Edition No. 97

Arts and Culture

Car and Driver magazine selects The War Memorial as its backdrop to capture photos of luxury sedans for its November 2022 issue.

Community and Family

With the final days before Halloween upon us, cities like Detroit and Grosse Pointe are rolling out family-friendly activities to get in the spirit!


Car and Driver Magazine highlights the historic Alger House in November issue

From the November 2022 issue of Car and Driver.

Car and Driver, an American automotive enthusiast magazine, recently selected The War Memorial as its backdrop to capture photos of luxury sedans for its November 2022 issue.

Rich Ceppos’ article Luxury-Sedan Showdown: 2023 Genesis G90 vs. 2022 Lexus LS500 vs. 2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 dives into the details of luxury sedans and how these full-size flagships prove the traditional sedan is far from dead.

Car and Driver is owned by Hearst Magazines, who purchased prior owner Hachette Filipacchi Media U.S. in 2011. It was founded as Sports Cars Illustrated. The magazine is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

If you take a close look at the photos, you might even spot a few of Grosse Pointe’s favorite spots for coffee or shopping! Read more at the button below!


Last minute Halloween fun

With the final days before Halloween upon us, cities like Detroit and Grosse Pointe are rolling out family-friendly activities to get in the spirit!

Are you a dog lover? The Grand Circus Dog Park Howl-O-Ween Costume Party is set for Oct. 29 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the park, located at 101 Witherell St. in Detroit. From silly to scary, the 9th annual Grand Circus Dog Park Howl-O-Ween Costume Party is certain to be a “paws-itively” good time for pet owners and their four-legged friends.

From hot dogs to “pup-kin” spice lattes, owners are encouraged to dress their precious pets in creative costumes for a chance to win a gift card courtesy of Premier Pet Supply in one of these categories: Best Costume, Scariest Costume, Most Creative Costume and Best Pet and Parent Combination. Additional details for your furry friend can be found at the button below!

Back in the Pointes, Trunk or Treat in Grosse Pointe Park is scheduled for Oct. 29. From 2 to 5 p.m., the Christian education department at St. Paul AME is hosting the event which welcomes families for an afternoon of fun. The church is located at 1385 Wayburn in Grosse Pointe Park. Learn more at grossepointechamber.com/event/trunk-or-treat.  

The fun continues on Halloween at Trick or Treat in the Village on Kercheval Avenue in downtown Grosse Pointe. From 3:30 to 4:45 p.m., kids are invited to trick-or-treat at The Village's most spooktacular merchants! This trick-or-treating event is hosted by the City of Grosse Pointe Parks and Recreation Department and Main Street Grosse Pointe. Learn more at grossepointechamber.com/event/trick-or-treat-in-the-village.

In the mood for seasonal music selections? The Detroit Symphony Orchestra is boarding the Hogwarts Express Oct. 29 at 11 a.m. Join conductor Erin Freeman and the DSO for selections from your favorite Harry Potter films and more. Witches, wizards and muggles are invited to participate in the annual costume contest and other pre-concert activities. The event takes place at Orchestra Hall, at 3711 Woodward Ave. in Detroit. Tickets and additional details are available at the button below!


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 aim to be.

The content featured on Inspired Thoughts is curated by War Memorial leadership — we also look forward to featuring special guest curators in the near future. If you are interested in providing content for Inspired Thoughts, please email our Communications team at dmurphy@warmemorial.org.

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