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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/2026-09-03/
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:20260901T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260901T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
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UID:10004983-1788289200-1788305400@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/2026-09-01/
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:20260830T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260830T170000
DTSTAMP:20250915T182307Z
CREATED:20250915T182301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T182307Z
UID:10003491-1788098400-1788109200@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/2026-08-30/
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:20260827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260827T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005103-1787853600-1787860800@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/2026-08-27/
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:20260826T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260826T210000
DTSTAMP:20260811T000456Z
CREATED:20260811T000450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T000456Z
UID:10005485-1787763600-1787778000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Craft Night at the Park
DESCRIPTION:happy pride ottawans!!! in celebration of and preparation for pride\, we’ll be making a banner and signs for the upcoming trans march 🏳️‍⚧️ come hang out at the park with us! \n\n\n\ndrop by major’s hill park anytime between 5 and 9 pm on wednesday\, august 26th. we’ll have materials to make a banner and signs. you’re welcome to bring your own crafts as well. feel free to bring a blanket and snacks to share too 🧺 exact location will be posted on instagram and partiful on the day of. looking forward to seeing you! reach out if you have any questions <3 \n\n\n\n❣️the 2026 trans march starts at 6 pm\, august 28th\, on bank and waverley. there will be pizza\, performances\, and dancing at confederation park after the march❣️
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/craft-night-at-the-park/
LOCATION:Major’s Hill Park\, Mackenzie Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 1G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260825T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004982-1787684400-1787700600@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/2026-08-25/
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:20260820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T210000
DTSTAMP:20260718T224612Z
CREATED:20260718T224607Z
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UID:10005414-1787252400-1787259600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Paint Your Own Pride Tee
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Ottawa Pride at Ten Toes Coffee House & Laundry led by KJ Forman of Luck and Lavender Studio! \n\n\n\nOn August 20th\, 2026 at 7:00 PM (ET)\, you’ll paint your very own pride tee while you enjoy a cold 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 customize your own t-shirt to wear during Ottawa pride season! \n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\n\nPaint and customize your own t-shirt to wear to your fave pride event! KJ will supply everything you need – paints\, brushes\, fabric cutting tools\, and more.\n\n\n\nYou have the option to bring your own garment to work\, or KJ can supply one for you! Just pick out your t-shirt size and colour in the checkout form.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/paint-your-own-pride-tee/
LOCATION:Ten Toes (Somerset)\, 837 Somerset St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 0A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Pride
ORGANIZER;CN="Luck and Lavender":MAILTO:luckandlavenderstudio@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260820T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005102-1787248800-1787256000@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/2026-08-20/
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:20260818T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260818T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004981-1787079600-1787095800@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/2026-08-18/
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:20260813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T202535Z
CREATED:20260607T202532Z
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UID:10005188-1786644000-1786651200@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/2026-08-13/
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:20260813T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005101-1786644000-1786651200@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/2026-08-13/
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:20260811T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004980-1786474800-1786491000@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/2026-08-11/
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:20260807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T190000
DTSTAMP:20260726T192252Z
CREATED:20260726T192246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T192252Z
UID:10005423-1786122000-1786129200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Beaded Lanyard Workshop
DESCRIPTION:🏳️‍🌈Beaded Lanyard Workshop ✨Celebrate Pride through creativity\, connection\, and community! 2SLGBTQ+ Inuit are invited to create their own beaded lanyard in a welcoming space. All levels of beading experience are welcome — from beginners to experienced! \n\n\n\nSpots are limited\, so be sure to register by emailing Natalina at nmalandrino@tiontario.ca.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/beaded-lanyard-workshop/
LOCATION:Anina’s Cafe\, 280 Joffre-Bélanger Way\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1L 5K8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Tungasuvvingat Inuit":MAILTO:info@tiontario.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T220000
DTSTAMP:20260726T184752Z
CREATED:20260726T184749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T184752Z
UID:10005418-1786042800-1786053600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Joy Art Show: Opening Night
DESCRIPTION:Bring your friends and lovers and celebrate all the thing that make being Queer a joyful and unique experience.  \n\n\n\nOur August 6th opening will dazzle the senses with performances by some of Ottawa’s finest and most beloved artists including: \n\n\n\n\nCorrine LaPasFine of The Iron Cabaret \n\n\n\nMedusa ~ Bollywood Burlesque Fusion\n\n\n\nKosmick & Truly ~ Shibari \n\n\n\nSia Shadow ~ Burlesque \n\n\n\nShadé & Kindred ~ Shibari\n\n\n\nLa Rin of The Iron Cabaret\n\n\n\n\nPerformances start at 7:30 and run throughout the evening!  \n\n\n\nShow is 18 + and may contain smeggsual themes.  \n\n\n\nIf cost is a barrier please contact musefontaine@gmail.com \n\n\n\nCheck out our local makers marketplace:\n\n\n\n\nLady Lux Designs\n\n\n\nLa Strega Vintage\n\n\n\nKosmick Kreationz\n\n\n\nJeny Bites Jewelry\n\n\n\nThe Squirt Project\n\n\n\n\nFrom August 6th – September 6th Wicked Wanda’s will be hosting different local Artists in our Sensorium Studio Gallery!  \n\n\n\nArtists include: \n\n\n\n\nBombay Pain Co. \n\n\n\nThe Squirt Project \n\n\n\nCarmel Whittle \n\n\n\nKosmick Kreationz \n\n\n\n+ we will be adding artists throughout the month!\n\n\n\n\nDo you want to be featured? Contact musefontaine@gmail.com
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-joy-art-show-opening-night/
LOCATION:Wicked Wanda’s\, 327 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Sex positive
ORGANIZER;CN="Muse Fontaine":MAILTO:musefontaine@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005100-1786039200-1786046400@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/2026-08-06/
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:20260804T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260804T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004979-1785870000-1785886200@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/2026-08-04/
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:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005099-1785434400-1785441600@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/2026-07-30/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260728T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004978-1785265200-1785281400@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/2026-07-28/
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:20260726T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260726T170000
DTSTAMP:20250915T182307Z
CREATED:20250915T182301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T182307Z
UID:10003490-1785074400-1785085200@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/2026-07-26/
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:20260725T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260718T191731Z
CREATED:20260718T191721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T191731Z
UID:10005404-1784998800-1785013200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Farewell Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Hola amiguis! \n\n\n\nArtistic curiosities are taking me on a journey 🌈✨I’m leaving Ottawa 💔 \n\n\n\nI want to share a bit of what I’ve created during my years in town\, the project I’ve been working on at Studio Space Ottawa and the project I’ll focus on during September at Casa Lienzo 🎨✨ \n\n\n\nSaturday July 25th\, from 5pm on\, at 2477 Kaladar Ave\, I’m opening the doors to my studio \n\n\n\nAnd if you were wondering\, yes\, I have paintings up for purchase 😉
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/farewell-open-studio/
LOCATION:Studio Space Ottawa\, 2477 Kaladar Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1V8B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Angeles Sun":MAILTO:anyusun@me.com
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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:20260723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260713T220814Z
CREATED:20260713T220809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T220814Z
UID:10005385-1784829600-1784836800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transcend: Beyond The Binary - Zine Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Our very first Transcend event – a zine workshop with Emma Awe! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a night of fun and creativity\, where we’ll learn about local queer zine history and make a few yourself. We’ll have a bunch of materials and as well as drinks and snacks available.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transcend-beyond-the-binary-zine-workshop/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Ottawa,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Youth Action Committee":MAILTO:ysbpeerhousingteam@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005098-1784829600-1784836800@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/2026-07-23/
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:20260722T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260713T220240Z
CREATED:20260713T220228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T220240Z
UID:10005384-1784746800-1784754000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Fruit Charm Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come make an adorable one-of-a-kind miniature fruit charm bracelet or keychain! \n\n\n\nIn this 2-hour workshop\, you will learn some of the basics of creating miniature fruits from polymer clay. Together we will mix clay to achieve realistic colours\, shape the pieces and add details using clay and clay tools. \n\n\n\nWe will make a series of fruit beads\, bake them together\, and assemble your very own fruit charm bracelets or keychains using string and other fun beads provided in the workshop. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is suitable for all ages! Children must be accompanied by an adult 🙂
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/fruit-charm-workshop/
LOCATION:Klimat 2.0\, 265 City Centre Avenue\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 7R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Ottawa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260722T200000
DTSTAMP:20260713T230345Z
CREATED:20260713T230340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T230345Z
UID:10005395-1784743200-1784750400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Atelier de peinture
DESCRIPTION:Venez débrider votre créativité avec nous à notre atelier de peinture du mercredi 22 juillet de 18 à 20h aux bureaux de Jeunesse idem! Nous sommes situés au 109 rue Wright (portes au 41 rue Leduc). Inscrivez-vous avec le lien Forms ‼️ \n\n\n\nAccessibilité: Le bureau est accessible aux usagers de fauteuils roulants. Il n’y a pas de salle de bain accessible dans les bureaux\, mais il y en a une dans le bâtiment adjacent\, ce qui demande un déplacement de 5 à 10 minutes. \n\n\n\nGroupe d’âge desservi par Jeunesse Idem: 7 à 35 ans
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/atelier-de-peinture/
LOCATION:Jeunesse idem\, 109 Rue Wright #7\, Gatineau\, Quebec\, J8X 2G7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,En français,Quebec,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeunesse Idem":MAILTO:olivier.activitesji@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260721T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004977-1784660400-1784676600@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/2026-07-21/
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:20260716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260528T005625Z
CREATED:20260528T005546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T005625Z
UID:10005097-1784224800-1784232000@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/2026-07-16/
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:20260714T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260714T233000
DTSTAMP:20260416T154317Z
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004976-1784055600-1784071800@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/2026-07-14/
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:20260713T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260713T204500
DTSTAMP:20260708T182710Z
CREATED:20260708T182703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T182710Z
UID:10005363-1783968300-1783975500@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Miniature Fruit Basket Magnets
DESCRIPTION:Come make the tiniest little fruit basket you’ve ever seen at Patagonia Ottawa! \n\n\n\nIn this 2 hour workshop with Miniature Veg\, you will learn some of the basics of creating miniature foods polymer clay. Together we will mix clay to achieve realistic colours\, shape the pieces and add details using clay & clay tools\, and bake them together. Inspired by seasonal produce in the Ottawa Region\, you will make your own tiny basket full of berries & fruits\, and the skills to continue exploring polymer clay miniatures at home! \n\n\n\nAll supplies will be provided\, and you may even have some extra clay to take away.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/miniature-fruit-basket-magnets/
LOCATION:Patagonia Ottawa\, 119 York St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5T4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Ottawa
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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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