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UID:10003512-1759312800-1759318200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rainbow Coffee Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us monthly on the first Wednesday\, 10:00 – 11:30 AM at The Good Companions for coffee\, tea\, treats\, and great company. Most meetings feature guest speakers on engaging topics.  \n\n\n\nContact Sarah at srea@thegoodcompanions.ca for details.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rainbow-coffee-club/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251001T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251001T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250829T202802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T195110Z
UID:10003426-1759343400-1759348800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Now What: Love & Romance in the Golden Era
DESCRIPTION:Romance doesn’t end at 50 — it gets wiser\, deeper\, and maybe even a little more fun. Join us for a warm and engaging discussion where we’ll dive into Love and Romance in Our Golden Era. \n\n\n\nThis is a space for gay men 50 and over to reflect\, share\, laugh\, and connect about love in all its forms — from new beginnings to long-time partnerships\, solo joy\, or the possibilities still unfolding.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/now-what-love-romance-in-the-golden-era/
LOCATION:McNabb Community Centre\, 180 Percy St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5P4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251002T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251002T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20251001T022256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T022311Z
UID:10003541-1759429800-1759437000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Zine Collective Zine History Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ottawa Queer Zine Collective and the Carleton History Undergraduate Society for Zine History Night! \n\n\n\nGuest Speaker: Emma Awe\, Local Zine Historian!!!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-zine-collective-zine-history-night/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251003T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251003T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250514T185644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T185658Z
UID:10002746-1759510800-1759518000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners - Women's Run
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-womens-run/2025-10-03/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251003T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251003T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250924T203027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T203032Z
UID:10003502-1759521600-1759532400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Naughty Art Night Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join us October 3rd at Orleans Brewing Co (4380 Innes Rd) from 8 pm- close for our Naughty Art Night Mixer for poly\, swingers\, singles and those curious looking to meet each other in a casual environment with an optional art including nude drawing\, naughty colouring and more! This event has been purposefully organized to allow attendees to chat and mingle with one another. The music will be played in the background only\, so that everyone can hear each other. \n\n\n\nThis mixer is all about getting together and having fun! Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. \n\n\n\nMembers get a discounted price online! \n\n\n\nDresscode in effect: date night casual. No sweatpants and gym shoes\, dress to impress. \n\n\n\nPlease have your digital QR code ticket ready upon arrival. You do not require a physical ticket. \n\n\n\nWe have the entire venue for the evening. This is a public event\, meaning that you do not have to be a member. This event is perfect for those looking to learn more about our membership. \n\n\n\nNever been to OBC before? There is ample parking available in the area and at the venue. \n\n\n\nPlease make sure you do not drink and drive.  \n\n\n\nThis venue is accessible.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/naughty-art-night-mixer/
LOCATION:Orleans Brewing Co.\, 4380 Innes Rd\, Orleans\, Ontario\, K4A 3W3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Orleans,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Lux Velvet":MAILTO:info@luxvelvet.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250514T190044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T190052Z
UID:10002776-1759568400-1759577400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-2/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20251001T022630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T022635Z
UID:10003542-1759586400-1759597200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Collaborative zine making at the OTL
DESCRIPTION:Come work on zines with us as we work on the next issue of The Dragon Flyer\, the Ottawa Trans Library’s community zine. Write\, draw\, scan\, cut\, and paste with us on our community zine or your own project\, or just come hang out with us. We are collecting stories\, jokes\, poems\, art\, and more from the trans and non-binary community in Ottawa and our friends and families. \n\n\n\nThe zine workshop is a collaborative event to discuss\, share\, and work on zines together. \n\n\n\nCome tell your story.We will provide paper\, templates\, and whatever art supplies we have. No experience necessary. All ages welcome\, children under age 13 must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nMasking the day of the event is encouraged. Accessibility note: There are two stairs at the door entrance. We have a ramp we can bring out for the door on request. There’s a washroom but it’s not large enough for many mobility devices.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/collaborative-zine-making-at-the-otl/
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:20251004T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20251001T022958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T023009Z
UID:10003543-1759599000-1759606200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Poetry Night
DESCRIPTION:An informal evening of poetry reading and discussion. No mic\, no stage! Share poems you have discovered or ones you have written in a casual atmosphere of poetry appreciation. Meeting on the first Saturday of the month at 5:30.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/poetry-night-2/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20251001T172048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T172054Z
UID:10003559-1759604400-1759615200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Glee Trivia
DESCRIPTION:🗣️ CALLING ALL GLEEKS 🎤🎼 \n\n\n\nIt’s time to channel your inner know-it-all Rachel Berry and prepare for a trivia night that’s more intense than Sectionals\, Regionals and Nationals combined 🏆✨ \n\n\n\nWhether you’re an Unholy Trinity stan\, still bitter about the amount of times Mercedes was robbed of a solo\, or a strong believer in the power of Grilled Cheesus\, this trivia night is for you. \n\n\n\nCome out and put all of that random Glee knowledge you haven’t been able to forget to good use!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/glee-trivia/
LOCATION:Ten Toes (Bank)\, 593 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 3T4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251005T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251005T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20251001T015532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T015537Z
UID:10003536-1759663800-1759672800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a scrumptious brunch at Probe! We host brunch the Sunday of every month following our Queer Night. Our Brunch Crew is cooking up farm fresh ingredients to create mouthwatering dishes that will delight your taste buds and make your Sunday morning extra special. \n\n\n\nIndulge in a delightful spread of delicious breakfast items for an eating experience that is out of this world. We’ve got you covered with vegan and gluten-free options\, ensuring everyone can savour the flavours. Add a touch of cosmic rays to your brunch experience. Don’t miss out on this perfect combination of delectable food and exquisite drinks! \n\n\n\nLet us know you’re coming by pre-purchasing your ticket so we have enough food for everyone! Come on down to Probe for 11:30 and we will have coffee and tea ready to perk you right up. This event is open to everyone\, you do not have to be a member or have attended the party the night before.  \n\n\n\nWe’re pleased to offer a selection of vegetarian\, vegan\, and gluten-free dishes\, with options crafted to avoid most major allergens. However\, please be aware that all dishes are prepared in the same kitchen\, so while we take care to minimize cross-contact\, we cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment. \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\nAt this event\, play is not permitted. Our social nights and non-membered events are for connection\, conversation\, and community. We ask all attendees to respect the space and keep interactions within the boundaries of a social setting.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-brunch-2/
LOCATION:Probe Ottawa\, 41 York St 3rd & 4th floor\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20251001T021823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T021826Z
UID:10003540-1759672800-1759683600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:T-Boy Hours
DESCRIPTION:T-BOY HOURS is a dedicated space by and for everyone on the transmascspectrum. It’s a space to share our experiences\, support each other\, andmake new connections. You don’t have to identify specifically with theterm t-boy to be welcome. If you need this\, it’s for you! \n\n\n\nOur first iteration will focus on brainstorming what we want T-BOY HOURS to become. We’ll also make time to just hang out. \n\n\n\nThere will be snacks (we know you’re hungry!). Feel free to bring a craft or activity. \n\n\n\nSee you soon!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/t-boy-hours/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251005T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251005T154000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T160051Z
UID:10003297-1759674600-1759678800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join other gay and bisexual men (including gay and bi transmen) for a one hour walk every Sunday at 2:30pm. Locations vary each week and are posted to the website through the link below.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-afternoon-bear-walk-for-gay-and-bisexual-men-2/2025-10-05/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251006T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251006T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T163238Z
UID:10003515-1759775400-1759780800@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/2025-10-06/
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:20251007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20251001T020323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T020328Z
UID:10003538-1759860000-1759872600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:HOWL Social Night
DESCRIPTION:Bound on in to the monthly Howl social! Come grab drink\, snack on some treats and join Probe and The Capital Pups for a fantastical night filled with socializing\, community connections\, and board games! Come dressed as the adorable pet/animal that you are\, and enjoy a romp and cuddle on our cozy foam mats! \n\n\n\nNo membership? No problem! This drop-in event is open to all\, with unlimited snacks and non-alcoholic drinks available by donation. \n\n\n\nWear whatever makes you comfortable—pet play and fetish gear are welcome. While this event isn’t for play\, it’s the perfect opportunity to connect\, mingle\, and strengthen the bonds of our pet play community. Let’s come together to celebrate and build connections in a warm and welcoming space! \n\n\n\nAt this event\, play is not permitted. Our social nights and non-membered events are for connection\, conversation\, and community. We ask all attendees to respect the space and keep interactions within the boundaries of a social setting.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/howl-social-night-3/
LOCATION:Probe Ottawa\, 41 York St 3rd & 4th floor\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Ottawa,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Capital Pups":MAILTO:Info@capitalpups.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250514T184617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T184641Z
UID:10002657-1759861800-1759867200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251008T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251008T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20251001T021238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T021245Z
UID:10003539-1759955400-1759964400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:T's Talent Show
DESCRIPTION:Next Talent Night is October 8th\, at 8:30pm. Contact Ruby (@therubyfoxglove on Instagram) to express your interest in performing! Talent Show will be happening monthly!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ts-talent-show/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251009T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251009T233000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20251007T165206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T165209Z
UID:10003578-1760040000-1760052600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Back door Bingo with Yeti the Drag Queen and Holli Cow
DESCRIPTION:This event is priced at $10 per person and covers the drag show. Free bingo cards provided till the end of the night! \n\n\n\nDrag show between every round. Drink specials are on for the night! \n\n\n\nRefund requests will not be accepted within 48 hours of showtime. Performer lineup subject to change. All Lookout programming is 19+.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/back-door-bingo-with-yeti-the-drag-queen-and-holli-cow/
LOCATION:The Lookout Bar\, 41 York Street\, 2nd Floor\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 5S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife,Ottawa,Parties,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251010T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251010T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250514T185644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T185658Z
UID:10002747-1760115600-1760122800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners - Women's Run
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-womens-run/2025-10-10/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251011T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250514T190044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T190052Z
UID:10002777-1760173200-1760182200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-2/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251012T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20251007T172704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T172721Z
UID:10003581-1760263200-1760277600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Hallowzine
DESCRIPTION:Swing by the Glebe Community Centre from 10 AM to 2 PM. The Wyrdsmyth team will be joined by over 40 local zine makers and artists. We’ve heard that many of the artists are conjuring up tricks and treats especially for the fair!🎃Avoid getting roped into dinner prep\, give your halloween costume a test drive\, get the ghoul gang together and swing by the fair.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/hallowzine/
LOCATION:Glebe Community Centre\, 175 Third Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 2K2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Market or festival,Ottawa,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251012T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251012T154000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250520T180217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T160051Z
UID:10003298-1760279400-1760283600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join other gay and bisexual men (including gay and bi transmen) for a one hour walk every Sunday at 2:30pm. Locations vary each week and are posted to the website through the link below.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-afternoon-bear-walk-for-gay-and-bisexual-men-2/2025-10-12/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T163238Z
UID:10003516-1760380200-1760385600@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/2025-10-13/
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:20251014T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250514T184617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T184641Z
UID:10002658-1760466600-1760472000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250603T190344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T161833Z
UID:10003451-1760549400-1760554800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pizza Night at Colonnade
DESCRIPTION:Dinner the third Wednesday of every month at Colonnade Pizza (Metcalfe & Gilmour) 5:30PM. Remember keep our group growing – tell your friends!  \n\n\n\nSo that we can save you a place\, please RSVP to Claude at claude@claudejobin.com or by phone at 613.804.7979.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pizza-night-at-colonnade/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:Colonnade Pizza\, 280 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20251008T163224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T163228Z
UID:10003582-1760634000-1760644800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Scare-aoke
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be using Youtube karaoke videos on a TV screen or projector screen. In addition\, we have two microphones attached to a separate sound system. You can sing in a group\, be in a duet\, or go solo! When you have your song(s) decided\, you can write them down with your name\, or tell Lukayo\, and you’ll be put on the list. \n\n\n\nAdvanced registration is highly encouraged if you have access needs and food requirements in case we provide snacks for the evening. However\, we will still be taking registration at the door\, though once we reach capacity limit we may need to turn people away. \n\n\n\nAccessibility Notes: https://kindspace.ca/about/accessibility/ \n\n\n\nDeadline for Registration: 3pm on Thurs October 16th. \n\n\n\nIf you do not register before the deadline\, you might be turned away at the door.  \n\n\n\nEnjoy a special night at our drop-in for a Halloween themed karaoke 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. Costumes are encouraged!  \n\n\n\nMaximum Participants: 35 people 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/scare-aoke/
LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St. suite 9001\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Ottawa,Social,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Kind Space":MAILTO:carling@kindspace.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250911T010033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T010043Z
UID:10003458-1760635800-1760639400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:QCL Book Club
DESCRIPTION:QCL is starting a book club! If you’d like to join\, send an email to qclbookclub@gmail.com! Walk-ins are welcome if the space allows. We’ll be meeting at the Perth Library in the first floor common room.  \n\n\n\n2025 Schedule and Reading List \n\n\n\nSeptember 18: Under the Udala Trees by Chinelo Okparanta \n\n\n\nOctober 16: First Time for Everything by Henry Fry \n\n\n\nNovember 13: Jonny Appleseed by Joshua Whitehead
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/qcl-book-club/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:Perth & District Union Public Library\, 30 Herriott St.\, Perth\, Ontario\, K7H 1T2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lanark,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Connection Lanark":MAILTO:qclanark@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250514T185644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T185658Z
UID:10002748-1760720400-1760727600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners - Women's Run
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-womens-run/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250417T191538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T191547Z
UID:10002465-1760724000-1760731200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa Trans Library Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:Calling all 2SLGBTQIA+ youth! Are you between the ages of 14-19 and interested in connecting with other Queer youth in your community? Drop into OTL’s Youth Group on April 18th between 6pm-8pm to make some new friends and learn more about our community. Meetings are casual and drop in\, so you can stay for as long or as little as you would like. Expect a mix of discussion\, low stakes activities\, and free time to chat and connect. We will be meeting on the third Friday of each month\, so if you can’t make this one we hope to see you in the future!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-trans-library-youth-group/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251017T220000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250729T151707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T161434Z
UID:10003448-1760727600-1760738400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Over the Rainbow Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Meet up with other friends and members of the Ottawa Senior Pride Network for this fun meet and greet social event\, from 7-10pm\, with a cash bar. This is a great\, relaxing way to meet new friends over drinks and good conversation. We hope you can join us!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/over-the-rainbow-meet-greet/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 6L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251018T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T152105
CREATED:20250514T190044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T190052Z
UID:10002778-1760778000-1760787000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Frontrunners
DESCRIPTION:A running and walking club for 2SLGBTQ+ community and friends in the National Capital Region\, meeting Tuesday nights\, Friday nights\, and Saturday mornings (09:00 (spring\, summer\, fall); 09:30 (winter; from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March)) at 111 Lisgar Street\, the rear entrance of City Hall. \n\n\n\nRuns are held: \n\n\n\n\nTuesdays at 6:30 pm\, after which we go for coffee (Routes)\n\n\n\nSaturdays at 9:00 am (9:30 am from the first Saturday of December to the last Saturday of March inclusive)\, followed by breakfast  (Routes)\n\n\n\n\nWomen’s 5km run \n\n\n\n\nFridays at 5:00 pm\n\n\n\nThis event is open to all who identify as women\, female-identifying\, non-binary\, and Two-Spirit individuals\n\n\n\nFor more details\, please email wmns@ottawafrontrunners.org \n\n\n\n\nNOTICE: 2025 Gatineau runs — Saturdays\, 10 May\, 14 June\, 12 July\, 9 August\, 13 September\, and 11 October. \n\n\n\nCancellation of runs are rare\, only owing to holidays and hazardous weather. When runs are cancelled\, we post a notice on the site linked below and send an e-mail to members.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/frontrunners-2/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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