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SUMMARY:That's Camp: Club Kid Revival
DESCRIPTION:Step into a club kid fever dream at That’s Camp! Celebrate the whimsy of the club kid era with drag that embraces the odd and unconventional\, music that melts minds\, and where the dance floor is a runway that welcomes all types of weirdos and freaks 🤡 This is not just a show – it’s a full-throttle spectacle of excess\, expression\, transformation and transcendence 🌀 ✨ We’re bringing jaw-dropping performances\, high-energy live music\, and a DJ set to keep the dance floor feral all night 🗣🗣🗣 \n\n\n\nFEATURING: Drag by Elle Faekwa\, Caligula\, Edith Puthie\, Abysskiss\, Anni Elation\, Lady Justice\, Miss Diagnosis 🙀💥 👀 \n\n\n\nLive music by BiG SiSSY 🎸 🎶 🔊 \n\n\n\nDJ set by Lil Fridge to close the night! 💿 👾 💋 \n\n\n\nDress code: more is always more! the weirder\, the wilder\, the better!! 🦹 🤖 👽 👹 \n\n\n\nWe’ll have Tooth Gems by C there as well to add a little extra sparkle to your smiles 🦷 💎 \n\n\n\nClub SAW is a physically accessible venue \n\n\n\nThis event is 19+ \n\n\n\nThere will be masks and earplugs available at the door
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/thats-camp-club-kid-revival/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Drag & Burlesque,Live music,Nightlife,Sex positive,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Be Proud Productions":MAILTO:beproud.prods@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250413T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250413T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20241030T172809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182238Z
UID:10001077-1744543800-1744547400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout/2025-04-13/
LOCATION:Montpetit Hall – uOttawa\, 125 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250413T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250413T154000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250310T203241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T203248Z
UID:10002150-1744554600-1744558800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk for Gay and Bisexual Men
DESCRIPTION:A group of GBT men meet every Sunday for a 1 hour walk\, always near Parking and Transit.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/sunday-afternoon-bear-walk-for-gay-and-bisexual-men/2025-04-13/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250413T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250413T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250409T151949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T151959Z
UID:10002384-1744560000-1744570800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Linked
DESCRIPTION:Linked is a all ages community mixer + mutual aid event! come out and join us for an afternoon of community care 🫵💖🙂‍↕️ \n\n\n\nWith an active food + clothing drive (free to give + take as you need) 🍽️\, free clothes mending (bring any items you need repairing!) 👔\, free soup mix to take home 🍜 <3\, to-go cold brew + tea ☕️ + super cool arts & crafts ✂️ and so so much more! guaranteed good time! \n\n\n\nTICKETS AT DOORS! 🎫 PWYC! OR bring an item for the food drive for entry 🥫 \n\n\n\nDONATIONS! FOOD OR MONEY! HEAVILY ENCOURAGED! \n\n\n\nIt’s in times like these that we need to center community! ❤️‍🩹 Show up! Show out! 🔗 Let’s link! Meet people! Come to a space & just talk … socialize … not online! 🫵 We’re all we got. Everyone is welcome \n\n\n\n⭐️😷 THIS EVENT IS MASK MANDATORY! MASKS AVAILABLE AT DOORS!  \n\n\n\nThis is a fully accessible venue!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/linked/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Family friendly,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250413T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250413T230000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000502-1744574400-1744585200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-04-13/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250414T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250414T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250413T190639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T190649Z
UID:10002429-1744626600-1744633800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OSPN: Older & Bolder for 2SLBTQ+ Women
DESCRIPTION:Older & Bolder is a monthly drop-in discussion group for older 2SLBTQIA+ women (50+)\, sponsored by Ottawa Senior Pride Network (OSPN). The group meets monthly at The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street\, Room 019 (lower level)! This is an opportunity to connect\, share life experiences and discuss the joys and challenges of this stage of life. It is facilitated by longtime members of OSPN.  \n\n\n\nParking is $2.50 per day or $30.00 annually; payable at the Front Desk  \n\n\n\nMembership to TGC: $40.00 annually (April 1st); reduced fee if joining in August ($30.00) or December ($20.00)  \n\n\n\nThe first 3 visits to program activities are free\, after which membership registration is requested  \n\n\n\nCoordinators – Susan Holmes\, Holly MacKay\, Mary Frankoff Contact: Older & Bolder generic email: older.yet.bolder@gmail.com
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ospn-older-bolder-for-2slbtq-women-3/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250414T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250414T190000
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UID:10002387-1744650000-1744657200@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/2025-04-14/
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:20250414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250402T123403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T123411Z
UID:10002348-1744653600-1744664400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Bi+ Spring Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Let’s defrost with each other and keep building the bi+ community in the NCR! This event has everything: get-to-know you activities\, bi+ future dreaming\, crafts corner\, a rad playlist\, and vibes (maybe the event ends in dancing??). \n\n\n\nMasks mandatory\, PWYC (suggested $10-20 to help us continue to support our fave safer space @thegrove613)\, more accessibility/event info to come. Kiddos & bi+ accomplices always welcome 💜🌱
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bi-spring-mixer/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Nightlife,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250414T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20241030T173439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182001Z
UID:10001103-1744655400-1744659000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout-2/2025-04-14/
LOCATION:Montpetit Hall – uOttawa\, 125 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250414T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10002411-1744655400-1744660800@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/2025-04-14/
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:20250414T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250414T230000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250409T155439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T155446Z
UID:10002407-1744659000-1744671600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Fan Club + Crisis Party + Pith
DESCRIPTION:Live music indie rock show at LIVE! on Elgin! Come by to support queer indie talent.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/fan-club-crisis-party-pith/
LOCATION:LIVE! on Elgin\, 220 Elgin St #2\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250415T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250225T031242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T201251Z
UID:10002376-1744736400-1744743600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Anonymous HIV Testing
DESCRIPTION:Come get tested at MAX Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSomerset West Community Health Centre will be offering rapid and anonymous HIV testing for queer and trans folks regularly at MAX Ottawa. \n\n\n\nTesting will be available for queer and trans folks (14+) by appointment or by walk-in (first come\, first served) in English or French. No names or ID required! \n\n\n\nTo learn more or to book an appointment in advance\, feel free to reach out to Micah at (613) 295-9574 by call or text. \n\n\n\nPlease note that testing will not be available on the last Tuesday of each month!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/anonymous-hiv-testing-4/2025-04-15/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Regular programming,Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250415T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250403T203553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T203603Z
UID:10002381-1744741800-1744747200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queerspora - Harm Reduction 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person gathering of Queerspora — a monthly program for queer newcomers! \n\n\n\nThis week Jas is giving a presentation about the harm reduction MAX does. Then you’ll get the chance to make some harm reduction kits yourself. \n\n\n\nMake sure to register below!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queerspora-harm-reduction-101/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,MAX Programs,Regular programming,Service,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250415T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250415T194500
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20241030T173807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T181759Z
UID:10001129-1744742700-1744746300@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout-3/2025-04-15/
LOCATION:YMCA – Argyle\, 181 Argyle Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P1B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250413T193813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T193823Z
UID:10002436-1744743600-1744749000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Death Salon
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Queer Death Salon happening on April 15\, 2025! Join us for a virtual gathering for people who have lost someone or multiple people to suicide and who are loooking to share space with people who have experienced similar circumstances.  \n\n\n\nLoss by suicide brings particular griefs related to stigma\, invalidation of the loss\, failure to ‘save’ a loved one\, guilt\, confusion\, anger and more.  \n\n\n\nThis is a facilitated drop-in discussion space\, with the purpose of building connection\, skill\, and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ people navigating end of life in our personal lives and in our communities.  \n\n\n\nAttendees are welcome to come with questions\, stories\, or special objects to share with the group.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-death-salon-2/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-death-salon-2/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Regular programming,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Community Deathcare":MAILTO:Queercommunitydeathcare@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250402T163154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T163204Z
UID:10002362-1744743600-1744750800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Music Nights at the Ottawa Trans Library
DESCRIPTION:Meeting biweekly\, one week to learn tunes\, and every second Tuesday for jam sessions. Any trans-and-queer music-lovers welcome! This is an evening that centres trans and other queer folks\, but open to allies joining in learning\, sharing\, and making beautiful music and memories with us. \n\n\n\nKnow any single tune? You’re welcome to join! Even if it’s just Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/music-nights-at-the-ottawa-trans-library/2025-04-15/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T235959
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250409T151040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T151049Z
UID:10002383-1744761600-1744847999@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:A Taste For Life
DESCRIPTION:On April 16\, 14 restaurants across the city will be donating 25% of their proceeds from that evening to Bruce House. The funds directly support housing\, supports\, food\, and other essential services for vulnerable people living with HIV. \n\n\n\nParticipating restaurants include: \n\n\n\n\nAbsinthe Cafe\n\n\n\nCitizen\n\n\n\nCoconut Lagoon\n\n\n\nEast India Company (Downtown)\n\n\n\nEast India Company (Bells Corners)\n\n\n\nEpicuria\n\n\n\nFauna\n\n\n\nFlora Hall Brewing\n\n\n\nLes Fougeres\n\n\n\nThe Gilmour\n\n\n\nHintonburg Public House\n\n\n\nThali\n\n\n\nTown\n\n\n\nZolas
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/a-taste-for-life/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250220T030717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T030824Z
UID:10001950-1744824600-1744833600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OSPN: 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/ospn-pizza-night-at-colonnade/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Colonnade Pizza\, 280 Metcalfe St.\, Ottawa\, K2P 1R7
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20241030T174132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T181623Z
UID:10001155-1744828200-1744831800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout-4/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Montpetit Hall – uOttawa\, 125 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250413T182759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T182809Z
UID:10002409-1744833600-1744837200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Boylesque Troupe Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Rouge Studio is forming a NEW TROUPE … a BOYLESQUE troupe and YOU COULD BE PART OF IT!!! Whether you are a budding new Boylesque baby or a seasoned soul in the Boylesque scene- WE WANNA SEE YOUR STUFF!!  \n\n\n\nCoached and choreographed by the incomparable Miss Patience Plush\, we are looking for charismatic and passionate humans who identify as He/Him\, He/They or They/Them to build an unstoppable and empowering Boylesque troupe. With a goal to share joy\, creativity\, diversity and straight up FIRE- do you have what it takes?  \n\n\n\nNo need to prepare anything in advance. Patience will teach a short routine at the audition.  \n\n\n\n*preference will be given to BIPOC \, 2SLGBTQIA+ \, People of size \, People with disabilities & other marginalized groups* \n\n\n\nClasses will run Sundays at 11:30-12:30am starting April 20thTroupes require a longer term commitment.  Please note\, in addition to the session fees\, there are additional costs for costumes.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/boylesque-troupe-auditions/
LOCATION:Rouge Studio of Dance\, 340 MacLaren St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Rouge Studio of Dance":MAILTO:randirouge@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250409T160937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T160945Z
UID:10002408-1744912800-1744921800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Exhibition Opening
DESCRIPTION:Revival: Printmaking in Nunavik (2014-2019) | Level 3 \n\n\n\nGrotto: The Bill Staubi Collection | Level 4 \n\n\n\nYou do not want to miss this celebration!Evening festivities will include a performance by Saali Kuata\, Grotto In Conversation\, speeches and refreshments. \n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\n6 PMReception Begins in the Alma Duncan Salon\, Level 3 \n\n\n\n6:15 PMPerformance by Saali Kuata (Drum Dancer) in the Alma Duncan Salon\, Level 3 \n\n\n\n6:30 PMSpeeches in the Alma Duncan Salon\, Level 3 \n\n\n\n6:40 PMGrotto: The Bill Staubi Collection | In Conversation with Bill Staubi\, Caro Stewart and Sam Loewen\, moderated by Mark Schaan in the Alma Duncan Salon\, Level 3 \n\n\n\nReception Continues until 8:30 PM \n\n\n\nOAG is pleased to offer free childcare during exhibition opening receptions. It will be available until 8 PM in the Studio (level 0). Please email cstewart@oaggao.ca to register.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spring-exhibition-opening/
LOCATION:Ottawa Art Gallery\, 10 Daly Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6E2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250128T212143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T212151Z
UID:10001627-1744916400-1744920000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OGRC Weekly Run
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Thursday evening for our weekly 5 km run\, starting and ending at T’s Pub. We welcome runners of all levels\, with multiple pace groups to ensure everyone feels comfortable and supported. Whether you’re looking to push your limits or just enjoy a leisurely jog\, there’s a spot for you in our community. \nAfter the run\, stick around at T’s Pub to unwind with a cold beer and some great company. It’s the perfect way to cap off a run and connect with fellow gay men. No pressure\, just good vibes and good times! \nSee you at 7:00 PM—let’s hit the pavement together!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ogrc-weekly-run/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:T’s Pub\, 323 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20241030T174439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T181452Z
UID:10001181-1744918200-1744921800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Swim Workout
DESCRIPTION:Meet fellow Queer swimmers & get a workout in. Open to members or drop-in registrations.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/swim-workout-5/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:Montpetit Hall – uOttawa\, 125 University Private\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Sports and recreation
ORGANIZER;CN="Rideau Speedeaus":MAILTO:info@rideauspeedeaus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T223000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250331T211508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T211847Z
UID:10002347-1744920000-1744929000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Shania Twink
DESCRIPTION:An all Queer band from Toronto\, doing pop country and adjacent fierce femme bangers – think Shania Twain\, Sheryl Crow\, Tracy Chapman and others.  \n\n\n\nThey certainly hit hard within Queer spaces\, but their appeal is much broader as well. They’re world class musicians and performers\, including a crossover in members of Dwayne Gretzky\, as well as successful Canadian bands like July Talk\, Bahamas\, and more. \n\n\n\nLicensed 19+ w/ photo ID
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/shania-twink/
LOCATION:Overflow Brewery\, 2477 Kaladar ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1V 8B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T223000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250409T153515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T153524Z
UID:10002386-1744920000-1744929000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Carnal Canvases
DESCRIPTION:Carnal Canvases: A Live Erotic Art Competition! 🎨 \n\n\n\nStep into a world where passion meets pigment and desire fuels creativity! In this one-of-a-kind event\, talented artists will go stroke-for-stroke in back-to-back intense 40-minute rounds\, creating sensual\, evocative\, and uninhibited works of art right before your eyes. \n\n\n\nThe air will be thick with anticipation as the crowd watches intimate inspiration take form in real time. Audience members will vote on their favorite pieces and the artist with the most votes will be crowned the night’s champion\, taking home a grand prize. There will also be a live auction to give attendees the chance to bid on the artwork created throughout the night\, with all profits going into the hands of the artists. \n\n\n\nExpect an electrifying evening celebrating unfiltered\, erotic artistry! ⚡️ \n\n\n\nDate 📅 : Thursday April 17\, 2025Time ⏰: 8:00 – 10:30 pmLocation📍: Jabberwocky (315 Somerset Street West) \n\n\n\nPlease note that there are limited spots available for this exclusive event – so act fast to secure a spot!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/carnal-canvases/
LOCATION:Jabberwocky\, 315 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Nightlife,Sex positive,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250417T230000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000503-1744920000-1744930800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250417T191538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T191547Z
UID:10002459-1744999200-1745006400@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/2025-04-18/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250402T125215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T125231Z
UID:10002349-1744999200-1745013600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queers & Beers
DESCRIPTION:QUEERS & BEERS is heading to Queen St. Fare. This time around ~ there will be no DJ ’til later (think after 9) to allow for conversation and networking ~ Old School Queers & Beers! After 9 ~ we will be bringing the dance vibes to finish the early to bed dance party! \n\n\n\nQueers & Beers will be heading to Queen St. Fair for this Indoor event ~ Friday\, April 18th\, 2025 @ 6:00pm \n\n\n\nWe would like to acknowledge and honour that all of the work we do is currently being done on unceded Algonquin Territory that was never given up and never surrendered. \n\n\n\nDo you love craft beer? Do you like getting together with your community & meeting new friends? Want to have interesting conversation & try new things? Yes\, yes and yes! So let’s get together and explore the craft brew scene here in Ottcity & create a safer space for queer & trans pub lovers! \n\n\n\nCome with friends\, come alone\, come with a date\, end up on a date\, make new pals\, talk to those you know\, talk to those you don’t know but have always wanted to\, or hey even keep to yourself\, because it’s all good & do what makes you feel most comfortable! \n\n\n\n[This is an open-event so feel free to invite your pals!] \n\n\n\nAll genders & sexualities are welcome!The goal is to provide a fun & safer environment for enjoying craft beers & chatting with pals!We will try to prioritize visiting spaces that are accessible!Feedback\, thoughts\, suggestions are welcome! You can shoot us a message anytime!queering613@gmail.com \n\n\n\nQueen St. Fare170 Queen Street \n\n\n\nPhysical Accessibility Note: \n\n\n\nQueen St. Fare is an accessible space with automated doors and accessible washrooms.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queers-beers-4/
LOCATION:Queen Street Fare\, 170 Queen St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Queering 613":MAILTO:queering613@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250413T191216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T191227Z
UID:10002432-1745002800-1745008200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:OSPN: 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\, 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/ospn-over-the-rainbow-meet-greet/2025-04-18/
LOCATION:The Good Companions\, 670 Albert Street
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maxottawa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/LIST_OverRainbow.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T081457
CREATED:20250325T151905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T151905Z
UID:10002191-1745006400-1745013600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Up in Smoke!
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for a night filled with 420 fun?  \n\n\n\nJoin us for an exciting evening featuring burlesque\, drag performances\, and so much more!  \n\n\n\n🎉 It’s going to be a wild and unforgettable night\, so grab your friends and come on down! Let’s make some memories together!  \n\n\n\nHosted by Maggie Harder  \n\n\n\nPerformances by  \n\n\n\n\nLolo Merlot \n\n\n\nElle Faekwa \n\n\n\nRuby Foxglove \n\n\n\nCanary Quinn \n\n\n\nWoody Fungi \n\n\n\n\nCREATURE FEATURE Harlequin Crow  \n\n\n\ngo-go by Sally Legges & Miss Feirce as Jay & Silent Bob  \n\n\n\nLC: Up in Smoke Burlesque | Drag | Live Music  \n\n\n\nApril 18 | Doors 8pm | Show 9pm
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/up-in-smoke/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Drag & Burlesque,Live music,Nightlife,Social
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