Domenico Capilongo’s latest book of poems is a blast-to-the-past, more specifically the 1970s. It’s a series of prose poems based on words added in the dictionary the year the poet was born.

Catering to kids of all ages, Marcangelo Benevenga’s new children’s book, Rain or Shine, is a heart-warming tale of Marc and his loyal dog Arya, who embark on an inspiring journey of finding motivation in unexpected places.

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the death of master stained glassmaker and painter Guido Nincheri, Montreal’s Château Dufresne has created a new exhibit – titled Nincheri. From the Secular to the Sacred. – that brings together 40 original works by the Florentine artist. The works include drawings, watercolors, studies and sketches that showcase Nincheri’s first designs for the works he created for countless churches in Quebec and elsewhere. The exhibit also features a new digital tour of the Château itself, with a focus on commissioned works done at the request of the original owners.

Who knew a 19th century freedom fighter from southern Italy could provide inspiration for our current uncertain times? Montreal playwright and performer Michaela Di Cesare is clearly on to something. For the last several years, she has been learning everything there is to know about the tumultuous life of brigantessa Michelina Di Cesare.