By Jeff Salmon via yowLAB Cities aren’t born with an innate culture. Instead, this is something that evolves over time. It may emerge with the support of, or in opposition to, a number of social, economic, political conditions. It takes…
Category: Arts
City Hall Report: Four summer events you won’t want to miss
by Diane Holmes Councillor, Somerset Ward Although it might be hard to believe right now, summer is just around the corner. And that means BBQs, outdoor parties, and as much time outside as possible! Summer schedules fill up quickly so…
Spring festivals are on the way: get celebrating!
by Kathryn Hunt While most people think of summer as the festival season (with all its sunny days and live music festivals), there are plenty of reasons to celebrate in the spring as well. Centretown hosts a few notable springtime…
Easter eggs anyone? Artist turns Ukrainian tradition into expression
by Stephen Thirlwall If you enjoy paintings that are extremely bright and bold in colour yet intricate in design, with elements of old and new tradition, nature and more modern free form, you will enjoy the works of Diane Woodward.…
Without borders: emerging electric beat in Centretown
by Meagan Sylvester Electric pow wow, dubstep and disco are all defining sounds in Ottawa’s city centre, with local artists taking centre stage. With an ever-growing electronic music scene, it’s nearly impossible to categorize all genres heard in the capital. But one Centretown artist is stepping outside city limits in search of…