Edition No. 175
We've Got Your Back: An Exhibition and Lecture Series
In the "We've got your back" exhibition and lecture series, the Grosse Pointe Artists Association honors those on the home front.
The Michigan Military Technical and Historical Society of Eastpointe combed through its collections, combining posters and artifacts for the exhibition that will open at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 9 at The War Memorial, along with the first of four lectures that will continue each Thursday at 6:30 through May 30.
The May 9 presentation is an overview of Detroit manufacturing focused on the war effort by Ron Lamparter. It is free, but registration is required.
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Learn how to make a Butterfly Garden
What are the essential elements needed in creating a garden habitat that is both attractive and sustaining to butterflies and other pollinators? Learn about plant selections, native plants, preparation and selection of the most beneficial garden site and other important tips.
On May 2 at 7 p.m., the Grosse Pointe Garden Center presents How to Make a Butterfly Garden with John Blair at The War Memorial.
Design elements for the 2024 Trial Garden theme, “A Butterfly Garden,” will be discussed throughout the presentation.
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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.