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Photo & Video Editing

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

You've taken the perfect picture or made the best video on your cellphone but it needs to be edited to make it even more special.  Join us for this 4 part workshop on how to edit those pictures and videos.  

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

You've taken the perfect picture or made the best video on your cellphone but it needs to be edited to make it even more special.  Join us for this 4 part workshop on how to edit those pictures and videos.  

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

Bridge Club

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Browsing Room 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: Browsing Room
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Tai Chi with Denise

Monday, November 17, 2025 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 "School Age" group

Moving Pictures (Grades 3-5)

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

Get creative and make your art come alive! In this hands-on program for kids in grades 3–5, we’ll design and build simple moving pictures using sliders and storytelling.

Open
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:

Get creative and make your art come alive! In this hands-on program for kids in grades 3–5, we’ll design and build simple moving pictures using sliders and storytelling.

Disclaimer(s)

Behavior Clause for School-Age Programs

By registering for 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

Chess Club

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Browsing Room 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: Browsing Room
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

SB Healthy Libraries -Social Work Intern

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 5:30pm
Counseling Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

A social work intern from Stony Brook University's Healthy Libraries Program will be available to meet with patrons.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext. 301 to schedule an appointment.

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

A social work intern from Stony Brook University's Healthy Libraries Program will be available to meet with patrons.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext. 301 to schedule an appointment.

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

Intermediate German

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Estate Planning with Purpose: Bequests to Charities and Nonprofits with Burner Prudenti Law

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Lecture
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

When it comes to estate planning, your legacy can extend far beyond providing for loved ones.

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

When it comes to estate planning, your legacy can extend far beyond providing for loved ones.

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

Advanced French Book Club

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Perkins Long Island History Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Are you fluent in French?

Do you want to take your French skills to the next level, if so this book club is for you.

This is your opportunity to continue learning and improving your French.

 

 

 

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

Are you fluent in French?

Do you want to take your French skills to the next level, if so this book club is for you.

This is your opportunity to continue learning and improving your French.

 

 

 

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

Tai Chi for Arthritis Part II

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Browsing 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.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Browsing 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 "Family" group
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

Make Your Own Mouse Ears! (3-5 Years)

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool

Join us for activities to celebrate Minnie Mouse's Birthday! Leave with a pair of your own mouse ears!

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

Join us for activities to celebrate Minnie Mouse's Birthday! Leave with a pair of your own mouse ears!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intermediate ENGLISH -2 Classes /clases de ingles intermedio 2

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Moving Zen: Karate for Aging Adults

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 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

Writer's Workshop: The Fiction Factory

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Writing Group
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Write a fiction piece at home, then bring your work to meetings to share in a seminar style discussion. 

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

Write a fiction piece at home, then bring your work to meetings to share in a seminar style discussion. 

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

Mah Jongg Club

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Browsing Room 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: Browsing Room
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

Veteran's Resource Table

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 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.

Ask the Expert: How to Save on Energy Costs

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:30pm
Showcase Lobby at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Outreach

    Meet with representatives of the Long Island Clean Energy Hub—a team of trusted, knowledgeable, community-based organizations from Long Island offering free educational assistance and outreach to homeowners, renters, not-for-profits,

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

    Meet with representatives of the Long Island Clean Energy Hub—a team of trusted, knowledgeable, community-based organizations from Long Island offering free educational assistance and outreach to homeowners, renters, not-for-profits,

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

Lil' Athletes: Basketball (2-4 Years)

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool

Join Lil’ Athletes for basketball practice!  Children learn to dribble, shoot, pass, and other fun and exciting basketball skills.

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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Lil’ Athletes for basketball practice!  Children learn to dribble, shoot, pass, and other fun and exciting basketball skills.

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

Senior Dinner Social

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
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. 

Lakeview Grille at Scott’s Point

5835 Middle Country Road, Calverton 

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. 

Lakeview Grille at Scott’s Point

5835 Middle Country Road, Calverton 

This event is in the "School Age" group

STEAM Club: Native American Spin Drums (Grades 3-5)

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Age Group:
School Age

Learn about indigenous heritage with us as we create a traditional Native American instrument.

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

Learn about indigenous heritage with us as we create a traditional Native American instrument.

Disclaimer(s)

Behavior Clause for School-Age Programs

By registering for 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

SB Healthy Libraries -Social Work Intern

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 5:30pm
Counseling Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

A social work intern from Stony Brook University's Healthy Libraries Program will be available to meet with patrons.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext. 301 to schedule an appointment.

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

A social work intern from Stony Brook University's Healthy Libraries Program will be available to meet with patrons.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext. 301 to schedule an appointment.

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

Sprouts & Friends (Birth-5 Years)

Thursday, November 20, 2025 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

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.

Full
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:

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.

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

In-Person Chair Yoga with Susan

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Grand 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. 

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:

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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Long Island Cares Mobile Food Assistance

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Parking Lot at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Outreach
Age Group:
All Ages, Family, Adults, Seniors

Long Island Cares will supply prepackaged bags filled with non-perishable food items. No identification is required to pick up your supply of food. This is a walk-up service only.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages, Family, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

Long Island Cares will supply prepackaged bags filled with non-perishable food items. No identification is required to pick up your supply of food. This is a walk-up service only.