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BRIEF: Salute to Veterans set

Odessa American - 1/20/2017

Jan. 20--The Midland Army Air Field Museum Gala -- A Salute to Veterans is scheduled for Feb. 4. VIPs start coming in at 6 p.m. and the general public at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $50 and World War II veterans are admitted free. Wine, beer and finger food will be available, along with a live and silent auction.

Sponsor tables are available for a price range of $1,000 to $5,000.

The event is a chance to showcase the new Midland Army Air Field Museum, put together by the High Sky Wing. This is also the one-year anniversary of the High Sky Wing taking over the museum and the 75th anniversary of the Midland Army Air Field, volunteer Patti Collins said.

Tumbleweed Smith, media personality, author and veteran, will be the emcee and auctioneer. Entertainment will be provided by the Victory Belles from the National World War II Museum in New Orleans.

Collins said the High Sky Wing is trying to raise funds to keep the museum going.

For more information on contributing, email airpear@gmail.com or call 432-703-3142.

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