Edition No. 234
Barktober Fest at The War Memorial
Join us for a paw-sitively unforgettable day of fall fun at Barktober Fest 2025 — a dog-friendly Oktoberfest celebration for pups and their people!
Guests can stroll the grounds with their pets, enjoy festive fall activities, browse pet-friendly vendors, and connect with fellow dog owners. Your furry friend will enjoy a fun-filled afternoon featuring a pet costume contest, local dog-friendly vendors, and beer tasting for dog parents.
Prizes will be awarded for Most Creative Costume, Scariest Costume, and Best Duo (You and Your Pet!).
To purchase tickets, click here.
Impact Through Social Media: An Interactive Workshop with @ColinDetroit
Tickets just $5!
On Oct. 15, discover the power of authentic storytelling in the digital age with Detroit-based content creator and entrepreneur Colin McConnell (@ColinDetroit). With more than 520,000 followers built through community-driven stories, Colin has become a trusted voice by showing the human side of social media.
Learn how to craft and share your own story in a way that resonates, explore strategies for turning online presence into real-world impact, and more.
To purchase tickets, click here.
Vet-To-Vet
Start your day with coffee, breakfast treats, and great company at this special veterans gathering, hosted by The War Memorial’s Veterans Committee.
Whether you're recently discharged or a longtime veteran, Vet-to-Vet is a warm and welcoming space to connect with fellow servicemembers, share stories, and enjoy camaraderie rooted in shared experience.
This gathering is more than just coffee—it's a chance to reflect, reconnect, and be recognized. Your service matters, and this is our way of saying thank you for your dedication and sacrifice.
For more information and to register, click here.
Inspired Thoughts is a collection of highly curated content that embraces the spirit and purpose of The War Memorial: arts and culture, community enrichment, leadership, and patriotism.
Derived from the notion that learning from others is the key to success, Inspired Thoughts is meant to shine a light on those making a difference in the world around them. This collection features artists, poets, writers, architects, and every thought leader in-between. Inspired Thoughts is the strongest reflection of what The War Memorial stands for, and what we strive to be. The content featured on Inspired Thoughts is curated by War Memorial leadership.