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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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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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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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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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Heart of Riverhead Civic Association

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
In-Person, Outreach
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft 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.

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: 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. 

Multiple Sclerosis (MS)-Early Diagnosis is Key via Zoom

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a major chronic immune-mediated neurological disorder that is on the rise.  It particularly affects young adults.  Dr.

Vintage Vignettes: Historical Fiction Book Club

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

Vintage Vignettes meets each month to to discuss historical fiction novels. 

May 21-My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray  

HIICAP Free Medicare Counseling

1:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Perkins Long Island History Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

A trained, NYS-certified HIICAP counselor can assist Medicare-eligible persons with information about how the system works, enrollment, benefits and other available health insurance options.  HIICAP counselors are not affiliated with any

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:

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.  

Trues and Brews Book Discussion

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Discussion, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
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. 

May 21-The Wicked Boy: The Mystery of a Victorian Child Murderer by Kate Summerscale

Social Worker

9:30am–1:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Counseling Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

Our social worker from Family Service League will be available to meet with patrons to provide information, referrals and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services and more.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext.

Social Worker

9:30am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Counseling Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

Our social worker from Family Service League will be available to meet with patrons to provide information, referrals and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services and more.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext.

Photo Basics & Easy Editing

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

 Join us for this 4 part workshop on how to take and edit those pictures on your phone. 

Intermediate German

9:45am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Language Learning
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Language Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Brush up on German vocabulary and grammar skills.

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. 

Mah Jongg Club

12:00pm–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.

Community Legal Help Project

2:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Outreach
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.  

 

Community Legal Help Project

2:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Outreach
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.  

 

Italian Dialogue, Grammar & Culture

4:00pm–5:30pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Language Learning, Virtual
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, 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.

LEGO Club

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

Come check out our new and improved LEGO sets!! Get ready to build, create, and let your imagination run wild!

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.  

Riverhead Stadium (formerly Wivchar Stadium)

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

Learn about this almost unknown stadium in Riverhead formerly known as Wivchar Stadium with Fabiio Montella. 

Social Worker

9:30am–1:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Counseling Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

Our social worker from Family Service League will be available to meet with patrons to provide information, referrals and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services and more.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext.

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.  

Luca Family Movie & Craft Night

2:00pm–4:00pm
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person, Movie
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate the start of the summer with a screening of Luca (2021) while making an ocean-themed craft! Light snacks will be provided. Please register each individual child.

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.

Social Worker

9:30am–11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Counseling Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

Our social worker from Family Service League will be available to meet with patrons to provide information, referrals and paperwork for housing, treatment, social services and more.  Call (631) 727-3228 ext.