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VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 4:30pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Tax Assistance
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Please contact the Adult Reference Desk to schedule an appointment.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Tax Assistance
Event Details:

Please contact the Adult Reference Desk to schedule an appointment.

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

Irish Genealogy

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

We will be exploring websites specific to Irish Genealogy; Irish naming patterns; Famine Years immigration; Griffith's Primary Valuation; Tithe Applotment Books; Irish Civil and Parish Records; Land Records; Census Records; and more. 

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

We will be exploring websites specific to Irish Genealogy; Irish naming patterns; Famine Years immigration; Griffith's Primary Valuation; Tithe Applotment Books; Irish Civil and Parish Records; Land Records; Census Records; and more. 

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

Dungeons and Dragons

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Literacy Suffolk /Tutoring Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Gaming, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join this monthly Dungeons and Dragons game.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Literacy Suffolk /Tutoring Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join this monthly Dungeons and Dragons game.  

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

Bridge Club

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join your neighbors for drop-in Bridge games. No registration needed. All levels are welcome.

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

Join your neighbors for drop-in Bridge games. No registration needed. All levels are welcome.

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

Yarn Tales-Knitting and Crochet Club

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen, Adults, Seniors

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

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

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

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

Tai Chi with Denise

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Beginners welcome. This program is open to Riverhead Free Library cardholders only.

 

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

Beginners welcome. This program is open to Riverhead Free Library cardholders only.

 

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

Shamrock Silliness

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Infant/Toddler/Preschool

For ages 2-5 years (not yet in Kindergarten). Come share the luck of the Irish with A Time for Kids, Inc. in this family fun preschool program all about St. Patrick’s Day!

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

For ages 2-5 years (not yet in Kindergarten). Come share the luck of the Irish with A Time for Kids, Inc. in this family fun preschool program all about St. Patrick’s Day!

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

Chess Club

Monday, March 16, 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Social Worker

Tuesday, March 17, 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, March 17, 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 "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

Music on the Farm

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Infant/Toddler/Preschool

For ages 2-4 years. Join Reprise Music for a musical adventure down on the farm! Sing along to favorite farm-themed songs, move like animals, and explore rhythm with fun instruments.

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

For ages 2-4 years. Join Reprise Music for a musical adventure down on the farm! Sing along to favorite farm-themed songs, move like animals, and explore rhythm with fun instruments.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Beginner/Intermediate ENGLISH Classes /clases de ingles

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:45pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

This class is designed for learners who can understand basic phrases, express simple needs, and have some

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

This class is designed for learners who can understand basic phrases, express simple needs, and have some

This event is in the "School Age" group

Slime Time

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

Get festive for St. Patrick's Day with a lucky green slime! Dress for a mess. 

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:

Get festive for St. Patrick's Day with a lucky green slime! Dress for a mess. 

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

Moving Zen: Karate for Aging Adults

Tuesday, March 17, 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 "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

Toddlers Tango

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Parent & Child
Age Group:
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. 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: In-Person, 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, March 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 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

Baseball with the FDR Library

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
History & Genealogy, In-Person, Lecture
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

In the aftermath of the Pearl Harbor attack, FDR received a letter from baseball commissioner Judge Kenesaw concerning the propriety of proceeding with the 1942 baseball season.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History & Genealogy, In-Person, Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

In the aftermath of the Pearl Harbor attack, FDR received a letter from baseball commissioner Judge Kenesaw concerning the propriety of proceeding with the 1942 baseball season.

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

Veteran's Resource Table

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Showcase Lobby at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

A Veteran peer mentor from the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project will share resources to Veterans and their families. No registration is required.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Showcase Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

A Veteran peer mentor from the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project will share resources to Veterans and their families. No registration is required.

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

Sing, Sign, with Me

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Language Learning, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Infant/Toddler/Preschool

For ages birth-5 years. Learn sign language in a meaningful and playful way with Registered and Licensed Occupational Therapist and Certified Signing Time Instructor, Lisamarie Curley.

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

For ages birth-5 years. Learn sign language in a meaningful and playful way with Registered and Licensed Occupational Therapist and Certified Signing Time Instructor, Lisamarie Curley.

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

Senior Dinner Social with Laura (Everyone is Welcome)

Wednesday, March 18, 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. 

Maple Tree BBQ

820 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. 

Maple Tree BBQ

820 Main Street Riverhead

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

Toastmasters Club

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Anyone 18+ looking to grow your public speaking and communication skills join Riverhead Toastmasters Club.  

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

Anyone 18+ looking to grow your public speaking and communication skills join Riverhead Toastmasters Club.  

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

Social Worker

Thursday, March 19, 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 "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

Lil’ Tots Sports

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, In-Person, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Infant/Toddler/Preschool

For ages 18-36 months. Lil' Tots Sports Studio will introduce your little athletes to the world of sports through play, sensory crafts and activities, all while ensuring they have a blast!

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

For ages 18-36 months. Lil' Tots Sports Studio will introduce your little athletes to the world of sports through play, sensory crafts and activities, all while ensuring they have a blast!

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

Vintage Vignettes: Historical Fiction Book Club

Thursday, March 19, 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. 

March 19-America's First Daughter

April 16-The Dressmakers of Prospect Heights

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. 

March 19-America's First Daughter

April 16-The Dressmakers of Prospect Heights