Stepping Out

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Weekly calendar of exhibits, theater, music and more

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Africa: Sub-Saharan Diversity
Drawn exclusively from the Hofstra University Museum’s collections, this exhibition explores the rich diversity of 25 ethnic cultures across West and Central Africa. Themes of protection, prestige, and masquerade are illustrated through selected masks, weapons, sculptures, jewelry, and textiles. Through Aug. 12. Hofstra University’s Emily Lowe Gallery, Emily Lowe Hall, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672 or www.hofstra.edu/museum.
In Print

An exhibit that focuses on printmaking processes such as relief (woodblock, woodcut, linocut) intaglio (engraving, etching, mezzotint, aquatint), planographic (lithograph, monotype) and stencil (screenprint, pochoir) prints. Drawn from Hofstra University Museum’s collections and dating from the late 16th to the 21st century, featured artists include Romare Bearden, Albrecht Durer, Francisco de Goya y Lucientes, Andy Warhol, Max Weber, and James McNeill Whistler. Through Sept. 18. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Master of Illusion: The Magical Art of Gary Erbe
The exhibition traces the artist’s career from his early trompe l’oeil works to his more recent paintings that combine trompe l’oeil realism with modernist tendencies, inspired by popular culture. Through Aug. 28. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
Afternoon Movie
See “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2,” the sequel to Nia Vardalos’ popular 2002 rom-com, Friday, July 22, 2:30 p.m.; also “Hello My Name is Doris,” a dramady about 60-something accountant who becomes fixated on a younger new co-worker, Tuesday, July 26, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Friday Film
See “Anomalisa,” the acclaimed fantasy/drama about a man crippled by the mundanity of his life who experiences something out of the ordinary, Friday, July 22. Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Rd., Merrick. 377-6112.
Friday Flick
See “Downton Abbey” Season 4 episodes 7-8, Friday, July 22, 1 p.m. Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream. 825-6422.
Movie Matinee
See “Concussion,” a dramatic thriller based the true story of forensic neuropathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu, who made the first discovery of football-related brain trauma in a pro player and fought for the truth to be known, Friday, July 22, 2 p.m. Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin. 223-6228.
At the Movies
See “The Lady in the Van,” the true story of playwright Alan Bennett’s friendship with an eccentric homeless woman, Monday, July 25, 1:30 and 7 p.m. Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave., Oceanside. 766-2360.
Movie Time
See “Hello My Name is Doris,” a dramady about 60-something accountant who becomes fixated on a younger co-worker, Monday, July 25, 2 p.m. Malverne Public Library, 61 St. Thomas Place, Malverne. 599-0750.
On Screen
See “Brooklyn,” the romantic drama about a young Irish immigrant in 1950s New York, Tuesday, July 26, 2:30 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
Film Time
See the romantic melodrama “Carol,” about a forbidden love affair set in 1950s New York, Wednesday, July 27, 7:30 p.m. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Audrey Hepburn: Portrait of a Lady
A multi-media presentation examining the dynamic star’s life and work, with Marilyn Carminio, Thursday, July 28, 1 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Film Showing
See the 1937 screwball comedy “The Awful Truth,” with Cary Grant and Irene Dunne, Thursday, July 28, 2 p.m. Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. 488-3444.

Theater/Music

Mama Mia
The feel-good jukebox musical based on ABBA’s hit songs, Thursday and Friday, July 21-22, 8 p.m.; Saturday, July 23, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 24, 2 p.m. $76 and $71. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900.
NY Bee Gees
The band performs a Bee Gees tribute, Thursday, July 21, 8 p.m. Echo Park, West Hempstead. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.
Sweet Adelines
An night of barbershop with Sweet Adelines and Twin County Chorus, Thursday, July 21, 7 p.m. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, Courtyard, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Into The Woods
Stephen Sondheim’s Brothers Grimm-inspired award-winning musical, Friday and Saturday, July 23-23, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 24, 2:30 p.m. $23, $21 seniors, $19 students, $15 youth 12 and under; $28 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or
www.broadhollow.org.
Moonlight and Magnolias
An affectionate portrait of the legendary movie producer David Selznick and his collaborators, Friday and Saturday, July 22-23 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 24, 3 p.m. $21, $18 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Romeo and Juliet
A modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s iconic tale of forbidden love, Friday, July 22, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 24, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, July 27, 8 p.m. $15. Arena Players, Vanderbilt Mansion Courtyard, Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
Teresa McClean
The vocalist presents her “Salute to the First Ladies of Song,” Friday, July 22, 8 p.m. Hewlett Point Park, Bay Park. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.
Anything Goes
The classic boy-meets-girl musical, featuring Cole Porter’s magical score, Saturday, July 23, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 24, 2:30 p.m. $25, $23 seniors, $19 students, $15 youth 12 and under, $28 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Fresh in the Park
Fresh FM hosts its annual concert, featuring Danish pop-soul band, Lukas Graham and Christian rockers Needtobreathe, Saturday, July 23, 8 p.m, Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or 572-0355 after 6 p.m.
Stephanie Mills
The R&B songstress in concert, with Will Downing, Saturday, July 23, 8 p.m. $149.50, $69.50, $59.50, $49.50 and $39.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Elvis/Beatles Tribute
Elvis tribute artist Lamar Peters perform, along with popular Beatles tribute band The Liverpool Shuffle, Sunday, July 24, 8 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or 572-0355 after 6 p.m.
Sunset with Selena
Genessa and the Selena Experience perform a tribute to the Latin pop star, Monday, July 25, 8 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or 572-0355 after 6 p.m.
A Little Bit of Country
Mary Lamont Band in concert, Tuesday, July 26, 8 p.m.; with Magic by Alexo pre-show, 7 p.m. Gazebo, Cedarhurst Park, Cedarhurst. 295-5770.
Carolyn Harding
The singer performs varied hits, Tuesday, July 26, 8 p.m. Hendrickson Avenue Park, Elmont. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.
Picnic Pops
A Kornucopia in concert, Wednesday, July 27, 7 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m. Program includes New Orleans jazz, Western swing and roots music. $12, kids 17 and under free with adult. Picnics encouraged. Old Westbury Gardens 71 Old Westbury Rd, Old Westbury, 338-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
Tribute to the Rat Pack
The Evergreen Trio in concert, Sunday, July 24, 7 p.m. Program includes tunes made popular by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr., Peter Lawford and Joey Bishop. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Jazz Side of David Amram
The acclaimed composer/conductor in concert, with his all-star ensemble, Thursday, July 28, 7:30 p.m. Tickets required. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Tuesday Afternoon
The band performs a Moody Blues tribute, Thursday, July 28, 8 p.m. Hewlett Point Park, Bay Park. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.

Family

Movie Night
See “Minions,” the 3D computer-animated spin-off/prequel to “Despicable Me,” Thursday, July 21, dusk. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow.
572-0355.
Movie Fun
See the animated adventure, “Norm of the North,” involving a polar bear and his lemming friends who are displaced from their Artic home, Monday, July 25, 2 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
Connect the Dots
Join artist Keith Gamache and create a dot portrait, inspired by Gamache and Andy Warhol, Monday through Friday, July 25-29, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.; 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. $3 with museum admission. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Movie in the Park
See “Paddingtion,” a live-action/CGI-animated adventure based on the tales of the beloved stuffed bear, Tuesday, July 26, dusk. North Woodmere Park, Branch Boulevard and Hungry Harbor Rd., North Woodmere. 572-0355.