THINGS TO DO | #COCHRANETOGETHER | COCHRANE.CA | APR 15-APR 29 LOVE LOCAL
BABIES, TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS (ages 0-5) BOOKWORMS AND SONGBIRDS (DROP IN) (zoom password: hN7n35) Join us for a virtual story time followed by fun and interactive songs. This group is open to bookworms and songbirds of all ages! Date
Time
Watch
Wed Apr 21
10-10:30am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/95228879867
Wed Apr 28
10-10:30am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/95228879867
PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME (DROP IN) (zoom password: PPV3WW) Tune in on Thursdays for some Storytime fun followed by some songs to get your little ones moving and grooving! Every second week we will be doing a craft to work on fine motor skills.*
HOME OWNERSHIP – CREDIT COUNSELLING SOCIETY Check the Cochrane Gift Guide Participants willout learn about the costs involved in purchasing and maintaining forThey ideas to spark your imagination a home. will also learn what is required to qualify for a mortgage and decide whether renting oron owning better for them. for everybody yourislist! DateLook
for your or Time copy in the mail Location find it online at shopcochrane.ca Thu Apr 29 6-7pm Online link sent to registered email MENTAL HEALTH TIP
CAPACITY FOR ORGANIZATIONS
Our physical health is connected to our mental health. Do something with handssessions or moveyou your feel or more balanced physically Join usyour for online canbody do attowork home. Must register: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide or follow instructions listed. and mentally. PROOF IN THE PUDDING: EVALUATION BASICS Do you want to measure your progress towards your mission but not sure where to start? You will learn the basics of developing and using your own evaluation plan soAN you can prove your success improve your services. WE HAVE APP THAT CANand HELP!
WE CARE ABOUT YOU!
Date
Time
Watch
*Thu Apr 15
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81660144684
Date Watch COCHRANE &Time AREA RESOURCES
Thu Apr 22
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81660144684
*Thu Apr 29
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81660144684
Mon Apr 26 7-8:30pm Online link sent to registered email Connect with services and resources, get assistance and find ways to have fun. Download the app or visit
EYE SPY GAME (DROP IN) (zoom password: 2c03sM) 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!
& ESSENTIAL SERVICES (CARES)
cares.glideapp.io
COCHRANE VIRTUAL ART SHOWS
Date
Time
Watch
Tue Apr 20
2-2:30pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/95023546641
Tue Apr 27
2-2:30pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/95023546641
December featured artist: Foothills Art Club cochrane.ca/ArtShow Virtual Christmas ArtWalk cochrane.ca/ChristmasArtWalk
PARENT EDUCATION AND SUPPORT Register by noon the day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide COCHRANE PRENATAL HEALTH GROUP (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
Location
Thu Apr 22
9:30-11am
Zoom link sent to registered email
TRIPLE P TIP TALK: FEARS (REGISTERED) Join an accredited Triple P practitioner for practical information and strategies to deal with fears. Suitable for parents with children ages 5-10. Date
Time
Watch
Fri Apr 23
1:30-2pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
OUR ACTIONS MAKE A DIFFERENCE • Be kind • Be considerate • Follow public health orders
ADULTS Register by noon the day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide DOING YOUR TAXES – Q & A SESSION Come to a question and answer information session with a Canada Revenue Agency Outreach Officer. Date
Time
Thu Apr 22 OR 2pm Thu Apr 29
Location Online link sent to registered email
BORROWING 101 – CREDIT COUNSELLING SOCIETY Participants will learn about the various types of financing including secured, unsecured, joint, secondary and short-term/high interest credit. They will also learn about leasing versus buying a vehicle, mortgages and student loans. Date
Time
Location
Wed Apr 28
1-2pm
Online link sent to registered email
We want to hear from YOU! Your feedback is important to help us understand why you may choose to use, or not use, the regional transit service to or from Calgary. letstalkcochrane.ca/regional-transit-service More info and to register: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
COCHRANE PUBLIC LIBRARY
OLDER ADULTS FREE HOME-BASED SESSIONS FOR 50+ ADULTS Join us for online sessions you can do at home. We’ll help you get started once you register — all you need is a computer or smart phone with an internet connection and sound. Must register: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide ZUMBA GOLD WITH ALISON: FREE Zumba Gold has pacing to suit the needs of active older adults, with zesty music and easy-to-follow moves! Can be modified to be done from a chair. Date
Time
Watch
Thu Apr 15
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
Thu Apr 22
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
Thu Apr 29
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
GENTLE YOGA WITH JILL NOVAK: FREE Gentle, methodical movements designed to enhance flexibility, strength and balance through safe, softer stretches. Sturdy chair required. Date
Time
Watch
Tue Apr 20
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
Tue Apr 27
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
THRIVE 50+ SERIES These sessions are all about helping you thrive. We will focus on education, workshops, community resources and wellness support. To register call 1-888-423-9666 or visit acaging.ca/calendar LIVING STRONG WORKSHOPS Living Strong workshops are all about supporting you to explore various components of wellbeing. Free booklets for this program can be picked up from Cochrane FCSS.
cochranepubliclibrary.ca
LIBRARY CLOSED TO PUBLIC; CURBSIDE SERVICE STILL AVAILABLE As of April 7, the library is once again closed to the public under the Step 1 restrictions. Curbside services is still available for all your library needs! Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. PET LIFEJACKETS, LEGO MINDSTORMS, MICROSCOPES, UKULELES AVAILABLE NOW There’s so many things to check out at the Library! And we’re always adding more so keep your eyes open on our social media channels to find out what you can check out for FREE with your library card! All Library of Things items available through curbside service. ONLINE CHAT NOW AVAILABLE Need help finding your next great read? Want to know more about our eResources? Need to know how to access your account? You can now chat with library staff, live! Simply go to our website and click the chat icon in the bottom right hand corner of the screen.
SUM MER Say NO to boredom!
LIVING PURPOSEFULLY Date
Time
Watch
Wed Apr 21
2-3:30pm
Online link sent to registered email
MEDICAL CANNABIS WORKSHOP Are you curious about how it works with the body or how to get a prescription under a doctor’s care? Join the Alberta Council on Aging for this info session with medical graduate Avanthi Lalbahadur and educator Karen McDermott. Date
Time
Watch
Thu Apr 22
2-3:30pm
Online link sent to registered email
SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL AND SPIRITUAL HEALTH Date
Time
Watch
Wed Apr 28
2-3:30pm
Online link sent to registered email
Li’l Campers | Ages 3-5 Adventurers | Ages 6-9 Explorers | Ages 9-12
Registration now open! See website for details. Complimentary before & after care (8-9am & 4-5pm). Camps are fully refundable should cancellation be necessary.
Join your community - 800 Griffin Road E. 403-932-1635 • slsfamilysportscentre.com
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’ve had a chance to set an intention for your day.
WE CARE ABOUT YOU!
WE HAVE AN APP THAT CAN HELP! COCHRANE & AREA RESOURCES & ESSENTIAL SERVICES (CARES)
Connect with services and resources, get assistance and find ways to have fun. Download the app or visit
cares.glideapp.io
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL BGCCA VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING CHECK OUT OUR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES.