Village of Play April Calendar Classes & Events
2025-04-14 - 2025-04-15, 2025-04-15 - 2025-04-16, 2025-04-16 - 2025-04-17, 2025-04-17 - 2025-04-18, 2025-04-18 - 2025-04-19, 2025-04-19 - 2025-04-20 | 128 1st street, 128 1st. Street East, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 1X6, Canada
🌷🧠 April Adventures Await at Village of Play! 🧠🌷
Weekdays this April are packed with purpose, play, and just the right amount of calm. Join us for a vibrant lineup designed for growing minds and bodies:
👶 Parent & Tot Play Hour Every Monday & Wednesday at 10am: Build bonds, meet new friends and spark joy through an open play hour!
🧘‍♀️ Pause, Parent, Breathe Yoga Class Wednesdays at 7:30pm: End your busy work and parenting day with movement, mindfulness, and me-time
🧘‍♂️ Strong Minds, Calm Hearts Yoga Class For Kids Wednesdays at 4:45pm: Kids learn to regulate their emotions, stretch, breathe, and boost focus through fun poses
🎲 Brain Builder Classes For Kids Ages 6-8 and 9-11 Years Old: Where Executive Functioning Skills come to life and practiced through games, teamwork, and creativity!
🌞 PLUS – Spring Break Day Camp is now open for registration!
Four full days of active, playful learning for curious kids ages 6–11 April 22-25, 2025. Spots are limited — grab yours early!
✨ Play with purpose. Connect with community. Grow through fun. ✨

FOUNDERS COFFEE
2025-04-15 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Edmonton) | AB
Join us for a morning of networking at our FOUNDERS COFFEE event on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at SUNNY SIDE UP in Cochrane, at 7am. This event is free, but you buy your own breakfast or coffee.
Dates: The 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 7am to 9am

EVENTBRITE RSVP

Where: SUNNY SIDE UP COCHRANE, 205 1st Street W. in Cochrane, AB
RSVP ON EVENTBRITE OR JUST SHOW UP!

St. Andrew's Community Lunch
2025-04-15 12:00 - 13:00 | St. Andrew’s United Church, 128 1st Street E, Cochrane, AB
Our free Community Lunch resumes next week: 12-1pm, every Tuesday, starting Sept 17th!Come join us for freshly-homemade soup, a bun, and good conversation, here at St. Andrew’s United Church.

LEGION: SHUFFLE BOARD
2025-04-15 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-19 16:00 - 18:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DROP IN TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS AT 4PM
DROP IN SATURDAYS AT 2PM

LEGION: CRIB
2025-04-15 16:00 - 18:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DROP IN WEDNESDAYS AT 6PM

Taproom Trivia
2025-04-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Rocky View Taproom, 420 1st Street, Cochrane, AB
TUESDAY, JANUARY 21 – 6:30PM TO 8PM

EVERY TWO WEEKS:
FEBRUARY 4TH
FEBRUARY 18TH
MARCH 4TH
MARCH 18TH
APRIL 1ST
APRIL 15TH

Jilly's Smutty Corner Book Club
2025-04-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Jilly’s Smutty Corner Book Club

Tue Feb 11th, 2025 to Tue Jun 10th, 2025

7:00 PM

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9:00 PM

The Smutty Romantasy Book Club! Welcome to the Jilly’s Smutty Corner Book Club, where passion meets magic and every book is filled with steamy romance and thrilling adventures. Dive into enchanting worlds where love knows no bounds and fantasies come alive. Our club is a haven for those who crave spellbinding stories of forbidden love, powerful sorcery, and heart-pounding desire. Whether you’re a seasoned romantasy reader or just dipping your toes into the genre, our community is here to share, discuss, and celebrate the hottest and most tantalizing reads. Join us for monthly book picks, lively discussions, and more. Get ready to embark on a journey where every book is a gateway to an unforgettable, smutty escape! No purchase necessary, although buying the book from us is appreciated 😉

COCHRANE BABY BOOMERS COFFEE CLUB
2025-04-16 09:00 - 11:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
EVERY WEDNESDAY – JOIN US AT ONE OR BOTH GROUPS!
GROUP 1 – 9 TO 11AM AT THE LEGION – 114 FIFTH AVENUE
GROUP 2 – 2 TO 4PM AT THE VENUE – 79 RAILWAY ST.

Music Bingo and Wings (Family Friendly)
2025-04-16 16:00 - 20:00 | Cochrane Legion, 114 5th Ave, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 1A5, Canada
Wings after 4:00, other bar food also available
5:3o Music Bingo
Everyone welcome
Family Friendly
No membership required
Follow us on Facebook at: Cochrane Legion, Men of Vision, Branch 15

MEET & GREET SARAH ZAGODA (NDP)
2025-04-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Half Hitch Brewery
Join us for a meet and greet with Sarah Zagoda, your federal NDP Candidate for the 2025 election.Tomorrow (Wednesday April 16th)from 6pm – 8pm at Half HitchedCome ask any questions, get information, share your concerns/thoughts, get a lawn sign or just come to say hello! Event is listed in the group events tab!Hope to see you there!

LEGION: POOL LEAGUE
2025-04-16 18:30 - 21:30 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AT 6:30PM
CONTACT PACIFIC VENDING AT (587) 577-5434

Gold Rush Treasure Hunt in Historic Downtown
2025-04-17 - 2025-04-18 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Found Books Prospecting Company needs your help!
April 10th, 17th, 24th & May 1st: envelopes holding golden nuggets have been scattered around Cochrane’s historic main street at the following establishments:
– Nectare & Root Florist
– The Social Spot Marketplace
– Amaryllis Crystal & Sound Portal
– Mackay’s Ice Cream
– Route 22 Artist Collective Art Gallery
– Rebel Comics
– Vine Coffee Co.
– Brio Boutique
– Horse Creek Heritage Candy
– Shredz Shop
– Found Books & Shop
Visit any of these establishments to pick up your first golden nugget, treasure map, & savings voucher.
The first three prospectors to collect and return all 11 gold nuggets to Found Books every Thursday by 7:00PM will be rewarded with a: $25 GIFT CARD!!!

50% off sale at Home Treasures
2025-04-17 10:00 - 17:00 | AB
Save 50% off at Cochrane Home Treasures on Saturday, April 17, 2025

Cochrane Classic Car Club meet Up
2025-04-17 17:00 - 20:00 | A&W WESTSIDE DRIVE
Cochrane Classic Car Club Thursday Night Show and Shine will start on Thursday April 17th (Weather Permitting) from 5:00 to 8:00.
The event will be held every Thursday during the season unless otherwise posted on Facebook at the A&W Westside Cochrane.
Hope to see everyone soon

LEGION: EUCHRE
2025-04-17 18:00 - 21:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DROP IN THURSDAY NIGHTS AT 6PM

VOTE FEDERAL ELECTION - COCHRANE
2025-04-18 09:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-19 09:00 - 21:00 | The Lions Event Centre, 109 5th Avenue, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Advanced Polling for the 2025 Federal Election starts April 18 to April 21 at the Cochrane Lions Event Centre, from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily.
Skip the lines on Election Day — vote early and make your voice heard!
Federal Election Day is April 28, 2025
Make a plan to vote and bring ID!

Ways to vote (included Advanced Polling Hours): https://www.elections.ca/content2.aspx?section=vote&document=index&lang=e&adv=mainstream&id_campaign=22387500163&id_source=181020875270&id_content=742302924125&gad_source=1

Election Day Hours: https://www.elections.ca/content.aspx?section=vot&dir=bkg&document=ec90815&lang=e

For all other information we encourage electors to visit Elections Canada’s homepage: https://www.elections.ca/home.aspx

#CochraneVotes #FederalElection2025 #VoteEarly #MakeYourVoiceCount

Parent & Tot Sing-Alongs
2025-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Frank Wills Memorial Hall, 405 1st Street E, Cochrane, Alberta
Welcome to Cochrane’s Parent & Tot Sing-Along Sessions!
Join us for a fun and interactive music experience with your little ones. Sing along to popular children’s songs and nursery rhymes in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
STARTING DATE Friday January 3, 2025
Time: Doors at 10:00 AM music starts at 10:15am
Location: Frank Wills Community Hall
Coffee, tea and cookies provided.
Bring your singing voices and get ready to bond with your child through music. No experience necessary, just come ready to have a great time!
Floor seating so bring a blanket, yoga mat or cushion if you’d like.
*Price is for parent & tot with no more than 2 parents per caregiver. $7/each drop-in or $20 for 4 consecutive drop ins (billed once at the beginning of the month)

Silent Book Club
2025-04-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
📚🐣🌸 Looking for a peaceful way to spend your long weekend morning? Hop on over and join us for the next Silent Book Club at Found. Bring your favorite book, grab a cozy spot, and enjoy some quiet reading time with fellow book lovers.
🗓 Saturday, April 19
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Found Book Shop
This month, we’re adding a sprinkle of Easter cheer to the mix! Whether you’re diving into a novel that’s as sweet as chocolate eggs or cracking open a mystery as puzzling as a hidden Easter basket, this is your time to relax and recharge. 🌷🐰
No pressure, no assignments, just reading. Come as you are and leave with a lighter mind and a fuller heart. 💛
https://buytickets.at/silentbookclubcochrane

EggaPOOLooza Easter Egg Hunt
2025-04-19 09:00 - 12:00 | SLS Centre, 800 Griffin Rd E, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 2B8, Canada
Make a splash this Easter at EggaPOOLooza, SLS Centre’s unique twist on the classic egg hunt! Dive into the Jayman BUILT Aquatic Centre to collect colorful floating eggs in the family friendly team competition. This fun-filled event features multiple 45-minute sessions, including a sensory-friendly option, making it perfect for all ages. Don’t miss out—register early to secure your spot in this one-of-a-kind aquatic adventure!

Let's Go Lego at the Cochrane Public Library
2025-04-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Join us for our all-ages Let’s Go Lego drop-in, where you can learn while having fun! We have lots of Lego Education and Steam sets and will be spending hands-on time letting our imaginations go wild!
We play on Saturdays between 11:00am and 12:00pm.

Easter Pop-Up Market
2025-04-19 11:00 - 16:00 | Spray Lake Sawmill Family Sports Centre, 800 Griffin Road, Cochrane, AB
Bring the whole family out on April 19th for our Easter Pop-Up Market at SLS Centre (curling rink). Shop and visit with the local vendors while the kids participate in our fun Easter Egg Scavenger hunt, colour their entry for the colouring contests and have their faces painted. The first 200 kids to complete their scavenger hunt receive a goodie bag!
There is a small $2/person or $5/family entrance fee.
Follow @quirksocial and @quirksocial_events on social media for more information including the full vendor list closer to the event date.
Interested vendors can apply HERE.

Saturday Meat Draws at the Legion
2025-04-19 13:00 - 17:00 | Cochrane Legion, 114 5th Ave, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 1A5, Canada
Come out and try your luck at winning one or more of our 16 weekly food and/or gift card prizes
Check out our website for other events: www.cochranelegion.ca
Follow us on Facebook: Cochrane Legion, Men of Vision, Branch 15

Home Tone Locals
2025-04-19 18:00 - 23:30 | The Texas Gate, 304 1st Street, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Home Tone Music is hosting a Live Music event to showcase the talented artists from the Cochrane area! Enjoy live performances, meet and connect with other music lovers, and support the local scene. Plus, don’t forget to join in on our silent auctions featuring unique items and experiences donated by the lovely community members and businesses.

MUSICAL GUESTS :
Mari RosehillDépaysésThe SeenagersAllen ChristiePassing PlutoMike BuckDingerThe Centre Ave Band
