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Join or Die: Free Community Film Screening (NEWLY ADDED)
Experience the newly added public screening of Join or Die—a powerful documentary based on the civic research of Robert Putnam. Doors open at 6:00 PM, with the screening beginning at 6:30 PM. This 90-minute film examines the decline of civic engagement in America and the importance of joining together. Don’t miss this final public showing before the filmmaker’s conversation and Community Joiner Fair the following evening.
Join or Die: A Conversation with Filmmaker Rebecca Davis & Joining Fair
Be part of the "Join or Die" movement! This event features a thought-provoking Q&A with co-filmmaker Rebecca Davis and a "Joiner Fair" designed to connect you with local clubs, non-profits, and your community.
Boots On The Ground: A Conversation with Elizabeth Partridge
Join us for a book talk with author Elizabeth Partridge on her book Boots on the Ground. The evening includes a rousing presentation of the book and Vietnam War topic, followed by a Q&A with the author.
Carriage House Market - Vintage, Antiques & Makers
Spend a relaxing Sunday afternoon with us browsing unique vintage, antique and makers booths.
Searching for Spirits - A Paranormal Investigation
Step inside the Alger House for a spine-tingling evening of ghostly tales and paranormal exploration.
Second Saturdays at TWM: Princess & Superhero Party
Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial—monthly themed events filled with crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance, and more family-friendly fun!
Silent Book Club at The War Memorial
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!
Impact Through Social Media: An Interactive Workshop with @ColinDetroit
Discover the power of authentic storytelling in the digital age with Detroit-based content creator and entrepreneur Colin McConnell (@ColinDetroit).
Nuno Felting with Ann Jacob
This class involves utilizing the natural characteristics of wool fiber to create a fabulous scarf or wrap to keep or give as a gift. We will begin by dyeing silk gauze to one or multiple colors then adding the wool fibers to it in either a random or patterned way. The process involves agitating the silk and wool fiber in hot, soapy water until the fibers start to bond. Household rubber glover are needed for this. The results are fairly immediate and really stunning. As an option, we may embellish the scarf with beads, ribbons and embroidery stitches. Students will also learn to make an accessory to add to the scarf or use in another project.
The materials fee includes silk fabrics and silk scarves, dyes, embellishments, fiber, ribbons, yarns and felting equipment.
Students should bring household rubber gloves.
Gemstone Ring Workshop w/ Twistful Thinking
Join us for a creative workshop where you'll learn to design and craft your very own sterling silver ring adorned with a beautiful gemstone!
El Encuentro - The Latin Legacy Salsa Affair
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month The War Memorial presents: “El Encuentro” The Latin Legacy Salsa Affair.
Halloween Spooktacular
Join us on Sunday, October 26th, from 12–3 PM for a Halloween-themed family event you won't want to miss. It’s going to be a spectacular spooktacular filled with festive fun, spooky surprises, and memories for all ages! Costumes are encouraged.
Portraits In The Style of John Singer Sargent
One of the best ways to learn posthumously from a master painter is to paint a “master copy." In this workshop we will learn from John Singer Sargent's Study of an Egyptian Girl. You can see it at the Art Institute of Chicago.
Sargent went to Egypt in 1891 in search of source material for a mural commissioned by the Boston Public Library. Like many 19th-century European artists, he was drawn to the Egypt by its ancient history. For this study, Sargent returned to his academic training, carefully modeling the girls's facial structure and using a range of flesh tones, rather than relying on the swift, visible brushstrokes that characterize his society portraits.
The AC-119 Gunships: From Cargo to Combat
The AC-119 gunships saw battle during the Vietnam War, and this is your chance to learn more about the crews that flew them, and the aircraft itself. Barry Levine, author and avid historian, joins us to share his knowledge on these magnificent converted cargo planes.
Lines: Building Blocks of Art w/Saveria Giovinazzo
The line is one of the seven elements of art. For this workshop, Saveria Giovinazzo has developed a curriculum focused on exploring the use of lines in creating designs and balanced compositions.
Opera Soiree: Prosecco, Pasta & Puccini
Raise a glass and savor an evening of Italian elegance at the War Memorial’s Prosecco, Pasta, and Puccini. Join the Detroit Opera Resident Artists for a sparkling program of Puccini’s most beloved arias, duets, and ensembles from the romance of La rondine and the passion of Tosca to the heart stopping beauty of La bohème and Turandot.
Second Saturdays at TWM: Wild Wildlife
Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial—monthly themed events filled with crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance, and more family-friendly fun!
Candlelight: The Wizard of Oz - A Classical Concert
We wish to welcome you to Candlelight: The Wizard of Oz - A Classical Concert in Detroit! This enchanting live music experience, brought to you by Warner Bros. and Candlelight, promises nostalgia, wonder, and a touch of magic as we relive the greatest songs from the 1939 classic, The Wizard of Oz.
Second Saturdays at TWM: Space Explorers Blast Off!
Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial—monthly themed events filled with crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance, and more family-friendly fun!
Second Saturdays at TWM: We LOVE the Olympics!
Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial—monthly themed events filled with crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance, and more family-friendly fun!
Second Saturdays at TWM: Red, White & Blue Celebration
Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial—monthly themed events filled with crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance, and more family-friendly fun!
Grosse Pointe Sunrise Rotary Run - Join the War Memorial Team!
Join the War Memorial Team for the Grosse Pointe Sunrise Rotary Run!
Flying the P-3 Orion: A Vietnam War Pilot’s Story
Join retired Navy Captain, Randy Hotton to learn about the use of the P-3 Orion Aircraft during the Vietnam War.
Second Saturdays at TWM: At The Circus
Join us for Second Saturdays at The War Memorial—monthly themed events filled with crafts, activities, games, an onstage performance, and more family-friendly fun! Our season kicks off on September 13 with “At the Circus!”
Silent Book Club at The War Memorial
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!
Open Mic Night
Step into the spotlight — or pull up a chair and soak it all in. Open Mic Night at The War Memorial is your chance to be part of something creative, spontaneous, and uniquely local. Whether you’re a musician, poet, comic, or storyteller, this is your stage.
SummerFest Lecture: Motown Meets the Movement with Chris Hemler
Prior to the SummerFest Concert Series finale at The War Memorial, join us for a historical lecture led by Chris Hemler. His talk will explore the transformative role of music in the 1960s, amid the Vietnam War.
SummerFest Concert: Motown Museum presents Drey Skonie & the Klouds
Get ready for an unforgettable night of soul, rhythm, and pure Motown magic at SummerFest with Motown Museum Hitsville Arts Drey Skonie & The Klouds!
History Stroll Through the Pointes
Explore Grosse Pointe’s iconic landmarks during a History Stroll featuring tours at American House, The War Memorial, and the Ford House, plus light refreshments at each stop.
Candlelight Open Air Concert: A Tribute to Adele
Candlelight Open Air concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Detroit. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at The War Memorial under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Candlelight Open Air Concert: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Detroit. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Fleetwood Mac at The War Memorial under the gentle glow of candlelight.
SummerFest Movie: Wicked Sing-a-Long
Get ready to Defy Gravity at our free outdoor sing-a-long screening of the beloved musical Wicked, part of the SummerFest series!
Shakespeare on the Rocks: A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Step into a world of wit, wonder, and well-crafted cocktails as Shakespeare on the Rocks continues with A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Featuring the talents of Shakespeare in Detroit, this whimsical lakeside evening blends storytelling, spirits, and starlit skies for a night that’s truly midsummer magic.
SummerFest Concert: Persuasion Band
Get ready to groove and dance the night away with Persuasion Band as they take the stage for an unforgettable performance.
Grosse Pointe Symphony Orchestra: Outdoor Summer Concert
The Grosse Pointe Symphony Orchestra is a community orchestra dedicated to providing live, classical symphonic music to the community while providing an opportunity for local professionals and accomplished amateurs to perform the classics.
SummerFest Concert: Devin Scillian & Arizona Son
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of live music at SummerFest with a special concert featuring Devin Scillian & Arizona Son!
Awaken Your Senses: An Evening of Yin Yoga, Massage & Sound Bath
Join us for a healing evening aimed at releasing physical and mental tension through a combination of yin and restorative poses, breathing, lots of hands on massage, and a cellular level healing sound bath session.
SummerFest Movie: Dog Man
As part of our exciting SummerFest series, join us for a FREE outdoor screening of the critically acclaimed movie Dog Man! Grab your blankets and lawn chairs and settle in under the stars for a night of captivating cinema.
SummerFest Concert: Kimmie Horne
Join us for the first SummerFest concert of 2025 featuring international jazz sensation Kimmie Horne.
DIA Inside-Out Community Lecture
Join us on July 15th for a free behind the scenes look at the Inside-Out Program from DIA Community Engagement Manager Colleen McNamara.
Shakespeare on the Rocks: The Tempest
Step into a world of wit, wonder, and well-crafted cocktails as Shakespeare on the Rocks makes its debut with The Tempest. Brought to life by the artists of Shakespeare in Detroit, this lakeside evening of storytelling, spirits, and summer skies is—quite literally—such stuff as dreams are made on.
Picnic on the Lawn
Join us for a delightful picnic at The War Memorial, where the bonds of community are strengthened amidst laughter, food, and lakeside views.
Vietnam Through The Lens: The James “Skip” Liberty Story Film Screening
Filmmaker, Tommy Dilger uses firsthand, home video footage shot by Skip Liberty during his time in the Vietnam War to one soldier’s journey during the conflict.
Candlelight Open Air Concert: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Detroit. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Fleetwood Mac at The War Memorial under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Candlelight Open Air Concert: A Tribute to Adele
Candlelight Open Air concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Detroit. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at The War Memorial under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Wine Down: A Tasting Experience with Michael Bottigliero
Indulge in an unforgettable evening of fine wine and exquisite pairings with celebrated Sommelier Michael Bottigliero, as featured on the Steve Harvey Show. Join us at the War Memorial for an exclusive wine tasting event that will delight your senses and deepen your appreciation for the art of wine.
Awaken Your Senses: An Evening of Yin Yoga, Massage & Sound Bath
Join us for a healing evening aimed at releasing physical and mental tension through a combination of yin and restorative poses, breathing, lots of hands on massage, and a cellular level healing sound bath session
Low Country-style Shrimp Boil
Join us for an evening of Southern-inspired flavors, craft brews, and lakeside charm at this Thursday Night Social. Enjoy a traditional Low Country Shrimp Boil by Chef Joe Paxton, craft beer from Someday Brewing, and live bluegrass, country, and folk tunes from dobro artist Mark Lavengood.
Puzzle Palooza at the War Memorial
Get ready for a night of fast hands, sharp minds, and friendly competition! At Puzzle Palooza, teams of 2, 4—or even the whole family—will race the clock and each other in a timed puzzle showdown for prizes and bragging rights inside the historic War Memorial mansion.
Mother's Day Modern Calligraphy for Beginners
Join us at The War Memorial in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan for calligraphy for beginners. Whether you’re a stationery nerd, DIY Bride-to-be, or just a crafty individual, in this workshop you’ll be learning an introduction to modern calligraphy with a pointed dip pen and ink. We will cover all the basics and get you ready to add those special lettered details to your snail mail, wedding paper goods, home decor and more! The perfect crafty night out!
Grosse Pointe Symphony Orchestra Concert
The Grosse Pointe Symphony Orchestra is a community orchestra dedicated to providing live, classical symphonic music to the community while providing an opportunity for local professionals and accomplished amateurs to perform the classics.
Thank you to our sponsors
Charles Schwab GP Community Advocate Sponsor
George Johnson & Company Arts & Culture Friend Sponsor
Wolverine Packing Co. Patriotic Advocate Sponsor
Jeffrey Smith & Lisa Vallee-Smith Patriotic Partner Sponsor
Frank Rewold & Sons Patriotic Partner Sponsor
Grosse Pointe Garden Center Patriotic Friend Sponsor
Butcher & Butcher Construction Co. Patriotic Host Sponsor