Song & Story Hour
2026-10-01 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-08 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-15 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-22 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-29 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-11-05 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-11-12 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-11-19 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) and 2 more dates | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
Join Terry and Penny for sing-alongs and story books during this one hour program. This program is tailored to preschool children, but we love to see all ages enjoy the stories and songs.
Once a month, our friend Johanne helps us learn songs in French, and brings a favourite French story to share!
No registration is required.
JULY AND AUGUST: When the weather permits, we will be meeting in King Edward Park! Bring your picnic blanket and your singing voice for this special summer version of Song & Story Hour. If the weather is foul, we’ll meet in the Library.

Author Chat: Christine Culbertson
2026-10-01 18:30 - 20:00
We welcome Christine Culbertson, the author of The Power of Imperfect. Christine is an accredited coach, and this debut book of personal anecdotes and reflective questions helps readers explore their own journey of self-discovery.
No registration is required.
For more information, visit Christine’s website:
The Power of Imperfect

Author Chat: Ted Amsden
2026-10-06 18:30 - 20:00
We welcome Ted Amsden, the author of The Golden Handshake Club. This book is a comedy adventure with a local twist: a parody of Cobourg and Port Hope that celebrates differences and connections.
No registration is required.
Read more about Ted and his new book here:
https://northumberland897.ca/news/2025/11/19/new-book-is-a-long-thank-you-note-to-two-special-towns

KnitCetera
2026-10-07 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-10-14 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-10-21 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-10-28 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-11-04 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-11-11 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-11-18 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-11-25 12:30 - 14:30 and 2 more dates
Drop in with your project to chat and share with other yarn enthusiasts. All fibre arts are welcome, and those who want to learn how to knit or crochet are welcome to come and join in!
No registration is required for this event.

Learning About the Law: Scams & Consumer Protection
2026-10-07 15:00 - 16:00
We welcome back the Northumberland Community Legal Centre and Community Legal Worker Jordan Tilley. This session will focus on scams and how to keep yourself safe.
No registration is required.

Stress Management
2026-10-13 13:30 - 15:30
We welcome the Lakeview Family Health Team to help put stress into perspective! This workshop explores how stress affects both your mind and body, as well as the cycle of stress through a cognitive-behavioural therapy lens. Gain practical strategies and new ways of enhancing your well-being.
No registration is required.

Writers Circle
2026-10-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-11-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-12-08 18:00 - 20:00
Bring your writing project and get feedback in this supportive setting with other aspiring writers. Participants are invited to bring up to 1,000 words or fiction or creative non-fiction, or 3 pages of poetry, to share and discuss with one another. Each month’s gathering is hosted by a local published author, who will also share their process and provide insights.
This group will meet on the second Tuesday of each month, and no registration is required.

Learning About AI
2026-10-17 10:00 - 12:00
We welcome Richard R. Khan to explore the practical value of AI for everyday tasks such as writing, planning, brainstorming and problem-solving. We’ll use prompt recipes, see demonstrations, and get tips for verifying results as well as protecting your privacy.
No registration is required.

Author Chat: Thomas Harrison
2026-10-20 18:30 - 20:00
We welcome Thomas Harrison, author of Searching for Richard Nixon. This nonfiction book combines historical research and personal memoir, as the author investigates a secret weekend trip Nixon took to Prince Edward County in 1957. Thomas will be reading an excerpt and sharing a slideshow presentation.
No registration is required.
Learn more about Thomas on his website: https://writersunion.ca/member/thomas-harrison

Author Chat: Lara Stokes
2026-10-22 18:30 - 20:00
We welcome Lara Stokes, author of Midsummer Nights. The debut novel features a modern twist on Shakespeare’s magical romantic comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
No registration is required.
Learn more about Midsummer Nights here: https://www.netgalley.com/catalog/book/786806
