Laurie Miller ~ Tower Poetry Society

Laurie Miller of Waterford was the guest speaker at the Tower Poetry Society in Westdale, Hamilton, on Saturday, Feb. 14. Subject: Poetic Technique of George Herbert.

Happy Valentine's Day

Winner of the Teddy-Bear draw is Michelle Griffin. HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY.

The Grand River Sachem

This grand old Haldimand, Ontario paper, "The Grand River Sachem," will turn 153 on February 6. In her column, "For What It's Worth," Barbara Martindale relates some of the early history. What she doesn't mention, is the notable years of ownership by the Martindale family.

Beowulf Translation ~ Michael Walton

"The book of beowulf" by Michael Walton is a clear modern-English translation of the ancient Anglo-saxon verse. Printed in Aylmer, Ontario and bound in Ridgetown, Ontario. First Edition, 2007, available at "The Neat Little Bookshop." $40.

Pulitzer Prize winner, John Updike died January 27, 2009 at the age of 76. Updike is known for his stories about small-town America. Hundreds of his stories and poems appeared in The New Yorker.

The Neat Little Bookshop

Watch for the exciting new Vavoom Photography coming soon to The Neat Little Bookshop.

This spring, the bookshop will feature a diverse selection of work by the innovative young photographer, Lisa Pielechaty.