Brighton Public Library

Kids' Crafts Kits
2026-10-03 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-19 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-29 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-22 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-15 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!

Song & Story Hour
2026-10-01 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-09-24 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-09-17 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-09-10 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-09-03 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-27 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-20 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.

Teens' Craft Kits
2026-10-01, 2026-09-01
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!

KnitCetera
2026-09-30 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-09-23 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-09-16 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-09-09 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-09-02 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-08-26 12:30 - 14:30, 2026-08-19 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.

BPL Board Meeting
2026-09-23 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.

Writers Circle
2026-09-08 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.

Spanish Circle
2026-09-05 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.

The First Line Book Club
2026-08-22 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-15 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.

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.
