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Intermediate ENGLISH -2 Classes /clases de ingles intermedio 2

4:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
In-Person, Language Learning
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Language Learning
Event Details:

This class is designed for learners who can understand basic phrases, express simple needs, and have some

This event is in the "School Age" group

Mighty Makers: Watercolor Snowflake Art (Grades K-5)

5:00pm–5:45pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Full
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:

Use resist techniques with white crayons and watercolor paints to design your own beautiful, one-of-a-kind snowflake artwork. Be sure to dress for a mess!

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.

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

Moving Zen: Karate for Aging Adults

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Sensei Chris for this 6-part Karate class.  Learn how to use martial arts to improve health and peace of mind. Please wear sneakers and comfortable clothing. 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

Little Thinkers Lab (3-5 Years)

10:30am–11:00am
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Art, Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child, STEAM, Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child, STEAM, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

Play Hooray (Birth-5 Years)

10:30am–11:00am
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Molly Mouse and the PlayHooray crew for some music and movement.

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

Mah Jongg Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Clubs, Games and Recreation, In-Person
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Browsing Room
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.

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

Veteran's Resource Table

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Outreach
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Showcase Lobby
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

A Veteran peer mentor from the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project will share resources to Veterans and their families. No registration is required.

Ask the Expert: How to Save on Energy Costs

4:00pm–7:30pm
In-Person, Outreach
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Showcase Lobby
Program Type: In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

    Meet with representatives of the Long Island Clean Energy Hub—a team of trusted, knowledgeable, community-based organizations from Long Island offering free educational assistance and outreach to homeowners, renters, not-for-profits,

This event is in the "School Age" group

Winter Pudding Dirt Cups (Grades K-5)

5:00pm–5:45pm
School Age
Cooking, In-Person
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Cooking, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy a snowy story, then make your own Winter Pudding Dirt Cup! We’ll use vanilla pudding, cookie crumbles, and marshmallow snowmen to create a sweet winter treat.

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.

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

Senior Dinner Social

5:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person
Waitlist
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come out and make new friends. You will be responsible for paying for what you order. Cash is often preferred for tipping and settling the bill. 

Cooperage Inn

2218 Sound Ave, Riverhead 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Heart of Riverhead Civic Association

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

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

In-Person Chair Yoga with Susan

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Closed
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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Long Island Cares Mobile Food Assistance

11:00am–12:00pm
All Ages, Family, Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Outreach
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Library Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages, Family, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

Long Island Cares will supply prepackaged bags filled with non-perishable food items. No identification is required to pick up your supply of food. This is a walk-up service only.

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

Vintage Vignettes: Historical Fiction Book Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Discussion, In-Person, Virtual
Open
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. 

November 20-The Chanel Sisters by Judithe Little

December 18-Christmas with the Queen by Hazel Gaynor

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

Tai Chi for Arthritis Part II

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tai Chi for Arthritis  is a moving meditation and the health benefits include increased flexibility, muscle strength and balance.

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

Italian Conversation Club

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Language Learning
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Language Learning
Event Details:

Want to stay fluent in Italian with other like minded students, join our Italian conversation club.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intermediate ENGLISH -2 Classes /clases de ingles intermedio 2

4:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
In-Person, Language Learning
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: In-Person, Language Learning
Event Details:

This class is designed for learners who can understand basic phrases, express simple needs, and have some

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

Structures of Sound

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Art, In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Writer's Cove
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Art, In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ben to discuss classic albums and artists, including:

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

HAPPY HOUR-ZUMBA STYLE with Tiana

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person
Closed
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.  

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

Trues and Brews

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Discussion, In-Person
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Browsing Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us each month to discuss a true crime novel. 

November 20-When the Moon Turns to Blood: Lori Vallow, Chad Daybell, and a Story of Murder, Wild Faith, and End Times by Leah Sottile

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

Conversational German

9:45am–11:15am
Adults, Seniors
In-Person, Language Learning
Open
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.  

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

Virtual Zumba Gold with Irina

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, In-Person, Virtual
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
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 "Family" group
This event is in the "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group

Tiny Tunes (12 Months-3 Years)

10:30am–11:00am
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: In-Person, Music & Entertainment, Parent & Child
Registration Required
Event Details:

This short and sweet program is for the littles who love to have fun with some new friends. Great for your wonderous wigglers! 

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

Canasta Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Clubs, In-Person
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.