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A young woman creating a vision board.

New Year, New You

All Day 1/2 - 1/31
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Celebrate the new year by creating your very own vision board that brings your goals and dreams to life!

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Celebrate the new year by creating your very own vision board that brings your goals and dreams to life!

A table with a tabletop game setup.

D&D Nights: Let’s Build a Campaign

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Leap into adventure and take part in a totally unique role-playing experience. This month: the best campaigns start with a world that makes the adventure possible. Let’s make one!

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Leap into adventure and take part in a totally unique role-playing experience. This month: the best campaigns start with a world that makes the adventure possible. Let’s make one!

A variety of example activities for Teen Loft Afternoons.

Teen Loft Afternoons: Virtual Reality Gaming

Friday, January 10, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

A unicorn squishy toy.

DIY Squishies

All Day 1/13 - 1/20
Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

For Grades 4-12. Come to the Teen Loft and decorate a blank canvas of memory foam to make your very own squishy. 

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

For Grades 4-12. Come to the Teen Loft and decorate a blank canvas of memory foam to make your very own squishy. 

A T-Shirt press machine.

Press On: Design Your Own T-shirt

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

For Grades 6-12. Come by anytime from 5-7pm in the Teen Loft and design your own T-shirt with our heat press! One shirt per patron. 

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

For Grades 6-12. Come by anytime from 5-7pm in the Teen Loft and design your own T-shirt with our heat press! One shirt per patron.
 

A T-Shirt press machine.

Press On: Design Your Own T-shirt

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

For Grades 6-12. Come by anytime from 5-7pm in the Teen Loft and design your own T-shirt with our heat press! One shirt per patron. 

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

For Grades 6-12. Come by anytime from 5-7pm in the Teen Loft and design your own T-shirt with our heat press! One shirt per patron.
 

A T-Shirt press machine.

Press On: Design Your Own T-shirt

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

For Grades 6-12. Come by anytime from 5-7pm in the Teen Loft and design your own T-shirt with our heat press! One shirt per patron. 

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

For Grades 6-12. Come by anytime from 5-7pm in the Teen Loft and design your own T-shirt with our heat press! One shirt per patron.
 

A variety of example activities for Teen Loft Afternoons.

Teen Loft Afternoons: Fall Guys Tournament

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Miniature books attached to a keychain.

Mini Book Keychain

All Day 1/21 - 1/26
Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

For Grades 4-12. Show off your favorite books with style! Attach this craft to a tiny keychain that fits perfectly on your backpack or key ring.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

For Grades 4-12. Show off your favorite books with style! Attach this craft to a tiny keychain that fits perfectly on your backpack or key ring.

Suffolk County, New York Seal.

Shots for Tots

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 2:30pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Outreach
Age Group:
All Ages, Family, Children, Teen, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

In addition to childhood vaccinations, The Suffolk County Department of Health will offer COVID vaccinations for all approved ages. This is for VFC/VFA eligible patients only. For ...

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: All Ages, Family, Children, Teen, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

In addition to childhood vaccinations, The Suffolk County Department of Health will offer COVID vaccinations for all approved ages.

Children doing a science experiment.

STEAM Buddies

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Community Service, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

We are looking for Teen Volunteers to help out in our STEAM Club program. In this program teens will be paired with a younger child to assist them in our STEAM challenges. Scan the...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Service, In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

We are looking for Teen Volunteers to help out in our STEAM Club program. In this program teens will be paired with a younger child to assist them in our STEAM challenges. Scan the QR Code to fill-out an application to be considered.

Suffolk County Parks Lifeguard Recruitment Info Session

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Grand Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Purpose of MeetingJoin us to learn about Ocean & Stillwater Lifeguard opportunities in Suffolk County!Who should attend this session?Individuals interested in becoming a Suffol...

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

Purpose of Meeting

Join us to learn about Ocean & Stillwater Lifeguard opportunities in Suffolk County!

Who should attend this session?

A variety of example activities for Teen Loft Afternoons.

Teen Loft Afternoons: Mini Canvas Painting

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Two people playing with cards.

Tabletop Thursdays

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Drop-in with your friends for some live action role playing tabletop games.

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Drop-in with your friends for some live action role playing tabletop games.

A variety of example activities for Teen Loft Afternoons.

Teen Loft Afternoons: Super Smash Bros Tournament

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Button Maker: Brave New World Marvel Edition

All Day 2/3 - 2/9
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Journey to Marvel’s Captain America: Brave New World. Create Brand New World swag.

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Crafts, In-Person
Event Details:

Journey to Marvel’s Captain America: Brave New World. Create Brand New World swag.

A variety of example activities for Teen Loft Afternoons.

Teen Loft Afternoons: Charming Creations

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Heart-shaped cookies decorated with anti-valentine's day phrases.

Anti Valentines Day Party

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Art, Crafts, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Not into flowers, hearts, and all things lovey-dovey? Maybe you just want an alternative to the usual celebrations? Wear anything but pink or red and join us in the teen loft for s...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Art, Crafts, In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Not into flowers, hearts, and all things lovey-dovey? Maybe you just want an alternative to the usual celebrations? Wear anything but pink or red and join us in the teen loft for some snacks and crafts!

A table with a tabletop game setup.

D&D Nights: The Adventure Continues

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Leap into adventure and take part in a totally unique role-playing experience. This month: the journey has well and truly begun! Where to next?

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Games and Recreation, Gaming, In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Leap into adventure and take part in a totally unique role-playing experience. This month: the journey has well and truly begun! Where to next?

A variety of example activities for Teen Loft Afternoons.

Teen Loft Afternoons: Valentine’s Day Diamond Art

Friday, February 14, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

A variety of birthday party supplies, such as balloons, candles, and cups.

Birthday Bags

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Community Service, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Everyone’s birthday deserves to be special! Help us put together a birthday in a bag for children in need. Participants will earn 1 hour of community service. Earn an extra 15 minu...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Service, In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Everyone’s birthday deserves to be special! Help us put together a birthday in a bag for children in need. Participants will earn 1 hour of community service.

A variety of example activities for Teen Loft Afternoons.

Teen Loft Afternoons: Injustice Tournament

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Come join the Teen staff each Friday afternoon in a safe, teen only space just for you! Participate in the week's highlighted activity or just come hangout, game, and craft. 

Suffolk County, New York Seal.

Shots for Tots

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 2:30pm
Craft Room at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
In-Person, Outreach
Age Group:
All Ages, Family, Children, Teen, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

In addition to childhood vaccinations, The Suffolk County Department of Health will offer COVID vaccinations for all approved ages. This is for VFC/VFA eligible patients only. For ...

Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Craft Room
Age Group: All Ages, Family, Children, Teen, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: In-Person, Outreach
Event Details:

In addition to childhood vaccinations, The Suffolk County Department of Health will offer COVID vaccinations for all approved ages.

Children doing a science experiment.

STEAM Buddies

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen Loft at Riverhead Free Library
Program Type:
Community Service, In-Person
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

We are looking for Teen Volunteers to help out in our STEAM Club program. In this program teens will be paired with a younger child to assist them in our STEAM challenges. Scan the...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverhead Free Library
Room: Teen Loft
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Community Service, In-Person
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

We are looking for Teen Volunteers to help out in our STEAM Club program. In this program teens will be paired with a younger child to assist them in our STEAM challenges. Scan the QR Code to fill-out an application to be considered.