A social networking event designed for adults in their 20s and 30s to facilitate new connections through group activities and facilitated icebreakers. Attendees are required to purchase at least one food or drink item at the venue and are expected to adhere to a smart casual dress code.
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Humanist Ottawa hosts a social billiards night designed to facilitate meeting new people in a casual setting. Participants engage in friendly 2v2 matches with rotating teams, fostering a relaxed and non-competitive atmosphere. This event is open to individuals of all skill levels and emphasizes conversation and social connection. A fee of $15 is required to cover table bookings and event expenses.
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The Myeloma Canada Ride is a charity cycling event dedicated to raising funds for research, patient care, and awareness regarding multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. Participants can choose between a short 28.9 km route or a long 57.6 km route. Registration through the official Myeloma Canada website is required, and the event is limited to individuals aged 18 years and older. Fundraising and donations support the ongoing effort to find a cure and improve the lives of those affected by the disease.
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This tennis meetup is intended for players with a skill level between 2.5 and 3.5. Participants are expected to self-rate using provided tennis guidelines. The event requires a $5 annual membership fee and a one-time $5 ball fee, which must be paid prior to participation. Participants are expected to commit to their RSVP, avoid last-minute cancellations, and refrain from attending if feeling unwell.
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WoSEC Ottawa hosts a gathering for professionals to engage in networking and discussion. Building on previous conversations regarding Large Language Models (LLMs), this event provides a forum for members to share insights and connect.
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This beach volleyball event caters to all skill levels. Two nets are provided, with one designated for competitive or intermediate players and the other for recreational or beginner participants. Participants are encouraged to socialize or bring additional beach games while waiting. The event is weather-dependent and restricted to individuals aged 18 and older.
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This event celebrates Chinese culture through a variety of traditional performances, live music, and street food offerings. Attendees can explore different kiosks and interact with vendors and other participants.
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Participants bring 1-2 physical books to trade with others. The event features a group circle where attendees present their books, sharing brief summaries and genres. Afterward, participants select books to take home. Priority for contested titles is granted to regular attendees and those who have acquired fewer books.
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The discussion centers on "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt, exploring the novel's themes and comparing the text to the Netflix adaptation. Future readings include "Project Hail Mary" by Andy Weir for June and "The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans for July.
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Speed dating for ages 30-45 provides a structured environment for individuals to meet. Participants rotate between stations for five-minute conversations. Following these interactions, attendees submit a form indicating interest in potential matches, with results provided within 24 hours. Each admission includes one complimentary drink.
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The Ottawa Horror Book Club is a community group for horror literature enthusiasts. Members meet to discuss selected horror books, share thoughts, theories, and favorite moments within the genre.
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This event provides a space for board game enthusiasts to gather and play. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own games to share with others, supplementing the selection provided by the organizers. Participants are expected to support the venue by purchasing food and beverages.
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A regular social gathering for playing American-style Mahjong.
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This session is designed for individuals new to the board game Faiyum. Participants will receive instruction on the core ruleset and guidance through their initial gameplay.
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This community yoga event begins with an informal meet and greet before transitioning into a standard yoga session lasting approximately 50 minutes. Participants are encouraged to bring their own mat or towel. Following the yoga session, members may engage in informal social activities, such as playing games with frisbees, lawn games, or board games. Attendees interested in leading the yoga practice are encouraged to coordinate with the organizer.
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This event serves as a wrap-up session for a book club before their summer break. Participants are invited to share their reading lists and engage in a book exchange. Attendees are encouraged to bring books they wish to trade. Following the discussion, there is an opportunity to purchase books with a provided discount or continue the conversation at a nearby venue. A small fee is required to cover the use of the private meeting space.
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This event, the fifth edition of The Table, focuses on discussing ideas that carry social risk, tension, or contradiction. Participants submit anonymous statements in advance, a selection of which are chosen for group discussion. The format involves private reflection, a short defense of the selected idea by a participant, and a group dialogue to explore perspectives. The goal is to facilitate intellectual curiosity and thoughtful disagreement, emphasizing inquiry over performative arguments.
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This event is a philosophical discussion group exploring the complexities of political equality and the foundations of democracy. Participants will examine the dilemma of whether democratic governance, based on equal voting rights, can effectively manage society, or if it risks ignoring differences in knowledge or succumbing to manipulation. The session addresses the relationship between economic inequality and democratic participation, the legitimacy versus wisdom of democratic decisions, and how to restore the meaning of political equality beyond simple voting.
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This session explores the Law of Polarity, the concept that everything exists on a spectrum of connected opposites. Participants will discuss how recognizing these ranges helps shift personal responses to various experiences. The session includes reflection, group dialogue, and practices to foster internal shifts along the continuum of experiences such as stress and calm.
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A social gathering for food, drinks, and conversation prior to a movie screening.
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A recurring meetup for individuals building products, coding, designing, or learning new skills. The event provides a space for community and momentum, featuring a round-table update session followed by dedicated time for individual project work.
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A monthly social gathering for skeptics, atheists, humanists, freethinkers, and those interested in critical thinking. The event provides a space for participants to engage in thoughtful conversation and share ideas in a casual social environment. It is hosted by Humanist Ottawa and the Centre for Inquiry Canada to foster a community of individuals interested in rational inquiry.
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The film is an adaptation of Kane Parsons’ popular found-footage YouTube series. It spans 1 hour and 45 minutes and follows characters who discover a mysterious doorway in a furniture showroom, leading them into an endless, echoing labyrinth known as the Backrooms.
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This monthly film series presents a selection of cult classic bad movies for audience enjoyment. The program focuses on cinematic misadventures that are intentionally chosen for their entertaining, low-quality nature.
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A community gathering for board game enthusiasts of all skill levels. Attendees can play popular titles such as Codenames, Sushi Go, Azul, and Settlers of Catan, or bring their own games to share. Organizers provide instruction for new players. The event is held at a venue where purchasing food or drinks is encouraged to support the host.
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This is a recurring outdoor knitting and crafting gathering where participants bring their own projects. A community supply bag is available for use if requested in advance. All participants are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to attend.
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A book club discussion focused on the mystery novel A Study in Crimson by Robert Harris. Participants engage in conversations regarding the plot and themes of the selection.
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This Capture The Flag (CTF) event, organized in collaboration with Hack The Box, offers a multi-domain security challenge for participants of all skill levels. The competition features tiered objectives ranging from entry-level to advanced complexity, designed to test technical skills in a dynamic environment. Participants are expected to bring their own hardware and software tools to tackle the challenges and engage with the cybersecurity community.
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The Standard offers dining services featuring two distinct menu options. The establishment includes Stay Gold, specializing in Detroit-style pizza. This dining opportunity is open to the general public.
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This event is a board game gathering for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Participants have access to a game library, and on-site hosts are available to teach new games. Plant-based snacks and drinks are provided.
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Jeff Rogers and Jamie Holmes present a collaborative musical performance combining piano and rhythmic elements. The duo delivers a high-energy show featuring soulful grooves and classic singalongs, emphasizing spontaneous musical interactions and crowd engagement to create an intimate atmosphere.
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A social event for people in their 20s and 30s focused on meeting new people through facilitated icebreakers and bingo games. Attendees are encouraged to dress in smart casual attire and are required to make at least one food or drink purchase at the venue.
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Nature Nocturne features music, dancing, themed color zones, and interactive museum exhibits. Participants are encouraged to dress in vibrant colors to match the event theme.
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Volunteers assist in the preparation and serving of meals for the homeless and impoverished clients of Shepherds of Good Hope. Depending on volunteer turnout, additional tasks may include sorting donations and breakfast preparation. Volunteers must adhere to safety and conduct guidelines, including wearing closed-toe shoes, maintaining professional boundaries with service recipients, and dressing appropriately.
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A recurring monthly social gathering focused on casual conversation and meeting new people in a relaxed, pressure-free environment. This event aims to build community connections without romantic expectations, with locations rotating to explore different local venues.
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Participants wander through the neighborhood to capture photographs, with the creative twist of inventing humorous and arbitrary award categories for their submissions. The activity emphasizes exploration, conversation, and noticing small details in the environment. No prior photography experience or professional equipment is required, and attendees are encouraged to participate regardless of their social or photography style. The event encourages a low-pressure, casual pace that allows for spontaneous stops to appreciate local architecture, murals, or shops. After the walk, participants may submit their photos along with their self-determined, imaginative categories to share with the group.
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Participants engage in a casual hike along the forest and wetland trails of Mud Lake while practicing conversational French. The gathering offers an environment for individuals of all language levels to meet, interact with nature, and socialize in a relaxed setting.
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Participants engage in discussions on philosophical topics in French to sharpen critical thinking skills and practice language proficiency. The group is held in a conversational setting, with a recommended French proficiency level of B1.
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Franco-Anglo is a social language exchange activity pairing fluent English and French speakers to practice their second language skills. Participants engage in 15-minute conversation sessions, alternating between French and English, with six different partners per session. This format, similar to speed-dating, focuses on conversational practice and connecting with others in a social environment rather than formal instruction.
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This event is a facilitated social gathering for individuals in their 20s and 30s to meet new people. Participants engage in structured icebreaker activities to facilitate interaction. The format encourages group-focused conversation, and attendees are required to support the host venue by purchasing food or drinks.
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The Ottawa Voyageurs Walking Club organizes walks in the Canterbury neighbourhood. Participants can choose between 5 km and 10 km routes. A small fee is required to cover insurance and administrative expenses.
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This session provides a structured environment for new and experienced players to create characters for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. Participants can utilize options from any official 5e publications, following the standard array or point buy methods for starting statistics. It is recommended that attendees bring their own materials, though official digital resources are available for use. Minors must be accompanied by an adult, and attendees are required to manage their own venue fees and RSVP through the established system.
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