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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260705T130000
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UID:10005345-1783256400-1783263600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Tea for Tara - Episode 7: 2Spirit Art & Healing
DESCRIPTION:2SPIRIT ART & HEALING with SPECIAL GUESTS \n\n\n\nKole Peplinskie & Tai Reign \n\n\n\nLive-streaming on the Ottawa Trans Library Youtube and Facebook Channels. \n\n\n\nOpening Prayer by Elaine Kicknosway \n\n\n\nKole Peplinskie (they/them) is an Anishinaabe indigiqueer beader and artist currently living on the unceeded and unsurrendered Algonquin territory known as Ottawa. They are of mixed Polish\, French and Algonquin ancestry\, with familial ties to Kebaowek First Nation. Kole has always created art in some capacity their whole life\, but started creating professionally under the name Rustling Pine in 2018. In 2020\, their mixed media/beadwork piece “Grassroots” was shown at Carleton University Art Gallery and now remains there as part of the gallery’s permanent collection. \n\n\n\nTai Reign (they/them) is a Two-Spirit artist from Peepeekisis Cree Nation based in Regina\, Saskatchewan\, Treaty 4 Territory. As a young artist they’ve used spoken word as an avenue of self expression. Collaborating with artists from different disciplines has helped them find a sense of connection and play from art and storytelling. They have performed across Canada and at the Voices of Today Youth Poetry Festival in Toronto. On their artistic journey they’ve ventured into longer forms of storytelling; where they have co-created and performed two devised theater productions\, Lift/Break and The Rehearsal. Currently they are the Youth Poet Laureate for Saskatchewan Writers Guild. \n\n\n\nSupported by the Canada Council for the ArtsGrapics by Blue PettiesProduced and Mentored by Elaina Martin
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/tea-for-tara-episode-7-2spirit-art-healing/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/tea-for-tara-episode-7-2spirit-art-healing/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Virtual event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260703T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260703T200000
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CREATED:20260701T192508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T192514Z
UID:10005346-1783101600-1783108800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Endless Journey Vernissage
DESCRIPTION:We are beyond thrilled to introduce our first art show of the year\, showcasing the talents of trans and gender diverse artists 🏳️‍⚧️ ✨ Come by the Ottawa Trans Library this July to check out Oreon’s exploration of his transness across different art mediums. Vernissage will be held at 6pm on Friday\, July 3rd\, there will be snacks! \n\n\n\nAbout the artist: \n\n\n\n“Oreon is a gender non-conforming multidisciplinary artist based in ‘Ottawa\,’ whose art is inspired by nature and their experiences as a queer immigrant from Colombia. He graduated in 2025 from NSCAD University with a BFA\, and minors in Illustration\, Ceramics\, and Art History. During his time there\, he developed a deep passion for art curation\, installation\, and community-event organization. \n\n\n\nHis art practice combines abstract imagery with figurative representation through the materializing of emotions with shapes and colours to better understand himself and the world around him. His work frequently merges the two-dimensional elements of illustration with the three-dimensional nature of ceramics sculpture. He leans towards cute aesthetics and approaches heavy topics with humour and lightheartedness\, bringing love to the unloved.” \n\n\n\nAbout this exhibition: \n\n\n\n“Endless Journey showcases Oreon’s journey of discovering his trans identity\, a revelation buried under layers of fear and denial\, slowly unveiled through layers of paint\, bright colours\, and clay. Mediums in the exhibition include large-scale oil paintings\, ceramics\, and illustrations. Themes of self-discovery\, healing\, and acceptance informed the making of the work\, as well as the desire to connect and build community with the world around him. In the vulnerable act of sharing one’s inner life\, Oreon hopes to help viewers feel less alone\, and to find the courage to be themselves in today’s political climate.”
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/endless-journey-vernissage/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260702T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005095-1783015200-1783022400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, all-ages\, fibre arts meetup open to all skill levels. Bring your knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, quilting\, felting — whatever you’re working on\, and create in community while enjoying a cuppa or a tasty treat. \n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.  \n\n\n\nGluten free\, vegan\, and refined sugar-free options are available for food and drink. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. The facilitator for Coffee and Crochet is also a member of the queer community. This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coffee-crochet/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Russell,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caf%C3%A9 Bon Vivant":MAILTO:cafebonvivant613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260630T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260630T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004974-1782846000-1782862200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stitch & Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a Tuesday evening social? T’s Pub runs a weekly craft social. Bring your craft stuff over with some friends!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stitch-bitch/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260628T170000
DTSTAMP:20250915T182307Z
CREATED:20250915T182301Z
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UID:10003489-1782655200-1782666000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Nonbinary Social and Crafternoon
DESCRIPTION:What to expect: Non-binary people and friends hanging out and crafting. We have supplies for making bracelets\, folding origami\, colored beads\, embroidery floss\, and plastic lace. Volunteer coordinators will be wearing name tags and can help answer any questions you might have. \n\n\n\nIf you would like an idea of what the event space looks like\, check out our recent pics in the gallery. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: You don’t need to bring anything. You are welcome to bring your own crafting materials. Food and drink is welcome\, also.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/nonbinary-social-and-crafternoon/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260622T125909Z
CREATED:20260622T125855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T125909Z
UID:10005267-1782576000-1782597600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Summerween Night Market: Cirque de Bizaar
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world where the sun never sets on the spooky season. \n\n\n\nWhy wait for October? Join us at Walter Baker Park for a one-of-a-kind evening where the magic of the carnival meets the whimsy of “Summerween.” Our Cirque de Bizaar theme brings a theatrical\, fantasy-inspired twist to your local night market\, featuring a curated collection of creators\, oddities\, and live performances. \n\n\n\n What to ExpectThe Bizaar Marketplace: Shop over 45 local vendors specializing in bizarre goods\, taxidermy\, tarot readings\, LARP\, handmade jewelry\, incredible artists and upcycled fashion. \n\n\n\nACE Entertainment Parking Lot Fair:Adjacent from the market is the fair! Rides\, sweet treats\, and circus-y atmosphere to match the vibe. You can check it out before or after you visit Cirque de Bizaar. \n\n\n\nCircus & Stunts: Be amazed by stilt walkers\, aerial performances\, sword swallowing\, and a comedy performance! \n\n\n\n– Ottawa Circus School: Youth Troupe Aerials (4:30pm-6:30pm)– Vex Scandal – Clown Drag Artist\, Comedy Skit (7:15pm)– Kaylie Kreatrix – Stilt walking and sword swallowing (7:30pm) \n\n\n\nSummerween Vibes: Think jack-o’-lanterns in the grass\, summer breeze in the trees\, and the perfect excuse to wear your favorite fantasy or “spooky summer” attire. \n\n\n\nCurated Food & Treats: Grab a bite from our select food vendors while you wander through the enchanted grounds.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/summerween-night-market-cirque-de-bizaar/
LOCATION:Walter Baker Park\, 100 Charlie Rogers Pl.\, Stittsville\, Ontario\, K2V 1A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Drag & Burlesque,Market or festival,Stittsville
ORGANIZER;CN="Dharbearprints":MAILTO:Dharbearprints@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T180000
DTSTAMP:20260617T125803Z
CREATED:20260617T125735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T125803Z
UID:10005257-1782576000-1782583200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Handle With Pride: Create a Clay Mug
DESCRIPTION:We have something special brewing (and firing!) for Pride month. Our friends at Hintonburg Pottery are hosting “Handle with Pride: Create a Clay Mug Workshop” as a fundraiser\, and they have reserved two sessions exclusively for our community!🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 \n\n\n\n🌟This hand-building workshop is specifically for 2SLGBTQ+ families and their children (ages 8+). The focus isn’t on technical perfection\, but on the “messy fun” of clay! In this relaxed\, 2-hour session\, you’ll be guided through crafting a personalized mug. Once built\, you can decorate it with the colours and symbols that represent your story—the perfect handmade keepsake to remember Pride 2026.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/handle-with-pride-create-a-clay-mug/2026-06-27/2/
LOCATION:Hintonburg Pottery\, 1242 Wellington St. W.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 3A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly,Ottawa,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260627T153000
DTSTAMP:20260617T125803Z
CREATED:20260617T125735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T125803Z
UID:10005256-1782567000-1782574200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Handle With Pride: Create a Clay Mug
DESCRIPTION:We have something special brewing (and firing!) for Pride month. Our friends at Hintonburg Pottery are hosting “Handle with Pride: Create a Clay Mug Workshop” as a fundraiser\, and they have reserved two sessions exclusively for our community!🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 \n\n\n\n🌟This hand-building workshop is specifically for 2SLGBTQ+ families and their children (ages 8+). The focus isn’t on technical perfection\, but on the “messy fun” of clay! In this relaxed\, 2-hour session\, you’ll be guided through crafting a personalized mug. Once built\, you can decorate it with the colours and symbols that represent your story—the perfect handmade keepsake to remember Pride 2026.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/handle-with-pride-create-a-clay-mug/2026-06-27/1/
LOCATION:Hintonburg Pottery\, 1242 Wellington St. W.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 3A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly,Ottawa,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005094-1782410400-1782417600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, all-ages\, fibre arts meetup open to all skill levels. Bring your knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, quilting\, felting — whatever you’re working on\, and create in community while enjoying a cuppa or a tasty treat. \n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.  \n\n\n\nGluten free\, vegan\, and refined sugar-free options are available for food and drink. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. The facilitator for Coffee and Crochet is also a member of the queer community. This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coffee-crochet/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Russell,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caf%C3%A9 Bon Vivant":MAILTO:cafebonvivant613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004973-1782241200-1782257400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stitch & Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a Tuesday evening social? T’s Pub runs a weekly craft social. Bring your craft stuff over with some friends!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stitch-bitch/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260620T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T162213Z
CREATED:20260525T162157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T162213Z
UID:10005070-1781960400-1781971200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Be Gay Do Art
DESCRIPTION:This June our team is SO swamped with work\, life and other commitments that we are not able to host an in-person Be Gay Do Art event (while not completely burning ourselves out!). \n\n\n\nBut don’t fret!! We will be hosting a virtual crafting hangout instead!! \n\n\n\nBring any art projects you want to work on\, and join us for crafting\, chatting\, and sharing space! \n\n\n\n🎨🎨🎨 \n\n\n\n📍DM (through the link below) for the Zoom link  \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to see you all (especially our out of town friends!) 🫂
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/be-gay-do-art-6/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/be-gay-do-art-6/
CATEGORIES:Art,Social,Virtual event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005093-1781805600-1781812800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, all-ages\, fibre arts meetup open to all skill levels. Bring your knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, quilting\, felting — whatever you’re working on\, and create in community while enjoying a cuppa or a tasty treat. \n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.  \n\n\n\nGluten free\, vegan\, and refined sugar-free options are available for food and drink. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. The facilitator for Coffee and Crochet is also a member of the queer community. This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coffee-crochet/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Russell,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caf%C3%A9 Bon Vivant":MAILTO:cafebonvivant613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004972-1781636400-1781652600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stitch & Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a Tuesday evening social? T’s Pub runs a weekly craft social. Bring your craft stuff over with some friends!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stitch-bitch/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260531T201809Z
CREATED:20260531T201753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T201809Z
UID:10005126-1781629200-1781640000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queerspora
DESCRIPTION:Join MAX\, the AIDS Committee of Ottawa\, and Capital Rainbow Refuge in curating an art collection for National HIV Testing Day.  \n\n\n\nOn Tuesday\, June 16\, we’re meeting at the AIDS Committee of Ottawa for an evening of crafting and community. Join us to design your own unique face mask\, expressing what HIV testing means to you. As an art medium\, masking has long represented anonymity\, protection\, and choice. For this upcoming Queerspora session\, we’re using masks to represent our lived experiences.  \n\n\n\nOn National HIV Testing Day (June 27)\, the art will be showcased in the ByWard Market to support public education and stigma reduction efforts.  \n\n\n\nAll materials provided.  \n\n\n\nQueerspora is MAX Ottawa’s monthly social group for queer newcomers.  \n\n\n\nRSVP through the form below to let us know you’re coming!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerspora-8/
LOCATION:AIDS Committee of Ottawa\, 19 Main St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Health & Wellness,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260613T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260613T143000
DTSTAMP:20260603T013717Z
CREATED:20260603T013707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T013717Z
UID:10005166-1781343000-1781361000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OSPN Community Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Intimate and Interactive Art Exhibition on June 13\, 2026. \n\n\n\nYou’re invited to OSPN’s second Art Exhibit\, featuring familiar and new artists from our 50+ community across diverse mediums. \n\n\n\nExplore works that reflect courage\, vulnerability\, and the power of self‑expression. \n\n\n\nMeet the artists and hear their stories\, ask about their process and inspirations\, and leave inspired to start or return to your own creative practice.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ospn-community-art-show/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260612T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260612T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T201824Z
CREATED:20260607T201802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T201824Z
UID:10005184-1781280000-1781287200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Five Fundays: Self-Expression Art Workshops
DESCRIPTION:WEEK 1: Dual Self Portraits \n\n\n\nFive Fundays of Self-Expression Art Workshops\, a series of five art workshops\, are relaxed\, beginner‑friendly art workshops where trans and queer folks can explore self‑expression through colour\, texture\, movement\, symbolism and play 🎨 \n\n\n\nFacilitated by local queer artist Can Grant at The Ottawa Trans Library (OTL) a safe community‑focused space. Each of the Five Workshops will provide basic art education\, simple prompts\, artistic materials\, and an opportunity to connect creatively with the community. No art experience needed—just curiosity\, creativity\, and respect for one another 🏳️‍⚧️. \n\n\n\nRegister through the link below to save your spot for one or more workshop dates.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/five-fundays-self-expression-art-workshops/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Can Grant":MAILTO:cangrant95@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T202535Z
CREATED:20260607T202532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T202535Z
UID:10005186-1781200800-1781208000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Life drawing with the Ottawa Trans Library
DESCRIPTION:A life drawing event by and for members of the trans community. \n\n\n\nThis in-person class is open exclusively to the trans community\, including non-binary and 2-Spirit people\, aged 18+. We aim to create a unique\, empowering space where the trans community can come together to create art. \n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to our amazing partners at the AIDS Committee of Ottawa (ACO) for hosting us in their space. \n\n\n\nAccessibility\n\n\n\nTo ensure a safe and inclusive environment\, masks are required for all participants. Masks will be available at the entrance. Parking is available next to the ACO building\, with additional street parking nearby. The events are held in The Living Room at the ACO\, which is wheelchair accessible. \n\n\n\nTiered ticket prices are available—if you need a free ticket or drawing materials\, please email us at cangrant@translibrary.ca or joan.archer@translibrary.ca.  \n\n\n\nHouse Rules\n\n\n\nPlease arrive and set up 10 minutes before we start. \n\n\n\nUpon arrival\, you will be asked to read and sign the AIDS Committee of Ottawa’s Confidentiality Agreement. As the ACO provides therapeutic services\, maintaining confidentiality is crucial. If you’d like to review the agreement ahead of time\, please reach out. \n\n\n\nNo photography or recording is allowed. Violating this rule will result in an immediate lifetime ban. \n\n\n\nNo pronoun assumptions! Use each other’s names unless told otherwise.Tickets are required for each attendee and are non-refundable. We strive to make our events barrier-free; please see ticket options for details. \n\n\n\nHappy Drawing!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/life-drawing-with-the-ottawa-trans-library/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:AIDS Committee of Ottawa\, 19 Main St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Can Grant":MAILTO:cangrant95@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260611T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005092-1781200800-1781208000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, all-ages\, fibre arts meetup open to all skill levels. Bring your knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, quilting\, felting — whatever you’re working on\, and create in community while enjoying a cuppa or a tasty treat. \n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.  \n\n\n\nGluten free\, vegan\, and refined sugar-free options are available for food and drink. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. The facilitator for Coffee and Crochet is also a member of the queer community. This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coffee-crochet/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Russell,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caf%C3%A9 Bon Vivant":MAILTO:cafebonvivant613@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T132133Z
CREATED:20260525T132129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T132133Z
UID:10005069-1781114400-1781121600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Tote Bag Painting Workshop at Café Bon Vivant
DESCRIPTION:Get creative & customize your own tote bag with paint & good vibes in this cozy workshop! All materials provided\, no experience required. \n\n\n\nTote bags\, paint supplies and other decorating materials will be provided\, but feel free to bring your own supplies as well if you have something in particular you’d like to do! \n\n\n\nMasking is encouraged at this event\, but is not required. KJ will be wearing a KN95 mask and will be offering free ones that you are welcome to wear. \n\n\n\nFood and drinks will be available for sale. Vegan and gluten free options are available. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. KJ Forman is a queer and trans-nonbinary artist. This event is intended to celebrate pride month in our town. It is open to everyone! \n\n\n\nAccessibility\n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/tote-bag-painting-workshop-at-cafe-bon-vivant/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Pride,Russell
ORGANIZER;CN="Luck and Lavender":MAILTO:luckandlavenderstudio@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260609T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260609T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004971-1781031600-1781047800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stitch & Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a Tuesday evening social? T’s Pub runs a weekly craft social. Bring your craft stuff over with some friends!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stitch-bitch/2026-06-09/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260604T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260604T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T131152Z
CREATED:20260525T131108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T131152Z
UID:10005068-1780599600-1780606800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Tote Bag Painting Workshop 2.0
DESCRIPTION:We’re back babyyyy! If you missed the last tote bag painting workshop\, don’t worry – we’ve added a new date\, this time with a few extra spots just for you. Join us for a fun and creative night at Ten Toes Coffee House & Laundry led by KJ Forman of Luck and Lavender Studio! \n\n\n\nOn June 4th\, 2026 at 7:00 PM (ET)\, you’ll design your very own reusable tote bag while you enjoy a hot beverage and a little treat. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re an experienced artist or just looking to try something new\, this laid-back workshop is perfect for all skill levels. \n\n\n\nBring a friend or make some new ones\, enjoy some coffee\, and make a unique\, personalized tote bag to take home!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/tote-bag-painting-workshop-2-0/
LOCATION:Ten Toes (Somerset)\, 837 Somerset St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 0A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Luck and Lavender":MAILTO:luckandlavenderstudio@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260604T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260604T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005091-1780596000-1780603200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, all-ages\, fibre arts meetup open to all skill levels. Bring your knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, quilting\, felting — whatever you’re working on\, and create in community while enjoying a cuppa or a tasty treat. \n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.  \n\n\n\nGluten free\, vegan\, and refined sugar-free options are available for food and drink. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. The facilitator for Coffee and Crochet is also a member of the queer community. This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coffee-crochet/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Russell,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caf%C3%A9 Bon Vivant":MAILTO:cafebonvivant613@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260602T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004970-1780426800-1780443000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stitch & Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a Tuesday evening social? T’s Pub runs a weekly craft social. Bring your craft stuff over with some friends!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stitch-bitch/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260531T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20250915T182307Z
CREATED:20250915T182301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T182307Z
UID:10003488-1780236000-1780246800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Nonbinary Social and Crafternoon
DESCRIPTION:What to expect: Non-binary people and friends hanging out and crafting. We have supplies for making bracelets\, folding origami\, colored beads\, embroidery floss\, and plastic lace. Volunteer coordinators will be wearing name tags and can help answer any questions you might have. \n\n\n\nIf you would like an idea of what the event space looks like\, check out our recent pics in the gallery. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: You don’t need to bring anything. You are welcome to bring your own crafting materials. Food and drink is welcome\, also.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/nonbinary-social-and-crafternoon/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260528T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005090-1779991200-1779998400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee & Crochet
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, all-ages\, fibre arts meetup open to all skill levels. Bring your knitting\, crochet\, sewing\, quilting\, felting — whatever you’re working on\, and create in community while enjoying a cuppa or a tasty treat. \n\n\n\nThere are ramps on either end of our strip mall’s sidewalk for wheelchairs\, walkers\, and strollers to access the front door. It’s awkward and not perfect\, but it works! Cafe is all one level. washroom has an extra wide door and grab bars to facilitate transfers. All of our furniture is rated for a minimum of 250 lbs with some chairs rated for 500 lbs. The space is well lit with warm-toned overhead lamps. Background music plays at a low volume. Our doors are all manual\, not automated.  \n\n\n\nGluten free\, vegan\, and refined sugar-free options are available for food and drink. \n\n\n\nCafé Bon Vivant is a queer-owned business. The facilitator for Coffee and Crochet is also a member of the queer community. This event is free and open to everyone.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/coffee-crochet/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Café Bon Vivant\, 191 Castor St\, Russell\, Ontario\, K4R 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Russell,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Caf%C3%A9 Bon Vivant":MAILTO:cafebonvivant613@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004969-1779822000-1779838200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stitch & Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a Tuesday evening social? T’s Pub runs a weekly craft social. Bring your craft stuff over with some friends!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stitch-bitch/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260519T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004968-1779217200-1779233400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Stitch & Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a Tuesday evening social? T’s Pub runs a weekly craft social. Bring your craft stuff over with some friends!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/stitch-bitch/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T162549Z
CREATED:20260505T162538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T162549Z
UID:10005014-1779105600-1779116400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Be Gay Do Art
DESCRIPTION:Are you 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️+?Are you creative? \n\n\n\nThen come celebrate the nice (🤞) weather and join us to Be Gay & Do Art… in the park! \n\n\n\n☆ All art\, creative mediums\, and skill levels are welcome! ☆ \n\n\n\nBGDA is an all ages drop-in program\, so feel free to come and go as needed! \n\n\n\n🎨🎨🎨 \n\n\n\nIf our unlucky streak continues and it rains\, we will move to Kind Space! Will announce as needed. \n\n\n\n🎉🎉🎉 \n\n\n\nWe will have a variety of art supplies for folks to use\, including beads\, collage materials and more! \n\n\n\nPlus\, we will also have lots of leftover pots and other painting supplies for anyone who couldn’t make it to our last pot painting event! \n\n\n\n♿️♿️♿️ \n\n\n\nWheelie Productions is committed to accessibility & disability justice. If you require any extra support to attend this event\, please reach out. \n\n\n\nAs part of this commitment and because COVID is an airborne virus\, we will still be requiring masks for those attending\, even though we are outside. We ask that all attendees wear a high-quality mask/respirator (KN95 or better) to increase the safety of our space. We will have extra KN95 & N95 masks available for anyone who needs one! \n\n\n\nMore Access Notes!!\n\n\n\n\nExtensive paved pathways\, picnic tables\, and shade (we will have our tent to help with this!)\n\n\n\nParking lot + street parking available.\n\n\n\nShort walk/roll from the #12 & #19 bus route\, and a 15-minute walk/roll from the UOttawa LRT stop.\n\n\n\nWashroom situation is unclear\, but information will be shared as we receive it!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/be-gay-do-art-5/
LOCATION:Strathcona Park\, 25 Range Rd\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 8J4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260505T163637Z
CREATED:20260505T163600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T163637Z
UID:10005016-1778869800-1778877000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Life Modelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get trained to get paid! \n\n\n\nCome join us for a short 2 hour course on modeling for life drawing sessions.   \n\n\n\nTrained models from the trans community will be who we pull from primarily for our (paid) model positions($80/h) in our lifedrawing sessions.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/life-modelling-workshop/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Ottawa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260505T164705Z
CREATED:20260505T164628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T164705Z
UID:10005017-1778698800-1778706000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dyke Night - Crafts & Social
DESCRIPTION:A social for not-cis-man queers. Meet new friends & lovers\, make some crafts\, share astrological signs. Extremely chill and low-stakes event to get out of the house for a bit and be with other queers. \n\n\n\nMasks required. Some will be provided at the door but bringing your own is encouraged! N95s or KN95s are sooo sexyyyyy oooo. \n\n\n\nBYO craft stuff or use what’s provided! \n\n\n\nACCESS INFO:\n\n\n\nArt House has limited seating! Come early to guarantee a place to sit. Please email Maggie (maggiemharder@icloud.com) or DM (@maggiemayharder) if you need a guaranteed seat. \n\n\n\nArt House provides gender-neutral washrooms. There is one wheelchair accessible washroom. There is no wheelchair ramp. There is a set of 8 stairs to get into the building (7 steps\, small landing\, and then an 8th step). Once inside\, the whole cafe floor is flat\, with the exception of the small room to the side\, which is a small step down. \n\n\n\n19+. (Art House is not a 19+ venue\, but because this event is in part to find sweeties/cuties/flirt\, the event is 19+).
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dyke-night-crafts-social/
LOCATION:Art House\, 555 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R5K1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie May Harder":MAILTO:maggiemharder@icloud.com
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