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SUMMARY:Neurodivergence in BDSM Dynamics
DESCRIPTION:A two-day workshop with Susie Showers \n\n\n\nFriday September 5th 6PM-9PM \n\n\n\nSaturday September 6th 4PM-6PM \n\n\n\nPlease note\, you must have attended Friday’s class to be eligible to attend Saturday’s class. \n\n\n\nHave more fun with accessibility in kink for neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals\, couples\, and polycules.  \n\n\n\nPerhaps the play you’re engaging in – or avoiding – is creating discomfort or overwhelm for you or your partners. Or maybe you know exactly what you need to feel comfortable\, but play feels rigid or uninspired. Join this two-part play lab with a certified mental health & relationship counsellor to explore the benefits of kink\, power play and fetish in your relationships. \n\n\n\nYou’ll be supported to explore… \n\n\n\n\nWhy kink feels so good\, based on how your brain learns and communicates\n\n\n\nFeel the difference between feeling unsafe and feelings of discomfort from avoidance\, overstimulation\, and dissociation \n\n\n\nConnect your unique access needs to roles and activities in BDSM \n\n\n\nCreate scenes and aftercare plans for collaborative connection \n\n\n\n\nIn the first part you will explore challenges and support needs. Bring your questions\, your struggles\, your wins! In the second day you’ll be loosely guided to create a scene honouring the play style for your neurotype to satisfy you and your partners\, and find creative ways to meet your accessibility needs. You don’t need to be in an ongoing relational dynamic to attend\, all that’s required is curiosity to understand yourself and other people.  \n\n\n\nDay 1: \n\n\n\n\nAfter settling in we name common challenges in kinky play and intimacy for neurodivergent folks.\n\n\n\nThis channels into support needs these challenges may be pointing towards.\n\n\n\nWe play with the difference between feeling unsafe and feeling uncomfortable in relationship\, and bring curiosity to discomfort. \n\n\n\nThere will be a bit of homework to take with you so you’re prepared well for the practical part. \n\n\n\n\nDay 2: \n\n\n\n\nConnect support needs to tools including kinky behaviours and activities \n\n\n\nPlan out a scene including negotiation and aftercare for everyone involved \n\n\n\n\nNote: This is not a 101 intro to BDSM\, so prior knowledge of basic kink negotiation\, safety and consent are expected before joining. \n\n\n\nTickets are sold per person and are provide access to the event for both Friday and Saturday as this is a two day workshop. \n\n\n\nTickets are available on a sliding scale to promote inclusivity and accessibility. Please choose the ticket price that makes this event accessible to you. All ticket types provide the same access to the event. \n\n\n\nThis workshop does not require a membership. Doors will open 15 minutes before the start of the class. \n\n\n\nSusie Showers is a queer nonbinary AuDHD creative arts therapist and relationship counsellor in Montreal. They support queer and trans individuals and relational dynamics explore challenges and curiosities around gender\, sexuality\, kink\, and polyamoury. They integrate somatic techniques\, drama therapy\, sex therapy\, and DBT using a feminist trauma-informed body-based approach. They have been learning and teaching in kink communities since 2013 in London UK\, Melbourne Australia\, Toronto\, and Montreal. They are a clown\, a film maker\, and a puppeteer\, and a dutiful servant to a small black cat called Freyja.  \n\n\n\nsusieshowers.com
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/neurodivergence-in-bdsm-dynamics/2025-09-05/
LOCATION:Probe Ottawa\, 41 York St 3rd & 4th floor\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Sex positive
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250825T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250825T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250725T172153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T200559Z
UID:10003348-1756141200-1756150200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Interactive Workshop: Design Your Own Event
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that folks have been running workshops at The Grove since we launched in 2024? The Grove Studio is a queer-owned community creative hub in Ottawa that centers joy through art and learning. We believe in growing collaboratively\, which is why we are inviting folks who have skills to share to be a part of our community! \n\n\n\nIf you are someone who has a skill or craft that you would like to share\, but didn’t know how to go about it\, or want to do it in a supportive environment\, this event is for you! \n\n\n\nThis event will: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduce you to The Grove from an event organizer or facilitator’s perspective\n\n\n\nShare experiences running events at The Grove\, and what folks are interested in seeing more of\n\n\n\nCollaboratively generate topics for teach-ins\, skill shares\, and workshops\n\n\n\nWorkshop your idea into a ready-to-launch event\n\n\n\nTalk through what it’s like to run an event or workshop at The Grove\n\n\n\nAnswer your questions about event facilitation from an accessibility and care-focused perspective\n\n\n\n\nAll you need is to have a skill or craft that you feel confident in sharing\, whether it’s a hobby or something more. \n\n\n\nTwo identical sessions will be run: \n\n\n\n\nAfternoon session – doors at 1:30pm\, event from 2-4pm\n\n\n\nEvening session – doors at 5pm\, event from 5:30-7:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThis is a masked event (KN95 or more). 2 air filters will be on with central air conditioning. \n\n\n\nSee our FAQ about parking and other info about the space.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/interactive-workshop-design-your-own-event/2025-08-25/2/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250825T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002406-1756141200-1756148400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-08-25/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250825T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250825T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250725T172153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T200559Z
UID:10003347-1756128600-1756137600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Interactive Workshop: Design Your Own Event
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that folks have been running workshops at The Grove since we launched in 2024? The Grove Studio is a queer-owned community creative hub in Ottawa that centers joy through art and learning. We believe in growing collaboratively\, which is why we are inviting folks who have skills to share to be a part of our community! \n\n\n\nIf you are someone who has a skill or craft that you would like to share\, but didn’t know how to go about it\, or want to do it in a supportive environment\, this event is for you! \n\n\n\nThis event will: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduce you to The Grove from an event organizer or facilitator’s perspective\n\n\n\nShare experiences running events at The Grove\, and what folks are interested in seeing more of\n\n\n\nCollaboratively generate topics for teach-ins\, skill shares\, and workshops\n\n\n\nWorkshop your idea into a ready-to-launch event\n\n\n\nTalk through what it’s like to run an event or workshop at The Grove\n\n\n\nAnswer your questions about event facilitation from an accessibility and care-focused perspective\n\n\n\n\nAll you need is to have a skill or craft that you feel confident in sharing\, whether it’s a hobby or something more. \n\n\n\nTwo identical sessions will be run: \n\n\n\n\nAfternoon session – doors at 1:30pm\, event from 2-4pm\n\n\n\nEvening session – doors at 5pm\, event from 5:30-7:30pm\n\n\n\n\nThis is a masked event (KN95 or more). 2 air filters will be on with central air conditioning. \n\n\n\nSee our FAQ about parking and other info about the space.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/interactive-workshop-design-your-own-event/2025-08-25/1/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250824T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250824T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250811T221914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T221918Z
UID:10003383-1756036800-1756065600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Street Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Street Festival returns to Bank Street this year on August 23 – 24 from 12 – 8pm each day! It features community organizations\, political groups\, a craft fair\, activations from our corporate partners and other programming. Join Capital Pride in Ottawa’s Village as we celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/street-festival/2025-08-24/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Family friendly,Market or festival,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Pride,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250823T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250811T221914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T221918Z
UID:10003382-1755950400-1755979200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Street Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Street Festival returns to Bank Street this year on August 23 – 24 from 12 – 8pm each day! It features community organizations\, political groups\, a craft fair\, activations from our corporate partners and other programming. Join Capital Pride in Ottawa’s Village as we celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/street-festival/2025-08-23/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Family friendly,Market or festival,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Pride,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250822T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250822T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250813T214019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T214027Z
UID:10003397-1755855000-1755865800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Elder Queer (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling with Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nBack by popular demand\, this summer session is open to folks who have never written a story and to those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages and experience. \n\n\n\nDuring this weeklong workshop the group will meet daily with Mary Ellen to learn some tools/skills in the art of creating a story for the stage and how to perform/tell them. Stories can be serious or comic or a blend of both. Participants may use movement\, puppets\, music – however you want to tell your story\, all are welcome! \n\n\n\nThis workshop offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having FUN\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nFamily and friends are invited to the final session to hear the participant’s stories.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-2/2025-08-22/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250821T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250821T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250813T214019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T214027Z
UID:10003396-1755768600-1755779400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Elder Queer (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling with Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nBack by popular demand\, this summer session is open to folks who have never written a story and to those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages and experience. \n\n\n\nDuring this weeklong workshop the group will meet daily with Mary Ellen to learn some tools/skills in the art of creating a story for the stage and how to perform/tell them. Stories can be serious or comic or a blend of both. Participants may use movement\, puppets\, music – however you want to tell your story\, all are welcome! \n\n\n\nThis workshop offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having FUN\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nFamily and friends are invited to the final session to hear the participant’s stories.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-2/2025-08-21/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250820T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250820T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250804T202611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T202619Z
UID:10003362-1755712800-1755720000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Advocacy in Action
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 2025 Capital Pride Advocacy in Action panel! Please join us for a riveting panel on the history of blood donation and the 2SLGBTQ+ community in Canada. In partnership with pflag Canada\, our panel of experts includes varying perspectives on the topic. \n\n\n\nWe invite you to join in this opportunity to learn\, think\, and reflect on our panel discussion. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/advocacy-in-action/
LOCATION:Arts Court\, 2 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Ottawa,Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250820T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250820T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250813T214019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T214027Z
UID:10003395-1755682200-1755693000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Elder Queer (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling with Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nBack by popular demand\, this summer session is open to folks who have never written a story and to those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages and experience. \n\n\n\nDuring this weeklong workshop the group will meet daily with Mary Ellen to learn some tools/skills in the art of creating a story for the stage and how to perform/tell them. Stories can be serious or comic or a blend of both. Participants may use movement\, puppets\, music – however you want to tell your story\, all are welcome! \n\n\n\nThis workshop offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having FUN\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nFamily and friends are invited to the final session to hear the participant’s stories.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-2/2025-08-20/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Pride
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250819T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250819T213000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250725T172557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T201635Z
UID:10003335-1755628200-1755639000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Upcycle your old t-shirts into yarn!
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a bunch of old cotton t-shirts lying around\, waiting for a new life? Let’s learn how to upcycle them together with a simple method of turning t-shirts into yarn that you can knit\, crochet\, macrame\, or weave with! \n\n\n\nWhat’s involved? \n\n\n\nBring one or two clean old t-shirts made of 100% cotton. There will be a demo and explanation\, and then we will turn your t-shirt into yarn step-by-step together. Then we will roll it into a yarn ball for easy storage. \n\n\n\nYou will go home with a new skill and a new way to upcycle your old band t-shirts! \n\n\n\nThis is a masked event (KN95 or better). Beverages allowed. Age 16 or above due to scissors and rotary cutters being used. \n\n\n\nThere is an option to buy a thrifted shirt to upcycle if you don’t have any to bring. \n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\n9:30 End \n\n\n\n6:30 doors open \n\n\n\n7:00 Workshop (demo\, step by step guide) \n\n\n\n8:30 Open crafting time to start your next project with your brand new yarn
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/upcycle-your-old-t-shirts-into-yarn/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Ottawa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250819T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250819T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250804T201217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T201229Z
UID:10003360-1755624600-1755630000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Clinic: A Free Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the hybrid launch of our free Co-operators Financial Clinic hosted by expert financial advisor Liv Gauthier! Whether you’re budgeting\, starting a business\, buying a home\, or exploring investing\, we’ve got you covered. \n\n\n\nCome celebrate with us\, ask questions\, and take the first step toward financial confidence. Let’s make money make sense—together!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/financial-literacy-clinic-a-free-workshop/
LOCATION:Staples Spotlight Studio\, 403 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Ottawa,Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250819T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250819T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250813T214019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T214027Z
UID:10003394-1755595800-1755606600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Elder Queer (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling with Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nBack by popular demand\, this summer session is open to folks who have never written a story and to those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages and experience. \n\n\n\nDuring this weeklong workshop the group will meet daily with Mary Ellen to learn some tools/skills in the art of creating a story for the stage and how to perform/tell them. Stories can be serious or comic or a blend of both. Participants may use movement\, puppets\, music – however you want to tell your story\, all are welcome! \n\n\n\nThis workshop offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having FUN\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nFamily and friends are invited to the final session to hear the participant’s stories.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-2/2025-08-19/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Pride
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250818T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250818T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002405-1755536400-1755543600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-08-18/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250818T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250818T123000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250813T214019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T214027Z
UID:10003393-1755509400-1755520200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:ElderQueers (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Elder Queer (2SLGBTQIA+) Storytelling with Mary Ellen MacLean \n\n\n\nBack by popular demand\, this summer session is open to folks who have never written a story and to those who have. If you have attended one of Mary Ellen’s workshops before\, you are welcome to come back and develop your storytelling skills. Mary Ellen has over 30 years of experience creating work for the stage and collaborating with people of all ages and experience. \n\n\n\nDuring this weeklong workshop the group will meet daily with Mary Ellen to learn some tools/skills in the art of creating a story for the stage and how to perform/tell them. Stories can be serious or comic or a blend of both. Participants may use movement\, puppets\, music – however you want to tell your story\, all are welcome! \n\n\n\nThis workshop offers an opportunity to gather\, deepen your community connections\, and create stories with the support of each other and Mary Ellen’s guidance. The focus is on having FUN\, learning some new skills\, and connecting with each other. \n\n\n\nFamily and friends are invited to the final session to hear the participant’s stories.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/elderqueers-2slgbtqia-storytelling-workshop-2/2025-08-18/
LOCATION:National Arts Centre\, 1 Elgin St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5W1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250806T135956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T140022Z
UID:10003366-1755196200-1755203400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Picnic at McNabb Park
DESCRIPTION:Join the CCA’s Trees\, Greenspace & Sustainability Committee for a relaxing evening at McNabb park with live performances by Queer Youth Choir and OK Naledi! \n\n\n\nAlso featured: Free food\, seeds for fall planting\, and the chance to chat with a composting expert! \n\n\n\nBring your picnics\, friends and family\, and curiosity! \n\n\n\nThursday\, August 14th 2025No registration required \n\n\n\nLocation: McNabb Park\, corner of Gladstone Ave and Bronson ave. \n\n\n\nFree masks will be availableStep-free access at the North East corner of Gladstone ave and Bronson aveLimited seating options will be provided
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/picnic-at-mcnabb-park/
LOCATION:McNabb Park\, 180 Percy St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5P9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family friendly,Live music,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Centretown Community Association":MAILTO:ccca@centretowncitizens.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250811T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250811T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002404-1754931600-1754938800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-08-11/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250810T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250810T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250806T144029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T144102Z
UID:10003371-1754830800-1754848800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:DJ Basics
DESCRIPTION:🎛️💥 OTTAWA—YOU KNOW WHAT TIME IT IS 💥🎛️ DJ BASICS is back for August and we’re keeping it cute\, curious\, and community-centered 🦋 \n\n\n\nEver seen someone spinnin’ tracks and thought\, “Wait… I could probably do that”? \n\n\n\nNow’s your chance to learn! Come through and get behind the decks in a space where Black & Queer youth are learning\, playing\, and building from the ground up 💽 \n\n\n\nWe’re hosting an intro-level DJ workshop on Sunday\, August 10\, 2025 from 1PM-6PM. This time\, we have a special guest faciliatator DJ Del Pilar (@djdelpilar) holding it down! Co-founder of Homophono\, a queer dance party in Ottawa\, and facilitator of “In the Mix” Community DJ Days. Come through to the The Grove\, located at 18 Louisa St\, Unit 280 \n\n\n\n💻 No laptop? No problem \n\n\n\n🧠 No experience? We got you \n\n\n\n🎧 All gear provided. Just bring your curiosity \n\n\n\n😷 Masks Required!! *this special edition of DJ Basics is masked! \n\n\n\nYour Hosts: \n\n\n\n\nDJ Del Pilar ₊˚⊹\n\n\n\nDJ Celestial\n\n\n\nDJ Nebula\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop covers all things DJ Basics\, including a brief history of the craft\, software & hardware options\, mixing techniques and 1-on-1 support anyone beginning or along in their DJ journey. All levels are welcome and no previous experience is needed. You’ll have plenty of time to practice on the equipment\, which includes multiple DDJ-REV 1s and a DJControl Inpulse 500. Our facilitators will also be sharing some tips and their own personal mixing process with participants! \n\n\n\nLunch is included with vegan and gluten-free options available! \n\n\n\nTickets for this workshop are available by donation (pay what you can)\, with a suggested donation of $25. If cost is a barrier\, please feel free to reach out to us through email info@passthevibes.art – we got you. \n\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 10 participants. Please only register if you can come through! \n\n\n\nPull up solo\, bring a friend\, or meet someone new — see you Sunday\, August 10 ❤️ \n\n\n\nPass the Vibes workshops are open to Black and Black Queer youth! (15-30 years old is our average age\, but all ages are welcome to come by 🙂 \n\n\n\n₊˚⊹☆ \n\n\n\nPlease email info@passthevibes.art for any concerns or special requests \n\n\n\nPass the Vibes was founded in 2019 by a group of friends in Ottawa who identified the need for inclusive and accessible knowledge-sharing spaces for Queer\, Trans\, Black\, Indigenous and People of Colour (QTBIPOC)\, especially for skills such as DJing that are often taught in very male and white-dominated environments. Our collective has since evolved into a safe and playful space of belonging\, experimentation and healing for Black and Black Queer youth (aged 18-30) in Ottawa\, offering resources\, hangout spaces\, connection and knowledge sharing opportunities. Pass the Vibes’ vision is to create experimental\, non-judgmental and Queer/Trans-safe spaces of belonging for Black youth to witness themselves and each other in creative expression. \n\n\n\nWe’d like to extend a big thank you to our funders\, Ontario Triullium Foundation\, for making these events possible! and thank you to our organizational mentor\, DARC – the Digital Arts Resource Centre for their ongoing support.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/dj-basics/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Live music,Ottawa,Regular programming,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250809T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250609T153704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T153722Z
UID:10003144-1754733600-1754740800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Beach Skills & Drills: Strategy/Gameplay
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your beach volleyball skills to the next level? Join us for our Beach Skills and Drills Program led by James Battiston\, former professional volleyball player and member of the Canadian Beach National Team. James has coached for several years with the Mavericks Volleyball Club as well as 15+ years at Madawaska Volleyball Camp.   \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to beach volleyball or a seasoned player\, we have something for you!  Join us at the RA Centre on Saturday mornings where James will bring his expert guidance to teach you fundamentals or take you to the next level with specific skills.  \n\n\n\nThis is an all-encompassing session that looks at strategies for getting your opponents to do what you want them to do. We will work on creating a serve/defensive strategy in the 2-on-2 beach game that funnels the defense to work with your strengths. On serve receive\, we will work on creating the best situation for a successful side out. For this session\, participants are expected to have basic ball control (being able to forearm or hand pass a ball to a target) to allow for meaningful rallies.    
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/beach-skills-drills-strategy-gameplay/
LOCATION:RA Centre Beach Courts\, 2451 Riverside Dr.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1H 7X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Pride Capital Volleyball":MAILTO:info@pcv-fvc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250804T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250804T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002403-1754326800-1754334000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-08-04/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250724T022422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T022452Z
UID:10003328-1753900200-1753907400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pride Month Poetry Workshop with Ben Ladouceur
DESCRIPTION:Beginning and emerging poets are invited to join facilitator Ben Ladouceur for a poetry workshop on the eve of Pride Month in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nBen will guide participants through writing prompts inspired by some of the best contemporary queer and ally poets. \n\n\n\nWhether you write poetry all the time or haven’t touched it for many years – if you want to explore and create poetry in a safe and productive space\, you will find this workshop worthwhile. You will walk away with three or four new poems in your notebook\, to continue working on at your own pace. \n\n\n\nParticipants will also be invited (if they want to) to take part in a reading in late August alongside authors Kimberly Quiogue Andrews\, Kevin Shaw and Sanita Fejzić (details to come). \n\n\n\nNote: The workshop is free but you need a library card (also free) to register. \n\n\n\nAbout Ben:Ben Ladouceur is an author living on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation (Ottawa). His first book\, Otter\, was selected as a best book of 2015 by the National Post\, nominated for a Lambda Literary Award\, and awarded the Gerald Lampert Memorial Award; his second book\, Mad Long Emotion\, was awarded the Archibald Lampman Prize. He is the recipient of the Writers’ Trust Dayne Ogilvie Prize for emerging LGBT+ writers\, and a National Magazine Award for Poetry. His short fiction has been featured in the Journey Prize Anthology and awarded the Thomas Morton Prize. His debut novel\, I Remember Lights\, was published by Book*hug Press in April 2025.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pride-month-poetry-workshop-with-ben-ladouceur/
LOCATION:Ottawa Public Library – Sunnyside\, 1049 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 3W9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Pride
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250728T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002402-1753722000-1753729200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-07-28/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250609T153136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T153155Z
UID:10003143-1753524000-1753531200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Beach Skills & Drills: Serve/Defense
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your beach volleyball skills to the next level? Join us for our Beach Skills and Drills Program led by James Battiston\, former professional volleyball player and member of the Canadian Beach National Team. James has coached for several years with the Mavericks Volleyball Club as well as 15+ years at Madawaska Volleyball Camp.   \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to beach volleyball or a seasoned player\, we have something for you!  Join us at the RA Centre on Saturday mornings where James will bring his expert guidance to teach you fundamentals or take you to the next level with specific skills.  \n\n\n\nThis session will include work on techniques for service\, blocking and defense in 2-on-2 beach volleyball. We will work on reading the first two contacts of an opponent to better set up a defense to counterattack. For this session\, participants are expected to have basic ball control (being able to forearm or hand pass a ball to a target) to allow for meaningful rallies.   
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/beach-skills-drills-serve-defense/
LOCATION:RA Centre Beach Courts\, 2451 Riverside Dr.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1H 7X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Pride Capital Volleyball":MAILTO:info@pcv-fvc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002401-1753117200-1753124400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-07-21/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250714T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250714T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002400-1752512400-1752519600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-07-14/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250713T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250713T143000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250519T170010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T170019Z
UID:10002800-1752413400-1752417000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Think On The Fling - Burlesque Improv
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to think on the fly during an act? The key is letting loose\, leaning into character and crowd interaction!! Those are just some of the key skills that help you elevate your burlesque in the moment. Join Miss Patience Plush as they take you through an 8 week skill building class to help you create dynamic\, creative and engaging acts. No previous experience required.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/think-on-the-fling-burlesque-improv/2025-07-13/
LOCATION:Rouge Studio of Dance\, 340 MacLaren St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Educational,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250609T150555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T150623Z
UID:10003142-1752314400-1752321600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Beach Skills & Drills: Reception/Side Out
DESCRIPTION:Ready to take your beach volleyball skills to the next level? Join us for our Beach Skills and Drills Program led by James Battiston\, former professional volleyball player and member of the Canadian Beach National Team. James has coached for several years with the Mavericks Volleyball Club as well as 15+ years at Madawaska Volleyball Camp.   \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to beach volleyball or a seasoned player\, we have something for you!  Join us at the RA Centre on Saturday mornings where James will bring his expert guidance to teach you fundamentals or take you to the next level with specific skills.  \n\n\n\nFor this session\, we will focus on serve receive to attack.  This will include working on passing/setting and attack strategies in a 2-on-2 setting.  Game situation drills will provide opportunities to practice the transition from reception to attack and allow for live feedback.  For this session\, participants are expected to have basic ball control (being able to forearm or hand pass a ball to a target) to allow for meaningful rallies.     
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/beach-skills-drills-reception-side-out/
LOCATION:RA Centre Beach Courts\, 2451 Riverside Dr.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1H 7X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Pride Capital Volleyball":MAILTO:info@pcv-fvc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250708T220000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250522T182314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T162803Z
UID:10002821-1751995800-1752012000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Quest to Climaxia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a role-playing quest with games and education at SAW on July 8. We’ll have a complimentary dinner lined up to fuel you before the fantastical adventure begins. A full bar will be available for drinks to purchase. \n\n\n\nThe Quest\n\n\n\nYou and the citizens of the magical\, utopian land of Climaxia learn that you’ve have been exposed to the Glitterot–a powerful\, disease-spreading gem. Four diseases now wreak havoc on the Climaxians and their infrastructure: the magical structures begin to flicker\, the wards are failing\, and the once-prosperous crops are wilting. \n\n\n\nYou\, a citizen of Climaxia\, and your neighbours can overcome this mayhem\, but you’ll have to work together. Register below and get ready for the hottest queer quest of the year! \n\n\n\nAdditional Details\n\n\n\nSAW is a fully accessible venue. \n\n\n\nThis event includes themes of sexual health. \n\n\n\nThis is a free event.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/quest-to-climaxia/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,MAX Programs,Ottawa,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250707T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002399-1751907600-1751914800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-07-07/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250706T143000
DTSTAMP:20260408T102302
CREATED:20250519T170010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T170019Z
UID:10002799-1751808600-1751812200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Think On The Fling - Burlesque Improv
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how to think on the fly during an act? The key is letting loose\, leaning into character and crowd interaction!! Those are just some of the key skills that help you elevate your burlesque in the moment. Join Miss Patience Plush as they take you through an 8 week skill building class to help you create dynamic\, creative and engaging acts. No previous experience required.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/think-on-the-fling-burlesque-improv/2025-07-06/
LOCATION:Rouge Studio of Dance\, 340 MacLaren St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Educational,Regular programming
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