Winter Walk Day has been cancelled due to extreme cold temperatures.

Participants of all ages and levels of experience are invited to sketch and draw during Banff Centre’s free ongoing beginner-level drawing class: Drawn to Nature. Join esteemed Teaching Artist in Residence Janice Tanton and explore different drawing and mark-making techniques using various materials and supplies in this facilitated class. All classes encourage artistic exploration and conversation about the ways in which we interact with the cultural and geological landscapes of Banff National Park.

Enjoy a home-cooked meal, meet new people and play games at the weekly Pasta Night. We are always looking for volunteers. Call 403.760.2423 or email BanffLIFE.intern@banff.ca to volunteer. Gluten free options available.

The Banff Centre and the Banff Public Library present this popular series of drawing workshops. Explore still-life drawing in an informal art class led by staff and guest artists. All ages and levels of experience are welcome. Sessions are free with all materials provided.

Flow Yoga is a traditional approach to yoga that encourages breathing, flexibility, strength and vitality in the body while calming the mind. For ages 16+. This class is held Wednesday at The Fenlands from January 9-March 27. Free.

Join other new parents with infants 0 - 12 months and learn about community resources, infant development, and various other topics. Each session will include group discussions, activities, local guest presenters, a healthy snack, and social time. For more information or to register, phone 403.678.2529, email parentlinkcanmore@canmore.ca, or sign up at any Bow Valley Parent Link Centre. This program is held Wednesdays, January 16 - February 20, 10-11:30 a.m.

Children 2-6 are invited, along with their parents, caregivers or family members to participate in a half hour drop-in program. Each week a new theme is explored that features related stories, songs, rhymes and finder plays.

Stroller Skate is for parents and pre-school aged children to take to the ice. Stroller Skate is every Wednesday, 10:30-11:30 a.m. from January 9-March 27.

Children 0-2 are invited along with their parents, caregivers, and/or family members to participate in a half hour drop-in program that includes rhymes and rhythms, bouncing, active songs, finger plays and stories. This program promotes early language development and positive child/adult interactions and bonding.

Shinny is an informal game of hockey. Players must be 50+ to participate. Full gear is required. 50+ Shinny is held Wednesdays, 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. from January 9-March 27.

Drop-in Public Skating is open to everyone. It's held Monday through Friday, 12-1:30 p.m., excluding stat holidays. Helmets recommended.

Yoga Nidra is a deep relaxation practice during which students are comfortably laying down and guided through meditation that is meant to rejuvenate the nervous system and turn negative thoughts into positive ones. This class includes the relaxation of yoga nidra, grounding breath-work and enlivening meditation. For ages 16+. Register online at banff.ca/register or call 403.762.1251.

Adult Shinny is an informal game of hockey. Players must be 18+ to participate. Full gear is required. Adult Shinny is held Monday through Thursday, 12:30-1:45 p.m. from January 7-March 28 (excluding stat holidays).

The Basement is a new youth drop-in centre below the Banff Canmore Community Foundation. It’s a space where youth can hang out, play games, do homework, work on art projects, create music, or just socialize. There are board games, foosball, shuffleboard, instruments, books, WiFi and a popcorn machine. There will be weekly activities – rock climbing, skateboarding, bowling and more. Healthy snacks available daily. This program is generously supported by the Pauw Foundation. For Grades 7-10.

The Sally Borden Building at the Banff Centre is home to a 25-metre pool, hot tub, wading pool and steam room. Lifejackets are provided at no charge. You can rent towels, purchase swim diapers and other aquatic accessories. Public swimming is supported in part by the Town of Banff. Pool schedules are subject to change. For updates, call 403.762.6450 or visit banffcentre.ca/aquatics.

Drop-in to the Banff Community High School gym for indoor soccer every Wednesday from January 9 to March 27. No registration required.

Drop-in volleyball is Wednesdays at the Banff Community High School gym. Co-ed. Drop-in rates apply. For ages 16+.