Employers Support of the Guard and Reserves: ESGR supports the men and women of the Guard and Reserves, including employer and supervisor awards programs, under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. More info: 800-336-4590 option 1, esgr.mil.
Resource workshop: A free Veteran’s Services Resource Workshop is offered 2-3 p.m. first Mondays at Everett Community Justice Center, 8625 Evergreen Way, Suite 108. Housing assistance, employment resources, resume help, health care answers, skills lab, PTSD counseling and more. Bus vouchers available. More info: 425-356-2800.
Job help: Homeless, unemployed veterans can get help through Workforce Snohomish. Employment assistance, support services, help with VA benefits and housing. More info: Gordon Meade, 425-921-3478 or gordon.meade@workforcesnohomish.org.
Veterans Groups
Coast Guard Auxiliary: 7 p.m. second Tuesdays, Port of Everett Conference Center, 404 14th St. More info: Melin Ford, 360-794-1723 or melinford25@gmail.com.
Fleet Reserve Association and Ladies Fleet Reserve Association Unit and Branch 18: Lunch noon, meeting 1 p.m. second Saturdays, 23003 56th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. More info: 425-771-2774.
Fleet Reserve Association Branch 170: 5 p.m. second Wednesdays, 6802 Beverly Blvd., Everett. More info: 425-353-2600.
Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 12: 7 p.m. fourth Tuesdays, Lynnwood Elks Club, 6620 196th St. SW. More info: 360-333-3163.
Disabled American Veterans Snohomish County Chapter 13: 7 p.m. first Tuesdays, dinner at 6, at the Lynnwood Eagles, 19223 Highway 99. More info: 425-299-3373, davsnohomish13@gmail.com.
Submariners: The U.S. Submarine Veterans Seattle chapter meets 6 p.m. third Wednesdays at VFW Lake Washington Post 4330 in Redmond. More info: www.ussvi.org/base/Seattle.asp.
Veterans: An unaffiliated group of veterans of wars in foreign lands meets at 1 p.m. second Wednesdays, Carl Gipson Senior Center, 3025 Lombard Ave., Everett. More info: 425-257-8780.
AMERICAN LEGION
Arlington: Legion Post 76 and Auxiliary meetings, 7 p.m. second Tuesdays. SAL meetings 6 p.m. first Thursdays. All meetings are downstairs at 115 N. Olympic Ave. Breakfast is served from 8 to 10:30 a.m. the first Saturday of each month for $6 a plate. More info: 360-435-2492.
Bothell: Legion Post 127 meets 7 p.m. second Wednesdays, 21920 Highway 9. Service officer available to help with veterans issues. More info: Commander Burt Marsh, 206-999-3254.
Edmonds: Frank Freese Legion Post 66 meets 6 p.m. third Mondays, Post Hall, 117 S. Sixth St. Light meal served at 5:15 p.m. More info: Les, 206-546-6831.
Everett: Sen. Henry M. Jackson Legion Post 6 meets 6 p.m. second Thursdays, Fleet Reserve Association Club, 6802 Beverly Blvd. More info: Marvin, 425-923-8172.
Lake Stevens: Memorial Legion Post 181 meets 7 p.m. second and fourth Thursdays, Lake Stevens Community Center, 1812 124th Ave. NE. More info: Tony at 360-631-3242, or Vern at 425-343-9637; info@post181.org; www.facebook.com/lakestevens.legion.
Lynnwood: Legion Post 37 meets 7 p.m. third Thursdays, Lynnwood Elks Club, 6620 196th St. SW. More info: 425-585-0279.
Marysville: Legion Post 178 meets 7 p.m. third Thursdays, Post Hall, 119 Cedar Ave. Social hour at 6 p.m. Service officer hours by appointment only (360-659-5808). More info: 360-653-0155, legionpost178wa@gmail.com, americanlegion178wa.cfsites.org.
Monroe: Arthur Kincaid Legion Post 58 meets 7 p.m. third Tuesdays, Brookdale Senior Living, 15465 179th Ave. More info: Russell Dean at 425-359-7071.
Mountlake Terrace: S. Al Wilcox Legion Post 234 meets 7 p.m. second Mondays, with 6 p.m. social hour, Legion Hall, 22909 56th Ave. W. More info: americanlegionpost234.org, americanlegionpost234@gmail.com, 425-776-5490.
Snohomish: Earl Winehart Legion Post 96 meets 7 p.m. second Tuesdays, Legion Hall, 1201 First St. More info: 360-568-5340.
Stanwood: Frank H. Hancock Legion Post 92 and Auxiliary meet 7 p.m. second Mondays, 26921 88th Ave. NW, Stanwood. Prime rib dinner, 4:30 p.m. third Fridays. Service office open 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays. More info: 360-629-8021.
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS
New members: The Veterans of Foreign Wars posts and auxiliaries of Snohomish County seek new members. VFW needs your last separation certification or other proof of eligibility. Auxiliary members are relatives, both female and male, of eligible veterans. For more information, call 425-337-1559.
Arlington: Boyer-Daniel VFW Post 1561 meets 7 p.m. first Tuesdays. More info: 425-232-8453, 360-435-6677 or vfw1561.org.
Edmonds: VFW Post 8870 meets 6 p.m. second Tuesdays, with a light supper at 5:15 p.m., Edmonds American Legion Hall, 117 Sixth Ave. S. More info: 425-245-8545, dennisvfw8870@gmail.com, www.vfw8870.org. Auxiliary: Noon second Fridays at the Edmonds Senior Center, 220 Railroad Ave.
Everett: Old Guard VFW Post 2100 meets 6:30 p.m. third Tuesdays, 2711 Oakes Ave. More info: Don Wischmann, 425-760-9031, www.vfwpost2100.org. Auxiliary: 6:30 p.m. second Mondays. More info: 425-337-1559.
Gold Bar: Martin-Osterholtz VFW Post 9417 meets 6 p.m. first Thursdays, 301 Third St. More info: Doug White, 425-870-7298. Auxiliary: 3 p.m. first Thursdays. More info: Arden King, 360-793-2786.
Lynnwood: Walter A. Deebach VFW Post 1040 and Auxiliary meet 7 p.m. first Thursdays, Alderwood Boys and Girls Club, 19619 24th Ave. W. More info: Frank, 425-697-4102 (Post); Myra Rintamaki, 206-235-0348 (Auxiliary).
Monroe: VFW Post 7511 meets 7 p.m. second Thursdays, IOOF Hall, 610 Lewis St. More info: Ken, 425-315-3509.
Oak Harbor: Whitehead-Muzzall VFW Post 7392 and Auxiliary meet 7 p.m. first Mondays, VFW Riders at 6:30 p.m. second Fridays, 3037 N Goldie Road. More info: 360-675-4048, vfwpost7392.org.
Snohomish: Gay Jones VFW Post 921 and Auxiliary meet 1 p.m. second Saturdays, Boys & Girls Club, 402 Second St. More info: 425-397-7111.
Sultan: VFW Post 2554 and Auxiliary meet 7 p.m. second Thursdays, Volunteers of America Community Center, 605 First St. More info: 425-870-0235.
To submit news for this column, contact reporter Melissa Slager: mslager@heraldnet.com.
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