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Summer Sidewalk Sale at Maple Leaf Quilting Company
2025-07-19 10:00 - 14:00 (America/Edmonton) | Maple Leaf Quilting Company Ltd., 9105 - 101 Sunset Drive, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C0W7, Canada
🚨Cochrane – You do not want to miss this! 🚨
We’re having a massive Sidewalk Sale on Saturday, July 19 from 10 AM–2 PM at Maple Leaf Quilting Company (141 River Ave) — and it’s not just for quilters!
Think: garage sale meets fabric & crafting paradise 💥
We’re clearing out everything from fabric and notions to overstock goodies, retired store samples, and quirky treasures you won’t see again!
🛍️ Looking for unique finds?
🧵 Want to shop local and score big deals?
🎁 Love crafting, gifting, or browsing a good sale?
This is for YOU.
✨ PLUS: If you’ve got quilt tops that need finishing, this is the last day to drop them off and get our biggest longarm sale pricing of the year!
✅ One day only
✅ In-store only
✅ Family-friendly and totally fun
📍 Where: Maple Leaf Quilting Company, 141 River Avenue
🕙 When: Saturday, July 19, 2025 • 10 AM–2 PM
💬 Bring a friend, come early, and let the treasure hunt begin!
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DIY Pressing Mat Class
2025-07-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Maple Leaf Quilting Company Ltd., 9105 - 101 Sunset Drive, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C0W7, Canada
✨ Try Something New in Cochrane – No Experience Needed! ✨
Looking for a quick, creative activity in Cochrane? Join us at Maple Leaf Quilting Company on Saturday, July 26 for a fun and beginner-friendly Pressing Mat Class!
In just 2 hours, you’ll create your very own custom pressing mat—an essential tool for anyone who sews, crafts, quilts, or even just irons! These mats are heat-safe, compact, and perfect to keep right beside your sewing machine or on your table for pressing seams, appliqués, patches, collars, hems, or anything that needs a quick press.
🧵 Why You’ll Love It:
✨ No sewing experience needed – seriously, beginners welcome!
✨ ALL materials included – just show up and craft!
✨ Choose from 8 curated fabrics to match your style
✨ Learn to layer, staple, and finish your mat from start to finish
✨ Leave with a custom project you’ll actually use again and again!
📅 When: Saturday, July 26 | 10 AM – 12 PM
📍 Where: Maple Leaf Quilting Company – 141 River Ave, Cochrane AB
💰 Cost: $44.99
👩‍🏫 Taught by: Sharla M.
👧 Ages 15+ (we’ll be using staple guns)
🎉 BONUS: Enjoy 10% OFF any fabric or ironing products used in the class—valid that day only!
Whether you’re a total beginner, a casual crafter, or a seasoned sewist, this is a fun way to try something new, learn a few skills, and make something functional and fabulous. Bring a friend or come solo—we’d love to have you!
💥 Limited seats available – sign up today!
👉 https://mapleleafquiltingcompany.com/products/maple-leaf-stitching-academy-ironing-mat-beginner-craft-class
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POPPY BROACH MAKING *FREE
2025-08-23 - 2025-08-24 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Help Make Poppy Brooches!Have some fun with clay and help make poppy brooches to donate to the local Cochrane Legion for Remembrance Day!All brooches will be donated to the local Cochrane Legion. We will be contributing to a Remembrance Gardens of Poppies— public installations honouring veterans and raising funds for Canadian Legions.All templates & materials will be provided, there’s no experience necessary!DATE: 23 August, 2025TIMES:– 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM– 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM– 5:00 PM – 6:30 PMCOST: Free: Register to save your spot!AGES: 8+For more information and registration:– Screenshot this post and scan the QR code to get registered now!– OR, visit our website @ route22gallery.com under events for more information!

“Evenings Light Dance”
2025-09-05 19:00 - 22:00 | Final Touch Art Studio, #10 118 1 Ave West, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Join Sharon and Mary for the first paint night back after the summer break!

TOTE BAG CRAFT NIGHT
2025-09-18 18:30 - 21:00
TOTE BAG CRAFT NIGHT
Date: Sep 18 • 18:30
Location: 79 Railway Street East, Cochrane, AB T4C 2B7
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Swiftie Night at The Messy Moose Studio
2025-09-19 17:30 - 19:30 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Calling all Swifties!
Join us for the ultimate Swiftie-themed party at Messy Moose Studio!
Get ready to make custom T-shirts, craft friendship bracelets, and sing your heart out to Taylor’s biggest hits during karaoke. It’s a night of fun, friendship, and music, with plenty of pizza to keep the energy going. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the Taylor Swift fandom, this is the perfect party to celebrate all things Taylor.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable Swiftie experience! Limited spaces are available.
Drop-off event
Friday, Sept 19th, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Includes: Custom t-shirt, pizza, and all craft materials

Fall Dried Flower Crescent Wreath Workshop
2025-10-09 18:30 - 20:30 | 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 crescent moon wreaths using various dried florals, moss and other adornments! All skill levels welcome!
Date: Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Time: 6:30-8:30 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)

Cinnamon Broom Workshop!
2025-10-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Cinnamon Broom Workshop!
Join Kayla Yearwood in learning the process of making a cinnamon broom from start to finish!
Broommaking are practices steeped in tradition, and each broom you create is functional!
In this workshop, participants will learn the process of making a cinnamon 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, October 19th
Times: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cost: $75, + 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!

Kids Halloween Glow in the Dark Paint and Pizza Party!
2025-10-24 18:00 - 19:30 | The Creative Haven, #208, 118 1st Ave W, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 2N9, Canada
Get in the spooky Halloween mood with this super fun Glow Paint and Pizza Party! This workshop is a fun and unique way to get creative, regardless of skill level! In this workshop you will have a fun sensory experience as you paint under black LED lights. Your canvas will be glowing with creativity and while instruction is provided, this is a no-pressure opportunity to come out and try something new in a fun and relaxing environment. This activity is suitable for kids ages 7-12 years old. Admission includes painting supplies, 2 pieces of pepperoni pizza and one beverage.
Date: Friday, October 24th, 2025
Time: 6:00-7:30 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

Halloween Party at The Messy Moose Studio
2025-10-25 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-10-26 10:00 - 11:30, 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!

Paint Your Pet Pop Art Style
2025-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 | 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.

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
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!
