Edition No. 161
Exhibit focuses on former War Memorial art instructor’s work
As explained in a recent Grosse Pointe Times article, Carol LaChiusa continues to paint beautiful pieces, some of which are featured in her new solo exhibition.
“LaChiusa Lollapalooza: Carol LaChiusa Works in Watercolor,” in the art gallery in Grosse Pointe Congregational Church in Grosse Pointe Farms, runs through March 3.
The 93-year-old LaChiusa formerly taught classes at The War Memorial and had a watercolor workshop demonstration program on the Grosse Pointe cable station from 1987 until 2001.
Grosse Pointe Congregational Church is located at 240 Chalfonte Ave. in Grosse Pointe Farms.
To read the article, click here.
Veterans educational seminar planned at The War Memorial
Hosted by The War Memorial’s Veterans Committee, the first veteran's educational seminar of 2024 is Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. with folks from the Disability Law Group in Troy. Lunch will be provided.
The Veterans Committee was formed in the fall of 2023. Its primary goal is to offer more events and initiatives with a veterans focus.
Disability Law Group exclusively specializes in helping disabled individuals get the disability benefits they deserve. One area it specializes in is veterans’ benefits. Benefits can include health care, monthly disability checks, life insurance, home loans, and education through the GI bill.
For more information and to register for the seminar, click here.
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