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What's Happening at the West Islip Library

The library is much more than a book haven.

Given weather reports, the end of this week will not be offering beach day fun so Patch explores things to do and learn about at the West Islip Library.

The library is located at 3 Higbie Lane. For more information call 631-661-7080.

Services for the Seniors

Have a senior in your life or hitting those golden years? Then you need to check out the slew of services the library offers all year round to senior adults. The list includes access to a talking book library, free blood pressure screenings and even tax help.

Check Out the New Reads

Elisha Barber
Ambrose, E. C.

Let the games begin
Ammaniti, Niccolo, 1966

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The beautiful land
Averill, Alan

Relax & Enjoy a Good Movie

The Great Gatsby will be shown at the library on Friday, Sept. 6. 
Flick time is 1 p.m.
A would-be writer, Nick Carraway leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and skyrocketing stocks. Chasing his own American dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves, and deceits. Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton, Tobey Maguire. 142 minutes.

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