THINGS TO DO | #COCHRANETOGETHER | COCHRANE.CA | JULY 8-22 BABIES, TODDLERS, PRESCHOOLERS (ages 0-5) STAY AND PLAY KITS These kits simplify your fun at-home activities. Kits are delivered to your door and include all the instructions and supplies for crafts and games. One kit per family. Register at cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide. BOOKWORMS AND SONGBIRDS Join us for a virtual story time followed by fun and interactive songs. Book of the week will be posted on fb.com/cochraneFRN Watch
COCHRANE PRENATAL HEALTH GROUP Join an AHS childbirth educator and connect with other parents on a wide variety of pregnancy, birth, infant care and parenthood topics. Date
Time
Watch
Thu Jul 9
1-2:30pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
Thu Jul 23
1-2:30pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
INFANT MASSAGE Learn massage strokes and how they benefit your baby physically, emotionally and psychologically. Open to parents with babies from four weeks old to not yet crawling. No prior skills required.
Date
Time
Wed Jul 8
10-10:30am https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87469747452
Date
Time
Watch
Wed Jul 15
10-10:30am https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87469747452
Tue Jul 15
2-3pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
Wed Jul 22
10-10:30am https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87469747452
PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME (zoom password: 6Ckcz4) Tune in for storytime fun and songs to get your little ones moving and grooving! Register for bi-weekly craft session* cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide Date
Time
Watch
Thu Jul 9
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81377599648
*Thu Jul 16
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81377599648
Thu Jul 23
10:30-11am
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81377599648
YOGARILLA (zoom password: 4jEife) Join Amanda for some namaste and chill! This session incorporates fun poses for children, increasing their body awareness and providing them with tools for self-regulation. Date
Time
Watch
Thu Jul 23
1:30-2pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84666036114
SCAVENGER HUNT Head outdoors and have fun exploring local parks and open spaces! Find the items on the list we email. Go whenever is best for your family! Activity is not monitored or facilitated by staff. Date
Time
Watch
Tue Jul 14
1:30-2:30pm Register by noon Mon; list sent by email
PARENT EDUCATION AND SUPPORT Register by noon the day before the session: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide TRIPLE P TALKS Join an accredited Triple P practitioner for practical information and strategies on a variety of parenting topics!
PARENT COFFEE AND CONNECT Join other parents and caregivers for conversation and connection. A family support worker helps guide conversation and answer questions. Date
Time
Watch
Tue Jul 21
2-3pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
ARTS AND CULTURE NEW: all classes are FREE. Online drop-ins welcome with registration. Register: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide NEW: LET’S BUILD TINY BOATS THAT FLOAT TOGETHER (AGES 6-11) Build fun tiny boats from simple colourful clay, nature and recycling. Develop skills while you work on your project between classes. Date
Time
Wed Jul 8-29
11am-12pm
WE’LL BUILD 3-D ART TOGETHER (AGES 6-11) Sculpt fun creatures from simple colourful clay, nature and recycling. Develop skills while you work on your project between classes. Date
Time
Wed Jul 8-29
2-3pm
WE’LL DRAW TOGETHER (AGES 8-12) Design characters and animals such as wildlife and pets while learning comic book drawing techniques and realistic drawing skills. Date
Time
Thu Jul 9-23
11am-12pm OR 2-3pm
WE’LL CREATE ART TOGETHER (AGES 6-11) A variety of art materials used in art projects will build on skills and enjoyment of the arts.
Date
Time
Watch
Tue Jul 7
10-10:30am
Topic: Potty training (toddlers) Zoom link sent to registered email
Tue Jul 14
10-10:30am
Topic: Fears (school-aged) Zoom link sent to registered email
Tue Jul 21
10-10:30am
Topic: Tantrums (toddlers) Zoom link sent to registered email
MENTAL HEALTH TIP
Tue Jul 28
10-10:30am
Topic: Fighting and aggression (preschool aged) Zoom link sent to registered email
Having a routine can help ease anxiety. Keep bedtime and wake up time consistent. Keep up with personal hygiene. Exercise regularly, schedule work time and rest time. Don’t forget to have fun!
Date
Time
Fri Jul 10-24
11am-12pm OR 2-3pm
YOUTH MENTAL WELLNESS SUMMER SCAVENGER HUNT (AGES 12-18) Search through online resources to learn about your mental well-being, how to take care of yourself and how to help others. Complete the final quiz for your chance to win one of three Wellness Kits valued at $30 and a Grand Prize Wellness Kit valued at $50. Register to receive your scavenger hunt instructions at cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
OLDER ADULTS
COCHRANE PUBLIC LIBRARY cochranepubliclibrary.ca
LIBRARY REOPENING JUNE 29 The Cochrane Public Library is very excited to welcome back our patrons! Monday-Saturday: 9:30am-10:30am for our vulnerable population; 10:30am-6pm for general population. Ten patrons in at a time; 30 minute time limit. See full details on our website.
FREE HOME-BASED CLASSES FOR 50+ ADULTS Join us for online classes 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
LIBRARY BOOK CHUTE OPEN Please return books, movies, video games, CDs, magazines and other appropriate items through the book chute. All physical items should be returned to the front desk. NO donations will be accepted at this time. All fines and fees will be waived.
COUCH POTATO ADVENTURER TOUR FREE Join us from the comfort of your home as we learn about the art and history of Vincent Van Gogh through the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Stay online after the tour for conversation.
LIBRARY E-RESOURCES There’s so much to explore with the Library’s eResources! Available 24/7 with your library card! Go to cochranepubliclibrary.ca/ eresources for a complete list!
Date
Time
Watch
Mon Jul 13
2-3pm
Zoom link sent to registered email
CHAIR “ZOOM”BA GOLD WITH ALLISON: SINGLE CLASS REGISTERED DROP-IN Zumba Gold has pacing to suit the needs of active older adults, with zesty music and easy-to-follow moves! Date
Time
Watch
Thu Jul 16
11-11:40am
Zoom link sent to registered email
LIBRARY NEWSLETTER The Library is starting a newsletter! Stay up-to-date on the latest library news, events, and programs! Go to our webpage and scroll to the bottom to sign-up! SUMMER READING CLUB REGISTRATION ON NOW Register online for the TD Summer Reading Club! Sign-up at tdsummerreadingclub.ca. Reading sheets are available at the front desk of the library to earn small prizes and to enter for the grand prize draw.
GENTLE YOGA WITH JILL: SINGLE CLASS REGISTERED DROP-IN Gentle, methodical movements designed to enhance flexibility, strength and balance through safe, softer stretches. Sturdy chair required. Date
Time
Watch
Tue Jul 21
10:30-11:30am
Zoom link sent to registered email
More info and to register: cochrane.ca/ProgramGuide
Say NO to boredom!
SUMM ER Registration now open! See website for details
Explorers | Ages 6-12 | Lil’ Campers | Ages 4-6 Bow RiversEdge Campground
Fireside of Cochrane
FITNESS CENTRE Now open!
Now open - 10am-8pm See website for schedule
Join your community at 800 Griffin Road E. info@slsfsc.com | slsfamilysportscentre.com
6am-9pm
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL BGCCA VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING CHECK OUT OUR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES.
Call 403-851-2250 COCHRANE VIRTUAL ART SHOWS July featured artist: Stockmen’s Library cochrane.ca/ArtShow
We can help with: • access to food • housing support • information on provincial and federal financial assistance programs • supportive counselling and referrals • parenting support • activities for children, youth and families
TAKE A TOUR OF COCHRANE FIRE STATION 151 Get a behind the scenes look at one of the Town’s most loved facilities with the launch of their new interactive 360º virtual tour of the Protective Services Centre. cochrane.ca/FirePrevention
• seniors support • taking orders for meals for your freezer • connecting you to our Volunteer Income Tax Program (subject to financial eligibility. Note: Canada Revenue Agency extended deadline to June 1, 2020 for individual 2019 returns.)
More info: cochrane.ca/FCSS
TOWN OF COCHRANE
PROVINCE OF ALBERTA
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT
COVID-19 RESPONSE
COVID-19 SUPPORTS FOR ALBERTANS
COVID-19 ECONOMIC RESPONSE PLAN
cochrane.ca/COVID-19
alberta.ca/covid-19-supports-for-albertans.aspx
INFO INCLUDED
INFO INCLUDED
canada.ca/en/department-finance/ economic-response-plan.html
Emergency isolation supports, utility deferrals, student loan repayment deferrals and more.
Emergency isolation supports, utility deferrals, student loan repayment deferrals and more.
Support for individuals and families including: New Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), Employment Insurance (EI), Canada Child Benefit, GST Credit, Income Tax and Mortgage supports. In addition there are supports for businesses and support for industries.
HELP IN TOUGH TIMES www.albertahealthservices.ca/amh/Page16759.aspx At some point in our lives we all have stressful times. We can be impacted by such things as financial pressures, unexpected difficulties, unemployment, or stressful situations such as the current outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
INFO INCLUDED
COVID-19: CONTACT TRACING APP
MENTAL HEALTH HELP LINE
KIDS HELP PHONE
ALBERTA TRACE TOGETHER
MyHealth.Alberta.ca
KidsHelpPhone.ca
alberta.ca/ab-trace-together.aspx
1-877-303-2642
1-800-668-6868
INFO INCLUDED
Text COVID19HOPE to 393939 for a set of daily messages, people receive advice and encouragement helpful in developing healthy personal coping skills and resiliency.
Text 686868
ABTraceTogether is a mobile contact tracing app that let's you know if you've been exposed to COVID-19 – or if you've exposed others – while protecting your privacy
#COCHRANESAYSTHANKS
MENTAL HEALTH TIP
Help us continue to bring the community together with #CochraneSaysThanks
If you’re able, support your community, help others with shopping or errands, volunteer for a local organization, or check in on your isolated neighbours.
Let us know about the great things you’ve seen, kind things that people have done, or things that bring you some joy by illustrating it in our #CochraneSaysThanks poster. Download the poster, print it off, and make it your own! Share a picture on social media with the #CochraneSaysThanks hashtag. The Town will be releasing the schedule of free online #CochraneSaysThanks events in the coming days and weeks. Find events and a downloadable poster on cochrane.ca/COVID-19.
Cochranites are renowned for their acts of generosity during times of uncertainty, but sometimes, it can be difficult to know exactly how to help. Find resources including a downloadable neighbour help card at cochrane.ca/COVID-19.