Cochrane Program & Activity Guide
FAMILY RESOURCE NETWORK (FRN)
THE EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT ROOM IS CLOSED FOR CLEANING JAN 7-10, 2025.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
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 Jan 9, 16, 23 & 30 9:3011:30 a.m.
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 songs.
Date Time Location
Mon Jan 13, 20 & 27 9:3010:45 a.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
PLAY N’ LEARN PRESCHOOL (AGES 3-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP IN)
Come play and explore interactive activities to promote your child’s cognitive, social-emotional and physical development. A great opportunity for your preschooler to develop preschool and kindergarten readiness skills.
Date Time Location
Tue Jan 14, 21 & 28 9:3010:45 a.m. 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 Jan 14, 21 & 28 1:302:45 p.m. 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 Jan 15 10:30 a.m.12 p.m. Beaupre Community Hall, 263035 Beaupre Creek Rd, Rocky View County
FCSS: 403-851-2250
FRN: 403-851-2265
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
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 Jan 16, 23 & 30 1:303 p.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
MINDFUL MINIS (AGES 3-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP IN)
Explore mindfulness practices that help children be aware of and manage their emotions through stories, music and games.
Date Time Location
Fri Jan 17, 24 & 31 9:3010:45 a.m. 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 activities for you and your children on Saturday morning? Join us for play, crafts and circle time. Dads only please!
Date Time Location
Sat Jan 18 9:3010:45 a.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
HOT COCOA AND CHILL (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED, DROP IN)
Embrace the magic of winter with pretend snow play. We will enjoy a delicious hot chocolate bar with all the fixings and end the afternoon with some winter themed songs and stories.
Date Time Location
Sat Jan 18 12:15 p.m. 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
Wed Jan 22 10:1511:30 a.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
Feeling the financial pinch?
A food hamper might help. Families with children 0-18 call FRN: 403-851-2265 Families with children 18+, individuals and rural residents call FCSS: 403-851-2250
PROGRAMS
Register by noon the last business day before the session: www.cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
REGISTERED, IN-PERSON unless stated otherwise.
LA LECHE LEAGUE CANADA - BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP (DROP IN)
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 to learn about the wonders of breastfeeding.
Date Time Location
Wed Jan 15 10 - 11 a.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
ZONES OF REGULATION
Learn about the Zones of Regulation and self-regulation tools through storytelling and engaging activities. For parents with children 0-6yrs.
Date Time Location
Wed Jan 15 1:302:45 p.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
INFANT MASSAGE
In this 5-week course, learn the benefits for you and baby when you integrate baby massage into your routine. For parents with newborn babies to crawling.
Date Time Location
Thu Jan 16, 23, 30, Feb 6 & 13 910:30 a.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
YOGA & CONNECTION
Enjoy a yoga class for a mindful and safe way to get back into movement, while your little ones join in. We will end the class with open discussion on parenting topics. For parents with newborn babies to crawling.
Date Time Location
Fri Jan 17, 24 & 31 1:302:45 p.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
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 Jan 21 5 - 6 p.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
COCHRANE PRENATAL HEALTH GROUP (DROP-IN, IN-PERSON)
Join an AHS Childbirth Educator and Registered Dietitian to connect with other parents on topics such as pregnancy, nutrition, labour, birth, infant feeding and care and transition to early parenthood. Supervised toddlers welcome. Refreshments provided. For pregnant moms and their partners.
Date Time Location
Wed Jan 22 1:303 p.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
TRIPLE P TEEN DISCUSSION GROUP: COPING WITH TEENAGERS’ EMOTIONS
This program will introduce you to positive parenting strategies to help prevent problems and cope with your teenagers’ emotional behaviour. For parents with teens.
Date Time Location
Wed Jan 22 1:303:30 p.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
TRIPLE P FAMILY TRANSITIONS
In this 5-week program you will learn ways to adjust and manage the transition of separation and divorce by focusing on skills to resolve conflict with your co-parent and how to cope positively with stress. For parents with children 0-18yrs.
Date Time Location
Mon Jan 27, Feb 3, 10, 24 & Mar 3 9 - 11 a.m. Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
ASQ BIRTHDAY PARTY: INFANTS
Do you have an infant who is 1-12 months old? Join us for a birthday party where your child’s development will be celebrated! Everyone who completes an Ages and Stages Questionnaire will receive a gift bag for their child.
Date Time Location
Wed Jan 29 1:303 p.m. Family Resource Network, 127
FAMILY AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES (FCSS)
COMMUNITY WELL-BEING
DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS - 18YRS+ (REGISTERED, IN-PERSON)
Interested in meeting new people and enjoy table top games? Whether you’re a D&D expert, or never heard of it, join our safe and inclusive group! Register ahead: call Douw at 403-851-7721 or email: douw.vorster@cochrane.ca.
Date Time Location
Table 1
Tue Jan 7 & 21 6:30 - 9 p.m. Basement of Cochrane FCSS, HomeStead Bldg, 209 Second Ave W.
Table 2
Tue Jan 14 & 28 6:30 - 9 p.m. Basement of Cochrane FCSS, HomeStead Bldg, 209 Second Ave W.
PROGRAMMING FOR 50+
THRIVING IN YOUR GOLDEN YEARS - AGING IN PLACE PROGRAMBEAUPRE
A series of free workshops built around an aging-in-place checklist, designed to help participants plan to stay in their home or community. Register through the Cochrane Public Library at: 403-932-4353 or online at www.cochranepubliclibrary.ca/Events.
Date Time Location
Fridays, Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7 & 14 1 - 2 p.m. Beaupre Community Hall, 263035 Beaupre Creek Road, Rocky View County
SENIORS ON THE BOW (SOTB) PROGRAMMING
403-932-6002 | SLS Centre, 2nd Flr, Arena Entrance, SLS Centre Monthly calendar with additional activities and newsletter at www.sotbcochrane.ca
2025 MEMBERSHIP DRIVE: New members and renewals welcome, $30 for the year
Date Time Location
Mon-Fri Jan 6-10 9 a.m.4 p.m. Seniors on the Bow, 2nd Floor, SLS Centre Games room
GAME NIGHT: WHIST, $3 Members, $4 Guests, Bring an appetizer and enjoy snacks and socialize before the games begin
Date Time Location
Fri Jan 10 5:30-8 p.m. Seniors on the Bow, 2nd Floor, SLS Centre
HOT LUNCH: $6 Members, $8 Guests, Once a month amazing volunteers prepare a hot lunch. This month is BBQ pork tenderloin, rice, salad and pineapple coconut dream cake for dessert.
Date Time Location
Fri Jan 17 12-2 p.m. Seniors on the Bow, 2nd Floor, SLS Centre
First Ave W.