Saturday, Nov 21 at 4pm. At the historic Conference House, 7455 Hylan Blvd (@Satterlee St), SINY 10307

We’ll gather in the charming stone kitchen of the Conference House to enjoy a chat about the world of Gatsby, and of F. Scott Fitzerald, who was a descendant of Francis Scott Key, the composer of our national anthem.

What do Gatsby & F. Scott Fitzgerald have in common with Benjamin Franklin?  Each was a diarist in childhood.  They both created lists of resolutions, similar to those written by the young Ben Franklin.  Staten Island OutLOUD will also examine another of the “Gatsby Quartet” of short stories, “The Sensible Thing”.  This is a story of young love, maturing love, a chance for happiness, a road not taken.  Is there a “road not taken” in your life’s story?