C.J. Wellington's 30 New Hyde Park Rd., Franklin Square, 326-4990. Great grub and entertainment. There's something going on every weekend!
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.
the inn 943 W. Beech St., Long Beach, 432-9220. Live music venue features the east coast's hottest acts every Friday and Saturday. DJ Tim spins until 4 a.m. Open Mic Night, Wednesdays.
hudson & mccoy 340 Woodcleft Ave., Freeport, 868-3411. Entertainment with The Zen Tricksters, June 13.
ALWAYS FUN
Baldwin Skate PARK, Baldwin, offers state-of-the-art skating surfaces and equipment for skateboarders and in-line skaters. Skaters must be at least seven years old to use the facility. For more information, call 379-3779.
Breakfast at Belmont, is featured weekends and holidays through July 25. Take a guided tour of the stable area, hear Mary Ryan's trackside commentary of the morning workouts, starting gate demonstrations, and more. Belmont Park, Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. For further information, contact 488-6000.
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 varied activities, for kids of all ages. There are children's playgrounds, picnic areas, roller skating rink and tennis courts. 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 & Preserve, Merrick, is a fascinating place for a family outing. The park offers an array of wildlife, kayak launch, jogging and walking trail, fishing pier, and more, on 50 acres of a former landfill site. A staff of park rangers is on hand for guided tours. For more information, call 804-2000.
Exhibits and more...
European Art between the wars is the current exhibition at Nassau County Museum of Art. Works by such landmark artists as Picasso, Matisse, Chagall, Modigliani, and Braque are on display. Also, see examples of decorative arts of the period between the wars. Through Aug. 1. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
from the collection: Print and Photography portfolios presents eight complete portfolios of prints and photographs from Hofstra Museum's permanent collection, revealing how an artist's vision develops through a series of images. Through July 29. Emily Low Gallery, Hofstra Museum, Hofstra University Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Idelle weber: An Installation showcases the works of New York artist Idelle Weber, known for her prominence in the Photorealist movement. View a collection ranging from Pop Art to present day. Through Aug. 1. Nassau County Museum of Art's Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
Perfect pitch is an exhibit that examines the way contemporary artists make music an integral part of the creative process. Islip Art Museum, Brookwood Hall, 50 Irish La., East Islip. (631) 224-5402.
Scenic photography features the works of Alex Cerulli. Orchid Gallery, 45 Clinton Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-2943.
spiritworks is on exhibit LichtBlick Studios/Gallery, opening Saturday, June 12. Barbara Rizzo, Jane Colgan and Michael Berman present spiritual aspects in art. Meet them at artists reception, Saturday. Through July 24. 73 Church St., Malverne. 561-5654 or www.lichtblickstudios.com.
exhibition tea and tour features a private guided docent tour of Nassau County Museum of Art's current exhibit, followed by tea in Museum Cafe, Tuesday, June 15, 2:30 p.m. $23 ($18 members) Reservations required. 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
Pro-Writing Seminar offers instruction for would-be authors and screenwriters, with author Sevi Regis, Thursday, June 17, 7-10 p.m. Take part in a networking party after the seminar. Register by e-mail, to seviregis@msn.com. AUVIS Studios, 70 Glen St., Glen Cove.
Theater and music
annie get your gun, A musical tribute to the days of the Wild West, Friday and Saturday, June 11-12, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 13, 3 p.m. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
A little night music, Stephen Sondheim's witty musical, Friday and Saturday, June 11-12, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 13, 2 p.m. Presented by Hofstra USA Productions. Monroe Lecture Center Theater, Hofstra University, Hempstead. 463-6644.
Chess,Tim Rice's romantic triangle involving an American chess champion, his Russian opponent, and a Hungarian-born American woman, Friday and Saturday, June 11-12, 8 p.m., Sunday, June 13, 3 p.m. Also Wednesdays. Cultural Arts Playhouse, 714 Old Bethpage Rd., Old Bethpage. 694-3330.
misery,An adaptation of Stephen King's gripping thriller, ending this weekend, Friday and Saturday, June 11-12, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 13, 3 and 7 p.m. $16 and $18 (Saturdays). BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
Murder in mind, Terence Feeley's drama about a woman and three "strangers" who claim to be her husband, cousin and sister, Friday and Saturday, June 11-12, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 13, 3 p.m. Also Thursdays. $16 Thursday, $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Route 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
Office Hours, Norm Foster's comedy about five different offices on a Friday afternoon, Friday, June 11, 8 p.m.; Saturday,June 12, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 13, 2 p.m. Presented by Hofstra University's Gray Wig repertory group. $18, $16 seniors, $12 students and children. Hofstra University's West End Theatre, Hempstead. 463-6644.
a touch of elvis, Relive The King starring Steve Mitchell, with comedian Jack Fontana, Sunday, June 13, 3 p.m. $12.50. The Bellmore Movie Theater, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore 783-3199.
Balanchine centennial celebration, Review the celebrated choreographer's life and works, with Frank Ohman, former NYC Ballet soloist, now director of the Ohman School of Ballet, and his troupe, Sunday, June 13, 2:30 p.m. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Family
basically bluebirds, Discover fascinating facts about New York's state bird, Saturday, June 12, 10 a.m.-noon. $8, $5 members. Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center's Hoffman Center, 6000 Rte. 25A, Muttontown. 922-3200.
Mitch Axelrod reads "little Billy and baseball bob," Meet the author who will read from his book and answer questions about baseball and writing for children, Saturday, June 12, 1 and 3 p.m. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave. Garden City. 224-8500.
frog prince, An original production by Theater Workshop Entertainment, ending this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, June 12-13, 1 p.m. Fantasy Live Theater, 48 Atlantic Ave., Lynbrook. 599-1982.
Little Red Riding Hood, A new production of the favorite tale, Saturday, June 12, 2 p.m. BroadHollow Theatre Company's BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
Winnie the pooh, Enjoy a fun-filled adventure in the Hundred Acre Wood with Pooh and his friends, Saturday, June 5, 2 p.m. BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
the wonderful wizard of oz, A puppet version of the beloved tale, Saturday and Sunday, June 5-6, 2 p.m. BroadHollow Theatre Company's BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
