Events

Thursday, October 30, 2008 - 7:00 p.m.
Lansdowne Library
Kickoff Mock-tail Party
Swing by the Lansdowne Library and start the Gatsby festivities by enjoying non-alcoholic drinks and canapés, good music provided by the Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra and great conversation.
Receive your copy of the book for future book discussions.

Thursday, November 6, 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
20th Century Club (84 S. Lansdowne Ave. across from Lansdowne Library)
Author Chris Bohjalian Visit
Author Chris Bohjalian will discuss his novel, The Double Bind and how The Great Gatsby influenced him and this novel. Lansdowne has partnered with the following libraries to bring you this exciting event: Darby, Yeadon, Sharon Hill, Folcroft, Collingdale, Glenolden and Upper Darby.
Reservation required.

Thursday, November 13, 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Lansdowne Library
Book Discussion - The Great Gatsby
Whether you are reading it for the first time or re-reading it for the 100th, Fitzgerald's tragic love story always offers something new. Join us for engaging discussion and refreshments.

Friday, November 14, 2008 - 7:00 p.m.
Lansdowne Library
Film Screening - The Great Gatsby (2001)
The A&E Television version of the novel, starring Mira Sorvino will be shown. Refreshments and discussion will be offered after the film. Reservation required.

Friday, November 21, 2008 - 7:00 p.m.
Lansdowne Library
Film Screening - "G" (2002)
This modern take on The Great Gatsby stars Blair Underwood. Refreshments and discussion will be offered after the film. Reservation required.

For more information about these or any other Fall for a Book events, please visit the Delaware County Library System website www.delcolibraries.org.