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SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling-2/2026-10-05/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260928T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260928T200000
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SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling-2/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260921T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260921T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131412Z
CREATED:20260803T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131412Z
UID:10005282-1790015400-1790020800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling-2/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260921T113000
DTSTAMP:20260908T224256Z
CREATED:20260908T224253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T224256Z
UID:10005733-1789984800-1789990200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Older & Bolder for 2SLBTQ+ Women
DESCRIPTION:Older & Bolder is a monthly drop-in discussion group for older 2SLBTQIA+ women (50+)\, sponsored by Ottawa Senior Pride Network (OSPN). This is an opportunity to connect\, share life experiences and discuss the joys and challenges of this stage of life. It is facilitated by longtime members of OSPN. \n\n\n\nCoordinators – Susan Holmes\, Holly MacKay\, Georgette SauvéContact: Older & Bolder generic email: older.yet.bolder@gmail.com
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/older-bolder-for-2slbtq-women-3/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260916T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260916T183000
DTSTAMP:20260629T212407Z
CREATED:20260108T163535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T212407Z
UID:10005292-1789579800-1789583400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pizza Night at Colonnade
DESCRIPTION:Dinner the third Wednesday of every month at Colonnade Pizza (Metcalfe & Gilmour) 5:30PM. Remember keep our group growing – tell your friends!  \n\n\n\nSo that we can save you a place\, please RSVP to Claude at claude@claudejobin.com or by phone at 613.804.7979.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pizza-night-at-colonnade-2/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Colonnade Pizza\, 280 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260914T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131412Z
CREATED:20260803T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131412Z
UID:10005281-1789410600-1789416000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling-2/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260831T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260831T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131412Z
CREATED:20260803T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131412Z
UID:10005280-1788201000-1788206400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling-2/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260828T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260828T123000
DTSTAMP:20260629T213356Z
CREATED:20260629T213352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T213356Z
UID:10005302-1787909400-1787920200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What story have you always wanted to tell? As Elders in the queer community\, our stories are important to be shared\, to be heard\, and to be remembered. – Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nThis workshop\, for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members aged 50+\, offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having fun\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to folks who have never written or told a story out loud before\, as well as those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills further. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages.During this workshop\, participants will meet with Mary Ellen for three hours each day to learn the basics of creating and telling their story. Stories can be serious\, comic\, or a blend of both. Participants are welcome to use movement\, puppets\, and music to tell your story your way! \n\n\n\nWin 1 of 2 Complimentary Passes. Enter our raffle for a chance to receive a complimentary pass to the workshop. The Draw will take place at 12:30 PM during Out And About Saturday on June 27.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-3/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Literary,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T123000
DTSTAMP:20260629T213356Z
CREATED:20260629T213352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T213356Z
UID:10005301-1787823000-1787833800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What story have you always wanted to tell? As Elders in the queer community\, our stories are important to be shared\, to be heard\, and to be remembered. – Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nThis workshop\, for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members aged 50+\, offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having fun\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to folks who have never written or told a story out loud before\, as well as those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills further. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages.During this workshop\, participants will meet with Mary Ellen for three hours each day to learn the basics of creating and telling their story. Stories can be serious\, comic\, or a blend of both. Participants are welcome to use movement\, puppets\, and music to tell your story your way! \n\n\n\nWin 1 of 2 Complimentary Passes. Enter our raffle for a chance to receive a complimentary pass to the workshop. The Draw will take place at 12:30 PM during Out And About Saturday on June 27.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-3/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Literary,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T001936Z
CREATED:20260811T001925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T001936Z
UID:10005490-1787767200-1787778000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Board Games Night with the Ottawa Trans Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun evening of board games with OSPN and the Ottawa Trans Library. Open to all trans folks and allies.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/board-games-night-with-the-ottawa-trans-library/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T123000
DTSTAMP:20260629T213356Z
CREATED:20260629T213352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T213356Z
UID:10005300-1787736600-1787747400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What story have you always wanted to tell? As Elders in the queer community\, our stories are important to be shared\, to be heard\, and to be remembered. – Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nThis workshop\, for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members aged 50+\, offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having fun\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to folks who have never written or told a story out loud before\, as well as those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills further. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages.During this workshop\, participants will meet with Mary Ellen for three hours each day to learn the basics of creating and telling their story. Stories can be serious\, comic\, or a blend of both. Participants are welcome to use movement\, puppets\, and music to tell your story your way! \n\n\n\nWin 1 of 2 Complimentary Passes. Enter our raffle for a chance to receive a complimentary pass to the workshop. The Draw will take place at 12:30 PM during Out And About Saturday on June 27.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-3/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Literary,Ottawa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T123000
DTSTAMP:20260629T213356Z
CREATED:20260629T213352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T213356Z
UID:10005299-1787650200-1787661000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What story have you always wanted to tell? As Elders in the queer community\, our stories are important to be shared\, to be heard\, and to be remembered. – Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nThis workshop\, for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members aged 50+\, offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having fun\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to folks who have never written or told a story out loud before\, as well as those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills further. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages.During this workshop\, participants will meet with Mary Ellen for three hours each day to learn the basics of creating and telling their story. Stories can be serious\, comic\, or a blend of both. Participants are welcome to use movement\, puppets\, and music to tell your story your way! \n\n\n\nWin 1 of 2 Complimentary Passes. Enter our raffle for a chance to receive a complimentary pass to the workshop. The Draw will take place at 12:30 PM during Out And About Saturday on June 27.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-3/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Literary,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T203000
DTSTAMP:20260803T210629Z
CREATED:20260803T210624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T210629Z
UID:10005457-1787596200-1787603400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Drag & Bowl: Pride Edition
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, August 24\, 2026\, 6:30PM – 8:30PM\, West Park Bowling transforms into a runway-meets-bowling-alley explosion of strikes\, struts\, and unapologetic queer joy. \n\n\n\nThis beloved community night continues to sell out\, and with the momentum building\, tickets will go fast! \n\n\n\nIf you want in on the chaos\, the camp\, and the community magic\, get your tickets now! \n\n\n\nSponsored by Blast The Radio\, Queering 613\, and Daddy Therapy\, this event brings together drag\, music\, and community connection to raise funds for the Ottawa Seniors Pride Network\, supporting generations of 2SLGBTQ+ elders who paved the way. \n\n\n\nOrganizations are invited to connect with the Ottawa Senior Pride Network (OSPN) if you would like to sponsor a lane for newcomers\, refugees\, and members of OSPN\, or to donate a prize for the winning bowlers.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/drag-bowl-pride-edition/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Ottawa,Pride,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T123000
DTSTAMP:20260629T213356Z
CREATED:20260629T213352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T213356Z
UID:10005298-1787563800-1787574600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What story have you always wanted to tell? As Elders in the queer community\, our stories are important to be shared\, to be heard\, and to be remembered. – Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nThis workshop\, for 2SLGBTQIA+ community members aged 50+\, offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having fun\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nThis event is open to folks who have never written or told a story out loud before\, as well as those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills further. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages.During this workshop\, participants will meet with Mary Ellen for three hours each day to learn the basics of creating and telling their story. Stories can be serious\, comic\, or a blend of both. Participants are welcome to use movement\, puppets\, and music to tell your story your way! \n\n\n\nWin 1 of 2 Complimentary Passes. Enter our raffle for a chance to receive a complimentary pass to the workshop. The Draw will take place at 12:30 PM during Out And About Saturday on June 27.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-3/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Literary,Ottawa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260823T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260803T212946Z
CREATED:20260803T212943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T212946Z
UID:10005462-1787497200-1787504400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Wine & Food Pairing Event
DESCRIPTION:An Afternoon of Exceptional Wine & Food Awaits! \n\n\n\nJoin renowned sommelier Mario Larochelle\, who brought us the unforgettable Swirl & Twirl events\, and Chef Ludwig for a delicious afternoon of expertly selected wines paired with delectable small bites. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned wine lover or simply looking for a wonderful afternoon with friends\, this is an event you won’t want to miss. \n\n\n\nSpaces are limited\, so reserve your tickets before they sell out! \n\n\n\nAll proceeds support the Ottawa Senior Pride Network (OSPN).
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/wine-food-pairing-event/
LOCATION:Chartwell Rockcliffe Retirement Residence\, 100 Island Lodge Rd.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 0A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T183000
DTSTAMP:20260629T212407Z
CREATED:20260108T163535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T212407Z
UID:10005291-1787160600-1787164200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pizza Night at Colonnade
DESCRIPTION:Dinner the third Wednesday of every month at Colonnade Pizza (Metcalfe & Gilmour) 5:30PM. Remember keep our group growing – tell your friends!  \n\n\n\nSo that we can save you a place\, please RSVP to Claude at claude@claudejobin.com or by phone at 613.804.7979.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pizza-night-at-colonnade-2/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Colonnade Pizza\, 280 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260726T185856Z
CREATED:20260726T185836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T185856Z
UID:10005419-1787140800-1787151600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pride BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Annual Pride BBQ with good food\, great company and a vibrant celebration of community\, inclusion\, and pride! \n\n\n\nBuffet Menu: $22.00Lunch served at 12 pmPotato Salad\, Pasta Salad\, Garden Salad\, Smoked Boneless BBQ Chicken Thigh\, Sausage\, Burger\, Roasted Corn on the Cob\, Rainbow Cake\, Coffee & tea. \n\n\n\nDeadline for ticket purchase is Mon\, Aug 17 by 3:00pm. \n\n\n\nThree Great Entertainers: \n\n\n\nDJ Roxy Sunset – DJ Roxy Sunset is a multi-award-winning DJ\, voted Ottawa’s Best DJ for three consecutive years. With over a decade of experience\, Roxy is known for creating high-energy\, inclusive dance floors at festivals\, Pride celebrations\, sporting events\, weddings\, and corporate events. You can also find her every weekend as the resident DJ at Ottawa’s iconic Lookout Bar\, one of Canada’s longest-running LGBTQ+ venues. She has performed for the Ottawa Charge (PWHL)\, Ottawa REDBLACKS\, Ottawa Rapid FC\, Spotify\, the Canadian Museum of Nature\, and numerous community events across Ontario and Quebec. Passionate about bringing people together through music\, DJ Roxy Sunset delivers unforgettable experiences wherever she performs. \n\n\n\nAlex Henkelman (Singer) – Alex Henkelman is a local actor\, event producer\, professional portrait photographer & drag queen known as Eden Moore! He started performing in Ottawa 15 years ago doing community theatre\, proceeded to study theatre at York University\, and now produces numerous drag events each month at venues such as Live! on Elgin\, Zak’s Diner & The Studio Theatre Perth! He is known for his charismatic hosting\, comedy\, high-energy performances\, & powerful live vocals. \n\n\n\nAnj Merriam (Singer) \n\n\n\nFor more information or to buy your ticket call (613) 236-0428. Notify us about any dietary restrictions at the time you buy your ticket. \n\n\n\nPlease note and respect that our centre is scent free. Refrain for wearing any perfume or scented lotions. \n\n\n\nParking available ($2.50/Day). The Good Companions bus stop: Albert St & Empress Ave North; Bus numbers: 12 (Blair/Tunney’s Pasture); LRT station: Pimisi \n\n\n\nNew entry point: Please use the double doors on the parking‑lot side of the dining room. An accessible ramp is available at the back entrance.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pride-bbq/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Pride,Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260817T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260817T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131412Z
CREATED:20260803T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131412Z
UID:10005278-1786991400-1786996800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling-2/2026-08-17/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260810T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131412Z
CREATED:20260803T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131412Z
UID:10005277-1786386600-1786392000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling-2/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T213000
DTSTAMP:20260713T231709Z
CREATED:20260713T231701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T231709Z
UID:10005398-1786125600-1786138200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Over the Rainbow: Countdown to Pride Week
DESCRIPTION:Pub Night BBQ + Team Trivia: A Celebration of Community\, Friends & Pride \n\n\n\nBBQ: 6:00–7:00 PMFire up the grill! Enjoy delicious food\, cold drinks\, and great company. Vegetarian option available. Cost: $14–16 (price varies by what you choose from the grill). \n\n\n\nTeam Trivia: 7:30 – 8:30 PMTest your knowledge. Rally your team. Compete for bragging rights and prizes. Hosted by Samantha. \n\n\n\nLet’s Build Community Together: Dinner is optional. What matters is you showing up. 18+ welcome. This is a space to celebrate\, connect\, and find your people. Register your team by emailing: sarah@thegoodcompanions.ca. \n\n\n\nThe Good Companions bus stop: Albert St & Empress Ave North; Bus numbers: 12 (Blair/Tunney’s Pasture); LRT station: Pimisi \n\n\n\nNew entry point:Please use the double doors on the parking‑lot side of the dining room. An accessible ramp is available at the back entrance. Please call (613) 236-0428 ext. 2353 for assistance.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/over-the-rainbow-countdown-to-pride-week/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Pride,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260803T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260803T200000
DTSTAMP:20260901T131412Z
CREATED:20260803T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T131412Z
UID:10005276-1785781800-1785787200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling-2/2026-08-03/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260729T210000
DTSTAMP:20260713T231404Z
CREATED:20260713T231357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T231404Z
UID:10005397-1785348000-1785358800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Board Game Night with the Ottawa Trans Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun evening of board games with OSPN and the Ottawa Trans Library. All community members are welcome to attend.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/board-game-night-with-the-ottawa-trans-library/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260727T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260727T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T211354Z
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T211354Z
UID:10005275-1785177000-1785182400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T143000
DTSTAMP:20260708T212342Z
CREATED:20260708T212338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T212342Z
UID:10005365-1784980800-1784989800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Playing with Puppets: An Intergenerational Creative Series
DESCRIPTION:Make Magic Together \n\n\n\nCreate puppets\, share stories\, and connect across generations. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and sense of fun. All ages welcome. All skill levels welcome. \n\n\n\nRegister with our 2SLGBTQIA+ Program Coordinator Sarah Rea: sarah@thegoodcompanions.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/playing-with-puppets-an-intergenerational-creative-series/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260720T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260720T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T211354Z
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T211354Z
UID:10005274-1784572200-1784577600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2026-07-20/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260715T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260715T183000
DTSTAMP:20260629T212407Z
CREATED:20260108T163535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T212407Z
UID:10005290-1784136600-1784140200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pizza Night at Colonnade
DESCRIPTION:Dinner the third Wednesday of every month at Colonnade Pizza (Metcalfe & Gilmour) 5:30PM. Remember keep our group growing – tell your friends!  \n\n\n\nSo that we can save you a place\, please RSVP to Claude at claude@claudejobin.com or by phone at 613.804.7979.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pizza-night-at-colonnade-2/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Colonnade Pizza\, 280 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260713T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260713T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T211354Z
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T211354Z
UID:10005273-1783967400-1783972800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260711T130000
DTSTAMP:20260707T234850Z
CREATED:20260707T234823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T234850Z
UID:10005360-1783764000-1783774800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Zine Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come work on zines with us as we work on the next issue of The Dragon Flyer\, the Ottawa Trans Library’s community zine. Write\, draw\, scan\, cut\, and paste with us on our community zine or your own project\, or just come hang out with us. We are collecting stories\, jokes\, poems\, art\, and more from the trans and non-binary community in Ottawa and our friends and families. \n\n\n\nThe zine workshop is a collaborative event to discuss\, share\, and work on zines together. \n\n\n\nCome tell your story. We will provide paper\, templates\, and whatever art supplies we have. No experience necessary. All ages welcome\, children under age 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/zine-workshop/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260706T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260706T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T211354Z
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T211354Z
UID:10005272-1783362600-1783368000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2026-07-06/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260629T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260629T200000
DTSTAMP:20260629T211354Z
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T211354Z
UID:10004925-1782757800-1782763200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2026-06-29/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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