Hey Cochranites, let’s help the Calgary Metropolitan Region compete in the 2021 City Nature Challenge April 30-May 3! Join the challenge to see how local biodiversity stacks up to other cities around the world. Over 325 other cities globally will participate to see which city can make the most observations, document the most species, and…
According to National Day Calendar, “when humans use their creative skills and imagination to create something in visual form, it is called art. Some of the most popular types of art include painting, sculpting, drawing, photography, and more”. World Art Day, coincides with Leonardo da Vinci’s birthday and is a day to celebrate our local…
RETURNING FOR ITS SEVENTEENTH YEAR THE EXPOSURE PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL HAS OVER 190 VISUAL ARTISTS EXHIBITING IN CALGARY, BANFF, COCHRANE, EDMONTON, LETHBRIDGE AND ONLINE. The “Nature in my Backyard Exhibition” showcases the work of Cochrane based wildlife photographer Jo-Anne Oucharek. The photographs capture her adventures that are close to home usually within an hour of Cochrane.…
Celebrate the Arts! According to the National Day Calendar, January 31st is “Inspire Your Heart With Art Day”. It is a day to celebrate the amazing talent we have right here in Cochrane. How does art affect your heart? How will you celebrate the arts on this day? We have a few suggestions for you…
Celebrate the Arts! Did you know you can celebrate everyday of the year? According to the National Day Calendar, January 31st is “Inspire Your Heart With Art Day”. It is a day to celebrate the amazing talent we have right here in Cochrane. How does art affect your heart? How will you celebrate the arts…
There’s No Place Like Home Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary, on the outskirts of Cochrane, is in the business of providing shelter and care for displaced wolfdogs. When adoption is an option, educational programs explain the challenges of wolfdog ownership and what a suitable home looks like. But animals with high wolf content can’t be adopted so…
Swing by to see & shop for some amazing creations and products from vendors & businesses in and around the Cochrane area! Each week, 3 – 5 local businesses and creators will be set up to showcase their amazing products! Items & services ranging from fresh floral bouquets & arrangements, home decor & gifts, handmade…
Small Town Sundays In Small Town Sundays, we travel to dying prairie towns. We are both from Alberta small towns and have mixed feelings about our experiences living in them. Sunday traditionally was a day of religion and socializing, of meeting at church and perhaps having a coffee with a neighbour afterwards. The main street would be alive with people going about their day. But with…
The 9th Annual Cochrane Christmas Market will be held on at the Cochrane Ranche House from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Admission $3.00 Under 12 free. There are 100 tables from talented vendors. Door Prizes. Food Truck. Magic performances from Clay & Liam. Visits from Rodeo Queen Breanna. Take your own pictures with Santa for $2.00-bring…
Saturday Oct 12, 11am-3pm ClubHouse ArtWalk and area This month the Art Walk starts at the ClubHouse activity Centre in the Historic Ranche Park, up the hill from the summer farmers market and CHAPS. Local Artists on site, and demonstrations. Art Show and Sale, between 11-3pm Join us every second Saturday of the month for art displays, workshops…