Cochrane Program & Activity Guide

Child Development Programs

STORIES IN THE PARK (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, REGISTERED)

“A day without a friend is like a pot without a single drop of honey”

- Winnie the Pooh Bear. Join us to read pooh bear stories in the park under the morning sun!

Thu Aug 10 10-11am

FAMILY RESOURCE NETWORK (FRN)

Child Development Programs

Program cancelled in the event of rain or inclement weather

BABY STEPS (AGES PRENATAL-WALKING, PARENTED, DROP IN)

Join us and connect with parents while babies explore new activities, songs and interact with other babies!

Date Time Location

Tue Aug 1, 22 & 29 9:30-11am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP IN)

Join the FRN at playgrounds in Cochrane for a fun-filled morning and connect to the many resources we have to offer! Check out www.cochrane.ca/DocumentCenter/View/156/PlaygroundParks for a map of playgrounds, and look for our connector van.

Date Time Location

Tue Aug 1 10-11am Heartland Park, 46 Appalosa Gardens

Tue Aug 8 10-11am Sunset Park, 207 Sunset Park

Mon Aug 14 10-11am Mitford School Park, 110 Quigley Dr

Tue Aug 15 10-11am Fireside School Park, 12 Fireside Pkwy

Mon Aug 21 10-11am Heritage Hills Park, 105 Heritage Dr

Tue Aug 22 10-11am Sunset Pond, 5 Sunvalley Rd

Mon Aug 28 10-11am Riversong Park, River Heights Blvd

Tue Aug 29 10-11am Jumping Pound Ridge Community Park, 31 Jumping Pound Terrace

TEDDY BEAR PICNIC (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, REGISTERED)

Join us for a Teddy Bear Picnic! Every child will get to choose a new teddy bear to add to their collection from the FRN, as well as engage in an activity, story time and have yummy snacks.

Date Time Location

Thu Aug 3 10-11am

Historic Cochrane Ranche, 20 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane

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

Fri Aug 4, 11, 18 & 25 9:30-10:45am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

FCSS: 403-851-2250

FRN: 403-851-2265 cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide

Historic Cochrane Ranche, 20 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane

WEE-ALL (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP IN)

Join us for play, crafts, stories and songs.

Mon Aug 14, 21 & 28 1:30-2:45pm

Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

OBSTACLE COURSE (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, REGISTERED)

Join us to test your gross motor skills with fun activities at hte park!

Thu Aug 17 10-11am

Historic Cochrane Ranche, 20 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane

JUNIOR EXPLORERS (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, REGISTERED) Calling all explorers! Use your imagination as we set sail as junior pirates and explore the seas and look for treasure.

Thu Aug 24 10-11am

Historic Cochrane Ranche, 20 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane

HAWAIIAN LUAU PARTY (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP IN)

Aloha! Join the FRN for an end of summer Hawaiian Luau! You and your child will enjoy tropical activities, treats and connect with other families in our community!

Date Time Location

Thu Aug 31 10am-12pm

Book

Historic Cochrane Ranche, 20 Bow Valley Trail, Cochrane

Cochrane’s Community Block Party Trailer is a great way to bring your neighbourhood together. It’s FREE and comes with everything you need, including invitations, signage, traffic cones, griddle and detailed instructions on how to put on a great party!

To book the trailer, contact FCSS at 403-851-2252 or email neighbourhoods@cochrane.ca.

Register by noon the last business day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide

REGISTERED, IN-PERSON unless stated otherwise.

Child minding available for certain programs, while space lasts. Call 403-851-2265 to book.

TRIPLE P TIP TALK: SUPPORTING YOUR PARTNER

Date

Time Location

Family

TRIPLE P TIP TALK: SMOKING AND VAPING

Smoking is a serious risk to health, highly addictive and expensive. Join an accredited Triple P Practitioner for suggestions to help deal with the pressures your teenager may experience to become a smoker. For parents with teenagers.

Date Time Location

Wed Aug 2 1:30-2:30pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

NURTURING PARENTING: BUILDING RESILIENCE

Join other parents to talk about what resiliency is and why it is so important to build within our children. For all parents.

Date Time Location

Thu Aug 3 1:30-2:30pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

YOGA & CONNECTION

Come for 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 off with some open discussion on parenting topics. For parents and babies, newborn to crawling.

Date Time Location

Fri Aug 4 & 25 1:30-2:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

TRIPLE P TIP TALK: SEPARATION ANXIETY (REGISTERED, VIRTUAL)

Parents have an important role to play in helping their children learn to cope with new experiences and new people. Join an accredited Triple P Practitioner for tips and strategies on separation anxiety. For parents with infants.

Date Time Virtual

Wed Aug 9 1:30-2:30pm Zoom info shared upon registration

NURTURING PARENTING: ESTABLISHING ROUTINES

Join us to fine tune your families’ routines. With back to school just around the corner, let’s set a plan to help you and your children with the new schedules. For all parents.

Date Time Location

Wed Aug 16 1:30-2:30pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

FEEDING YOUR BABY

Join this in-person session to learn about starting solid foods, allergens, finger foods, milk and more. For parents and caregivers of babies under 12 months. Taught by an AHS registered dietitian.

Date Time Location

Wed Aug 23 9:30-11am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

PREPARING YOUR CHILD FOR KINDERGARTEN

Is your little one starting kindergarten this fall? Join us and connect with other parents as we discuss some strategies, tips and identify skills your child should be demonstrating as they enter kindergarten. For parents with children going into kindergarten.

Date Time Location

Wed Aug 23 1:30-2:30pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

MENTAL HEALTH TIP

If you need a change of scenery, find a new area or park to explore nearby. Visit www.cochrane.ca/216/parks-pathways.

ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES (AHS) PRENATAL HEALTH GROUP (REGISTERED,

VIRTUAL)

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 (and their partners) or parenting up to 6 mos old welcome. Date

Time Virtual

Zoom

NURTURING PARENTING: WHAT IS NURTURING PARENTING

Time Location

Family

PRESCHOOL ASQ BIRTHDAY PARTY

Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

Date Time Location

Family

Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

Date Time Location

Family

Resource Network, 127 First Ave W

SENSORY STRATEGIES FOR SELF-REGULATION

Date Time Location Thu Aug 31 1:20-3pm

Family

Cochrane & Area Family Resource Network Back to School Fair

Spray Lakes Sawmills Centre | 800 Griffin Rd

August 26, 2023 | 10am - 2pm

Don't miss this opportunity to discover a wide range of local agencies and resources for K-12 students to ensure a successful school year for you and your family.

Enjoy a variety of activities for all ages, including life-size games, balloon animals, glitter tattoos, a photo booth and a special appearance by Butterfield Acres from 11am - 1pm (sponsored by Cochrane Home Treasures). As part of the fun, children and youth are encouraged to dress up as their favourite book character.

Looking for additional back to school support?

Learn more and apply: Frn@cochrane.ca 403-851-2265