Cochrane Program & Activity Guide
FAMILY RESOURCE NETWORK (FRN) THINGS
CHILD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
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
Mon June 3, 10, 17 & 24 9:3010:45am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
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. *Celebrate Great Neighbour Week by stopping by the FRN to colour a picture and have it displayed in our windows for the week.
Date Time Location
Tue June 4, 11, 18* & 25 9:3010:45am 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. *Discover the importance of community as we celebrate Great Neighbours Week. Through play, crafts, stories and songs we will celebrate our diverse community!
Date Time Location
Tue June 4, 11, 18* & 25 1:302:45pm 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. *Connect out in the countryside, during Great Neighbour Week, for a Pancake Breakfast to celebrate our rural communities and wrap up this program until the fall.
Date Time Location
Wed June 5 & 19* 10:30am12pm Beaupre Community Hall, 263035
Beaupre Creek Rd, Rocky View County
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. *Join us for a Pancake Breakfast to wrap-up this program until the fall.
Date Time Location
Thu June 6 & 13* 9:3011:30am Bragg Creek Community Centre, 23 White Ave, Bragg Creek
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! *Invite a neighbour to this week’s baby group for some coffee, conversation and connection.
Date Time Location
Thu June 6, 13, 20* & 27 1 - 2:30pm 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 June 12 & 26 1:30 - 2:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
LEARN TO GROW (AGES 0-12YRS, PARENTED, DROP-IN)
Drop in and visit Cultivate Cochrane at the FRN. Have fun learning about growing healthy foods and explore the educational greenhouse, the Passive Solar Roller.
Date Time Location
Fri June 28 10am - 12pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
LEARN TO GROW (AGES 3-12YRS, PARENTED, REGISTERED)
Register and visit Cultivate Cochrane at the FRN. Have fun learning about growing healthy foods and explore the educational greenhouse, the Passive Solar Roller. Space is limited!
Date Time Location
Fri June 28 1 - 2:15pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
Connect with your Neighbours!
Block Party Kick Off Event: Saturday, June 15, 1-4pm, Historic Cochrane Ranche
Join us to celebrate Great Neighbour Week at our free family-friendly Block Party Kick Off Event. Featuring food trucks, hot dogs, glitter tattoos, lawn games, music, entertainment, community partners and more! Come check out the Block Party Trailer and connect with your community!
Great Neighbour Week: June 15-22
Cochrane’s Great Neighbour Week is the perfect opportunity to embrace the vibrant spirit of your community and celebrate with activities like BBQs, front lawn parties, picnics, and local festivities. This week aims to foster connections and highlight local resources and services to make everyone feel at home. Whether you’re a newcomer or a longtime resident, Cochrane welcomes you to join in and celebrate our diverse community.
Visit www.cochrane.ca/neighbourhoods for more info.
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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.
AGES & STAGES
SUPER DADS, SUPER KIDS (DROP IN, IN-PERSON)
An interactive play-based program for male caregivers and their children. Dads will get to enjoy some quality time with their children and connect with other dads. For dads with children 0-6yrs.
Date Time Location
Mon June 3, 10, 17 & 24 1:302:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
MINDFUL PARENTING
Parenting can be both a joy and a challenge. In this class, you will learn about ways to cope with stress and anxiety and make room for more joy. For parents with children 0-18yrs.
Date Time Location
Wed June 5 1:30 - 3pm 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 Location
Wed June 12 & 26 10 - 11:30am Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
COPING WITH ANGER
Learn to manage anger, challenge unhelpful thoughts and develop a coping plan for high-risk situations. For parents with children 0-18yrs.
Date Time Location
Wed June 12 1:30 - 3pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
NURTURING PARENTING
Learn how to foster and nurture a relationship between you and your child and learn strategies to deal with daily challenges. For parents with children 0-6yrs.
Date Time Location
Topic: Developing Empathy
Thu June 13 1:30 - 3pm 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 with some open discussion on parenting topics. For parents and babies, newborn to crawling.
Date Time Location
Fri June 14 1:302:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES (AHS) MEALTIME STRUGGLES
Do you have questions about feeding your child ages 1 to 5yrs? Join an AHS registered dietitian to learn about creating a positive mealtime environment, introducing new foods and how to cope with mealtime struggles. For parents with children 1-5yrs.
Date Time Location
Mon June 17 6 - 7:30pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
Curious about your child’s age-related progress? Let your child connect with other children while you meet with a Family Support Worker to complete an ASQ screening and ask any questions you may have about your child’s development.
Date Time Location
Wed June 19 1:302:45pm Family Resource Network, 127 First Ave W.
FAMILY & COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES (FCSS)
COMMUNITY WELL-BEING
Register by noon the last business day before the session: www.cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide unless stated otherwise.
COMMUNITY HELPERS PROGRAM (REGISTERED, IN-PERSON)
A youth focused, free workshop, designed to build on the natural helping skills of youth and those who support youth in our community. For more information, or to register, contact douw.vorster@cochrane.ca.
Date Time Location
Sat June 1 9am - 4pm Cochrane FCSS, 1, 209 Second Ave W.
BENEFITS & CREDITS FOR NEWCOMERS (REGISTERED, IN-PERSON)
New to Canada? Learn about the benefits of doing your taxes! Join us for an interactive, free workshop to learn about: Canada’s tax system, benefits and credits you might be eligible for and other services. Register through Cochrane Public Library at 403-932-4353 or visit www.cochranepubliclibrary.ca/newcomers
Date Time Location
Wed June 12 6:15 - 7:15pm Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Str W.
JUNE 1-30
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PROGRAMMING FOR 50+
Register by noon the last business day before the session: www.cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
SERVICE CANADA PROGRAMS & SERVICES (REGISTERED, IN-PERSON)
Join this information session for adults 65+ on the Canadian Dental Care Plan and other benefits offered by the Canadian Pension Plan and Old Age Security.
Date Time Location
Tue June 4 9 - 10:30am
Cochrane FCSS, 1, 209 Second Ave W.
INTRODUCTION TO JOB SEARCH FOR SENIORS WITH FCSS & PROSPECT HUMAN SERVICES (REGISTERED, IN-PERSON)
Are you looking for a new job or to get back into the work force and don’t know where to start? We will discuss how to use your age, skills and experience along with resume formats. Two sessions available.
Date Time Location
Tue June 4 1:30 - 3:30pm
Wed June 5 6 - 8pm
Cochrane FCSS, 1, 209 Second Ave W.
Cochrane FCSS, 1, 209 Second Ave W.
BENEFITS & CREDITS FOR SENIORS (REGISTERED, IN-PERSON)
Celebrating Cochrane and Area Seniors!
Join us for an incredible week of activities ranging from live entertainment, health and wellness sessions, recreation programs, luncheons and more! For the complete schedule visit www.cochrane.ca/seniorsweek, call FCSS at 403-851-2250 or scan the QR code below.
Learn about benefits, credits and deductions that Canada Revenue Agency administers. Credits around age amount, pension splitting, medical expenses, caregiving, home accessibility, disability and more!
Date Time Location
Wed June 5 10:30am - 12pm
Cochrane FCSS, 1, 209 Second Ave W.
SENIORS ON THE BOW PROGRAMMING
403-932-6002 | SLS Centre, 2nd Flr, 800 Griffin Road E. Monthly calendar with additional activities and newsletter at www.cochrane.ca/community-culture/seniors
NO FEES FOR DROP IN PROGRAMS DURING SENIORS WEEKJUNE 3-7
MONDAY MOVIES - EVERY MONDAY AT 1PM (EXCEPT JUNE 3)$3 MEMBERS, $4 NON-MEMBERS/GUESTS
Date Time Location
Mon, June 10, 17 & 24 2-4pm Seniors on the Bow, SLS Centre, 2nd Flr
HOT LUNCH - ALL TICKETS $3, SIGN UP AT THE FRONT DESKLUNCH SERVED AT 12:30PM
Date Time Location
Fri June 7 12:30pm Seniors on the Bow, SLS Centre, 2nd Flr
Cochrane Seniors Property Tax Support Program
This program provides a $500 rebate on municipal property taxes for eligible seniors
Find out if you qualify by calling Cochrane FCSS at 403-851-2250 or visit www.cochrane.ca/tax rebate
Every dollar raised tackles complex social issues right here in Cochrane
CELEBRATE INDIGENOUS DAY
Learn about the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations people, Inuit and Metis of Canada.
HAVE FUN AND HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Join us for a BBQ, family friendly activities and help raise money to support those who need it most
JUNE 1-30
BOOK YOUR BLOCK PARTY! Bookings open cochrane.ca/BlockParty • Cochrane FCSS: 403-851-2250 • Big Hill Haven: 403-796-6564 • Cochrane and Area Victim Services: 403-851-8055 • Elder Abuse Support Line at Calgary’s Kerby Centre: 403-705-3250 Anyone who suspects elder abuse or is a victim can call: WORLD ELDER ABUSE AWARENESS DAY - JUNE 15