Movie: The Great Gatsby and Celebratory Mocktails

We're celebrating the 100th Anniversary of The Great Gatsby! Read the classic novel written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, then join us to watch the 2013 film and stay for a brief discussion led by Jackie Ranaldo, Head of Readers’ Services. 

Following the discussion, join us in the lobby for celebratory 1920s-style mocktails served by our special surprise guests. Feel free to wear your favorite 1920s attire. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk one month before the discussion. No registration.  

Midwest native Nick Carraway (Tobey Maguire) arrives in 1922 New York in search of the American dream. Nick, a would-be writer moves in next door to millionaire Jay Gatsby (Leonardo DiCaprio). Nick becomes drawn into the captivating world of the wealthy and pens a tale of impossible love, dreams and tragedy. PG-13. 143 minutes.