Coming Attractions

kansas

Since their self-titled debut album in 1974, Kansas has been a huge success. Their million-selling gold single, "Dust in the Wind," continues to make them a legendary rock band. Hits such as "Carry On Wayward Son" and "Point of Know Return" have been playing regularly, on radio stations, for years and years. And Kansas is still going strong with their latest album "Always Never The Same," which features the London Symphony Orchestra. Come see them July 5, at 8 p.m.

Westbury Music Fair, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury. Tickets are $35; available through Ticketmaster: (631) 888-9000, at Westbury Music Fair's box office, and online at www.musicfair.com.

2002 stony brook film festival

From July 17 through the 27, Staller Center For The Arts proudly presents the 2002 Stony Brook Film Festival. They will be screening dozens of powerful and entertaining Independent features and short films. Over 40 films from the U.S. and abroad will premiere during the eleven-day festival.

Staller Center For The Arts, Stony Brook University. For more info call (631) 632-ARTS.

art exhibit

treasures from the smithsonian come to the Long Island Museum.This exhibit captures the brilliance of turn-of-the-century society. Works will be on view through July 14. For more info call (631) 751-0066.

Comedy

The Brokerage 2797 Bellmore Ave., Bellmore, (516) 785-8655. New Sunday and Thursday shows.

Governor's Comedy Cabaret and Restaurant, 90 Division Ave., Levittown, (516) 731-3358, www.govs.com.Thursdays: Comedian showcase w/host John Trueson at 8 p.m., $10 + 2 bev. min.

Steve Burton, who soap fans know as "General Hospital's" gorgeous Jason Morgan, will be performing at The Brokerage Comedy Club on Saturday, June 22. Tickets are going to go fast, so make your reservation today! 2797 Bellmore Avenue, Bellmore, (516) 785-8655.

bill cosby, comedy legend, will perform at Westbury Music Fair, August 9 at 8 p.m. Get your tickets now. Westbury Music Fair, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury. Tickets are $50, available through Ticketmaster: (631) 888-9000.

concerts

johnny mathis has garnered over 60 gold and platinum album awards since his arrival on the music scene in the mid-1950's. Now you can see him at Westbury Music Fair, June 20 and 21st. 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, (631) 888-9000. Tickets: $45.

dick fox's summer doo-wop extravaganza a very special evening of Doo-Wop. June 22, 7 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Westbury Music Fair, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury, (631) 888-9000. Tickets: $35.

Cher's farewell tour June 30 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $37.50 to $127.75. Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Tpke., Uniondale. For more info call (516) 794-9303.

Britney spears July 9, 7:30 p.m., Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Tpke., Uniondale. For more info call (516) 794-9303. Tickets: $42.25 to $78.

nassau pops symphony orchestra will perform an outdoor concert of the best in popular, big band and light classical music. Friday, July 5 at 8 p.m. Memorial Park, Mineola. For more info call (516) 565-0646.

kid stuff

The Nassau county fair June 13 - 23, at Nassau Coliseum. There will be something for everyone at this year's 11-day festival...free family entertainment, exhilarating rides, games of skill and chance, mouth-watering food, a petting zoo and barnyard animals. The fair opens at 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Noon, Saturday and Sunday. Admission is $7 (children 6 and under are free.)

sports

the mets make a difference June 20th is Breast Cancer Awareness Night at Shea Stadium. Come see the Mets play the Minnesota Twins and support Long Island's Breast Cancer Action Coalition. The game begins at 7:10 p.m. Tickets must be purchased by June 13; prices vary. For more info call (718) 507-7735.

pinnacle distance challenge will be held for all Nassau County golf enthusiasts. Qualifying rounds are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 15, with finals from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Competitors are limited to one entry per person and will hit three golf balls during the qualifying rounds. The top ten qualifiers will compete against Jason Zuback, a four time World Long Drive Champion. One of the lucky finalists will win a trip to the finals held in Nevada and compete in a head-to-head challenge against John Daly for a share in the $1,000,000 purse. Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. For more info call (516) 794-1875.

summer fun

Adventureland Over 28 rides and attractions including a log flume. Open weekends and holidays, Route 110. Farmingdale, Pay-One-Price: $19.95, under 48 inches: $15.95, call for more info (631) 694-6868.

Beaches are open! Lifeguards will be on duty weekends only, until Monday, June 17. Point Lookout's Beachfest 2002 will take place June 28, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Call (516) 292-9000 ext. 244 for more info.

learn to swim lessons are available at most town pools. Parents or guardians must accompany children under 10. Contact your local pool for more information.

grant park Broadway & Sheridan Avenues, Hewlett, (516) 571-7820. Roller skating sessions Saturdays, Sundays and holidays thru November 11 (weather permitting). 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. $2 for Nassau County residents. Skate rental: $3.

freeport recreation center 130 E. Merrick Rd., Freeport, 377-2310. Freeport residents: $4/session adult, $2/child. General admission: $6; Skate rental $2.

long beach ice arena 150 West Bay Drive, Long Beach, (516) 431-6500. Indoor rink. Skate rental, $3; Gen. admission $6.50; seniors/children under 12, $5.

newbridge arena 2600 Newbridge Road, Bellmore; Indoor rink. General admission: $6.

theater

checking out a comedy about an elderly man who is convinced that death will "ruin his life," and is determined to get it over with quickly. But before he does, he decides to have a "going-away" party. June 15 through June 30. Center Stage at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre. For more info call (631) 581-2700.

The Melody lingers on...the songs of Irving Berlin is Hofstra's USA Production's first production of the summer. The show runs weekends through Sunday, June 23, at Hofstra's Monroe Lecture Center Theater. Showtimes are 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $25, $23 for senior citizens. For more info call (516) 463-6644.

footloose the movie that defined the 80s has been made into a show with even more great music. See it live at Creative Ministries Performing Arts Center, Oakdale. (It's worth the drive.) The show runs from June 29 through July 27. For more info call (631) 218-2810.

forbidden broadway, Broadway like you've never seen it! See all your favorite shows lampooned in this hilarious parody of the Great White Way. June19 through July 7. Gateway Playhouse, Bellport (also worth the drive.) For more info call (631) 286-1133.

misc.

greenmen and gargoyles at Westbury Gardens. As potent emblems of our pagan past, gargoyles, satyrs, nymphs and greenmen represent a way of warding off evil and ensuring prosperity. Tour Westbury House with Patty Sullivan, for an in-depth look at how these beings are represented in the collection. June 22, Old Westbury Gardens, Old Westbury. For more info call (516) 333-0048.