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Rhythm Launchpad Music Literacy
2025-04-29 15:45 - 16:45, 2025-05-06 15:45 - 16:45, 2025-05-13 15:45 - 16:45 (America/Edmonton) | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Starting April 29th, kids ages 6-8 are invited to join us on Tuesday afternoons from 3:45-4:45pm for a six-week after-school music literacy program! Participants will have the opportunity to learn musical skills and vocabulary, get hands-on experience with rhythm and melody, and build their confidence by playing with their peers!
This program is free with registration!
Registration opens at 10:30 am on Saturday, April 5.

Artist Meet & Greet with Kelly Isaak
2025-04-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
The Cochrane Public Library is pleased to present an artist meet and greet with Calgary artist Kelly Isaak in conjunction with her TREX (Travelling Exhibition Program) exhibition, “Alone Together,” on display at the library from April 17 to May 14, 2025.
“Alone Together” is a solo exhibition of hyper-realistic pencil crayon portraits by Kelly Isaak. These are not just generic portraits; during one of the more severe COVID-19 lockdowns in Alberta, Isaak invited people on Instagram to submit their isolation photographs, which she then drew. Isaak’s work captures a communal familiarity in the isolated experiences we faced. The series shines a light on those times when we felt alone, yet navigated those moments together as a community.
Join us for this special opportunity to meet Kelly Isaak and hear her discuss “Alone Together,” her artistic process, and the stories behind her captivating portraits. Time permitting, Kelly will also lead a short drawing demonstration for attendees.

Jilly's Smutty Corner Book Club
2025-04-29 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-13 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 😉

Gold Rush Treasure Hunt in Historic Downtown
2025-05-01 - 2025-05-02 | 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!!!

Drop-In Storytime (Parented) Thursday
2025-05-01 11:15 - 12:15, 2025-05-08 11:15 - 12:15, 2025-05-15 11:15 - 12:15 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories that will incorporate early literacy skills into your daily routine. These sessions will keep your preschooler interacting from start to finish!
Spring Session: May 1 – June 5
*All Early Literacy sessions are drop in, to a maximum of 25 people. Program passes will be available on a first come, first served basis.

Cochrane Classic Car Club meet Up
2025-05-01 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-08 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-15 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

COMPOST GIVEAWAY *YOU BRING THE PAIL
2025-05-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-10 10:00 - 16:00
On May 3 & 10, bring your tools to collect free compost at Cochrane’s lagoon site, 141 Bow Bend Way.
Get up to two pails per vehicle and prepare your garden for spring! 🌱

Let's Go Lego at the Cochrane Public Library
2025-05-03 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-17 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.

Mental Health Awareness Week at SLS Centre
2025-05-05 - 2025-05-12 | Spray Lake Sawmill Family Sports Centre, 800 Griffin Road, Cochrane, AB
In honour of Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re happy to announce that all our drop-in Fitness Classes will be FREE for the week of May 5-11! See our online schedules for a full list of classes that will be available.

St. Andrew's Community Lunch
2025-05-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-05-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-05-20 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.

Free Community Movie Night
2025-05-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Cochrane Movie House
The next FREE Community Movie Night sponsored by Cochrane Home Treasures is Wednesday, May 7th!
Tickets can be picked up NOW (don’t delay!) at the Cochrane Movie House box office. Limit of 5 tickets per person.

NEW ORIGINALS LIVE AT THE VENUE
2025-05-09 21:00 - 23:30, 2025-05-10 21:00 - 23:30
NEW ORIGINALS LIVE AT THE VENUE
,MAY 9 & 10
9PM + TIL LATE!

Cochrane Library Family Scavenger Hunt: A 75th Anniversary Adventure
2025-05-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Join us for a special event celebrating the Cochrane Public Library’s 75th Anniversary and coinciding with International Day of Families! Families will work together, solving clues that lead them on an exciting journey through the downtown area. Complete the hunt for a chance to win a fantastic grand prize! Clues are designed for all ages, encouraging teamwork and family fun.
Find out more about this program by visiting cochranepubliclibrary.ca/Events/Cochrane-Library-Family-Scavenger-Hunt-A-75th-Anniversary-Adventure!
The grand prize for the hunt is a weekend rodeo package for 8 people, a value of $600.00!

Public Art Celebration
2025-05-10 16:00 - 18:00 | The Station, 360 Railway St W, Cochrane, AB, Canada
Join us as we unveil three incredible public art pieces by Karen Ho Fatt, Malann Klassen and Lara Kruger.
The Stations, May 10th from 4pm to 6pm

Home Treasures Free Swim
2025-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Spray Lake Sawmill Family Sports Centre, 800 Griffin Road, Cochrane, AB
Join us for a FREE SWIM brought to you by Cochrane Home Treasures.
Please register in advance to secure a spot!

Cochrane Historical Museum
2025-05-17 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Cochrane Ranche, Hwy 1A, Cochrane, Alberta
Visit the Cochrane Historical Museum Wednesday through Sunday (plus stat Mondays) until September 1st, 12pm to 4pm.
Learn more: https://urbancasual.ca/history-live-here-cochrane-historical-museum-opens-at-the-ranche-may-17th/
