August 2025 Newsletter
Dog Man Day was the perfect way to end our SRC Kick-Off Week! From crafts and games to a movie screening—and even a special visit from Dog Man (seen here with Jocelyn, our Summer Reading Club Coordinator)!
Help Us Write the Next Chapter!
We are planning for the future of the Cochrane Public Library — and your voice is essential to the story. 
 
The Town of Cochrane and Cochrane Public Library are launching a Facility Needs Assessment project to explore how a new multi-purpose library building could better meet the needs of our growing and evolving community. The project, Your Voice in Every Chapter, invites residents to reflect on the role the library has played in their lives and to imagine what it could become for future generations. 
 
“The library has always been a place where our community comes together, but we know we can do even more,” said Library Board Chair, Rhonda Newman. “This project is about imagining what’s possible — creating spaces where kids can explore, seniors can connect, and everyone in between can learn, share and grow.”
 
Between July 14 and August 24, residents can participate in the engagement process in a variety of ways: 
  • Visit LetsTalkCochrane.ca/yourvoice to share your thoughts through an online survey 
  • Attend in-person pop-up events and self-guided stations around town (details to be provided on Let’s Talk Cochrane) 
In this first round of engagement, the Town is looking to understand how library services have been a part of different chapters of residents’ lives – a quiet refuge, a gathering place, a zone to discover new interests? What community spaces, partnerships, and services can be brought together in a new multi-purpose library building to serve the people of Cochrane?   
 
This engagement is part of a high-impact planning initiative that will guide long-term investment in local library services and community spaces. 
 
“This is our community’s chance to weigh in and ensure this space truly reflects the heart of Cochrane and supports our community for years to come,” said Town of Cochrane Mayor Genung.
 
Visit LetsTalkCochrane.ca/yourvoice to learn more, stay informed, and help us write the next chapter of the Cochrane Public Library. 
 
Summer Programs & Events
What is a Pow Wow?Saturday, August 9
1:30-4:30pm
Summer Photo Walk
Saturday, August 16
3:00-5:00pm
New Parent Playdate
Wednesday, August 13
10:30-11:30am
Join us for our Pow Wow Education and Decolonization Class, an engaging workshop designed to deepen your understanding of Pow Wows, their cultural significance, and the protocols that surround these vibrant gatherings. 
 
  
 
Bring your camera or smartphone and join us for a photo walk through the beauty around us. You'll have a chance to learn some photography techniques and ask lots of questions as we go. We will start at the Library. 
 
Are you a new parent or caregiver and are looking to make connections?
Drop in and connect with other parents and caregivers in your community, in a safe and comfortable environment! Join us for conversation, activities and more.
 
 
Check out our calendar for a full listing of programs and events!
SAVE THE DATE - Wild West Carnival
Saturday, August 30
 
Saddle up for a rootin' tootin' good time at the Wild West Carnival! As part of this year's Cochrane Discovery Days, this FREE family-friendly event has something for everyone—Visit an Old West Carnival featuring a “Wanted!” photobooth, 9-Hole Western Mini Golf, Shooting Gallery, and much more. Enjoy fun games and activities for all ages in a lively, historic setting.
 
With prizes to be won and plenty of excitement, this is one Wild West event you won't want to miss! So dust off your cowboy boots, throw on your favorite western wear, and come join us!
 
 
Transparent Language Online
Transparent Language Online provides a fun, effective, and engaging experience for learners of all levels looking to build their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in a foreign language.  
 
Combining robust courses, supplemental vocabulary, and grammar resources, Transparent Language Online is the most complete language-learning system. With over 110 languages to choose from, including English for speakers of over 30 languages, there is something for every learner. Best of all, with mobile apps for iOS and Android devices, learners can enjoy the freedom to learn at home, in the library, or on the go.
 
Thank You - Cochrane Activettes!
Cochrane Public Library (CPL) is excited to announce that new board games will be available to borrow because of generous support from the Cochrane Activettes. The board and puzzle game collection is designed specifically for preschool aged children. 
 
The vibrant new series of games and puzzles emphasizes cooperation over competition, helping young learners build essential skills through engaging, educational, and screen-free play. These games are not only fun but also developmentally enriching, helping children learn through hands-on experience. Whether it’s solving puzzles, matching shapes, or exploring imaginative scenarios, each game is crafted to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds.  
 
 

Cochrane Public Library
405 Railway Street West
Cochrane, Alberta T4C 2E2
403-932-4353
www.cochranepubliclibrary.ca/