THE BROKERAGE CLUB 2797 Bellmore Ave., Bellmore, 785-8655. Varied show schedule, including Improv Show, The Comedy Shop, Open Mike Night, Danny Bevins, Jo Starr, Joe Moffa, $5 Comic Night, singer/songwriter Lucy Kaplansky, folk singer Chris Smither, and much more.
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...
coming up on the SEason: migrant farmworkers in the northeast traces the path of fruits and vegetables we eat and the lives of people who grow and harvest them. The exhibit examines the world behind the supermarket shelves. There is a special section about Long Island's migrant workers. Long Island Museum, Route 25A, Stony Brook. (631) 751-0066.
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.
The power of Music: Works by William Sidney mount is on exhibit at the Art Museum Members Gallery of The Long Island Museum. Long Island genre painter's William Sidney Mount's music-related works and other artifacts are on view, through June. Rte. 25A, Stony Brook. (631) 751-0066.
Scenic photography features the works of Alex Cerulli, opening, Wednesday, June 9, 6 p.m. Orchid Gallery, 45 Clinton Ave., Rockville Centre. 678-2943.
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 June 10 by email, 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 4-5, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 6, 3 p.m. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
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 4-5, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 6, 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 4, 8 p.m.; Saturday,June 5, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 6, 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.
45 seconds from broadway, Neil Simon's latest comedy, performed by LanternTheatre, Saturday, June 5, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 6, 2 p.m. $12. Brookside School, 1260 Meadowbrook Pkwy., North Merrick. 221-4485.
salute to the "great women of song," Song-stylist Bobbie Ruth pays tribute to those "bodacious babes of the bandstand," with her one-woman show, Saturday, June 5, 2 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, Eldert St. and Carpenter Ave., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
suffolk y chamber music ensemble, The unique woodwind and keyboard ensemble performs a diverse program ranging from Bach to Broadway, Saturday, June 5, 7 p.m. $15. Freeport United Methodist Church, 46 Pine St., Freeport. 546-2377.
Merrick chorale presents "music, Music, music," A lively selection of favorite melodies, old and new, Sunday, June 6, 3 p.m. Rambo Hall, Bellmore Presbyterian Church, Bellmore and Martin Aves., North Bellmore. 378-2285.
Family
constant wonder presents "Fun and games," Local favorites Connie and Alice combine music and games in an interactive performance, Saturday and Sunday, June 5-6, 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, Saturday and Sunday, June 5-6, 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 5, 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 pupet 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.
