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Snowball Adventures: Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/1–2/28
Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Reading Club
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Reading Club
Event Details:

For children ages birth-5 years old and in grades K-5. 

This event is in the "School Age" group

Darling Doves Paper Craft

4:30pm–7:00pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
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.

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

Love Bug Craft

10:30am–4:00pm
Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

For ages 3-10. Show your love for someone this Valentines Day with this cute craft. 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.

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

Snow White Movie Matinee

1:00pm–3:00pm
Family, School Age
Movie
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Family, School Age
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Escape the cold and join us to watch the re-imagined Disney classic!

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

Be Mine BINGO!

5:00pm–5:45pm
Family, School Age
Games and Recreation, In-Person
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Family, School Age
Program Type: Games and Recreation, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to shout BINGO and win some sweet prizes!
 

This event is in the "School Age" group

Mighty Makers: Circuit Symphony

5:30pm–6:30pm
School Age
In-Person
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:

Mighty Makers is a hands-on program series where kids explore creativity through technology. In this session, turn ordinary objects like play-dough or foil into piano keys and bongos using the Makey Makey invention kit. 

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 "School Age" group

Valentines Day Card Workshop

3:30pm–7:00pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

For Grades K-5. Celebrate Valentine’s Day at our creative workshop!

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 "School Age" group

Slime Time: Valentine's Edition

4:00pm–4:30pm
School Age
Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child, STEAM
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Choose from pink or red to make a valentines day 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 "School Age" group

Among Us Challenge

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age
Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person
Open
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.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Chinese New Year Lanterns

6:00pm–6:30pm
School Age
Art, Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Art, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate and learn about the Chinese New Year with us! We’ll get creative with making traditional paper lanterns.

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

The BenAnna Band

11:00am–11:30am
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Music & Entertainment
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

This high energy musical duo will be at the library for a concert filled with children’s music and pop/throwback covers for families to dance and sing along with!
 

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 "School Age" group

Minion Cupcakes

11:00am–12:00pm
School Age
Cooking, In-Person
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Open Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Cooking, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bello! Join Chef Rob for a fun-filled cupcake decorating session inspired by everyone’s favorite yellow Minions! 
 

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 "School Age" group

StoryLab

5:00pm–5:30pm
School Age
In-Person, STEAM, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: In-Person, STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to read, imagine, and invent! Each session will start 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.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Creative Crew: Story Quilts

5:30pm–6:30pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
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:

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

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

4:00pm–7:00pm
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Clubs, Games and Recreation, In-Person, Parent & Child
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!