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Paint Your Pet Pop Art Style
2025-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Edmonton) | The Creative Haven, #208, 118 1st Ave W, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 2N9, Canada
Join us for this super fun workshop event where we will paint our pets in this bold, pop art style. Throughout this workshop you will learn how to transfer your pet’s image onto canvas, block out different colour values, paint eyes and noses, and then paint in the fur in your choice of colours! This class is suitable for all skill levels, beginners are welcome!
Date: Sunday, October 26th
Time: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Where: The Creative Haven Art & Wellness Studio
Address: #208, 118 1st Ave, Cochrane (enter via exterior staircase on south side of building)
Additional Info: Please bring a lunch or snack as well will break for lunch. All supplies included. Alcohol in NOT permitted.
Upon registering, please send a good quality photo of your pet to hello@jilliangcreativity.com. We will make sure that the photo will work as a good reference for your painting.

Halloween Party at The Messy Moose Studio
2025-10-26 13:30 - 15:00 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
🎃 You’re Invited to The Messy Moose’s Third Annual Halloween Bash! 🕸️
Join us for a spellbinding evening of hands-on fun at the studio! We’ll be brewing potions, diving into spooky sensory bins, and stirring up a few tricks (and treats!) along the way.
✨ Come dressed in your favourite costume — or wear something that can get deliciously messy!
Spots are limited and vanish fast… don’t miss this magical night of messy mayhem and creative chills!

AGE 7+ Saturday, October 25th – 4pm to 6pm
AGE 1 TO 4 Sunday, October 26th – 10am to 11:30am
AGE 4 TO 7 Sunday, October 26th – 1:30pm to 3pm

Ages: Party times are grouped by age
Includes: Activities, all materials, treats (and pizza for drop off 7 plus party).
Space is limited. Please see the website for info and sign up!

Cobwebber Broom Workshop!
2025-11-02 11:00 - 14:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Cobwebber Broom Workshop!
Join Kayla Yearwood in learning the process of making a cobwebber-style broom!
Broommaking are practices steeped in tradition, and each broom you create is functional!
In this workshop, participants will learn the process of making a cobwebber-style broom from start to finish.
All tools and materials are provided.
The class is physical and will require the use of your whole body.
Date: Sunday, November 2nd
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Cost: $150, + GST | Fees
Ages: 18+
For more information and registration:
– Scan the QR code to get registered now!
– Or, visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!

Creating a Portfolio to Get Your Work Noticed
2025-11-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Creating a Portfolio to Get Your Work Noticed
Join Michelle Wiebe for CEDD Module 9 as she shares what organizations are looking for in portfolio submissions that go beyond image quality!
Showcasing artwork is one of the most important tasks an artist is responsible for. Portfolios are more than a collection of photographs; they are an introduction to your potential and show your skill to new audiences and funders. In this session, Michelle Wiebe will not only touch on the basics of documenting your work but also share what organizations are looking for in portfolio submissions that go beyond image quality.
When: November 6, 2025 | 6:30–8:30 PM
Where: Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, Cochrane AB
Cost:
Route 22 Members: Free!
Non-Members: $10 + GST | Fees
This series of Entrepreneurial Development workshops (CEDD Modules) are funded by PrairiesCan (Federal Govnt) and Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD).

Kid's Introduction to Acrylic Painting (Ages 10-14)
2025-11-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-29 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-13 11:00 - 12:00 | The Creative Haven, #208, 118 1st Ave W, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 2N9, Canada
Join us for this fun 6-week session where kids will learn the fundamentals of acrylic painting. Each week we will explore a different element of painting including colour, light, line, shape, positive and negative space and texture. This class is a nice combination of structure but also freedom to allow students the ability to experiment and express themselves.
Classes will be held on Saturdays from 11:00 am-12:00pm beginning November 8th, ending December 13th
Location: The Creative Haven
Address: #208, 118 1st Ave W, Cochrane, AB
All supplies are included in registration fees. Please ensure your child wears clothing that can get messy, paint does not always come out in the wash.

Saffron Studios Christmas Pottery Market
2025-11-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Saffron Pottery Studios
Join us on November 15th and 16th for our annual Christmas Pottery Market. Our members will fill our studio with tons of pottery and art that isn’t always available for sale in this twice annual event.
It’s the perfect opportunity to find the perfect gift for that special someone just in time for the holidays.. even if that special someone is you

The Market will be open Saturday, November 15 & Sunday, November 16 from 10am – 4pm

Kids Glow Party at The Messy Moose Studio
2025-11-21 17:30 - 19:30 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Get ready to light up the night at The Messy Moose Studio’s Glow in the Dark Party!
Join us for an electrifying evening filled with neon colours, glowing decorations, sensory bins, glow crafts and vibrant music. Dress in your brightest attire, and prepare to dance, paint, craft and party under the black lights. It’s going to be a night of unforgettable fun and glowing memories!
This is a drop-off event.
Details:
Date: Friday, November 21st, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Ages: 5 to 12
Cost: $40 plus tax
Includes pizza and all art materials.

Holiday Dried Floral Wreath Workshop
2025-11-30 14:00 - 16:00 | The Creative Haven, #208, 118 1st Ave W, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 2N9, Canada
Join us for this fun workshop where we will create these magical festive wreaths using various dried florals, moss and other adornments! All skill levels welcome!
Date: Sunday, November 30th, 2025
Time: 2-4 pm
Location: The Creative Haven Art & Wellness Studio (In Sheridan Mall)
Address: 118 1st Ave, Suite #208, Cochrane, AB (Enter building via South staircase)
All Supplies Included
Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages (Alcohol is NOT permitted)

Holiday Doorstep Arrangment with Elaine
2025-12-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Alberta
Come and create a fabulous arrangement of seasonal greens, branches, pinecones, and holiday glamour!

Participants will fill a 12″ pot of their own with a combination of seasonally available materials. We will show you inspiring combinations to try and guide you in creating your own masterpiece. The instructor will also share suggestions for keeping your arrangement looking lovely throughout the holidays!

All supplies are included to make a beautiful arrangement, except for the 12″ pot. Attendees may purchase a pot and/or any additional decorations if they wish to add to their arrangement prior to class. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the class if purchasing a pot.

You will need to bring a 12″ pot, apron, pruners, and gloves (or purchase on site before the workshop starts). You may also want to bring something to protect your car seat as these arrangements are a little messy to transport.

Instructor: Elaine Rude

Registration for this workshop will close on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.

Cost: $82.50 for Society members and $105 for non-member (plus GST). Not a member? Join us and save! (https://bit.ly/385lSac) Discounts on workshops is just one of the many benefits of being a Society member.

If you have questions, please call 403.287.3469 ext. 0 or email office@calhort.org.

Christmas at the Farm
2025-12-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Cheshire Farm, 280255 Range Road 54, Rocky View County, Alberta, T4C2W1, Canada
A magical holiday experience for the whole family!
Explore our beautifully decorated Christmas barn, meet our rare breed farm animals up close, and let the kids enjoy festive hands-on crafts. Warm up around the fire with a delicious hot beverage and a tasty treat available for purchase. Hour-long timeslots keep the experience cozy and personal. Tickets must be prepurchased—visit our website to reserve your spot.

Seal Skin Brooch Workshop!
2025-12-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Seal Skin Brooch Workshop!
Enter into Route 22 Gallery’s festive makerspace and join local Inuit artisan Denise Bryan for this relaxed social holiday workshop and learn more about Inuit culture while making a beautiful authentic seal fur brooch!
Materials Provided:
– With a value of $50, materials are sourced ethically and traditionally from Canada’s far north!
Date:
– Sunday, December 7
Time:
– 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Ages: 16+
Location: Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery
Fees:
– Full cost of workshop, including materials: $100 +GST | Fees
Visit our website’s events calendar to learn more about local Inuit artist Denise Bryan’s story and for further details!
For more information and registration:
– Scan the QR code to get registered now!
– Or, visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!

Kids Paint Night at The Messy Moose Studio
2025-12-12 17:30 - 19:30 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Get ready for a fun-filled Kids’ Night Out at Messy Moose Studio!
This special paint night is perfect for young artists eager to unleash their creativity. Kids will enjoy a night of painting, with all art materials provided, while indulging in delicious pizza. It’s the perfect chance for them to express themselves, make new friends, and bring home a masterpiece. Don’t miss out on this exciting evening of art, food, and fun!
Date: Friday, December 12th – Painting TBD
Time: 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Location: The Messy Moose Studio
Includes: Pizza and all art materials
Ages: 5 plus
This is a drop-off event.

“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

JAM & DRAW MIXER AT FOUND
2026-01-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
A welcoming space for musicians and artists at any skill level; play non-stop music with each other in an open circle, “living room” setting! If you don’t play, we will have a variety of art supplies available.
This space offers a chance to jam with friends and meet new people in your community. All instruments & genres (even spoken word/emcees) are welcome. This is a queer-friendly space.
Cover by donation: RSVP HERE

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 | 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

Kids Yoga & Crafts Fun at The Messy Moose
2026-01-31 15:00 - 16:30 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
MindfuLittles at The Messy Moose Studio
January 31st | 3:00–4:30 PM | Ages 4–9 | $45

Join us for a peaceful and playful afternoon with MindfuLittles, where kids can explore yoga, mindfulness, and creativity in a joyful, supportive space!

Mindful Littles offers children a chance to connect with their bodies, emotions, and imagination through playful yoga poses, breathing exercises, and a mindfulness-themed craft. These experiences help build confidence, calm, and resilience, inspiring focus and self-expression while nurturing curiosity and joy.

Location: The Messy Moose Studio
What’s included: Guided kids’ yoga, mindfulness activities, and a creative craft to take home!

Colour Pencil Semina
2026-02-01 12:30 - 15:30, 2026-02-08 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.

Open Late Thursdays at The Messy Moose
2026-02-05 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!

Valentines Cookie Decorating Class
2026-02-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Cochrane Baking Company, 101 Sunset Dr #4101, Cochrane, AB, T4C0W7, Canada
Come join the fun and learn the art of cookie decorating.
No experience needed.
I share loads of tips and tricks.
You leave with 6 beautiful cookies and recipes!
