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Community Legal Help Project

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Literacy Suffolk /Tutoring Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Literacy Suffolk /Tutoring Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

Free limited virtual legal advice on family, divorce and criminal law.  Appointments preferred; walk-ins welcome.  

To make an appointment, please call (631) 822-3272.  

 

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Community Legal Help Project

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Counseling Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Counseling Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

Free limited virtual legal advice on family, divorce and criminal law.  Appointments preferred; walk-ins welcome.  

To make an appointment, please call (631) 822-3272.  

 

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Trues and Brews Book Discussion

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us each month to discuss a true crime novel. 

March 19-The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel

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Movie Matinee Friday: Wicked for Good

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Movie
Event Details:

Elphaba, now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz's silenced Animals and desperately trying to expose the truth she knows about The Wizard.

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America's Boating Course Presented by United States Power Squadron

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

The United States Power Squadrons will present “America’s Boating Course®” (ABC).

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Defensive Driving

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 9:30am - 3:30pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
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.

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America's Boating Course Presented by United States Power Squadron

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

The United States Power Squadrons will present “America’s Boating Course®” (ABC).

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HAPPY HOUR-ZUMBA STYLE with Tiana

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Zumba-Dance. Sweat. Smile.

YOUR HEART WILL RACE, YOUR FEET WILL MOVE, AND YOUR MOOD WILL SOAR.  WELCOME TO ZUMBA with TIANA!

Just wear comfy clothes, sneakers and bring water.  

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Chess Tournament

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming, In-Person
Event Details:

This competitive chess tournament includes trophies and snacks.  Registration is required to play.  

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Estate Planning 101

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to structure your estate plan no matter your age.

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Baby & Toddler Playdate

10:00am–11:00am
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
In-Person, Parent & Child, Playtime
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, Playtime
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages birth- 24 months. 

LEGO Club

4:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages, Family
Games and Recreation, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: All Ages, Family
Program Type: Games and Recreation, In-Person
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.

Truffula-Palooza Movie Night

4:00pm–6:00pm
Family
Crafts, In-Person, Movie, Parent & Child
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person, Movie, Parent & Child
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please register each individual child.

Enjoy a screening of The Lorax (2012) with some light snacks while making your own colorful Truffula tree craft to take home! 

Mother's Day Picture Frames

4:30pm–6:30pm
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Drop in to decorate a one-of-a-kind picture frame for Mother’s Day! This craft will make the perfect gift for Mom, Grandma, or someone special! 

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.