Cochrane Valley Folk Club concerts (www.cochranefolkclub.com)
Chinook Film Group, Third Wednesday of the month from September to April (not including December), Cochrane Movie House, 7:00 pm, Tickets $10 at Java Jamboree (chinookfilmgroup@gmail.com)
Nan Boothby Memorial Library programs, 405 Railway Street West (www.cochranepubliclibrary.ca)
Third Wednesday of the Month: Chinook Film Group Presentation at the Cochrane Movie House, 218 5 Avenue West, 7:00 pm. Tickets $10 at Java Jamboree. January 17-18, 2014: Annual Kimmett Cup, 3 on 3 Pond Hockey Tournament, Mitford Pond. Lace up for a good cause! (www.lindsaykimmett.org) January 2014: Cochrane WinterFest, Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds, 109 5th Avenue West. Saturday Noon-6:00 pm. Admission $5.00 per person. Firepits, hot chocolate, human curling, pony rides, wagon rides, arts and crafts, snow sculpting, a giant 10, 000 sq. ft. maze, entertainment, and Lumberjack Zone. (403-542-5538 www.cochraneevents.ca) January 2014: Robbie Burns Night, a fundraiser in support of Cochrane Men of Vision Pipes & Drums, Cochrane RancheHouse, 101 RancheHouse Road. Dinner, Dancing, Live Music, Traditional Toasts, Entertainment All Evening, Scotch Tasting, Silent Auction. (403-932-7446 or www.cochranepipeband.com) January 2014: Cochrane Tourism Association Members Open House, Cochrane Days Inn & Suites, 7:00 pm. Current and prospective members and partners are invited to join us for a thank you reception and opportunity to learn about the 2014 marketing plan.
Third Wednesday of the Month: Chinook Film Group Presentation at the Cochrane Movie House, 218 5 Avenue West, 7:00 pm. Tickets $10 at Java Jamboree. February 15, 2014: Cochrane Valley Folk Club presents Del Barber & Rose Cousins, Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Showtime at 7:30 pm. (www.cochranefolkclub.com) Del Barber is an old soul in a young man’s body. An award-winning singer/songwriter. Reminiscent of an early John Prine, he was nominated for a Juno for his second album, Love Songs of the Last Twenty, and won two Western Canadian Music Awards for the same album. PEI’s Rose Cousins, hot off her triple win at the East Coast Music Awards and recent Juno award has been setting the country on fire since she debuted in 2006, but this year she’s untouchable. We Have Made A Spark, has been winning over music critics from her home in Halifax to the far west coast since the minute it was released, with reviews hailing it as “one of the best records made in Canada” and “stunning from start to finish”. February 2014: Family Day, Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre, 800 Griffin Road. Drop-in skating, soccer, volleyball, and gymnastics. (www.slssportscentre.com)
Third Wednesday of the Month: Chinook Film Group Presentation at the Cochrane Movie House, 218 5 Avenue West, 7:00 pm. Tickets $10 at Java Jamboree. March 8, 2014: Cochrane Valley Folk Club presents The Kruger Brothers, Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Showtime at 7:30 pm. (www.cochranefolkclub.com) Some call it jazz. Some call it classical. Some call it bluegrass. Certainly, the music of the Kruger Brothers is all of that and more. Drawing on a rich cultural palette, theirs is a music that celebrates the best of what music can be: exciting,engaging, intelligent, and delightful. March 29, 2014: Cochrane Valley Folk Club presents New Country Rehab, Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Showtime at 7:30 pm. (www.cochranefolkclub.com) New Country Rehab cuts through the clutter of watered-down musical imitations with a modern, high-voltage, alt-country sound. Combining sharp innovation and a deep respect and knowledge of timeless musical themes and motifs, New Country Rehab’s powerful music is full of love, loss, longing and joy. March 2014: Cochrane Tourism Association Annual General Meeting, Days Inn & Suites, 5 Westside Drive, 7:00 pm (403-981-6716)
Third Wednesday of the Month: Chinook Film Group Presentation at the Cochrane Movie House, 218 5 Avenue West, 7:00 pm. Tickets $10 at Java Jamboree. April 2014: Ghost Watershed Alliance Annual Benefit Concert. Doors open at 6:15 pm, cash bar, concert and live auction from 7:00-10:00 pm. Tickets $25 at Bentley's Books and Phantoms Music or online www.ghostwatershed.ca.(marina@ghostwatershed.ca) April 2014: "Spring is in the Air": Art Show, Sale, and Fundraiser, Cochrane RancheHouse, 101 RancheHouse Road. Fine Art Artists from Alberta and B.C., live music shows, professional puppet show for the kids, daily and grand prize draws. More details and tickets (www.springisintheairartshow.ca) April 2014: Foothills Art Club Annual Spring Show and Sale, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Cochrane Curling Club, 109-5th Avenue West. Free admission, free draw of an original painting, refreshments. Come and see some truly outstanding artwork! (403-932-7361) April 2014: Cochrane Humane Society Spring Book Sale, Noon-5:00 pm. Looking for a good read? Want to get a jump on some summer reading? Check out our used book sale! A wide selection of new releases, true crime, romance, children's books, cook books, biographies, books about pets, travel books, DVDs, VHS, and CDs will be available. We are located at 62 Griffin Industrial Point. Thanks to our sponsor, Big Hill Veterinary Services, all proceeds benefit the shelter. We will be accepting Book Sale donations at the beginning of April. (www.cochranehumane.ca) April 2014: Cochrane and Area Youth Expo. Around Cochrane. Come to the Block Party at the Cochrane Youth Association to: learn about resources in Cochrane, listen to music, and enjoy a free BBQ. Various free activities are offered by businesses and organizations in Cochrane including swimming, bowling, and pottery lessons. (www.cochraneyouth.org) April 2014: Spring Toy Sale, Cochrane RancheHouse, 101 RancheHouse Road, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. A fabulous opportunity to buy new or nearly new kids and babies clothes, toys, furniture, and gear. Admission with a small donation to Family and Community Support Services. (Email toysale@shaw.ca)
May 2014: The Cochrane Art Club's 54th Annual Art Show and Sale, "A Spring Event Featuring Original Fine Art" , 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, New venue this year, Cochrane RancheHouse, 101 RancheHouse Road, Free admission. (403-932-5715 or www.cochraneartclub.com) May 2014: Cochrane Rotary Youth Talent Festival. Cochrane Toyota, 8 River Heights Drive, and RockPointe Church, 255024 Lochend Road. The festival focuses on vocal and instrumental performance, while also providing opportunities for presentations of musical theatre, speech, band, and composition. (www.cochraneyouth.com) May 2014: Cochrane and District Trade Show, Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre, 800 Griffin Road (www.cochranechamber.ca) May 2014: Cochrane Children´s Festival, Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre, 800 Griffin Road, 12:00 - 4:00 pm. Join us for the 10th Annual Cochrane Children's Festival. Interactive games, crafts, roving performers, and entertainment. Tickets $10 at the door or $5 in advance. (403-851-2534 or www.cochrane.ca) May 2014: Cochrane Music Society Celebration of Music (Spring Concert), 7:30 pm, Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive ( 403-932-3005 or www.cochranemusic.ca)
Saturday mornings, Cochrane Farmers' Market, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Cochrane Ranche Historic Site, Junction of Hwy 1A & Hwy 22 (www.cochrane-environment.org) Sundays 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Bearspaw Farmers' Market, Bearspaw Lions Clubhouse, 25240 Nagway Road, Beside Hwy 1A just west of Calgary city limits (www.bearspawlions.com) June 1 and 2, 2013: Beyond Words: A Library Benefit Sale. 405 Railway Street West. The Friends of the Cochrane Nan Boothby Memorial Library will be hosting a sale of gently used books, CDs, DVDs, and pictures on Saturday from10:00 am - 5:00 pm and Sunday from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm at the library. June 8, 2013: Spring Tea, Beaupre Community Hall, 1:00-4:00 pm. (beauprecommunity@gmail.com or Pauline 403-932-1191) June 8, 2013: Cochrane Humane Society Gala. Country trio Hey Romeo will be the highlight of the 9th annual Saving Lives – Changing Lives Fundraising Gala presented by the Cochrane & Area Humane Society on June 8th. This classy country event will be held at the Bragg Creek Centre with Hey Romeo performing two acoustic sets. A limited number of tickets are available for this special evening which also features a delicious dinner, exciting silent and live auction items, and a raffle draw. Net proceeds support the Cochrane & Area Humane Society. Tickets can be purchased at the shelter starting February 1st. Call 403-932-2072 for tickets or more information. June 15, 2013: Alberta Horse Trials Cross Country Clinic, Cochrane Agricultural Society Grounds. Spectators Welcome. (www.cochraneagsociety.com) June 15-16, 2013: Footstock, Western Canada's premier race weekend featuring a 5 km, 10 km, Half Marathon, Duathlon, and Iron Kids Triathlon (www.footstock.ca) June 22 and 23, 2013: Beaupre Artists' Guild Show and Sale, Beaupre Community Hall, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Come and see what our accomplished artists have created over the past year. Free admission and parking. Free draw for an original piece of artwork. Enjoy a cup of coffee and some goodies. Take a drive to the country and bring the family. Visa/MC, cash and cheques accepted. Beaupre Hall is located just 15 minutes west of the Town of Cochrane. Take Highway 1A west to Highway 40, turn right (north), drive one kilometre, Hall is located on the right hand side of Highway 40. (403-932-7361) June 22, 2013: Ranch Horse Versatility Show, presented by the Alberta Ranch Horse Versatility Association and Cochrane and District Agricultural Society. At the Ag Society Grounds. Ranch Horse Versatility is made up of five elements: Ranch Riding, Ranch Trail, Working Ranch Horse, Ranch Cutting and Ranch Conformation. Classes for all divisions: Open, Amateur, Novice Amateur, and Youth. (www.cochraneagsociety.com) June 22, 2013: Pace & Chase Event, Cochrane Agricultural Society Grounds Cross Country Courses. Spectators Welcome. (www.cochraneagsociety.com) June 28, 29, and 30, 2013: Cochrane Horse Trials Event, Cochrane Agricultural Society Grounds. Spectators Welcome. (www.cochraneagsociety.com)
Daily programs, Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park. In addition to self guided tours, a variety of daily programs are available. These include: golf cart tours, children's programs, birding tours, and ranching programs. Admission to the park is free. The park is located 4 kms from Cochrane. Access is on Glenbow Road off Hwy 1A. www.grpf.ca Saturday mornings, Cochrane Farmers' Market, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Cochrane Ranche Historic Site, Junction of Hwy 1A & Hwy 22 (www.cochrane-environment.org) Sundays 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Bearspaw Farmers' Market, Bearspaw Lions Clubhouse, 25240 Nagway Road, Beside Hwy 1A just west of Calgary city limits (www.bearspawlions.com) July 1, 2013: Canada Day Pancake Breakfast, Royal Canadian Legion, 114 5th Avenue West. Breakfast from 9:00 – 11:00 am followed by the flag raising, singing of our national anthem and birthday cake. July 1, 2013: Canada Day Family Concert, Mitford Outdoor Stage, Westrock Road, 5:00-9:00 pm. Cochrane's Greatest Outdoor Concert is in its 14th year. Opening acts: George Fox, Noel Johnson. Headliner: George Canyon. Festival seating, bring your own lawn chair. Tickets $10. Kids under 12 free. Tickets at Cochrane RancheHouse Recreation Office, Big Hill Leisure Pool, the Downtown Visitor Information Centre, and the gate or by calling 403-851-2534 (www.cochrane.ca) July 11, 2013: Bucking Horse Futurity, Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds, 109 5th Avenue West, 6:00 pm. Beer garden, concessions. Features 4 and 5 year old horses in teams of 3. The best combined score wins. (For information Jimmy Richards 403-880-5381.) July 14, 2013: Cochrane Humane Society Summer Peticure. Don’t like doing your dog’s nails? Join us for our quarterly Pet-i-Cure Fundraiser at the Cochrane & Area Humane Society on Saturday, July 14th from 1:00 - 4:00pm. For a minimum of $5 donation per pet, you can get your pet feeling and looking great! All proceeds will benefit the animals. Thank you to the animal health technicians and professional groomers who are donating their time and expertise for this event. See you there! 62 Griffin Industrial Point. (www.cochranehumane.ca) July 15-19, 2013: Cochrane Pony Club Camp, Cochrane Agricultural Society Grounds. Spectators Welcome. (www.cochraneagsociety.com) July 20, 2013: Zombie Survivor, at the Cochrane Ag. Society Grounds. Visit the website for announcements. (www.zombiesurvivor.ca) July 21, 2013: Funriders Gymkhana Event, Cochrane Agricultural Society Grounds. Spectators Welcome. (www.cochraneagsociety.com)
July 26 and 27, 2013: Cochrane SummerFest, Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds, 109 5th Avenue West. Community festival including carnival games, pony rides, hot and cold foods, a beer garden. Tickets for SummerFest only are $5 at the gate. (www.cochraneevents.ca) July 26-28, 2013: One Rock 2013, Christian Youth Music Festival, Mount St. Francis Retreat Centre. An outdoor celebration with Christian youth in Alberta. Friday 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Saturday 8:00 am - 11:00 pm. Sunday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Open to all ages. $15 Day Pass. $35 Weekend Pass. $35 Family Day Pass. $80 Family Weekend Pass. $10-$30 Tent/ RV Camping. (www.onerock.ca) July 27, 2013: Cochrane Classic Bull Riding, Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds, 109 5th Avenue West. This event is sanctioned by Pro Rodeo Canada. Bull Riding starts at 7:30 pm, beer garden, dance to follow. Tickets are $25 (Students/ Seniors $20) Tickets at Dry Cleaning by Dave and Tony's Work & Western Wear. For information Jason 403-899-1906. July 27 and 28, 2013: Pony Club Rally, Cochrane Agricultural Society Grounds. Spectators Welcome. (www.cochraneagsociety.com) July 28, 2013: Viterra Ironman 70.3 Calgary, Western Canada's first and only Ironman 70.3 event (www.ironmancalgary.com)
Daily programs, Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park. In addition to self guided tours, a variety of daily programs are available. These include: golf cart tours, children's programs, birding tours, and ranching programs. Admission to the park is free. The park is located 4 kms from Cochrane. Access is on Glenbow Road off Hwy 1A. www.grpf.ca Saturday mornings, Cochrane Farmers' Market, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Cochrane Ranche Historic Site, Junction of Hwy 1A & Hwy 22 (www.cochrane-environment.org) Sundays 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Bearspaw Farmers' Market, Bearspaw Lions Clubhouse, 25240 Nagway Road, Beside Hwy 1A just west of Calgary city limits (www.bearspawlions.com) August 3 & 4, 2013: Cochrane Ranche Days Festival, at the Cochrane Ranche Historic Site, Junction of Hwy 1A and Hwy 22. Join us for a free two day celebration of the Cochrane Ranche's 132nd birthday. (Call 403-851-2535) or contact Town Recreation at recreation@cochrane.ca. All weekend: At the Cochrane Ranche historic site: Cochrane Historical & Archival Preservation Society heritage display, Stockmen’s Foundation heritage activities,Community Garden Society historic garden. At the Cochrane RancheHouse: Bert Sheppard Stockmen’s Foundation Library and Archives, Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park Display.
Saturday Farmer's Market, (EAC’s biggest and longest market of the year!), Wagon Rides with the Cochrane Posse, Live Music. August 9, 2013: Cochrane Valley Folk Club presents Bruce Cockburn, Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Showtime at 7:30 pm. (www.cochranefolkclub.com) Bruce Cockburn has always been a restless spirit. Over the course of four decades, the celebrated Canadian artist has travelled to the corners of the earth out of humanitarian concerns—often to trouble spots experiencing events that have led to some of his most memorable songs. Going up against chaos, even if it involves grave risks, can be necessary to get closer to the truth. August 10 and 11, 2013: Dressage Show, Cochrane Agricultural Society Grounds. Spectators Welcome. (www.cochraneagsociety.com) August 12, 2013: Cochrane Humane Society Golf Tournament The 9th Annual Golf Classic - in support of the Cochrane & Area Humane Society’s Internal Animal Hospital. Please join us in Saving Lives and Changing Lives on Monday, August 12th at the Links of GlenEagles in Cochrane. This fun golf tournament will feature 18 holes of golf on the beautiful Links of GlenEagles Golf Course, a power cart, dinner and live and silent auctions at the Terrace of GlenEagles. There will be great prizes and a chance to demonstrate your skills in a putting contest. (403-932-2072 or www.cochranehumane.ca) August 17, 2013: (Or August 24, 2013 is the rain out date) SpringHill Annual Charity Show & Shine. Classic Car Show. SpringHill RV Park, Junction of Hwys 22 and 567, 7 km north of Cochrane. Registration: 10:00 am -12:00 pm. Show & Shine: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Charity BBQ: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Live Music, 50/50 Draw, 50 door prizes. All proceeds benefit the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation. (www.springhillrvpark.com) August 24, 2013: Pace & Chase Event, Cochrane Agricultural Society Grounds Cross Country Courses. Spectators Welcome. (www.cochraneagsociety.com) August 25, 2013: Run at the Ranch, Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park. The Run offers a great day for the entire family with a kids run, 5k fun run and walk, 10k and half marathon. This run course is sure to please and features a mix of paved and gravel pathways that meander along the Bow River. Don’t forget those spectacular Rocky Mountain views! The park is located 4 kms from Cochrane. Access is on Glenbow Road off Hwy 1A. (www.grpf.ca) August 25, 2013: Cochrane & District 44th Annual Old Tyme Country Fair, Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre, 800 Griffin Road. Agricultural Demonstrations, Dog Show, Displays, Scarecrow Contest, Human Rooster Crowing, Petting Zoo, Clowns, and Entertainment. (www.bearspawfair.com) August 25, 2013: Funriders Gymkhana Event, Cochrane Agricultural Society Grounds. Spectators Welcome. (www.cochraneagsociety.com) August 30, 2013: Slimdor Ranch Rodeo. Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds, 109 5th Avenue West, 4:00 - 8:00 pm. Admission is free. Come out and see your local ranchers competing. For information 403-932-3928. August 31- September 2, 2013: 47th Annual Cochrane Lions Labour Day Rodeo. Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds, 109 5th Avenue West. Rodeo starts at 1:00 pm. Tickets: adults $10, teens and seniors $5, children under 12 free. Bareback/ Saddle Bronc/ Bull Riding/ Steer Wrestling/ Calf Roping/ Junior Steer Riding/ Novice Horse Riding/ Team Roping/ Ladies Barrel Racing/ Junior Barrel Racing/ Breakaway Roping/ Junior Bull Riding. For information (www.cochranelionsclub.com) August 31, 2013: 2nd Annual Ranch Horse Versatility Show, presented by the Alberta Ranch Horse Versatility Association and Cochrane and District Agricultural Society. At the Ag Society Grounds. Ranch Horse Versatility is made up of five elements: Ranch Riding, Ranch Trail, Working Ranch Horse, Ranch Cutting and Ranch Conformation. Classes for all divisions: Open, Amateur, Novice Amateur, and Youth. (www.cochraneagsociety.com) August 2013: Shredzfest, Zero Gravity Skatepark, Westrock Road near Smitty's, all day. This festival showcases local skateboarding and musical talent.
Saturday mornings, Cochrane Farmers' Market, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Cochrane Ranche Historic Site, Junction of Hwy 1A & Hwy 22 (www.cochrane-environment.org) Sundays 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Bearspaw Farmers' Market, Bearspaw Lions Clubhouse, 25240 Nagway Road, Beside Hwy 1A just west of Calgary city limits (www.bearspawlions.com) September 1-2, 2013: 47th Annual Cochrane Lions Labour Day Rodeo. Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds, 109 5th Avenue West. Rodeo starts at 1:00 pm. Tickets: adults $10, teens and seniors $5, children under 12 free. Bareback/ Saddle Bronc/ Bull Riding/ Steer Wrestling/ Calf Roping/ Junior Steer Riding/ Novice Horse Riding/ Team Roping/ Ladies Barrel Racing/ Junior Barrel Racing/ Breakaway Roping/ Junior Bull Riding. For information (www.cochranelionsclub.com) September 1, 2013: Free Pancake Breakfast, Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive, 9:00-11:00 am. (403-932-6100 or www.cochranealliance.com) September 2, 2013: Cochrane Activettes Pancake Breakfast, Before the Parade 9:00 am-10:30 am, Northstar Ford, 340 Railway Street West. Cost $3 per person or $10 per family of 4. (403-851-4609) September 2, 2013: Cochrane Labour Day Parade, 10:30 am. (www.cochraneparade.com) September 2, 2013: Crowning of the new Lions Rodeo Queen and Princess. Cochrane Lion's Rodeo Grounds. Ceremony will take place during the intermission of the Rodeo. September 7, 2013: Cochrane Humane Society Mutt Strut, 9:00 am-1:00 pm, Mitford Park. Collect pledges, win great prizes, raise money for the Cochrane Humane Society, and join this fun walk for dogs along the beautiful river pathways in Cochrane. (403-932-2072 or www.cochranehumane.ca) September 13, 14, 15, 2013: All Breed Dog Show, presented by the Calgary Kennel and Obedience Club, Spray Lakes Sawmills Family Sports Centre, 800 Griffin Road, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm each day. Admittance is $5.00 per adult, $3.00 for seniors/kids. The actual judging stops for lunch, but we have puppy sweepstakes on Saturday at noon and then the Jr Handlers (kids and their dogs) compete at noon on Sunday. We will also have a breeders showcase and educational seminars throughout the day both Saturday and Sunday. (www.ckoc.com or 403-335-8767) September 14, 2013: 3rd Annual Rolling Thunder, a motorcycle poker rally in support of the Wounded Warrior Project. Registration and pancake breakfast at 9:00 am at Foothills Motorcycle Apparel, 122-4th Avenue. The rally goes to Royal Canadian Legions at Exshaw, Canmore, Stoney Nakoda and finally stopping at Cochrane Legion. (Call Bettty Anne for information 403-851-0611) This year BIKER TV, part of the CTV National Network, are participating in the event and will highlight Cochrane on the national stage again. September 15, 2013: Cochrane Classic Car Club Show and Shine in downtown Cochrane. Admission per vehicle $10 plus a non-perishable food item for the Cochrane Activettes Food Bank. (For information Ken 403-932-1677 or ken@khal.ca. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) September 20, 21, and 22, 2013:Cochrane Country Festival sponsored by the Cochrane & District Agricultural Society, Cochrane Ag Society Grounds. Midway, concessions, displays, demonstrations of equestrian sports, children's activities, community market and trade show, pony rides, lawnmower races, BMX races. Join us for a celebration of the Cochrane and District Ag Society's 40th Anniversary. (www.cochraneagsociety.com) September 21, 2013: Mountain Shadow Music Festival, a one day music festival at Mitford Park to showcase local and regional artists. Featuring: Kaitee Dal Pra, The Roving Stones, Smoking Aces, June Bugs with Sandy Hirth, the Elbow River Band, the Allen Christie Band, Prairies Edge, Storm, and the Kimberlites. (For information: johnwhite@shaw.ca) September 28 & 29, 2013: ACFC-Cochrane Culture Days Festival, in downtown Cochrane. Join us for a weekend celebration of the Arts in Cochrane and celebrate Alberta Culture Days! Chinook Film Group Movie Night Friday at Cochrane Movie House, Visual and performing artists and street performers Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, 3rd Annual Empty Bowls/ Cups Festival in support of the Cochrane Activettes Food Bank. (Call 403-851-2535) September 28, 2013: Cochrane Outhouse Races, 1st Street West (Main Street). Races start at 10:00 am. Door prizes, sidewalk sales. (For more information or to register a team call Heavenly Outhouse 403-932-3635 or go to www.cochraneouthouseraces.com) September 2013: Annual Fall Service, 3:00 pm, Historic McDougall Mission Church, 27 km west of Cochrane on Hwy 1A. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served. (Laura 403-802-3898)
October 5, 2013: The Annual Lindsay Leigh Kimmett Memorial Foundation Monumental Tournament of Aces, The Links of GlenEagles. (www.lindsaykimmett.org) October 12, 2013: Cochrane Valley Folk Club presents James Hill & Anne Davison, Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Showtime at 7:30 pm. (www.cochranefolkclub.com) With the release of Man With a Love Song, James Hill, recognized as one of the world’s foremost ukulele players, stands poised and ready to take his place in the ranks of today's best young songwriters. Here ,seemingly in a single blast, Hill’s songwriting has grown to rival his prowess as a musician. October 18 and 19, 2013: Cochrane Humane Society Fall Book Sale. Looking for a good read? Want to get a jump on some holiday shopping? Check out our used book sale! A wide selection of new releases, true crime, romance, children's books, cook books, biographies, books about pets, travel books, DVDs, VHS, and CDs will be available. Thanks to our sponsor, Big Hill Veterinary Services, all proceeds benefit the shelter. We will be accepting Book Sale donations at the beginning of October. 62 Griffin Industrial Point. (www.cochranehumane.ca) October 19, 2013: Stockmen's Memorial Foundation Annual Dinner & Auction. Cochrane RancheHouse. Doors open at 5:00 pm, dinner at 7:00 pm. Tickets $75 per person. All funds support the Stockmen's Memorial Foundation Bert Sheppard Library & Archives. (Tickets at the Bert Sheppard Library or call 403-932-3782) October 25, 2013: Fall Used Toy and Clothing Sale, Cochrane RancheHouse, 101 RancheHouse Road, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. Entrance by donation. (toysale@shaw.ca) October 27, 2013: Town of Cochrane Annual Goblin Gathering, Cochrane RancheHouse, 101 RancheHouse Road, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Tickets $7.50. For children ages 0-10. (403-851-2534 www.cochrane.ca) October 2013: Foothills Art Club Annual Fall Show and Sale, Cochrane Curling Club, 109 - 5th Avenue West, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Free admission, free draw for an original painting, refreshments. Come and buy some truly outstanding artwork! (For information 403-932-7361)
November 15, 2013: Cochrane Valley Folk Club presents The Bills, Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Showtime at 7:30 pm. (www.cochranefolkclub.com) The Bills make people feel good with their music. Simple as that. Young or Old. Trad or Alt. The band is an acoustic roots music powerhouse from Canada's West Coast, and they have a way of turning everyone on to the limitless possibilities of their instruments and voices. Strings, bellows, keys, skin and bows --these are the vehicles for theBills' irresistible joyride. November 16, 2013: Cochrane Comedy Classic. 7:00 pm, Cochrane RancheHouse. Tickets $55. Renowned comedian Leland Klassen will be on stage for a night of fun, laughter and fundraising at this fourth annual Boys & Girls Club of Cochrane & Area gala event. Hors dourves, music, entertainment and great silent auction items to bid upon. Cash bar. Tickets available in advance at the BGCCA. Tel: 403-932-4747 ext.25. (www.cochraneyouth.org) November 23, 2013: Cochrane Humane Society Fall Peticure. Get your pet’s feet ready for winter – get your pet a pet-i-cure! Our Fall Peticure is on Saturday, November 23rd from 1:00 - 4:00pm. For a minimum of $5 donation per pet, you can get your pet feeling and looking great! All proceeds will benefit the animals. Thank you to the animal health technicians and professional groomers who are donating their time and expertise for this event. 62 Griffin Industrial Point. (www.cochranehumane.ca) November 30, 2013: Cochrane Humane Society Jingle Bell Ball. Provide your staff with a fabulous Christmas Party where the only work you do is buy tickets! CAHS is proud to introduce the Jingle Bell Ball at the Terrace of the Links of GlenEagles on Saturday, November 30th. This festive evening includes a buffet turkey dinner, a Christmas themed silent auction, door prizes for your staff, entertainment and a dance. For more information, or to purchase tickets, please call 403-932-2072. November 30, 2013: Cochrane Light Up. First Street. 5:00 -7:00 pm. Free hot dogs and hot chocolate around the fire pots. Children's crafts and Christmas carols. Santa courtesy of Activettes’ Share your Christmas. Food Bank donations accepted (email:cochranelightup@gmail.com or http://cochranelightup.weebly.com) November 2013: Cochrane Art Club Small Works Christmas Sale, Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Admission is free. Please bring a donation to the food bank. (For information 403-932-5715) November 2013: Remembrance Day Poppy Tea Bake Sale and Raffle, 2:00-4:00 pm, Royal Canadian Legion, 114 5th Avenue West. Admission $3. All are welcome. (403-932-2011) November 2013: 30th Annual Springbank Arts and Crafts Sale, Springbank Community High School Gymnasium, next to the Red Dutton Arena.. Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm and Sunday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Free admission, great door prizes. (Yvonne jyb000@gmail.com) November 2013: Cochrane Lioness Christmas Market, St. Andrew's United Church, 128 1st Street East, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. (Contact Heather 403-932-2297) November 2013: Christmas Market, Cochrane RancheHouse, 101 RancheHouse Road, 10:00 am-6:00 pm. There will be a great diversity of fine crafts, jewelery, home furnishings, decorations, clothing, photography, art, and much, much more. More than 90 vendors. Pictures with Santa. Admission is free. Food bank donations are welcome. .(Contact Roz Edge-Kossowan by emailing rozedge@hotmail.com)
December 7, 2013: Cochrane Valley Folk Club presents John Wort Hannam & Pear, Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive. Doors open at 7:00 pm. Showtime at 7:30 pm. (www.cochranefolkclub.com) In the 10 years since becoming a working musician, John Wort Hannam has released 5 albums, captured a Juno nomination for Best Traditional/Roots album, and a Canadian Folk Music Award for Album of the Year. He is a powerful singer with rootsy, melodic songs, matched with a narrative writing style, laden with lyrical hooks. After fronting one of the most successful fiddle acts in the world, Lynae and Denis Dufresne toured the country with some of the biggest names in Canadian music. With Lynae as the songstress and Denis as the musical backbone, PEAR have thrilled festival goers around the world. December 14, 2013: Cochrane Humane Society Christmas Party Open House, Noon-5:00 pm. We would like to invite you to our Home for the Holidays Christmas Party Open House. Take a stroll through the shelter and visit our residents, purchase a gift for the animals at Norm's Nook and place it under the Shelter Wish Tree for the homeless pets in our care. Make sure to pick up some delicious Christmas baking at the Bake Sale, and get your pet’s portrait with Santa! Find out why the holiday season can be a great time to adopt a new companion from an animal shelter! 62 Griffin Industrial Point. (www.cochranehumane.ca) December 2013: Cochrane Music Society presents Music of Christmas, 7:30 pm, Cochrane Alliance Church, 902 Glenbow Drive. Admission is free. A donation to the food bank is welcome. (www.cochranemusic.ca) December 2013: Sleigh Rides at the Cochrane Ranche Historic Site. December 2013: Cochrane Children's Choir Christmas in the Country Concert, 1:30 pm, St. Peter's Lutheran Church, corner of Hwy 22 and George Fox Trail. The concert will be followed by a BBQ, hayrides, story time, and carolling. Please bring a food bank donation. (Erica 403-968-2578)
