571-7821. Also, Newbridge Arena, 2600 Newbridge Rd., Bellmore. Call 783-6181. And at Freeport Ice Rink, 130 Merrick Rd., Freeport. Public sesions are held Thursdays through Sundays. For more information, call 377-2314.
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. Winter golf is offered on White and Blue Courses. For more information, call 572-0200; golf ticket office, 572-0327.
GRANT PARK, Hewlett, has activities for kids of all ages. There are children's 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...
egypt: The soul of a country features the photographs of Roberta Small. An artist's reception, with live entertainment by Bill Jacobs, opens the exhibit, Friday, Jan. 6, 7-9 p.m. Through Feb. 17. South Nassau Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Foyer Gallery, 228 S. Ocean Ave., Freeport. 623-1204.
red grooms: Ruckus in Roslyn is an original exhibition of works by the whimisical pop artist. NCMA curators have worked closely with the artist, his gallery and private collectors to gather together Groom's best known themes. These large and small-scale works show a rich range of the artist's interests. Through Feb. 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, Main Galleries, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
william wegman fashion photos showcases the internally renowned photograher's elaborately staged photographs of his Weimariner, Fay Ra, and her numerous descendants. The dogs, wearing human costumes, enact a variety of scenes. Through Feb. 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
Picasso, Braque & Léger: 20th-Century Modern Masters is an exhibit of rarely-seen prints by three of the most important artists in twentieth-century art who were a major influence on artists of their time and later. Pablo Picasso, Georges Braque and Fernand Legér were inspired by poets, writers and modern life. Through Feb. 26. Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave.,Huntington. (631) 351-3250.
Gateway to the world: the great port of new york is a talk with Bill Miller, author of over 60 books and adjunct curator of the Ocean Liner Council at South Street Seaport, Saturday, Jan. 7, 2:30 p.m. He shares his vast knowledge about the world's greatest port as well as the ships, towers and bridges that have made it famous. Reservations required. The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor. (631) 367-3418.
Exhibition Private Tea And Talk offers a private, docent-led tour of Nassau County Museum of Art's current exhibit, "Red Grooms: Ruckus in Roslyn" Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2:30 p.m. Director Constance Schwartz introduces the program; afternoon concludes with English Tea at the Museum Cafe. $25 fee ($20 members). Reservations required. One Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338 ext. 12 or www.nassaumuseum.com.
Theater and music
Pajama Tops, A madcap comedy about a philandering husband and wife, Thursday through Saturday, Jan. 5-7, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 8, 3 p.m. $16 Thursday, $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
The amorous ambassador, Comedy about the shenanigans that ensue in a diplomatic family over secret weekend plans involving the Ambassador and his wife, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 6-7, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 8, 3 p.m. $18. BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
Any Wednesday, A comedy about four people whose paths cross each other under the most unexpected and hilarious circumstances, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 6-7, 9 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 8, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
CHEATERS, A romantic comedy about young lovers whose parents are dating each other without realizing it, and the chaos that ensues when all finally meet, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 6-7, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 8, 3 p.m. $18. Studio Theatre, 141 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700
coffee house concert, Folksinger/songwriters Steve Gillette and Cindy Mangsen perform traditional folk music, Friday, Jan. 6, 8 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 223 Stewart Ave., Garden City. 248-8855.
And The World Goes 'Round, A musical revue featuring the songs of John Kander and Fred Ebb from beloved musicals such as Cabaret, Chicago, New York, New York and Funny Lady, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 6-7, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 8, 2 p.m. $24, $22 seniors, $15 non-Hofstra students. Presented by The Gray Wig, Hofstra University's Monroe Lecture Center Theater, Hempstead. 463-6644.
lend me a tenor, The enjoyable musical, opening this weekend, Saturday, Jan. 7, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 8, 3 p.m. $18, $14 seniors and students for Friday and Sunday shows. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Family
Scavenger Hunt, Travel through Long Island Children's Museum's "Shelter from the Storm" maze where they aren't any dead ends, only fun activities to enjoy, Friday, Jan. 6, 2:30-4 p.m. Sift through sand and find hidden objects, take a peek into cardboard boxes and discover items related to shelter and storms. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5844 or www.licm.org.
Caves, Nests and Burrows, Explore how insects and other animals deal with winter, Saturday Jan. 7, 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. Learn what different animals do to protect themselves from the cold weather. Once the mystery is solved, use the knowledge to make creative animals to take home! Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5844 or www.licm.org.
frosty the snowman, Help Frosty and Jenny, the mayor's daughter, save Chillsville, at the holiday musical, Saturday Jan. 7, 2 p.m. $8. BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
Pinocchio, The puppet who would be a boy comes to life in an audience participation adventure, opening this weekend, Saturday, Jan. 7, 1 p.m. $8. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
The princess and the pea, The beloved fairy tale, opening this weekend, Saturday, Jan. 7, 2 p.m. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Speaking Storytellers: Rub the Lamp: Stories For a Winter Afternoon presents Dee Ellen Lee and Frank Wind who share their stories, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 7-8, 1 and 3 p.m. Journey into a wonderful world of talking animals, urban legends, folk tales and fairy tales that will tickle your funny bone. Beware of "Halitosis," the three-headed dragon! Suitable for ages 3 and up. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5844 or www.licm.org.
winnie the pooh, Join Pooh and the gang for a fun-filled adventure in the Hundred Acre Wood, opening this weekend, Saturday, Jan. 7, 2 p.m. $8.BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 South Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst (631) 581-2700.
Nassau County Museum of Art'sFamily Fun Day, An activity-filled afternoon that celebrates NCMA's current exhibition, "Red Grooms: Ruckus in Roslyn," Sunday, Jan. 8, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free admission for Town of Hempstead residents. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338.
