Chuck MacInnis
This site contains a selection of my poetry as well as
stories about events and ideas that have captured my interest.
Poetry:
Whitman’s Bon Echo
This poem was published in the June Issue of Devour: Art and Lit Canada, a magazine dedicated to promoting Canadian culture by bringing world-wide readers some of the best literature, art and photography.
Stories and Events:
Food Cupboard Donation
The Run Merrickville Organizing Committee donated $1500.00 to the Food Cupboard in Merrickville following the 2021 Virtual Run. Race Director, Lori Reynolds presented the cheque to Joanne Franey, Community Health Worker at Rideau Community Health Services. The...
COVID-19 Cancels In-person Run Again
For the second time since the COVID-19 Pandemic struck across the world, the Merrickville Heritage Classic will be held using a virtual format. Race Director, Lori Reynolds, announced that Run Merrickville has once again turned to a virtual format for 2022. She said...
Run Merrickville Hoping for an “In Person” Component to the 2022 Run!
Organizers for Run Merrickville have started planning the 2022 Running Event and are hopeful they can have a virtual and an in person run. Race Director, Lori Reynolds, said that aspect of the run will depend on the status of the Covid Pandemic. She said, “We...
Puppies and Fireflies and Scary Things Too
Out just in time for Christmas, The Rogue Poets of Merrickville have published an illustrated poetry book intended to be read to children and read by children. Called ‘Puppies and Fireflies and Scary Things Too’, it is a book to be enjoyed by the young and the young...