THE BROKERAGE CLUB 2797 Bellmore Ave., Bellmore, 785-8655. Varied show schedule, including Improv Show, The Comedy Shop, Tony Powell, Derrick Eason, Matt Burke, Otto & George from the Howard Stern show, All My Children's Bianca and Maggie; acoustic concerts with Aztec Two-Step and John Hammond, 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.
EISENHOWER PARK, East Meadow, is a great place to bring the family on a sunny day. For more information call 572-0200.
GRANT PARK, Hewlett, has several different parks, and ice skating, for kids of all ages. For more information call 571-7821.
Newbridge Arena, Bellmore, offers year-round ice skating for the entire family. A great place for a birthday, the rink offers instruction at all levels of figure skating and hockey. Hockey programs include clinics and leagues for youth and adult. For more information call 783-6181.
The DeMatteis Pavilion ice skating rink at EAB plaza, Uniondale, is a great place for cold weather fun. The rink offers lessons at all levels, skate rental and snack bar. Group rates are available For more information call 683-0339.
Exhibits and more...
The Banjo: The people and sounds of America's folk instrument offers a unique reflection of American culture. More than 60 instruments are on view at The Long Island Museum, including early instruments rarely presented to the public. Also see related lithographs, photographs, books, sheet music, and fine art. Long Island Museum, Route 25A, Stony Brook. (631) 751-0066.
By The hand of JEAN COCTEAU is Hofstra Museum's latest exhibit. View ceramics, drawings and posters. Axinn Library, Hofstra University's South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
All That Glitters is an exhibit that highlights artists who are inspired by the traditional art of gilding. The paintings, sculptures and mixed-media works all use precious metals as a prominent feature. Artists in the show include Mary Boochever, Daniel Dueck, Max Gimblett, and Martin Carey Horowitz. Through Jan. 25. Islip Art Museum, 50 Irish Lane, East Islip. (631) 224-5402.
The power of Music: Works by William Sidney mount is on exhibit at The Long Island Museum, in the Art Museum Members Gallery. Seven of Long Island genre painter's William Sidney Mount's music related paintings and other artifacts are on display, through June. 1200 Rte. 25A, Stony Brook. (631) 751-0066.
Curatorial chat, Nassau County Museum of Art curator Franklin Hill Perrell conducts " Realism In Three Acts" Manet, Hopper, Pop & Photorealism," at a three part series, beginning Tuesday, Jan. 20, 4 p.m. $90 admission. Registration required. Nassau County Museum of Art, One Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9338 ext. 12.
Theater and music
"Another Evening of laughter," John Larocchia Comedy Productions presents a benefit for Mommas House, Inc., Thursday, Jan. 15, 7:30 p.m. (Showcase begins at 8:30 p.m.) $20. Brokerage Comedy Club, 2797 Bellmore Ave.,
Bellmore. 236-3922.
Annie, The beloved musical is ending this weekend, performed by Cultural Arts Playhouse, Friday, Jan. 16, 8:30 p.m; Saturday, Jan. 17, 4 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 18, 3 p.m. $20. 714 Old Bethpage Rd., Old Bethpage. 694-3330 or www.culturalartsplayhouse.com.
Beyond Therapy, Christopher Durang's outrageous comedy, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 16-17, 9 p.m; Sunday, Jan. 18, 3 p.m. $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
boy gets girl, Rebecca Gilman's probing drama about the dark side of relationships, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 16-17, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 18, 3 p.m.; also Thursday, Jan. 22, 8 p.m. $15 and $16 (Saturdays). BroadHollow Theatre Company's Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave, Lindenhurst. (631) 581-2700..
cat on a hot tin roof, Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Friday, Jan. 16, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 17-18. $18 and $20. 218 Knickerbocker Ave., Bohemia. (631) 589-7588.
The cocktail party, A story about modern life by T.S. Elliot, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 16-17, 8:30 p.m; Sunday, Jan. 18, 3 p.m. Also Thursdays. $16 Thursday, $18 Friday and Sunday, $22 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674.
i do! i do!, The witty story of married life from The Fantasticks team of Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt, presented by Hofstra USA Productions, Friday, Jan. 16, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 17, 2 and 8 p.m; Sunday, Jan. 18, 2 p.m. $23, $20 seniors. Emily and Jerry Spiegel Theater, Hofstra University, Hempstead. 463-6644.
the last five years, A contemporary musical look at modern romance from Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, performed by Hofstra University's Gray Wig, Friday, Jan. 16, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 17, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 18, 2 p.m. $24, $22 seniors, $12 students. Monroe Lecture Center Theater, Hofstra University, Hempstead. 463-6644.
My Way, A musical revue of 37 songs celebrating the mystique of Frank Sinatra and the music he made famous, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 16-17, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 18, 3 and 7 p.m. Also Wednesdays. $20 and $22 (Saturday). BroadHollow Theatre Company's Centre Stage, Molloy College, Rockville Centre. (631) 581-2700 or www.theatermania.com.
The Tale of the allergist's wife, Charles Busch's contemporary comedy, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 16-17, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 18, 3 and 7 p.m. $16 and $18 (Saturday). BroadHollow Theatre Company's BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700.
talley's folley, A reader's theater production of Lanford Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning romantic comedy, rescheduled to Saturday, Jan. 17, 2 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, Eldert St. and Carpenter Ave. 599-8630.
Family
The Adventures of Pinocchio, Puppets bring Pinocchio's story to life, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 17-18, 10:45 a.m., 1:45 p.m. and 4 p.m Long Island Puppet Theater, 10 Heitz Pl., Hicksville. 932-5469.
Beauty and the beast, The beloved tale is performed by Magic Curtain Players, Saturday, Jan. 17, 2 p.m.; and Sunday, Jan. 18, noon. The Stage, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Cinderella, Cinderella, her wicked stepmother and the rest of the gang can be seen in a BroadHollow Theatre Company production, Saturday, Jan. 17, noon and 2 p.m. $8. Studio Theatre, 141 S. Wellwood Ave., East Islip. (631) 481-2700.
frosty the snowman, Join Frosty and his friend Jenny as they try to save Chillsville from an evil plot to melt away all the snow, ending this weekend, Saturday, Jan. 17, 2 p.m. $8. BroadHollow Theatre Company's BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St. (631) 481-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Rapunzel, A new retelling of the timeless fairy tale, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 17-18, 1 p.m. $8. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 294 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. Also playing, Saturday, Jan. 10, 3 p.m., at the Carriage House Theatre, Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport. (631) 854-5550.
sleeping beauty, An original musical based on the classic fairy tale, performed by Theater Workshop Entertainment, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 10-11, 1 and 3:30 p.m. Long Island Cultural Arts Studio, 48 Atlantic Ave., Lynbrook. 599-1982.
Star gazing, See "A Trip To The Planets" and "Noon Of Wonder" and "Eclipse, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 10-11. $7 adults; $5 seniors and students; $4 under 12. Vanderbilt Museum and Planeterium, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport . (631) 854-5568.
"hear the organ!" concert, Colden Center's KidsClassics II series opens with a program of organ music by J.S. Bach, Purcell, Bernstein and Scarlatti, Sunday, Jan. 11, 3 p.m. Create instruments and meet the artists. Recommended for ages 5-10. $12. Colden Center for the Performing Arts, Queens College Campus, Flushing. (718) 793-8080.
