Immerse yourself in a world of poetry and art showcasing the power of collaboration and bringing together local artists from diverse artistic disciplines to create new works and showcase existing collaborations created during the tenure of Owen Sound Poet Laureate Rebecca Diem.
Get inspired by a collection of visual and experiential poetry during the two-day multi-arts exhibit in the Harmony Centre Commons (Sat & Sun), followed by an exclusive matinee performance (Sun only) where Diem will perform her collection of works inspired by beach walks with a sleeping baby alongside a series of ephemeral co-creations developed in collaboration with her community.
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Established in 2007 by former Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library CEO Judy Beth Armstrong, the poet laureate program seeks to support and highlight the literary arts in the area. The work of the poet laureate culminates with the creation of a legacy project which is a unique and lasting contribution to the community.
As Diem's legacy project, The Poet Laureate's Community Revue aims to bridge the gap between various creative mediums, encouraging poets, musicians, visual artists, dancers (& more!) to collaborate on unique, never-before-seen pieces—and to inspire community members to see the poetry of their own lives, too.
This is a one-time only opportunity to immerse yourself in Diem's world of creativity, inspiration and collaboration, and to celebrate the power of community arts.
ABOUT THE POET LAUREATE PROGRAM:
The Owen Sound Poet Laureate is a program of the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library.
Funded entirely by generous community sponsors, the poet laureate writes poetry about the area, composes poems for special events, participates in public performances, works with local poets and writers, and acts as a literary ambassador for the city and the region.
Currently it is supported by the following community-minded businesses and individuals: David Madill, CFP of BMO Nesbitt Burns, Pat Lorenzo and Phillip Faulkner (in memory of Andrew Armitage, former Library CEO).
Applications are now open for the 2026-2027 term:
https://osngupl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Poet-Laureate-2025-Call-for-Poet-Laureate-Applications.pdf
Also check out other Arts events in Owen Sound, Literary Art events in Owen Sound, Music events in Owen Sound.
