Food & Drink Events
Coming Together Over Culinary Excellence
Find one of our Food & Drink events that will tickle your tastebuds and tantalize your imagination.
Join the War Memorial & Next Chapter Books for an engaging author talk, just in time for the holiday season. We welcome Author Bonnie Jo Campbell, in conversation with local author Kelsey Ronan, for an in-depth discussion of her latest book, The Spirits.
Join us at The War Memorial’s Silent Book Club! Bring your current read—no assigned books, no pressure. Settle in, find a cozy spot, and enjoy an hour of peaceful, uninterrupted reading. We’ll kick off with a quick chat to get comfortable, then dive into our books.
Perfect for introverts, book lovers, and anyone looking to unwind.
All are welcome!
Think you know your music? Think you can recognize a hit in just a few seconds? Then grab your friends and get ready to put your musical memory to the test with Music Bingo!
As candlelight casts its glow across The War Memorial ballroom, four remarkable voices will fill the evening with music.
Gather in the historic Reception Room at the War Memorial for a new and exciting holiday cocktail class from Liquor and Lore.
This holiday season, join friends and family for a joy-filled Breakfast with Santa at The War Memorial! Santa makes a spectacular entrance via his iconic helicopter to kickstart the festivities.
Gather in the historic Alger House for a three-course holiday meal from our Executive Chef, followed by an upbeat holiday performance in our lakefront ballroom, courtesy of the Dave Bennett Quartet.