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Sweet Adventures Await- Summer Reading Challenge

All Day 6/2 - 8/9
Virtual at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Family, School Age
Program Type: In-Person, Reading Club
Event Details:

This summer, embark on a deliciously fun reading adventure with our Candyland Summer Reading Challenge! Dive into magical tales, thrilling mysteries, and exciting new worlds while earning sweet rewards along the way.

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Trues and Brews at Mugs on Main

Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Discussion, In-Person
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us each month to discuss a true crime novel. 

July 17- The Perfect Father: The True Story of Chris Watts, His All-American Family and a Shocking Murder by John Glatt

Mambo Loco

Courtyard Concert Series-Mambo Loco

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Front Entrance Courtyard at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Front Entrance Courtyard
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Event Details:

Please join us for an early evening concert presenting the best of classic Latin music. 

Mambo Loco is in the house!

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NYS Citizen Preparedness Training

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Lecture
Event Details:

Sponsored by Senator Anthony Palumbo, this New York State training teaches how to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Learn to create an emergency plan and build a supply kit.

Sal St. George

The Backstory of The Wizard of Oz

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History & Genealogy, In-Person, Lecture, Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered about how the Wizard of Oz was made, please join us for this informative presentation from award-winning playwright, comedy writer, theatrical director, and Hollywood historian, Sal St. George.

 

 

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Introduction to Measuring Your Impact

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lecture, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your nonprofit does great work, but what is most important is the impact of that work. How do you demonstrate that your programs get results?

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Live Aid: The Show Heard Round the World with Clive Young

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Music & Entertainment, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

LIVE AID: THE SHOW HEARD ROUND THE WORLD with Clive Young

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Community Legal Help Project

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Counseling Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Counseling Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

Free limited virtual legal advice on family, divorce and criminal law.  Appointments preferred; walk-ins welcome.  

To make an appointment, please call (631) 822-3272.  

 

NYS Safe Boating Certification Course

NYS Safe Boating Certification Course

All Day 7/26
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Grand Room
Age Group: All Ages, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Driving, Outreach
Event Details:

Assemblywoman Jodi Giglio will be sponsoring this 1-Day NYS Safe Boating certification course, offered by Safe Boating America.

Liverpool Shuffle

Courtyard Concert Series- Liverpool Shuffle

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Front Entrance Courtyard at Riverhead Free Library
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Front Entrance Courtyard
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: In-Person, Music & Entertainment
Event Details:

Liverpool Shuffle brings LIVE BEATLE music to our courtyard!  Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the show!

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Candyland Code Quest with Bee Bots (Entering Grades K-5)

6:00pm–6:45pm
School Age
In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for a sweet journey through coding! In this interactive program, children will guide Bee-Bots across a colorful Candyland-themed map, learning basic coding concepts like sequencing, direction, and problem-solving.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Behavior Clause for School-Age Programs

By registering for 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.

3D Build-a-Dragon Workshop

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teen
Crafts, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person, STEAM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity and hatch your very own dragon! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use 3D-printed dragon pieces to assemble, customize, and bring your mythical creature to life.

3D Build-a-Dragon Workshop (Entering Grades 1-5)

6:15pm–7:15pm
School Age
STEAM, Technology
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity and hatch your very own dragon! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use 3D-printed dragon pieces to assemble, customize, and bring your mythical creature to life.

Disclaimer(s)

Behavior Clause for School-Age Programs

By registering for 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.