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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:ON
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa International Writers Festival":MAILTO:info@writersfestival.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
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UID:10002528-1746122400-1746129600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Nature Museum Hangout
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Spring\, Commeunity Ottawa and Open Pages Book Club invite you on an exploration of the Nature Museum! Learn about tons of crazy critters from dinosaurs to whales to birds and frogs in one of Ottawa’s oldest\, most beautiful buildings.  \n\n\n\nReserve your own space through the Nature Museum.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/nature-museum-hangout/
LOCATION:Museum of Nature\, 240 McLeod Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1P 6P4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family friendly,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
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:20250501T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
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:20250501T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T230000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
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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:20250502T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T210000
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UID:10002448-1746208800-1746219600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Homo Phono Beats & Boards
DESCRIPTION:Homo Phono Beats & Boards! \n\n\n\nWe’re back with our pals at @thegrove613 to bring you something a bit more laid-back. DJ del Pilar will be spinning low decibel Afrohouse/beats\, funk & RnB. We’ll provide some games – feel free to bring your own! \n\n\n\nBar with non-alcoholic drinks inc beer\, cocktails\, seltzers and more. \n\n\n\nAccessing the space: If the outside doors are locked\, buzz 2800 to get in. Check the QR code below to see a video on getting to the space! \n\n\n\nA few tickets are available at the door on a first come basis. Sliding scale – $5-20 (cash only at the door) \n\n\n\nThis is a covid-safer event!N95 or equivalent are required. Some masks will be available for free at the door. \n\n\n\nWe monitor CO2 throughout the night and will announce if the monitors reach 1000 (though it didn’t go above 825 at our last games night). \n\n\n\nThe new Grove space is much bigger than the last one with 2 small windows that open\, a central HVAC system\, and high ceilings. \n\n\n\nWe will have at least 3 air purifiers running at max at all times. \n\n\n\n18 Louisa does not have easy access to outside so we ask that you enjoy your drinks in the hall outside the main space. \n\n\n\nNotes About The Grove \n\n\n\n280-18 Louisa is on the 2nd floor of the building with elevator access. There are automatic doors on the outside of the building but the door to the studio is manual. \n\n\n\nThere are accessible washrooms on the 2nd floor. The (gendered) washrooms are shared with the whole floor but after hours it’s unlikely anyone else will be on site. \n\n\n\nThe studio is over 800 square feet of open space with an 11 ft ceiling \n\n\n\nFor seating\, we have several options – White folding chairs (max 225lbs /102 kg static) Blue stacking chairs ( max 660lbs / 299.3 kg static) Brown couch (max 700lbs/317.5 kg static) Rustic brown stools (max 264.5lbs/ 120 kg static)
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/homo-phono-beats-boards/
LOCATION:The Grove\, 18 Louisa St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1R6Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Live music,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T230000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
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UID:10002522-1746216000-1746226800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Casper Skulls at LIVE! on Elgin with Scrip Issue & Nick Bendzsa
DESCRIPTION:Casper Skulls have successfully grown into their own on their newest album Kit-Cat (Next Door Records\, April 11\, 2025)\, taking a refreshingly patient and collaborative approach to songwriting that ultimately left the Sudbury/Toronto\, Ontario band creating the best album of their career. \n\n\n\nScrip Issue are fans of post-punk\, no wave\, and noise rock\, creating new ideas to combine with those sounds. \n\n\n\nDark\, sensitive\, direct\, spiritual and tender; Bendzsa blends trap\, acoustic folk\, ambient\, and indie to texture and paint an exaggerated world of genuine experience and fantasy.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/casper-skulls-at-live-on-elgin-with-scrip-issue-nick-bendzsa/
LOCATION:LIVE! on Elgin\, 220 Elgin St #2\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 1L7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Live music,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Live! on Elgin":MAILTO:jon@liveonelgin.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250502T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T020000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250329T144915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T175453Z
UID:10002345-1746219600-1746237600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:WHOLE Night Long Afterparty
DESCRIPTION:Keep the good times rolling at our Whole Night Long party. Bring your friends and celebrate community\, connection and good vibes! While you’re serving on the dance floor\, MAX staff will be serving up drinks behind the bar. We’ve also got a stacked DJ lineup to keep you moving all night long:  \n\n\n\n\nDJ Avenue (@deejayavenue)\n\n\n\nDJ Hug Mosh (@hug.mosh)\n\n\n\nCelestial (@_celestialbean_)\n\n\n\n\nTickets are just $10\, but if you joined us for Hole-istic Health or volunteered\, you get in for free! \n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on a night full of music\, fun\, and community spirit. See you on the dance floor!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/hole-night-long-afterparty-2/
LOCATION:Next Door Market\, 955a Gladstone Ave.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Nightlife,Sex positive,Social
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ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T210000
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CREATED:20250429T215210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T215218Z
UID:10002554-1746293400-1746306000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Drag at the Brewery
DESCRIPTION:We are back at Whiprsnapr for an amazing evening of fabulous drag entertainment as the queens hit the stage! Enjoy amazing home made pizzas from the ovens at Whiprsnapr and locally made craft beer while enjoying the talents of our drag artists\, Kween Mallika\, Tanya King and featuring Karma K! Doors open at 5:30pm and the show starts at 6:30pm! Get your tickets now! $10 online through the link below or $15 at the door.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/drag-at-the-brewery-2/
LOCATION:Whiprsnapr Brewing Co.\, 14 Bexley Place\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2H 8W2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250429T222742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T222754Z
UID:10002557-1746295200-1746304200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Brain and Mental Health Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 3rd at 6 PM at the Glebe Community Centre for the Brain and Mental Health Art Show by @sfn.ottawa\, which is a night of stunning art\, community connection\, and giving back 💛 \n\n\n\nSince 2010\, this event has brought together Ottawa’s science\, mental health\, and art worlds in an inspiring celebration of creativity and cause. This year\, we’re honoured that all proceeds from the art auction\, raffle\, and drinks will support youth in our city through YSB’s work! 🤝 \n\n\n\nCome for the art. Stay for the purpose.🎨
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/brain-and-mental-health-art-show/
LOCATION:Glebe Community Centre\, 175 Third Ave\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 2K2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Art,Educational,Family friendly,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20241029T205445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T153226Z
UID:10000221-1746298800-1746309600@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/2025-05-03/
LOCATION:The Vanitea Room\, 551 Somerset St West\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1R 5J9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250429T223452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T223459Z
UID:10002558-1746302400-1746309600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Discord Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Presenting our first ever movie night 🍿✨ \n\n\n\nJoin us this Saturday at 8pm EST\, in our community Discord server\, for Howl’s Moving Castle! Grab your snacks and get ready for a cozy night 🩵
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/discord-movie-night/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/discord-movie-night/
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T230000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250325T144110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T144110Z
UID:10002189-1746302400-1746313200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa Regional Air Guitar Championships
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to rock out for goodness sake! Compete in the 2025 Ottawa Air Guitar Championships to win your way to the Canadian Air Guitar Championships in Toronto\, and potentially compete at the Air Guitar World Championships in Oulu\, Finland\, all while raising money for the Gord Downey & Chanie Wenjack Fund! You can sign up in advance to compete by providing your own 60-second track\, or come up out of the audience as one of our Brave Souls. Air guitar glory could be yours! Too shy for the stage? Not to worry – you’ll be blown away by how fun imaginary instruments can be!  \n\n\n\nThe event is 19+ and unfortunately\, the venue is accessible as Targ is in a basement with a steep staircase with bathrooms too small to accommodate most wheelchairs. Masks are encouraged but not required\, and the event will feature loud noises and possible flashing lights akin to a rock show. \n\n\n\nAGC is a queer and trans-run organization that looks to give back to our communities through the power of music and joy. We actively work to make our events trans- and 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusive and as safe a space as we can. This includes actively looking to ensure that femmes\, non-binary people\, gender-non-conforming people\, and a wide array of weirdos and queerdos feel safe and seen enjoying music they love and connecting with community while we raise money for a great cause.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-regional-air-guitar-championships/
LOCATION:House of Targ\, 1077 Bank St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S 0R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Air Guitar Canada":MAILTO:canadaairguitar@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T230000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250413T192120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T192131Z
UID:10002435-1746302400-1746313200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Alice Longyu Gao + Arthritis Kid + Los3r
DESCRIPTION:Alice Longyu Gao on-stage performing their most loved songs from their debut trilogy. Their debut trilogy includes 3 EPs: High Dragon Universe (2022)\, Let’s Hope Heteros Fail\, Learn\, and Retire (2023)\, and Assembling Symbols Into My Own Poetry (2024).  \n\n\n\nSpecial guests include Arthritis Kid and Los3r.  \n\n\n\nClub SAW is wheelchair accessible. Accessible bathroom with adult change table is available. Flashing/strobing light warning. Ear protection are provided to guests. Masks are provided for guests if requested.  \n\n\n\nThis event is open to all ages.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/alice-longyu-gao-arthritis-kid-los3r/
LOCATION:SAW\, 67 Nicholas St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Debaser":MAILTO:hello@debaser.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T230000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250429T221649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T221659Z
UID:10002556-1746302400-1746313200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Rouge Studio Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Doors at 7pm and show starts at 8pm. Seating is first come first serve. \n\n\n\nYou will see performances of burlesque\, belly dance\, jazz funk and more. \n\n\n\nDrinks will be available for purchase at the show as well! Get your tickets today\, this event is not to be missed! \n\n\n\nThere will be gogo so tipping is welcomed during their set. We will also have studio merch for sale. \n\n\n\nPlease let the organizer know if you require accessibility seating \n\n\n\nPlease note\, tickets are final sale and non-refundable. \n\n\n\n19+ event
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/rouge-studio-showcase/
LOCATION:Queen Street Fare\, 170 Queen St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5E1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Drag & Burlesque,Nightlife
ORGANIZER;CN="Rouge Studio of Dance":MAILTO:randirouge@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T020000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250417T190007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T190030Z
UID:10002457-1746306000-1746324000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Neon Nights with JC Simon
DESCRIPTION:Light up the night with a neon lights themed DJ set at T’s all-welcoming club!  \n\n\n\n19+
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/neon-nights-with-jc-simon/
LOCATION:T’s\, 323 Somerset Street West\, Ottawa\, ON\, 2P 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Parties,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250417T194552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T153034Z
UID:10002523-1746363600-1746374400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Covid-Cautious Clothing Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring your pre-loved items and exchange them for something new-to-you. It’s a fun\, eco-friendly way to save money\, reduce waste\, and connect with your community! \n\n\n\nWe will accept any clothing or accessories (all ages\, sizes & aesthetics!)\, however\, we have limited space\, so keep that in mind when deciding what to bring! \n\n\n\nWheelie Productions is committed to accessibility & disability justice. If you require any extra support to attend this event\, please reach out. \n\n\n\nAs part of this commitment\, we will be requiring masks for those attending. We ask that all attendees wear a high-quality mask/respirator (KN95 or better) at all times to increase the safety of our space. We will have extra KN95 & N95 masks + hand sanitizer available. \n\n\n\n☆ Kind Space has extra air filtration throughout the space!☆ Kind Space is wheelchair accessible\, with an elevator to access the space and automatic doors! ☆ There are both gendered\, stalled washrooms and accessible non-gendered washrooms.☆ Accessible by public transit (#11\, #6 & #7) with paid on street parking (subject to availability!)☆ Low/no-scent space☆ Quiet space available
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/covid-cautious-clothing-swap/
LOCATION:Kind Space\, 400 Cooper St\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T154000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250310T203241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T203248Z
UID:10002153-1746369000-1746373200@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/2025-05-04/
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:20250504T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250402T134805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T134820Z
UID:10002353-1746381600-1746390600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Singles Mingle
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday May 4\, 2025 at Laugh Lounge in the Byward Market for the next Singles Mingle! Your hosts Natalia (sex educator & entrepreneur) and Joey (theatre & comedy queen) will guide you through interactive activities that allow you to get to know others in an easy\, comfortable and fun way.  \n\n\n\nHaven’t been to a Singles Mingle before? It’s a special funnel style format – we start playing with the entire group and slowly get into smaller intimate groups as the night progresses. These activities are designed to help you let loose and laugh\, because humour helps to alleviate stress and makes interactions more enjoyable and relaxed. As a bonus\, you will also have the opportunity to win some amazing door prizes (including sex toys from Wicked Wanda’s)!  \n\n\n\nWhen it comes to in-person dating events\, this is the best bang for your buck in our city. We pride ourselves on remaining affordable and ensuring that there are enough registrants to make your participation worth your precious time. We always attract between 60-80 people each time we host the Singles Mingle\, so you are guaranteed many people to meet! This matters because dating is a numbers game – the more people you get to interact with\, the closer you are to finding a real romantic connection.  \n\n\n\nNo matter your culture\, sexual orientation\, gender or kinks\, you are welcome at the Singles Mingle.  \n\n\n\nThe only criteria is that you are between the ages of 25 and 45 and you are currently single (not already in a romantic relationship) and ready to mingle! Feel free to reach out to the organizers with any questions or concerns you have\, it’s our priority to make you feel at ease 🙂  \n\n\n\n*** Doors open at 7:00 pm Mingling activities start at 7:30 pm Mingling activities ends at 9:30 pm Option to stay and continue mingling if you’re enjoying your conversations!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/singles-mingle-2/
LOCATION:Laugh Lounge\, 61 York St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 9C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Nightlife,Regular programming,Sex positive,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T230000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20241029T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T152947Z
UID:10000508-1746388800-1746399600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Karaoke Night
DESCRIPTION:Karaoke with fellow Queers hosted by Jolene.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/karaoke-night/2025-05-04/
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:20250505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250505T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250409T154054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T154103Z
UID:10002390-1746464400-1746471600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Spectrum
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, queer chat with people your age? Want to just hang out\, eat some snacks and meet new friends? Are you interested in having some discussions about sexuality\, identity\, homophobia and your personal experience? YSB is proud to offer Spectrum\, a program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ottawa! \n\n\n\nSpectrum meets every Monday from 5-7 p.m. upstairs at our 147 Besserer St location. \n\n\n\nWe provide workshops\, discussion groups\, and art collaborations\, as well as counselling services\, peer mentoring\, and primary care resources. \n\n\n\nSpectrum can help with challenges like depression\, anxiety and suicide while also offering practical support to navigate the mental health\, housing and educational systems. \n\n\n\nSpectrum is also a safe space for youth to: \n\n\n\n\nMeet new people\n\n\n\nEngage in workshops and discussions\n\n\n\nAccess services like showers\, laundry\, computers\, telephones\n\n\n\nGet referrals\n\n\n\nAccess trained counsellors and peer mentors if youth need to talk\n\n\n\nJust hang out!\n\n\n\n\nActivities include: \n\n\n\n\nAn introduction to our space and expectations\n\n\n\nA queer current events discussion\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\nAccess to snack during group\, showers\, laundry\, harm reduction supplies\, telephone\, internet\n\n\n\nAccess to crisis counsellors from YSB and/or our in-house counsellor from Centretown Community Health Centre\n\n\n\nA relaxed space where youth can be out and proud!\n\n\n\n\nContact: Aidan FritzEmail: afritz@ysb.ca
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/spectrum/2025-05-05/
LOCATION:Youth Services Bureau\, 147 Besserer St\, Ottawa\, K1N 6A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Family friendly,Regular programming,Service,Social,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250505T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250505T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250413T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T163238Z
UID:10002414-1746469800-1746475200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:5-Pin Bowling
DESCRIPTION:EVERYONE is welcome (please bring your friends!) to join us for a fun evening of 5-pin bowling at the West Park Lanes bowling alley at 1205 Wellington Street West. We play two games. The cost is $10.00\, including shoe rental. It’s quite informal. You don’t have to join a team\, just show up at West Park Lanes. Please come to the lanes early—at least 15 minutes early.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/5-pin-bowling/2025-05-05/
LOCATION:West Park Lanes\, 1205 Wellington St. W\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1Y 2Z8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Family friendly,Regular programming,Social,Sports and recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250506T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250225T031242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T201251Z
UID:10002378-1746550800-1746558000@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-4/2025-05-06/
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:20250506T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250501T181226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T181311Z
UID:10002562-1746550800-1746558000@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Gay Men's Social
DESCRIPTION:Calling all gay and bisexual men! Head over to the ACO for its monthly social which includes a free meal. Chill with fellow guys\, engage in meaningful discussions\, and learn about other resources and events in the area.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/gay-mens-social-2/
LOCATION:AIDS Committee of Ottawa\, 19 Main St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1S1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Regular programming,Sex positive,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250506T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250413T194445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T194454Z
UID:10002437-1746558000-1746563400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Death Salon
DESCRIPTION:Loss by Overdose and Tainted Supply  \n\n\n\nWelcome to the Queer Death Salon happening on May 6\, 2025! Join us for a virtual gathering for people who have lost someone or multiple people to overdose and tainted supply and who are loooking to share space with people who have experienced similar circumstances.  \n\n\n\nThese kinds of losses carry 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-3/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/queer-death-salon-3/
CATEGORIES:Regular programming,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="Queer Community Deathcare":MAILTO:Queercommunitydeathcare@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250507T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250506T170756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T170810Z
UID:10002585-1746619200-1746622800@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Anti-2SLGBTQI Hate in Canada: What It Is and What We Can Do About It
DESCRIPTION:Join Egale Canada for a FREE 60-minute webinar ahead of International Day Against Homophobia\, Biphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT). This webinar explores the rise of anti-2SLGBTQI hate in Canada\, examining recent events\, and the roles of advocacy\, activism\, and visibility in combatting it. Participants will also learn strategies to counter misinformation\, disinformation\, and malinformation\, along with resources and tools to take action.  \n\n\n\nThis webinar will be available in English only This webinar is made possible thanks to the generous support of the LCBO – the Lead Ontario Partner of the Rainbow Action Hub.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/anti-2slgbtqi-hate-in-canada-what-it-is-and-what-we-can-do-about-it/
LOCATION:https://maxottawa.ca/list/anti-2slgbtqi-hate-in-canada-what-it-is-and-what-we-can-do-about-it/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy & empowerment,Educational,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="EGALE":MAILTO:info@egale.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250225T023754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T024145Z
UID:10001964-1746716400-1746727200@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Free Haircuts
DESCRIPTION:Biweekly\, free community haircuts at the MAX office! Each slot is half an hour. Service provided in English and French. \n\n\n\nAdvanced booking is required. Please call +1 343-307-0494 to be slotted in.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/free-haircuts-3/2025-05-08/
LOCATION:MAX Ottawa\, 400 Cooper St. Suite 9004\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2P 2H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MAX Programs,Service
ORGANIZER;CN="MAX Ottawa":MAILTO:info@maxottawa.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250506T162538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T162547Z
UID:10002579-1746727200-1746734400@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Comedy Writing Room
DESCRIPTION:Calling all writers\, comedians\, and aspiring jesters! \n\n\n\nJoin us at Milk for an evening of flexing your funny bone and generating new exciting material for your next hot 5. We will start the evening with 45 minutes of writing with suggested prompts. Next the group will bounce ideas off each other and finally present some new material. \n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be provided\, bring your own writing materials!  \n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, May 8th\, 6 – 8pm \n\n\n\nSpots are limited\, so grab your ticket now! \n\n\n\nAbout the Host: Alice Howard (she/they) is an improv facilitator with the Ottawa Improv Embassy\, member of Belt! The Improvised Musical\, and stand-up comedian. With 10 years of experience in the Ottawa Comedy Community Alice is enthusiastic about supporting newcomers to try out comedy. In addition to comedy Alice is an ice cream aficionado and wiener dog owner!
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/comedy-writing-room/
LOCATION:Milk\, 45 William St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 6Z9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Milk":MAILTO:info@milkshop.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250424T210830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T210859Z
UID:10002534-1746727200-1746741600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Ottawa Design Club #0017 - Flip the Script
DESCRIPTION:When things don’t go as planned\, do you see a setback or an opportunity? Creativity often thrives when things get messy\, surprising\, or even a bit frustrating. The trick is knowing how to turn those tricky moments into your greatest strengths. \n\n\n\nJoin us for Flip the Script\, an evening where our speakers will share real stories about flipping challenges into creative wins. You’ll hear about unexpected detours\, bold pivots\, and how turning situations on their head led to surprising breakthroughs. They’ll show you that even when you’re backed into a corner\, there’s always another angle to explore. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re navigating creative roadblocks\, pivoting your approach\, or just curious about turning setbacks into comebacks\, this night will inspire you to see your creative journey differently. Because sometimes the best move is to flip the script. \n\n\n\nPanelists:  \n\n\n\n\nLuke Norrad: a graphic designer based in Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, with a focus on custom lettering and typography. A graduate of NSCAD University\, he opened his own studio in 2013\, working with clients across Canada and internationally. Known for his vintage-inspired approach and sharp attention to detail\, Luke has built a reputation as a branding specialist for restaurants\, clothing brands\, museums\, and more.\n\n\n\nCara Tierney: a trans*\, white settler of Scottish\, Irish\, and Italian descent. A creative and community builder\, their work blends art and education with a focus on social change. Now a professor at the University of Ottawa\, Tierney has taught at Algonquin College and the National Gallery of Canada. Since 2004\, they’ve led arts and anti-oppression workshops on unceded Algonquin land\, using creativity to build community and support justice-driven work.\n\n\n\nEric Chan\, aka eepmon\,: a digital artist blending code and creativity. He has worked with Canada Goose\, Marvel\, and cultural institutions worldwide. His projects\, from CityLights NFTs to data-driven paintings\, merge technology with storytelling. In 2025 he was named Library and Archives Canada’s first creator in residence. He has represented Canada on global trade missions\, served on the Canadian Museums Association board\, and received honours like the LAC Scholar Award and Banff Forum ABJ Fellowship.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/ottawa-design-club-0017-flip-the-script/
LOCATION:Club SAW\, 67 Nicholas Street\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 7B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Ottawa Design Club":MAILTO:hello@ottdesign.club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250508T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053718
CREATED:20250429T213548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T213608Z
UID:10002552-1746727200-1746741600@maxottawa.ca
SUMMARY:Art Credo Poetry & Music
DESCRIPTION:Spend your Thursday evening immersed in Ottawa’s queer arts scene. Poetry starts at 6:00PM\, live music from Touch Grass and Mars Aspen starts at 8:00PM.
URL:https://maxottawa.ca/list/art-credo-poetry-music/
LOCATION:St. John the Evangelist Church\, 275 Elgin St.\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live music,Nightlife,Social
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