Mini Chicken Rasta Pasta Cup
Gomoku rasta pasta with sautéed mixed vegetables, our signature jerk pasta sauce and a sample of jerk chicken.
Welcome to North Oshawa Night
New semester.
New city.
New people to meet.
Join new and returning Durham College and Ontario Tech students for a welcoming night of food, board games, guided icebreakers and fun contests at Gomoku Restaurant & Event Space.
Come with friends or arrive on your own. The night is designed to make starting conversations easier.
Date
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Time
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Location
Gomoku Restaurant & Event Space
1812 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa
Limited capacity — advance reservation is recommended
A Welcoming Student Social
Meet Your People in North Oshawa
Starting a new school year can feel exciting, awkward and overwhelming at the same time.
Welcome to North Oshawa Night is a student social created to make meeting people feel easier. You will have simple ways to introduce yourself, find people with shared interests and join activities without being placed under pressure.
There is no need to arrive with a group. In fact, the experience is designed for students who want to meet people outside their existing classes, programs and social circles.
Whether you are new to Oshawa, entering your first year or returning for another semester, you are welcome.
Coming on your own?
That is completely welcome. The activities are designed
to help conversations begin naturally.
North Oshawa Night
Come as you are.
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No group required
Arrive with friends or come independently.
What Admission Includes
Your Ticket Includes
Your admission includes food, hosted activities, social tools and a take-home Gomoku promotional item.
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Food Included
A Four-Item Gomoku Welcome Plate
Enjoy a set tasting plate prepared for the event. Each item is served in a sample portion so every registered guest receives food while there is still plenty of time and room to socialize.
Jerk Chicken and Rice and Peas Tasting Cup
A sample of Gomoku jerk chicken served over rice and peas for a bold Caribbean-inspired bite.
Crispy Dumpling
One golden, crispy dumpling served as an easy-to-enjoy social bite. The flavour will be selected for efficient event service.
Fresh Bruschetta Bite
VegetarianJuicy tomato, red onion, feta and balsamic drizzle served on freshly baked bread.
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A vegetarian alternative will be available by advance request. Final allergen information will be posted before the event.
North Oshawa Night
Meet, play and connect.
Come on your own
Our hosts will help you find an activity.
More Than a Night Out
Easy Ways to Meet Your People
Your admission includes optional social tools, guided activities, games and contests designed to make meeting new people feel more natural.
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Your Meet Your People Connection Kit
At check-in, you will receive optional visual tools that make it easier to show how you want to socialize, share a little about yourself and find people with common interests.
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Guided Icebreakers
The activities give you a natural reason to introduce yourself without forcing anyone into uncomfortable conversations. Participate as much or as little as you choose.
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Board Games and Social Activities
Join an open game, bring a new group together or ask one of our event hosts to help you find a table.
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Team Contests and Prizes
Compete in mixed-team trivia, social challenges and other skill-based contests throughout the evening.
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A Take-Home Gomoku Item
Each guest will receive a Gomoku laptop or water-bottle sticker with a return offer for a future visit.
Available Throughout the Evening
Drinks are purchased separately
Dirty sodas, mocktails, pop, selected smoothies and other non-alcoholic drinks will be available to order throughout the event.
The Meet Your People Connection Kit
Starting a Conversation Should Not Be the Hardest Part
Every guest can build a personal Connection Kit at check-in. It is designed to answer three simple questions at a glance:
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Are you open to a conversation?
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Who are you?
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What might we have in common?
There is no matching algorithm, dating component or pressure to share personal information. You choose what to wear, what to write and how much you want to participate.
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Social Preference
Choose Your Social-Vibe Wristband
Your wristband helps other guests understand the easiest way to approach you. Each wristband includes words as well as colour, so nobody has to memorize the system.
Green — Come Say Hi
You are ready to introduce yourself, join a conversation and meet new people.
Yellow — Start With an Activity
You are open to meeting people, but a board game, contest or conversation prompt is the easiest place to begin.
Purple — Open to Connect
You arrived with someone or already know a few people, but you are still happy to meet other students.
Wristbands are optional and can be changed during the night.
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Simple Introduction
Create Your Name Tag
Your name tag gives other students an easy opening line before the conversation begins. Add only the details you are comfortable sharing.
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First name
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Durham College, Ontario Tech or another school
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Year of study
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Program
You can leave any section blank. No phone number, social-media handle or personal contact information is required.
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Shared Interests
Pick Up to Three Interest Stickers
Interest stickers help people find an immediate point of connection. Place up to three on your name tag.
Looking for Friends
New to Oshawa
Board Games
Study Buddy
Campus Clubs
Foodie
Gaming
Sports and Fitness
Creative Interests
Commuter Life
Choose the interests that feel most natural to you.
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Host Support
Get Help Making the First Introduction
Event hosts will use the Connection Kit respectfully to help guests join tables, find students with shared interests and connect with other people attending alone.
Find an open table
A host can help you join a game or activity.
Meet someone with shared interests
Your stickers make common interests easier to notice.
Ask at any time
You can request an introduction whenever you need one.
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What the Connection Kit changes
See a friendly invitation before you have to say hello.
Instead of wondering who is open to chatting or how to begin, you can see a friendly invitation, a name and at least one shared interest before you start the conversation.
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A clear social signal
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An easy opening line
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A shared interest
Event Experience
What Will Happen During the Night?
Join relaxed, hosted activities designed to make introductions easier while still giving you the freedom to participate at your own pace.
Every activity is optional. Join in, take a break or
spend time in the board game and open-seating areas.
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Conversation Activity
Find Your People Bingo
Meet guests who match friendly prompts such as new to Oshawa, in the same year as you, likes board games, commutes to campus or studies at the other school.
The goal is to make introductions easier, not to rush
through conversations.
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Optional Activity
Optional Speed-Friending
Join several short, guided conversations using prepared prompt cards.
Optional
You can skip this activity and continue with board games or open seating.
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Team Challenge
Mixed-Team Trivia
Team up with students from different programs, years and schools for questions about campus life, Oshawa, music, food and general pop culture.
Campus Life
Oshawa
Music
Food
Pop Culture
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Open All Evening
Board Game Zone
Easy-to-learn games will remain available throughout the evening.
Event hosts can help start new tables and introduce guests with similar interests.
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Campus Connection
Student Club Introductions
Selected Durham College and Ontario Tech student groups may give brief introductions so guests can learn about ways to become involved on campus.
Event Schedule
Your Night at Gomoku
From check-in and welcome bites to games, trivia and prizes, the evening is planned to make meeting new people feel relaxed and natural.
| Time | Activity | Details |
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| 6:00 p.m. | Doors Open | Check in, build your Connection Kit, enjoy the first welcome bites and join an open table or activity. |
| 6:30 p.m. | Welcome and Event Introduction | Learn how the wristbands, interest stickers, activities and food service work. |
| 6:40 p.m. | Find Your People Bingo | Start meeting students through simple prompts and shared interests. |
| 7:00 p.m. | Optional Speed-Friending Optional | Join guided conversations or continue enjoying board games and open seating. |
| 7:20 p.m. | Food and Student Club Spotlights | Enjoy the next food service while selected student groups introduce themselves. |
| 8:00 p.m. | Mixed-Team Trivia Prizes | Form a team with people you did not arrive with and compete for prizes. |
| 8:35 p.m. | Open Social and Game Challenges | Continue conversations, join another game or participate in a mini challenge. |
| 9:15 p.m. | Contest Finals and Prizes | Final challenges, winning teams and Gomoku prizes. |
| 9:35 p.m. | Keep the Connection Going | Exchange social media or contact information with anyone you would like to stay connected with. |
| 10:00 p.m. | Event Ends | You are welcome to continue ordering from Gomoku according to regular restaurant service and operating hours. |
Schedule note
Activities and timing may be adjusted slightly during the event.
Food and Drinks
Welcome Bites Are Included
Admission includes one set Gomoku welcome plate with four tasting portions prepared for every registered guest.
Included With Admission
Your Four-Item Welcome Plate
Each guest receives one set plate containing four individual tasting portions.
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Mini Chicken Rasta Pasta Cup
A tasting portion of Gomoku rasta pasta with mixed vegetables, jerk pasta sauce and chicken.
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Jerk Chicken and Rice and Peas Cup
A Caribbean-inspired tasting portion of jerk chicken served over rice and peas.
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One Crispy Dumpling
A golden, crispy dumpling prepared as an easy-to-enjoy social bite.
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One Fresh Bruschetta Bite
VegetarianTomato, red onion, feta and balsamic drizzle served on freshly baked bread.
One controlled-portion plate per guest
The plate will be served in controlled portions so every registered guest receives food. This is not an unlimited buffet or a full-size dinner.
Available for Purchase
Event Drinks
A short event drink menu will be available throughout the night to help keep service quick and convenient.
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Gomoku dirty sodas
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Mocktails
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Pop
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Selected smoothies
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Other non-alcoholic drinks
Drinks and food beyond the included welcome plate are
purchased separately.
Advance Request Required
Vegetarian and Dietary Information
A vegetarian alternative will be available by advance request. Please provide dietary information during registration so the Gomoku team can plan accordingly.
Allergen notice
While reasonable care will be taken, the kitchen handles common allergens and cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.
Who Should Attend?
This Night Is for You If You Are:
New to Durham College or Ontario Tech
Returning to school and hoping to expand your social circle
New to Oshawa or Durham Region
A commuter looking for reasons to stay near campus after class
Interested in student clubs or campus activities
Looking for board-game friends, study partners or people to explore Oshawa with
Nervous about attending alone but still interested in meeting people
You do not need to be outgoing. You only need to be open to participating in the way that feels comfortable for you.
Reserve Your Place
Join Us for North Oshawa Night
Capacity is limited. Advance registration helps the Gomoku team prepare enough food, supplies and activities for everyone attending.
Advance registration is recommended
Recommended
Advance Admission
Book Before the Event
$
8
Book before the event and help us prepare enough food, supplies and activities for everyone attending.
Buy Advance Ticket — $8
Door Admission
Only If Space Remains
$
10
Door tickets will only be sold if space remains after advance registration.
Door admission is not guaranteed.
Ticket sales and registration managed through
Ticket Link
Reserve Your Place
Join Us for North Oshawa Night
Capacity is limited. Advance registration helps the Gomoku team prepare enough food, supplies and activities for everyone attending.
Advance registration is recommended
Recommended
Advance Admission
Book Before the Event
$
8
Book before the event and help us prepare enough food, supplies and activities for everyone attending.
Buy Advance Ticket — $8
Door Admission
Only If Space Remains
$
10
Door tickets will only be sold if space remains after advance registration.
Door admission is not guaranteed.
Ticket sales and registration managed through
Ticket Link
