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America's Boating Course Certification

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).

Defensive driving

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 Certification

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).

Zumba

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.  

NYS Safe Boating Certification Course

NYS Safe Boating Certification Course

All Day 5/9
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Driving, Outreach
Event Details:

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio will be sponsoring this 1-Day NYS Safe Boating certification course, offered by Safe Boating America.

Chess Pieces

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.  

Boxing gloves

Chair Boxing with Johnathan Arroyo

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
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:

Go another round with Johnathan in this energetic, fun boxing class.  No experience required, all gloves and equipment will be provided as well as some fun music to box along to. 

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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.

Zumba

HAPPY HOUR-ZUMBA STYLE with Tiana

Thursday, May 14, 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.  

Benedict Arnold

Movie Matinee Friday: Benedict Arnold: A Question of Honor

Friday, May 15, 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:

On the glorious battlefields of the American Revolution, two great generals distinguished themselves; George Washington and Benedict Arnold. Washington is remembered as America's founding father, Arnold as America's most notorious traitor.

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Spring Tote Bags

4:00pm–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.

Spring is here! Join us as we turn tote bags into blooming works of art! 

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.

Artist - Alan Bull

All Day 5/1–5/30
All Ages
Art
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Alan Bull is a painter, muralist, illustrator and instructor based in Newbury, Massachuetts. Originally from Maine and Orient New York. His works are featured in New England and North Fork art galleries.

Collage Buttons and Zines

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teen
Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Event Details:

Join us in the all new makerspace to get crafty! Using our Cricut cutters and button press, we will be making our own custom buttons and zines. 

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! 

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.

3D Printing 101

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teen
Art, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Art, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come down to the Maker Space to learn the basics of 3D printing. We will be using Tinker Cad to design our own custom bookmarks or keychains. Please bring your own USB drive or you can borrow one of ours!

Creative Crew: Alebrijes (Grades K-5)

4:00pm–4:45pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Upcoming
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. In this session, design your own fantastical creature inspired by alebrijes, the colorful Mexican folk art tradition.

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.

Simple Cricut Card Making

9:30am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in our all new makerspace as we design our own unique cards. We will be using Cricut Design Space to put together beautiful and simple greeting cards that you can keep or give to your loved ones. 

3D Printing 101

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Art, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come down to the Maker Space to learn the basics of 3D printing. We will be using Tinker Cad to design our own custom bookmarks or keychains. Please bring your own USB drive, or you can borrow one of ours!

Structures of Sound

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Art, In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Literacy Suffolk /Tutoring Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ben to discuss classic albums and artists, including:

Mother's Day Flowers (Grades 2-5)

2:45pm–3:45pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Upcoming
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:

Enjoy storytime and a craft to show mom how much she means to you for mothers day with a paper flower card. 

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.

Collage Buttons and Zines

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teen
Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Event Details:

Join us in the all new makerspace to get crafty! Using our Cricut cutters and button press, we will be making our own custom buttons and zines. 

Mother's Day Popsicle Stick Craft (Grades K-5)

11:00am–12:00pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Upcoming
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:

Craft a house from popsicle sticks and make mom a card for mothers day. 

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.

Dotty Creations (2-5 Years)

3:30pm–6:30pm
Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

For ages 2-5 years. Dot, dot, hooray! Young artists will have a blast creating colorful designs with dot markers while exploring creativity and strengthening fine motor skills.

No registration required.

Little Artists (2-5 Years)

10:00am–11:30am
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

For ages 2-5. Little artists are invited to explore colors, textures, and materials in this hands-on drop-in art program for preschoolers.

3D Printing 101

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teen
Art, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Art, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Registration Required

Simple Cricut Card Making

9:30am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in our all new makerspace as we design our own unique cards. We will be using Cricut Design Space to put together beautiful and simple greeting cards that you can keep or give to your loved ones. 

Self Care Journals

9:30am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the all new makerspace as we celebrate mental health awareness month. Using Cricut Design Space we will be creating vinyl elements to make unique self care journals. 

Collage Buttons and Zines

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teen
Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Event Details:

Join us in the all new makerspace to get crafty! Using our Cricut cutters and button press, we will be making our own custom buttons and zines. 

3D Printing 101

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teen
Art, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Art, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Registration Required

Yarn Wrapped Bee Craft (Preschool-Grade 5)

All Day
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:

Celebrate World Bee Day with a simple bee-themed craft that supports young children’s fine motor skills.

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.

Simple Cricut Card Making

9:30am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in our all new makerspace as we design our own unique cards. We will be using Cricut Design Space to put together beautiful and simple greeting cards that you can keep or give to your loved ones. 

3D Printing 101

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Art, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Maker Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come down to the Maker Space to learn the basics of 3D printing. We will be using Tinker Cad to design our own custom bookmarks or keychains. Please bring your own USB drive, or you can borrow one of ours!

Structures of Sound

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Art, In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Literacy Suffolk /Tutoring Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ben to discuss classic albums and artists, including:

Senior Social at the Library

2:30pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Art, Games and Recreation, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, Games and Recreation, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come to the library to enjoy light refreshments, crafts and games.