This first weekend of April brings warmer weather and the passing of annual prankster day. With all the festival lineups being released, it finally feels like the fun can start. This weekend is an excellent opportunity to pick up something new with a Bubble Soccer Tourament, Glass Blowing and free hot dog parties.
Thursday evening marks Fringe Festivals annual Stiff Quickies fundraiser. This collection of short films, tall drinks and deep pockets is the primary fundraiser for Fringe Festival and takes place at Arts Court with some of the best local filmmakers like Ray Besharah, Pascal Huot, and Corey Thibert among others screening their shorts. If films aren’t your thing, walk around the corner to Mugshots and take in some Simpson’s Trivia. Teams can be 1-4 people and only cost $4/team. House of Targ is having their Rock n’ Roll Hot Dog Party starting at 9pm with no cover, free hot dogs and awesome records played all night long.
Friday night, Monday I Retire takes the stage alongside Suits & Toques and Static Gold at The Rainbow. Check back this pm for our interview with the band. Mugshots is hosting The Vinyl Frontier where everyone can bring 1-2 records to play the songs they want. This is their fourth Bring Your Own Vinyl night and has no cover at the door.
Algonquin College is having a Bubble Soccer Tournament Saturday afternoon. Each player is guaranteed at least 2 games in the tournament, and this amazingly fun new sport runs only 20 minute games. Proceeds from the tournament go to the John Howard Society. Handmade Bride is having their Love, Handmade. Wedding Show at Memorial Hall. Handmade Bride might be one of the most interesting bridal shops in the city and is full of vintage, organic and handcrafted dresses made from handed-down gowns.
Saturday night, Mugshot’s has Fryquency, a pay what you can all ages event that runs monthly. This months edition hosts Del Bel, Scattered Clouds, and Year of Glad. The Delta Hotel is hosting a Culture Chic Affair promoting local businesses that cater to the African, Caribbean and other major cultures within the city and nationwide. IFCO is also having a screening of their newest filmmakers during I’m A Filmmaka! at Arts Court for 7pm.
Finally, Sunday has Flo’s Glassblowing holding demonstrations and a gallery sale in celebration of their 4th year. Raw Sugar Cafe hosts Brew-Ha-Ha, a monthly music and comedy event featuring some of the funniest open mic material around.
Make sure to take snapshots of all your fun for Apt613’s #apt613wknd project showing the city’s most exciting activities.
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Les suggestions Basement 819
Les semaines se suivent et se ressemblent dans la région de la capitale nationale. On peine parfois à y croire mais on se rend bien compte que les événements abondent dans tous les sens ! Voici nos suggestions, buvez-en tous !
Ce Vendredi saint, le collectif FAU Mardi présente l’événement FAU SAINT, un spectacle audio-visuel magique qui mettra en vedette certain des meilleurs talents de la région. Pour vivre cette expérience multimédia, dirigez-vous au Studio Daïmon dès 20h. Parmi les artistes invités, Sylvain Pohu, compositeur, improvisateur et guitariste présentera son oeuvre Feedback – Rabieto offrira du hip hop instrumental original – Ida Toninato, saxophoniste de Strasbourg agrémentera également la soirée. Le visuel nous sera offert par les VJs Daisy, Sacha V et Bourg. Le plus intéressant dans toute cette histoire : l’événement est gratuit!
Samedi soir le centre-ville de Gatineau vibrera au son du Rap Québécois. Les gars de Loud Lary Ajust seront en ville pour nous pour nous offrir un spectacle percutant au Bistro au cœur du Vieux-Hull . La première partie de ce spectacle festif sera assurée par les groupes locaux Righteous, Le Grimaud et J.u.D. Vous allez fort probablement vous laisser emporter par la vibe festive !
Les 2-3 et 4 avril, vous pourrez agrémenter votre garde-robe de morceaux griffés pour pas cher! La Grande Braderie de la mode québécoise s’arrête à Gatineau à l’hôtel Hilton du Lac Leamy. Plus de cinquante designers participent à l’événement et surtout, tout est vendu en mode liquidation de 50 % jusqu’à 80 % de rabais. Suivez l’événement sur Facebook et consultez le site pour tout savoir sur les designers participants.
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