Joan's Art Blog. . .
THE ARTS AND THE MILITARY
Today’s celebration of Memorial Day reminds me of the years
when the entertainers used to go to the war zone and entertain the troops. I remember Bob Hope, who for many years was
the man on the frontline who took many singers and dancers with him to
entertain the troops and give then a “taste of home” . The arts community was
on the forefront of being able to, for one brief night, make the soldiers
forget the war, their problems and focus on some good music, skits, and dancing;
they could sing along, shout, laugh and have a great moment to remember before
they had to go back into the war zone!
I don’t hear much today about well known
actors and performers going to the war zone, but we, as friends, relatives and
neighbors of servicemen can remember to send our troops music, movies and other
types of entertainment that they can enjoy when they do get a “moment” to stop
and reflect. Let’s let them know that we appreciate the sacrifices they are
making to protect our country and send
them something that reminds them that the arts community cares about them! Visit the Cultural Alliance's website to learn about the many museums and events in the area that honor our military!
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