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LOLA’S FEST OTTAWA 2023

Lola’s Kitchen Filipino cuisine is hosting a one of a kind festival that focuses on empowering the community through Hip Hop and Filipino culture.

When: August 13, 2023
Time: 11:00AM – 4:00PM
Where: 271 Marier Ave, Ottawa (Vanier Community Hub)

SCHEDULE

11:00 – 12:30 FILIPINO STREET GAMES HOSTED BY CARLETON U & OTTAWA U FILIPINO STUDENTS ASSOCIATION

12:30-1240 TINIKLING PRESENTATION by Philippine Dance Troupe

1240-1:00 OPEN CYPHER

1:00-1:45 DANCE BATTLES PRE-LIMS

2:30-4:00 DANCE BATTLES BEGIN

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FWD MOVEMENTS presents

STREET DANCE BATTLES

1 vs 1 All Styles dance battle
Open registration starts in person 11AM
PRE-LIMS starts 1pm

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ArRay of Words presents

SPOKEN WORDS

Ray Guillermo (AKA Array-of Words): a Canadian Festival of Spoken Word finalist with the Kingston Pen Slam team. He has traveled extensively with his poetry, from Canada to South America. Array-of Words is the current director of the Ottawa Youth Poetry Slam.

He will be giving away FREE workshops for the youth
Registration starts at 11:00AM at Array of words tent. (Limited spots only)

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Paint with Mal presents

Painting workshop with Mal

FREE painting workshop for the youth.
Registration starts 11am (Limited spots)

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Carleton University and University of Ottawa Filipino student association presents

Filipino fiesta games

Join Carleton and Ottawa U Filipino student association as they demonstrate traditional Filipino fiesta games from the Philippines.

Registration in person starts at 11AM (All ages and kids friendly)

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Lola’s Kitchen presents

Filipino street food , drinks and desserts

Filipino street food by Lola’s Kitchen team

MENU:

BBQ Chicken Skewers
Mango salad
Sago at gulaman
Halo Halo

(More items will be announced soon)

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Cancer fundraiser and hair donation

Christian and Clare Cancer Fundraiser & Hair Donation

During Lola’s Fest, Christian and Clare will be cutting their hair to donate it for a cause close to their hearts. They will be raising funds the Canadian Cancer Society, an organization that works tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of those affected by cancer. By donating their hair and collecting donations we hope to bring a ray of hope and support to those undergoing cancer treatments.

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Philippine Dance Troupe of Ottawa presents

Filipino folk dance presentation and workshop

If you have a passion for Philippine culture and the arts, find yourself tapping your feet when you’re watching cultural shows and wanting to be a performer, this is for YOU!

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Prophetic Cutz presents

Prophetic Cutz giving FREE haircuts for the youth

Come and enjoy a FREE haircut from a community driven barbershop : Prophetic Cutz .  Due to high demand, it will be first come first serve and we can only serve limited amounts of people.

Our purpose is to empower the Vanier and the whole Ottawa community through arts and culture.

Everyone is invited to join us in this celebration!

*There will be Filipino street food and desserts available at the festival ($).

OUR PARTNERS

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When: August 13, 2023
Time: 11:00AM – 4:00PM
Where: 271 Marier Ave, Ottawa (Vanier Community Hub)

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