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Sweet Adventures Await- Summer Reading Challenge

All Day 6/2–8/9
Family, School Age
In-Person, Reading Club
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Family, School Age
Program Type: In-Person, Reading Club
Event Details:

This summer, embark on a deliciously fun reading adventure with our Candyland Summer Reading Challenge! Dive into magical tales, thrilling mysteries, and exciting new worlds while earning sweet rewards along the way.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Sweet Escapes: A Summer Reading Adventure

All Day 6/2–8/9
Teen
In-Person, Reading Club
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person, Reading Club
Event Details:

Step into a world of pure imagination this summer with our Wonka-Themed Summer Reading Challenge for Teens! Discover fantastical stories, unlock exciting challenges, and earn golden rewards as you read your way through a world of wonder.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

EILEEN KELLY - ART EXHIBITION

06/27/2025 @ 9:00am–07/28/2025 @ 5:00pm
All Ages
Art
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

This show symbolizes the interconnectedness of nature and technology, suggesting themes of transformation or cyclical nature of life.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Friendship Bracelets

All Day 7/1–7/12
Teen
Crafts, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Calling all Swifties! Drop in and make friendship bracelets inspired by your favorite Taylor Swift eras, lyrics, and vibes.

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

Jurassic Builders (Ages 2-5)

10:00am–12:00pm
Infant/Toddler/Preschool
In-Person, STEAM
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: In-Person, STEAM
Event Details:

Travel back in time and let your imagination roar! Drop-in for a prehistoric building adventure where you’ll create your own dinosaurs out of foam bone No registration required. 

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

Catholic Health Bus Services

10:00am–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

Catholic Health nurses will provide FREE Flu Shots,  blood pressure screenings, cholesterol, body mass index and glucose screenings, along with patient education and referrals to care. 

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

In-Person Chair Yoga with Susan

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Full
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Virtual Chair Yoga with Susan

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, Virtual
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Participating in this weekly virtual class from your own home will get you moving while also teaching you techniques to help bring yourself greater inner peace.

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

This event is in the "Teen" group

D&D Nights: The Adventure Continues

4:30pm–6:30pm
Teen
Gaming, In-Person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Gaming, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Leap into adventure and take part in a totally unique role-playing experience.

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

Stamp Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Clubs, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Perkins Long Island History Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Clubs, In-Person
Event Details:

Drop in to meet with neighbors who share your interest in philately. All are welcome.

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

The Amazing Dancing Dogs

6:00pm–7:15pm
Family, School Age
In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Family, School Age
Program Type: In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Families with Children of all ages.  Get ready to be amazed as Diana Frohman and her famous golden retrievers take the stage.

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

Riverhead Photo Club

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

It meets the second and fourth Thursday of every month in the library and is opened to all ages and levels of expertise who are interested in the artistic, technical and social aspects of the hobby. 

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

Conversational German

9:45am–11:15am
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Language Learning
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Language Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mark Hobson leads us in conversation to sharpen vocabulary and improve fluency.  

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

SCORE Free Individualized Business Counseling

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Business & Career, Outreach, Virtual
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Perkins Long Island History Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Business & Career, Outreach, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Available for in-person or virtual counseling sessions.

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

Kidnastics (1-3 Years)

10:30am–11:15am
Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Parent & Child
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person, Parent & Child
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Kidnastics for a morning of musical warm-ups, obstacle courses, fun inflatables and more. Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers.  **We ask that you only register if you plan on attending all 3 classes.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Kidnastics (Entering Grade K- Completed Grade 2)

11:30am–12:15pm
School Age
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Miss. Gail for 3 weeks of fun and educational Kidnastics classes. **We ask that you only register if you plan on attending all 3 classes.

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

Canasta Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Clubs, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Browsing Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Clubs, In-Person
Event Details:

Drop in to play Canasta 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

Movie Matinee Friday: Wicked

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Movie
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

Elphaba, a young woman ridiculed for her green skin, and Galinda, a popular girl, become friends at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. After an encounter with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Art and a Movie

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teen
In-Person, Movie
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Relax in the Teen Loft and watch To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before while making your own friendship bracelet stacks.

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

Defensive Driving

9:30am–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Driving, In-Person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Driving, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Completing this course may save up to 10% on your insurance and reduce up to 4 points from your driving record. This is a 1 day, 6-hour course with a 30-minute lunch break included. A snack, beverage, and sweater are recommended.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Heart of Riverhead Civic Association

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
In-Person, Outreach
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Browsing Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

Join the Heart of Riverhead Civic Association for their monthly meeting.

This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow community members and discuss important town issues, hear updates, and learn about upcoming events.

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

Dungeons and Dragons

1:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Gaming, In-Person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
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 "All Ages" group

Courtyard Concert Series-Retirement Village People

5:30pm–7:00pm
All Ages
In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Front Entrance Courtyard
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Event Details:

Comedian Stevie G.B. is back and this time he’s bringing friends. The Retirement Village People are a musical comedy group performing hilarious original song parodies of classic rock, pop and show tunes from the 60s and 70s.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Mini Disco Balls

All Day 7/14–7/19
Teen
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Make your own shiny mini disco ball using mirror tiles, Styrofoam, and glue. No registration required.