Cochrane Program & Activity Guide
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS (DROP-IN, IN PERSON)
BEAUPRE COUNTRY CONNECTIONS (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED)
Join us for a play-based program with a country twist! You’ll enjoy riding toys, crafts and an interactive circle time. Pancake breakfast offered June 21.
Date Time Location
Wed Jun 7 & 21 10:30am-12pm Beaupre Community Hall, 263035 Beaupre Creek Rd
FAMILY RESOURCE NETWORK (FRN)
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS (DROP-IN, IN PERSON)
PLAY N’ LEARN PRESCHOOL (AGES 3-5YRS, 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 Location
Thu Jun 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 9:30-10:45am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
BRAGG CREEK RUMBLE & ROAR (AGES 0-6, PARENTED)
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 Jun 1 & 8 9:30-11:30am Bragg Creek Community Centre, 23 White Ave
TODDLERS IN TOW (AGES 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 session, families wind down with rhymes and singing.
Date Time Location
Fri Jun 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 9:30-10:45am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
GRANDPARENTS GROUP (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED)
If you are a grandparent with grandchildren ages 0-6yrs old, this program is for you! Join us to play, visit, share information and connect with other grandparents in your community!
Date Time Location
Mon Jun 5, 12, 19 & 26 9:30-10:45am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
WEE-ALL (AGES 0-6YRS, PARENTED)
Join us for play, crafts, stories and songs. This group is open to all children 0-6yrs.
Date Time Location
Mon Jun 5, 12, 19 & 26 1:30-2:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
BABY STEPS (AGES PRENATAL-WALKING, PARENTED)
Join us and connect with parents while babies explore new activities, songs and interact with other babies!
Date Time Location
Tue Jun 6, 13, 20 & 27 9:30-11am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
FCSS: 403-851-2250
FRN: 403-851-2265
cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
BABY & ME SONGTIME (PRENATAL-WALKING, PARENTED)
This group will allow parents to connect with their babies and other parents through songs, stories and rhymes!
Date Time Location
Wed Jun 7 & 21 1:30-2:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
STROLLER WALK & TALK (DROP-IN, IN-PERSON)
Join us for a stroller friendly walk and meet with other caregivers and their children.
Date Time Location
Tue Jun 13 & 27 10-11am Riverfront Park, Hwy 22 & Griffin Road
HANGIN’ WITH DAD (AGES 0-6, PARENTED)
Attention all dads: are you looking for a fun, free activity for you and your children Saturday morning? Join us for play, crafts and circle time. Dads only please!
Date Time Location Sat Jun 17 9:30-10:45am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
Block Party Kick Off Event: Sat, Jun 17, 1-4pm
Historic Cochrane Ranche
Join us to celebrate Great Neighbour’s Week at our free familyfriendly Block Party Kick Off Event. Featuring food trucks, hot dogs, face painting, music, lawn games, entertainment and more! Come check out the Block Party Trailer and connect with your community!
Great Neighbours Week: Jun 17-24
Cochrane’s Great Neighbour Week is your perfect opportunity to say Howdy!, Welcome!, and Thanks for being a great neighbour! Celebrate your neighbourhood’s community spirit with a BBQ, front lawn party, picnic or an event at your local park or playground. Visit cochrane.ca/neighbours for more info.
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
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAMS (DROP-IN, IN PERSON)
MESSY MUNCHKINS (AGES BELOW)
Join us for an afternoon of messy play and fun. Watch as your child explores the various messy play activities such as painting, play dough, sand, shaving cream, slime and more!
Date Time Location
PRESCHOOL - AGES 3-5YRS, PARENTED
Tue Jun 20 1:30-2:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
TODDLERS - WALKING-36MOS, PARENTED
Tue Jun 27 1:30-2:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
MUSIC AND RHYME WIGGLE TIME (AGES 3-6YRS, PARENTED)
Come join us for singing, moving, playing instruments, and listening to stories that will immerse you and your child in music and wonder. Experience the many benefits of music in early childhood.
Date Time Location
Wed Jun 28 1:30-2:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Register by noon the last business day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
REGISTERED, IN-PERSON unless stated otherwise.
NURTURING PARENTING
Join us to learn how to foster and nurture a relationship between you and your child and learn strategies to deal with the daily challenges. This program is designed for parents with children ages 0-6yrs. If you require child minding, please call 403-851-2265 to book, while space lasts.
Date Time Location
Topic: Helping Children Express Anger
Thu Jun 1 1:30-2:30pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
Topic: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Negotiation and Compromise
Thu Jun 15 1:30-2:30pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
Topic: Nurturing Hope: Autism Spectrum Disorder Tips
Thu Jun 29 1:30-2:30pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
DADS NIGHT OUT: GRILL & CHILL
Connect with other dads and prepare for BBQ season by making your own spice rubs. Refreshments and a light supper provided. Dads only!
Date Time Location
Tue Jun 6 5-7pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
LLLC - BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP (DROP IN, IN-PERSON)
This group is for all 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 Jun 7 & 21 10-11am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
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
Thu Jun 8 & 22 1-2:30pm Zoom info shared upon registration
PARENT EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Register by noon the last business day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
REGISTERED, IN-PERSON unless stated otherwise.
YOGA AND INFANT MASSAGE
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 learning infant massage techniques. For parents and babies, newborn to crawling.
Fri Jun 9 & 23 1:30-2:45pm
MANAGING BIG EMOTIONS
Resource Network, 127 First Ave W
As parents we often see our children in stressful situations where they exhibit big emotions. Join us as we discuss some strategies in teaching children to recognize their emotions and provide them with coping skills for self-regulation. For parents with children 3-8yrs. If you require child minding, please call 403-851-2265 to book, while space lasts. Date
Mon Jun 12 1:30-3:30pm
MEALTIME STRUGGLES TO MEALTIME SUCCESS
Do you have questions about feeding your child aged 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.
TRIPLE P SEMINAR: RAISING RESILIENT CHILDREN
This seminar provides parents with strategies to help their children recognize, accept and express feelings, develop coping skills, encourage a positive outlook and adopt a healthy self-esteem. Suitable for parents with children ages 2-10yrs. If you require child minding, please call 403-851-2265 to book, while space lasts.
MENTAL HEALTH TIP
Create a morning routine that helps you start the day on a positive note. Waking up at the same time each morning is a good way to start. Try to hold off on checking your phone, or consuming media until you have had a chance to set an intention for your day.
