Snowblower 2015 Events Listing
Snowblower 2015 Events
| Event Name | Snowblower Info Fair and ACO Open House |
| Date | Monday, February 9th |
| Time | 5:00 – 8:00pm |
| Location | AIDS Committee of Ottawa, 19 Main Street |
| Description/Cost | ACOs grand opening of 19 Main Street in collaboration with Snowblower info fair. No cost. |
| Contact info | Caleb Chepesiuk, 613-238-5014 ext. 252 or caleb@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | The Power of Saying Yes “Healing Power of Erotic Energy” |
| Date | Tuesday, February 10th |
| Time | 6:30 – 8:30 pm |
| Location | ARTS Court, Courtroom |
| Description/Cost | An intimate conversation – Roger Galipeau – a holistic therapist and teacher.The power of Yes – a way to fully embrace and accept your Eros.Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be fulfilled erotically?This two hour session is focused on introducing the concept of love – loving yourself, loving your partner, understanding and expressing your desires and being able to tell someone your secret wishes.The lesson is based on how to yourself and making steps to greater intimacy and satisfaction within yourself.Everyone is welcome though seating is limited, please RSVP |
| Contact info | Grant Cobb, 613-238-5014 ext. 224 grant@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | Trans Men’s Workshop |
| Date | Tuesday, February 10th |
| Time | 5:30 to 7:00pm |
| Location | ARTS Court, The Library |
| Description/Cost | Fucking QT guysWant to talk about how to navigate sex / dating with queer trans (QT) guys? Are you a trans man who has sex with men? Is your lover / partner / fuckbuddy a QT guy? Are you crushing on that QT babe and want to know how to treat him respectfully? In this workshop, we’ll discuss the ways to manage risks around sex, and build better relationships, communication, and fucking, within MSM communities!**This workshop is open to everyone, but is centered on queer/gay/bi trans guys. These are imperfect and broad terms and include anyone who feels their experiences or identities are affiliated with this. |
| Contact info | Claire Touchette, 613-238-5014 ext. 235, claire@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | Queering Black History |
| Date | Wednesday, February 11th |
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| Location | Arts Court |
| Description/Cost | A photography exhibit and panel discussion celebrating the contributions of queer black leaders |
| Contact info | Preet Bhogal, 613-238-5014 ext. 236, preet@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | Wabano Event |
| Date | Thursday, February 12th |
| Time | 1-3pm |
| Location | ARTS Court, The Library |
| Description/Cost | Everyone welcome. |
| Contact info | Heather Money, 613-238-5014 ext. 242, heather@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | Ottawa Wolves Movie Night |
| Date | Thursday, February 12th |
| Time | 6:30-8pm |
| Location | ARTS Court, The Library |
| Description/Cost | The Ottawa Wolves host “Go Dragons! A Rugby Story,” which follows a season in the life of the Chicago Dragons, a gay rugby team in a straight Midwestern league. No Cost |
| Contact info | Derek Cassidy, 613-238-5014 ext. 232, derek@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | SHAG Cupid with Youth Services Bureau |
| Date | Tuesday, February 10th |
| Time | 1:00 to 4:30pm |
| Location | YSB Drop-in, 147 Besserer Street, Ottawa |
| Description/Cost | The Sexual Health Advisory Group (SHAG) enthusiastically invites all youth ages 16 to 24 of any gender or sexual identity/orientation to join us for our 6th annual SHAG Cupid, a totally FREE event. This sex positive afternoon will feature great music, a workshop from Venus Envy on ‘How to Hook up’ our now-traditional warm and fuzzy compliments center, and a cookie decorating station.Food and cupcakes provided! So many delicious choices! Did we mention the chocolate fondue pot? It’s going to be there.This for-youth and by-youth afternoon will be held at the Youth Services Bureau drop in from 1 pm to 4:30. |
| Contact info | Alisa McClain, 613-241-7788 ext. 413, amcclain@ysb.on.ca |
| Event Name | PEP/Prep Information Session |
| Date | Thursday, February 12th |
| Time | 6:30-8pm |
| Location | Gay Zone |
| Description/Cost | Patrick O’Byrne presents on PrEP and PEP, which are medications taken by someone who is HIV-negative before (PrEP) or after (PEP) contact with HIV to help prevent infection. |
| Contact info | Derek Cassidy, 613-238-5014 ext. 232, derek@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | Queer Mafia and ACO present Pop |
| Date | Friday, February 13th |
| Time | 10 pm |
| Location | SAW Gallery |
| Description/Cost | $10.00 or pay what you can? |
| Contact info | Preet Bhogal, 613-238-5014 ext. 236, preet@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | Sex Toys for Queer Boys |
| Date | Tuesday, February 10th |
| Time | 7:30 to 9:00 pm |
| Location | ARTS Court, Library |
| Description/Cost | Toys for Queer Boys offers a look at the wonderful world of sex toys geared specifically towards boys who do boys! We’ll talk about anal toys, masturbators, cock toys, lube, and some sensation and kinky toys. Discussion will include a refresher on anatomies and safer toy play. Open to all men of all histories and identities! |
| Contact info | Derek Cassidy, 613-238-5014 ext. 232, derek@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | Snowblower Gala |
| Date | Saturday, February the 14th |
| Time | 8:00pm |
| Location | Royal Canadian Legion, 330 Kent Street |
| Description/Cost | Performances by Mz. Snowblower 2014 Dixie Landers and other local Ottawa talent. |
| Contact info | Heather Money, 613-238-5014 ext. 242, heather@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | Curling with the Rainbow Rockers |
| Date | Sunday, February 15th |
| Time | 1-3pm |
| Location | Ottawa Curling Club, 440 O’Connor St. |
| Description/Cost | FREE |
| Contact info | JP Bergeron, 613-238-5014 ext. 223, JP@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | A conversation about Magnetic Relationships- PEP and Prep |
| Date | Saturday, February 14th |
| Time | 2-4pm |
| Location | ACO, 19 Main Street |
| Description/Cost | In this world when HIV news is focused on science, law, blame and stigma, it is rare to have conversations of loving sex between HIV positive (poz) and HIV negative partners.Those who have had a positive diagnosis and those who love us are often silenced by the shouting ignorance of fear and hate.Magnetic Relationships will encourage a discussion of love, sex, risk and a little bit of science. We hope to grow beyond false barriers and challenge ignorance.Valentine’s day, romantic treats, water, tea, coffee, chocolates $150 |
| Contact info | Grant Cobb, 613-238-5014 ext. 224, grant@aco-cso.ca |
| Event Name | Family Day with Family Services of Ottawa, Ten Oakes and ACO |
| Date | Monday, February 16th |
| Time | 2-5pm |
| Location | The Living Room @ The AIDS Committee of Ottawa |
| Description/Cost | Come and celebrate your LGBTQ family with us! We will be hosting story time with volunteers from Camp Ten Oaks and Family Services Ottawa. Light refreshments and kid friendly snacks will be available. Family Day (Feb. 16th) 2-5pm at ACO’s new space! (19 Main St) |
| Contact info | Claire Touchette, 613-238-5014 ext. 235, claire@aco-cso.ca |
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