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 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 at LichtBlick Studios/Gallery. Barbara Rizzo, Jane Colgan and Michael Berman present spiritual aspects in art. Through July 24. 73 Church St., Malverne. 561-5654 or www.lichtblickstudios.com.
Theater and music
Chess, Tim Rice's romantic triangle involving an American chess champion, his Russian opponent, and a Hungarian-born American woman, Friday and Saturday, July 9-10, 8 p.m., Sunday, June 11, 3 p.m. Also Wednesdays. Cultural Arts Playhouse, 714 Old Bethpage Rd., Old Bethpage. 694-3330.
The Good Doctor, The Neil Simon comedy, based on Anton Chekhov short stories, Friday and Saturday, July 9-10, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, July 11, 3 p.m. Also Thursdays. $16 ($22 Saturdays). Arena Players Repertory Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
lion in winter, A witty 'tragicomedy' of royalty, love and war, Friday and Saturday, July 9-10, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 11, 3 p.m. $16 and $18 (Saturdays). BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
speed the plow, David Mamet's Hollywood satire, ending this weekend, Friday and Saturday, July 9-10, 9 p.m.; Sunday, July 11, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
The rocky horror show, The cult favorite, Saturday, July 10, midnight. $18. Cultural Arts Playhouse, 714 OId Bethpage Rd., Old Bethpage. 694-3330.
Jon Pitcow, The son of folk singer Jean Ritchie performs folk, bluegrass and country tunes, Sunday, July 11, 3 p.m. Under the West Porch Beech Tree (bring lawn chairs), Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048.
Dave Koz, An evening of jazz with Rick Braun, Jonathan Butler and Wayman Tisdale, Wednesday, July 14. Westbury Music Fair, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (631) 888-9000 or musicfair.com.
"Picnic Pops" Concert. The summer series kicks off with Peter Duchin & The Orchestra: A Centennial Tribute, in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the groundbreaking of Westbury House, Wednesday, July 14, 7 p.m.; guided garden tours and children's activities at 6 p.m. $10 adults. $9 seniors. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048.
Family
joseph and the amazing technicolor dreamcoat, Andrew Lloyd Weber and Tim Rice's musical spectacle, Friday, and Saturday, July 9-10, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 11, 3 p.m. $18 and $20 (Saturday). BroadHollow Theatre Company's BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
alice in wonderland, An original production by Theater Workshop Entertainment, Saturday and Sunday, July 10-11, 1 p.m. Fantasy Live Theater, 48 Atlantic Ave., Lynbrook. 599-1982.
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