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SUMMARY:Sounds of Summer
DESCRIPTION:From July 8th to August 12th\, join the Cochrane Public Library on Tuesday evenings at the Cochrane Crossing Civic Plaza for a series of outdoor concerts featuring local musicians! \nPack a dinner for you and your loved ones and relax on the lawn as you take in the Sounds of Summer. From bagpipes to classical clarinet\, opera\, and more\, there’s something for everyone at this new series — and you may just discover your new favourite artist! You’ll have the opportunity to learn about local musicians\, their creative process\, and the significance of their music\, all from the comfort of your picnic blankets. \nPlease note that in the case of poor weather\, Sounds of Summer will be moved indoors to the Rotary Lounge at the Cochrane Public Library!
URL:https://urbancasual.ca/cochrane-event/sounds-of-summer/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:The Station\, 360 Railway St W\, Cochrane\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Choir,Concert,Culture,Downtown,Free,Library,Music,Parks
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SUMMARY:Sounds of Summer
DESCRIPTION:From July 8th to August 12th\, join the Cochrane Public Library on Tuesday evenings at the Cochrane Crossing Civic Plaza for a series of outdoor concerts featuring local musicians! \nPack a dinner for you and your loved ones and relax on the lawn as you take in the Sounds of Summer. From bagpipes to classical clarinet\, opera\, and more\, there’s something for everyone at this new series — and you may just discover your new favourite artist! You’ll have the opportunity to learn about local musicians\, their creative process\, and the significance of their music\, all from the comfort of your picnic blankets. \nPlease note that in the case of poor weather\, Sounds of Summer will be moved indoors to the Rotary Lounge at the Cochrane Public Library!
URL:https://urbancasual.ca/cochrane-event/sounds-of-summer/2025-07-08/
LOCATION:The Station\, 360 Railway St W\, Cochrane\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Choir,Concert,Culture,Downtown,Free,Library,Music,Parks
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SUMMARY:Community Prayer Tree Gathering
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URL:https://urbancasual.ca/cochrane-event/community-prayer-tree-gathering/
LOCATION:AB
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Health & Wellness,Learning,Parks
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SUMMARY:Plein Air Oil Painting Demo with Marike MacDonald
DESCRIPTION:What IS Plein Air Painting? \nEn plein air is a French expression meaning “in the open air”\, and refers to the act of painting outdoors with the artist’s subject in full view. Plein air artists capture the spirit and essence of a landscape or subject by incorporating natural light\, color and movement into their works. \nDate: May 23rd\, 2025 \nLocation: Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park | Participants should meet at the parking lot at the main gate. \nTime: 1:30PM TO 3:30PM – MEET AT 1:15PM \nCost: $25 \nAudience: Ages 15+ \nAttire: Dress for being outside. \nNOTE: This workshop is subject to inclement weather. \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION \nMarike will work up a painting from start to finish (hopefully) using oil paint from the scene in front of her while explaining her process and answering questions. \nABOUT THE ARTIST \nborn and raised in South Western Ontario. Her early years involved the discovery of meadows\, woodlands\, farm and animal life. She showed an early propensity for drawing and longed to paint. Family resources would not allow it. After graduating from high school\, she enrolled in a Fine Arts Program at Humber College where she discovered Canadian art and the Group of Seven in addition to receiving instruction in life drawing\, painting (finally!)\, sculpture\, and printmaking. Since art school\, her artist training has been augmented by courses by various art professionals. \nMarike seeks to create works of art to share and stimulate others to an awareness of the preciousness and beauty within our world. Underscoring this yearning is her faith in God and the knowledge that whatever she creates is but the dimmest reflection of the natural world. \nFor thirty years\, Marike resided in Muskoka and was particularly inspired by the beauty of the lakes and forests of central and northern Ontario; the very landscape that had inspired the Group of Seven and countless other artists. Currently\, living in south western Alberta\, her current inspirations are the big sky and the grandness of the nearby mountains. She loves painting en plein air. She creates out of her home studio in Cochrane and she paints using oils or acrylic paints. Her work was been featured in the July 2019 issue of the Muskoka Life magazine\, and in the October 2020 issue of Arabella. Marike is represented by the Eclipse Gallery in Huntsville\, Ontario and in the Route 22 Collective Gallery in Cochrane\, Alberta.
URL:https://urbancasual.ca/cochrane-event/plein-air-oil-painting-demo-with-marike-macdonald-may-23-2025-pm/
LOCATION:Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Learning,Parks,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Plein Air Oil Painting Demo with Marike MacDonald
DESCRIPTION:What IS Plein Air Painting? \nEn plein air is a French expression meaning “in the open air”\, and refers to the act of painting outdoors with the artist’s subject in full view. Plein air artists capture the spirit and essence of a landscape or subject by incorporating natural light\, color and movement into their works. \nDate: May 23rd\, 2025 \nLocation: Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park | Participants should meet at the parking lot at the main gate. \nTime: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nCost: FREE DEMO \nAudience: Ages 15+ \nAttire: Dress for being outside. \nNOTE: This workshop is subject to inclement weather. \nCOURSE DESCRIPTION \nMarike will work up a painting from start to finish (hopefully) using oil paint from the scene in front of her while explaining her process and answering questions. \nABOUT THE ARTIST \nborn and raised in South Western Ontario. Her early years involved the discovery of meadows\, woodlands\, farm and animal life. She showed an early propensity for drawing and longed to paint. Family resources would not allow it. After graduating from high school\, she enrolled in a Fine Arts Program at Humber College where she discovered Canadian art and the Group of Seven in addition to receiving instruction in life drawing\, painting (finally!)\, sculpture\, and printmaking. Since art school\, her artist training has been augmented by courses by various art professionals. \nMarike seeks to create works of art to share and stimulate others to an awareness of the preciousness and beauty within our world. Underscoring this yearning is her faith in God and the knowledge that whatever she creates is but the dimmest reflection of the natural world. \nFor thirty years\, Marike resided in Muskoka and was particularly inspired by the beauty of the lakes and forests of central and northern Ontario; the very landscape that had inspired the Group of Seven and countless other artists. Currently\, living in south western Alberta\, her current inspirations are the big sky and the grandness of the nearby mountains. She loves painting en plein air. She creates out of her home studio in Cochrane and she paints using oils or acrylic paints. Her work was been featured in the July 2019 issue of the Muskoka Life magazine\, and in the October 2020 issue of Arabella. Marike is represented by the Eclipse Gallery in Huntsville\, Ontario and in the Route 22 Collective Gallery in Cochrane\, Alberta.
URL:https://urbancasual.ca/cochrane-event/plein-air-oil-painting-demo-with-marike-macdonald/
LOCATION:Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park
CATEGORIES:Art,Crafts,Learning,Parks,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Art in the Park: May 20 to 24\, 2025 *Artist Info*
DESCRIPTION:Dates: \n\nMay 20th – 24th\, 2025\n\n  \nArtist Registration \nTime: \n\nPlein Air Paint-Out: May 20th-24th @ Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park from sunrise to sunset!\nWet Paint Sale & Soirée: Saturday May 24th\, 4-8pm\, @ Route 22 Gallery in Downtown Cochrane\n\nLocation: \n\nRoute 22 Gallery for artist sign-in and support stamping during gallery hours (May 20th-24th)\nContinental breakfast for registered artists at Route 22 Gallery: Saturday May 24th\, 8am-10am!\nGlenbow Ranch Provincial Park for plein air painting: From sunrise to sunset!\n\nCost: \n\nRoute 22 Members – $30 (plus GST)\nNon-Members – $40 (plus GST)\n\nFull 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. \nWhat to Expect: \nArtists 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! \nFor 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. \nArtists 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. ** \nThe 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. \nParking at Glenbow Ranch Park is limited\, so carpooling with a fellow artist from the Route 22 Gallery parking lot is also highly recommended! \nRegistration for this event includes: \n\nComplimentary tote bag from one of our sponsors\, Cochrane Tourism\n\n\nComplimentary Continental Breakfast on May 24th\, Saturday morning @ Route 22 Gallery (8-10am)\n\n\nEligibility 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!\n\n**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 ** \n  \n 
URL:https://urbancasual.ca/cochrane-event/art-in-the-park-may-20-to-24-2025-artist-info/
LOCATION:Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery\, 208 1st Street W.\, Cochrane\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Learning,Networking,Parks
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SUMMARY:The Coldest Night of the Year Walk 2025
DESCRIPTION:Want to Go for a Walk? \n\n\n\nJoin us for the Coldest Night of the Year on Feb. 22/25!  It’s more than just a walk—it’s a chance to make a difference for the hurt\, hungry\, and homeless in our community.\n\n\n\nTogether\, we’ll raise funds\, build awareness\, and share warmth with those who need it most.  Whether you walk with friends\, family\, or coworkers\, every step matters.\n\n\n\n Here’s how you can join us:\n Register your team or yourself at cnoy.org/Cochrane\n Start fundraising (it’s easier than you think!)\n Show up ready to walk and warm hearts!\n\n\nWe walk because everyone deserves care and kindness. Will you step up? \n\n\n\n Let’s lace up for a cause. See you there! \n\n  \nFULL DETAILS ABOUT THE WALK AND HOW TO REGISTER: https://cnoy.org/location/cochrane
URL:https://urbancasual.ca/cochrane-event/the-coldest-night-of-the-year-walk-2025/
LOCATION:AB
CATEGORIES:advocacy,Community,Family Friendly,Fundraiser,Parents & Caregivers,Parks,Run/Walk
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CREATED:20250117T170031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T170031Z
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SUMMARY:Living Sustainably III Series
DESCRIPTION:Living Sustainably Series III – Session 02 | Wildfire Smoke & Air Quality in the Bow Valley | Saturday\, January 18 | 10:00 – 11:30amWildfires are occurring more frequently in western Canada\, the resulting wildfire smoke continues to impact air quality in the Bow Valley. The Calgary Region Airshed Zone (CRAZ) monitors\, collects\, and analyzes air quality data in Calgary and the surrounding region. For this session CRAZ will review and discuss the following: the composition of smoke; fire and air; how smoke can negatively affect a person’s health; how to protect yourself during smoke events; overview of the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI); and overall air quality trends in the Bow Valley.Speakers: Mandeep Dhaliwal\, Air Quality Program Manager and Tanya Carlson\, Engagement Program Manager\, both with CRAZ.CRAZ has developed a “Community Guide to Wildfire Smoke and Health’\, to provide consistent Alberta-specific messaging\, resources\, and information to help municipalities\, companies\, schools\, organizations and the public to plan for and prepare for wildfire smoke events.Location: Frank Wills Memorial Hall (405 – 1st Street East\, Cochrane)Sessions are free of charge\, but registration is requested.Register in advance: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/wildfire-smoke-and-air-quality-in-the-bow-valley-tickets-1135132193949?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwY2xjawH3a5BleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHcre5RH91BRAiP0y3p89G2jHYPn35c7WVSAfGWf1qxXmTjFHnUlVy0eEvQ_aem_tg8v0Ct_wrOwrouwLvVHJg‘Living Sustainably Series III’ is the third series of speaker presentations for Cochrane area residents\, organized and hosted by CEAC. Sessions will be scheduled every month until April\, 2025.Speaker Series Information for all Sessions: https://bit.ly/4fOittxPlease share with your friends and neighbours!
URL:https://urbancasual.ca/cochrane-event/living-sustainably-iii-series/
LOCATION:AB
CATEGORIES:advocacy,Community,Environment,Free,Learning,Parks
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SUMMARY:Art in the Park: Plein Air Paint Out - September 24-29\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Artists will have an exciting opportunity to participate in the Come Paint Alberta Plein Air Circuit by registering for this fun\, six-day event organized by the Route 22 Artist Collective! \nFor this upcoming Art in the Park\, we are opening up the week leading up to September 29th to allow plein air artists more time to paint during the opening hours of the Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation. 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. \nArtists will receive their swag bag and can enjoy a continental breakfast on the morning of September 28th 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. 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. \nParking at Glenbow Ranch Park is limited\, so carpooling with a fellow artist from the Route 22 Gallery parking lot is also highly recommended! \nRegistration for this event includes:\n– Complimentary tote bag from one of our sponsors\, Cochrane Tourism\n– Complimentary Continental Breakfast on Sept. 28th\, Saturday Morning @ Route 22 Gallery (8-10am)\n– One ticket for the Artist Soirée event on Saturday\, September 28th (5-8pm) at Route 22 Gallery\n– Eligibility to submit plein air artwork to the 1st Annual Year-End Round-Up & Live Art Auction on Sunday\, September 29th (2-6pm) at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 15\n***artist commission is 60% of the hammer price\, and remaining proceeds will go towards supporting programs at Route 22 Gallery and Come Paint Alberta**\n– Complimentary 1-year Support Membership to Route 22 Gallery (value of $20)\, which includes a 10% discount code for Route 22 Gallery workshops!
URL:https://urbancasual.ca/cochrane-event/art-in-the-park-plein-air-paint-out-september-24-29-2024/
LOCATION:Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery\, 208 1st Street W.\, Cochrane\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Art,Learning,Parks
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