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Janet Blake - Art Exhibition January 2 - January 30, 2026

All Day 1/2 - 1/30
Elizabeth Overton Gallery at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

Janet Blake is an artist living on the North Fork. The recognition of her acrylic paintings of architectural buildings throughout the North and South Forks has given her the opportunity to take in the beauty of this environment as a successfu

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Janet Blake is an artist living on the North Fork. The recognition of her acrylic paintings of architectural buildings throughout the North and South Forks has given her the opportunity to take in the beauty of this environment as a successfu

Darling Doves Paper Craft

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

For Grades 1-5. Visit us after school to create a special craft for someone you love! No registration required. 

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

For Grades 1-5. Visit us after school to create a special craft for someone you love! 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.

Emily Fritts Art Exhibition February 5 - February 28, 2026

All Day 2/5 - 2/28
Elizabeth Overton Gallery at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

Emily Fritts is an artist that uses mixed media and found objects. The artistic compositions are based on her own personal experiences, capturing a vibrant vibe of imagination with a sense of reality.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Emily Fritts is an artist that uses mixed media and found objects. The artistic compositions are based on her own personal experiences, capturing a vibrant vibe of imagination with a sense of reality.

Little Thinkers Lab

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool

For ages 3-5. In this playful storytime series, kids will enjoy a picture book read-aloud followed by a hands-on STEAM activity.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 3-5. In this playful storytime series, kids will enjoy a picture book read-aloud followed by a hands-on STEAM activity.

Structures of Sound

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Literacy Suffolk /Tutoring Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join Ben to discuss classic albums and artists, including:

Open
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:

Love Bug Craft

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 4:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age

For ages 3-10. Show your love for someone this Valentines Day with this cute craft. No registration required. 

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

For ages 3-10. Show your love for someone this Valentines Day with this cute craft. 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.

Valentines Day Card Workshop

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

For Grades K-5. Celebrate Valentine’s Day at our creative workshop!

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. Celebrate Valentine’s Day at our creative workshop!

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.

Window Decorating: Spring Edition

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
Teen

Join us in the Teen Loft to decorate our windows with bright, seasonal artwork! Celebrate spring through color and creativity.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Art
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the Teen Loft to decorate our windows with bright, seasonal artwork! Celebrate spring through color and creativity.

Senior Social at the Library with Laura

Friday, February 13, 2026 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.

Chinese New Year Lanterns

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts
Age Group:
School Age

Celebrate and learn about the Chinese New Year with us! We’ll get creative with making traditional paper lanterns.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Art, Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate and learn about the Chinese New Year with us! We’ll get creative with making traditional paper lanterns.

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.

Structures of Sound

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Perkins Long Island History Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join Ben to discuss classic albums and artists, including:

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Perkins Long Island History 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:

Creative Crew: Story Quilts

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

Join the Creative Crew and bring your creativity to life through hands-on arts and crafts projects.

Open
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.

YFS / TEEN ART SHOW

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 7:30pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art

Teen Art Show - set-up

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Teen Art Show - set-up

YFS / TEEN ART SHOW - LAUREN BROWN

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 7:30pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Outreach

TEEN ART SHOW / set-up

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Program Type: Art, Outreach
Event Details:

TEEN ART SHOW / set-up

Artist - Alan Bull

All Day 5/1 - 5/30
Elizabeth Overton Gallery at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

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.

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.

Art Exhibition East End Council - Ultimate Studio June 4 - June 25

All Day 6/4 - 6/25
Elizabeth Overton Gallery at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

Mr. jackson's students are creative, imaginative and talented in painting a variety of subjects. The students under Mr. Jackson's instruction strive to the next level becoming amazing artists in their own right.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Mr. jackson's students are creative, imaginative and talented in painting a variety of subjects. The students under Mr. Jackson's instruction strive to the next level becoming amazing artists in their own right.

Leah Tomaino - Art Exhibition July 1 - July 30

All Day 7/1 - 7/30
Elizabeth Overton Gallery at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

Leah K. Tomaino's artwork is made from simple materials and features an innovative collage application of acrylic paint, brown paper shopping bags and canvas.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Leah K. Tomaino's artwork is made from simple materials and features an innovative collage application of acrylic paint, brown paper shopping bags and canvas.

Riverhead Photo Club - Art Exhibition - August 1 -27

All Day 8/1 - 8/27
Elizabeth Overton Gallery at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

We are a group of amateur and professional photographers who enjoy various aspects of photography. Some of us shoot landscapes while others shoot nature and wild animals, street photography, along with technical and scientific photography.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

We are a group of amateur and professional photographers who enjoy various aspects of photography. Some of us shoot landscapes while others shoot nature and wild animals, street photography, along with technical and scientific photography.

Anika Griffing - Art Exhibition September 3 - 27

All Day 9/5 - 9/25
Elizabeth Overton Gallery at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

I am a contemporary painter with a focus on concepts in astronomy. I blur the lines between representation and abstraction by reasoning with the mysteries of unproven theories in the universe and making theories of my own with my paintings.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

I am a contemporary painter with a focus on concepts in astronomy. I blur the lines between representation and abstraction by reasoning with the mysteries of unproven theories in the universe and making theories of my own with my paintings.

P.E.A.C.E - Art Exhibition-October 1 - October 30

All Day 10/1 - 10/30
Elizabeth Overton Gallery at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art

P.E.AC.E. -2026

Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

P.E.A.C.E. Award Ceremony.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

P.E.A.C.E. Award Ceremony.

Eileen Kelly - Art Exhibition November 3 - November 27

All Day 11/3 - 11/27
Elizabeth Overton Gallery at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art
Age Group:
All Ages

Eileen Kelly's artwork embodies an Expressionism process, portraying an emotional response to her inner experience as she is often overtaken by universal energy and the natural beauty that surrounds her.  Throughout the creative process each

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Elizabeth Overton Gallery
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Eileen Kelly's artwork embodies an Expressionism process, portraying an emotional response to her inner experience as she is often overtaken by universal energy and the natural beauty that surrounds her.  Throughout the creative process each