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.
ALWAYS FUN
Echo Park Indoor Pool
Complex, is a great place for year-round fun. 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.
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.
The nature of things examines the way artists view the landscape tradition in an increasingly technological time. Artists include Nora Aslan, Ariadna Capasso, Gonzalo Macias, Darlene Charneco, Josh Dorman, and Katherin Hilten. Through June 12. Islip Art Museum, Brookwood Hall, 50 Irish La., East Islip.
(631) 224-5402.
Poetic Dimensions in modern still life is a traveling show that includes the still life paintings of approximately 20 members of the artist group Zeuxis. The artists come from diverse backgrounds and pursue a variety of styles. Through May 8. Hofstra University, Emily Lowe Gallery, Axinn Library, Hempstead. 463-5672.
The photographs of moneta sleet features 14 works of Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer Moneta J. Sleet, Jr. He became the first African-American to win journalism's top award for his work documenting the funeral of Martin Luther King, Jr., in a career that spanned 50 years. Through May 31. African American Museum, 110 N. Franklin Ave., Hempstead. 572-0730.
remembrance of things past showcases the paintings and drawings of Bettina Marks. Through May 31. LichtBlick Studios, Malverne.
561-5654.
talk and tour: early spring perennials takes visitors on a guided stroll through the Old Westbury Gardens, with a master gardener, Saturday, May 14, 1 p.m. Discuss how to grow the charming plants at home. 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048 ext. 301 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
open poetry reading honors the 150th anniversary of Walt Whitman's masterpiece, "Leaves of Grass," Sunday, May 15, 1:30 p.m. Guests are invited to bring Whitman's poetry, other poetry or personal works to read and share with others. Includes a tour. Walt Whitman Birthplace, 246 Old Walt Whitman Rd., South Huntington. (631) 427-5240.
Theater and music
Fuddy Meers, A bizarre comedy about a women who has a rare form of amnesia that erases her memory whenever she goes to sleep, opening, Thursday through Saturday, May 12-14, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 15, 3 p.m. $16 Thursday, $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
A taste of honey, A drama about the dysfunctional relationship between a young girl and her fun-loving, saloon-frequenting mother, by Hofstra University Department of Drama and Dance, now through Saturday, May 14, 8 p.m.; also 2 p.m. Saturday. Admission free but reservations required. New College Theater, Hofstra University, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5833.
the dinner party, Neil Simon's comedy about five people invited to a Paris restaurant, , Friday and Saturday, May 13-14, 9 p.m.; Sunday, May 15, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
ten little indians, The Agatha Christie mystery about ten guests invited to an island of the British coast, Friday and Saturday, May 13-14, 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 15, 3 and 7 p.m. $18. BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
Witness For The Prosecution, Agatha Christie's thriller, ending this weekend, Friday and Saturday, May 13-14, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 15, 3 p.m. $16, $12 seniors and students for Friday and Sunday shows. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
johnny maestro & the Brooklyn bridge, In concert, with Lou Christie, Saturday, May 14, 8 p.m. $40. North Fork Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (631) 888-9000.
the radiators, The New Orleans "Fishhead" rockers perform Saturday, May 14, 9 p.m. $37.50, $28.50 members. Inter-Media Art Center, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (631) 549-ARTS or www.imactheater.org.
Rockaway/Five Towns Symphony Orchestra, In concert, with cellist Justin Kagan, Saturday, May 14, 8 p.m. Program includes Beethoven's Oveture to Egmont, Hayden's Concerto for Cello and Orchestra in D Major, and Mendelssohn's Symphony No. 4. Lynbrook High School, Union Ave., Lynbrook. 365-6857 or 432-2563.
The shape of things, A drama challenging ideas about art and love, opening this weekend, Saturday, May 14, 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 15, 3 p.m. $18. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
Toby Tobias, The South African-born singer/songwriter performs acoustic electric folk, rock, blues, jazz and African rhythms, Saturday, May 14. Mediterranean Grill and Kebab, 10 Franklin Ave., Hewlett. 374-4203.
Writer's Block, The Long Island premiere of the Woody Allen play, presented by Lantern Theatre, Saturday, May 14, 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 15, 2 p.m. $12. Brookside School, 1260 Meadowbrook Rd., North Merrick. 221-4485.
United Choral Society, In concert, Tuesday, May 17, 7:30 p.m. Program features Hadyn's Te Deum and excerpts from Mozart's Magic Flute. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 781-3552 or
791-2818.
Family
Cinderella, Enjoy the timeless story of Cinderella, her wicked stepmother and stepsisters, opening this weekend, Saturday, May 14, 2 p.m. BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
Huntington Ballet Theatre's Cinderella, A lavish ballet version of the classic tale, Saturday, May 14, 4 p.m.; Sunday, May 15, 2 p.m. The all-new production features student and professional dancers. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark On Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington.
767-6444 or www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.
Legendary Printmaking Workshop, Explore Inuit life and art, then create prints of fictional animals, Saturday, May 14, 12:30 p.m. Suitable for ages 6-12. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5844 or www.licm.org.
Robin Hood & Maid Marion, Join Robin Hood and his merry men as they fight the evil sheriff for Maid Marion's hand, Saturday, May 14, 2 p.m. $8. BroadHollow Theatre Company's BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
The Tale Of The Frog Prince, An audience participation version of the charming tale, Saturday and Sunday, May 14-15, 1 p.m. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
The Wubbolous Adventures of dr. suess, A theatrical adventure, performed by the Magic Curtain players, Saturday, May 14, 2 p.m. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
