Edition No. 164
Stop, Bop, and Roll over to The War Memorial
Stop, Bop, and Roll! with Sean Dobbins and Friends is a fun, exciting, and interactive concert where you and your kids can learn about the foundation of jazz. Families are immersed in the world of jazz, swing, improvisation, and more!
Sean’s Feb. 24 appearance at 10:30 a.m. is part of The War Memorial’s Mini Maestros Family Concert. Sean and his friends will lead a concert full of lots of singing and dancing, and a chance to jam with the band!
Mini Maestros Family Concerts take place in the Alger Center Ballroom at The War Memorial, where all can see and hear the instruments and musicians up close. Be sure to arrive early to experience a pre-concert instrument petting zoo and more.
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Celebrate Black History at the Henry Ford
Through the end of the month, check out the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation in Dearborn for this special event.
This year’s national Black History Month theme focuses on African Americans and the Arts. The museum invites you to weekend celebrations featuring musicians, dancers, poets and plays. From the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s to the Black Arts Movement of the 1960s to the passionate performers of today, art holds a mirror to our society, lifts us up and challenges us to create change.
A musical performance is set for Feb. 17 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. by Rev. Robert B. Jones Sr. in the Museum Plaza.
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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.