Thursday's Events: What's Happening in West Islip

A issued yesterday for the area is still in effect. Check out our for local beaches and ways to keep cool throughout the day.

The Town of Islip has opened a at the West Islip Senior Center, 90 Higbie Lane. It will be open during normal business hours and should be used by anyone having difficulty coping with the heat.

West Islip's seniors will be heading to prom tonight. If you'd like to share your pre-prom or prom photos with us, upload them here or email them to kaitlyn.piccoli@patch.com.

At the , Pat Sommerstad teaches about . The event starts at 7 p.m. and is free of charge.