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Shamrock Tea Light Holders

All Day 3/15 - 3/21
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by making festive shamrock tea light holders, perfect for adding a touch of luck to any space. No registration required.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by making festive shamrock tea light holders, perfect for adding a touch of luck to any space. No registration required.

Yarn Tales-Knitting and Crochet Club

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen, Adults, Seniors

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

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

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

Shamrock Silliness

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Age Group:
Infant/Toddler/Preschool

For ages 2-5 years (not yet in Kindergarten). Come share the luck of the Irish with A Time for Kids, Inc. in this family fun preschool program all about St. Patrick’s Day!

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

For ages 2-5 years (not yet in Kindergarten). Come share the luck of the Irish with A Time for Kids, Inc. in this family fun preschool program all about St. Patrick’s Day!

3D Pocket Cryptids

All Day 3/22 - 3/28
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Create miniature 3D displays of your favorite cryptids, from Nessie to Bigfoot and Mothman. No registration required.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Create miniature 3D displays of your favorite cryptids, from Nessie to Bigfoot and Mothman. No registration required.

Yarn Tales-Knitting and Crochet Club

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen, Adults, Seniors

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

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

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

Creative Crew: Dots of Inspiration

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.

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.

Yarn Tales-Knitting and Crochet Club

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen, Adults, Seniors

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

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

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

Cherry Blossom Art

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

For Grades K-5.

Spring has officially sprung! Come in to create a beautiful cherry blossom picture.

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 has officially sprung! Come in to create a beautiful cherry blossom picture.

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.

The Pawject: Paws and Portraits

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Community Service, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

Help shelter pets find their forever homes!

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

Help shelter pets find their forever homes!

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.

Pastel Painted Mason Jars

All Day 4/5 - 4/11
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Mix your own paints to create custom pastel colors and transform a glass mason jar into a unique decorative piece. No registration required.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Mix your own paints to create custom pastel colors and transform a glass mason jar into a unique decorative piece. No registration required.

Sock Bunnies

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age

For Families with children in pre-k-grade 2. Create a cozy, soft sock bunny to display this Spring.

Please only register once per family. 

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

For Families with children in pre-k-grade 2. Create a cozy, soft sock bunny to display this Spring.

Please only register once per family. 

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.

Yarn Tales-Knitting and Crochet Club

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen, Adults, Seniors

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

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

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

Mystical Creature Reading Lights

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

For Grades K-5.

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

For Grades K-5.

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.

Mighty Makers: Spring Sips

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

Mighty Makers is a hands-on program series where kids explore creativity through technology. In this session, participants will design and decorate their own tumblers using Cricut vinyl.

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:

Mighty Makers is a hands-on program series where kids explore creativity through technology. In this session, participants will design and decorate their own tumblers using Cricut vinyl.

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.

Tiny Book Keychains

All Day 4/12 - 4/18
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Create your own mini book keychain! Complete with real pages, a custom cover, and glossy finish. Use it as a keychain or charm! No registration required.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Create your own mini book keychain! Complete with real pages, a custom cover, and glossy finish. Use it as a keychain or charm! No registration required.

Flower Felting with Amanda

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn the art of needle felting.  All supplies are included, please register for either the afternoon or evening class. 

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

Learn the art of needle felting.  All supplies are included, please register for either the afternoon or evening class. 

Yarn Tales-Knitting and Crochet Club

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen, Adults, Seniors

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

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

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

Eco-Friendly Earth Day Cards

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

For Grades K-5.

Let’s show a little love for our planet by making biodegradable greeting cards!

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.

Let’s show a little love for our planet by making biodegradable greeting cards!

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.

Pressed Flower Bookmarks

All Day 4/19 - 4/25
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Teen

Design your own pressed flower bookmarks by arranging real blooms to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind keepsake. No registration required.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts
Event Details:

Design your own pressed flower bookmarks by arranging real blooms to create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind keepsake. No registration required.

Yarn Tales-Knitting and Crochet Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen, Adults, Seniors

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

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

Starting Monday, January 26 join a group of knitters and crocheters to share knowledge, projects and all things yarn.  

Earth Day Mosaic Earth Craft

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Programming Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
School Age

Come and learn the importance of our beautiful planet while creating a fun construction paper mosaic Earth to hang in your home.

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:

Come and learn the importance of our beautiful planet while creating a fun construction paper mosaic Earth to hang in your home.

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.

Flower Felting with Amanda

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Writer's Cove at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Learn the art of needle felting.  All supplies are included, please register for either the afternoon or evening class. 

Waitlist
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 art of needle felting.  All supplies are included, please register for either the afternoon or evening class. 

Creative Crew: Recycled Self-Portraits

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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. In this session, celebrate Earth Day by turning trash into treasure!

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. In this session, celebrate Earth Day by turning trash into treasure!

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.

Spring Earrings with Lisa

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Make these earrings in time to wear to that special spring event.

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

Make these earrings in time to wear to that special spring event.