The Hilarious House Of TARGenstein: Issue #7 of TARG zine

Halloween is obviously our favourite time of year and we are celebrating with a 20 page edition of TARG zine. The cover features some fantastic illustrations by Ottawa Horror Master Jennie Lynn MacDonald. Inside there’s Info about our new weekend hours and Rustic Brunch, Young Felix reviews one of the most evil records ever made, Slo’ Tom shares some advice for bands, THE picture of Jeff is back in his column “Ska Jeff’s Hi Fives” plus a hilarious interview with BA Johnston, Yogi's Perogram will guide you through all 21 concerts we have planned for October and also . … hey why not stop reading this and grab you copy at House Of TARG or download PDF copy

The Hilarious House of Frightenstein, a whacked 1971 Canadian kids TV show was the inspiration for the zine this month. Take a trip down memory lane or have your mind blown for the first time with this first episode.

Back To Old Skool: The September issue of TARG zine is out!

It’s always depressing when summer draws to a close but we have some whimsical content in our 6th edition of TARG zine to soften the blow.

Start by trying to connect the high school yearbook photos on the cover with the present day faces of TARG wizards... yes we are willing to embarrass ourselves for your amusement.

Also in this edition: Young Felix reviews “Rust in Piece” in his internationally acclaimed column “Classic Albums Reviewed By A Millennial”, a hilarious first day of school comic in our pal Curtis’ “The Adventures Of TARG” series, an Arcade SAT test (complete with those annoying little circles you have to fill in perfectly), back to school fashion tips, an adorable colouring page by Elixir Wizard Jennilee, new advances from the wizards in the TARG kitchen + info about the eclectic line-up of concerts we have planned for September that will satisfy all music tastes. See you at TARG.

Drop by the arcade to grab a copy or download the PDF version here.

A New Cabinet Has Entered the Ring! STREET FIGHTER 2 Now At House of TARG

Do you guys have STREET FIGHTER 2? When are you guys gonna get STREET FIGHTER 2? Man I wish you guy guys would get STREET FIGHTER 2. These were VERY common quotes from many House of TARG patrons... up until now, because we finally have a STREET FIGHTER 2 machine in the arcade. Fan's of the game are hardcore so what better way to introduce our newest game than with a short essay by one such fan.

Read some thoughts by our pal Adam about what makes this game so killer and its social significance. 

August Invasion: Hear The World At House Of TARG

Our concert promoters & programmers work hard to bring you the best Punk, Metal & Indie bands we can get. The TARG August calendar is packed full of great shows featuring acts from: Japan, the U.K., Texas, L.A., Calgary, Toronto, Moncton & of course some of our fave local heroes. I guess Ottawa ain't so boring after all.


Dream Big with the August Edition of TARG zine

Well issue #5 is out and the pages tell the tale of a very busy & action packed August at House Of TARG. We have bands coming from Japan, the U.K., from all over the U.S.A plus a whack load of hard working locals. 

Other features include: a review of Iron Maiden's "Number of the Beast" in our popular "Classic Albums Reviewed by a Millennial", an interview with Barenaked Ladies frontman & pinball nut Ed Robertson, a very Zexy pin up and a new colouring page.

Drop by the arcade to grab a copy or download the PDF version here.

The July Edition Of TARG Is Now Available

The 4th edition of our zine is available to download now and can picked up around town and at the arcade starting tomorrow. The July edition has some new features including an advice column called "Ask The Wizard". There is also a sweet Mothers Children pin up, just in time to spruce up your summer school locker.  July at House Of TARG is packed with crazy good concerts so grab yer copy of TARG and start planning your weekends.  

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Ottawa Explosion Weekend 2014

Thurs June 12 - Sun June 15

Ottawa Explosion Weekend is the hi-lite of the year for those who enjoy celebrating independent music in the punk/garage/hardcore/weirdo vein. This amazing annual music festival is organized by a small group of smart, lovely & motivated folks with help from a tireless army of volunteers. 

The 2014 instalment of this good times machine features 80+ bands from all over canada & the US playing at 9 of Ottawa's best music venues between Thurs June 12 - Sun June 15. (I sure hope you booked some time off work.)

House of TARG is stoked to join in on the fun by hosting 4 of these dynamite OXW events including the Arcade FreePlay wrap party with DJ KJ Maxx on Sunday June 15. All of the House Of TARG OXW events are only 5 bucks after 9pm and free when you fist pump your Ottawa Explosion Weekend bracelet at the door. 

PS - Don't forget to eat during all of the excitement. Our perogie kitchen is open between 5pm & 9pm Thurs - Sun to help keep you alive.

House of TARG OXW events

Ottawa Explosion Weekend Schedule/Info 

Ottawa Explosion Facebook Event

The June Edition Of TARG Has Hit The Streets Of Ottawa

The 3rd edition of TARG - the House Of TARG zine in now available at our beloved arcade & at over 80 cool businesses around Ottawa including: Dave's Drum Shop, Spaceman Music & Birdman Sound.

The June instalment features content like: Sub Zero Guitar Heroes, How To Babysit At An Arcade, Pinball Etiquette 101, The Bruised Tongue Scene Report, Classic Arcade World Records, a nifty crossword puzzle + our concert listings for the month. Pick one up at The House Of TARG or keep your eyes peeled during one of your Ottawa shuffles.

Download The PDF Version Here (6mb)