Christina Zygielbaum has always dreamed of opening a coffee and tea shop, with plans to include a shelf with books her customers could browse.
Her dream became a reality – books and all – and she opened “7 a.m. Somewhere” coffee shop in the heart of Brighton at 119 N. Main Street with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 16.
Johna Garrison, president of the Brighton Chamber of Commerce, congratulated Zygielbaum saying she did a fantastic job with the place and made it unique. Brighton had no coffee shops, and now it have several, all at once.
“This coffee shop is special because it offers a space for moms to gather, a place for you to work or meet a friend, and a spot for kids to play — this combination is unique among all other shops. It also features a beautiful patio out back and amazing murals,” Garrison said. “It’s amazing to see Brighton growing like this and creating spaces where people can come together to build a stronger community, which is exactly what is needed.”
In addition to coffee, Zygielbaum’s coffee shop boasts handcrafted beverages, artisanal pastries and delectable dishes. They also provide gluten-free options.
“This is my dream for the future to bring the community together and offer great drinks,” said Christina Zygielbaum.
She said that before buying her coffee shop five years ago, she had been a stay-at-home mom taking care of her children.
“I have also worked at American Express and in project management. This business makes sense,” Ziglebaum said.

Her husband Josh Zygielbaum is the Adams County Clerk and Recorder, said that owning a coffee and tea shop and a bookstore has been Christina’s lifelong dream, and she had the opportunity to purchase the building.
“She took this and ran with it; it has taken on with her personality, its design and atmosphere are entirely hers. And it’s just wonderful,” he said.
The building itself was about 120 years old, so it needed some additional tender loving care, he said.
“There were some original wood floors here, and severely damaged floors had to be replaced, along with various items that generally needed upgrades. It turned out beautifully,” he said.
Brighton Chamber board member Rachel Munoz said the shop is the shot in the arm the area needs.
“It’s great to see more businesses coming in, and see more people that are traveling, to come in and sit down and enjoy our city and go shopping downtown,” Munoz said.
Former Chamber board member Brian Engle agreed.
“It’s cool to get as many businesses as we can down here,” Engle said. “It’s great to see downtown revitalized for the people at night and during the day. It’s huge, awesome.”
Charles Morgan, a Business Account Executive with Allo Fiber and a member of the Brighton Economic Development Board, said is a natural fits for the area and gives the community a new place to meet. Chamber secretary Ernadette Burarin said she loves the space and the decor. And Brighton City Council member Ann Taddeo was on board as well.
“It was my first time here, but I will be back,” Taddeo said. “It’s wonderful.”
