What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Exhibits and more...

Doug Hilson: Urbanscapes
An original exhibition of recent works in painting and drawing by Doug Hilson, professor emeritus of fine arts at Hofstra. Imaginative large-scale, complex paintings with twisting perspectives reference the shapes and forms of the urban world. Through Dec. 11. Hofstra University’s Emily Lowe Gallery, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Enduring Images
An exhibition, drawn from Hofstra University Museum’s permanent collections focusing on the lasting record created by an artist’s visual responses to critical moments in time. Yonia Fain, a Holocaust survivor considered a “witness to history,” is represented, along with artists such as George Grosz, Käthe Kollwitz and Jacob Lawrence. Through Jan. 31. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Maxfield Parrish: Paintings and Prints from the National Museum of American Illustration
An exhibition of works by the American imagist, embodying the artist’s long career and extraordinary accomplishments. Original artworks as well as a large collection of vintage prints are included. Through Feb. 28. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Molloy College Alumni 60th Anniversary Exhibition
A showcase of works by Molloy College alumni from throughout the years. Paintings, drawings and prints, along with other media, are on view. Through Dec. 11. Kellenberg Art Gallery, Molloy College, Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 323-3196 or www.molloy.edu/artgallery.
Mysteries of Bats
An exhibit highlighting varied species of bats, featuring a live family of Egyptian Fruit Bats who fly and “hang out” in the museum’s nocturnal area. With displays about Long Island’s ecology and interactive activities. Tackapausha Museum and Preserve, Washington Ave. (between Merrick Rd. and Sunrise Hwy.), Seaford. 571-7443.
Seven Summers
An exhibit of photographer Nadia Sablin’s images, examining the daily lives of her elderly aunts in northwest Russia and their traditional Russian way of life. Through Dec. 22. Nassau Community College’s Firehouse Plaza Art Gallery, College Center Building, Garden City. 572-0619.
Afternoon Movie
See “The Man From U.N.C.L.E.,” the reboot of the classic ‘60s TV series, Friday, Dec. 11, 2:30 p.m.; also “Mr. Holmes,” a new twist on the world’s most famous detective, reimagining him as an elderly man living on a farm with his housekeeper and her young, inquisitive son, Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Friday Flick
See “Big Eyes,” a biographical drama based on the life of painter Margaret Keane Friday, Dec. 11, 1 p.m. Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream. 825-6422.
Imagine
Step back in time to the early 20th century as the “staff” of Westbury House prepares to entertain guests for the holiday season, Friday, Dec. 11, 7 p.m. $35. Registration required. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 333-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
Mr. M’s Movies
See “Mr. Holmes,” a look at the famous dectective as an aging man living on a farm with his housekeeper and her son, Friday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m. Rockville Centre Public Library, 221 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. 766-6257.
On Screen
See “Jurassic World,” the fourth installment of the movie series, Friday, Dec. 11, 2 p.m. Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin. 223-6228.
Rock Hall’s Festive Afternoon
A seasonal celebration highlighting Colonial-era holiday festivities, with entertainment and refreshments, Sunday, Dec. 13, 4-6 p.m. $10. Reservations required. Rock Hall Museum, 199 Broadway, Lawrence. 239-1157.
Art Talk
Examine “Antoine Watteau and French Art,” with art historian Emily Kies Folpe, Monday, Dec. 14, 1 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Film Showing
Watch “The Age of Adeline,” a romance fantasty about young women who ceases aging after a mysterious accident and keeps her secret for decades until she falls for a man who reconnects her with her past, Thursday, Dec. 17, 2 p.m. Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. 488-3444.

Theater/Music

Miracle On 34th Street
The endearing holiday classic, Thursday and Friday, Dec 10-11, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 12, 3 and 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13, 2 p.m. $75 Saturday evening, $69 all other performances. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
Adelphi Jazz Ensemble
The student band performs, Friday, Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m. Program includes original student compostions along with jazz classics. $20. Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. 877-4000 or www.aupac.adelphi.edu.
Barely Know Her
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Greetings
Comedy about a Catholic family whose son brings home an atheist Jewish fiancée on Christmas Eve, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 11-12, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 13, 3 p.m. $21, $18 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Bel Canto Chorale
The choir performs its holiday concert, Saturday, Dec. 12, 8 p.m. Program includes “The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace,” Messiah Christmas Suite and a medley of holiday favorites. $15, $12 students and seniors. Garden City Community Church, 245 Stewart Ave., Garden City. 705-0011 or www.belcantochoral.net.
Hofstra Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band
A seasonal concert of traditional and contemporary works, Saturday, Dec. 12, 8 p.m. $10, $8 seniors and students. Hofstra University’s John Cranford Adams Playhouse, Hempstead. 463-6644 or www.hofstratickets.com.
Squeeze
Frontmen Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook on tour, performing an acoustic version of their hits, Saturday, Dec. 12, 8 p.m. $99.50, $74.50, $65, $49.50. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington. (800) 745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com or www.paramountny.com.
Adelphi Chorus and Vocal Ensemble’s Holiday Celebration
The ensembles celebrate the season, Sunday, Dec. 13, 4 p.m. Program includes holiday favorites and choral masterworks, $20. Adelphi University’s Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. 877-4000 or www.aupac.adelphi.edu.
Christmas with The Nassau Pops
The orchestra performs its annual holiday concert, with the Mineola Choral Society, Sunday, Dec. 13, 3 p.m. A donation of an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots is requested. Chaminade High School. 340 Jackson Ave., Mineola. 565-0646 or www.npso.org.
Holiday Bells
The Long Island Resound handbell ensemble rings in the holidays, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2 p.m. West Hempstead Public Library, 500 Hempstead Ave., West Hempstead. 481-6591
The Klezmatics
The group performs “Happy Joyous Hanukkah,” Sunday, Dec. 13, 7 p.m. $42, $42 and $37. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. (516) 767-6444 or www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.
Adelphi Flute Ensemble
Student flutists in concert, Monday, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. Program includes Baroque works through classical masterpieces, along with contemporary compositions. Adelphi University’s Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. 877-4000 or www.aupac.adelphi.edu.
Afternoon of Cabaret
Singer-songwriter Lois Morton in concert, Thursday, Dec. 17, 1 p.m. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.

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