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Tech Hour at CPL
2024-09-17 10:15 - 10:45 (America/Edmonton) | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
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.

St. Andrew's Community Lunch
2024-09-17 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.

After School Club at The Messy Moose Studio
2024-09-17 17:00 - 18:30 | The Messy Moose Inc., 123 2nd Avenue West, Unit #3, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Let’s ignite their creativity and unwind after school with some relaxing activities like crafting, creating, or simply chilling out with our sensory bins.​
This is a registered, drop off event.
Starting Tuesday, Sept 10th, now from 5:00pm to 6:30pm.$145/per month, drop off every Tuesday for some creative process art and sensory play!The first session runs from Sept to November.Register online to save your spot!*Can be billed monthly*
Location: 3-123 2nd Avenue West -The Messy Moose Studio

Rockyview Hotel - Learn to line dance
2024-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Rockyview Hotel
THE ROCKYVIEW HOTEL | EST’D IN 1904 – Celebrating 120 years in Historic Downtown.
+ Dance the night away at the @texasgate.cochrane !
+ Tuesdays – learn to line dance, 7pm
+ Thursdays – karaoke, 8pm
+ Fridays / Saturdays – all request DJ, 10pm
+ Sundays – All day free pool!
To book your stay & for more info: rockyviewhotel.ca

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Smitty's Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
2024-09-18 08:00 - 14:00
Smitty’s pancake breakfast fundraiser is coming up on September 18th! Join us for a delicious pancake breakfast for only $2.99 in support of the beautiful animals at the Cochrane Humane Society!

Volunteer and Board Member Recruitment (On-Going)
2024-09-18 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-20 08:00 - 17:00
Cultivate Cochrane Society is a local non-profit organization that teaches people about growing food in this climate, food sustainability, supporting community connections, and increasing one’s resilience in the ongoing changes happening around the globe regarding food, water, and health access. Please check out our website and Facebook page for further information.
https://cultivatecochrane.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1040271816164025/user/100067204061496/
We are currently seeking volunteers in numerous areas including ongoing maintenance and improvements to our Passive Solar mobile greenhouse, event planning and support, grant applications, program support, and long range planning for a permanent, largescale greenhouse and community space. We also require board members to oversee the operations of Cultivate Cochrane, continue building community networks, and increase stakeholders.
If you would love to work with an exciting group of passionate people who love food and seeing things grow, reach out to us. You do not need a green thumb or need to know how to garden. We can teach you, plus people with a variety of skills are needed. If you have an idea to bring forward, please let us know. We will work with you to match your interests with our needs. Individuals, groups, and organizations are welcome. People of all ages and life stages are welcome. Perhaps this could be a team building opportunity for your organization, church, community group!

COCHRANE BABY BOOMERS COFFEE CLUB
2024-09-18 09:00 - 11:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
EVERY WEDNESDAY – JOIN US AT ONE OR BOTH GROUPS!
GROUP 1 – 9 TO 11AM AT THE LEGION – 114 FIFTH AVENUE
GROUP 2 – 2 TO 4PM AT THE VENUE – 79 RAILWAY ST.

Seniors Fun Day - BOCCE BALL & CORNHOLE (Beanbag Toss))
2024-09-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Frank Wills Memorial Hall, 405 1st Street E, Cochrane, Alberta
Alberta 55 Plus (Zone 2) invites Cochrane and area Seniors to a free, fun day of BOCCE BALL and CORNHOLE (Beanbag Toss) on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 from 10:00am to 3:00pm at Frank Wills Community Hall, Cochrane, Alberta. Parking is available at the hall and bring a lawn chair.
Come on out! Try a new sport! Meet new friends! A BBQ lunch of hot dogs, fruit cups, chips and water will be served. If you wish to make a donation for lunch all proceeds will go to Frank Wills Community Hall.
Many Zone 2 members just returned from competing in the Canada 55 Plus Summer Games in Quebec City held from August 27-30th!
Established in 1980, Alberta 55 Plus is a not for profit volunteer group. We help mature Albertans enjoy a healthy, vital future through active lifestyle choices and promote sports and recreation development for all Albertans 55 years of age and older. Our membership includes Albertans from eight different zones of the province.
alberta55plus.ca

COCHRANE BABY BOOMERS COFFEE CLUB
2024-09-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Venue Bar & Grill, 79 Railway St E, Cochrane, AB, Canada

XC RACE SERIES - COCHRANE BMX
2024-09-18 17:30 - 19:00 | cochrane bmx
Are you ready to kick off fall?!
Join us every Wednesday for some fun XC racing at Buffalo Bean!
Are you and your family curious about BMX racing?!
Visit @cochrane_bmx on Sept 21 to give it a try!
Sept 27 brings our first (and definitely not last) Dual Slalom race night!!

530pm to 7pm at Buffalo Bean – Timed XC rates for ages 7+

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SEPTEMBER 21ST – COCHRANE BMX TRY IT DAY
10AM TO 12PM, COCHRANE BMX TRACK
OPEN TO ANY AGE

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SEPTEMBER 27TH – DUAL SLALOM RACE NIGHT + BBQ
5PM – 7:30PM BUFFALO BEAN
$5 CASH ENTRY FEE, INCLUDES A HOT DOG AND DRINK

PLEASE REGISTER: https://www.bikecochrane.com/events

Ukulele Classes
2024-09-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Frank Wills Memorial Hall, 405 1st Street E, Cochrane, Alberta
Weekly group ukulele classes starting sept 13 at Frank Wills Community Hall. Have fun and learn skills to play in a ukulele orchestra. Keep your mind and body healthy and happy. $180 for fall session. Bring ukulele, ukulele tuner, music stand and a smile. Contact Karen Rollins at krollins@telus.net for more information and to register.

Car Club Meet-Up
2024-09-19 17:00 - 20:00
Every Thursday, two of Cochrane’s car clubs meet at either the House of Cars or the A&W in West Valley at 5pm, to show of their cars and meet new people!
Everyone is invited to come out!

LIVE MUSIC at Half Hitch
2024-09-19 18:00 - 22:00 | Half Hitch Brewery
Join us every Thursday evening at 6pm for free local live music! Enjoy great tunes, local craft beer, and tasty fare. Here are our upcoming artists!

LIVE IN THE LODGE at Mr. Mike
2024-09-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Mr. Mike’s Steakhouse
Live in the Lodge tonight! Bring the entire Family…Lodge Night means all burgers are $13, 22oz House Beer only $7…and Our Little Doe Wine is 5$ off 1/2L!

Karaoke at the Venue
2024-09-19 19:30 - 23:30
🎤🍽 Join us at The Venue this Thursday for a night of delicious food and epic karaoke!
🎶 Get ready to sing your heart out starting at 7:30pm.
See you there! #KaraokeNight #TheVenue #ThursdayVibes 🎤🍷

The Rockyview Hotel - Karaoke
2024-09-19 20:00 - 23:30 | Rockyview Hotel

Jail n' Bail Fundraiser
2024-09-20 10:00 - 14:00

Little Sprouts at Growing Roots
2024-09-20 10:30 - 12:00
Get outside with your 18–36 month olds in this parented outdoor program at the Cochrane Ranch. This Forest School program provides a fantastic opportunity for kids to explore, play outside with other kids and make new friends. It’s for kids who are ready to dip their toes into the larger world but are not ready to be on their own just yet. Let’s help our littles embrace their curiosity and take on the world with confidence!
When: Friday mornings, 10:30-12
Where: Historic Cochrane Ranche
Who: 18-36 months olds and their families – siblings welcome!
Cost: First class free! Then $15/class. Register for only the class(es) you wish to attend
More details at GrowingRootsKids.ca

Games Afternoon at CPL
2024-09-20 16:00 - 17:30 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Join us for an afternoon of games, puzzles, and more! All skill levels and ages are welcome.

Event dates

Every week on Friday ends on October 18, 2024, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Every week on Friday ends on December 13, 2024, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Friending Fridays at the Taproom
2024-09-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Rocky View Taproom, 420 1st Street, Cochrane, AB
New in town? Looking to meet new people and make new friends?
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Join us every Friday from 4-6pm for FRIENDING FRIDAYS!
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$20 Pitchers
Complimentary Popcorn
Buy a stranger a pint for 10% off

Join their Friending Fridays Facebook group HERE.

Autumn Evening Pop-Up Market
2024-09-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Cochrane Lions Club Event Centre, 109 Fifth Avenue, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 0A4, Canada
VENDOR LIST Come out this Friday for our Autumn Evening Pop-Up Market!

Enjoy live music by Jeff Catto & a drink as you shop through the local vendors

Sept. 20th, 5-9pm

Cochrane Lion’s Event Centre

$2 entry

Vendors:
Dam Goat Soap
Homemade by Kerr
woodworn_yyc
Art cards by Allie
The Knitwitt
Art by Jeannine
Wild Rose Gift Box Co
Aya Glam Boutique
Back of the Spoon
Robin’s Nest
Fifth Avenue Collection
Superior Health and Safety
Snapitz
Totally Hooked
Design66
Memories of the Bay
Herbal Infusion Made by Lena
THriv Apparel
LeafFilter Gutter Protection

Texas BBQ with The Butchery Block
2024-09-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds, 109 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 0A4, Canada
The smoky, heart-warming, and mouth-watering smell of sizzling barbecue is in the air, and boy do we have something special coming!
We are having another special, limited-run event on Friday, September 20th featuring some of the most amazing Texas BBQ dishes!
We are offering both a 1/2 Platter and Full Platter for pickup from The Butchery Block with:
Smoked Brisket (1/2 Platter has 4 oz, Full Platter has 8 oz)
Smoked Pulled Pork (1/2 Platter has 4 oz, Full Platter has 8 oz)
Texas Hot Link Sausage (1/2 Platter has 1, Full Platter has 2)
Coleslaw (1/2 Platter has 2 oz, Full Platter has 4 oz)
Baked Beans (1/2 Platter has 2 oz, Full Platter has 4 oz)
Cornbread too! (1/2 Platter has 2 pieces, Full Platter has 4 pieces)
Orders are available for takeaway or you can sit down and enjoy the view from the Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds. You can place your pre-orders using our convenient online store, or stop by and visit us in person. Take a peak at the market inside while you’re here!
September 20th is the final one of the season so don’t miss out!

Legion DINNERS + KARAOKE
2024-09-20 17:30 - 19:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
Every Friday night from 5:30pm to 7pm – hit up the Legion for a pint and some dinner!
Various weekly options available.
+ Karaoke with DJ Marky Mark

To reserve a table for groups of 8 or more, please call: 403 932 2011

Christmas Toy Project Trivia Night Fundraiser
2024-09-20 18:00 - 21:30 | St. Mary’s Church, 10 River Heights Drive, Cochrane
Kiwanis Club of Cochrane is holding a Trivia Nightfundraising evening in support of our Annual
Christmas Toy Project for low income families.

$40 per person or $200 for a team of 6 people.

Entry forms available at www.cochranekiwanis.com

Where: St. Mary’s Church,
10 River Heights Drive, Cochrane

When: Friday, September 20

Light dinner at 6 pm and Trivia at 7 pm

What: Light dinner, trivia with prizes for the winning team,silent auction, cash only bar.

Everyone over the age of 16 welcome!

Teams limited to 6 members.

Join the fun and help low income families this Christmas!

SIP & PAINT FOR PAWS
2024-09-20 18:30 - 21:30
Event Highlights

This fabulous event is perfect for animal lovers and art enthusiasts alike. You’ll enjoy two glasses of wine, bubbly soda, or water, a delicious charcuterie board, a silent auction, exciting prizes, and best of all, a visit from some adorable furry friends.
Sponsored by Global Pet Foods Cochrane and guided by the talented artist Jillian Gabel, guests can choose to paint a shelter dog or cat, all while raising much-needed funds for the animals. Thanks to our generous sponsors, 100% of the proceeds will go directly to supporting the shelter’s animals.
Held at the Cochrane & Area Humane Society’s Rehabilitation & Education Centre, this event is exclusively for those 18 and over. Come sip, paint, and make a difference in the lives of our furry companions!

A Night with the Stars at CPL
2024-09-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
The Calgary Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada will be bringing the stars and more back to Cochrane! Join us for informative presentations on the wonders of the night sky, including solar & nighttime telescope viewing. Travel through space and explore the stars with the indoor planetarium and take part in activities that are out of this world!
Dress for the weather as part of this program will take place outdoors.
In partnership with The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada – Calgary Centre.

Live Music at the Venue
2024-09-20 20:30 - 23:59 | Venue Bar & Grill, 79 Railway St E, Cochrane, AB, Canada
SEPTEMBER 6 /7 – SIRENS’ GATE
SEPTEMBER 13 / 14 – BLACK LIGHT
SEPTEMBER 20 – SLACK ALICE
SEPTEMBER 21 – ROCK BOTTOM
SEPTEMBER 27 / 28 – JEFF CATTO

The Rockyview Hotel - All Request DJ
2024-09-20 22:00 - 23:30 | Rockyview Hotel
THE ROCKYVIEW HOTEL | EST’D IN 1904 – Celebrating 120 years in Historic Downtown.
+ Dance the night away at the @texasgate.cochrane !
+ Tuesdays – learn to line dance, 7pm
+ Thursdays – karaoke, 8pm
+ Fridays / Saturdays – all request DJ, 10pm +
+ Sundays – All day free pool!
To book your stay & for more info: rockyviewhotel.ca

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