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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T180000
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UID:10002528-1746122400-1746129600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Nature Museum Hangout
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Spring\, Commeunity Ottawa and Open Pages Book Club invite you on an exploration of the Nature Museum! Learn about tons of crazy critters from dinosaurs to whales to birds and frogs in one of Ottawa’s oldest\, most beautiful buildings.  \n\n\n\nReserve your own space through the Nature Museum.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/nature-museum-hangout/
LOCATION:Museum of Nature\, 240 McLeod Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 6P4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family friendly,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T012137Z
UID:10002448-1746208800-1746219600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Homo Phono Beats & Boards
DESCRIPTION:Homo Phono Beats & Boards! \n\n\n\nWe’re back with our pals at @thegrove613 to bring you something a bit more laid-back. DJ del Pilar will be spinning low decibel Afrohouse/beats\, funk & RnB. We’ll provide some games – feel free to bring your own! \n\n\n\nBar with non-alcoholic drinks inc beer\, cocktails\, seltzers and more. \n\n\n\nAccessing the space: If the outside doors are locked\, buzz 2800 to get in. Check the QR code below to see a video on getting to the space! \n\n\n\nA few tickets are available at the door on a first come basis. Sliding scale – $5-20 (cash only at the door) \n\n\n\nThis is a covid-safer event!N95 or equivalent are required. Some masks will be available for free at the door. \n\n\n\nWe monitor CO2 throughout the night and will announce if the monitors reach 1000 (though it didn’t go above 825 at our last games night). \n\n\n\nThe new Grove space is much bigger than the last one with 2 small windows that open\, a central HVAC system\, and high ceilings. \n\n\n\nWe will have at least 3 air purifiers running at max at all times. \n\n\n\n18 Louisa does not have easy access to outside so we ask that you enjoy your drinks in the hall outside the main space. \n\n\n\nNotes About The Grove \n\n\n\n280-18 Louisa is on the 2nd floor of the building with elevator access. There are automatic doors on the outside of the building but the door to the studio is manual. \n\n\n\nThere are accessible washrooms on the 2nd floor. The (gendered) washrooms are shared with the whole floor but after hours it’s unlikely anyone else will be on site. \n\n\n\nThe studio is over 800 square feet of open space with an 11 ft ceiling \n\n\n\nFor seating\, we have several options – White folding chairs (max 225lbs /102 kg static) Blue stacking chairs ( max 660lbs / 299.3 kg static) Brown couch (max 700lbs/317.5 kg static) Rustic brown stools (max 264.5lbs/ 120 kg static)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/homo-phono-beats-boards/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Live music,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T230000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250417T194026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T194040Z
UID:10002522-1746216000-1746226800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Casper Skulls at LIVE! on Elgin with Scrip Issue & Nick Bendzsa
DESCRIPTION:Casper Skulls have successfully grown into their own on their newest album Kit-Cat (Next Door Records\, April 11\, 2025)\, taking a refreshingly patient and collaborative approach to songwriting that ultimately left the Sudbury/Toronto\, Ontario band creating the best album of their career. \n\n\n\nScrip Issue are fans of post-punk\, no wave\, and noise rock\, creating new ideas to combine with those sounds. \n\n\n\nDark\, sensitive\, direct\, spiritual and tender; Bendzsa blends trap\, acoustic folk\, ambient\, and indie to texture and paint an exaggerated world of genuine experience and fantasy.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/casper-skulls-at-live-on-elgin-with-scrip-issue-nick-bendzsa/
LOCATION:LIVE! on Elgin\, 220 Elgin St #2\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Live music,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Live! on Elgin":MAILTO:jon@liveonelgin.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250429T222742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T222754Z
UID:10002557-1746295200-1746304200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Brain and Mental Health Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 3rd at 6 PM at the Glebe Community Centre for the Brain and Mental Health Art Show by @sfn.ottawa\, which is a night of stunning art\, community connection\, and giving back 💛 \n\n\n\nSince 2010\, this event has brought together Ottawa’s science\, mental health\, and art worlds in an inspiring celebration of creativity and cause. This year\, we’re honoured that all proceeds from the art auction\, raffle\, and drinks will support youth in our city through YSB’s work! 🤝 \n\n\n\nCome for the art. Stay for the purpose.🎨
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/brain-and-mental-health-art-show/
LOCATION:Glebe Community Centre\, 175 Third Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 2K2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Educational,Family friendly,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250417T194552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T153034Z
UID:10002523-1746363600-1746374400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Covid-Cautious Clothing Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring your pre-loved items and exchange them for something new-to-you. It’s a fun\, eco-friendly way to save money\, reduce waste\, and connect with your community! \n\n\n\nWe will accept any clothing or accessories (all ages\, sizes & aesthetics!)\, however\, we have limited space\, so keep that in mind when deciding what to bring! \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) at all times to increase the safety of our space. We will have extra KN95 & N95 masks + hand sanitizer available. \n\n\n\n☆ Kind Space has extra air filtration 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/covid-cautious-clothing-swap/
LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250505T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002390-1746464400-1746471600@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/2025-05-05/
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:20250505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10002414-1746469800-1746475200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2025-05-05/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250509T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250509T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250417T184214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T185557Z
UID:10002456-1746810000-1746824400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Mega Market
DESCRIPTION:The Queer Mega Market is coming to Centretown on May 9th! It’s gonna be a gay ol’ time\, with 40+ local queer artisans\, a bake sale fundraiser for the Ottawa Trans Library\, music by DJ POWERHAUS\, and more at the Queer Mega Market! \n\n\n\nEvent is FREE\, wheelchair accessible\, and fully masked event (masks are provided).
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-mega-market/
LOCATION:Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre\, 290 Lisgar Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly,Live music,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T180000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250502T170626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T170646Z
UID:10002568-1746961200-1746986400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:A Queerly Crafty Day in May
DESCRIPTION:Bring a craft (sewing\, knitting\, crocheting\, quilting\, embroidery\, etc) and enjoy an afternoon with fellow sewists\, crafters\, and creators! If you think you’ll need a sewing machine or an iron/ironing board\, please let Josephine know in advance and she will try to accommodate (i.e.\, make sure those are available). \n\n\n\nThis is a masked event! Please bring a KN95 or higher mask (we have KN95s if you don’t have one!) \n\n\n\nHave questions about the Grove like parking and how to get in? Check out the FAQs.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/a-queerly-crafty-day-in-may/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250413T202344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T202354Z
UID:10002442-1746964800-1746968400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Drag Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Join Ms. Bianca Allen at Beyond the Pale Brewery for an imaginative experience through stories and drag. This is a free event but registration is required (below).
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/drag-story-time/
LOCATION:Beyond the Pale Brewing Company\, 250 City Centre Ave Bay 106\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Family friendly,Social,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Bianca Allen":MAILTO:heelsnheartevents@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250506T192351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T192359Z
UID:10002589-1746964800-1746972000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:All Ages Drag Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Capital Kingdom’s next All Ages Drag Brunch!  \n\n\n\nYou’ll get to watch family-friendly performances\, have a fantastic meal (sold separately) and colour in our custom colouring pages of each performer. \n\n\n\nIntroducing this month’s cast:  \n\n\n\nComin’ in hot and cookin’ up a storm\, he may be based in Ottawa\, but he’s the Mayor of Flavourtown (with a “u”)\, Gay Fieri @gayfieridrag  \n\n\n\nHe is an egomaniac drag king who brings dad jokes\, camp and trail mix\, Claude Cash @theclaudecash \n\n\n\nUsing music as their trusty sidekick to connect with others\, this performer brings the laughs and good vibes\, Jax Sparks @jaxsparks69 \n\n\n\nAnd your host with the most @mileszinya! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll tickets are General Admission. \n\n\n\nSeating is not guaranteed. \n\n\n\nPlease come early to get a good seat. \n\n\n\nDoors at 11:30 am | Show at 12:00 pm \n\n\n\n(The venue has a ramp outside and a washroom located on the main floor. Other washrooms on the lower level.)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/all-ages-drag-brunch/
LOCATION:Irene’s Pub\, 885 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 3W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Family friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250512T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250512T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002391-1747069200-1747076400@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/2025-05-12/
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:20250512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10002415-1747074600-1747080000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2025-05-12/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250509T161148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T161155Z
UID:10002606-1747160100-1747166400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Silent Disco Park Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Do you consider yourself a creative person or a lover of dance? Do you care for the environment through acts of service? Are you curious about new ways to practice mindfulness and play?! \n\n\n\nJoin us for a FREE silent disco park clean up\, where you’ll be able to listen to music with other participants using Bluetooth headphones while clearing McNabb park of litter and trash. Featured channel will be a live DJ set courtesy of DJ Del Pilar. \n\n\n\nNot interested in dancing? Drop by to chat with community volunteers who are passionate about ending plastic pollution and promoting circular economies. \n\n\n\n6:15 pm – 8 pm Tuesday May 13th 2025 – McNabb Park (180 Percy St)Rain date: Wednesday May 14th 2025\, 6:15 pm – 8 pm \n\n\n\nHeadphones\, trash bags\, gloves and a limited number of trash pickers will be provided – Bring water\, comfortable shoes\, and a piece of ID for your headphones deposit! \n\n\n\nAlthough registration is not required\, you can secure your headset by registering through the link below!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/silent-disco-park-cleanup/
LOCATION:McNabb Park\, 180 Percy St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5P9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Family friendly,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Centretown Community Association":MAILTO:ccca@centretowncitizens.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250502T163249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T163304Z
UID:10002565-1747161000-1747168200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Paddle & Flicks
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Paddle & Flicks with The Grove! Join us for a fun evening of table tennis / social followed by a movie! The event will take place on Tuesday May 13 2025 at 6:30 at 18 Louisa St #280. \n\n\n\nMasking is required (recommended kn95 or better ) \, non-alcoholic beverages will be available and allowed to be consumed in the space during the movie.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/paddle-flicks/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250513T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250509T155749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T155800Z
UID:10002605-1747162800-1747170000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Bike Club
DESCRIPTION:🚨Ride Announcement!🚨 \n\n\n\nJoin us Tuesday\, May 13th for a ride to Vincent Massey Park! This will be a loop ride\, starting and ending at the Bayview Station (see slides through the link below) at 6:45pm\, leaving at 7. We will then ride to Vincent Massey Park\, chill for a bit there and then return back to Bayview as a group. Your ride home could be dark so please bring your charged bike lights (try the dollar store or bike shop). \n\n\n\nBring a chair\, or a blanket to sit on if you wish. \n\n\n\nAccessibility: \n\n\n\nThis route (13.6km Total) will be on bike paths \n\n\n\nWe will be crossing the canal at Hartwell Locks. There are two steps up to get onto the lock\, a narrow walkway with railings on both sides\, then two steps down. (Ride leaders can help lifting/moving bikes if needed\, just ask us!) \n\n\n\nThe ride will start and end at Bayview with a break at Vincent Massey Park \n\n\n\nAs always this is a no drop ride at a chill pace\, so no one gets left behind! Charge up those lights! \n\n\n\nHope to see you there!! 💖💖🌈🚲
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-bike-club/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Bike Club Ottawa":MAILTO:queerbikeclubottawa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250502T164136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T164209Z
UID:10002566-1747333800-1747341000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Meet & Swap
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday May 15th between 6:30pm – 830pm at the Ottawa Bike Cafe (79 Sparks Street) for a gear swap and social! \n\n\n\nIf you’re like us and have some bike related gear kicking around gathering dust (think an extra reflector\, that extra multi tool you never use\, a previously loved bottle cage\, the biking shirt you no longer like etc) bring it to our swap! It’s not necessary to bring anything\, we will have lots of bike lights and stickers to share from @thebikinglawyer ! 🛞🪛🔨 \n\n\n\nNot a bike gear fan? No problem! Come hangout with some bike-minded queer people\, maybe grab a little drink or snack from our friends @ottawabikecafe who are keeping the cafe open late for us! ☕️🍪 \n\n\n\nEven though this isn’t a bike ride event please still sign our waiver/code of conduct through the link below. While you’re there\, sign up for our email list too!🚲🌈
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/meet-swap/
LOCATION:Ottawa Bike Cafe\, 79 Sparks St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P5A5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Bike Club Ottawa":MAILTO:queerbikeclubottawa@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250519T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250519T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002392-1747674000-1747681200@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/2025-05-19/
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:20250519T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10002416-1747679400-1747684800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2025-05-19/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250514T175525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T175535Z
UID:10002633-1747933200-1747944000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Plant Social
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a special evening at our drop-in for socializing and talking about plants. This month we’ll be talking about fungi (and maybe trying to inoculate some logs with edible mushrooms)! \n\n\n\nThis is an all ages event. Children twelve years of age or younger need to be accompanied by an adult. Minors (ages 13-17) will need to provide an emergency contact. \n\n\n\nMaximum Participants: 35 people  \n\n\n\nRegistration is needed for security reasons\, access needs\, and food requirements in case we provide snacks for the evening.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility Notes: https://kindspace.ca/about/accessibility/ \n\n\n\nDeadline for Registration through the link below: 3pm on Thurs May 22nd. \n\n\n\nIf you do not register before the deadline\, you might be turned away at the door. We are no longer taking walk-ins for programs and events.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/plant-social/
LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St. suite 9001\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family friendly,Social,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Kind Space":MAILTO:carling@kindspace.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250417T181627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T152646Z
UID:10002455-1747940400-1747947600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Transformations Ottawa: Exploring LGBTQ2S+ Stories (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening of personal storytelling that celebrates the power of change\, identity\, and community. Transformations Ottawa brings together local LGBTQ2S+ storytellers to share pivotal moments of transformation in their lives—stories of becoming\, belonging\, and bold self-discovery. \n\n\n\nHosted by the incomparable Jeffrey Canton (he/him)\, this event promises heart\, humour\, and insight. Over the past three decades\, Jeffrey has captivated audiences with original stories rooted in Toronto’s layered histories\, his Jewish heritage\, and his deeply personal queerstory—interwoven with gay show tunes and a touch of soft-shoe. A founding member of Queers in Your Ears\, Jeffrey has shared his work across Canada and internationally\, from Harbourfront Centre to Arirang Nights of Storytelling in Korea. He is a passionate storytelling coach\, a celebrated teacher of “Transformations” with Storytelling Toronto\, and the 2018 recipient of the Alice Kane Award. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a member of the LGBTQ2S+ community or an ally\, Transformations Ottawa offers a space to listen\, connect\, and reflect on the stories that shape us.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/transformations-ottawa-exploring-lgbtq2s-stories-in-person/
LOCATION:Arts Court\, 2 Daly Ave Ottawa\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa StoryTellers":MAILTO:ostbusiness@ottawastorytellers.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250525T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250520T181744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T181758Z
UID:10002813-1748170800-1748178000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Orleans Pride: Spring Fling
DESCRIPTION:Join Orleans Pride at the Orleans Spring Fling! \n\n\n\n🎉 Spring Fling is back! 🌸 \n\n\n\nJoin us for our Second Annual Spring Fling — a fun-filled afternoon for the whole community! Come hang out on the lawn\, enjoy a free BBQ\, groove to live music from School of Rock\, and treat yourself to a cone from The Merry Dairy 🍦. \n\n\n\nThere’ll be fire trucks to explore\, lawn games\, face painting\, bubbles\, a fish pond\, and activities for all ages. Plus\, community info tables and plenty of space to relax and connect. \n\n\n\n📅 All are welcome — so bring your friends\, family\, and neighbours. Let’s make it a day to remember! 💛
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/orleans-pride-spring-fling/
LOCATION:Orleans United Church\, 1111 Orleans Blvd.\, Orleans\, Ontario\, K1C 7C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Orleans,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250525T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250525T191500
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250519T171022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T171034Z
UID:10002801-1748193300-1748200500@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Trans About Town: Swim Night
DESCRIPTION:🌊Swim Night is BACK! 🌊Grab your goggles and your pals\, Trans About Town: Swim Night is happening every last Sunday of the month! \n\n\n\nThis monthly program is open to trans and gender-diverse children and youth (ages 0-24)\, family and friends are welcome to join in and share the fun! \n\n\n\nProgram Details: \n\n\n\n\nLocation: Jack Purcell Community Centre Pool\n\n\n\nTime: 5:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. \n\n\n\nDate: Last Sunday of each month\n\n\n\nCost: $2.77 per person. Children under 2 enter for free.If cost is a concern\, please let us know – we’re happy to help!\n\n\n\n\nBy filling out the registration form\, you’ll reserve your spot and receive a reminder email a few days before the event. Before attending\, please take a moment to review the City of Ottawa’s pool safety regulations. \n\n\n\nPlease Note:The pool we use for Trans About Town Swim Nights is a warm water pool\, meaning the pool (and room) is kept at a warmer temperature than most public pools. We recommend bringing water to stay hydrated\, and to dress accordioning\, especially if you are planning to hang out on the pool deck! \n\n\n\nFor any questions or assistance\, don’t hesitate to reach out at ash@tenoaksproject.org \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to see you there! \n\n\n\n🔗Register through the link below
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/trans-about-town-swim-night/2025-05-25/
LOCATION:Jack Purcell Community Centre\, 320 Jack Purcell Ln\, Ottawa\, ON\, K2P 2J5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250526T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250526T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002393-1748278800-1748286000@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/2025-05-26/
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:20250526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10002417-1748284200-1748289600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2025-05-26/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250520T185227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T185242Z
UID:10002817-1748541600-1748548800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Capital Bi's Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Pique-nique pour les bis! Can’t wait to see you all for a potluck picnic. Bring food to share\, kids welcome\, and be ready to mingle with your bi+ community. \n\n\n\nIf the weather is no good\, we will go to the National Gallery of Canada and connect indoors.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/capital-bis-picnic/
LOCATION:Dominion Arboretum\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1A 0C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250530T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250530T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T170700
CREATED:20250527T190410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T162110Z
UID:10002825-1748624400-1748638800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Vegans Who Snack
DESCRIPTION:Quick event facts:\n\n\n\n\nFree entry!\n\n\n\nThis event is fully vegan.\n\n\n\nNeighbourhood parking available with a few accessible spots at the venue.\n\n\n\nWashrooms at the event including one fully accessible washroom.\n\n\n\nThis is an outdoor street market with curb cuts on all side of the road for mobility devices.\n\n\n\nBring your reusable containers and cooler bags!\n\n\n\nOn leash dogs welcomed!\n\n\n\nOver 60 small businesses!\n\n\n\nLive music in the park all event long as well as seating and grassy picnic spots.\n\n\n\nMost vendors take credit or debit but having some cash incase is a great idea.\n\n\n\nThere will be lineups so stay hydrated and dress in comfortable clothing.\n\n\n\nThe Grove Studio will be open down the street from the event 6pm-9pm as a quiet space for event goers who need a break.\n\n\n\nAny questions while at the festival visit our info booth\n\n\n\n\nSTORM DATEIn the case of dangerous weather only: May 31st 5pm-9pm
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/vegans-who-snack/
LOCATION:Parkdale Market\, 366 Parkdale Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 1G8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Market or festival,Ottawa,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Little Jo Berry's":MAILTO:littlejoberrys@icloud.com
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