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Social Worker

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Counseling Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Our social work intern from Stony Brook University's Healthy Libraries Program will be available to meet with patrons to provide information, referrals and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services and more.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Counseling Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Event Details:

Our social work intern from Stony Brook University's Healthy Libraries Program will be available to meet with patrons to provide information, referrals and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services and more.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Intermediate German

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:45am - 11:00am
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Brush up on German vocabulary and grammar skills.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Language Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Brush up on German vocabulary and grammar skills.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

Parent and Me Playtime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Parent & Child, Parenting
Age Group:
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool

Join us for a relaxed playtime designed for toddlers and their caregivers!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: In-Person, Parent & Child, Parenting
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxed playtime designed for toddlers and their caregivers!

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Tai Chi for Arthritis  is a moving meditation and the health benefits include increased flexibility, muscle strength and balance.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tai Chi for Arthritis  is a moving meditation and the health benefits include increased flexibility, muscle strength and balance.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Camellia Paper Flowers with Casey

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join Casey Cunningham as she shows us how to make these beautiful camellias.  

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Casey Cunningham as she shows us how to make these beautiful camellias.  

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Moving Zen: Karate for Aging Adults

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join Sensei Chris for this 6-part Karate class.  Learn how to use martial arts to improve health and peace of mind. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Sensei Chris for this 6-part Karate class.  Learn how to use martial arts to improve health and peace of mind. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Chess Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Drop in to play Chess with your neighbors. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Clubs, In-Person
Event Details:

Drop in to play Chess with your neighbors. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Slime Time

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

Dress for a mess and create an icy winter themed slime! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dress for a mess and create an icy winter themed slime! 

Disclaimer(s)

Behavior Clause for School-Age Programs

By attending this program, participants agree to conduct themselves in a respectful and appropriate manner. Disruptive, inappropriate, or unsafe behavior toward staff, presenters, or fellow attendees will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the program and/or restriction from future library events. Parents or guardians are responsible for the behavior of their children during all youth and family programs. The library reserves the right to take appropriate action as needed to ensure a welcoming and safe environment for all.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Learn the Art of Ancient and Modern Hula

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn the art of ancient and modern Hula, in the spirit of Aloha! This beginner-friendly series introduces the graceful movements and rich traditions of Hawaiian and Polynesian dance. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the art of ancient and modern Hula, in the spirit of Aloha! This beginner-friendly series introduces the graceful movements and rich traditions of Hawaiian and Polynesian dance. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Learn to Play Mah Jongg

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Gaming, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn To Play Mah Jongg!  Join instructor Jacqui Palatnik  to learn the game that has fascinated people for so many years with its strategies, sequences, and combinations.  This class will introduce you to the tiles and basic moves

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn To Play Mah Jongg!  Join instructor Jacqui Palatnik  to learn the game that has fascinated people for so many years with its strategies, sequences, and combinations.  This class will introduce you to the tiles and basic moves

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

Toddlers Tango

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool

For ages 2-4 years. Clap your hands, stomp your feet and move to the beat in this interactive music and movement class. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 2-4 years. Clap your hands, stomp your feet and move to the beat in this interactive music and movement class. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Mah Jongg Club

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Games and Recreation, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Drop in to play Mah Jongg with your neighbors. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Clubs, Games and Recreation, In-Person
Event Details:

Drop in to play Mah Jongg with your neighbors. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Let’s Make Pasta: Cavatelli with Judy's Cucina

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Cooking, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Patrons make their own pasta dough and shape approximately 1 lb. of embossed cavatelli.  Bring a bowl and cutting board to class. 

$5 per person due at time of in person registration.  

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Patrons make their own pasta dough and shape approximately 1 lb. of embossed cavatelli.  Bring a bowl and cutting board to class. 

$5 per person due at time of in person registration.  

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Game On!

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Family, School Age

For families with children in grades K-5.

Get ready for an evening of fun, laughter, strategy, and teamwork! Drop-in to play awesome board games that spark creativity and build friendships. 

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Family, School Age
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person, Parent & Child
Event Details:

For families with children in grades K-5.

Get ready for an evening of fun, laughter, strategy, and teamwork! Drop-in to play awesome board games that spark creativity and build friendships. 

Disclaimer(s)

Behavior Clause for School-Age Programs

By attending this program, participants agree to conduct themselves in a respectful and appropriate manner. Disruptive, inappropriate, or unsafe behavior toward staff, presenters, or fellow attendees will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the program and/or restriction from future library events. Parents or guardians are responsible for the behavior of their children during all youth and family programs. The library reserves the right to take appropriate action as needed to ensure a welcoming and safe environment for all.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Improv for Fun

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Improv is a fun and interactive experience that takes us out of our daily routine and relieves stress through laughter. Improv is the art of performing without any preparation and without using a script. Sounds scary, right?

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Improv is a fun and interactive experience that takes us out of our daily routine and relieves stress through laughter. Improv is the art of performing without any preparation and without using a script. Sounds scary, right?

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Senior Dinner Social with Laura (Everyone is Welcome)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come out and make new friends. You will be responsible for paying for what you order. Cash is often preferred for tipping and settling the bill. 

Myles on Main

428 E Main Street, Riverhead

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come out and make new friends. You will be responsible for paying for what you order. Cash is often preferred for tipping and settling the bill. 

Myles on Main

428 E Main Street, Riverhead

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Social Worker

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:00pm
Counseling Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Our social work intern from Stony Brook University's Healthy Libraries Program will be available to meet with patrons to provide information, referrals and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services and more.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Counseling Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Event Details:

Our social work intern from Stony Brook University's Healthy Libraries Program will be available to meet with patrons to provide information, referrals and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services and more.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

In-Person Chair Yoga with Susan

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

A weekly in-person class which will get you moving while also teaching you techniques to help you bring yourself greater inner peace.

You will be registered for the series when you register for the first time. 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

A weekly in-person class which will get you moving while also teaching you techniques to help you bring yourself greater inner peace.

You will be registered for the series when you register for the first time. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Vintage Vignettes: Historical Fiction Book Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Vintage Vignettes meets each month to to discuss historical fiction novels. 

January 22-Circling the Sun

February 19-The Lacemaker

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion, In-Person, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Vintage Vignettes meets each month to to discuss historical fiction novels. 

January 22-Circling the Sun

February 19-The Lacemaker

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

HIICAP Free Medicare Counseling

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Perkins Long Island History Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

A trained, NYS-certified HIICAP counselor can assist Medicare-eligible persons with information about how the system works, enrollment, benefits and other available health insurance options.  HIICAP counselors are not affiliated with any

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Perkins Long Island History Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

A trained, NYS-certified HIICAP counselor can assist Medicare-eligible persons with information about how the system works, enrollment, benefits and other available health insurance options.  HIICAP counselors are not affiliated with any

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Tai Chi for Arthritis  is a moving meditation and the health benefits include increased flexibility, muscle strength and balance.

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tai Chi for Arthritis  is a moving meditation and the health benefits include increased flexibility, muscle strength and balance.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Italian Conversation Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Want to stay fluent in Italian with other like minded students, join our Italian conversation club.  

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Language Learning
Event Details:

Want to stay fluent in Italian with other like minded students, join our Italian conversation club.  

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

LEGO Club

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Games and Recreation, In-Person, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age

Join us for family LEGO Club! Work together to build creative projects, complete fun challenges, and show off your brick-building skills. All ages are welcome—just bring your imagination!

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Clubs, Games and Recreation, In-Person, Parent & Child
Event Details:

Join us for family LEGO Club! Work together to build creative projects, complete fun challenges, and show off your brick-building skills. All ages are welcome—just bring your imagination!

Disclaimer(s)

Behavior Clause for School-Age Programs

By attending this program, participants agree to conduct themselves in a respectful and appropriate manner. Disruptive, inappropriate, or unsafe behavior toward staff, presenters, or fellow attendees will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the program and/or restriction from future library events. Parents or guardians are responsible for the behavior of their children during all youth and family programs. The library reserves the right to take appropriate action as needed to ensure a welcoming and safe environment for all.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Structures of Sound

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Perkins Long Island History Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join Ben to discuss classic albums and artists, including:

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Perkins Long Island History Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ben to discuss classic albums and artists, including: