Stepping Out

What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Weekly calendar of exhibits, theater, music, and more

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Africa: Sub-Saharan Diversity
Drawn exclusively from the Hofstra University Museum’s collections, this exhibition explores the rich diversity of 25 ethnic cultures across West and Central Africa. Themes of protection, prestige, and masquerade are illustrated through selected masks, weapons, sculptures, jewelry, and textiles. Through Aug. 12. Hofstra University’s Emily Lowe Gallery, Emily Lowe Hall, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672 or www.hofstra.edu/museum.
In Print

An exhibit that focuses on printmaking processes such as relief (woodblock, woodcut, linocut) intaglio (engraving, etching, mezzotint, aquatint), planographic (lithograph, monotype) and stencil (screenprint, pochoir) prints. Drawn from Hofstra University Museum’s collections and dating from the late 16th to the 21st century, featured artists include Romare Bearden, Albrecht Durer, Francisco de Goya y Lucientes, Andy Warhol, Max Weber, and James McNeill Whistler. Through Sept. 18. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Kenny Scharf
An exhibit devoted to the works of the muralist-painter-installation artist. Highlights include the expansive mural Pop Renaissance, a version of the artist’s Cosmic Cavern and a recreation of his former Brooklyn studio. Through July 10. Nass au County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Master of Illusion: The Magical Art of Gary Erbe
The exhibition traces the artist’s career from his early trompe l’oeil works to his more recent paintings that combine trompe l’oeil realism with modernist tendencies, inspired by popular culture. Through Aug. 28. Heckscher Museum of Art, Main St. and Prime Ave., Huntington. (631) 351-3250 or www.heckscher.org.
Mysteries of Bats
Tackapausha Museum and Preserve’s exhibit examines varied species of bats, featuring a live family of Egyptian Fruit Bats who fly and “hang out” in the museum’s nocturnal area. Other installations include displays about Long Island’s ecology and interactive activities. Tackapausha Museum and Preserve, Washington Ave. (between Merrick Rd. and Sunrise Hwy.), Seaford. 571-7443.
Afternoon Movie
See “Hail Caesar!,” the Coen brothers’ homage to Hollywood of yesteryear, starring George Clooney and Josh Brolin, Friday, June 17, 2:30 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Friday Flick
See “Room,” the acclaimed thriller that shares the story of a young woman who has been held in captivity in a small shed for years who tries to make as normal a life as she can for her young son, Friday, June 17, 1 p.m. Registration requested. Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream. 825-6422.
Movie Matinee
See “Creed,” the spinoff-sequel to the “Rocky” series, Friday, June 17, 2 p.m. Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin. 223-6228.
Movie Showing
See “The Bride Came C.O.D.,” the classic 1941 Warner Bros. screwball romantic comedy, starring James Cagney and Bette Davis, Friday, June 17, 1:30 p.m.; also “Concussion,” a dramatic thriller based the true story of forensic neuropathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu, who made the first discovery of football-related brain trauma in a pro player and fought for the truth to be known, Monday, June 20, 1:30 and 7 p.m. Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave., Oceanside. 766-2360.
Monday Matinee
See “Serena,” a melodrama set in 1930s North Carolina, starring Jennifer Lawrence and Bradley Cooper, Monday, June 20, 2 p.m. Malverne Public Library, 61 St. Thomas Place, Malverne. 599-0750.
At the Movies
See “The Big Short,” the comedy-drama based on Michael Lewis’ non-fiction 2010 book about the 2007–2008 financial crisis triggered by the housing market collapse, Wednesday, June 22, 1 and 7 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
On Screen
See “Trumbo,” the biopic of screenwriter Dalton Trumbo, one of the “Hollywood Ten” blacklisted for refusing to cooperate with Congress’ anti-Communist witch hunt during the Cold War, Wednesday, June 22, 2 p.sm. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Art Talk
Examine “The Wrath of the Gods: Masterpieces by Rubens, Michelangelo & Titian,” with Professor Thomas Germano, Thursday, June 23, 1 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Film Showing
See the classic wartime adventure “To Have and Have Not,” Thursday, June 23, 2 p.m. Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. 488-3444.

Theater/Music

Thoroughly Modern Millie
The high spirited musical romp, with the award-winning score, Thursday, June 16, 2 and 8 p.m.; Friday, June 17, 8 p.m.; Saturday, June 18, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, June 22, 8 p.m. $69. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900
Rumors
A Script-In-Hand Theatre production of Neil Simon’s murderous farce, Friday, June 17, 7 p.m. Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave., Oceanside. 766-2360
South Pacific
The classic musical with Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved score, Friday and Saturday, June 17-18, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 19, 3 p.m. $21, $18 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Bingo Night
Participate in a public bingo game, Saturday, June 18, 4-7 p.m. Lakeside Theatre, Eisenhower Park, East Meadow. Visit www.BingoLI.com for more information.
Happy Together Tour
The Turtles featuring Flo and Eddie, perform ‘60s favorites, Saturday, June 18, 8 p.m. With Three Dog Night’s Chuck Negron, Paul Revere & The Raiders’ Mark Lindsay, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, The Cowsills and The Spencer Davis Group. $84.50 and $49.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Boyz II Men
The R&B icons in concert, Sunday, June 19, 8 p.m. $99.50, $69.50 and $49.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Sondheim on Sondeim
A musical revue highlighting the famed composer’s personal life and artistic process, Saturday, June 25, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 26, 2:30 p.m.; Wednesday, June 29, 2 p.m. $23, $21 seniors, $19 students, $15 youth 12 and under; $28 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.

Family

Terrific Ties Workshop
Create a Father’s Day tribute for dad, Saturday, June 18, 2-4 p.m. Decorate a “tie” with markers and foam letters for dad to wear. Free with museum admission. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
The Jungle Book Kids
Journey deep in the jungle, with Mowgli the man-cub, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Saturday, June 18, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. $12 ($10 Long Island Children’s Museum members). Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 599-6870 or www. plazatheatrical.com.
The Little Mermaid
The enchanting tale of Ariel who dreams of the world above, Saturday, June 18, 2 p.m. $10. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Geology Day
Explore “New York Before History,” Saturday, June 18, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. With rock and mineral identification, stream table demonstrations, an outdoor geology walk, and geology crafts. $5. Garvies Point Museum & Preserve, 50 Barry Drive, Glen Cove. 571-8010.
Wild History of Nature
Examine animals ranging from primitive to fox, including insects, anthropods and wildlife, Saturday, June 18, 1-3 p.m. $5. Tackapausha Museum and Preserve, Washington Ave. (between Merrick Rd. and Sunrise Hwy.), Seaford. 571-7443.
Daddy ‘n Me Rockets
Dads and kids can blast off at the annual Father’s Day program, Sunday, June 19, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. CSTL staff will guide participants in building a rocket and launching it. $25 per rocket. Registration required. Center for Science Teaching and Learning, Tanglewood Rd., Rockville Centre. 764-0045 or www.cstl.org.
Father’s Day Bird Walk
Look for bird varieties that Theodore Roosevelt identified on Father’s Day in 1910, Sunday, June 19, 9:30 a.m. With bird craft activity, 1-4 p.m. Sagamore Hill National Historic Site, 12 Sagamore Hill Rd., Oyster Bay. 922-4788 or www.nps.gov/sahi.