Cochrane Program & Activity Guide
FAMILY RESOURCE NETWORK (FRN)
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
PLAY N’ LEARN PRESCHOOL (AGES 3-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP-IN)
Come play and explore the interactive activities to promote your child’s cognitive, social/emotional and physical development. A great opportunity for your preschoolers to develop preschool and kindergarten readiness skills.
Date Time Location
Tue Apr 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 9:3010:45am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
WEE-ALL (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP IN)
A fun filled group with play, crafts, stories and songs.
Date Time Location
Tue Apr 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 1:302:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
MOVERS AND GROOVERS (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP-IN)
An exciting and energetic gross motor program designed to inspire children to move, groove and develop essential motor skills in a playful and engaging rural setting.
Date Time Location
Wed Apr 3 & 17 10:30am12pm Beaupre Community Hall, 263035 Beaupre Creek Rd, Rocky View County
BRAGG CREEK RUMBLE & ROAR (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP-IN)
In partnership with the Bragg Creek Community Centre, join us for an active play program in a large open gym while meeting other parents. Featuring ride-on toys, a bouncy castle and much more.
Date Time Location
Thu Apr 4, 11, 18 & 25 9:3011:30am Bragg Creek Community Centre, 23 White Ave, Bragg Creek
BABY STEPS (AGES PRENATAL-WALKING, PARENTED, DROP IN)
Connect with other parents while babies explore new activities, songs and interact with other babies!
Date Time Location
Thu Apr 4, 11, 18 & 25 1 - 2:30pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
TODDLERS IN TOW (AGES WALKING-36MOS, PARENTED, DROP IN)
At this high-energy group, parents and toddlers enjoy simple crafts, sensory tables and all kinds of toys! At the end of each session, families wind down with rhymes and singing.
Date Time Location
Mon Apr 8, 15 & 22 9:3010:45am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
FCSS: 403-851-2250
FRN: 403-851-2265
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CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
GRANDPARENTS GROUP (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP IN)
If you are a grandparent with grandchildren ages 0-6yrs, this program is for you! Come play, visit, share information and connect with other grandparents in your community!
Date Time Location
Wed Apr 10 & 24 1:30 - 2:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
HANGIN’ WITH DAD (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP-IN)
Attention all dads: are you looking for a fun, free activity for you and your children on Saturday morning? Join us for play, crafts and circle time. Dads only please!
Date Time Location
Sat Apr 20 9:30 - 10:45am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
DINOSAUR EXCAVATION (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP-IN)
Come explore the land before time with a dinosaur filled adventure.
Date Time Location
Sat Apr 20 1 - 2:15pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
THINGS TO DO APR 1-30
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PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAMS
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REGISTERED, IN-PERSON unless stated otherwise.
Child minding available for certain programs, while space lasts. Call 403-851-2265 to book.
PRENATAL YOGA
Prenatal yoga helps foster connection between body, mind and baby. This class will be tailored for pregnant mothers throughout all trimesters to help with a smoother pregnancy journey and birth.
Date Time Location
Tue Apr 2 & 16 5 - 6pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
LLLC - COCHRANE BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP - DROP IN, IN-PERSON
This group is for parents and family members who are interested in or currently breastfeeding and/or pumping. This will be a space to ask questions, support other mothers, be supported yourself and learn about the wonders of breastfeeding.
Date Time Location
Wed Apr 3 & 17 10 - 11am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
NURTURING PARENTING
Learn how to foster and nurture a relationship between you and your child and learn strategies to deal with daily challenges. For parents with children 0-6yrs.
Date Time Location
Topic: What is Nurturing Parenting?
Thu Apr 4 1:30 - 3pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
Topic: Understanding Brain Development
Thu Apr 18 1:30 - 3pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
YOGA & CONNECTION
Enjoy a yoga class with your baby for a mindful and safe way to get back into movement, while your little ones join in. We will end the class with some open discussion on parenting topics. For parents and babies, newborn to crawling.
Date Time Location
Fri Apr 5, 12 19 & 26 1:302:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
SUPER DADS, SUPER KIDS - DROP IN, IN-PERSON
An interactive play-based program for male caregivers and their children. Dads will get to enjoy some quality time with their children and connect with other dads. For dads with children 0-6yrs.
Date Time Location
Mon Apr 8, 15 & 22 1:302:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES (AHS) PRENATAL HEALTH GROUP
- DROP-IN, IN-PERSON
Join an AHS Childbirth Educator and Registered Dietitian while connecting with other parents. Topics include pregnancy, nutrition, labour, birth, infant feeding/sleep/care and transition to parenthood. Pregnant or parenting up to 6 mos.
Date Time Location
Wed Apr 10 & 24 10 - 11:30am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
M E N T A L H E A L T H T I P
Track gratitude and achievement with a journal Include three things you were grateful for and three things you were able to accomplish each day
CIRCLE OF SECURITY - 7 WEEKS
Learn ways to help your child organize their feelings, support your child’s exploration in the world, read and respond to your child’s cues, promote a secure relationship with your child and so much more.
Date Time Location
Wed Apr 10, 17, 24 and May 1, 8, 15 & 22 1:30 - 3pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES (AHS) MEALTIME STRUGGLES
Do you have questions about feeding your child ages 1-5yrs? Join an AHS Registered Dietitian to learn about creating a positive mealtime environment, introducing new foods and how to cope with mealtime struggles. For parents with children 1-5yrs.
Date Time Location
Mon Apr 15 6 - 7:30pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
INFANT MASSAGE - 5 WEEKS
This class on infant massage will help you learn about the benefits of integrating baby massage into your routine and connect with other parents. For parents with children 0-12mos.
Date Time Location
Thu Apr 18, 25 and May 2, 9 & 16 9:3011am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
THINGS TO DO COCHRANE.CA/PROGRAMGUIDE APR 1-30
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FAMILY & COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES (FCSS)
COMMUNITY WELL-BEING
INCOME TAX BASIC CONCEPTS WORKSHOP (REGISTERED, IN-PERSON)
This free workshop will introduce you to Canada’s tax system, why we we pay taxes and some basic steps on how to file your tax return. Register through Cochrane Public Library at 403-932-4353 or visit www.cochranepubliclibrary.ca/basicincometax
Date Time Location
Wed Apr 3 6:15 - 7:15pm Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Str W
PROGRAMMING FOR 50+
SENIORS ON THE BOW PROGRAMMING
403-932-6002 | SLS Centre, 2nd Flr, 800 Griffin Rd E Monthly calendar with additional activities and newsletter at www.cochrane.ca/community-culture/seniors
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Date Time
Thu Apr 4 2 - 4pm Seniors on the Bow, SLS Centre, 2nd Flr GAMES NIGHT - WHIST, $3 DROP-IN, SIGN UP AT THE FRONT DESK
Date Time
Fri Apr 12 5:30 - 9pm Seniors on the Bow, SLS Centre, 2nd Flr
HOT LUNCH - $6 MEMBERS, $8 NON-MEMBERS, SIGN UP AT THE FRONT DESK
Date Time Location
Fri Apr 19 12:30 - 2pm Seniors on the Bow, SLS Centre, 2nd Flr
TAX SEASON IS HERE!
THINGS TO DO COCHRANE.CA/PROGRAMGUIDE Find out if you qualify!
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