billy brady's saloon/restaurant 677 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square, 485-2320. Entertainment weekly. No cover.
GOVERNOR'S Comedy Cabaret and Restaurant 90 Division Ave., Levittown, 731-3358 (www.govs.com). Comedian showcase Thursdays with host John Trueson, 8 p.m. $10 plus two beverage minimum.
Mediterranean Grill and Kebab Restaurant 10-12 Franklin Ave., Hewlett, 374-4203. See Acoustic Thunder perform rock and blues, Sunday, June 26, 8-11 p.m. Reservations suggested.
ALWAYS FUN
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 children's playgrounds, tennis courts and an ice 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. Merrick Road Golf Course is home to South Shore Ladies Club. New members are always welcome. Obtain an application at the Clubhouse during business hours.
Norman J. Levy Park and preserve, Merrick, is a fascinating place for a family outing. The park 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...
Behind the frame: Impressionism revisited is an indoor/outdoor exhibition highlighting J. Seward Johnson's life-sized "reimaginings" of Impressionist masterpieces by Renior, Monet, Manet, Van Gogh, and others. Through Aug. 7. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
"Inspirational Work" is an exhibit of dynamic artwork in various media inspired by Christo and Jeanne-Claude's recent landmark Central Park exhibit "The Gates." Exhibit runs through June 25. Lichtblick Studios/Gallery, 73 Church St., Malverne. 561-5654 or www.LichtBlickStudios.com.
Long Island Scenes exhibits the original oil paintings of Victor Consiglio. Through June 26. Foyer Gallery, South Nassau Unitarian/Universalist Congregation, Freeport.
"Poetry in the garden" talk & Tour offers a guided stroll through Old Westbury Gardens sharing selections of poetry, inspired by nature's beauty, Saturday, June 25, 1-2 p.m. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048.
Twilight sculpture tour takes visitors on a tour of Nassau County Museum of Art's 145 acre sculpture garden by candlelight, Thursday, June 30, 6:30 p.m. Museum educator Jean Henning shows guests around the more than 50 sculptures, including several outdoor works that are part of the current exhibit "Beyond The Frame." Refreshments follow. $20 fee, $15 members. Reservations required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338 ext. 12 or www.nassaumuseum.com.
Theater and music
Deathtrap, Ira Levin's comedy-thriller about a successful writer struggling to overcome a dry spell, Thursday through Saturday, June 23-25, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 26, 3 p.m. $16 Thursday, $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
The Long Weekend, A comedy about the fortunes and misfortunes of two married couples on a weekend retreat in the countryside, Thursday through Saturday, June 23-25, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 26, 3 p.m. Nassau Community College, Mainstage Theatre, Garden City. 572-7676.
Any Friend Of Percy D'Angelino Is A Friend Of Mine, A Mafia comedy, Friday and Saturday, June 24-25, 9 p.m.; Sunday, June 26, 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.
Dividends, A drama exploring the generation gap between a struggling young artist and his Jewish grandfather, Friday and Saturday, June 24-25, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 26, 3 and 7 p.m. $18. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
Ten Little Indians, Agatha Christie's mystery about weekend guests on an island, ending this weekend, Friday and Saturday, June 24-25, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 26, 3 p.m. $22. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Centre Stage at Molloy College, 1000 Hemsptead Ave., Rockville Centre. (631) 581-2700.
Visiting Mr. Green, A comedy/drama about friendship and trust, opening this weekend, Friday and Saturday, June 24-25, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 26, 3 p.m. $16, $12 seniors and students for Friday and Sunday shows. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
West Side Story, The beloved musical, Friday, June 24, 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 25, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 26, 3 p.m. $22. Cultural Arts Playhouse, 714 Old Bethpage Rd., Old Bethpage. 694-3330.
"Everybody Dance," Put on some dancing shoes for a fun-filled evening of ballroom dance, Saturday, June 25, 8 p.m.-12. a.m. Couples only; presented by the Town Of Hempstead. Levittown Hall, Levittown Pkwy., Hicksville. (516) 292-9000 ext. 382.
Lynyrd Skynyrd, In concert, Sunday, June 26. North Fork Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (631) 888-9000 or www.northforktheatre.com.
Italian-American Night, A concert program, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Order of Sons of Italy in America, Monday, June 27, 7:30 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0223.
Oldies Concert, Vic Vincent and his band perform favorites from the fifties, sixties, and more, Wednesday, June 29, 7 p.m. Freeport Memorial Library, 144 W. Merrick Rd., Freeport. 379-3274.
Family
Breakfast At Belmont, Enjoy breakfast, served up with a menu of activities, Saturday and Sunday, June 25-26, 7-10:15 a.m., through July 24. Events include a barn area tour, paddock show, starting gate demonstration, and entertainment. Sundays also feature family fun days, with entertainment, petting zoo and activities, noon-4 p.m. Belmont Park, Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (718) 641-4700.
Dr. Seuss, The timeless universe of Dr. Seuss' wonderful characters come to life, ending this weekend, Saturday, June 25, 2 p.m. The Stage Theater, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Peruvian Games And Inca Khipu, Travel back in time to ancient Peru and discover the mystery of the Inca Khipu, a system of recording on knotted strings, Sunday, June 26, 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. Create a version to take home. Suitable for ages 6-12. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5844 or www.licm.org.
Peruvian Music With Theo Torres, Enjoy the Peruvian music of composer/musician Theo Torres and his ensemble, Vientos Del Sur, Sunday, June 26, 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Hear salsa, techno cumbia, musica criolla, and more. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5844 or www.licm.org.
