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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.
Village Art Club Exhibition
Village Art Club of Rockville Centre members present their exhibit/art sale, “Summer Magic,” Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Through June 30. Barnes Gallery, 2 Nassau Blvd., Garden City. 538-4503.

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.
Kenny Scharf
An exhibit devoted to the works of the muralist-painter-installation artist. Highlights include the expansive mural Pop Renaissance, a version of the artist’s Cosmic Cavern and a recreation of his former Brooklyn studio. Through July 10. Nass au County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
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 “Creed,” the spinoff-sequel to the “Rocky” series, Friday, June 24, 2:30 p.m.; also “Eddie the Eagle,” the sports biopic about Michael “Eddie” Edwards, an unlikely but courageous British ski-jumper, Tuesday, June, 28, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Film Time
See “London Has Fallen,” the action thriller, a sequel to “Olympus Has Fallen,” Friday, June 24. Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick. 377-6112.
Friday Flick
See “Joy,” the drama about a single mom, loosely inspired by Joy Mangano, the inventor of the Miracle Mop, and her battle to bring it into the world, Friday, June 24, 1 p.m. Registration requested. Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream. 825-6422.
Movie Matinee
See “The Big Short,” the comedy-drama based on Michael Lewis’ non-fiction 2010 book about the 2007–2008 financial crisis, Friday, June 24, 2 p.m. Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin. 223-6228.
Rocky Revisited: 40 Years of Stallone’s Sports Saga
Explore the history of Rocky Balboa and the movie that almost didn’t get made, with Clive Young, Friday, June 24, 12:30 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Tricia’s Flicks
See “Risen,” the resurrection story as seen through the eyes of an unbelieving Roman solider, Friday, June 24, 2 p.m. Rockville Centre Public Library, 221 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. 766-6257.
Monday Matinee
See “Still Life,” a mystery drama based on Louise Penny’s novels about Quebec police Inspector Gamache, Monday, June 27, 2 p.m. Malverne Public Library, 61 St. Thomas Place, Malverne. 599-0750.
At the Movies
See “The Lady in the Van,” the true story of playwright Alan Bennett’s friendship with an eccentric homeless woman, Wednesday, June 29, 1 and 7 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Movie Showing
See “The Big Short,” the comedy-drama based on Michael Lewis’ non-fiction 2010 book about the 2007–2008 financial crisis triggered by the housing market collapse, Wednesday, June 29, 1:30 p.m. Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave., Oceanside. 766-2360.
On Screen
See “The Danish Girl,” the romantic drama loosely inspired by the lives of Danish artists Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener, with Eddie Redmayne and Alicia Vikander, Wednesday, June 29, 2 and 7 p.m. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Film Showing
See “Brooklyn,” the romantic drama about a young Irish immigrant in 1950s New York, Thursday, June 30, 2 p.m. Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. 488-3444.

Theater/Music

Thoroughly Modern Millie
The high spirited musical romp, with the award-winning score, Thursday, and Friday, June 23-24, 8 p.m.; Saturday, June 25, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 26, 2 and 7 p.m. $69. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900.
The Temptations and The Four Tops
The iconic Motown legends in concert, Friday, June 24, 8 p.m. $49.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Classic Legends
Tony Grant and Ms. Roseanne perform beloved hits, Saturday, June 25, 2 p.m. Program includes the best of Louis Armstonrg, Patsy Cline, Rosemary Clooney, and more. Elmont Memorial Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Sondheim on Sondeim
A musical revue highlighting the famed composer’s personal life and artistic process, Saturday, June 25, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 26, 2:30 p.m.; Wednesday, June 29, 2 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.
Israeli American Night
Israeli vocalist Dudu Fisher performs at the annual Salute to Israel celebration, Sunday, June 26, 8 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or concertline, 572-0223.
All Shook Up
The Elvis Presley-inspired jukebox musical, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Sunday, June 26, 2 and 7 p.m. $28, $20 seniors. The Show Place at the Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.
That 70s Band
A tribute to the disco/funk sounds of an incredible decade, Tuesday, June 28, 8 p.m. Newbridge Road Park, Bellmore. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.
Klezmer Connection
The band performs rock inspired klezmer music, Wednesday, June 29, 8 p.m. Rock Hall Museum, 199 Broadway, Lawrence. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.
LeAnn Rimes
The popular country songstress in concert, Wednesday, June 29, 8 p.m. $65, $55 and $30. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.paramountny.com.
Piano Classics
Pianist Maria Kogan in concert, Wednesday, June 29, 2 p.m. Program includes works by Debussy, Beethoven, Chopin, and more. Free admission. Landmark on Main Street, Jeanne Rimsky Theater, 232 Main St., Port Washington. 767-6444 or
www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.
Blue Tourmaline
The band performs blues and rock hits, Thursday, June 30, 8 p.m. Shell Creek Park, Barnum Island. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.

Family

All About Aquariums
Discover what makes aquariums so fascinating, Saturday, June 25, 2 p.m. Learn about aquatic life up close and design and aquarium craft. $3 with museum admission. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Solar Astronomy Day
Explore the sun, near the time of the summer solstice, during the interactive program, Saturday, June 25, 12-2 p.m. CSTL staff will guide participants through hands-on activities to examine the solar system, then observe the sun through a special telescope. $10. Registration required. Center for Science Teaching and Learning, Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre. 764-0045 or www.cstl.org.
The Jungle Book Kids
Journey deep in the jungle, with Mowgli the man-cub, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Sunday, June 26, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. $12 ($10 Long Island Children’s Museum members). Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 599-6870 or www. plazatheatrical.com.
Movie Fun
See the Disney Pixar fantasy adventure, “The Good Dinosaur,” Sunday, June 26, 2 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.