From a concert series and children鈥檚 camp, to lectures about Normandy, France and World War II, summer at The War Memorial is promising to be an inspired time for all.
The War Memorial鈥檚 outdoor event venue, Les Braves Park and Gardens in Grosse Pointe Farms, is the perfect location to enjoy the bliss of lakeside breezes and the sense of community that comes from experiencing live, outdoor performances. Join us as we turn the back lawn of the historic Alger House into a concert venue with a community greenspace to enjoy. Sit back and relax 鈥 you鈥檙e guaranteed a summer evening you won鈥檛 forget.
The summer concert series schedule is Planet D Nonet: A Salute to Duke Ellington on July 20; Detroit Opera: Summer Serenade on July 27; and Bluewater Kings: The Soul Experience on Aug. 17. The concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. with tickets starting at $15. Tickets can be purchased on The War Memorial鈥檚 .
The Planet D Nonet jazz band performs the music of some of the greatest jazz musicians and composers of all-time, while Detroit Opera sings musical selections from well-known opera and musical theatre pieces. Bluewater Kings: The Soul Experience consists of some of the top Detroit musicians who jam to musical hits from Motown to funk, to soul to Top 40.
For the youngsters in your life, The War Memorial once again offers USA 鈥 summertime day camps for kids and teens. Camp runs through August and includes mini-camps like Mad Science, Creative Nature Art and Design, Elena Victoria Sewing and Fashion Design, and Kids Empowered.
The goal of Campville at The War Memorial is to inspire children all summer long. Our camps, workshops and programs help foster independence and confidence, even in our youngest participants. Learn something new, build new friendships, and create lifelong memories.
Following the dedication of Les Braves II: At Water鈥檚 Edge in May, The War Memorial is excited to welcome Steve Mrozek, executive director of the Selfridge Military Air Museum, as he presents three noteworthy lecture topics on Normandy, France. The series began in June with the lecture 鈥淭he Road to the Great Crusade,鈥 where he highlighted the significant events that lead to the Normandy invasion.
In his career, Mrozek has worked with historical museums where his enthusiasm about military history has fueled his dedication to the field. His 26-year long career serving in the Army National Guard also explains his passion and return to Selfridge. Mrozek served over 10 years in Company F, 425th Infantry, a Long Range Surveillance unit stationed at Selfridge until deployed to Afghanistan in 2007 attached to the 82nd Airborne.
鈥淭he Airborne Phase of Overlord鈥 on Tuesday, July 11 will share Mrozek鈥檚 expertise on the equipment and training that paratroopers and glider-borne troops used in 1944 against the extensive airborne assault as well as sharing what it took to insert three allied airborne divisions within enemy lines. The final lecture is set for Aug. 8, titled 鈥淥peration Cobra, The Beachhead Break Out.鈥 It will explore the overlooked aspect of the Normandy campaign and the consequential risks that were involved. Mrozek will dive into how the armies of the allied nations fought in the challenging hedgerow in Normandy.
To learn more about The Great Crusade Lecture Series, click .
For those interested in holding an event at The War Memorial this coming winter, the organization is running a special offer, where, if you book an event between December 2023 and April 2024, you will get 50% off room rental and a free tray of passed hors d鈥檕euvres. Check out this to take advantage of the deal.
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