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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! 

Upcoming
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.

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. 

Upcoming
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. 

Stony Brook Medicine Job Fair

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Business & Career
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an exciting opportunity to learn about careers that offer both professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Business & Career
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting opportunity to learn about careers that offer both professional growth and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

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.

Lil Athletes: Hockey

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Infant/Toddler/Preschool

Join Lil’ Athletes for hockey practice!  Children learn stick handling, passing, shooting and other basic hockey fundamentals in a fun way! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Parent & Child
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Lil’ Athletes for hockey practice!  Children learn stick handling, passing, shooting and other basic hockey fundamentals in a fun way! 

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.

Tabletop Thursdays

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation
Age Group:
Teen

Bring a friend for some live-action tabletop roleplaying games.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring a friend for some live-action tabletop roleplaying games.

Soda Tab Friends

All Day 1/25 - 1/31
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Turn an ordinary soda tab into a fun little character by adding beads, wire, and your own creative touch. No registration required.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Turn an ordinary soda tab into a fun little character by adding beads, wire, and your own creative touch. No registration required.

Sprouts & Friends

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool

For ages birth-5 years. Sprouts & Friends is a music and movement program for families with children. Our mission is to create joy while we play, learn and grow together. Come ready to move and sing with your child.

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

For ages birth-5 years. Sprouts & Friends is a music and movement program for families with children. Our mission is to create joy while we play, learn and grow together. Come ready to move and sing with your child.

StoryLab

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Get ready to read, imagine, and invent! Each session starts with a great book and ends with a hands-on STEAM challenge. From building bridges to solving problems, kids will explore big ideas through stories and creativity.

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

Get ready to read, imagine, and invent! Each session starts with a great book and ends with a hands-on STEAM challenge. From building bridges to solving problems, kids will explore big ideas through stories and creativity.

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.

Community Baby Shower

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Outreach

Hosted by the Perinatal Health Services Program.

Join us for a free, fun-filled celebration designed especially for expectant and new moms! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Program Type: Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hosted by the Perinatal Health Services Program.

Join us for a free, fun-filled celebration designed especially for expectant and new moms! 

Parent and Me Playtime

Tuesday, January 27, 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!

Upcoming
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!

Meta Quest VR Free Play

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation
Age Group:
Teen

Try gaming in three dimensions with our brand-new VR headset!

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Event Details:

Try gaming in three dimensions with our brand-new VR headset!

Creative Crew: Pinch Pot Creatures

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

Join the Creative Crew and bring your creativity to life through hands-on arts and crafts projects.

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

Join the Creative Crew and bring your creativity to life through hands-on arts and crafts projects.

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.

Cookie Color Wheel

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Cooking, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

Kids will learn to mix colors in a fun and tasty way using cookies and frosting to make a cookie color wheel. 

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

Kids will learn to mix colors in a fun and tasty way using cookies and frosting to make a cookie color wheel. 

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.

Among Us Challenge

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

Call a meeting! Come test your skills as you either try to save your space station, or sneak around eliminating the other players in this fun “real life” version of the hit video game. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Call a meeting! Come test your skills as you either try to save your space station, or sneak around eliminating the other players in this fun “real life” version of the hit video game. 

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.

Among Us Volunteer Crewmen

Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Community Service
Age Group:
Teen

Gain community service time by helping our librarians get ready for an Among Us-themed program for school age kids! Teens will receive 1 hour of community service.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gain community service time by helping our librarians get ready for an Among Us-themed program for school age kids! Teens will receive 1 hour of community service.

Tiny Tunes

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool

For ages 1-3. This short and sweet program is for the littles who love to have fun with some new friends. Great for your wonderous wigglers! 

Upcoming
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 1-3. This short and sweet program is for the littles who love to have fun with some new friends. Great for your wonderous wigglers! 

Heart Doily Valentines

All Day 2/1 - 2/7
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Create your own unique handmade card using heart-shaped doilies and fun embellishments to share with someone special. No registration required.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Create your own unique handmade card using heart-shaped doilies and fun embellishments to share with someone special. No registration required.

Babies Boogie

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool

For ages birth-23 months. Clap your hands, stomp your feet and move to the beat in this interactive music and movement class.

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

For ages birth-23 months. Clap your hands, stomp your feet and move to the beat in this interactive music and movement class.

The Pawject: No Bake Dog Treats

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Community Service
Age Group:
Teen

Make simple no bake dog biscuits to be donated to Kent Animal Shelter. Participants will receive 1 hour of community service.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Service
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make simple no bake dog biscuits to be donated to Kent Animal Shelter. Participants will receive 1 hour of community service.

Meta Quest VR Free Play

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation
Age Group:
Teen

Try gaming in three dimensions with our brand-new VR headset!

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games and Recreation
Event Details:

Try gaming in three dimensions with our brand-new VR headset!

Darling Doves Paper Craft

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

For Grades 1-5. Visit us after school to create a special craft for someone you love! No registration required. 

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

For Grades 1-5. Visit us after school to create a special craft for someone you love! No registration required. 

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.

Emily Fritts Art Exhibition February 5 - February 28, 2026

All Day 2/5 - 2/28
Elizabeth Overton Gallery at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

Emily Fritts is an artist that uses mixed media and found objects. The artistic compositions are based on her own personal experiences, capturing a vibrant vibe of imagination with a sense of reality.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Emily Fritts is an artist that uses mixed media and found objects. The artistic compositions are based on her own personal experiences, capturing a vibrant vibe of imagination with a sense of reality.