Brighton Public Library

Tech Tuesdays
2026-08-18 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | 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.

The First Line Book Club
2026-08-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-01 12:00 - 13:00
Explore great reads for kids aged 8-12 at this fast-paced book club, led by our Children’s Librarian. There are no reading assignments – but we say, give these books a chance! Does the first line make you want to read more?
This program runs for four Saturdays, from August 1st til the 29th. Each week will be different but you don’t need to attend every Saturday.
No registration is required.

Kids' Crafts Kits
2026-08-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-25 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!

Campfire Stories
2026-08-14 10:30 - 12:00
We are excited to welcome back The Travelling Stage for this interactive theatre experience aimed at ages 5-10. Together we will enjoy hearing campfire stories, then work to bring them to life through fun theatre activities!
Please register your child below, as spaces are limited.

The Snack Lab
2026-08-13 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-06 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-30 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-23 15:00 - 16:00
Ages 8-12 can drop in for fun foodie experiences, while also building stories in this unique program! Each week we will create a different snack together while Penny leads us in story prompts around the table.
This program runs for six weeks on Thursdays til August 13th.
No registration is required.
If your child has allergy requirements, please be in touch with Penny to make arrangements: pkingyens@brightonlibrary.ca

Song & Story Hour
2026-08-13 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-06 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-30 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-23 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.

KnitCetera
2026-08-12 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-08-05 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-07-29 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.

Writers Circle
2026-08-11 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.

Sew Fun!
2026-08-11 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-04 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-28 15:00 - 16:00
Ages 8-12 can drop in to try their hand at sewing and hone their skills with a new project every week, in the program room. All materials are provided.
This program is running every Tuesday from July 7th til August 11th.
No registration is required.

Think Big, Create Small
2026-08-08 10:30 - 12:00
We are excited to welcome the Art Gallery of Northumberland for this fun guided workshop! Kids aged 6-12 are invited to join in as we fill up our Mini Art Gallery with mini masterpieces.
No registration is required, and all materials are provided.

Spanish Circle
2026-08-01 10:30 - 11:30
Join Sofia to practise your Spanish and make new amigos in a relaxed, conversational group. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Teens' Craft Kits
2026-08-01
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!

Wired Wednesdays
2026-07-29 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-22 15:00 - 16:00
Ages 8-12 can drop in to the program room for a different tech experiment each week. We will be exploring robotics, the internet, and video games, and we will get crafty with our own laptop prototype.
No registration is required, and all robot assistants will be provided.

Captain Corbin the Magical Pirate
2026-07-25 14:30 - 16:00
We are excited to welcome this magical, theatrical pirate to the Library for a special children’s performance! Enjoy high-seas adventure with lots of laughs.
All ages are welcome, no registration is required.
Learn more about the Captain on his website: https://www.captaincorbin.com/index.html
