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Red One

Movie Matinee Friday: Red One

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Movie, Music & Entertainment
Event Details:

After Santa Claus is kidnapped, the North Pole's Head of Security must team up with a notorious hacker in a globe-trotting, action-packed mission to save Christmas.

Jo-Ann Wilson

A Unique Interactive Book Reading Event with Jo-Ann Wilson

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Event, History & Genealogy, In-Person
Event Details:

Be transported to the 1800s through live music, dance and gripping narrative as Jo-Ann Wilson, author of The Diary of An Ex-Slave and NYSCA 2025 grant recipient in literature shares excerpts from her historical fiction novel. 

Zumba

HAPPY HOUR-ZUMBA STYLE with Tiana

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
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.  

American Flag

Veteran's Resource Table

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Showcase Lobby at Riverhead Free Library
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.

Framed

Trues and Brews

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Browsing Room at Riverhead Free Library
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

Zumba

HAPPY HOUR-ZUMBA STYLE with Tiana

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
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.  

Home Alone

Movie Matinee Friday: Home Alone

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Movie, Music & Entertainment
Event Details:

An eight-year-old troublemaker, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of burglars on Christmas Eve.

The Troubadours

The Troubadours-A Musical Ensemble

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Event Details:

A musical ensemble who will perform some of your holiday favorites. 

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SCORE Free Individualized Business Counseling

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Business & Career, Outreach, Virtual
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.

Career Counseling

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Business & Career, In-Person, Outreach
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Literacy Suffolk /Tutoring Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Business & Career, In-Person, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet with a certified Workforce Development Specialist who will assist you with your job search, interviewing skills and resume preparation.

Call 631-727-3228 ext. 301 to schedule a 1⁄2 hour in-person appointment.

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,

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.

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.

Career Counseling

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Business & Career, In-Person, Outreach
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Literacy Suffolk /Tutoring Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Business & Career, In-Person, Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meet with a certified Workforce Development Specialist who will assist you with your job search, interviewing skills and resume preparation.

Call 631-727-3228 ext. 301 to schedule a 1⁄2 hour in-person appointment.

Community Baby Shower

10:00am–2:00pm
Outreach
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Program Type: Outreach
Registration Required
Event Details:

Hosted by the Perinatal Health Services Program.

Join us for a free, fun-filled celebration designed especially for expectant and new moms! 

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