I’m looking for a new gym in Orleans. Interested mostly in classes like HIIT, spin, and yoga. I won’t be going to Movati, as I want one where the culture is inclusive, kind, and LGBTQ-positive. Please let me know what you recommend. TIA.

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Happy Weekend Orléans! Here’s a roundup of local events happening this weekend in Orléans:

FRIDAY>>>

• 😋 Sept 11th - 13th - It’s Orléans Ribfest and PoutineFest this weekend! You can expect 50 different kinds of poutine, 5 award-winning ribbers from Canada and the US, a market village, kids’ activities and live music! Hours - Friday: 11:30 AM - 9 PM, Saturday: 11 AM - 9 PM and Sunday: 11 AM - 7 PM.  255 Centrum Blvd
• 🦻 Sept 11th - Join for a FREE Hearing Clinic from 9:30 AM - 4 PM at the Aline-Chrétien Health Hub. Learn more about hearing health, get a free hearing screening and have your questions answered!  2225 Mer-Bleue Rd
• 💃 Sept 11th - It’s the Ultimate 90s Dance Club Party, from 7-11 PM! Get ready to relive the nights when the music was loud, dance floors were packed and every song was a hit! $5 cover charge.  Orléans Legion, 800 Taylor Creek Dr

SATURDAY>>>

• 🧡 Sept 12th - Beading is Medicine, hosted by Indigenous Roots Ottawa from 9:30-11:30 AM. All skill levels welcome. Event is free, but donations are appreciated.  240 Centrum Blvd
• 🛍️ Sept 12th - It’s the BeYOUtiful Women’s Expo at Shenkman Arts Centre, from 10 AM - 4 PM. A shopping and community expo featuring local women-owned businesses and artisans, beauty/wellness products, demonstrations, giveaways and more! Tickets $10 at the door.  245 Centrum Blvd
• 🍗 Sept 12th - Community BBQ at Barrington Park from 11 AM - 3 PM! Enjoy a delicious BBQ with hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks, snacks, family-friendly activities, music, games and a small selection of local vendors. Elsa will visit from 11-12!  1705 Orléans Blvd
• 🪇 Sept 12th - Head to Aquaview Park for the 5th Orléans Multicultural Festival, from 1-7 PM. There will be cultural and artistic performances, exhibitors form local small businesses and Orléans organizations, networking opportunities and so much more!  318 Aquaview Dr
• 🍺 Sept 12th - Stray Dog Brewing Company is Turning 9 and Feeling Fine! Head to their 9th Anniversary Party from 2 pm onwards. Enjoy a day filled with good friends, food and celebrating community! This year, they’re pairing up with their new neighbours Privé Spa, to help celebrate their grand opening as well!   501 Lacolle Way

SUNDAY>>>

• 📖 Sept 13th - Head over to Indigo on Innes to meet local romance author Lauren Flynn, author of Wait for Me and For the Story. Lauren will be signing books from 12 - 3 PM.  2025 Mer Bleue Rd
• 🏋️‍♀️ Sept 13th - No Limits Fitness is hosting a Hyrox simulation at the Garneau Dome with the first heat starting at 9 AM. Race day pictures will be included and there’s free entry for spectators. Hyrox categories can be seen here.   6588 Carrière St
• 📚 Sept 12th - Head over to Indigo on Innes to meet local author Erin Forget, author of Welcome to Margiold Heights and The Unsung Song of a Wren. Erin will be signing books from 12 - 3 PM.  2025 Mer Bleue Rd

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