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 musician Toby Tobias, Saturday, June 18, 7:30-10 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.
NCMA's Curator's Tea & Talk Series continues with "Five Masters of the Impressionist Era," Monday, June 20, 3:30 p.m. Curator Franklin Hill Perrell, discusses Imppressionist themes interpreted in the current exhibit. Reservations required. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338 ext. 12 or www.nassaumuseum.com.
NCMA's Private Tea And Talk offers a docent-led tour of the current exhibit, "Beyond The Frame," introduced by Director Constance Schwartz, Wednesday, June 22, 2:30 p.m. Afternoon concludes with English Tea at the Museum Cafe. $23 fee ($18 museum members.) Reservations required. One Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338 ext. 12.
Old westbury gardens "evenings in horticulture series presents "Coming Up Roses," Monday, June 20, 7:30 p.m. Discover which roses perform best on Long Island, learn about winter protection, proper pruning, and more. Followed by refreshments and wine on Westbury House's West Porch. Tour the Rose Garden at 6:30 p.m. $25, $20 members. Reservations required. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury.
333-0048.
The photographs of Ruth Orkin is an exhibition of 20 of Orkin's works, including her most famous, "American Girl In Italy." Also shown are a young Woody Allen posing in front of a portrait at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and composer/conductor Leonard Bernstein relaxing backstage. Hofstra University, Lowenfield Conference and Exhibition Hall, Axinn Library, Hempstead.
463-5672 or www.hofstra.edu/museum.
Theater and music
Biloxi Blues, The second in Neil Simon's autobiographical trilogy, performed by Hofstra University's Gray Wig alumni theater group, Thursday and Friday, June 16-17, 8 p.m.; Saturday, June 18, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 2 p.m. $18, $12 seniors and students. Hofstra University, West End Theatre, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Deathtrap, Ira Levin's comedy-thriller about a successful writer struggling to overcome a dry spell, Thursday through Saturday, June 16-18, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 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 16-18, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 3 p.m.; Wednesday, June 22, 8 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, opening this weekend, Friday and Saturday, June 17-18, 9 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 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.
A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum, The hilarious farce, Friday through Sunday, June 17-19. $18-$20. Airport Playhouse, 218 Knickbocker Ave, Bohemia.
(631) 589-7588.
Gypsy, The tale of the vaudeville entertainer turned stripper, Gypsy Rose Lee, ending this weekend, Friday and Saturday, June 17-18, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 3 p.m. $16, $12 seniors and students for Friday and Sunday shows. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Lo Bianco's La Guardia, The life and times of New York's famous mayor, Fiorello La Guardia, presented by Hofstra University's USA Productions, Friday, June 17, 8 p.m.; Saturday, June 18, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 2 p.m. $32, $30 seniors and students. Hofstra University, Monroe Lecture Center Theater, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Ten Little Indians, Agatha Christie's mystery about weekend guests on an island, Friday and Saturday, June 17-18, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 3 p.m. $22. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Centre Stage at Molloy College, 1000 Hemsptead Ave., Rockville Centre. (631) 581-2700.
Dividends, A drama exploring the generation gap between a struggling young artist and his Jewish grandfather, opening this weekend, Saturday, June 18, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 3 p.m. $18. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
Hair, The rock opera, Saturday, June 18, 4 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 7:30 p.m. $22. Cultural Arts Playhouse, 714 Old Bethpage Rd., Old Bethpage. 694-3330.
Interfaith Gospel Explosion, An interfaith celebration of Christian/Gospel music, presented by Evangel Revival Community Church, Saturday, June 18, 1-8 p.m. Kennedy Plaza, 1 West Chester St., Long Beach. 603-8806.
robert Fripp, The King Crimson founder performs "Soundcape - Words & Music," Saturday, June 18, 9 p.m. $37.50, $28.50 members. Inter-Media Art Center, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (631) 549-ARTS.
The Strange Days Festival, Featuring The Doors Of The 21st Century with John Kay & Steppenwolf, Vanilla Fudge, The Yardbirds, and Pat Travers, Saturday, June 18. Tommy Hilfiger at Jones Beach Theater, Wantagh. (631) 888-9000.
Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers, In concert, with The Black Crowes, Tuesday, June 21. Tommy Hilfiger at Jones Beach Theater, Wantagh. (631) 888-9000.
Family
Lou Johnson Presents "Magic Of Discovery" Show, Enjoy a variety show of fun and games, Saturday, June 18, 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Program features music, juggling, visual magic and balancing. Suitable for ages 2+. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5844 or www.licm.org.
Dr. Seuss, The timeless universe of Dr. Seuss' wonderful characters come to life, Saturday, June 18, 2 p.m. The Stage Theater, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
"Yum Yum Bubble Gum" Workshop, Explore the origin and evolution of bubble gum and how it came to be popular all over the world, Saturday, June 18, 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. Then test your bubble blowing skills in a contest to see how can make the biggest bubble! Suitable for ages 5-12. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5844 or www.licm.org.
Whaling Village Tour. Stroll through historic Cold Spring Harbor, Saturday, June 18, 11 a.m. Stroll down "Bedlam Street" and watch the history of this 19th century whaling port come alive. Pre-tour film shown at Whaling Museum at 2:30 p.m. Reservations required. Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor. (631) 367-3418.
