The Breakaway - April 21, 2012 at The Hilton Township Hall
Dan Buchanan, along with The Brighton Arts Council, present an evening of local history, focussing on the story of The Breakaway. On April 21, 1852 (160 Years To The Day!!) a small lake north of Hilton broke through its banks and destroyed two saw mills and killed two men. Hear about what happened to the people and the consequences for the community. Free Admission. (See story in History Section)
History Books about Brighton & Area
Florence Chatten's book "Brighton Township" is available from Florence at 613-475-1244. It can also be ordered online through the publisher's web site http://essencebookstore.com/. (Look under the "Other" Category.)
Susan Brose's book "The History of Brighton Businesses 1816 to 2009" provides lots of interesting info re businesses over the years in Brighton Village and surrounding area. It contains 424 pages with 140 business ads and 576 pictures. The cost is $55.00 and it is available in Brighton at End of the Thread and Family Realty on Main St., Hair Sensations on Elizabeth St. or call Susan Brose at 613-475-1028.
"That's Just The Way We Were; Brighton Memories", published by The Municipality of Brighton in 2006 is available at the Brighton Municipal Office.
Bonnie Browne's books about life in Brighton are available from the author. Call Bonnie at 613-475-0915
More in the "History" Section"
Check out the History section for new history items to download.
History Tours of Brighton Township
See the "What's New" Section March 2011 for info re history tours of Brighton and area by Dan Buchanan.
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