Cochrane Program & Activity Guide
THINGS TO DO NOV 25 - DEC 30
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS (DROP-IN, IN PERSON) EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS (DROP-IN, IN PERSON) To continue to offer in-person programming and ensure the safety of participants we have made the decision to participate in the Restriction Exemption Program. All adults (18+) will be required to provide government issued ID and one of the following:
FAMILY RESOURCE NETWORK (FRN)
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS (DROP-IN, VIRTUAL) BOOKWORMS AND SONGBIRDS (VIRTUAL, AGES 0-6, PARENTED) Zoom Meeting ID: 993 5885 1596 Passcode: hER73M Join us Wednesday mornings for a virtual story time followed by a few fun and interactive songs. This group is open to bookworms and songbirds of all ages!
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Proof of vaccination - Full vaccination (two doses) is required after Oct 25.
2. Proof of a privately paid negative PCR or rapid test within 72hrs of service (tests from AHS or Alberta Precision Laboratories are not allowed). 3. Official documentation of a medical exemption. BRAGG CREEK RUMBLE & ROAR (IN PERSON, AGES BIRTH-6, PARENTED) Family Resource Network staff will be at Rumble and Roar with fun activities, developmental screenings and resources for you and your family! First and third Thursday of each month. Bragg Creek families only.
Date
Time
Watch
Wed Dec 1
10-10:30am
Zoom via Meeting ID and Password above
Wed Dec 8
10-10:30am
Zoom via Meeting ID and Password above
Date
Time
Location
Wed Dec 15
10-10:30am
Zoom via Meeting ID and Password above
Thu Dec 2
9-11:30am
Bragg Creek Community Centre, 23 White Ave
Thu Dec 16
9-11:30am
Bragg Creek Community Centre, 23 White Ave
PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME (VIRTUAL, AGES 3-5, PARENTED, REGISTER FOR A CRAFT PACKAGE FIRST & THIRD THURSDAY* Zoom Meeting ID: 816 6014 4684 Passcode: PPV3WW Tune in on Thursdays for some storytime fun followed by songs to get you moving and grooving! Every second Thursday we will be doing crafts to work on fine motor skills.
PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME (IN PERSON, AGES 3-5, PARENTED) Come play and explore the interactive activities to promote your child’s cognitive, social/emotional and physical development. This is a great opportunity for your preschoolers to develop preschool and kindergarten readiness skills.
Date
Time
Watch
*Thu Dec 2
10-10:30am
Zoom via Meeting ID and Password above
Date
Time
Location
Thu Dec 9
10-10:30am
Zoom via Meeting ID and Password above
Fri Dec 3
9:30-10:45am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
*Thu Dec 16
10-10:30am
Zoom via Meeting ID and Password above
Fri Dec 10
9:30-10:45am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
Fri Dec 17
9:30-10:45am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
EYE SPY GAME (VIRTUAL, AGES 0-6, PARENTED) Zoom Meeting ID: 334 604 1718 Passcode: vaFKK2 Develop your child’s problem solving and communication skills by joining us for a fun eye spy game. We will start with songs and dance and play eye spy! All ages are welcome to join!
TODDLERS IN TOW (IN PERSON, WALKING-36MOS, PARENTED) At this high energy group, parents and toddlers enjoy simple crafts, sensory tables and all kinds of toys! At the end of each group, families wind down with rhymes and singing.
Date
Time
Watch
Date
Time
Location
Mon Dec 6
1:30-2pm
Zoom via Meeting ID and Password above
Mon Dec 6
9:30-10:45am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
Mon Dec 13
1:30-2pm
Zoom via Meeting ID and Password above
Mon Dec 13
9:30-10:45am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
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BABY STEPS (IN PERSON, PRENATAL-WALKING, PARENTED) Join us and connect with parents while babies explore new activities, songs and interact with other babies. Date
Time
Location
Tue Dec 7
9:30-11am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
Tue Dec 14
9:30-11am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
MENTAL HEALTH TIP Ask yourself, what are some personal habits you can develop to help create your own inner calm? Meditation? Journaling? Social media boundaries? The world can feel busy, try to find the quiet.
FCSS: 403-851-2250 FRN: 403-851-2265 cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
THINGS TO DO
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PARENT/GUARDIAN EDUCATION PROGRAMS
NOV 25 - DEC 30
Things not what you expected?
Register by noon the day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide Zoom link will be sent out at the time of registration. COCHRANE PRENATAL HEALTH GROUP (VIRTUAL, REGISTERED) You can meet with an Alberta Health Services childbirth educator and connect with other parents on the topics of pregnancy, nutrition, labour and birth, breastfeeding and feeding your baby, infant sleep, newborn care transition to parenthood and early parenting. Date
Time
Watch
Thu Dec 9
1-2:30pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
TRIPLE P DISCUSSION GROUP: FIGHTING AND AGGRESSION (VIRTUAL, REGISTERED) Join an accredited Triple P practicioner online for practical information and strategies to help your preschooler deal with fighting and aggression. Suitable for parents with children ages 3-5. Date
Time
Watch
Fri Dec 3
1:30-2:30pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
FAMILY & COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES (FCSS)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Register by noon the day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide GANG WORKSHOP (VIRTUAL, REGISTERED) The program is a realistic, no-holds-barred look at why gangs form and the social conditions that allow them to prosper and thrive. It is structured to help participants identify youth at risk for recruitment as well as who is already affiliated. Please bring any questions and we will have an open discussion. Date
Time
Watch
Mon Dec 6
1:30-3pm
Online link sent to registered email
OFFICE OF THE CHILD AND YOUTH ADVOCATE (OCYA) (VIRTUAL, REGISTERED) The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA) represents the rights, interests and viewpoints of young people receiving services under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act, the Protection of Sexually Exploited Children Act; or who are involved with the youth justice system. Date
Time
Watch
Wed Dec 15
10-11:30am
Online link sent to registered email
COMMUNITY WELL-BEING Register by noon the day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide COMMUNITY HELPERS PROGRAM (VIRTUAL, REGISTERED) Contribute to the mental well-being of your community by becoming a Community Helper. Learn helping skills, self-care for helpers, mental health and suicide awareness. Certificate program funded by Alberta Health Services. Date
Time
Watch
Tue-Wed Dec 7-9 2:30pm-3:30pm Online link sent to registered email
You’re not alone - we can help. Cochrane Resources: Cochrane FCSS Cochrane FRN AHS Addiction & Rural Mental Health Intake Big Hill Haven Outreach Services Cochrane Activettes - Share Your Christmas Program Deadline Dec 12 Cochrane Victim Services Other Resources: 211 - Community & Government Supports Children’s Cottage Society - Crisis Nursery (24hrs) Outlink - Calgary’s Centre for Gender and Sexual Diversity Seniors Connect (via Distress Centre) Woods Community Resource Team 24hr Crisis Numbers: Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse (CCASA) Calgary Distress Centre Connecteen Line (264-Teen, Peer Talk) Elder Abuse Resource Line Family Violence Info Line Hope for Wellness Help Line Indigenous Crisis Support
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THINGS TO DO
COCHRANE PUBLIC LIBRARY cochranepubliclibrary.ca
CHRISTMAS BOOK SALE COMING DEC 1-JAN 3 We’re having a “by donation” book sale coming December 1! Take what you want, pay what you wish all month long! We have great items for gifts and all proceeds go to the library! BOOK GIVEAWAYS ON FACEBOOK Did you know that the library has been giving away newly published books on their Facebook page? Follow the Library on Facebook to find out when the next giveaway is happening! CHROMEBOOKS, TABLETS, AND EREADERS AVAILABLE FOR BORROW You can check out some amazing Tech for free with your library card! We have Chromebooks, Samsung tablets, and even Kobo eReaders available for loan! Come on down and see our amazing Library of Things!
SENIORS ON THE BOW (SOTB)
WELCOMES YOU BACK... To our regularly scheduled programs! Mondays • Engaging Men-3pm • Bridge-7pm Tuesdays • Stitch & B-10am • Crib-1:15pm • Carpet Bowling-1:15pm
NOV 25 - DEC 30
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Learn to play Mahjong, fiddle with a puzzle or just relax. All this, and more, for a drop-in fee of $2/ members and $3 for non-members. That also includes freshly baked goodies from our on-site kitchen.
Wednesdays • Euchre-10am • Jammers (sing along) - 1:15pm • Floor Shuffle Board-1:15pm Looking for an opportunity to volunteer? We have Thursdays options for that too! • Line Dancing-1:30pm A one-year membership • Euchre-7pm is only $30. A perfect Fridays Christmas gift for the • Chair Fitness-10am seniors in your life. • Bridge-1:15pm
Meals on Wheels For Your Freezer Frozen Entrees offer choice and flexibility while providing meals that are heart healthy and diabetic friendly. Each meal is well balanced and includes a starch, protein and vegetables. Place an order periodically to stock your freezer or request orders on a weekly basis. To get a copy of the meal options, for more info or to place an order call FCSS at 403-851-2250 or visit cochrane.ca/fcss.
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