Art in the Park: May 20 to 24, 2025 *Artist Info*
2025-05-20 - 2025-05-25 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Dates:

May 20th – 24th, 2025

Artist Registration
Time:

Plein Air Paint-Out: May 20th-24th @ Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park from sunrise to sunset!
Wet Paint Sale & Soirée: Saturday May 24th, 4-8pm, @ Route 22 Gallery in Downtown Cochrane

Location:

Route 22 Gallery for artist sign-in and support stamping during gallery hours (May 20th-24th)
Continental breakfast for registered artists at Route 22 Gallery: Saturday May 24th, 8am-10am!
Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park for plein air painting: From sunrise to sunset!

Cost:

Route 22 Members – $30 (plus GST)
Non-Members – $40 (plus GST)

Full and Affiliate Artist Members of Route 22 Artist Collective will receive a 25% discount promo code for Art in the Park in their email. If you have not received your discount promo code, please email events@route22gallery.com.
What to Expect:
Artists will have an exciting opportunity to participate in the Come Paint Alberta Plein Air Circuit by registering for this fun, five-day event organized by the Route 22 Artist Collective!
For this upcoming Art in the Park, we are opening up the week leading up to Saturday May 24th to allow plein air artists more time to paint during the opening hours of the Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park. This will help accommodate busy artists and/or unpredictable weather. Artist will be required to have their canvas supports stamped with the official CPA stamp at the Route 22 Gallery during gallery hours before heading out to plein air paint.
Artists will receive their swag bag and can enjoy a continental breakfast on the morning of Saturday May 24th at Route 22 Gallery! Artists will then head to the historic Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation (GRPF) to set up for some inspiring plein air painting. GRPF golf carts will be assisting with shuttling artists and their materials around the park. **Artists must register for a time slot online to use the golf cart service; a golf cart sign-up link will be shared with registered artists. **
The GRPF tourist center will be open, but it is advisable to bring a packed lunch and water bottles as there are no other food services on site.
Parking at Glenbow Ranch Park is limited, so carpooling with a fellow artist from the Route 22 Gallery parking lot is also highly recommended!
Registration for this event includes:

Complimentary tote bag from one of our sponsors, Cochrane Tourism

Complimentary Continental Breakfast on May 24th, Saturday morning @ Route 22 Gallery (8-10am)

Eligibility to submit completed plein air artwork to the Wet Paint Sale. Plein air artwork must be finished and ready to hang to be put on display for sale in the Route 22 Gallery from Tuesday, May 20th, through to Saturday, May 24th for our Wet Paint Sale & Soirée event on Saturday, May 24th (4-8pm) at the Route 22 Gallery, located in downtown Cochrane!

**Artist will set the price of the completed plein air art piece. Artist commission is 60% on all wet paint art sales, and remaining proceeds will go towards supporting programs at Route 22 Gallery and Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park **

LEGION: POOL LEAGUE
2025-05-26 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-05-28 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-06-02 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-06-04 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-06-09 18:30 - 21:30 (America/Edmonton) | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AT 6:30PM
CONTACT PACIFIC VENDING AT (587) 577-5434

LEGION: DART LEAGUE
2025-05-26 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-06-02 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-06-09 19:30 - 21:30 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
MONDAY NIGHTS AT 7:30PM

LEAGUE CONTACT: WWW.COCHRANEDARTS.COM

LEGION: SHUFFLE BOARD
2025-05-27 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-05-31 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-06-03 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-06-07 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-06-10 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
2025-05-27 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-06-03 16:00 - 18:00, 2025-06-10 16:00 - 18:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DROP IN WEDNESDAYS AT 6PM

Start Up Cochrane
2025-05-27 19:00 - 21:00 | The Corner Coworking, 225 Railway Street E, Cochrane
WHEN: Join us on the FOURTH Tuesday night of each month, 7 PM – 9 PM at The Corner Coworking on Railway Street E in Cochrane, AB.

NOTE: EACH MONTH WE WILL UPDATE IF THERE WILL BE A TOPIC OR PRESENTER.

COST: Free

What can I do? How do I get involved?

For these events to be a success, and to grow the local #startup community, we need entrepreneurs at all stages of the startup & launch phases.

-Got a new idea?
-Have a concept you are curious about?
-Ready to pitch for funding?
-Looking to grow an existing business?
PLUS
-Have you launched a new business already?
-Are you an investor?
-Been involved in startups before? (Successful & less successful)
-Just plain curious?

Jilly's Smutty Corner Book Club
2025-05-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-03 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-10 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 😉

ARTS & JAM MIXER
2025-05-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Music starts at 7:00 Drop in: $5-10 cover appreciated, but not necessary.
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.

Writer's Unplugged Open Mic
2025-05-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Come share your poetry, stories, and spoken word at our laid-back Writer’s Unplugged Open Mic night – no technology, just raw talent!

Welcome to Writer’s Unplugged Open Mic ! Join us at Found Books & Shop in collaboration with the Alexandra Writers Centre Society for a night of creativity and community.

Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out, this event is the perfect opportunity to share your work in a supportive environment. Come listen to fellow writers, poets, musicians and storytellers, or take the stage yourself! Let your words flow freely and connect with like-minded individuals. Don’t miss out on this chance to be inspired and inspire others. It’s easy. Show up with a max of 5 minutes of material to share. Throw your name into the duck bowl. Readers are drawn at random.Please register in advance so we know you’re coming.

It’s easy.
Poetry, fiction, non-fiction, songs, dramatic monologues…anything goes.
Maybe you’re not ready to read in front of people and just want to enjoy the show. Be a part of our live studio audience, cheer on our writers.We are a licensed space also boasting a coffee bar & light snacks available for purchase.

2024 – 2025 Dates:Sept 25 | Oct 30 | Nov 27 | Jan 29 | Feb 26 | Mar 26 | Apr 30 | May 28 | June 25

LEGION: EUCHRE
2025-05-29 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-05 18:00 - 21:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DROP IN THURSDAY NIGHTS AT 6PM

BNI Inspire - Monthly In-Person Meeting(1st Tue of each month)
2025-06-03 08:00 - 09:30 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
We help business professionals grow their business through a structured, positive, and professional referral marketing program.
Every 1st Tuesday of each month at the Legion, from 8am to 9:30am.

Seniors Week: Cowboy Coffee
2025-06-05 10:00 - 11:30 | AB
Cowboy Coffee (SMF)
Stop in for free coffee or tea. Open to anyone over 50.

Book Launch with Author Lynsey Harper: Found With You
2025-06-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
RESERVE YOUR TICKETS HERE!
Join us at Found Books & Shop for a Book Launch with Author Lynsey Harper! Lysney will be with us for a night of author talks, treats, specialty cocktails, and a cozy book signing to boot! Come hang out to learn all about Lynsey and her writing process, and make sure to have your questions prepped for a Q&A. Books will be available for purchase on the evening of, while supplies last.
When: Sat June 7th, 7-9:00pm (Doors Open 6:30pm)
Where: Found Books & Shop, 208 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB T4C 1B7
Cost: $5 (plus tax) for entry, but this $5 goes directly towards the purchase of your copy of Found With You.
About Found With You:
She hates his denim jeans. He hates her button nose.
When Millie Adams steps off the bus in Braggan Valley with two suitcases and a backpack full of daddy issues, finding love is the last thing on her mind. She’s here for a fresh start in the mountains—a chance to focus on herself and keep the pain of her past at bay. But the universe seems to have different plans.
Enter, Caden Thompson.
He’s grumpy, he’s arrogant, and he’s six foot four. With dirt on his hands and a mouth to match, he’s the lodge’s resident fix-it man—and Millie’s latest problem. His own wounded past doesn’t exactly make him the settling-down type. He keeps it simple: no strings, no complications, no promises, and he refuses to let himself want for anything more. Especially not with a girl like her. Yet, as the summer progresses and Millie tries to find her way in the Canadian Rockies, fate keeps finding ways to throw these two together—forcing them to face their broken parts and let down their walls, whether they like it or not…
You don’t want to miss this one! Reserve your spot here!

Smart HR: The Key to Resilience
2025-06-10 07:30 - 09:00 | Smitty Cochrane, 312 Fifth Ave #28, COCHRANE, CA-AB, Canada
Join us on Tuesday, June 10, from 7:30–9:00 AM for an engaging morning of networking and insight.
We’re excited to welcome CBN volunteer Karlene Myers as our guest speaker. Karlene will share valuable updates in her talk:
“Smart HR: The Key to Resilience”
Discover how strategic talent management, a positive work culture, and flexible policies can turn HR into a driving force for risk mitigation and business growth.
Enjoy networking opportunities before and after the presentation with fellow attendees.

Bring a Friend – First-Time Attendees Get In FREE!
Invite someone new to experience CBN! First-time attendees are FREE when they come with a registered guest.
Just give us their name in the comments when you register your attendance.

Register in advance:

Before Hours - Coffee Break
2025-06-11 07:00 - 09:00 | AB
Kickstart your morning with our new monthly Business Before Hours Networking Event!

Exclusively for Chamber Members, this complimentary gathering takes place on the second Wednesday of each month—offering the perfect opportunity to connect, build relationships, and showcase your business in a friendly, laid-back atmosphere.
