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Mattituck-Laurel Library will host a free writers’ workshop, “Food Memoir: A Life Told in Dishes,” led by journalist and writer Maria Pietromonaco. The program invites participants to explore personal stories about food, memory and change over time.
The Suffolk County Women’s Health Coalition will host a free Community Resource Fair at the Riverhead Free Library, connecting residents with local health, wellness and social-service organizations. Drop in for the fair or attend scheduled workshops on topics including breast health, mental health, brain health, assistance programs and safe sleep for babies.
Riverhead native Rashad Robinson discusses his new book, "From Presence to Power," in conversation with RiverheadLOCAL publisher and editor Denise Civiletti. The program includes audience Q&A and a book signing; space is limited and registration is recommended.
The 40th annual Harvest Gospel Concert will take place Thursday, Nov. 19, at 7 p.m. at The Suffolk in downtown Riverhead.
Riverhead Faculty and Community Theatre presents the North Fork premiere of the musical “Come From Away” at the Charles Cardona Auditorium inside Riverhead High School. Performances run Nov. 19–22, with evening shows Thursday through Saturday and a Sunday matinee.
Riverhead Free Library hosts a guided photo outing at Wildwood State Park with Miranda. Participants will photograph the park’s woodlands and beaches; comfortable footwear, water, snacks and insect repellent are recommended.
Riverhead Free Library will screen the 2019 film “Little Women” on Friday, Nov. 20 as part of its Movie Matinee Friday series. The free showing begins at 1 p.m. in the Grand Room; concession-style snacks will be available and no registration is required.
Riverhead Faculty and Community Theatre presents the North Fork premiere of the musical “Come From Away” at the Charles Cardona Auditorium inside Riverhead High School. Performances run Nov. 19–22, with evening shows Thursday through Saturday and a Sunday matinee.
The Greater Jamesport Civic Association will hold its last in-person meeting of the year Nov. 21 at the Jamesport Meeting House. Refreshments begin at 9 a.m., followed by a 9:30 a.m. meeting featuring guest speaker Sue Parrinello of Canine Companions and a nonperishable food drive for Long Island Cares.
The Riverhead Farmers Market opens Nov. 7 in the renovated, heated Naugles Barn at Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Avenue, Riverhead.
Bright & Early Discoveries and Official Members will host a Thanksgiving turkey giveaway at Discoveries East End Learning Center in Riverhead. Free turkeys will be distributed to families for their Thanksgiving dinners; donations are welcome.
Riverhead Faculty and Community Theatre presents the North Fork premiere of the musical “Come From Away” at the Charles Cardona Auditorium inside Riverhead High School. Performances run Nov. 19–22, with evening shows Thursday through Saturday and a Sunday matinee.
Electric Avenue: The 80’s MTV Experience returns to The Suffolk with a live show dedicated to 1980s New Wave and radio pop. Tickets range from $35 to $65, plus applicable fees.
North Fork Brewing Co. will host a free community fundraiser benefiting The Little Angel Fund Inc., which supports families with premature or seriously ill babies at Stony Brook Hospital. The afternoon includes beer, food, raffle baskets and a 50/50 raffle, with $1 per beer and all bartender tips donated to the fund.
Roger Waters brings an acoustic evening to The Suffolk, joined by guitarist G.E. Smith. The program highlights Waters’ original music and Smith’s long career as a touring and television bandleader.
Riverhead Faculty and Community Theatre presents the North Fork premiere of the musical “Come From Away” at the Charles Cardona Auditorium inside Riverhead High School. Performances run Nov. 19–22, with evening shows Thursday through Saturday and a Sunday matinee.
Riverhead Free Library hosts a chair-based boxing class with instructor Johnathan Arroyo. No experience is required, and gloves and equipment will be provided.
The Riverhead Free Library will host the Community Legal Help Project, offering free, limited virtual legal advice on family law, divorce and criminal law. Appointments are preferred, and walk-ins are welcome as space allows.
Church of the Harvest will serve a free Thanksgiving Day dinner with a traditional holiday meal and all the trimmings. The meal is open to anyone who is in need or spending the holiday alone.
Hallockville Museum Farm’s Country Parlor returns for a weekend of holiday shopping in the Naugles Barn. Browse handcrafted gifts and décor by local artisans, including pottery, baskets, ornaments, textiles, candles, soaps and more.
