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Your Annual Artist Journey: Reflect, Reimagine, and Renew Your Path!
2026-01-10 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Edmonton) | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Your Annual Artist Journey: Reflect, Reimagine, and Renew Your Path!
Join Jo-Anne Oucharek for CEDD Modules 10-11 for a full-day workshop designed to invite artists to pause, reflect, and chart their path forward in a way that feels inspiring and creative!
Together, we will walk through the stages of an annual journey:
Celebrating Achievements – Honouring milestones and successes from the past year.
Recognizing Challenges – Gently exploring obstacles and lessons learned along the way.
Imagining What’s Next – Identifying a meaningful path that aligns with your creative vision and growth.
Using guided exercises, group discussion, and a supportive template, participants will shape a personal roadmap for the year ahead. By the end of the day, each artist will leave with a clear, motivating direction—grounded in self-reflection and designed to support both artistic practice and creative opportunities.
This workshop offers artists a chance to step back from the day-to-day, reconnect with their purpose, and move into the new year with clarity and confidence.
When: January 10, 2025 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, with an hour lunch break at 12:00 PM
Where: Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, Cochrane AB
Cost:
Route 22 Members: Free!
Non-Members: $100 + GST | Fees
For more information and to register:
– Screenshot this post and scan the QR code to get registered now!
– Or, visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!
*This series of Entrepreneurial Development workshops (CEDD Modules) are funded by PrairiesCan (Federal Govnt) and Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD).*

“Winter’s Wonder”
2026-01-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Final Touch Art Studio, #10 118 1 Ave West, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Join the Final Touch crew for this fabulous paint night!

CHAT & CRAFT - EUNOIA FLOW SPA
2026-01-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Alberta
all are welcome! Bring a craft (or not), come meet some amazing people!

no charge

5PM
EUNIOA FLOW SPA (NEAR THE NEW COOP IN GREYSTONE)

CHAT & CRAFT AT FARMERS LEAF CAFE
2026-01-20 10:30 - 13:00 | Alberta
all are welcome! Bring a craft (or not), come meet some amazing people!

no charge

10:30am JANUARY 20, 2026
FARMERS LEAF CAFE

Open Mic Nights @ Route 22!
2026-01-21 18:30 - 21:00, 2026-02-18 18:30 - 21:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Open Mic Nights @ Route 22!
Calling all poets, musicians, magicians & comedians! Come share your talents in an intimate setting, or sit and cheer on your fellow locals!
Every 3rd Wednesday, monthly.
Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Route 22 Artist Collective
Cost: $5 for spectators (Free for performers)
Audience: All Ages Welcome!
Description:
At Route 22, we believe in ALL forms of art! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just looking to showcase your talents, this event is the perfect opportunity to share your music, poetry, comedy, or any other creative form of expression. A fun way to test out new material or get feedback from like-minded folks. Don’t be shy – bring a friend, grab a drink, sit back, and enjoy the show with us.
Pre-purchase not required, walk-ins welcome by admission at the door
Doors open at 6:30 pm for pre-show mingling and to sign-up for the stage
Performances begin at 7pm sharp
*Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at this event*

The Makers Table Art + Cafe, Adult Night at The Messy Moose
2026-01-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-11 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-04 18:00 - 20:00 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
The Maker’s Table at The Messy Moose is an evening art & café for adults who miss making things.
Wednesdays, starting January 28th, from 6 pm to 8 pm (to start!)
When the studio quiets and the lights soften, we set the table with thoughtfully curated materials, warm drink options, and space to slow down. The nights are open studio evenings where you can follow your curiosity without pressure.
No experience required. No perfection expected.
Just good materials, good company, and the simple pleasure of working with your hands and clearing your mind.
Pricing:
Menu to start – will vary
Needle felting kits $45. Add finger protectors for $17 or bring your own!
Silly animal wood paint kit $25 (Laser cut 3d wood, silly animal in a frame)
Water colour kit $20 (Includes take-home water colour paint, paintbrush and a small stack of water colour paper)
Drop in, create with our materials for $23. Includes options like sketching, use of watercolour pencils, colouring, pastels, and paint.
Add-ons: Canvases 5×7 $2, and 8×10 $4
Drop in with your own project, be social, $10, or for Seniors, $5
In collaboration with Still Water Tea!
Still Water Tea will be open for the purchase of tea and snacks, which you can bring back to The Messy Moose.
Come with your friends, or alone and meet new ones!
Gather, Create, Connect!

REGISTER HERE: https://messymoosestudio.com/product/the-makers-table-adult-night/

CHAT & CRAFT AT FOUND
2026-01-29 17:30 - 20:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
all are welcome! Bring a craft (or not), come meet some amazing people!

no charge

5:30PM JANUARY 29, 2026
FOUND BOOKS & SHOP

Interchange Opening Reception!
2026-01-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Join us for the next Interchange Opening Reception!
We are settling into the new year in the best way possible: with a Fresh New Art Installation!
We welcome you to explore the latest exhibition featuring stunning new artworks from our talented Route 22 Artist Member Collective.
Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and meet the amazing Route 22 Artists!
Date: Friday, January 30th, 2026
Time: 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, Cochrane, AB
Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of art and community, see you there!

Colour Pencil Semina
2026-02-01 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-02-08 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-02-15 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-02-22 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-03-01 12:30 - 15:30 | Final Touch Art Studio, #10 118 1 Ave West, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
This is a 5 week seminar that teaches the basics of colour pencil art. This seminar is for any level of artist; f on beginner to experienced.

Classics in Context
2026-02-03 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-03-03 18:30 - 19:30 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Join Elaine Phillips on the first Tuesday of every month as she explores books, art, and music through the ages! This series will include patron favourites as well as the impressionists, Dutch Masters, Vincent van Gogh, and varied women artists.
Winter Dates: January 6, February 3, March 3
No registration or experience required!

Open Late Thursdays at The Messy Moose
2026-02-05 13:30 - 19:00, 2026-02-12 13:30 - 19:00, 2026-02-19 13:30 - 19:00, 2026-02-26 13:30 - 19:00 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Super Fun Late Night Thursday at The Messy Moose 🎨✨
Thursdays just got way better.
Late Night Thursday is all about big creativity, zero pressure, and the kind of fun that only happens when the day winds down and the studio stays lit. Expect open-ended art stations, sensory play, music, laughs, and plenty of room to experiment, explore, and get messy.
No step-by-step projects. No “do it this way.” Just materials, imagination, and the freedom to create however it feels right.
Perfect for kids who love to stay up a little later, try something new, and hang out in a relaxed, creative space with friends.
Come for the mess. Stay for the magic.
Same great drop in price!

Your Annual Artist Journey with Jo-Anne Oucharek!
2026-02-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Your Annual Artist Journey: Reflect, Reimagine, and Renew Your Path!
Due to demand, Jo-Anne Oucharek is back for another full-day workshop designed to invite artists to pause, reflect, and chart their path forward in a way that feels inspiring and creative!
Together, we will walk through the stages of an annual journey:
Celebrating Achievements – Honouring milestones and successes from the past year.
Recognizing Challenges – Gently exploring obstacles and lessons learned along the way.
Imagining What’s Next – Identifying a meaningful path that aligns with your creative vision and growth.
Using guided exercises, group discussion, and a supportive template, participants will shape a personal roadmap for the year ahead. By the end of the day, each artist will leave with a clear, motivating direction—grounded in self-reflection and designed to support both artistic practice and creative opportunities.
This workshop offers artists a chance to step back from the day-to-day, reconnect with their purpose, and move into the new year with clarity and confidence.
When: February 7, 2025 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, with an hour lunch break at 12:00 pm
Where: Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, Cochrane AB
Cost:
Route 22 Members: $65 + GST | Fees
Non-Members: $100 + GST | Fees
For more information and to register:
– Screenshot this post and scan the QR code to get registered now!
– OR, visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!

Tween Paint Night at the Messy Moose
2026-02-20 17:30 - 19:30 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada

Sip and Sculpt Fridays!
2026-02-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Sip and Sculpt Fridays!
Join Michael Emery for a hands-on soapstone carving workshop. Enjoy some refreshments from our cash bar while you learn the fundamentals of shaping stone and creating a finished sculptural piece!
Participants will learn basic carving techniques, safe material handling, and simple hand-sanding methods using water to reduce dust. With the ability to choose from a small set of pre-selected shapes and designs, participants will be able to create a finished sculptural piece. The emphasis is on process, experimentation, and creative confidence rather than artistic perfection.
No prior experience is required, and each participant will leave with a completed stone carving they created themselves.
When:
– February 20, 2026 | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
– March 20, 2026 | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
– April 17, 2026 | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, Cochrane AB
Cost:
– $50, + GST | Fees
For more information and to register:
– Scan the QR code to get registered now!
– OR, visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!

Photography Basics with Jo-Anne Oucharek
2026-02-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Photography Basics with Jo-Anne Oucharek
Join Jo-Anne for a hands-on workshop designed for anyone who wants to take better photos, using a camera or phone!
You’ll learn:
– How to use the exposure triangle (aperture, shutter speed, ISO) without the jargon
– Simple tricks to compose stronger photos
– Why light is everything in photography
– Easy tips to practice at home or outdoors with any camera
*No experience required! — Just bring your curiosity and your camera (or phone). By the end, you’ll have the confidence to move beyond “auto mode” and start capturing photos that tell your story.
Dates:
– Saturday, February 21st | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
– Tuesday, March 24th | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
– Sunday, April 12th | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
– Thursday, June 25th | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Price: $25 + GST | Fees
For more information and to register:
– Scan the QR code to get registered now!
– OR, visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!

Paint, Sip & Create
2026-03-02 19:00 - 22:00 | VENUE SPORTSBAR AND GRILL
