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SUMMARY:Frontrunners - Women's Run
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-womens-run/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T184200
CREATED:20250915T161439Z
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UID:10003468-1758301200-1758315600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Open Decks
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL LOCAL OTTAWA DJS & MUSIC ENTHUSIASTS 📢🎶 \n\n\n\nSeptember Open Decks is here!Pull up on September 19th with your music\, your skills\, and your energy ⚡️ \n\n\n\n🗓️ Friday\, September 19th | 5–9 PM📍 44 Byward Market Square (@chngemkerhub)⭐️ Free | Closed space for Black youth (15–30 yrs)🎧 CDJs + REV1 DDJ provided (BYO USB)✨ Some experience recommended (no lessons provided) \n\n\n\n💿 Every third Friday of the month
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/open-decks/
LOCATION:Chnge Mker Innovation Hub\, 44 ByWard Market Square\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 7A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T184200
CREATED:20250417T191538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T191547Z
UID:10002464-1758304800-1758312000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa Trans Library Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:Calling all 2SLGBTQIA+ youth! Are you between the ages of 14-19 and interested in connecting with other Queer youth in your community? Drop into OTL’s Youth Group on April 18th between 6pm-8pm to make some new friends and learn more about our community. Meetings are casual and drop in\, so you can stay for as long or as little as you would like. Expect a mix of discussion\, low stakes activities\, and free time to chat and connect. We will be meeting on the third Friday of each month\, so if you can’t make this one we hope to see you in the future!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-trans-library-youth-group/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T233000
DTSTAMP:20260428T184200
CREATED:20250911T004128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T004142Z
UID:10003454-1758304800-1758324600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queers & Beers
DESCRIPTION:🍻✨ QUEERS & BEERS is heading to Queen St. Fare! ✨🍻 \n\n\n\nMark your calendars! 🗓️Friday\, September 19th\, 2025 @ 6:00pm📍 Queen St. Fare – 170 Queen Street \n\n\n\nThis time around we’re going old school Queers & Beers style – chill vibes\, great convos\, and space to actually talk! \n\n\n\n🌈 What’s Queers & Beers all about? \n\n\n\nDo you love craft beer? 🍺Wanna meet cuties & cool folks in the queer community? 🥰Interested in meaningful convos and trying new things? 🧠💡Yes\, yes\, and YES! Let’s gather and explore the local brew scene in Ottcity together while creating a safer\, inclusive space for queer & trans pub lovers! 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 \n\n\n\n🎉 Come solo\, bring your besties\, show up with a date\, or maybe meet one there! 💕Make new friends\, catch up with old ones\, or enjoy your own company – it’s all welcome & all good ✨ \n\n\n\n📣 This is an open event – so bring your pals! \n\n\n\n💖 All genders & sexualities welcome🍻 Fun\, safer vibes for sipping & socializing♿ We’re working to prioritize accessible spaces🗨️ Feedback always welcome – hit us up at queering613@gmail.com \n\n\n\n🪪 Physical Accessibility Note:Queen St. Fare has automated doors and accessible washrooms. 💯 \n\n\n\n🧡 We want to acknowledge and honour that this event takes place on unceded Algonquin Territory\, land that was never given up or surrendered. \n\n\n\nLet’s raise a glass & connect\, community-style! 🥂See you there! 💃🏽🍻🌈💬
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queers-beers-6/
LOCATION:Queen Street Fare\, 170 Queen St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queering 613":MAILTO:queering613@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T201500
DTSTAMP:20260428T184200
CREATED:20250919T164321Z
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UID:10003493-1758305700-1758312900@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Starwalker
DESCRIPTION:Asinabka Festival Presents: Starwalker  \n\n\n\nA Feature Film by Director Corey Payette  \n\n\n\nStar\, an Indigi-Queer Two-Spirit lonesome call boy has become newly entranced by the world of drag when they are introduced to The House of Borealis\, a popular drag house led by their charming matriarch\, Mother (Stewart Adam McKensy).  \n\n\n\nStar’s newfound passion propels them to face a cultural past once neglected\, but when painful memories re-emerge\, their love for drag and their new family is put to the test. Alongside Levi (Jeffrey Follis) and the rest of their sisters in drag\, Star journeys through the realization of who they are\, leading to the creation of a persona that blends their grounded cultural spirit with a unique take on drag: Starwalker
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/starwalker/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Asinabka Festival":MAILTO:asinabkafestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T200000
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CREATED:20250829T173008Z
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UID:10003422-1758306600-1758312000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queerspora
DESCRIPTION:Dating can be so complicated. We’re here to help make it a bit easier. \n\n\n\nIn this month’s programming for queer newcomers\, we’re talking about some of the challenges around dating. Bring your questions or stories\, share what’s worked for you\, and learn more about some of the resources available to you in the city.  \n\n\n\nSpots are limited so make sure to register through the form below.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerspora-6/
LOCATION:McNabb Community Centre\, 180 Percy St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5P4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T184200
CREATED:20250915T182655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T182707Z
UID:10003492-1758308400-1758315600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Come Through: Black Queer Drop-Ins
DESCRIPTION:Come Through: Black Queer Drop-Ins with Project Agape \n\n\n\nProject Agape has teamed up with The Grove to create a monthly gathering space for Black queer folks. These sessions are designed to offer a safe\, welcoming\, and inclusive environment where we can unwind\, connect\, and simply be ourselves. \n\n\n\nJoin us every month for an evening of relaxation\, fun\, and community! \n\n\n\nWe’re back with the third event in our Black Queer Drop-In series and we’re back with a community chill session. Whether you’re in the mood for a friendly board game\, vibing to music\, or getting creative with coloring or beading\, there’s something for everyone. \n\n\n\nOur cozy and colorful space is perfect for dancing and it has chairs so you can relax your way. This is a mask-friendly space centering Black joy\, comfort\, and care. \n\n\n\nA special thank you to The Grove for sponsoring this event by providing us with a welcoming space where we can gather\, connect\, and feel supported. We truly appreciate your support in making this initiative possible! \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nBoard games like Uno\, Monopoly\, Scrabble\, Jenga\, Codenames and more!\n\n\n\nMusic\, coloring\, optional beading\n\n\n\nA chance to connect with other Black queer folks\n\n\n\nA welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where we can just be\n\n\n\n\nThese drop-in sessions will be held monthly\, with a rotating mix of activities\, and we can’t wait to see you there! \n\n\n\nBring your whole self\, bring a friend\, we’ll see you there!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/come-through-black-queer-drop-ins-3/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260428T184200
CREATED:20250729T151707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T161434Z
UID:10003447-1758308400-1758319200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Over the Rainbow Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Meet up with other friends and members of the Ottawa Senior Pride Network for this fun meet and greet social event\, from 7-10pm\, with a cash bar. This is a great\, relaxing way to meet new friends over drinks and good conversation. We hope you can join us!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/over-the-rainbow-meet-greet/2025-09-19/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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