THE BROKERAGE CLUB 2797 Bellmore Ave., Bellmore, 785-8655. Varied show schedule, including Improv Show, The Comedy Shop, Open Mike Night, Steve Marshall, J.J. Ramirez, Quentin Heggs, $5 Comic Night, and much more.
billy brady's saloon/restaurant 677 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square, 485-2320. Entertainment weekly. No cover.
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.
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. For more information, call 379-3779.
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, 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...
Eye candy is a "surprised filled" exhibition of paintings, photographs, sculpture, and decorative arts by some of today's leading artists. The works use color, optical effects and decorative glamor. Through Oct. 31. Nassau County Museum of Art's Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
"Portraits" showcases the expressionist style works of South African artist Meyer Uranovsky. The portraits are done with acrylic and mixed media. Through Sept. 30. Adelphi University's Ruth S. Harley Center Gallery, 1 South Ave., Garden City. 877-4460.
the w.p.a. era: art across america traces the diverse creativity in American art during the Great Depression years. The exhibit features works by the era's major artists, including Reginald Marsh, Phillip Evergood, Ben Shahn, Raphael Soyer, Thomas Hart Benton, Mark Rothko, and Jackson Pollock, among others. Through Oct. 31. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337.
Exhbition opening reception: "Through The Seasons: Photography of Old Westbury Gardens"
is an opportunity to meet photographer James Large, Thursday, Sept. 23, 7 p.m. His photographs of the yearly cycle at Old Westbury Gardens are displayed at Westbury House, beginning Sept. 24. He will sign his wall calendar, "Through The Seasons." 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
Old Westbury Gardens "Talk and Tours" takes visitors on an in-depth tour of Westbury House to examine "Beautiful and Mysterious Porcelains of Westbury House," Sunday, Sept. 26, 1:30 p.m. Join docent Patricia Stippell as she relates the history and folklore of the beautiful decorative pieces found throughout the mansion. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
exhibtion tea and talk features a lecture by NCMA curator Franklin Hill Perell on a topic related to the current exhibit, "The W.P.A. Era: Art Across America," Monday, Sept. 27, 4-5 p.m. Reservations required. $25 fee, $20 members. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338.
Theater and music
boston marriage, A comedy of manners by David Mamet, ending this weekend, Saturday, Sept. 25, 9 p.m, Sunday, Sept. 26, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturdays. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
broadway bound, The final chapter of Neil Simon's acclaimed autobiographical trilogy, Saturday, Sept. 25, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 26, 3 and 7 p.m.; Thursday, Sept. 30, 8 p.m. $16 and $18 Saturdays. BroadHollow Theatre Company's Bayway Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
crimes of the heart, The Southern saga of three sisters, Saturday, Sept. 25, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 26, 3 p.m.; Thursday, Sept. 30, 8 p.m. $16 and $18 Saturdays. BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
Death of a salesman, Arthur Miller's masterpiece, Saturday, Sept. 25, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 26, 3 and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Sept. 29, 8 p.m. $20 and $22 Saturdays. BroadHollow Theatre Company's Centre Stage, Molloy College, Rockville Centre. (631) 581-2700.
pirates of penzance, The Gilbert & Sullivan operetta, Friday, Sept. 24, 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 25, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 26, 3 p.m. $22. Cultural Arts Playhouse, 714 Old Westbury Rd., Old Bethpage. 694-3330.
"whodunnit," Anthony Shaffer's play lovingly recreates detective stories, Saturday, Sept. 25, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 26, 3 p.m. $16, $12 seniors and students for Friday and Sunday shows. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
The Dells, Millie jackson, the manhattans, and harold melvin's blue notes, In concert, Saturday, Sept. 25. Westbury Music Fair, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (631) 888-9000.
Violin concert, Hear Alex Weill, accompanied by pianist Eduard Laurel, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2:30 p.m. Wine and cheese reception follows performance. $15. Ethical Humanist Society, 38 Old Country Rd., Garden City. 741-7304.
Family
The Little Mermaid: It's a Whole New World, See puppets tell the tale of The Little Mermaid, then take a tour and learn about puppeteering, Friday, Sept. 24, 4:45 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 25, 10:45 a.m., 1:45 and 4 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 26, 10:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. Also Wednesdays, 10:45 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. $10. Long Island Puppet Theatre and Museum, 10 Heitz Pl., Hicksville. (516) 932-5469 or www.lipuppet.com.
Aladdin, See Chinese theatre techniques used in a new version of the favorite tale, Saturday, Sept. 26, 2 p.m.; magic show at 1:30 p.m. $7. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Justin roberts presents "you Write the stage," An activity for grandparents to enjoy with their grandchildren as they learn about the songwriting process, Saturday, Sept. 25, 11 a.m. workshop; 1 and 3 p.m. performances. Create songs at the workshop then hear them performed later in the day. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Peter Pan, An original musical fantasy by Barbara Schaap, Sunday, Sept. 26, 1 p.m. Fantasy Live Theater, 48 Atlantic Ave., Lynbrook. 599-1982.
Young Musicians concert, Some of the region's best music students perform at Old Westbury Gardens, Sunday, Sept. 26, 3 p.m. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
