Center for Science at Tanglewood Preserve, Rockville Centre, is a 17-acre preserve complete with ponds, nature trails, and a fishing pier. Run by the Center for Science Teaching and Learning, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to science education, the Center for Science offers an array of activities for children and adults year round. Exhibits, childrenís programs, birthday parties, adult education courses, and more. For more information, call 764-0045.
Echo Park Pool Complex, West Hempstead, is a great place for year-round fun, with indoor and outdoor pools. A special lap swimming period is held Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 7-10 a.m. For more information, call 483-7400.
EISENHOWER PARK, East Meadow, is a great place to bring the family on a sunny day or play some golf. For more information, call 572-0200; golf ticket office, 572-0327.
GRANT PARK, Hewlett, has activities for kids of all ages. There are childrenís playgrounds, tennis courts and a skating rink. For more information, call 571-7821.
lido golf Course, Lido beach; Merrick Road park and Golf course, Merrick; North Woodmere Park (9 Hole), North Woodmere, offer year-round golf. For more information, call Lido Golf Course at 889-8181, Merrick Road Golf Course at 868-4650 or North Woodmere Park at 571-7814.
Norman J. Levy Park and preserve, Merrick, offers an array of wildlife, kayak launch, jogging and walking trails, fishing pier, and more, on 50 acres of a former landfill site. Park rangers are on hand for guided tours. For information, call 804-2000.
Exhibits and more...
the american spirit: Paintings by mort Kunstler spans the beginnings of America through the first encouters with Native Americans through the Space Age. The works in this exhibit reflect the major project that has engaged the nationís leading historical artist throughout his career. Through Nov. 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338.
art faculty exhibition is an annual showcase of works by Molloy Collegeís art faculty. The exhibit includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, and installations. The artists on view include, Miriam Bloom, Hwa Caruso, Laura Christian, Mia Clarke, Jamie Lyn Davis, S. Jean DeMaria, BettyAnn Derbentli, Don Hazlitt, Ron Morosan, Cristina Pugliese, Kathy Reba, Thomas Samman, and Yolande Trincere. Through Oct. 27. Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-5000 ext. 6549.
battle of the dinosaurs features life-like robotic dinosaurs, an authentic dig site, and hands-on activities. With live reptiles, presented by Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation and Museums and the Center for Science Teaching and Learning. Through Nov. 4. Open daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $8 adults, $6 children. Sands Point Preserve, Port Washington. 764-0045 or 571-7901 or www. CSTL.org.
fall foliage in all its splendor can be seen at Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park. Visit the seasonal display of Chrysanthemums in and around the Main Greenhouse, as well as the resident collections of orchids, bromeliads, begonias, cacti and succulents, ferns and tropical plants. See peak fall foliage from mid-October to early November. 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay. 922-9200 or www.plantingfields.org
Joe Fig is an exhibit of the Long Island nativeís diorama-like reconstruction sculptures of famous artists' studios. A star of the Chelsea gallery scene, Fig is best known for his take on 50s artists such as Pollock and deKooning. Through Nov. 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338.
Exhibition tea and tour offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse of Nassau County Museum of Artís current exhibit, ìThe American Spirit,î Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2:30 p.m. Director Constance Schwartz introduced the program, featuring a private guided exhibit tour, followed by afternoon tea in the Museum Cafe. $25, $20 members. Reservations required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338.
Theater and music
Benefactors, Michael Frayn's award-winning comedy about a utopian society, Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 12-14, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 15, 3 p.m. $9, $7 seniors. Nassau Community College, Little Theatre, Garden City. 572-7676.
breaking up is hard to do, Dirty Dancing meets Forever Plaid in the new musical featuring songs by Neil Sedaka, Thursday Oct. 12, 8 p.m.; Friday, Oct. 13, 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 14, 4 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 15, 3 p.m. $22. Cultural Arts Playhouse, 714 Old Bethpage Rd., Old Bethpage. 694-3330 or Culturalartsplayhouse.com.
brighton beach memoirs, Part one of Neil Simonís autobiographical trilogy, Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 12-14, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 15, 3 p.m. $16 Thursday, $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
The full monty, The outlandish comedy based on the hit movie, Thursday through Saturday, Oct. 12-14, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 15, 3 and 7 p.m. $18. BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
robin trower, The blues-rock guitarist performs, Thursday, Oct. 12, 8 p.m. $50, $37.50 members. Inter-Media Art Center, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (631) 549-ARTS or www.imactheater.org.
Bermuda Avenue Triangle, Renee Taylor and Joseph Bolognaís comedy about the adventures of a Jewish widow and an Irish widow in Las Vegas, ending this weekend, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 13-14, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 15, 3 p.m. $18. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
The del McCoury Band, The bluegrass band in concert, Friday, Oct. 13, 9 p.m. $37.50, $28.50 members. Inter-Media Art Center, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (631) 549-ARTS or www.imactheater.org.
I'll Be Back Before Midnight, Classic thriller about a couple who rent a remote cabin from an odd farmer, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 13-14, 9 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 15, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday.. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.ArenaPlayers.org.
The led zeppelin Experience, Performed by Hammer of the Gods, Friday, Oct. 13, 8 p.m. $$75 (VIP), $50, $40, $30. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, Rte. 25A, Brookville. 299-3100 or www.tillescenter.org.
The Sisters Rosenweig, Wendy Wassersteinís serious comedy about three Brooklyn-born siblings, ending this weekend, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 13-14, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 15, 3 p.m. Also Fridays. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
acoustic alchemy, Greg Carmichael and Nick Webb perform with their jazz band, with special guest saxophonist, Saturday, Oct. 14, 8 and 10:30 p.m. $37.50, $28.50 members. Inter-Media Art Center, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (631) 549-ARTS or www.imactheater.org.
Fifth annual long island comedy fest, Starring Joey Kola, Adam Ferrara, Richie Minervini, and Dan Wilson, Saturday, Oct. 14, 8 p.m. $40.50. North Fork Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (631) 888-9000.
Mozart and Italy, A special concert in honor of the 250th anniversary of Mozart's birth, with pianist Cristiana Pegoraro, Sunday, Oct.15, 2 p.m. Program includes original compositions with works by Mozart, Scarlatti, and others. $16, $13 seniors/students.Hofstra University, Monroe Lecture Center Theater, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Family
Autumn Adornments, Discover some fascinating ways people around the world decorate their homes, Saturday, Oct. 14, 1 and 3 p.m. Create fall themed mobiles and placemats to take home For ages 5-12. Long Island Childrenís Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
The Mystery Of Halloween High, sGet into a festive mood with BroadHollow Theatre Company's zany "Scooby Doo style" mystery, Saturday, Oct. 14, 2 p.m. Bay Way Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
