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Fractal Art (Grades 3-5)

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

Explore the magical world where math and art come together! Children will learn about fractals and symmetry while creating their own unique snowflake-inspired designs. A fun and creative way to see patterns in nature come to life!

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 "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 "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 "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 "School Age" group

New Years Cupcake Craft (Grades 3-5)

5:30pm–6:00pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
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:

Get ready to ring in the new year by designing your very own dream paper craft cupcake.

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 "All Ages" group
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

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

Little Thinkers Lab

4:30pm–5:00pm
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Art, Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child
Upcoming
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.

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

Hello 2026!

10:30am–12:00pm
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Art, Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child
Event Details:

For ages 3-5. Ring in the new year with fingerpainting fun! Dress for a mess. No registration required. 

This event is in the "School Age" group

Salt and Watercolor Snowflake Art

5:30pm–6:15pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Upcoming
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:

Create your own unique shimmering snowflake art using a crayon, watercolors, and some salt! No two snowflakes (or creations!) are ever the same. It’s the perfect craft for a cold winter day!

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 "School Age" group

Moving Pictures

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

Get creative and make your art come alive! In this hands-on program, we’ll design and build simple moving pictures using sliders and storytelling. It's a fun mix of art, imagination, and a little bit of engineering!

This event is in the "School Age" group

Creative Crew: Pinch Pot Creatures

5:30pm–6:30pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Upcoming
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.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Cookie Color Wheel

6:00pm–7:00pm
School Age
Art, Cooking, In-Person
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Art, Cooking, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids will learn to mix colors in a fun and tasty way using cookies and frosting to make a cookie color wheel. 

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 "School Age" group

Darling Doves Paper Craft

4:30pm–7:00pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
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.

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

Little Thinkers Lab

4:30pm–5:00pm
Family, Infant/Toddler/Preschool
Art, Crafts, In-Person, Parent & Child
Upcoming
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.

This event is in the "Infant/Toddler/Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Love Bug Craft

10:30am–4:00pm
Infant/Toddler/Preschool, School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
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.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Valentines Day Card Workshop

3:30pm–7:00pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
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.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Window Decorating: Spring Edition

4:30pm–6:30pm
Teen
Art
Upcoming
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.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Chinese New Year Lanterns

6:00pm–6:30pm
School Age
Art, Crafts
Upcoming
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.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Creative Crew: Story Quilts

5:30pm–6:30pm
School Age
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Upcoming
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

3:00pm–7:30pm
Art
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Program Type: Art
Event Details:

Teen Art Show - set-up

YFS / TEEN ART SHOW - LAUREN BROWN

3:00pm–7:30pm
Art, Outreach
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Program Type: Art, Outreach
Event Details:

TEEN ART SHOW / set-up

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Artist - Alan Bull

All Day 5/1–5/30
All Ages
Art
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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group
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.