Cochrane House Concerts: Big Little Lions
2025-01-15 00:00 (America/Edmonton)
For our first show of 2025, are thrilled to welcome Big Little Lions! As always, the cost will be $25 per ticket and your ticket can be secured with an e-transfer to tickets@willowspringsss.com.

Big Little Lions are an award winning duo who were born out of a collaboration that won them a JUNO Award in 2014. Since then they have been cranking out infectious folk pop songs that are jam-packed with emotion and tight harmonies that sound like the product of two people working side-by-side instead of living in different countries.

They have released 6 albums to date, which have garnered them awards and nominations including the CFMA Ensemble of the Year, Independent Music Awards Americana Sing of the Year and John Lennon Songwriting Competition Song of the Year. Their critically acclaimed music has appeared on the CBC’s Top 20 and featured on shows like q and Vinyl Cafe. The duo consists of Paul Otten and Helen Austin, both hugely prolific songwriters – their music has been placed in hundreds of movie trailers, ads, network TV shows.

Their live show is quite the spectacle with Paul playing drums, bass and keyboard all while singing lead vocals. Helen, who is no slacker either, sings, plays guitar and foot percussion. They use every limb, and then some, to make two people sound like a full band.

Their music has been dubbed by Mariposa Folk Festival as ‘a blissful marriage of new folk and sophisticated pop’, and is packed with emotion and tight harmonies.
“What is truly amazing about Big Little Lions is that its two members, Helen Austin and Paul Otten, were born to make music together, their voices made to combine, but they are in different countries. It just goes to show you, destiny is a powerful force.” [east of 8th]

“We’ve covered BLL in the past, but this track is on another level. The chord progression feels really, really good. The vocal harmonies are some of the best I’ve heard in a while. The reflective lyricism and acoustic folk that transitions into folk rock is absolutely gorgeous. This is the kind of song that continues to impress me with each new listen. I would love to play this for David Crosby and Stephen Stills, just to see what they’d think. I bet they’d love it to. This is a really impressive track.” Ear To The Ground

Seniors on the Bow - Week at a Glance Jan 13 to 17
2025-01-15 - 2025-01-16, 2025-01-16 - 2025-01-17, 2025-01-17 - 2025-01-18 | Seniors on the Bow, 800 Griffin Road E., Cochrane, AB, Canada

COCHRANE BABY BOOMERS COFFEE CLUB
2025-01-15 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.

Wings Nights at the Legion
2025-01-15 16:30 - 19:30 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
Every Wednesday from 4:30pm to 7:30pm, wings are $8 per order at the Legion.

Wing Night at The Taproom
2025-01-15 17:00 - 20:30 | Rocky View Taproom, 420 1st Street, Cochrane, AB
Join us every Wednesday from 5pm to 8:30pm for $8.50/lb wings!
We have a variety of flavours from you to choose from. You won’t wanna miss it!

Cochrane Ukulele Strumming Group - Weekly Drop In
2025-01-15 18:00 - 19:00
Join Karen Rollins from Canmore for an “Ukulele Strum Along” ($5 drop in) We meet Wednesday evenings at the Vine Coffee Shop from 6-7pm (back door entrance) All levels are welcome!!
Notes:
Nov & Dec – Christmas Songbook $20
(No meeting Nov 27)

Country Music with Turner Bates at the Venue
2025-01-15 18:00 - 21:00

LEGION: POOL LEAGUE
2025-01-15 18:30 - 21:30 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AT 6:30PM
CONTACT PACIFIC VENDING AT (587) 577-5434

Singles Week - Match & Mingle
2025-01-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Welcome to Cochrane’s second annual Singles Week where we are bringing singles together in fun and relaxed environments to participate in different activities with other local singles with potential to make connections – love or friendship.

Looking for a fresh and fun way to meet new people? Join us for Match & Mingle at Found Books on Wednesday January 15th at 7pm. Embrace the the low-key yet lively vibes as you engage in a host of icebreaker games – perfect for sparking conversations and laughs. There’ll be prizes and time to mingle – and of course, you won’t want to miss the “pitch a friend” presentations. Found’s wine & coffee bar will be open to quench your thirst all night long.

PITCH A FRIEND

For some added fun – bring a friend who knows you best and let them shine in a “Pitch a Friend” presentation. They’ll have five minutes to showcase why you’re the catch of the night—and maybe even set you up for your next great connection. Friends may attend for free and will not be included in the other parts of the event.
Whether you’re playing our lighthearted mingling games, enjoying the energy of the room, or cheering on your wingperson’s stellar pitch, this event is all about having fun and meeting people in a no-pressure environment.

DROP IN STORYTIME *PARENTED
2025-01-16 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!
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
2025-01-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
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

LEGION: EUCHRE
2025-01-16 18:00 - 21:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DROP IN THURSDAY NIGHTS AT 6PM

LIVE MUSIC at Half Hitch
2025-01-16 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!

Karaoke at the Venue
2025-01-16 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
2025-01-16 20:00 - 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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Parent & Tot Sing-Alongs
2025-01-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Frank Wills Memorial Hall, 405 1st Street E, Cochrane, Alberta
Welcome to Cochrane’s Parent & Tot Sing-Along Sessions!
Join us for a fun and interactive music experience with your little ones. Sing along to popular children’s songs and nursery rhymes in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
STARTING DATE Friday January 3, 2025
Time: Doors at 10:00 AM music starts at 10:15am
Location: Frank Wills Community Hall
Coffee, tea and cookies provided.
Bring your singing voices and get ready to bond with your child through music. No experience necessary, just come ready to have a great time!
Floor seating so bring a blanket, yoga mat or cushion if you’d like.
*Price is for parent & tot with no more than 2 parents per caregiver. $7/each drop-in or $20 for 4 consecutive drop ins (billed once at the beginning of the month)

Little Sprouts at Growing Roots
2025-01-17 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

Friending Fridays at the Taproom
2025-01-17 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.

French Language Film: The Rocket
2025-01-17 16:00 - 18:30 | Cochrane Movie House

Legion DINNERS + KARAOKE
2025-01-17 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

Singles Week - Bowling Night
2025-01-17 18:30 - 22:00 | Cochrane Lanes, 402 Railway Street West #Suite 11, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 2B6, Canada
Welcome to Cochrane’s second annual Singles Week where we are bringing singles together in fun and relaxed environments to participate in different activities with other local singles with potential to make connections – love or friendship.
Get ready to strike up conversations and make new connections while enjoying some friendly competition on the lanes. Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or a newbie, this event is open to singles of all skill levels.
Tickets include:
3 hours of bowling, with shoe rental
Use of sports simulators & arcade games
Popcorn, fountain pop/juice/coffee
Mingling time during & after the games
Teams will be formed based on registrations, and you will have the opporunity to play on two different teams.
Grab your bowling shoes, bring your A-game, and let’s roll into a fantastic night of mingling and laughter.

Live Music at The Venue Sportsbar & Grill
2025-01-17 21:30 - 23:30 | VENUE SPORTSBAR AND GRILL
LIVE MUSIC EACH WEEK AT THE VENUE
NO COVER
STARTS AT 9:30PM BUT GOES ALL NIGHT!

The Rockyview Hotel - All Request DJ
2025-01-17 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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Silent Book Club
2025-01-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Silent Book meets the 3rd SAturday of the Month at FOUND. 9am to 11am

Living Sustainably III Series
2025-01-18 10:00 - 11:30
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!

Flash Battle of the Decades at Sink or Swim Tattoo Co.
2025-01-18 10:00 - 21:00 | Sink or Swim Tattoo Co., 220 - 118 1 Avenue, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 1A6, Canada
🎉 Ink your nostalgia! 🎶 Get ready for the Flash Battle of the Decades! ✌️
Our epic tattoo flash sale brings the best of the ‘70s 🌼, ‘80s 🎸, ‘90s 📼, and 2000s 💿 to life in ink.
Flash tattoos (approximately 1.5” squared) are $75 each, including black linework and optional shading. Add one colour to your piece for an additional $15. 👨‍🎤
We’ll also have a promo on piercings, which will be $65 each (including standard jewellery). 🕺
Don’t miss your chance to wear your favourite decade on your sleeve, literally! 🛼 Service will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on January 18, 2025.
Stay tuned for a sneak peek at some of the designs!
PLEASE NOTE: Prices listed above do not include GST.

Let's Go Lego at the Cochrane Public Library
2025-01-18 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.

LEGION: SHUFFLE BOARD
2025-01-18 16:00 - 18:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DROP IN TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS AT 4PM
DROP IN SATURDAYS AT 2PM
