15 October 2015 / #weekly OttawaStart's Weekly Event Round-Up: October 15-21_ Our crowdsourced list of the best events in Ottawa this week. You can find even more events on our Ottawa Event Calendar . _** Thursday, October 15: natureTASTES: beer ** Discover the botanical diversity at play inside every sip of beer, whiskey, wine, and gin, in a series of tutored tastings led by Museum experts. On October 15, join botanist Paul Sokoloff and some of the best loved names in local craft beer for a whole new look at—and taste of— what’s going on inside your favourite pint. Representatives from Beau’s, Big Rig, Mill Street and Kichesippi breweries will answer questions while presenting their proudest offerings. The samples are paired with edibles that enhance the unique characteristics of each beer. _ (Sponsored) _ ** Friday, October 16: Ottawa International Film Festival ** The 2015 OIFF is being held from Friday, October 16 to Sunday, October 18 at various locations in the downtown core. This annual event now in its 6th year, which is the largest of its kind in North America, will feature a great lineup of screenings, workshops, presentations and a panel conference series for film buffs and art lovers alike. What’s more, the opening night will feature the one and only Maestro Fresh Wes and Ottawa’s own DJ So Nice. _ – Eliane Laberge, Eventful Capital _ ** Friday-Sunday, October 16-18 (and October 23-25): African Film Festival of Ottawa ** The inaugural African Film Festival of Ottawa brings some impressive contemporary films from the continent. Established and emerging filmmakers tell engaging, complex stories—like Friday’s Africa Paradise (Benin), Sylvestre Amoussou’s satire in which Europeans try to immigrate to a thriving West Africa. _ – Denise Deby , Green Living Ottawa _ ** Saturday, October 17: 613 Flea ** A great flea/vintage market inside Aberdeen Pavillion at Lansdowne - tons of clothes, vintage goods, and even food and treats! _ – Laura Gauthier _ ** Saturday, October 17: ** ** Makers Pop-Up Bazaar ** The Freewheeling Curator is having a Makers Pop-Up Bazaar this Saturday at Maker Space North. From tasty treats to beautiful handmade jewelry, DIY utilities, & independently-designed clothing and baby apparel, there will be over 40 vendors and something for everyone’s tastes. A lively marketplace for you to connect with creative entrepreneurs in the community! _ – Eliane Laberge, Eventful Capital _ ** Saturday, October 17: Saint Clare, Run Coyote, and Ballad Fiasco @ House of TARG ** Awesome music and perogies? I’m there! _ – Laura Gauthier _ ** Saturday, October 17: kick IT a dance club for kids ** Why should grown-ups get to have all the fun? Kids wanna dance too.Centrepointe Theatres Presents kick IT- a dance club for kids is Officially the Hottest Party in Town.Take your kids for an active afternoon of moovin' and groovin'. What started as two kick IT events during our 2013/14 season quickly became three. All sold out so fast that we made sure to add one more this season for a grand total of four kick IT events in our 2015/16 season! The Centrepointe Studio Theatre will once again be converted into the afternoon dance club for four to ten year olds – a place where kids can let loose and show off their moves or even learn new ones from our enthusiastic in-house dance crew. _ – Sara-Lynne Levine, Macaroni Kid Ottawa _ ** Sunday, October 18: ** ** Plaid Parade ** Do you ever wish that you had the opportunity to rock your plaid shirts and accessories for everyone to see while riding your bike? Well, you have the chance to do just that at Ottawa’s fourth annual Plaid Parade taking place this Sunday, October 18. Orga encourage people to bring their bikes ti Lansdowne and show-off their best plaid pieces for a ride around the city. _ – Eliane Laberge, Eventful Capital _ ** Monday, October 19: Board Game Night for ALSO at Loft ** After you vote - head on over to the Loft Board Game Lounge and play some awesome games. The $5 stay and play fee is donated to local literacy group ALSO. _ – Laura Gauthier _ ** Tuesday, October 20: Blue Mondays Presents Lit or Treat ** With Chris Johnson, Cafe Nostalgica, 601 Cumberland, 8:30pm. Enjoy the words of this up and coming young poet, former editor of In/Words magazine, along with fine music. Cafe Nostalgica is a high-spirited venue that will put you in a good mood. Take part in the scary story contest. _ – Amanda Earl , Bywords _ ** More suggestions: ** * [ Pumpkin Inferno at Upper Canada Village ](http://ottawastart.com/events/pumpkin-inferno-at-upper-canada-village/) - Thursday, October 1 - Sunday, November 1 - 12:00 am * [ Annual Biology Butterfly Show ](http://ottawastart.com/events/annual-biology-butterfly-show/) - Saturday, October 3 - Monday, October 12 - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm * [ Point of View:Fundraiser Art Opening for Ottawa Riverkeepers ](http://ottawastart.com/events/point-of-viewfundraiser-art-opening-for-ottawa-riverkeepers/) - Thursday, October 8 - 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm * [ Talk - Franklin's Lost Ships ](http://ottawastart.com/events/talk-franklins-lost-ships/) - Thursday, October 8 - 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm * [ Kanata Beer & Spirit Festival ](http://ottawastart.com/events/kanata-beer-spirit-festival/) - Friday, October 9 - Saturday, October 10 - 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm * [ The Haunted Historic Village ](http://ottawastart.com/events/the-haunted-historic-village/) - Friday, October 9 - Friday, October 30 - 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm * [ Crown and Pumpkin Studio Tour ](http://ottawastart.com/events/crown-and-pumpkin-studio-tour/) - Saturday, October 10 - Monday, October 12 - 10:00 am - 5:00 pm * [ Zombie Walk for Hunger ](http://ottawastart.com/events/zombie-walk-for-hunger/) - Saturday, October 10 - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm * [ Heritage Ottawa Free Public Lecture - Reinventing Building 94: The new Canadian Agriculture and Food Museum ](http://ottawastart.com/events/heritage-ottawa-free-public-lecture-reinventing-building-94-the-new-canadian-agriculture-and-food-museum/) - Wednesday, October 14 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm _ ** Upcoming… ** _ * [ Pumpkin Inferno at Upper Canada Village ](http://ottawastart.com/events/pumpkin-inferno-at-upper-canada-village/) - Thursday, October 1 - Sunday, November 1 * [ Haunted Historic Village ](http://ottawastart.com/events/haunted-historic-village/) - Friday, October 9 - Friday, October 30 - 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm * [ The Haunted Historic Village ](http://ottawastart.com/events/the-haunted-historic-village/) - Friday, October 9 - Friday, October 30 - 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm * [ Heritage Ottawa Free Public Lecture - Reinventing Building 94: The new Canadian Agriculture and Food Museum ](http://ottawastart.com/events/heritage-ottawa-free-public-lecture-reinventing-building-94-the-new-canadian-agriculture-and-food-museum/) - Wednesday, October 14 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm * [ Merrickville's 5th Annual Jazz Fest ](http://ottawastart.com/events/merrickvilles-5th-annual-jazz-fest/) - Thursday, October 15 - Sunday, October 18 - All Day * [ Evidence for Democracy's Ottawa West-Nepean Sci-Tech Debate ](http://ottawastart.com/events/evidence-for-democracys-ottawa-west-nepean-sci-tech-debate/) - Friday, October 16 - 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm * [ Heritage Ottawa Walking Tour - The Glebe: Clemow west of Bank Street ](http://ottawastart.com/events/heritage-ottawa-walking-tour-the-glebe-clemow-west-of-bank-street/) - Sunday, October 18 - 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm * [ Backyard Axe Throwing League (BATL) Free Open Houses ](http://ottawastart.com/events/backyard-axe-throwing-league-batl-free-open-houses/) - Sunday, October 18 - Wednesday, November 11 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm * [ Science Fiction Book Club: The Speed of Dark by Elizabeth Moon. ](http://ottawastart.com/events/science-fiction-book-club-the-speed-of-dark-by-elizabeth-moon/) - Monday, October 19 - 7:15 pm * [ Pressed Zine Rack Turns 3! ](http://ottawastart.com/events/pressed-zine-rack-turns-3/) - Tuesday, October 20 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm * [ TD Ottawa Jazz Festival Auction featuring Basia Bulat ](http://ottawastart.com/events/td-ottawa-jazz-festival-auction-featuring-basia-bulat/) - Thursday, November 19 - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm * [ A Charlie Brown Christmas with The Jerry Granelli Trio ](http://ottawastart.com/events/a-charlie-brown-christmas-with-the-jerry-granelli-trio/) - Thursday, December 3 - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm ** Saturday-Sunday, October 24-25: Ottawa Parent and Child Expo ** A fun and informative weekend for the whole family. Whether you’re a parent or child there’s something for everyone. Join our local exhibitors and parenting experts for a weekend of learning, play and discovery. Meet Dora the Explorer & Diego in person. _ (Sponsored) _ ** Saturday, October 24: Babes4Breasts 2015 Concert ** Babes4Breasts 9thAnnual Benefit Concert Features Juno Award & CFMA Nominated Amanda Rheaume, Jeremy Fisher, Sarah MacDougall, Ana Miura, and Breast Cancer Survivor Oh Susanna. Presented in a songwriter circle, this year’s performance features an incredible roster of musicians on Saturday, October 24that St. Alban’s church, doors open at 7:30 pm doors; 8:00 pm start. Tickets are $25 in advance, or $30 at the door. This will be a spectacular, authentic and intimate evening of music for all to enjoy. Tickets are available online and through select local stores. _ (Sponsored) _ ** Friday, October 30: Music on a Mission - Family Services Ottawa’s Music Trivia Fundraiser ** _ Music on a Mission _ – Family Services Ottawa’s Music Trivia Fundraiser, formerly known as Juke Box Mania, is taking place on Friday, October 30, 2015, at St. Anthony’s Soccer Club, from 6:00 – 11:00 PM. This spectacular game night is also a part of Family Services Ottawa’s milestone 100th Anniversary celebrations. Visit the event website at www.musiconamission.ca . _ (Sponsored) _ _ ** Continuing… ** _ ** Until December 31: Mary Pratt: This Little Painting ** What’s the story behind Red Currant Jelly (1972), which the artist Mary Pratt affectionately calls “this little painting”? See how Pratt developed her technique, which today stands as a defining example of painterly realism in Canada, a style strongly associated with the country’s Atlantic provinces. _ (Sponsored) _ _ For more events, check out ottawastart.com/events/ … or add your event via ottawastart.com/start/ _