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St. Andrew's Community Lunch
2025-04-08 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Edmonton) | 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.

LEGION: SHUFFLE BOARD
2025-04-08 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
2025-04-08 16:00 - 18:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DROP IN WEDNESDAYS AT 6PM

Rockyview Hotel - Learn to line dance
2025-04-08 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
2025-04-08 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 😉

Village of Play April Calendar Classes & Events
2025-04-09 - 2025-04-10, 2025-04-10 - 2025-04-11, 2025-04-11 - 2025-04-12 | 128 1st street, 128 1st. Street East, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 1X6, Canada
🌷🧠 April Adventures Await at Village of Play! 🧠🌷
Weekdays this April are packed with purpose, play, and just the right amount of calm. Join us for a vibrant lineup designed for growing minds and bodies:
👶 Parent & Tot Play Hour Every Monday & Wednesday at 10am: Build bonds, meet new friends and spark joy through an open play hour!
🧘‍♀️ Pause, Parent, Breathe Yoga Class Wednesdays at 7:30pm: End your busy work and parenting day with movement, mindfulness, and me-time
🧘‍♂️ Strong Minds, Calm Hearts Yoga Class For Kids Wednesdays at 4:45pm: Kids learn to regulate their emotions, stretch, breathe, and boost focus through fun poses
🎲 Brain Builder Classes For Kids Ages 6-8 and 9-11 Years Old: Where Executive Functioning Skills come to life and practiced through games, teamwork, and creativity!
🌞 PLUS – Spring Break Day Camp is now open for registration!
Four full days of active, playful learning for curious kids ages 6–11 April 22-25, 2025. Spots are limited — grab yours early!
✨ Play with purpose. Connect with community. Grow through fun. ✨

Before Hours - Coffee Break
2025-04-09 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
2025-04-09 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.

Music Bingo and Wings (Family Friendly)
2025-04-09 16:00 - 20:00 | Cochrane Legion, 114 5th Ave, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 1A5, Canada
Wings after 4:00, other bar food also available
5:3o Music Bingo
Everyone welcome
Family Friendly
No membership required
Follow us on Facebook at: Cochrane Legion, Men of Vision, Branch 15

Wing Night at The Taproom
2025-04-09 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
2025-04-09 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
2025-04-09 18:00 - 21:00

Community Innovators Speakers Series - April
2025-04-09 18:30 - 21:00 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Join us at Found Books & Shop for a rich, interactive discussion with… Michael & Judie Bopp. Co-Founders of Four Worlds International and Directors of Four Worlds Centre for Development Learning

Topic: The Innovation of Recreating the World
Tickets are $5 per person, but they are limited!
Location: Found Books & Shop – 208, 1st Street W
Time: Doors open at 6:30pm, with the discussion starting at 7pm.

LEGION: POOL LEAGUE
2025-04-09 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

Gold Rush Treasure Hunt in Historic Downtown
2025-04-10 - 2025-04-11 | Found Book Shop, 206 1st Street W, Cochrane, AB
Found Books Prospecting Company needs your help!
April 10th, 17th, 24th & May 1st: envelopes holding golden nuggets have been scattered around Cochrane’s historic main street at the following establishments:
– Nectare & Root Florist
– The Social Spot Marketplace
– Amaryllis Crystal & Sound Portal
– Mackay’s Ice Cream
– Route 22 Artist Collective Art Gallery
– Rebel Comics
– Vine Coffee Co.
– Brio Boutique
– Horse Creek Heritage Candy
– Shredz Shop
– Found Books & Shop
Visit any of these establishments to pick up your first golden nugget, treasure map, & savings voucher.
The first three prospectors to collect and return all 11 gold nuggets to Found Books every Thursday by 7:00PM will be rewarded with a: $25 GIFT CARD!!!

DROP IN STORYTIME *PARENTED
2025-04-10 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 #2 – March 6 – April 10
*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 April 10, 2025, 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

Homeschool Game Club at CPL
2025-04-10 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

OPENING RECEPTION
2025-04-10 16:00 - 19:00 | Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery, 208 1st Street W., Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Join Us for our Opening Reception! We’re excited to invite you to our Opening Reception on Thursday April 10th, from 4 PM to 7 PM at the Route 22 Artist Collective Gallery in our new downtown location in Cochrane!

Explore the latest exhibition featuring stunning new artworks from our talented Route 22 Artist Member Collective and support local Canadian artists!
Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and mingle with the amazing Route 22 Artists!

Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of art and community! We can’t wait to see you there!

LEGION: EUCHRE
2025-04-10 18:00 - 21:00 | The Legion, 114 Fifth Ave, Cochrane, Canada
DROP IN THURSDAY NIGHTS AT 6PM

LIVE MUSIC at Half Hitch
2025-04-10 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!

MUSIC BINGO AT CABEZA GRANDE
2025-04-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Cabeza Grande, Heartland, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Thursday April 10 @ 7PM!

Karaoke will be available after! Reserve your table today or just come on in.

We have all the supplies and prizes to be won!

Smash Burgers & Bulldogs will be on special.

Karaoke at the Venue
2025-04-10 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
2025-04-10 20:00 - 23:30 | Rockyview Hotel

Parent & Tot Sing-Alongs
2025-04-11 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
2025-04-11 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

Friday Night BBQ (Family Friendly) at the Legion
2025-04-11 16:30 - 19:00 | Cochrane Legion, 114 5th Ave, Cochrane, Alberta, T4C 1A5, Canada
Steak, burger and hot dogs are on the menu Friday nights. All items come with potato, salad, beans and garlic toast.
Check our Facebook page for updates.
Family Friendly
No membership required
We hope you can join us

SIP, SIP SAVOUR - SPRING 2025
2025-04-11 17:00 - 22:00 | The Lions Event Centre, 109 5th Avenue, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Bring the whole gang down for the 3rd Annual Sip Sip Savour — a tasting style event showcasing breweries and distilleries from Cochrane & the Bow Valley areas. Sample tickets will be available for purchase at $1/ticket and most samples are 2-3 tickets.

We are excited to have some non-alcoholic options offered by our group this Spring as well! Make sure to follow @quirksocial_events on IG to be the first to know what breweries/distilleries will be sampling their products!

5PM – Doors Open9PM – No Entry9:15PM – Sample Ticket Sales End9:30PM – Last Call10PM – Event/Consumption Ends
Tickets MAY be available at the door, depending on remaining capacity on event day. We strongly encourage you to grab tickets early to avoid disappointment at the door.

Attendees must be over 18, and IDs will be checked at the door.

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE VENDORS STILL TO COME!

“Northern Whisper”
2025-04-11 19:00 - 22:00 | Final Touch Art Studio, #10 118 1 Ave West, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada
Join the crew at this great paint night!
