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SUMMARY:Palentines Queer Slow Dance
DESCRIPTION:We’re back with our pals at @thegrove613 to celebrate pals and more with this Palentines party@djdelpilar spinning some sweet\, sweet\, slow songs all night long (except for an intermission). There will be warm and outgoing designated dancers for all you wallflowers (and buttons if you don’t want to be asked to dance). Think high school dance without the angst and a whole lot more queer. Dress up if you like! Partial proceeds are being donated to @actioncanadasrh \n\n\n\nBar with non-alcoholic drinks inc beer\, cocktails\, seltzers and more. Please drink in the hall outside the main space.This is a covid-safer event:– N95 or equivalent are required. Free masks (overhead straps) will be available at the door.– We monitor CO2 throughout the night and will announce if the monitors reach 1000.– The new Grove space is much bigger than the last one\, with 2 small windows that open\, a central HVAC system\, and high ceilings. We will have at least 3 air purifiers running at max at all times.– Please stay home if you have any symptoms or have been in contact with anyone who does. We’ve updated the cancellation policy to one day instead of three to encourage folks to stay home if not feeling 100% \n\n\n\nTickets on Eventbrite and some tickets are available at the door. Sliding scale – $5-25 (cash only at the door).New Space Info:18 Louisa\, unit 280\, is on the 2nd floor\, accessed by the elevator or stairs. \n\n\n\nThe front door is locked after 6 pm. We’ll have a volunteer at the door from 7-7:30 pm and after 7:30 pm you can buzz code 2800 to get into the building. The exterior doors are automatic\, and the door to the studio is manual. \n\n\n\nThere are accessible washrooms on the same floor. The (gendered) washrooms are shared with the whole floor but after hours it’s unlikely anyone else will be on site. Use whichever suits you.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/palentines-queer-slow-dance/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Social
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UID:10001541-1736589600-1736614800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:A Queerly Crafty Supply Swap and January Crafty Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:This is a pay-what-you-can event that is held in the morning (craft supply swap begins! Along with the Queerly Crafty day) and afternoon (the regular Queerly Crafty Afternoon) at the Grove Studio’s new location in Chinatown South! \n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in the crafty supply swap\, head over in the morning and see what’s up for grabs! Bring some supplies that you want out of your home\, and go home with some supplies you didn’t know you needed! \n\n\n\nAnd stick around for the Queerly Crafty Day! Bring a craft (sewing\, knitting\, crocheting\, quilting\, embroidery\, etc) and enjoy a day with fellow sewists\, crafters\, and creators! If you think you’ll need a sewing machine or an iron/ironing board\, please let Josephine know in advance and she will try to accommodate (i.e.\, make sure those are available). \n\n\n\nThis is a masked event! Please bring a KN95 or higher mask (we have KN95s if you don’t have one!)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/a-queerly-crafty-supply-swap-and-january-crafty-afternoon/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241215T180000
DTSTAMP:20260513T055744
CREATED:20241121T184919Z
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UID:10001500-1734256800-1734285600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queerly Crafty Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a chill day of LGBTQ+ friendly crafting and creativity! \n\n\n\nBring a craft (sewing\, knitting\, crocheting\, quilting\, embroidery\, etc) and enjoy a day with fellow sewists\, crafters\, and creators! If you think you’ll need a sewing machine or an iron/ironing board\, please let Josephine know in advance and she will try to accommodate (i.e.\, make sure those are available). \n\n\n\nCome help us greet winter with a fun day of sewing\, crafting and creating! As always\, this is a drop-in event\, so no need to come right when we start or stay right until we’re done 🙂 \n\n\n\nSurprises to come at the event! \n\n\n\nThis is a masked event! Please bring a KN95 or higher mask (we have KN95s if you don’t have one!)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerly-crafty-afternoon/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Social
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241211T210000
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SUMMARY:DIY Fringe Earrings with Soft But Sturdy Beadwork
DESCRIPTION:Come hang out in community and learn to bead​ & construct your very own fringe earrings. \n\n\n\nUse pre-made templates\, your own template or ideas alongside new pals & familiar faces!  \n\n\n\nThis 4-hour workshop is open to all folks​ of all genders (ages 16yo+ due to small parts and sharp needles). You do not have to be Indigenous to take part​. This workshop is Beginner-Friendly. Experienced beaders will learn new tips\, tricks\,​ and methods. \n\n\n\nThe workshop includes: \n\n\n\n\n​A brief introduction to beadwork as an Indigenous art form. This will include a discussion about cultural appreciation vs. cultural appropriation.\n\n\n\nFour hours of guided hands-on experience\n\n\n\nAll necessary materials. (optional design templates\, quality seed beads\, earring parts\, beading mat\, needles\, and thread).\n\n\n\nOral & Written Instructions\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Artist: \n\n\n\nKaytlyn Nadjiwon (née Giaccone) is a queer Ojibwe/Italian beadwork artist\, sometimes writer\, and proud auntie who was born and raised on Unceded Unsurrendered Algonquin Territory currently known as Ottawa. Her maternal grandfather is a residential school survivor from Neyaashiinigmiing\, a reserve within what is currently known as Bruce County\, Ontario. \n\n\n\nKaytlyn began beading in 2018 as part of her healing journey. One of her best friends taught her the basics of flat-stitch beadwork. and from there she fell in love with the art & its meditative nature\, and healing energy. She spent the following 6 years learning and developing her craft. \n\n\n\nFor more information on private or group workshops\, please contact workshops@softbutsturdy.ca. \n\n\n\nPlease note: KN95+ Masks Mandatory
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/diy-fringe-earrings-with-soft-but-sturdy-beadwork/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Social
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UID:10001499-1733577300-1733592600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:In the Mix
DESCRIPTION:The DJ 101 and 201 workshops are intended to provide an overview of the craft with DJ Del Pilar! \n\n\n\n\nDJ 101 is for you if you have little to no experience with DJing\, and is hands-off.\n\n\n\nDJ 201 is for those who have attended DJ 101 to get some hands on experience with the gear!\n\n\n\n\nYou must purchase a ticket to both DJ 101 and 201 if you plan on attending both! \n\n\n\nWe won’t be able to cover everything\, but hopefully this will help you start your DJing journey. \n\n\n\nYou’re welcome to attend the 101 and 201 classes as many times as you like! \n\n\n\nDJ 101\n\n\n\nWant to learn how to DJ\, but not sure where to start? Sign up for this 101 course for an introduction to DJing with DJ del Pilar! \n\n\n\nThis session runs from 1:30-2:45 AND the live stream demo from 2:45-4:00 \n\n\n\nWhat to expect? \n\n\n\nThis is a hands-off course for those with no experience to familiarize themselves with definitions\, gear and where to find music. You’ll be encouraged to think about what you want to get out of DJing and how that might shape what you need to learn. You’ll also meet others who are interested in DJing! \n\n\n\nTakeaways \n\n\n\nYou’ll go home with some resources for learning more about DJing including sites where you can learn to beat match using your computer and buy music. You can also sign up to attend our 201 class that begins shortly after the 101 is over. \n\n\n\nLive Stream\n\n\n\nDJ Del Pilar will show you how to connect a live stream on Mixcloud and then perform a set from start to finish (folks can ask questions throughout). Free with ticket to either 101 or 201! \n\n\n\nDJ 201 with DJ del Pilar\n\n\n\nOnce you’ve attended at least one DJ 101 class\, you can join the 201 class to deepen your understanding and spend some hands-on time with the gear! \n\n\n\nThis session starts with the live stream demo from 2:45-4:00 and includes the DJ 201 session from 4-5:30 \n\n\n\nWhat to expect? \n\n\n\nIf you have a laptop\, please download Rekordbox to practice beat matching! If you don’t have a laptop\, not a problem you can use our gear. \n\n\n\nMaximum of 4 attendees \n\n\n\nWhere to find music \n\n\n\nSet list curation using Rekordbox \n\n\n\nBeat matching – ‘coming in on the 1’ \n\n\n\nHands on ‘Cue and Play’
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/in-the-mix/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Social
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UID:10001496-1733061600-1733068800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Toolkit for the Holidays
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, we will design our very own Mindfulness Toolkit by drawing awareness to some or all of our five senses. You will be guided through grounding meditations and arts-based activities to prepare for the holidays.  \n\n\n\nHoliday time can be fun and meaningful. At the same time\, it can generate anxieties and feelings of overwhelm. Sometimes old wounds can be triggered as well. This workshop is for folks who might feel a little anxious about seeing family and relatives\, who are worried about isolation and loneliness\, and those who can get overwhelmed by the hecticness and pressure that comes with the season.  \n\n\n\nTogether\, we will breathe through feelings that come up in the present moment and equip ourselves with a set of resources that is specific to our own needs and preferences for safety and comfort. The Mindfulness Toolkit will anchor ourselves as we ride the waves of emotions in challenging or uncomfortable situations. It can be used during the holiday time and beyond. Prompts and materials will be provided to help design your own kit. \n\n\n\nPlease note that the facilitator is not a mental health professional. The workshop is focused on bringing awareness to our existing resources using mindfulness and arts-based activities\, and it will be facilitated in a peer approach. We will not be discussing any details of trauma or mental health triggers.  \n\n\n\nAll are welcome. Queer and trans folks to the front. POC to the front.This is an experiential workshop. Please dress comfortably. Meditation exercises will be short (no more than 5 minutes each). No experience of mindfulness or meditation (or art) required.  \n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator Alvis: \n\n\n\nAlvis (they/them) is a retired artist who identifies as queer\, trans masculine\, and non-binary. Their experience with mindfulness began with a meditation app and the teachings of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. Their mindfulness practice is guided by the S.N. Goenka Vipassana meditation technique and the Plum Village sangha tradition. Alvis’ goal for this workshop is to create space for folks to pause and plan ahead of what could be a difficult time.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/mindfulness-toolkit-for-the-holidays/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241130T220000
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UID:10001461-1732993200-1733004000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Homo Phono Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:Sober and COVID-conscious dance party with DJ del Pilar! \n\n\n\nAn alcohol-free bar with beer\, cocktails\, flavoured seltzer and other options available (cash or card purchase). Please consume outside. \n\n\n\nA few tickets are available at the door on a first come basis. Sliding scale – $5-20 (cash only at the door)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/homo-phono-dance-party/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241127T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T055744
CREATED:20241121T183323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T183350Z
UID:10001498-1732728600-1732743000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:SLAB: A/V Zine & Livestream
DESCRIPTION:SLAB audio/visual zine performance and livestream. \n\n\n\nSLAB is an experiment in performance & collaboration. It’s about trying new things\, working together\, & failing enthusiastically. The theme for our first show is ROBOT ROCK. \n\n\n\nYou could contribute music\, dance\, live painting\, light shows\, poetry\, skits\, miming\, etc. etc.– anything at all that you want to do\, we want to showcase. Artists & creators living in Ottawa who can’t make it to the event are encouraged to submit pieces to be aired between live segments at https://forms.gle/KSC3QDgciVmxwdwz6 \n\n\n\nAdditionally: if you want to be a part of the stream day-of\, but don’t want to be on camera\, there will be absolutely no pressure to do so. We’d love to have you help behind the scenes\, from off-camera\, in a mascot costume that fully obscures your human form; whatever suits your needs. You’re free to come & go as you please with no judgement. \n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\n5:30 PM: Doors open \n\n\n\n6 PM – 8:30 PM: Plan the show (general brainstorming & collaboration\, organising segments\, preparing assets) \n\n\n\n8:30 PM: Stream \n\n\n\nThis is a mask-mandatory event & any performance done live in the space will require you to keep your mask on. Depending on volume or general disruptiveness\, some segments may be able to be filmed outside without a mask.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/slab-a-v-zine-livestream/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Social
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UID:10001497-1732446900-1732478400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:PWYC Portraits
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a fun and creative afternoon of portraits! Adrienne will be setting up a specific lighting style\, and you will have a 30-minute time slot to get pictures. Within the same week\, Adrienne will send you a proofs gallery for you to select 3 images to edit right away and use for personal promotional\, web and social media! Commercial licensing is not included!This will be happening at the studio located at 78 Hinton Avenue North in Hintonburg\, Ottawa.You are more than welcome to bring a friend partner or family if you would like\, but the time is limited and will end so please be mindful of that.*NOTE* You will not be able to change the lighting style or backdrop. What you see above is what you will be getting!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pwyc-portraits/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art
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