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...
Lands of dominic, lands of catherine: ever ancient, ever new showcases works by artists and photographers from the Molloy College community. Through Apr. 26. Meet the artists, at a reception, Friday, Apr. 22, 4-6 p.m. Kellenberg Hall, Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-5000 ext. 6549.
"floral themes in Westbury house" talk and tour examines floral design and themes used in Old Westbury Gardens' Westbury House, Saturday, Apr. 23, 1 p.m. Also at Old Westbury Gardens through the weekend, the American Rhododendron Society holds its rhododendron and azalea sale, Friday through Sunday, Apr. 22-23. 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048 ext. 301 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
A new narrative: Marden, Fitzpatrick, stella, warhol is a captivating exhibition featuring works by four exceptional 20th century artists. Each uses narrative imagery to explore subjects ranging from literature, history and mythology to current events and personal experience. The exhibit showcases 40 prints that vary from intimate etchings to larger-than-life-size portraits. Through May 1. Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250.
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.
Theater and music
sight unseen, The Obie Award-winning comedy/drama about an American mega-artist, Thursday through Saturday, Apr. 21-23; Sunday, Apr. 24, 3 p.m. $16 Thursday, $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Spring dance concert, Performed by Hofstra University's Drama and Dance Department, Thursday and Friday, Apr. 21-22, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Apr. 23, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 24, 2 p.m. John Cranford Adams Playhouse, Hofstra University, South Campus, Hempstead.
463-5444.
Chuck Loeb, The jazz guitarist performs with special guests saxophonist David Mann and vocalist Carmen Cuesta, Friday, Apr. 22, 9 p.m. $37.50, $28.50 members. Inter-Media Art Center, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (631) 549-ARTS or www.imactheater.org.
Gypsy, The story of the vaudeville entertainer turned stripper, Gypse Rose Lee and her overbearing mother, Friday and Saturday Apr. 22-23, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 24, 3 p.m.; BroadHollow Theatre Company, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
gipsy kings, In concert, Friday, Apr. 22, 8 p.m. $50. North Fork Theatre at Westbury, formerly Westbury Music Fair, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (631) 888-9000.
Lone Star & Private Wars, A bawdy comedy, about two rambunctious Texas brothers, Friday and Saturday, Apr. 22-23, 9 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 24, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
A Night Of Laughter, Comedy show, benefiting The Sarah Grace Foundation, Friday, Apr. 22, 7:30 p.m. $35 in advance, $45 at door.William F. Grouse VFW Post 3211, 320 South Broadway, Hicksville. 433-9745.
The Supporting Cast, A comedy about an author's wife who writes a book about her celebrity friends, Friday, Apr. 22, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 24, 3 p.m. $18. BroadHollow Theatre Company, Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
no mercy, A perfomance by Hofstra USA Productions, Friday and Saturday, Apr. 22-23, 8 p.m. Sunday, Apr. 24, 2 p.m.; Tuesday through Thursday, Apr. 26-28, 8 p.m. West End Theatre, Hofstra University, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Witness For The Prosecution, Agatha Christie's thriller, Friday and Saturday, Apr. 22-23, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Apr. 24, 3 p.m. $16, $12 seniors and students for Friday and Sunday shows. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Antares, The ensemble peforms, as part of Hofstra University's "It Might As Well Be Strings" series, Tuesday, Apr. 26, 8 p.m. Program features works by Dan Visconti, Dmitri Shostakovich, Paul Moravec, and James Matheson. Monroe Lecture Center Theater, Hofstra University South Campus, Hempstead. (516) 463-6644.
David Copperfield, The illusionist presents "An Intimate Evening of Grand Illusion," Tuesday, Apr. 26, 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. $65, $54 and $42. Tilles Center for the Performing Arts, C.W. Post Campus, Rte. 25A, Brookville. 299-3100.
Family
Belmont Stakes Fair, Enjoy the first major fair of the season, now through Sunday, Apr. 24, noon-midnight. Over 100 amusement rides and attractions, magic acts, petting zoo, carnival games, and much more. Belmont Racetrack, Hempstead Tpke., Elmont.
(718) 641-4700 or www.belmontfair.com.
Alice In Wonderland, Don't be late to the tea party, complete with all the "unusual" characters, Saturday, Apr. 23, 2 p.m. BroadHollow Theatre Company's BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Live Bats! performance, Discover the mysterious world of bats and meet some of these unique mamals, with bat experts from the Organization for Bat Conservation, Saturday and Sunday, Apr. 23-24, 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. For ages 4+. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City.
224-5844 or www.licm.org.
Mary Poppins, The classic story of the original "super nanny," Saturday, Apr. 23, 2 p.m. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick.
868-6400.
The Tale Of The Frog Prince, An audience participation of the charming tale, Saturday and Sunday, Apr. 23-24, 1 p.m. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
Mary Poppins, Come along, with Mary and the gang for a "jolly holiday" in London, Saturday, Apr. 23, 2 p.m. BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
Tree Walk, Join Old Westbury Gardens' master gardener/educator Gene Lanzaro for an exploration of trees the whole family will enjoy, Sunday, April 24, 2:30 p.m. Learn the basics of tree identification, life cycles and habitat. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
