Upcoming Events

Curious about 3D printing and how it works? Now's your chance to come to check it out! No cost, however, pre-registration is required. Soup provided!

Family Fun Night – Star Light Star Bright Bring your neighbours and your aunt.  Bring your gran and her friends.  Family Fun Nights at FCSS and the Parent Link Centre welcome everyone to our evening of fun and food.  Enjoy a light meal and activities.  Dressing up is always encouraged! Zoom, zoom, zoom, we’re going to the moon!  Be prepared for a star filled adventure, some space “crafts” and an alien photo booth!  In the classroom, we will host our space obstacle course with glow sticks. Date:  Wednesdays, March 27 Time:  5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location:  Parent Link Centre Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, drop-in

Pickleball-March Schedule Energy Centre Pickleball is a fun game that is played on a badminton court with a lowered net. It is played with a perforated plastic ball and a wood or composite paddle. It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced competitive game for experienced players. All skill levels are welcome to drop-in !

Passport to the World Every Thursday all day, discover fascinating facts about other cultures and countries from around the world.  We will learn about different recipes, flags and traditions, and listen to music.  Share your own knowledge and bring special keepsakes for show and tell.  Do not forget to get your passport stamped.  Dates:  January 3, 10-Spain | January 17, 24-Japan | January 31, February 7-India | February 14, 21-Scotland | February 28, March 7-Madagascar | March 14, 21-Jordan | March 28, April 4-Sweden | April 11, 18-Greece | April 25, May 2-China | May 9, 16-England | May 23, 30-Thailand | June 6, 13-Venezuela | June 20, 27-Canada Time:  All day Location:  Parent Link Centre Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, drop-in

Lunch Time Shinny (Drop-in Hockey) Imperial Oil Place Arena Every Tuesday and Friday afternoon 12:15-1:15 PM Lunchtime Shinny gives anyone 13 & up the opportunity to participate in a drop-in game of pick up hockey. Open to all skill levels.      

Ladies Hockey Tournament March 29,30,31 3 Games guaranteed, 18+, $300 registration fee per team

Rhymes That Bind Rhymes That Bind is an oral family literacy program that parents and their children, ages 0-3, attend together.  It encourages parents to sing, rhyme, talk, and play with their children as much as possible.  The program introduces parents to various ways they can support their child’s early literacy and language experiences and, in doing so, helps promote healthy family relationships.  The Parent Link Centre will provide a snack. Dates:  Fridays, March 1, 15 and 29 Time:  10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Location:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, registration is required

The Five Ws You will be asking yourself these questions as you conduct science experiments to discover what happens when you mix ingredient A with ingredient B and try to answer what happened.  Encouraging age-appropriate emotional understanding supports early childhood development. Date:  Saturday, March 30 Time:  10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Location:  Parent Link Centre Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, drop-in

Kid Zone Tuesday February 26th 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Tuesday March 12th, 26th 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Tuesday April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th 10:30 am - 12:30 pm We have an inflatable bounce house, and a great variety of toys, balls,crafts, and sport equipment for the kids to play with. $2 per child (children under two are free)    

Baby Connections Each week, we will have a professional speak about a baby-related topic.  Enjoy time with your little one, learn some tools to help you become a better parent and make connections with other parents. Dates:  Wednesdays, January 9 – June 26 Time:  1:30 PM – 2:30 PM Location:  Parent Link Centre Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, drop-in

PLOW (Parent Link on Wheels) Join a Parent Link staff at the following locations for Early Childhood Development opportunities.  This program offers a variety of play activities that encourages the development of physical skills and offers an opportunity for social connections for both adults and children. Date:  Thursday, April 4 Time:  9:00 AM – 11:30 AM Location:  Harbor View Senior Centre, Heritage Hall         Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, drop-in

Rhymes That Bind Rhymes That Bind is an oral family literacy program that parents and their children, ages 0-3, attend together.  It encourages parents to sing, rhyme, talk, and play with their children as much as possible.  The program introduces parents to various ways they can support their child’s early literacy and language experiences and, in doing so, helps promote healthy family relationships.  The Parent Link Centre will provide a snack. Dates:  Fridays, April 5, 12 and 26 Time:  10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Location:  Cold Lake and District FCSS      Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, registration is required

Cold Lake and District Volunteer Appreciation Event and Awards 2019 By participating in the Cold Lake and district Volunteer Appreciation Event and Awards, you can nominate your outstanding volunteers and treat them to a meal and live entertainment. Volunteer Award nominees and a guest receive a complimentary ticket to the event courtesy of our community partner, Lakeland Credit Union. Please note that no tickets will be sold at the door.  The 2019 Volunteer Awards will be presented at the Cold Lake Volunteer Appreciation Event.  Deadline for nominations is March 1, 2019. Nomination forms may be picked up at FCSS, or found HERE.  Date:     Sunday, April 7, 2019 Time:     12:00 pm -3:00 pm Location: Lakeland Inn Cost:      $12.50, registration is required Nomination information: All nominees receive a complimentary ticket to the Volunteer Appreciation Event for themselves and a guest.

Living Through Grief We all need a support system to help us as we move through our grief journey.  While family and friends are vital, unless they have experienced a close personal loss, they most likely do not fully “get it”.  That is where Living Through Grief can become a valuable resource for you.  Although this is not a support group, we encourage you to come so you can have the opportunity to begin the healing process.  Gain coping skills and tools to help you through the most difficult days.  Gain hope through conversations with people who understand first-hand what you are going through and gain an understanding of how children and family members react to loss.  Join us in our “safe haven” setting where you can express your emotions and release of feelings freely and confidentially.  Date:  Tuesday, April 9 Time:  6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location:  Cold Lake and District FCSS      Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, registration is required

Baby Blues Are you struggling after having a baby?  Postpartum depression is a type of mood disorder connected with childbirth.  This monthly program is designed for caregivers of children from birth to age one, and is in partnership with The Mama Coach program. Date:  Tuesday, April 9 Time:  10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location:  Cold Lake District FCSS              Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, registration is required

Passport to the World Every Thursday all day, discover fascinating facts about other cultures and countries from around the world.  We will learn about different recipes, flags and traditions, and listen to music.  Share your own knowledge and bring special keepsakes for show and tell.  Do not forget to get your passport stamped.  Dates:  January 3, 10-Spain | January 17, 24-Japan | January 31, February 7-India | February 14, 21-Scotland | February 28, March 7-Madagascar | March 14, 21-Jordan | March 28, April 4-Sweden | April 11, 18-Greece | April 25, May 2-China | May 9, 16-England | May 23, 30-Thailand | June 6, 13-Venezuela | June 20, 27-Canada Time:  All day Location:  Parent Link Centre Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, drop-in

PLOW (Parent Link on Wheels) Join a Parent Link staff at the following locations for Early Childhood Development opportunities.  This program offers a variety of play activities that encourages the development of physical skills and offers an opportunity for social connections for both adults and children. Date:  Thursday, April 11 Time:  9:00 AM – 11:30 AM Location:  Latter Day Saints Church Hall, Cherry Grove    Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, drop-in

2019 Home and Leisure Trade Show This annual Home & Leisure Trade Show at the Cold Lake Energy Centre features exhibitors of all types. Something for everyone - even the kids! Exhibits will be in the Reid Field House and Imperial Place at the Cold Lake Energy Centre. Friday, April 12th:  6PM - 9PM Saturday, April 13th:  10AM - 5PM Sunday, April 14th:  11AM - 4PM Visit https://coldlaketradeshow.ca/ for more information.

2019 Home and Leisure Trade Show This annual Home & Leisure Trade Show at the Cold Lake Energy Centre features exhibitors of all types. Something for everyone - even the kids! Exhibits will be in the Reid Field House and Imperial Place at the Cold Lake Energy Centre. Friday, April 12th:  6PM - 9PM Saturday, April 13th:  10AM - 5PM Sunday, April 14th:  11AM - 4PM Visit https://coldlaketradeshow.ca/ for more information.

2019 Home and Leisure Trade Show This annual Home & Leisure Trade Show at the Cold Lake Energy Centre features exhibitors of all types. Something for everyone - even the kids! Exhibits will be in the Reid Field House and Imperial Place at the Cold Lake Energy Centre. Friday, April 12th:  6PM - 9PM Saturday, April 13th:  10AM - 5PM Sunday, April 14th:  11AM - 4PM Visit https://coldlaketradeshow.ca/ for more information.

Kid Zone Tuesday February 26th 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Tuesday March 12th, 26th 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Tuesday April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th 10:30 am - 12:30 pm We have an inflatable bounce house, and a great variety of toys, balls,crafts, and sport equipment for the kids to play with. $2 per child (children under two are free)    

Moving and Grooving Kids Join us at the Cold Lake Energy Centre Reid Field House for a morning to work on those important developmental skills; fine motor, gross motor, communication, physical health and wellbeing, empathy and reflection, and encouraging curiosity.  We will also be exploring the family bond through stories, family worksheets, puppet shows and lots of fun!  The Alberta Health Services Infant and Child Development Coordinator will be on site to answer any questions you might have. Date:  Wednesday, April 17 Time:  10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location:  Cold Lake Energy Centre          Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  Free, registration is required

Herbs for Healing Did you know that cinnamon lowers blood sugar levels and has a powerful anti-diabetic effect and that sage can improve brain function?  Peppermint relieves IBS pain and turmeric contains curcumin, a substance with powerful anti-inflammatory effects.  Basil can help fight infections and boosts immunity.  This program will reveal the basics of how to use nature’s own resources as healing benefits for the body, mind and spirit. Date:  Wednesday, April 17 Time:  6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Location:  Cold Lake and District FCSS      Contact:  Cold Lake and District FCSS Cost:  $10.00, registration is required

Lorin Yochim, Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Education at Concordia University of Edmonton, will be coming to Cold Lake South Branch Library on Thursday, April 18 at 6:30 pm to talk about his latest book on China, Navigating the Inspirational City. There is no cost to attend this event, and no registration is necessary.