East End LOCAL
East End LOCAL
The Riverhead Fire Department and the New York Blood Center will host a community blood drive on Tuesday, March 3. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome, and participating donors will receive baked goods and a Snowflake ice cream coupon.
Gaelic Grooves hosts an adult Jazz Funk dance class with choreographer Stephanie Visek on Monday evenings. The hour-long class blends jazz and hip-hop and supports North Fork Country Kids Animal Rescue, with proceeds from each class donated to the nonprofit.
East End Arts will offer “Jazzspace for Adults,” an adult class/program, on Friday, March 13. The session begins at 6:30 p.m.
Gaelic Grooves hosts an adult Jazz Funk dance class with choreographer Stephanie Visek on Monday evenings. The hour-long class blends jazz and hip-hop and supports North Fork Country Kids Animal Rescue, with proceeds from each class donated to the nonprofit.
East End Arts presents “Bandspace for Teens,” a Wednesday afternoon program centered on making music in a band setting. The session begins at 4:30 p.m.
The Shoreham Wading River PTA will host a New York Blood Center blood drive at Wading River Elementary School. Appointments are preferred, and walk-ins are welcome.
Andrew’s Top Gun Run returns to EPCAL Park in Calverton with a runway Fun Run for kids and a chip-timed 5K. The event raises funds for scholarships and scouterships in memory of Andrew McMorris, with awards, refreshments and online results.
Riverhead Free Library hosts a free chair boxing class with instructor Johnathan Arroyo. No experience is required, and gloves and equipment will be provided.
The Greater Jamesport Civic Association will host a free basic life support training class at the Jamesport Fire Department. The session covers CPR and how to use an AED, and is intended for people who want to be prepared to help in an emergency.
Riverhead Cider House will host a free blood drive on April 16. Donations can help support local patients and potentially save up to three lives per donation.
The North Fork Environmental Council’s Earth Day 5K Race and Walk takes place at Indian Island County Park. Registration opens at 9 a.m. and the race begins at 10 a.m., with proceeds supporting the 2026 NFEC Scholarship Fund and environmental education programs.
Riverhead Police Athletic League’s PAL Bike Rodeo returns to Stotzky Park with free, day-of registration for Riverhead Town residents in grades K–6. Participants should bring a two-wheel bike and a helmet, and riders will compete by grade group for bikes and other prizes.
Riverhead Police Athletic League’s PAL Bike Rodeo returns to Stotzky Park with free, day-of registration for Riverhead Town residents in grades K–6. Participants should bring a two-wheel bike and a helmet, and riders will compete by grade group for bikes and other prizes.
Saint Peter and Paul RC Church will host a blood drive with the New York Blood Center. Appointments are preferred, and donors should bring a photo ID and review eligibility guidelines in advance.
McGuire’s Hearing Centers staff will offer free hearing screenings and video otoscopy at the Riverhead Free Library. No registration is required.
Riverhead Free Library will host a free chair boxing class with instructor Johnathan Arroyo. No experience is required, and gloves and equipment will be provided.
Southold Historical Museum hosts a summer series of line dancing sessions with Lady T in the historic Reichert Family Barn. Dates are May 22, June 26, July 31 and Aug. 28, with admission priced for members and non-members and pre-registration encouraged.
Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital will host a blood drive with the New York Blood Center on Tuesday, May 26. Appointments are strongly preferred, and walk-ins are welcome.
Family Service League will present a caregiver support program on understanding stress and burnout and building steady self-care practices. Registration is required.
The Mattituck Lions and the Mattituck Fire Department will host a blood drive on May 28. The drive is free to attend and will accept donors from early afternoon through the evening.