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The Greater Jamesport Civic Association will hold its February meeting on Zoom with guest speaker Raymond Coyne, superintendent of Parks & Recreation for the Town of Riverhead. The meeting is free and open to the public; Zoom details will be emailed to members.
Don Jovi, a New York-based tribute band performing the music of Bon Jovi, returns to The Suffolk in Riverhead. Tickets are $29 to $59 plus applicable fees.
The Riverhead Free Library hosts a free afternoon concert with The Day Trippers, a Beatles tribute band performing music from the Beatles catalog.
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.
The Mattituck Chamber of Commerce hosts a breakfast seminar with AI expert Kevin Kelly on practical ways to use tools such as ChatGPT and Alexa to improve efficiency and customer experience. Breakfast and networking are included.
Riverhead Free Library hosts a trivia program on the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution. Snacks, beverages and prizes are included.
The Riverhead Free Library is hosting a Community Legal Help Project on Feb. 25, 2026.
PROGRAM POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE TBA DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS. A nonpartisan Black History Month forum at the Riverhead Free Library will explore the history and present-day impact of the Black vote. The evening includes a panel discussion, a Suffolk County Board of Elections demonstration of new voting machines, and live musical performances.
Riverhead Free Library’s “Improv for Fun” meets Wednesdays in the Writer’s Cove for theater games and short improv scenes based on group suggestions. Registration is required; sessions run Jan. 21–Feb. 25, 5:30–7 p.m.
Southold Historical Museum’s Winter Lecture Series features three free talks on lighthouse and maritime history. Programs run Feb. 26, March 26, and April 16 at 1 p.m., with the final lecture presented via Zoom.
POSTPONED - NEW DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED. The Suffolk Theater, Mark “MK” McLaughlin and the Riverhead Lions Club present the 3rd Annual Black History on Screen: Media Mavens, honoring Emmy Award–winning journalist Thema Ponton of News 12 Long Island. The evening includes a screening of the documentary “Mr. SOUL!” and a Q&A with guest panelists.
Historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., gives an illustrated Zoom talk on 10 American cookbooks that shaped how the country cooks and eats. The program includes Fannie Farmer, Irma Rombauer, Julia Child and Craig Claiborne. Free with registration.
Dive into the ancient art of Tai Chi with a series of classes led by Alan Stewart at the Mattituck-Laurel Library.
Riverhead Free Library will screen “Amistad” as part of its Movie Matinee Friday series. The film follows the 1839 revolt of Mende captives aboard a Spanish-owned ship and the court case that follows after the ship is captured off the coast of Long Island.
Join us at the Riverhead Free Library for a special movie matinee on Friday, Feb. 27.
Riverhead Free Library hosts a virtual Zoom program on the history and relevance of the Bill of Rights. The session is part of an eight-program series led by librarians Mara Zonderman and Terry Lucas.
Poetry Street is a community open mic for poetry and spoken word at Riverhead Free Library. Share an original poem or read a favorite poem, or come to listen. The program is offered in person and on Zoom.
The Southold American Legion Auxiliary hosts a 21+ dance party fundraiser with DJ Phil, a cash bar, and a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds support veterans initiatives; advance tickets are available online, with limited tickets at the door if available.
The Suffolk presents The Bronx Wanderers, a family-fronted music show featuring Yo’ Vinny, his two sons and bandmates. The night blends stories with songs spanning multiple decades and artists including Dion and the Belmonts, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, Billy Joel, The Animals and Queen.
Studio D’Lux performs a program of 1970s hits at The Suffolk, featuring drummer Liberty DeVitto and guitarist Keith Howland. The set includes music associated with Chicago, Steely Dan, the Doobie Brothers, Toto and more, plus original material.
