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Miranda Gatewood Fine Art Photographer

05/30/2025 @ 9:00am to 06/20/2025 @ 5:00pm
Elizabeth Overton Gallery at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Miranda Gatewood holds an M.F.A. in fine art photography from the Cranbrook Academy of Art, Bloomfield Hills, MI. Exhibiting since 1977, her language is images. Gatewood’s work has been collected by the Erie Art Museum, Erie, PA.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Miranda Gatewood holds an M.F.A. in fine art photography from the Cranbrook Academy of Art, Bloomfield Hills, MI. Exhibiting since 1977, her language is images. Gatewood’s work has been collected by the Erie Art Museum, Erie, PA.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Children" group

Sweet Adventures Await- Summer Reading Challenge

All Day 6/2 - 8/9
Virtual at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Reading Club
Age Group:
Family, Children

This summer, embark on a deliciously fun reading adventure with our Candyland Summer Reading Challenge! Dive into magical tales, thrilling mysteries, and exciting new worlds while earning sweet rewards along the way.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Family, Children
Program Type: In-Person, Reading Club
Event Details:

This summer, embark on a deliciously fun reading adventure with our Candyland Summer Reading Challenge! Dive into magical tales, thrilling mysteries, and exciting new worlds while earning sweet rewards along the way.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Sweet Escapes: A Summer Reading Adventure

All Day 6/2 - 8/9
Virtual at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Reading Club
Age Group:
Teen

Step into a world of pure imagination this summer with our Wonka-Themed Summer Reading Challenge for Teens! Discover fantastical stories, unlock exciting challenges, and earn golden rewards as you read your way through a world of wonder.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person, Reading Club
Event Details:

Step into a world of pure imagination this summer with our Wonka-Themed Summer Reading Challenge for Teens! Discover fantastical stories, unlock exciting challenges, and earn golden rewards as you read your way through a world of wonder.

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

Virtual Zumba Gold with Irina

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
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

SCORE Free Individualized Business Counseling

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Perkins Long Island History Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Business & Career, Outreach, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Available for in-person or virtual counseling sessions.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Perkins Long Island History Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Business & Career, Outreach, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Available for in-person or virtual counseling sessions.

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

Canasta Club

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Browsing Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Drop in to play Canasta with your neighbors. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Browsing Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Clubs, In-Person
Event Details:

Drop in to play Canasta 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 Social at the Library

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Games and Recreation, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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

Open
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.

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

Chess Tournament

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 4:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Gaming, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

This competitive chess tournament includes trophies and snacks.  Registration is required to play.  To register, call Henry Despres  (631) 968-5349

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Gaming, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

This competitive chess tournament includes trophies and snacks.  Registration is required to play.  To register, call Henry Despres  (631) 968-5349

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

Photo Venture to Indian Island County Park

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Art, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join Miranda Gatewood on a photographic adventure with your DSLR camera or smartphone and explore the art of composing beautiful images and easy photo hacks in this remarkable Long Island waterside and woodland location. 

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Miranda Gatewood on a photographic adventure with your DSLR camera or smartphone and explore the art of composing beautiful images and easy photo hacks in this remarkable Long Island waterside and woodland location. 

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

Self Defense with Justin Guerin

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Browsing Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

In this two hour workshop learn self-defense techniques and concepts. You will learn self-defense techniques and concepts through demonstration as well as practice.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Browsing Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this two hour workshop learn self-defense techniques and concepts. You will learn self-defense techniques and concepts through demonstration as well as practice.

Literary Landmarks

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, In-Person

Join the book club that brings stories and destinations to life. 

May 24 The Lions of Fifth Ave by Fiona Davis

June 21 The Ice Cream Queen of Orchard Street by Susan Jane Gilmore

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Program Type: Book Discussion, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the book club that brings stories and destinations to life. 

May 24 The Lions of Fifth Ave by Fiona Davis

June 21 The Ice Cream Queen of Orchard Street by Susan Jane Gilmore

This event is in the "Teen" group

Meta Quest VR (Grades 6-12)

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen

Try gaming in three dimensions with our brand-new VR headset!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Try gaming in three dimensions with our brand-new VR headset!

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

Mat Pilates with Leisa

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Leisa Taylor will lead you in an equipment-free pilates class from the comfort of your home. You will be registered for the series when you register for the first time.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Leisa Taylor will lead you in an equipment-free pilates class from the comfort of your home. You will be registered for the series when you register for the first time.

This event is in the "Children" group

ABC Adventures (2.5-5 Years)

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Children

Drop-in each month to create a craft for each letter of the alphabet that can be used as your very own alphabet book when done. No registration required.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child
Event Details:

Drop-in each month to create a craft for each letter of the alphabet that can be used as your very own alphabet book when done. No registration required.

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

Learn to Play Canasta

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join instructor Jacqui Palatnik to learn the exciting card game Canasta.  This  is the game that has fascinated people for so many years with its strategies, sequences, and combinations.  You will enjoy  the socialization, and

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games and Recreation, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join instructor Jacqui Palatnik to learn the exciting card game Canasta.  This  is the game that has fascinated people for so many years with its strategies, sequences, and combinations.  You will enjoy  the socialization, and

This event is in the "Children" group

Kidnastics (1-3 Years)

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Children

Join Kidnastics for a morning of musical warm-ups, obstacle courses, fun inflatables and more. Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person, Parent & Child
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Kidnastics for a morning of musical warm-ups, obstacle courses, fun inflatables and more. Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers.

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

Bridge Club

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Browsing Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join your neighbors for drop-in Bridge games. No registration needed. All levels are welcome.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Browsing Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Clubs, In-Person
Event Details:

Join your neighbors for drop-in Bridge games. No registration needed. All levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Teen" group

STEAM Buddies (Grades 8-12)

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Community Service, In-Person, STEAM
Age Group:
Teen

We are looking for Teen Volunteers to help out in our STEAM Club program. In this program teens will be paired with a younger child to assist them in our STEAM challenges.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Service, In-Person, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

We are looking for Teen Volunteers to help out in our STEAM Club program. In this program teens will be paired with a younger child to assist them in our STEAM challenges.

This event is in the "Children" group

STEAM Club: Mancala Boards (Grades K-5)

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person, STEAM
Age Group:
Children

In this edition of our STEAM Club series, we will be designing and playing our own mancala board games! Patrons should only register for either Monday or Wednesday. Duplicate registrations are subject to cancellation.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Clubs, In-Person, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this edition of our STEAM Club series, we will be designing and playing our own mancala board games! Patrons should only register for either Monday or Wednesday. Duplicate registrations are subject to cancellation.

Disclaimer(s)

Behavior Clause for School-Age Programs

By registering for 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Chess Club

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Browsing Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Drop in to play Chess with your neighbors. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Browsing Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Clubs, In-Person
Event Details:

Drop in to play Chess 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

30-Minute Reiki Circle with Machi

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Virtual at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Experience a guided energy meditation practice intended to restore balance and inner peace. 

Classes on May 5, May 19, June 2 and June 23 will be 45 minutes long. 

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Experience a guided energy meditation practice intended to restore balance and inner peace. 

Classes on May 5, May 19, June 2 and June 23 will be 45 minutes long. 

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

Virtual Body Sculpting with Claire

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

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.

Open
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

Intermediate German

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 9:45am - 11:00am
Browsing Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Brush up on German vocabulary and grammar skills.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Browsing Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Language Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Brush up on German vocabulary and grammar skills.

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

Virtual Breathe Together with Charyl

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Virtual at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Virtual
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn techniques to help you bring yourself greater inner peace. You will be registered for the series when you register for the first time.

Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn techniques to help you bring yourself greater inner peace. You will be registered for the series when you register for the first time.