Events by the Ottawa Poets Laureates August 12 - Under the Leaves: Poetry at Beechwood – Inaugural Event: Bytown to Ottawa: A Bicentennial Poetry Gathering Tribute readings from Lett’s original works Local contemporary poets- Cameron Anstee, Frances Boyle & Jean Van Loon-offering response pieces that reflect Ottawa’s evolution over two centuries 6:45pm Beechwood Cemetery (280 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa) – Section 34 (opposite the tank) September 2 - 6-8 pm. Where: Ottawa Riverkeeper Boathouse (501 Promenade Sir-George-Étienne-Cartier, Ottawa, ON) Tickets: $20 All proceeds to the Ottawa Riverkeeper (link will be provided soon) The Lit Room with Susan Johnston Time and Place: Every Wednesday at 9:30 am. Every Wednesday at 9:30 am CKCU FM 93.1 Web:cod.ckcufm.com/programs/666/info.html where books meet conversation, a half-hour show Asian Sounds Time and Place: Every Wednesday at 6:00 pm. CKCU FM 93.1 Web:cod.ckcufm.com/programs/91/info.html music from the Indian sub-continent and showcases events taking place in Ottawa. The show hosts conduct a number of interviews with local artists, musicians, and writers. Ottawa Scrabble Club Time and Place: Every Wednesday at 7:00 pm. Calvin Christian Reformed Church, 1475 Merivale Web:www.ottawascrabbleclub.com/ Players of all skill are welcome
