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UID:10004966-1778007600-1778023800@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/2026-05-05/
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:20260504T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260504T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T205520Z
UID:10004996-1777919400-1777928400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Book Launch: Bodies In The Sun
DESCRIPTION:Bodies in the Sun is a photobook by Ottawa-based photographer Sheen Andola\, featuring a collection of black and white photographs created during the summer of 2025 across Ottawa and beyond. The work traces a season shaped by friendship\, queer presence\, and the ways we gather\, move\, and rest together in light. \n\n\n\nThe project reflects on queer life in Ottawa\, asking what it means to be seen\, to belong\, and to share joy in its most ordinary and sacred forms. \n\n\n\nJoin us for the launch of Bodies in the Sun\, an evening of community\, art\, and celebration. Prints of select photographs from the book will be on display. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and pre-order\, with $5 from each book sold donated to Out at Camp.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/book-launch-bodies-in-the-sun/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Sex positive
ORGANIZER;CN="Sheen Andola":MAILTO:info@sheenandola.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T233000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004965-1777402800-1777419000@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/2026-04-28/
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:20260426T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20250915T182301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T182307Z
UID:10003487-1777212000-1777222800@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/2026-04-26/
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:20260421T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T233000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260416T154311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T154317Z
UID:10004964-1776798000-1776814200@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/2026-04-21/
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:20260418T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T230000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260408T185653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185701Z
UID:10004943-1776542400-1776553200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Community Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Community Canvas is a relaxing\, low-pressure art night focused on creative flow and connection. \n\n\n\n3 large canvases for communal creation and a buffet of materials to explore\, including watercolor\, acrylics\, ink\, and more. \n\n\n\nA curated soundtrack will move our energy through the night\, from soft focus to upbeat dance vibes. \n\n\n\nThis experience is designed to be a creative spark and an exercise in releasing the ego: anything you paint may be transformed by someone else. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with others with a conversation starter already built in. \n\n\n\nNo prior art experience needed • Materials included • Inclusive space \n\n\n\nJust bring yourself and a drink.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/community-canvas/
LOCATION:Arlington 5\, 5 Arlington Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Angeles Sun":MAILTO:anyusun@me.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260326T154705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T154718Z
UID:10004839-1776362400-1776373200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:A Beginner-Friendly Linocut Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A beginner-friendly linocut printmaking workshop.  \n\n\n\nJoin @reinpress at Arlington 5 for an evening with new friends and linocut! Enjoy a snack or sip a drink from the cafe while you learn the basics and carve a linocut print to take home.   \n\n\n\nAccessibility and Notes\n\n\n\n\nAges 16+ due to sharp tools. \n\n\n\nThis is a masked workshop. Participants may lower their mask to have a drink/snack\, but must be worn at all other times. \n\n\n\nFront door of the venue is up three steps- there is also an accessible entrance in the back. Bathroom in venue is down a flight of stairs.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/a-beginner-friendly-linocut-workshop/
LOCATION:Arlington 5\, 5 Arlington Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Reinpress":MAILTO:Reinpress@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T183000
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CREATED:20260408T174208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T174211Z
UID:10004939-1776191400-1776200400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Paint Your Plant
DESCRIPTION:Paint and sketch botanical still lifes with the Ottawa Gay Garden Society at Arlington 5! 🪴 Link below for tickets! \n\n\n\n🪻Join us for an evening of art\, plants\, and that good queer company.🎨 Painting supplies and some houseplant subjects will be provided. Bring your own if you’d like!☕️ A5 is hosting a late night cash bar for the event for all our drink and snack needs! \n\n\n\n🌻Events like these help us fundraise for our gardening efforts. Tell your friends! \n\n\n\nPay-What-You-Can! Suggested donation $10-15.Donate via GoFundMe link\, cash\, or e-transfer to ottawagaygardensociety@gmail.com. \n\n\n\n🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️With thanks to Arlington 5 for co-hosting 💓 \n\n\n\nAccessibility note from Arlington 5:\n\n\n\nThere is a two-step stoop at the front entrance\, and the washroom is in the basement. The back door is at street level and can be accessed via the driveway. Please contact us directly should you have further questions or concerns about (y)our space.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/paint-your-plant/
LOCATION:Arlington 5\, 5 Arlington Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260326T154106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T154111Z
UID:10004838-1775761200-1775768400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Tote Bag Painting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and creative night at Ten Toes Coffee House & Laundry led by KJ Forman of Luck and Lavender Studio!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/tote-bag-painting-workshop/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260329T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260329T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20250915T182301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T182307Z
UID:10003486-1774792800-1774803600@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/2026-03-29/
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:20260320T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260320T230000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260317T180723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T180726Z
UID:10004818-1774036800-1774047600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Art Night
DESCRIPTION:Art Night by anyu sun  \n\n\n\nAll materials provided: brushes\, colors\, canvas\, just bring your wonderful self. \n\n\n\nLimited seating\, DM through the link below to reserve your spot!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/art-night-2/
LOCATION:Arlington 5\, 5 Arlington Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="Angeles Sun":MAILTO:anyusun@me.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260310T154539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T154554Z
UID:10004799-1773946800-1773954000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dyke Night
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.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dyke-night-4/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260315T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260315T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260311T214412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T214416Z
UID:10004804-1773579600-1773590400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Be Gay Do Art
DESCRIPTION:Are you 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️+?Are you creative? \n\n\n\nThen join us to Be Gay & Do Art! \n\n\n\n☆ All ages\, mediums\, and skill levels welcome! ☆ \n\n\n\nBGDA is a drop-in program\, so you can come and go as needed! \n\n\n\n🎨🎨🎨 \n\n\n\nWe will have some refreshments and donated art supplies for folks to use\, including collage supplies\, jewelry making\, paint and more! \n\n\n\nWe also encourage anyone to bring extra supplies they’d be willing to share (or donate) for those who might want to learn a new art form or try out a new medium! \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\, we will be requiring masks for those attending. 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\nTo maintain a masked space\, we will have a separate room with extra air purifiers for those who are eating/drinking (thus having to remove their masks!). \n\n\n\nMore Access Notes: \n\n\n\n☆ Kind Space has extra air purification throughout the space.☆ Kind Space is wheelchair accessible\, with an elevator to access the space and automatic doors!☆ There are both gendered\, stalled washrooms and accessible non-gendered washrooms.☆ Accessible by public transit (#11\, #6 & #7) with paid on-street parking (subject to availability!)☆ Low/no-scent space☆ Quiet space available
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/be-gay-do-art-4/
LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St. suite 9001\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260308T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260308T180000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260225T235223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T235228Z
UID:10004771-1772982000-1772992800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gender Abyss
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Gender Abyss \n\n\n\nA public showing of the latest artwork from Joan-Archer Gibson \n\n\n\nStarting with a public showing at 3pm on the 8th of March!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gender-abyss/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20250915T182301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T182307Z
UID:10003485-1771768800-1771779600@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/2026-02-22/
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:20260215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260120T181706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T181716Z
UID:10004429-1771160400-1771171200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Be Gay\, Do Art: Palentine's Edition
DESCRIPTION:Are you 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️+?Are you creative? \n\n\n\nThen join us for our first Be Gay\, Do Art of 2026! \n\n\n\nBGDA is an all-ages drop-in program\, so feel free to come and go as needed! \n\n\n\n☆ All ages\, art\, creative mediums\, and skill levels are welcome! ☆ \n\n\n\n🎨🎨🎨 \n\n\n\nWe will have donated art supplies for folks to use\, including collage supplies\, beads\, paint\, coloring pages and more! \n\n\n\nWe also encourage folks to bring extra supplies they’d be willing to share (or donate) for those who might want to learn a new art form or try out a new medium! \n\n\n\n🎨🎨🎨 \n\n\n\nThis month we will also be celebrating Palentines (or Galentines/Valentines if you prefer!)\, so we will have LOTS of card making supplies and other themed crafts! \n\n\n\n+ we might even have some Valentines snacks! \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\, we will be requiring masks for those attending. 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\nTo maintain a masked space\, we will have a separate room with extra air purifiers for those who are eating/drinking (thus having to remove their masks!). \n\n\n\nMore Access Notes: \n\n\n\n☆ Kind Space has extra air purification throughout the space.☆ Kind Space is wheelchair accessible\, with an elevator to access the space and automatic doors!☆ There are both gendered\, stalled washrooms and accessible non-gendered washrooms.☆ Accessible by public transit (#11\, #6 & #7) with paid on-street parking (subject to availability!)☆ Low/no-scent space☆ Quiet space available
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/be-gay-do-art-palentines-edition/
LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St. suite 9001\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260212T223305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T223317Z
UID:10004739-1771077600-1771088400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queerly Crafty Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Hey crafty pals!Come join us at the Ottawa Trans Library for a friendly drop-in crafternoon! \n\n\n\nBring a work in progress\, mending\, or a new project you need an excuse to start 😉 and hang out with other crafty people! As always\, I will be bringing extra supplies for folks to use; but let me know if there’s anything specific you need for your project\, and I’ll see what I can do! \n\n\n\nThis event is a PWYC donation to the Ottawa Trans Library.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerly-crafty-afternoon-3/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260207T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260207T230000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260203T193441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T193458Z
UID:10004707-1770489000-1770505200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Black Excellence Showcase
DESCRIPTION:👑 Capital Kingdom presents Black Excellence Showcase \n\n\n\nGet ready to eat\, mingle and buckle up at our 2026 Black Excellence Showcase! As we are bringing you a variety of amazing local Black performers to display their artistry and talent.  \n\n\n\n⏰ Social at 6:30 pm | Show at 8:30 pm | Dancing after the show \n\n\n\nYou won’t want to miss this show. \n\n\n\nThis show’s lineup:\n\n\n\n⭐Viva van Diva\, sultry and sweet with just the right amount of spice burlesque performer @vivavandiva \n\n\n\n⭐Janelle Niles\, a full-time stand-up comedian\, EMCEE\, content creator\, TV Personality and producer of Got Land? Indigenous comedy show. @janelle.niles \n\n\n\n⭐Stripes n Sweets\, is your favourite outcasted drag entity! @stripesnsweets \n\n\n\n⭐Velvet Duke\, is Canada’s premier spontaneous balladeer comedian @thevelvetduke \n\n\n\n⭐Hosted by Ottawa’s sexy smooth drag king and co-producer\, Omari B Johnson @omaribjohnson_drag \n\n\n\nCome in early to mingle and enjoy some tasty food from Nostalgica and then stay for the amazing show! \n\n\n\nMasks will be available at the door for anyone who wishes to wear one. \n\n\n\nThe venue is accessible.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/black-excellence-showcase/
LOCATION:nostalgica\, 601 Cumberland St\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N6N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Comedy,Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260206T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260206T220000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260203T165508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T165516Z
UID:10004706-1770408000-1770415200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Carleton University’s Gender and Sexuality Resource Centre is hosting a fundraiser event for their Gender Affirming Gear program\, which supports students in subsidizing the cost of gender affirming gear.  \n\n\n\nThe night is about displaying queer art – visual arts and performances! We can appreciate local student artists and come together to support the community.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility information: It is at Rooster’s cafe on the 4th floor of Nideyinan (on Carleton Campus)\, and there are two available elevators (one next to Ollie’s and Tim Hortons\, the other near the side entrance). There are single stall all gender washrooms right outside of the venue. No flashing lights\, no sudden noises. Volunteer available to guide people to less-stimulating area if overstimulated. Not a masked event.  \n\n\n\nFood: snacks will be available – details to be confirmed. May be cookies or sandwiches\, likely not gluten free.  \n\n\n\nNo age restrictions.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-exhibit/
LOCATION:Rooster’s Coffeehouse\, 1125 Colonel By Dr.\, Nideyinàn Building\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 5B6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa
ORGANIZER;CN="GSRC - Carleton University Gender and Sexuality Resource Centre":MAILTO:gsrc@cusaonline.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260205T220000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260203T195444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T195447Z
UID:10004714-1770318000-1770328800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Après Ski High Tea
DESCRIPTION:A cozy dress-up party for the dykes!!! ❄️💘 \n\n\n\nCome dressed in your finest après ski fit – furs\, baby pinks\, baby blues\, and snowy whites.  \n\n\n\nEvery ticket comes with free tea for the evening! ☕️ DIY a teabag with a variety of herbs and spices! \n\n\n\nMake a valentine for your honey (or a new cutie you meet at the event!)!  \n\n\n\nMingle\, take cutie pictures\, viiiiibe.  \n\n\n\nCis men stay home pleeeeaase.  \n\n\n\nACCESS INFO FROM A5:\n\n\n\nThere is a 2 step stoop at the front entrance\, but our back entrance is at street level with only a 1.5 inch lip to get into the space. The main bathroom is in the basement which is 10 steps down. We do however have a small secondary washroom in our kitchen space across the driveway that can be accessed by key. This has a 4 inch lip at the entrance and is not necessarily comfortably wheelchair accessible  in terms of space but may be useful for individuals who have other mobility issues that prevent them from using the stairs.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/apres-ski-high-tea/
LOCATION:Arlington 5\, 5 Arlington Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Maggie May Harder":MAILTO:maggiemharder@icloud.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260120T211606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T211617Z
UID:10004696-1770231600-1770238800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Dyke Night
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.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dyke-night-3/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20250915T182301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T182307Z
UID:10003484-1769349600-1769360400@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/2026-01-25/
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:20260124T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260124T230000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260109T202921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T202927Z
UID:10004114-1769277600-1769295600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Craftwerk
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the recent trending “knit-raves” (and @boo._.66‘s personal love of going out and knitting in places you’d least expect)\, we present Craftwerk! \n\n\n\nA new casual event where music lovers and crafters unite to parallel play. Whether you want to come and socialize with fellow craft lovers or just want to go mute and dance to some new music\, this event welcomes both. As the series continues\, more DJs/musicians will be invited to showcase experimental music\, so in a way\, everybody will be crafting something! Our intention is to create a safe space that is welcoming to all\, for people who want to be in community but find the typical environment of “going out” overwhelming because of socializing or sensory stimuli. For our first event\, we are keeping things nice and calm in tone with the post-holiday winter season. We will be playing some chill house and electronic music for you to sip your drink to and craft whatever your heart desires! \n\n\n\nWhat craft will you be bringing?? \n\n\n\nCraftwerk ft. DJs @boo._.66 and @jasnastyB.Y.O.C. (Bring your own craft projects\, tools\, and supplies – but some collage and art materials will be provided as well 🙂
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/craftwerk/
LOCATION:Arlington 5\, 5 Arlington Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1C1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Nightlife,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260124T113000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260115T224734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T224744Z
UID:10004408-1769248800-1769254200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Card Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed\, social card‑making workshop. Create up to three handmade cards\, one Valentine’s Day card and two birthday cards while learning simple techniques and enjoying friendly conversation. No experience needed; step‑by‑step guidance provided. All materials provided. Leave with beautiful\, ready‑to‑give cards.  \n\n\n\nMeet Lise! A Good Companions member since 2019\, Lise has been creating handmade cards for over 15 years. After retiring\, she leaned into her creativity and set up a dedicated craft room at home. She’s excited to meet you and share her love of card‑making.   \n\n\n\nRegister with our 2SLGBTQIA+ Program Coordinator Sarah Rea: srea@thegoodcompanions.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/card-making-workshop/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260116T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260115T215008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T215014Z
UID:10004406-1768586400-1768597200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Vogue Fem Workshop and Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Friday for a Vogue fem workshop AND session with Legendary Overall Motha Maldita Siriano @rdanah 💚 \n\n\n\nLocation: Routhier Community Center: Robert studio (second floor)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/vogue-fem-workshop-and-session/
LOCATION:Routhier Community Centre\, 172 Guigues Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Touch Grass Kiki":MAILTO:touchgrasskiki@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260111T180000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20260102T184759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T184806Z
UID:10004090-1768140000-1768154400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transmasc Hours
DESCRIPTION:We are kicking off the new year with an afternoon of arts & crafts – supplies are provided for painting\, bracelet making/beading\, and knitting/felting! Feel free to bring your own projects or indulge in puzzles or coloring : ) We’ll have another voice crack karaoke session in the last hour! \n\n\n\nRSVP: link belowWHO: anyone on the transmasc spectrum
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transmasc-hours/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251229T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251229T200000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20251223T172510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T172532Z
UID:10003820-1767027600-1767038400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Be Gay\, Do Art
DESCRIPTION:Are you 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️+?Are you creative? \n\n\n\nThen join us for our last Be Gay & Do Art of 2025! \n\n\n\n☆ All ages\, 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\n📅 Monday December 29th⏰️ 5:00 – 8:00 PM📍Kind Space (400 Cooper St.) \n\n\n\n🎉🎉🎉 \n\n\n\nWe will have snacks\, drinks\, and donated art supplies for folks to use\, including collage supplies\, jewelry making\, painting\, and more! \n\n\n\nWe also encourage folks to bring extra supplies they’d be willing to share (or donate) for those who might want to learn a new art form or try out a new medium! \n\n\n\n🎨🎨🎨 \n\n\n\nThis month we will also have supplies to decorate picture frames! While we encourage folks to B.Y.O.F. (bring your own frame)\, we will also have some available in various sizes\, alongside lots of potential decorations! \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\, we will be requiring masks for those attending. 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\nTo maintain a masked space\, we will have a separate room with extra air purifiers for those who are eating/drinking (thus having to remove their masks!). \n\n\n\nMore Access Notes: \n\n\n\n☆ Kind Space has extra air purification throughout the space.☆ Kind Space is wheelchair accessible\, with an elevator to access the space and automatic doors!☆ There are both gendered\, stalled washrooms and accessible non-gendered washrooms.☆ Accessible by public transit (#11\, #6 & #7) with paid on-street parking (subject to availability!)☆ Low/no-scent space☆ Quiet space available
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/be-gay-do-art-3/
LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St. suite 9001\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20250915T182301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T182307Z
UID:10003483-1766930400-1766941200@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/2025-12-28/
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:20251221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180215
CREATED:20251218T210336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T210455Z
UID:10003789-1766341800-1766350800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Paint Your Holiday Pride
DESCRIPTION:Our Drag & Paint Night is back! 🎄🌈 \n\n\n\nHosted by Eden Moore featuring Ruby Foxglove:  \n\n\n\nTogether they will guarantee an evening of high-energy lip syncs\, campy performances\, charismatic hosting\, and show-stopping looks. All paired with painting the pottery of your choice! \n\n\n\nCelebrate your pride at Color Me Mine with our colourful Drag Show! Special after-hours event with performances from incredible local Drag Queens. Enjoy a night dedicated to pride\, love\, and community. All ages are welcome to attend!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/paint-your-holiday-pride/
LOCATION:Color Me Mine Merivale\, 1595 Merivale Rd #6\, Nepean\, Ontario\, K2G 3J4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Drag & Burlesque,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Eden Moore":MAILTO:theedenmoore@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251217T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260512T180216
CREATED:20251128T232404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T232415Z
UID:10003775-1765990800-1766001600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Holiday CRAFTernoon
DESCRIPTION:MAX’s holiday CRAFTernoon is back! Join us for a festive evening preparing care packages for the community and crafting away. \n\n\n\nWe’ll have some craft supplies to get you started on your creative path\, but we recommend bringing some items of your own:  \n\n\n\nWhat we’ll have: \n\n\n\n\n🎁Paper \n\n\n\n🎁Glue \n\n\n\n🎁Beads \n\n\n\n🎁Paint \n\n\n\n\nWhat we recommend bringing: \n\n\n\n\n🎨An ornament \n\n\n\n🎨Stickers \n\n\n\n🎨Fabric \n\n\n\n🎨Yarn  \n\n\n\n\nA few festive crafting ideas to spark some inspiration include: an ornament\, a decoration\, holiday cards\, and knitted or crocheted items to keep you or a friend warm. \n\n\n\nWe’ll also have snacks and hot chocolate ☕ to keep you fueled and a cheesy Hallmark movie playing in the background to set the holiday mood. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP below to let us know you’re coming! \n\n\n\nMAX Ottawa is an accessible venue with elevators and wheelchair accessible\, gender neutral washrooms.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/holiday-crafternoon/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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