Brighton Public Library

Kids' Crafts Kits
2026-01-10 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-20 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-06 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
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!

Tween Scene
2026-01-08 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-11 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-04 15:00 - 16:00 | 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.

Song & Story Hour
2026-01-08 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-12-11 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-12-04 10:30 - 11:30 | 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.

Busy Bees
2026-01-08 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-12-11 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-12-04 10:00 - 10:30 | 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.

KnitCetera
2026-01-07 12:30 - 14:30, 2025-12-17 12:30 - 14:30, 2025-12-10 12:30 - 14:30, 2025-12-03 12:30 - 14:30 | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
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.

Tech Tuesdays
2026-01-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-16 13:00 - 19:00 | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
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.

Spanish Circle
2026-01-03 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-12-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
Join Sofia to practise your Spanish and make new amigos in a relaxed, conversational group. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

The Library is Closed
2025-12-24 - 2026-01-01 | Ontario
Both Branches will be closed from Dec 24th to Jan 1st, inclusive.
Last Day before the Holidays, Tuesday Dec 23rd: Regular Hours
10:00-8:00 Main Branch
9:30-12:30 Codrington Branch
First Day Open in 2026, Friday Jan 2nd: Regular Hours
10:00-6:00 Main Branch
1:00-4:00 Codrington branch
Both Branches will have their book drops open throughout the closure – and yes, we tend those even when we’re closed. Your returned items won’t be left in the cold 😉

EarlyOn at the Library
2025-12-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
Join Sam from EarlyOn for a fun morning of open-ended play at the library!
No registration is required.

Holiday Sing-Along with Terry and Ralph
2025-12-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
This holiday event is back by popular demand!
All ages are welcome to join in and enjoy holiday tunes led by Terry Brooks and Ralph de Jonge. Song sheets will be provided!
No registration is required.

CANCELLED Author Chat: Lola Reid Allin
2025-12-09 18:30 - 20:00 | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
*Edit at 5:00 pm on Dec 9th: Sadly this event has been cancelled tonight due to the weather.

Hear from award-winning and internationally recognized author and photographer Lola Reid Allin about her journey from unwanted child to successful pilot, through an era when women were expected to stay on the ground. A short reading and Q&A will follow Lola’s PowerPoint presentation.
Her new memoir will be available on site for purchase at $24.99.
Learn more on her website:
https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/Highway-to-the-Sky/Lola-Reid-Allin/9781647428006
No registration is required.

Adult Craft Hour
2025-12-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
Join Alyssa to try a different craft every month, with all materials provided. December will be the last month when this program is being offered. Look for new crafty opportunities in 2026!
Registration is required for this event, because spaces are limited.

Pop Up Recording Studio
2025-12-06 12:00 - 16:00 | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
Join David to record your own song at the Library, and celebrate Record a Song Day! David will then mix and prepare your recording to be shared via email.
Please use the ticketing feature below to register this event. David will email you to set up a specific time for that day.
How to make this a great recording session:
1.Do not plan to use any prerecorded elements, e.g. background music or karaoke-style singing.
2. Bring your own instrument.
3. Solo musicians only, please no duos or groups.

Library Closure
2025-12-04 12:00 - 13:30 | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
The Library will close temporarily today from 12:00 noon until 1:30 pm to allow volunteers, board members and staff to celebrate the season together. The Book Drop is always open.

Brighton's Hops Barn
2025-12-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Brighton Public Library, 35 Alice St, Brighton, Ontario, K0K 1H0, Canada
Learn about the once-thriving hops industry in Brighton, what caused its downfall and the journey this remaining artefact has taken to be restored.
We welcome Bruce Davis, director of the Brian Todd Memorial Community Fund, to share his slideshow on this 145 year old building.
No registration is required.
