Busy Bees
2026-04-02 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-09 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-16 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-23 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-30 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-07 10:00 - 10:30 (America/Toronto) | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
Babies and their caregivers are invited to buzz over and explore a variety of sensory activities together each week while making new friends in this relaxed program.

Song & Story Hour
2026-04-02 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-09 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-16 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-23 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-30 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-05-07 10:30 - 11:30
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.

Tween Scene
2026-04-02 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-09 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-16 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-23 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-30 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-07 15:00 - 16:00
Ages 11-14 can drop in for some snacks, games, crafts and hang outs. Head to the Program Room to see what’s on offer each week.

Author Visit: Sarah Taylor-Malo
2026-04-07 10:00 - 12:00
Local author Sarah Taylor-Malo will be visiting our lobby to share her new autobiographical book, Growing Pains. She will have copies of her book available for purchase.

KnitCetera
2026-04-08 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-04-15 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-04-22 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-04-29 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-05-06 12:30 - 14:30
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.

Building Your Family Tree
2026-04-17 14:00 - 15:30
Interest in family history research (genealogy) has exploded over the past decades as more and more source records have been digitized and made available online. Learn how to find and use those records to build a tree that you can share with your family and the world!
No registration is required.

Spring Fling with Robbie Burns
2026-04-20 10:00 - 12:00
We welcome a special pop-up exhibit from the WD Jordan Rare Books & Special Collections of Queen’s University Library. This exhibit will feature the poetry of Robbie Burns, perfect for Poetry Month!

Author Chat: Krystal Hennessy
2026-04-21 18:30 - 20:00
Local author Krystal Hennessy will be reading from her new book, Fractured Refuge (being published in April 2025).

Introduction to Chinese Medicine
2026-04-28 18:30 - 20:00
Learn more about this traditional approach to health and wellness with local practitioner Pauline Sok Yin Hwang.
No registration is required.
More information from this presenter:
You may have seen the viral Tik Toks on Chinese dietary and lifestyle hacks, or heard about ginseng, reishi, acupuncture or acupressure. These ideas hail from a medical tradition dating over 2500 years old, called Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM has evolved with the times, and includes herbal medicine, nutrition, acupuncture, acupressure, qi gong, tai chi and many other aspects. Bring all your health questions to this introductory talk about TCM, by a local, licensed practitioner with over 14 years clinical experience supporting people through complex, chronic illnesses.
About the presenter: Pauline Sok Yin Hwang (R.TCMP, http://R.Ac , http://B.Sc . M.Med) is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Registered Acupuncturist based in Warkworth. She is the founder of Hillgreen Oncology Acupuncture & Herbs (treating both cancer and non-cancer patients), a researcher in integrative medicine, an organic farmer, and an experienced facilitator/speaker/coach in cancer support, mindfulness, health and social justice. Pauline has been active in community health for over 25 years, and is passionate about providing 2SLGBTQ+ positive and trauma-informed health care that addresses the body, mind and spirit holistically. In addition to her Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture diplomas, she has an Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Cognitive Neuroscience from McGill University, and a Master’s degree in Internal Medicine (specializing in Integrative Oncology) from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine.

Author Chat: RJ Ermida
2026-05-07 18:30 - 20:00
RJ Ermida will share her book, The Making of a Bipolar Success, and present a slideshow about her journey in honour of Mental Health Week.
Her book will be available for purchase on site.
Learn more on RJ’s website: https://www.themakingofabipolarsuccess.com/

Writers Circle
2026-05-12 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.
