From the tallest office buildings on Slater Street, to the most run-down housing on Cooper, to the haunting gargoyles on Parliament Hill, Centretown is inspiring.
Yun Wu, Centretown NewsLocal authors gathered for the Small Press Book Fair at the Jack Purcell Community Centre last month.
Category: Arts
Viewpoint: Canadian writing is distinguished by more than stereotypes
A soaring, vibrant Thunderbird hangs above the crowd gathered in a pastel blue ballroom adorned with gold. Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip gaze back over her colony from a portrait across the room. Her people have gathered to reflect on a question that, judging by contrast between the traditional portraits encasing the room, will be difficult to articulate: How is your writing ‘Canadian?’
Atomic Rooster comedy act to make online film debut
The Crystal Basement comedy troupe, which has gained a devoted following with its monthly Centretown performances, is looking to broaden its audience in cyberspace.
Danny Ghosen, Centretown News Jody Haucke and his wife Thea Nikolic are a regular act at the Atomic Rooster along with their comedy group Crystal Basement.
Designers bring Italian flair to Ottawa
Both Italian with dark hair and big smiles, the two women share a passion for art and interior decoration. Now, they also share a new design business called Eli & Coco Decor. 
Kathleen Johansen, Centretown NewsCora Zilli and Elisa Cavalleri have started a new artistic business, handpainting murals on walls in homes and restaurants.