Al Jolson Festival: Remembering 'The World's Greatest Entertainer'

Fans of “The World's Greatest Entertainer” as he was known, can enjoy Al Jolson’s music and memories when the Long Island Al Jolson Festival presents its annual celebration of the entertainer and his life, Saturday, Aug. 14, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., in Oceanside. Entertainer Tony Babino brings the Jolson songs alive with his award-winning show, “The Heart of Al Jolson,” at 1 p.m. Author Herb Goldman, Ed Greenbaum and Prof. Joe Ciolino discuss “Jolson Sings Again.” Other guests include Joe Franklin, Eddie Cantor’s grandson Brian Gari and Don Mayrick.

This year’s festival marks the 60th anniversary of the Al Jolson Society, which presents the event.

Tickets are $39.95, including entertainment and meals; $22 show only. Tickets are available through Jan Hernstat at (516) 678-3524.

Oceanside Knights of Columbus, 2985 Kenneth Place, Oceanside.