Rhythm Launchpad Music Literacy
2025-05-13 15:45 - 16:45 (America/Edmonton) | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Starting April 29th, kids ages 6-8 are invited to join us on Tuesday afternoons from 3:45-4:45pm for a six-week after-school music literacy program! 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!
Registration opens at 10:30 am on Saturday, April 5.

LEGION: SHUFFLE BOARD
2025-05-13 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
2025-05-13 16:00 - 18:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DROP IN WEDNESDAYS AT 6PM

Rockyview Hotel - Learn to line dance
2025-05-13 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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Jilly's Smutty Corner Book Club
2025-05-13 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 😉

Seniors on the Bow - May
2025-05-14 - 2025-05-15, 2025-05-15 - 2025-05-16, 2025-05-16 - 2025-05-17 | Seniors on the Bow, 800 Griffin Road E., Cochrane, AB, Canada
THINGS TO NOTE:

MAY 5 – HEALING ART WITH RITA
MAY 9 – AHPCA SESSION
MAY 9 – GAME NIGHT: WHIST
MAY 10 – SPRING FASHION SHOW
MAY 13 – COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR
MAY 16 – HOT LUNCH
MAY 19 – CLOSED FOR VICTORIA DAY
MAY 23 – GAME NIGHT: CANASTA
MAY 31 – SENIOR RESOURCE FAIR

Village of Play May Schedule
2025-05-14 - 2025-05-15, 2025-05-15 - 2025-05-16, 2025-05-16 - 2025-05-17
Discover May’s vibrant lineup at Village of Play! From Brain Builders for kids (ages 6-11) to movement & mindfulness classes for teens, adults, parents, babies, and kids, we’ve got something for everyone. Join us for play, growth, and connection—your family’s go-to spot for fun and enrichment in Cochrane!”

Before Hours - Coffee Break
2025-05-14 07:00 - 09:00
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.

COCHRANE BABY BOOMERS COFFEE CLUB
2025-05-14 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.

Wing Night at The Taproom
2025-05-14 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
2025-05-14 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
2025-05-14 18:00 - 21:00

Community Innovators Spotlight Series
2025-05-14 18:30 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Join us on May 14 for a panel discussion hosted by Nathan Klassen, with special guests Lara Kruger, Malann Klassen & Karen Ho Fatt Lee.

Topic: The Power of Public Art & Creativity within Community
Tickets are $5 per person and they are limited!
Location: Found Books & Shop – 206, 1st Street W
Time: Doors open at 6:30pm, with the discussion starting at 7pm

PURCHASE TICKETS ON EVENTBRITE!

LEGION: POOL LEAGUE
2025-05-14 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

TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE TEXAS GATE
2025-05-14 19:00 - 22:00 | The Texas Gate, 304 1st Street, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada

Daycare & Dayhome Storytime
2025-05-15 10:15 - 10:45 | Cochrane Public Library, 405 Railway Street W, Cochrane, Alberta
Dayhome and Daycare providers – this program is for you!
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories that will complement the early literacy skills your littles are learning.
Weekly registration will open on the Monday prior to each session.

Drop-In Storytime (Parented) Thursday
2025-05-15 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!
Spring Session: May 1 – June 5
*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.

Cochrane Weekend Buzz - Weekly Series
2025-05-15 12:00 - 12:30
� Join us every Thursday at 12pm for the Cochrane Weekend Buzz!
Stay in the loop about upcoming events and fun activities happening right here in our community.
Tune in on our website, Facebook, Instagram or YouTube, to connect with your neighbors and discover what Cochrane has to offer.

Cochrane Classic Car Club meet Up
2025-05-15 17:00 - 20:00 | A&W WESTSIDE DRIVE
Cochrane Classic Car Club Thursday Night Show and Shine will start on Thursday April 17th (Weather Permitting) from 5:00 to 8:00.
The event will be held every Thursday during the season unless otherwise posted on Facebook at the A&W Westside Cochrane.
Hope to see everyone soon

LEGION: EUCHRE
2025-05-15 18:00 - 21:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DROP IN THURSDAY NIGHTS AT 6PM

LIVE MUSIC at Half Hitch
2025-05-15 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
2025-05-15 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
2025-05-15 20:00 - 23:30 | Rockyview Hotel

Parent & Tot Sing-Alongs
2025-05-16 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
2025-05-16 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

OPENING RECEPTION: KELLY ZEEB OF JACK PINE ART STUDIO
2025-05-16 16:00 - 19:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
We proudly present the very first SOLO Exhibition in our new downtown Cochrane Gallery location.
“Forest Bathing” – Art Exhibition featuring the beautiful works of Kelly Zeeb of Jack Pine Art Studio
– Showing from May 12th to June 15 –
Immerse yourself in the calming, restorative power of nature through the eyes of local artist Kelly Zeeb. Her newest body of work, Forest Bathing, invites you to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the natural world adding a sense of calm and peace in your day.
OPENING RECEPTION | CELEBRATION:
FRIDAY – MAY 16th, 2025
TIME: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Refreshments served.
LOCATION: Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, Cochrane, AB.
Come explore the stillness and energy of Alberta’s forests—captured on canvas.
All are welcome!
Jack Pine Arts Studio
#ForestBathing #KellyZeeb #Route22Gallery #CochraneArt #ArtExhibition #NatureInspires #CanadianArt #YYCArtScene #route22gallery
