DROP IN STORYTIME (PARENTED)
2025-02-10 11:15 - 12:15 (America/Edmonton) | 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!
Session #1 – January 13 – February 10

*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.

Event dates

Every week on Monday ends on February 10, 2025, 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Tech Hour at CPL
2025-02-11 10:15 - 10:45, 2025-02-18 10:15 - 10:45, 2025-02-25 10:15 - 10:45, 2025-03-04 10:15 - 10:45
Need help with technology questions or with using the Library’s electronic resources? We can help during our drop-in Tech Hour! No appointment is required. All you need to bring are your technology problems and any relevant devices.

Event dates

Every week on Tuesday ends on March 26, 2024, 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.

DROP IN STORYTIME *PARENTED
2025-02-13 11:15 - 12:15
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!
Session #1 – January 16 – February 13
*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.

Event dates

Every week on Thursday ends on February 13, 2025, 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Homeschool Game Club at CPL
2025-02-13 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-06 13:00 - 15:00
Cochrane homeschoolers are invited to join us for a new drop-in board game club on Thursday afternoons! Stop by for the whole two hours, or just for a couple of games, to socialize and play with your peers!
**Please note this program will NOT be running from February 18 – March 2, 2025!**

ENDS APRIL 10, 2025

Let's Go Lego at the Cochrane Public Library
2025-02-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-08 11:00 - 12:00
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.

Reel Fun at the Library: School Break Movie Series
2025-02-18 15:30 - 17:45, 2025-02-19 15:30 - 17:45, 2025-02-20 15:30 - 17:45, 2025-02-21 15:30 - 17:45
Lights, Camera, Action!
During the school break, we’re bringing the magic of movies to the library for families to enjoy together. Each day, we’ll feature a different movie to entertain and inspire young minds.
Bring the whole family and join us for a fun-filled series of kid-friendly films during the school break!
Space may be limited, so arrive early to grab your spot!

Rhythm Launchpad at CPL
2025-02-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-03-05 13:00 - 14:00
Homeschoolers ages 5-8 are invited to join us for a brand new music literacy program on Wednesday afternoons from 1-2pm! 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! Parents/guardians are also welcome to attend.
Registration opens at 10:30am on Saturday, January 4.

Event dates

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, April 2, 2025 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

The Hunger Games Book Club
2025-02-24 16:30 - 17:30
Are you a fan of The Hunger Games series and can’t wait for the new book, or have you never read the series but always wanted to? Now’s your chance! Read the whole series with us before the new book comes out!
Every three weeks we will be discussing one of The Hunger Games books in order of release.
This program is for all ages, but you have to be older than 12 to participate.
If you need a book, we will have copies set aside that you will be able to borrow with your library card.
You can register for this program on the Cochrane Public Library website.
The Hunger Games – Monday January 6th @ 4:30pm-5:30pm
Catching Fire – Monday January 27th @ 4:30pm-5:30pm
Mockingjay – Monday February 24th @ 4:30pm-5:30pm
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes – Monday March 17th @ 4:30pm – 5:30pm

ADULT BOOK CLUB AT CPL
2025-02-25 18:30 - 19:30
Whether you’re an avid reader, or looking to get out of a reading rut, everyone is welcome here!
Meet with fellow readers on the fourth Tuesday of every month for an evening of bookish conversation! Each month will feature a new read across a variety of genres — whether you’re a fan of sci-fi, historical fiction, or non-fiction, there’s something for everyone!
Registration opens at 10:30am on Saturday, January 4.

TEEN NIGHT TAKEOVER
2025-02-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-07 18:00 - 20:00
Calling Grades 9 – 12 teens! Looking for a fun way to kick back and hang out? Join us for Teen Night Takeover! Bring your friends, meet new ones, and enjoy games and snacks! Whether you love gaming or just chilling with good company, we’ve got something for everyone.Don’t miss out—see you there!
Pizza made possible by the generosity of Panago.

Event dates

Friday, January 24, 2025 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, February 7, 2025 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, February 28, 2025 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, March 7, 2025 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, March 28, 2025 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, April 4, 2025 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, April 25, 2025 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, May 2, 2025 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, May 23, 2025 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, June 6, 2025 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, June 27, 2025 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Icing Adventures Cake Decorating Workshop (ages 13-17)
2025-03-01 15:00 - 16:00
Want to learn how to make awesome cakes? Teens ages 13-17 are invited to join us and a real pastry chef for a super cool workshop!
We’ll learn all kinds of tricks to make fun edible creations, just in time for the Edible Book Day competition.
This workshop is the perfect way to get creative, have fun, and learn some new skills. Come decorate and get ready to impress everyone with your edible masterpieces!

Book Writing Workshop with Martin McAlear
2025-03-02 14:00 - 16:00
Join award-winning author Martin McAlear for a two hour introductory workshop on turning your book ideas into reality. You’ll learn everything from how to set up your plot and develop your characters to the basics of publishing, copyright, and more! Learn about the ups and downs of writing and hear stories from successful authors across genres!
This program is for adults only. Registration for this program opens at 10:30 am on Saturday, February 15.

DROP IN STORYTIME (PARENTED)
2025-03-03 11:15 - 12:15, 2025-03-10 11:15 - 12:15
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!

Session #2 – March 3 – April 7

*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.

Event dates

Every week on Monday ends on April 7, 2025, 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Phone Photography
2025-03-03 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-03-10 18:00 - 19:00
The best camera is the one you have with you!
Join us for this 4-week program and learn how to capture stunning photos with your phone. We’ll cover essential topics like composition, camera apps, phone editing techniques, and more to help you take your photography to the next level.

ADULT BOOK CLUB AT CPL
2025-03-04 18:30 - 19:30
Whether you’re an avid reader, or looking to get out of a reading rut, everyone is welcome at our new adult book club!
Meet with fellow readers on the first Tuesday of every month for an evening of bookish conversation! Each month will feature a new read across a variety of genres — whether you’re a fan of sci-fi, historical fiction, or non-fiction, there’s something for everyone!
Registration opens at 10:30am on Saturday, January 4.

DROP IN STORYTIME *PARENTED
2025-03-06 11:15 - 12:15
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!

Session #2 – March 6 – April 10
*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.

Event dates

Every week on Thursday ends on April 10, 2025, 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
