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Davy, Ollman, Desforges win at Hamilton Literary Awards

Awards for fiction, non-fiction and poetry handed out by the Hamilton Arts Council. Three Hamilton authors have new accolades after winning at the 29th annual Hamilton Literary Awards, handed out Dec. 12. Former Hamilton Spectator reporter Denise Davy won both the non-fiction category and the Kerry Schooley Book…
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Pitch Perfect

The Hamilton Children’s Choir has a long history, an international reputation and is now embarking on a new future of song. It’s rehearsal night and the first chorister arrives early, clad in running shoes, her black hair clipped back. “I’m Ella,” she announces. She walks over…
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Hamilton Reads for the Holidays

With so many titles to choose from, picking the perfect gift for the book lover on your list isn’t always easy. This holiday season, narrow down your choices by supporting a Hamilton author or publisher. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of talent right here in our own backyard. …
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‘Master architects’ The Killjoys to hit hometown stage

Hamilton’s own super-trio of Mike Trebilcock, Shelley Woods and Gene Champagne are playing the Bridgeworks Dec. 10. Hamilton’s own music triumvirate, The Killjoys, burst on to the Canadian music scene in the  ‘90s, releasing their first of four albums, Starry, in 1994 and winning a best…
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Guided by Fate

Bill Dillon, who has played guitar with some of the biggest names around, knows first hand that music can save your life. You probably don’t know the name Bill Dillon but you know the sound of his guitar.  You’ve heard “Showdown at Big Sky” by Robbie Robertson? Dillon.
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A Not-So-Silent Night

After a lengthy absence due to the pandemic, JR Digs’ popular fundraising Christmas concert is back and better than ever. It’s not hyperbole to suggest that one of the holiday season’s most anticipated local shows is JR Digs’ Acoustic Christmas. Throw in a lengthy, multi-year absence due to…
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