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Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Knitting for Beginners

2:00pm–3:15pm
Adults, Seniors
Crafts, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics in this beginner class.  

Please bring one skein of worsted weight yarn and a pair of #8 knitting needles.  

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

Moving Zen: Karate for Aging Adults

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Upcoming
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

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Writing Group
Upcoming
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

Learn the Art of Ancient and Modern Hula

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the art of ancient and modern Hula, in the spirit of Aloha! This beginner-friendly series introduces the graceful movements and rich traditions of Hawaiian and Polynesian dance. 

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

Senior Advocate-Suffolk County Office for the Aging

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Perkins Long Island History Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person
Event Details:

A representative from the Suffolk County Office for the Aging will discuss different benefits and programs available to seniors.  The advocate can assist in determining program eligibility, filling out various applications/forms and connect s

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

Practical Caregiving Tips for the Winter Presented by ADRC

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter caregiving requires extra attention to safety, comfort and routine.  Learn to focus on preventing falls, managing mood changes, keeping meals nourishing and planning for emergencies presented by ADRC.

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

Mah Jongg Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Clubs, Games and Recreation, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
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

Senior Lunch Social with Laura (Everyone is Welcome)

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person
Upcoming
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. 

Buoy One

40 Peconic Ave, Riverhead

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

Italian Dialogue, Grammar & Culture

4:00pm–5:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Language Learning, Virtual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Language Learning, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Franco Varuolo each week virtually to study Italian dialogue, practice conversation and grammar skills and learn Italian culture.

Franco will be teaching from Italy, the class is via Zoom. 

 

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

Improv for Fun

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Improv is a fun and interactive experience that takes us out of our daily routine and relieves stress through laughter. Improv is the art of performing without any preparation and without using a script. Sounds scary, right?

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

Virtual Body Sculpting with Claire

9:00am–10:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, Virtual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

A workout class on Tuesdays and Thursdays which will leave you feeling energized. Suitable for all levels of a range of motion. 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

In-Person Chair Yoga with Susan

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming 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
Upcoming
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

The Conjuring of America by Lindsey Stewart

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Author Event, Book Discussion, Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Event, Book Discussion, Virtual
Event Details:

Feminist philosopher Dr.

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

Italian Conversation Club

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Language Learning
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Language Learning
Event Details:

Want to stay fluent in Italian with other like minded students, join our Italian conversation club.  

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

Conversational Spanish

4:00pm–5:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Language Learning, Virtual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Language Learning, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice conversational Spanish with Jennie Locicero. Some familiarity with Spanish is helpful.

 

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

Hallockville Old Time Jam

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Music & Entertainment
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Event Details:

All are welcome to join in, or just listen, to this acoustic jam. Fiddles, banjos, mandolins, guitars, spoons, washboards, etc., are all used to play Appalachian Mountain and Traditional Music from 1600's to 1900's.

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

HAPPY HOUR-ZUMBA STYLE with Tiana

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
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.  

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

Preventing and Managing Cardiac Risk Factors

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
History & Genealogy, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History & Genealogy, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dr. Joseph Wiedermann, Cardiologist at Catholic Health, will lead a presentation on preventing and managing heart risk factors that affect both men and women. 

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
Upcoming
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

Virtual Zumba Gold with Irina

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Virtual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Stage Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

A class to get you moving and grooving. Irina will lead you weekly with up-beat music, and movement that can be done or modified for all levels of fitness. 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

Catholic Health Mobile Outreach Bus

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:

Free flu vaccinations and cardiac screenings provided by a registered nurse.  

The outreach bus will be parked in the library parking lot.