George Elliott ClarkeCanadian poet laureate George Elliott Clarke reads from his work during a Windsor appearance in October 2013 in this photo by Asil Moussa.

Wordsmiths to perform works spoken and sung

UWindsor resident writing professional Marty Gervais will present an evening of song and poetry Thursday, March 3, in a studio and gallery in historic Ford City.

Canadian poet laureate George Elliott Clarke will headline a group that includes local poets Christina Angeli and Peter Hrastovec and singer-songwriters Allison Brown and Mark Crampsie.

The event will get underway at 7:30 p.m. at Atelier Virginanne, 1078 Drouillard Road. Admission is $10 at the door.