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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:20250501T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T230000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000507-1746129600-1746140400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-01/
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:20250501T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20241030T174439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T181452Z
UID:10001183-1746127800-1746131400@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-5/2025-05-01/
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:20250501T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250128T212143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T212151Z
UID:10001629-1746126000-1746129600@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/2025-05-01/
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:20250501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250422T210120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T210126Z
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:20250501T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T235959
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250501T184320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T184357Z
UID:10002563-1746057600-1746403199@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa International Writers Festival
DESCRIPTION:Here’s what we have our eyes on! \n\n\n\nBlack Lives\, Policing\, and Safety for All\n\n\n\nWith Sandy Hudson\, hosted by Erika Shaker \n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 3 – 5:30PM \n\n\n\nJoin Sandy Hudson\, multidisciplinary creator\, writer and activist\, and the founder of Black Lives Matter Canada\, for a fiercely argued case for defunding the police. \n\n\n\nIn  Defund: Black Lives\, Policing\, and Safety for All \, she elucidates what defunding the police actually means and why it matters\, by exploring today’s criminal landscape and the patterns and structures that result in safer\, well-resourced communities.  \n\n\n\nHudson explores the origins of commonly held ideas about police and safety to show how police-related social policies are based more on a sensationalized idea of safety than on outcomes and data. She examines the destructive effects of policing on scores of people\, arguing that investment in community resources and infrastructure rather than law enforcement is the key to making us safer. \n\n\n\nGet Tickets! \n\n\n\nInheritance\n\n\n\nWith Otoniya J. Okot Bitek and Iryn Tushabe\, hosted by Suyi Davies Okungbowa \n\n\n\nSaturday\, May 3 – 7:00PM \n\n\n\nJoin us for a taste of two of the year’s most acclaimed debut Canadian novels\, celebrated stories set in Uganda\, and a conversation on the ways we are shaped by–and in opposition to–our histories and cultures. \n\n\n\nWe\, the Kindling is the acclaimed debut from Dorothy Livesay Poetry Prize-winner Otoniya J. Okot Bitek and is centred around the unforgettable voices of schoolgirls in Uganda captured by the Lord’s Resistance Army in the 1990s. Those who survive bear the physical and psychological weight of these experiences—often within communities that wish only to forget or ignore them. \n\n\n\nEverything Is Fine Here \, the debut from Journey Prize-winner Iryn Tushabe is a coming of age story set in Uganda. \n\n\n\nEighteen-year-old Aine Kamara has been anticipating a reunion with her older sister\, Mbabazi\, for months. But when Mbabazi shows up with an unexpected guest\, Aine must confront an old fear: her beloved sister is gay in a country with tight anti-homosexuality laws. \n\n\n\nGet Tickets! \n\n\n\nEverything Everywhere\n\n\n\nWith Emily Austin\, Matthew James Jones and Georgia Toews\, hosted by David Currie \n\n\n\nSunday\, May 4 – 8:30PM \n\n\n\nLearning to cope and thrive in a world seemingly hell-bent on disorienting\, distracting and destabilizing us\, provides the momentum behind three very different novels whose authors join us to talk fiction\, resilience and the many ways we struggle to find ourselves. \n\n\n\nWe Could Be Rats\,  the latest from Emily Austin\, the bestselling local author of Everyone in This Room Will Someday Be Dead is the story of two very different sisters\, and a love letter to childhood\, growing up\, and the power of imagination. Sigrid hates working at the Dollar Pal. She did not graduate high school\, preferring to roam the streets of her small town with her best friend Greta. Her older sister Margit is baffled and frustrated by Sigrid’s inability to conform to the expectations of polite society. As Margit sets out to understand Sigrid and the secrets she has hidden\, both sisters\, in their own time and way\, discover that reigniting their shared childhood imagination is the only way forward. \n\n\n\nPredators\, Reapers\, and Deadlier Creatures  from poet\, novelist\, and veteran Matthew James Jones\, is the story of a drone operator stationed in Kandahar\, Afghanistan. As he monitors Sahar\, a teenager and suspected terrorist\, Jones commits the ultimate crime: he cares. In Kandahar\, there’s a monster in every window. And there’s also one in every mirror. \n\n\n\nNobody Asked for This by Georgia Toews is a razor-sharp dramedy following a twenty-something comic as she navigates family grief\, dysfunctional friendship\, and a date gone very wrong. In between working the rounds of Toronto’s small comedy club circuit and auditioning for paper towel commercials\, Virginia is tiptoeing around her depressed roommate and childhood friend\, Haley\, and having biweekly dinners with her bereaved stepdad\, Dale\, while trying to manage her own grief at the loss of her mother. \n\n\n\nGet Tickets!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-international-writers-festival/
LOCATION:Ontario
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa International Writers Festival":MAILTO:info@writersfestival.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250425T182714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T182724Z
UID:10002538-1746037800-1746043200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:K1- How To Become A Government Baddie
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s K1 discussion where we’ll be talking about how to secure a job in government. Whether you’re job hunting\, trying to bag that promotion\, or even trying to switch careers\, this is your chance to learn from some folks who have done it before! \n\n\n\nK1 (Keeping It 100) — Once a month we come together for our version of a black family cookout\, sharing space and good food from within the African diaspora. K1 serves as a safe space by black queer folks\, for black queer folks\, giving us the opportunity to share our experiences and culture. With each K1 meeting we explore various aspects of life\, covering topics like Sex\, Friends & Family\, Education and Work. 
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/k1-how-to-become-a-government-baddie/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,MAX Programs,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20241030T174132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T181623Z
UID:10001157-1746037800-1746041400@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-4/2025-04-30/
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:20250429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250429T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250402T163154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T163204Z
UID:10002363-1745953200-1745960400@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/2025-04-29/
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:20250429T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250429T194500
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20241030T173807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T181759Z
UID:10001131-1745952300-1745955900@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-3/2025-04-29/
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:20250429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250429T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250425T184945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T185214Z
UID:10002539-1745951400-1745956800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Now What? - Getting Connected
DESCRIPTION:This month’s Now What? discussion is about getting connected as an older queer through various groups and activities across the city. Invite a friend or two to tag along too and don’t forget to register below! \n\n\n\nNow What? — Join us for a casual monthly discussion group of GBT2Q guys over 50 years of age!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/now-what-getting-connected/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,MAX Programs,Regular programming,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250429T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250429T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250422T213613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T213634Z
UID:10002530-1745948700-1745953200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Bike Club: First Ride of the Season
DESCRIPTION:First ride of the 2025 season! Tuesday April 29th join Ottawa’s Queer Bike Club for a lovely loop of Dows Lake starting at the UOttawa Transit Station (upper level by the bike racks). \n\n\n\nMeet-up at 5:45 to take off at 6:00! If the weather is nice we will stop for a hangout in the Arboretum\, if not\, there will be an optional hang at the Second Cup on Laurier.  \n\n\n\nPlease bring some bike lights for this ride as it gets dark early. If you don’t have any\, we might have some extra for you!  \n\n\n\nThis ride will be 12km\, about 50 minutes\, at a chill pace where no one is left behind!  \n\n\n\nAccessibility:  \n\n\n\nThis path is 100% on bike paths\, with a potential on road detour for a few minutes due to construction. There will be a QBC ride support to keep everyone together and safe during this detour and also the whole ride.  \n\n\n\nWe will be crossing the locks near Carleton (pedestrian bridge with low railing) which could trigger some height phobias if this is a problem for you. Bikes will need to cross as well\, QBC ride support will be there to give you a hand.  \n\n\n\nBring your water\, helmet\, bike lights\, and layers. Can’t wait to start the 4th QBC season with you!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-bike-club-first-ride-of-the-season/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250428T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T160622Z
UID:10002413-1745865000-1745870400@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/2025-04-28/
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:20250428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20241030T173439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182001Z
UID:10001105-1745865000-1745868600@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-2/2025-04-28/
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:20250428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250428T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250417T165414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T165452Z
UID:10002450-1745863200-1745877600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Music Jam
DESCRIPTION:Calling all the queer (all genders and sexualities are welcome) guitarists\, singers\, hummers\, drummers\, kazooists\, harmonica-ers (we know it’s not a word)\, shakers\, ukelele-ers (again\, we know)\, cajonists\, spooners\, whatever instrument you play that isn’t plugged in\, let’s jam to some songs together and have some laughs and a good time. \n\n\n\nIf you are a beginner or intermediate (none of us are pros here!) and can play some basic chords then you will do great. The music should be easy to play and we hope the songs will be familiar to everyone. \n\n\n\nDon’t worry if you are not a musician\, we need fans (and roadies!) too. We have some shakers and little noise makers you can join in on the fun. Your voice and encouragement will be a wonderful addition to our cacophony of sound! \n\n\n\nFee: This event is a pay-what-you-can with a suggested fee of $5 per person. You may e-transfer to ottawapixies@gmail.com\, or you can contribute at the door. \n\n\n\nSpots are limited! So\, please be sure to grab a ticket and specify if you are a Musician(bringing an instrument) or a Singer/fan. \n\n\n\nThe Schedule: \n\n\n\n\n6:00pm – Social mixer – Join us for some food and drinks.\n\n\n\n7:00pm – Music Jam – We will play.\n\n\n\n\nThe Song List: Not Queer per se\, just good music! \n\n\n\n\nFast Car – Tracy Chapman\n\n\n\nIsland In The Sun – Weezer\n\n\n\nLose Control – Teddy Swims\n\n\n\nOnly Happy When It Rains – Garbage\n\n\n\nBuilding A Mystery – Sarah McLachlan\n\n\n\nThe Kill – Thirty Seconds to Mars\n\n\n\nFlowers – Miley Cyrus\n\n\n\nDon’t Start Now – Dua Lipa\n\n\n\nAin’t Easy – Elijah Woods and Jamie Fine\n\n\n\nKiss – Prince\n\n\n\nA Bar Song (Tipsy) – Shaboozey\n\n\n\nAs It Was – Harry Styles\n\n\n\n\nSpotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1WVgAo9MEjsLoXHCF9C8pU?si=43e3e186f6464c91 \n\n\n\nInstruments to share that you can play: We’ll have a cajon\, keyboard\, and two microphones. \n\n\n\nHow the Jam works: \n\n\n\n\nWe will introduce you to a song and play it on a speaker with pauses if needed\, so you can get the sound and feel of it. We will take this time to practice our parts\, and help guide anyone who needs assistance.\n\n\n\nWe will then play alone without the music. This ought to be good 🙂\n\n\n\n\nRecommended to Bring: \n\n\n\n\nYour acoustic instrument (please\, no electrics for this session unless it’s a bass guitar)\n\n\n\nGuitarist\, please bring a capo! (the sheet music is designed to be easy to play using a capo)\n\n\n\nYour enthusiasm and a good sense of humour\, this ain’t Canadian Idol\, we’re here to have fun!\n\n\n\n\nWe’ll project the song lyrics and chords on a large screen (no need to print). Cajon\, Keyboard and microphones will be available to share. Bass players\, please send us a message so we can accommodate a spot on the sound board. \n\n\n\nNote: Pour Boy is not an accessible venue as the music jam is located on the second floor and there is no elevator at this venue. Pour Boy accepts Cash and Debit Card only.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-music-jam/
LOCATION:Pour Boy Pub\, 495 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R 5J7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250428T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250428T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002389-1745859600-1745866800@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/2025-04-28/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250428T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250425T204228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T204240Z
UID:10002542-1745834400-1745856000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Vote First\, Cookie Second
DESCRIPTION:Vote First\, Cookie Second is back this Monday\, April 28 🍪 \n\n\n\nSame as last time (if you remember the provincial election)—we’re giving out free cookies to anyone who votes. Non-partisan and no strings attached\, just sugar-fueled civic engagement and a reminder that adults need treats too. 📣 \n\n\n\nThis time it’s federal\, and yeah\, we’re tired too. It’s easy to make excuses. But our most vulnerable community members are at risk\, and your voice MATTERS. Voting can be hard\, but it’s so\, so important—so we hope a little cookie helps. 👀 \n\n\n\nCome by the shop if you’re voting (or already voted!) and and grab your exclusive Election Day cookie – on us. \n\n\n\n📍 992 Wellington St. W📅 Monday\, April 28💖 No purchase required\, just participation \n\n\n\n🍪 Limited quantities\, while supplies last \n\n\n\nWe’re a queer and neurodivergent-owned business that believes in showing up\, speaking out\, and giving back- this is just one way we can do that (with frosting). 🤭
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/vote-first-cookie-second/
LOCATION:Hello Dolly Pastries\, 992 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2X8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Nationally recognized dates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T230000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000506-1745784000-1745794800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Regular programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T154000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250310T203241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T203248Z
UID:10002152-1745764200-1745768400@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/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Ottawa / Gatineau Pathways\, Ottawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://maxottawa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/bears.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sunday Afternoon Bear Walk":MAILTO:alex@sundayafternoonbearwalk.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250106T153921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T162558Z
UID:10001577-1745762400-1745773200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Non-binary Social/Crafternoon
DESCRIPTION:What to expect: Non-binary people and friends hanging out and crafting. We have supplies for making bracelets\, folding origami\, colored beads\, embroidery floss\, and plastic lace. Volunteer coordinators will be wearing name tags and can help answer any questions you might have.What to bring: You don’t need to bring anything. You are welcome to bring your own crafting materials. Food and drink is welcome\, also.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/non-binary-social-crafting-night-2/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St. West\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250417T193251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T193310Z
UID:10002521-1745757000-1745773200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa Performers Swap & Shop
DESCRIPTION:Swap and shop costume pieces\, clothing\, accessories\, wigs\, and props with other local performers.  \n\n\n\nHN95 masking required – masks provided at the door
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-performers-swap-shop/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Service,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250413T201312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T201321Z
UID:10002441-1745755200-1745762400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:What a Drag... Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to “she bop\, he bop\, we bop”? Ottawa we’re going retro party vibes on April 27th. That’s right only hits from the 80’s and early 90’s will have you singing along and feeling a little nostalgic. \n\n\n\nAre you celebrating a birthday\, a girls brunch\, anniversary\, bridal/bachelorette/bachelor brunch\, or special event? Send an email to the organizer. Let’s celebrate together. \n\n\n\nWhat a Drag Brunch is presented by Beyond the Pale Byward Taproom and Heels and Heart Events. Let’s get together for brunch\, bring your friends\, family\, partner\, make it a pals day out. Link to tickets below. With guests Elle Faekwa and Love. Featuring Diamond D. Ladie and Lady Huntress. \n\n\n\nDoors open at 11 am\, show 12-2 \n\n\n\nWe have addressed the service wait times and developed a plan to ensure that everyone gets their food and beverage orders in a timely manner. \n\n\n\nCome and join Ottawa’s newest drag brunch experience.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/what-a-drag-brunch/
LOCATION:Beyond the Pale Byward Taproom\, 21 George St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 8W5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque
ORGANIZER;CN="Bianca Allen":MAILTO:heelsnheartevents@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20241029T211828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T150829Z
UID:10000982-1745753400-1745762400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Drag Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Every last Sunday of the month (with the exception of pride week in the summer) is drag brunch. Check our calendar for details.If it’s the last Sunday of the month – its drag brunch. Seatings available at 11:30am and 2pm.Please note: that the drag brunch preset menu does NOT include bottomless mimosas – it includes one single mimosa with cuisine as indicated on the menu.Bottomless mimosas are an extra charge to your drag brunch package.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/drag-brunch-2/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20241030T172809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T182238Z
UID:10001079-1745753400-1745757000@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/2025-04-27/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250425T211447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T211455Z
UID:10002545-1745751600-1745773200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa Mystic Market
DESCRIPTION:The market will feature a variety of vendors offering products and services such as crystals\, psychic readings\, tarot cards and readings\, books\, handmade items\, spells\, candles\, home décor\, clothing and accessories\, taxidermy\, and other curiosities. \n\n\n\nBeltane is a Pagan holiday that marks the midpoint between the winter solstice and the summer equinox. The holiday has spiritual meanings related to fertility\, new beginnings\, and the cycles of nature. \n\n\n\nBeltane is a time of cleansing and hope\, and is focused on hope for the fertility of people\, crops\, and animals. Beltane is considered a good time for divination\, particularly for seeing the Fae. \n\n\n\nBe sure to make your wish🎀🎗️🌳Don’t forget to tie a ribbon to the wishing willow and manifest your desires under Sunday’s new moon.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-mystic-market/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Next Door Market\, 955a Gladstone Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250427T020000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250415T212548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T213323Z
UID:10002443-1745701200-1745719200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Positive Fortress
DESCRIPTION:Join DJs Mossy Mugler\, Ilybo\, Sweet Morgane\, and Lilfr1dge\, for a night of gorgeous and silly electronic music and dancing at Club SAW!  \n\n\n\n9pm-10pm: Open Decks \n\n\n\n10pm-2pm: Sets by Mossy Mugler\, Ilybo\, Lilfr1dge\, Sweet Morgane  \n\n\n\nGalerie SAW Gallery is a wheelchair accessible venue with accessible and all-gender washrooms. Event is 19+ with bar service and seating.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/positive-fortress/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Parties,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000220-1745694000-1745704800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Bottomless Dine & Drag Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Every week\, on Saturday night\, Vanitea is the destination for the no. 1 voted drag dinner\, presented by beloved house host Devona Coe and a rotating calendar of featured local and visiting drag queens.Delivering their struts\, gag-worthy performances & all-over sass for your Saturday night pleasure\, + a fabulous 3 course tower (with meal included) and bottomless drinks!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/bottomless-dine-drag-dinner/2025-04-26/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131937
CREATED:20250417T190826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T190835Z
UID:10002458-1745679600-1745686800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:First Anniversary Party & Cake Cutting
DESCRIPTION:Who is ready for some vegan anniversary cake to celebrate the Ottawa Queerly Sewcial Circle’s first year of existence? Come join us to enjoy the company of some crafty people and celebrate the community!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/first-anniversary-party-cake-cutting/
LOCATION:Ottawa Trans Library\, 1104 Somerset St W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 3C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Parties,Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131938
CREATED:20250425T210355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T210616Z
UID:10002543-1745668800-1745686800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Pride Game: Ottawa Charge vs Montreal Victoire
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate love\, inclusivity\, and the 2SLGBTQ+ community. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nCommunity Booths Along the Concourse\n\n\n\nExciting Pre-Game Activations\n\n\n\nCommunity Pride on Display\n\n\n\nSupporting Local Charity
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/pride-game-ottawa-charge-vs-montreal-victoire/
LOCATION:TD Place\, 1015 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 3W7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Social,Sports and recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250426T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T131938
CREATED:20250425T211447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T211455Z
UID:10002544-1745665200-1745686800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa Mystic Market
DESCRIPTION:The market will feature a variety of vendors offering products and services such as crystals\, psychic readings\, tarot cards and readings\, books\, handmade items\, spells\, candles\, home décor\, clothing and accessories\, taxidermy\, and other curiosities. \n\n\n\nBeltane is a Pagan holiday that marks the midpoint between the winter solstice and the summer equinox. The holiday has spiritual meanings related to fertility\, new beginnings\, and the cycles of nature. \n\n\n\nBeltane is a time of cleansing and hope\, and is focused on hope for the fertility of people\, crops\, and animals. Beltane is considered a good time for divination\, particularly for seeing the Fae. \n\n\n\nBe sure to make your wish🎀🎗️🌳Don’t forget to tie a ribbon to the wishing willow and manifest your desires under Sunday’s new moon.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-mystic-market/2025-04-26/
LOCATION:Next Door Market\, 955a Gladstone Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Family friendly
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