Smithtown Building Closed

Due to the storm that occurred during the early morning hours of August 19, which caused torrential flooding, our Smithtown Building suffered catastrophic damage to its lower level. Therefore, until further notice, our Smithtown Building will be closed while we continue to assess the damage and begin to rebuild.  Our other three buildings remain open to assist our patrons. For updates, click here. 

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Holiday Closing

In observance of Thanksgiving, the Library will be closed Thursday, November 28.  We will reopen on Friday, November 29 at 9:30am.  

George Allison

George Allison

Born in 1925 in Syosset, New York, George Allison enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard at the age of 17. Mr. Allison served from 1943-1946. During WWII he was a Motor Machinist 3rd class and sailed on the ships Pennsylvania and LST-791. Aboard the LST-791, Allison was involved in the South Pacific campaign and part of the Battle of Okinawa. His military service awards include four Bronze Stars.

Following his service, Mr. Allison worked with his father, caring for hounds used by the Meadow Brook Hounds Hunt Club. After that he worked at Republic Aviation Corporation and later as a police officer in Laurel Hollow.

Mr. Allison’s interview was recorded at the Smithtown Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care in Smithtown on April 30, 2019.