News Release - Bright’s Grove Library to Temporarily Close for Expansion Project

Wyoming, ON – Bright’s Grove Library will temporarily close beginning Saturday, June 27, 2026 to accommodate the construction of a significant addition onto the building as part of the City of Sarnia’s Bright’s Grove Library Expansion. The closure is expected to last 14 months, subject to the construction schedule.

The approximately 7,000 square foot addition will be situated on the north side of the existing building, which currently serves as the building’s main entrance. 

“The renovation and expansion project represents a significant investment in the future of library service in Bright’s Grove,” said Darlene Coke, Manager of Library Services. “Given the scope of construction activity at the site, temporarily closing the library is the safest and most effective way to complete the work. We are excited to deliver a modern, accessible, and enhanced library space, and we look forward to welcoming the community back to a new Bright’s Grove Library when construction is complete.”

Library card holders and local residents are encouraged to use four other library locations operated by Lambton County Library that are within a 20-minute drive and within 9 – 18 kilometres from Bright’s Grove Library including: Camlachie Library, Point Edward Library, Clearwater Library and Sarnia Library.

To help minimize impacts to library users, Lambton County Library will expand service at neighboring locations.

Effective July 4, 2026, the following temporary hours will be in place:

Camlachie Library:

• Monday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Wednesday: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Thursday: 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Point Edward Library:

• Monday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Tuesday: 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Thursday: 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Friday: 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Patrons can continue to borrow and return materials, place holds, attend programs, and access services through any of the other 23 Lambton County Library locations. Digital resources, including eBooks, audiobooks, streaming services, and online learning platforms, will remain available 24/7 with a library card.

The expansion of Bright's Grove Library is a City of Sarnia managed building project as building owner, and the County of Lambton holds responsibility to furnish, equip, and staff the space and service as part of the division of responsibilities to deliver library service in Lambton County. The expansion will enhance library services for the community through improved accessibility, additional space, and modern amenities.

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Please contact:

Darlene Coke
Manager, Library Services
County of Lambton
519-845-0809 ext. 5238
Email Darlene Coke