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.
mother kelly's 490 Chestnut St., Cedarhurst, 295-5421. Comedy night, Friday, Sept. 17, 9 p.m., featuring Joseph Anthony of Comedy Central and HBO,with special guest, Kerri Louise. $20 per person, no drink minimum.
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.
"100 years of sports history" is an exhibit that highlights the region's most memorable sports achievements. See such memorabilia as an 1897 Belmont Racing Challenge Cup, photographs of New York Jets players practicing at Hofstra University, baseball cards, and more. Closes Sept. 17. David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axnin Library, Hofstra University, Hempstead. 463-5672.
"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.
Old Westbury Gardens "Talk and Tours" takes visitors on an in-depth tour of the famous walled garden, at "A Season In The Walled Garden: Early Autumn," Saturday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m.-noon. Join horticulturalist Kim Johnson for a tour of the garden through its growing season. Registration required. $20 fee, $15 members. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048.
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.
Theater and music
boston marriage, A comedy of manners by David Mamet, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 17-18, 9 p.m, Sunday, Sept. 19, 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.
pirates of penzance, The Gilbert & Sullivan operetta, Friday, Sept. 17, 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 18, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 19, 3 p.m. $22. Cultural Arts Playhouse, 714 Old Westbury Rd., Old Bethpage. 694-3330.
broadway bound, The final chapter of Neil Simon's acclaimed autobiographical trilogy, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 17-18, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 19, 3 and 7 p.m.; $16 and $18 Saturdays. BroadHollow Theatre Company's Bayway Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
She Loves Me, The heart-warming musical by the "Fiddler On The Roof" team of Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick, ending this weekend, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 17-18, 8 p.m; Sunday, Sept. 19, 2 p.m. $28, $25 seniors and non-Hofstra students, $12 children. The Gray Wig Alumni Repertory Theater, Hofstra University's John Cranford Adams Playhouse, Hempstead. 463-5251.
crimes of the heart, The Southern saga of three sisters, opening Saturday, Sept. 18, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 19, 3 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, opening this weekend, Saturday, Sept. 18, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 19, 3 and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Sept. 22, 2 and 8 p.m. $20 and $22 Saturdays. BroadHollow Theatre Company's Centre Stage, Molloy College, Rockville Centre. (631) 581-2700.
"whodunnit," Anthony Shaffer's play lovingly recreates detective stories, opening this weekend, Saturday, Sept. 18, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 19, 3 p.m. $16, $12 seniors and students for Friday and Sunday shows. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Ottmar Liebert With Luna Negra, The Nuevo Flamenco guitarist performs, Saturday, Sept. 18, 9 p.m. $37.50. Inter-Media Art Center, 370 New York Ave., Huntington.
(631) 549-2787.
the mersey beat band, The tribute band plays "Authentically Beatles," Sunday, Sept. 19, 2:30 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. (516) 239-3262.
Family
Aladdin, See Chinese theatre techniques used in a new version of the favorite tale, Saturday, Sept. 18, 2 p.m.; magic show at 1:30 p.m. $7. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Constant wonder presents "grandparents," A special program of stories and songs about the relationship between kids and their grandparents, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 18-19, 1 and 3 p.m. 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, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 18-19, 1 p.m. Fantasy Live Theater, 48 Atlantic Ave., Lynbrook. 599-1982.
popeye the sailor, The spinach-eating sailor stars in his own show, Saturday, Sept. 11, 2 p.m. $8. CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Hwy., Oakdale. (631) 218-2810.
Art workshop, A creative and fun afternoon for the family, Sunday, Sept. 12, noon-3 p.m. Activities include making paper bag puppets, clay sculpture, string marionettes, and a 20 foot mural. For ages 3 and up. Reservations required. $35, for a family of four, $25 members. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338.
