Cochrane Program & Activity Guide
THINGS TO DO DEC 1-31
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS WEE-ALL WINTER CELEBRATION (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP-IN) Wear your ugly Christmas sweaters and come celebrate the season with us through crafts, activities and circle time.
FAMILY RESOURCE NETWORK (FRN)
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS WEE-ALL (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP IN) A fun-filled group with play, crafts, stories and songs.
Date
Time
Location
Sat Dec 9
1-2:15pm
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
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
9:30-10:45am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
Date
Time
Location
Mon Dec 11 & 18
Mon Dec 4 & 18
1:30-2:45pm
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
PEEK-A-BOOK (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP-IN) Get ready for some reading adventures, crafts and circle time.
BABY STEPS (AGES PRENATAL-WALKING, PARENTED, DROP IN) Connect with parents while babies explore new activities, songs and interact with other babies!
Date
Time
Location
Tue Dec 12
2:30-3:45pm
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
Date
Time
Location
Tue Dec 5, 12 & 19
9:30-11am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
MUSIC & RHYME WIGGLE TIME (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP-IN) Sing, move, play instruments and listen to stories that will immerse you and your child in music and wonder. Experience the many benefits of music in early childhood.
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
Thu Dec 7 & 14
9:30-10:45am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
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 Dec & & 14
9:30-11:30am
Bragg Creek Community Centre, 23 White Ave, Bragg Creek
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
Fri Dec 8, 15 9:30-10:45am & 29
Date
Time
Location
Thu Dec 14
1:30-2:45pm
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
MINDFUL MINIS (AGES 3-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP IN) Learn how mindfulness can be used to cope with stress and anxiety. Children will be introduced to mindfulness practices through stories, music and games. Date
Time
Location
Tue Dec 19
1:30-2:45pm
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
BEAUPRE COUNTRY CONNECTIONS (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP-IN) A play-based program with a country twist! You’ll enjoy riding toys, crafts and an interactive circle time. Date
Time
Location
Wed Dec 20
10:30am-12pm
Beaupre Community Hall, 263035 Beaupre Creek Rd
Location
HOLLY JOLLY JAMBOREE (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, REGISTERED) Jingle all the way to the FRN for some ho-ho-holiday fun! Enjoy festive crafts, activities, music and a yummy hot chocolate station. Choose from two time slots!
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
Date
Time
Location
Thu Dec 21
9-10:15am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
Thu Dec 21
10:45am-12pm
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 Dec 9
9:30-10:45am
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
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FCSS: 403-851-2250 FRN: 403-851-2265 cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
FEELING THE FINANCIAL PINCH? A food hamper might help, for more info call: • Families with children 0-18 call the Family Resource Network (FRN) at 403-851-2265 • Families with children 18+, individuals and rural residents call Cochrane FCSS at 403-851-2250
THINGS TO DO
COCHRANE.CA/PROGRAMGUIDE
DEC 1-31
PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAMS Register by noon the last business day before the session: www.cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide REGISTERED, IN-PERSON unless stated otherwise. Child minding available for certain programs, while space lasts. Call 403-851-2265 to book. MOM’S NIGHT OUT: SPRING INTO WINTER POT PAINTING Grow with the snow at this night of creativity and connection. Refreshments will be provided. Moms only please! Date
Time
Location
Tue Dec 5
5-7pm
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
FIND OUT IF YOU QUALIFY FOR THE COCHRANE CONNECT CARD!
LLLC - COCHRANE BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP 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 Dec 6 & 20
10-11am
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 off with some open discussion on parenting topics. For parents and babies, newborn to crawling. Date
Time
Location
Fri Dec 8 & 29
1:30-2:45pm
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
For more info on eligibility and the discounts available visit our website at www.cochrane.ca/connectcard or call FCSS: 403-851-2250 or FRN: 403-851-2265
SMALL & LARGE COMMUNITY PROJECT AND EVENT MATCHING GRANT APPLICATIONS WILL OPEN IN EARLY JANUARY 2024!
Location
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W TRIPLE P DISCUSSION GROUP: HASSLE-FREE MEALTIMES Wed Dec 13
10-11:30am
Join an accredited Triple P Practitioner to learn how to encourage the type of mealtime behaviour you want to see, reduce mealtime behaviour problems and fussiness and make mealtimes easier on you as a parent. For parents with children 0-12yrs. Date
Time
Location
Mon Dec 11
1:30-3:30pm
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
TRIPLE P TIP TALK: HAVING VISITORS Prepare for your holiday company by joining an accredited Triple P Practitioner for suggestions to help you teach your preschooler to behave responsibly when you have visitors. For parents with children 2-6yrs. Date
Time
Location
Mon Dec 18
1:30-2:30pm
Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
MENTAL HEALTH TIP Whenever you feel overwhelmed, focus on your breathing to help you slow down and re-center. Take a breath for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds and then release your breath taking 6 seconds. Then repeat. COLT IS HERE FOR YOU! Download Ride COLT, Cochrane’s official on-demand transit app, create your profile, and now you’re ready to book your ride! ridecolt.ca | 403-851-5995
Mental health begins with you us. Find the support you need, right here in Cochrane: www.cochranecares.ca
THINGS TO DO
DEC 1-31
COCHRANE.CA/PROGRAMGUIDE
Need support? Cochrane Resources: Cochrane FCSS
403-851-2250
Cochrane FRN
403-851-2265
PROGRAMMING FOR 50+
AHS Addiction & Mental Health - Rural
Register by noon the day before the session: 403-851-2250 or www.cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
BGC Cochrane
403-981-2020
PREPARING FOR THE HOLIDAYS - DEMENTIA WORKSHOPS SERIES (REGISTERED, IN-PERSON) Preparation is key! We discuss things to consider when caring for someone living with dementia over the holidays. Free.
BGC Cochrane Youth Outreach
403-618-3149
Big Hill Haven Outreach Services
403-796-6564
Cochrane Activettes - Share Your Christmas Program - Deadline: Dec 12/23 (www.cochraneactivettes.com)
587-229-3235
Cochrane Community Health Centre
403-851-6000
Cochrane Victim Services
403-851-8055
Helping Hands Society of Cochrane & Area
587-580-9448
Date
Time
Location
Thu Dec 14
6:30-8:30pm
Cochrane Community Health Centre, Second Floor, Rm 2180
SENIORS ON THE BOW PROGRAMMING More info: 403-932-6002 | SLS Centre, 2nd Flr, 800 Griffin Rd E Monthly calendar with additional activities and newsletter at www.cochrane.ca/sotb SQUARE DANCING - DROP-IN, $8/PER PERSON Date
Time
Location
Mon Dec 4 & 11
7-9pm
Seniors on the Bow, SLS Centre, 2nd Flr, Going to the Tin Roof Centre, Lacombe
1-844-943-1500
Other Resources: 211 - Community & Government Supports
211
CHRISTMAS DINNER & SILENT AUCTION - $30 MEMBERS, $35 NON-MEMBERS - SOLD OUT!
Children’s Cottage Society - Crisis Nursery (24hrs)
403-233-2273
Date
Calgary’s Outlink - Centre for Gender and Sexual Diversity
403-234-8973
Seniors Connect (via Distress Centre)
403-266-4357
Woods Community Resource Team
403-299-9699
Time
Happy Hour: 5pm Sat Dec 9 Dinner: 6pm
Location Seniors on the Bow, SLS Centre, 2nd Flr
COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR - SIGN UP AT THE FRONT DESK Date
Time
Location
Tue Dec 12
10am
Seniors on the Bow, SLS Centre, 2nd Flr
Seniors on the Bow is closed for the holidays Dec 15 at noon to Jan 8, 2024
24hr Crisis Numbers: Calgary Communities Against Sexual Abuse (CCASA)
403-237-5888
Calgary Distress Centre
403-266-4357
Child Protection Intake Number (Child & Family Services)
403-297-2995
Cochrane RCMP
911 or 403-932-2211
Connecteen Line (264-Teen, Peer Talk)
403-264-8336
Elder Abuse Resource Line
403-705-3250
Family Violence Info Line
403-310-1818
Hope for Wellness Help Line Indigenous Crisis Support
1-855-242-3310