THE BROKERAGE CLUB 2797 Bellmore Ave., Bellmore, 785-8655. Varied show schedule, including Improv Show, The Comedy Shop,Open Mike Night, Mike Eagan, J.J. Ramirez, Steve Marshall, folk singer Eric Anderson, and much more.
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.
ALWAYS FUN
Baldwin Skate PARK, Baldwin, offers state-of-the-art skating surfaces and modern 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.
belmont stakes fair, the first major fair of the season ends Sunday, May. 2. Over 100 amusement rides and attractions, magic acts, petting zoo, carnival games, and more. $7 admission. Belmont Park, Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. For further information, contact www.belmontfair.com.
Echo Park Indoor Pool
Complex, is a great place for year-round fun. A special lap swimming period is offered 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. South Shore Ladies Golf Club begins another fun season at Merrick Road Golf Course. 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 in the Northeast. Based on five years of fieldwork and documentation, the exhibit examines the world behind the supermarket shelves. Oral history is combined with photography by Drew Harty. There is a special section about Long Island's migrant workers. Long Island Museum, Route 25A, Stony Brook. (631) 751-0066.
Essence is the first member group exhibition of West End Visual Artists Guild. It opens Sunday, May 2, and runs through May 31. Foyer Art Gallery, South Nassau Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 228 South Ocean Ave., Freeport. 659-9129.
outdoor art fair and exhibit opening features artists from around the world, as well as Long Island. Ceramics, paintings, jewelry, and woodwork will be available for purchse, Saturday, May 1, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. The exhibit, "Unveiled," runs through May 23. LichtBlick Studios and Gallery, 73 Church St., Malverne. 561-5654.
Perfect pitch is an exhibit that examines the way in which contemporary artists make music an integral part of the creative process. Artists on view include Earle Brown, Kurt Coble, Joe Diebes, Randy Garber, and Germaine Keller.
Islip Art Museum, Brookwood Hall, 50 Irish La., East Islip. (631) 224-5402.
pres. lincoln's funeral procession in New York city and Over There! world war I and world war II posters and Artifacts are Hofstra Museum's historically-themed exhibits. View a unique collection of manuscripts, illustrations and art works, along with World War I and II posters and personal articles the soldiers carried with them. David Filderman Gallery and Emily Lowe Gallery, Hofstra University's South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
The power of Music: Works by William Sidney mount is on exhibit at the Art Museum Members Gallery of The Long Island Museum. Seven of Long Island genre painter's William Sidney Mount's music-related works and other artifacts are on display, through June. Rte. 25A, Stony Brook. (631) 751-0066.
Theater and music
room service, Allen Boretz and John Murray's zany "show biz" comedy is performed by Nassau Community College's Theatre and Dance Department, Thursday through Saturday, Apr. 29-May 1, 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 2, 3 p.m. $8. Nassau Community College, Mainstage Theatre, Garden City. 572-7676.
bedroom farce, Alan Ayckborn's funny look at a couple whose marriage is on the rocks, Friday and Saturday, Apr. 30-May 1, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, May 2, 3 p.m. Also Thursdays, $18 Thursday, Friday and Sunday; $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
fool for love, Sam Shepard's probing, yet sharply humorous study of love, hate and the dying myths of the Old West, opening this weekend, Friday and Saturday, Apr. 30-May 1, 9 p.m.; Sunday, May 2, 3 p.m. $18 and $22 (Saturday). Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Route 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
jesus christ superstar, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's groundbreaking rock opera, Friday through Sunday, Apr. 30-May 2. $18-20. Airport Playhouse, 218 Knickerbocker Ave., Bohemia. (631) 589-7588.
key for two, A delightful farce that "explodes into the happiest of frolics," Friday and Saturday, Apr. 30-May 1, 8 p.m.; Sunday, May 2, 3 p.m. $15 ($16 Saturdays). BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
"The lounge singers," Song stylist Ron Gartner presents a musical tribute to the "cool cats" of music, including Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack, Perry Como and Steve Lawrence, Saturday, May 1, 2 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, Eldert St. and Carpenter Ave. 599-8630.
night of song, The Molloy College Concert Choir performs at the 46th annual event, Saturday, May 1, 8 p.m. $10, $5 students, children and seniors. Molloy College, Hays Theater, Rockville Centre. 678-5000 ext. 6149.
Guarneri String quartet, The renowned ensemble plays works by Mozart, Kodaly and Schumann,Sunday, May 2, 2 p.m. $34. Colden Center for the Performing Arts, Queens College Campus, Flushing. (718) 793-8080.
Family
charlotte's web, A new version of E.B. White's enchanting story about the humble, radiant pig, Saturday, May 1, 2 p.m. BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700.
rumpelstiltskin, A new rendition of the age-old classic, Saturday and Sunday, May 1-2, 1 p.m. Arena Players Second Stage, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-06734.
Snow White, An original production by Theater Workshop Entertainment, Saturday and Sunday, May 1-2, 1 p.m. Fantasy Live Theater, 48 Atlantic Ave., Lynbrook. 599-1982.
Haitian Ritual Drumming demonstration, Master drummer Frisner Augustin and his ensemble perform ritual drumming as it's done in Haitian Vodou temples, part of LICM's family culture series, Saturday, May 1, 1 and 3 p.m. Also create a fabric and sequin Drapo (Haitian flag), 1-4 p.m. Long Island Children's Museum, 11 Davis Ave. Garden City. 224-8500.
