Brighton Public Library

Tween Scene
2026-01-08 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-15 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-22 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-29 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-05 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
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.
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Our last Tween Scene for the school year is on June 25th! We will be on pause for July and August, and we will meet again on September 17th.
But you can check out lots of other Tween programs at the Library during the summer: Sew Fun!, The Snack Lab, Wired Wednesdays and The First Line Book Club are all great for Tweens!

Kids' Crafts Kits
2026-01-10 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-17 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-24 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-31 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-07 10:00 - 16:00
New Craft Kits are unveiled every Saturday at the Main Desk. These can be completed with a few items from home (like glue, scissors and crayons or markers). There’s a new craft every week!

KnitCetera
2026-01-14 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-01-21 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-01-28 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-02-04 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.

Busy Bees
2026-01-15 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-22 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-29 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-02-05 10:00 - 10:30
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.
We will take a break for July and August, and meet again on September 17th!

Song & Story Hour
2026-01-15 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-22 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-29 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-05 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.
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.

Tech Tuesdays
2026-01-20 13:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-03 10:00 - 16:00
Bring in your device or get help navigating the digital library, by booking a 30-minute session with our staff. This one-on-one help is offered twice a month, and is a very popular service.
Because we need to discuss your tech issue and select an appropriate time slot there is no online registration available for this program. Please visit the Main Desk or call the library during open hours to register: 613-475-2511.

Author Chat: Josephine Matyas & Craig Jones
2026-01-20 18:30 - 20:00
Join authors Josephine Matyas and Craig Jones on their musical journey across North America. Learn about landmark museums, their exhibits and the musicians that inspired them.
No registration is required.

EarlyOn at the Library
2026-01-24 10:30 - 12:00
Join EarlyOn in the Library Program Room for a fun morning of open-ended play!
No registration is required.

Cancelled: A Wee Bit o' Burns
2026-01-26 10:00 - 12:00
This event has been cancelled due to the weather! Watch for future exhibits from Queen’s University in our lobby. *Updated Jan 26th

Drop in to the lobby today to enjoy a special pop-up exhibit from Queen’s University’s W.D. Jordan Rare Books and Special Collections library.
They’ll be bringing unique items that feature the Scottish poet Robert Burns, in celebration of Robbie Burns Day.

BPL Board Meeting
2026-01-28 19:00 - 20:00
The Brighton Public Library Board will be meeting tonight in the Library’s Program Room at 35 Alice Street. The public is always welcome to attend these Board meetings.

Teens' Craft Kits
2026-02-01
Each month, a new Grab & Go Craft Kit is available for teens to pick up at the library. Each month features new activities to try in the library or at home. We keep this available for as long as supplies last, each month!

Watch Party: Olympic Opening Ceremonies
2026-02-06 14:00 - 17:00
Join us in the Program Room to as we watch CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of Olympic Opening Ceremonies live from Milan, Italy! All ages are welcome to join in the fun with activities, snacks and challenges to get us in the Olympic spirit while we celebrate Team Canada.
No registration is required for this event.
Olympic events will also be on the Library’s big screen on Friday mornings throughout the Olympics and Paralympics. Drop in to cheer on Canada’s athletes!
