Deachman: Ottawa is really bad at throwing parties

My most memorable birthday was my 12th, on Sept. 24, 1972, a Sunday. It was noteworthy both for what I didn’t do, and what I did. Read MoreJudging by the city’s plans for Ottawa’s 200th birthday, there is not a great deal to tell your friends to come see.  Local News, Columnists, Bluesfest, Ottawa Sun My most memorable birthday was my 12th, on Sept. 24, 1972, a Sunday. It was noteworthy both for what I didn’t do, and what I did. Read More