Stepping Out

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Weekly calendar of exhibits, theater, music and more

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A Feast for the Eyes
An exhibit that explores how food has inspired art. Through a wide variety of media, eclectic portrayals of food, restaurants, cafes, shops, parties, and table decorations are offered. Artists represented include William Merritt Chase, Andy Warhol, Audrey Flack, Henri Matisse, George Grosz, Red Grooms, Claes Oldenberg, Roy Lichtenstein and Cindy Sherman, among others. Through Nov. 6. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
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 or www.hostra.edu/museum.
Long Island Biennal
A juried exhibition featuring paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, and photographs by professional artists from Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
Mysteries of Bats
Tackapausha Museum and Preserve’s exhibit examines varied species of bats, featuring a live family of Egyptian Fruit Bats who fly and “hang out” in the museum’s nocturnal area. Other installations include displays about Long Island’s ecology and interactive activities. Tackapausha Museum and Preserve, Washington Ave. (between Merrick Rd. and Sunrise Hwy.), Seaford. 571-7443.
Over the River: Transforming Long Island
An original exhibition that focuses on Long Island’s transformation over the decades, brought about by the construction of bridges, tunnels and roadways to New York City. Featured artists include Marilyn Bridges, Louis Lozowick, and Andy Warhol, as well as works on loan from private collectors and museums. Opens Sept. 6, through Dec. 16. Hofstra University’s Emily Lowe Gallery, Emily Lowe Hall, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672 or www.hostra.edu/museum.
Afternoon Movie
See “Whiskey Tango Foxtrot,” the biographical war comedy-drama recounting a journalist’s wartime experiences in Afgghanistan, Friday, Sept. 2, 2:30 p.m.; also “Elvis & Nixon,” a comedy-drama inspired by the 1970 meeting of the King of Rock ‘n Roll and President Richard Nixon, Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Friday Film
See “The Lady in the Van,” the true story of playwright Alan Bennett’s friendship with an eccentric homeless woman, Friday, Sept. 2, 2 p.m. Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin. 223-6228.
Craft Fair on the Green
Local artisans and varied vendors showcase unique and handcrafted items, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 3-4, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Field 8, Merrick Ave. and Stewart Ave. East Meadow.
Film Screening
See the documentary “Monet’s Palette,” a tour through Monet’s beloved Normandy, narrated by Meryl Streep, Saturday, Sept. 3, 3 p.m. Free with museum admission. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Nature’s Nighttime Noises
Examine the mysteries of evening noises during a twilight guided walk with entomologist Dr. Tamson Yeh, Saturday, Sept. 3, 7:30 p.m. Free with admission. Old Westbury Gardens 71 Old Westbury Rd, Old Westbury, 338-0048 or
www.oldwestburygardens.org.
At the Movies
See “The Big Short,” the comedy-drama based on Michael Lewis’ non-fiction 2010 book about the 2007–2008 financial crisis, Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2 and 7 p.m. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Art Talk
Examine “Gian Lorenzo Bernini,” with art historian Ines Powell, Thursday, Sept. 8, 1 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Beam Me Up
A fast-paced multi-media program commemorating Star Trek’s 50th anniversary, Thursday, Sept. 78, 7 p.m. Examine character inspirations, backstage drama, stories and settings, and more. West Hempstead Public Library, 500 Hempstead Ave., West Hempstead. 481-6591.
On Screen
See “America’s Heart & Soul,” Louis Schwartzberg’s documentary that looks at the different cultures and lifestyles that exist in America, Thursday, Sept. 8, 2 p.m. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Film Showing
See “My All-American,” a biopic based on the life of college football player Freddie Steinmark, Thursday, Sept. 8, 2 p.m. Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. 488-3444.

Theater/Music

Mamma Mia
The feel-good jukebox musical based on ABBA’s hit songs, Thursday and Friday, Sept. 1-2, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 3, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 4, 2 and 7 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 6-7, 8 p.m. $76 and $71. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900.
God of Carnage
Yasmina Reza’s award-winning drama involving two highly strung couples who meet for a ‘civil’ discussion about a playground fight between their sons, and the aftermath of that meeting, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 2-3, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 4, 3 p.m. $21, $18 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
The Will Rogers Follies
Musical that celebrates the life of famed humorist, performer and Oklahoma-native Will Rogers set within the famous Ziegfeld Follies, Saturday, Sept. 3, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 4, 2:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2 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.
Latino American Night
A spirited program of music and dance, with family festival, Sunday, Sept. 4, 2-9 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or 572-0355 after 6 p.m.
Glen Campbell Tribute
Squeaky Clean performs a selection of Campbell’s best-loved songs, Thursday, Sept. 8, 2:30 p.m. $16. Friedberg JCC, 15 Neil Court Oceanside. 766-4341 or www.friedbergjcc.org.
Celtic Thunder
The Irish vocal group in concert, Friday, Sept. 9, 8 p.m. $85, $75 and $59.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.

Family

Nature Maker Space
Explore “Our Backyard,” Long Island Children’s Museum’s outdoor environment, Thursday and Friday, Sept. 1-2, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Get inspired by the environment and interact with a variety of materials. Engage in gardening, nature fort building, art projects, observation stations, and more. For ages 3 and up. Free with museum admission. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Kids in the Kitchen
Junior chefs can work on their culinary skills, Friday, Sept. 2, 11:30 a.m.-noon. Create a tasty treat and take home recipes. For ages 3-8. $5 with museum admission ($4 members). Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Storybook Stroll
Listen to H. Joseph Hopkins’ “The Tree Lady,” the true story of how a woman’s leafy vision transformed a city, at a shady spot at Old Westbury Gardens, Sunday, Sept. 3, noon. Followed by craft activity. Free with admission. $12, $10 seniors, $7 ages 7-17. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 338-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
Pajama Story Time
Come dressed in comfy pjs for some bedtime stories and songs, Wednesday, Sept. 7, 7 p.m. West Hempstead Public Library, 500 Hempstead Ave., West Hempstead. 481-6591.
Night Hike
Explore the trails at the Center for Science Teaching and Learning and find out what’s lurking in the woods, Friday, Sept. 9, 7:30-9 p.m. After the walk, visit the Amazing Animals Exhibit to meet some nocturnal animals when they’re awake. $7. Pre-registration required. Center for Science Teaching and Learning, 1 Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre. 764-0045 or www.cstl.org.