Nearby things to do this week in Malverne, West Hempstead

Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra
After a decade-long hiatus away from the village, the Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra is set to return to Chester A. Reese Veterans Memorial Park in Malverne on Sunday, August 4, at 3 p.m. Their performance will feature guest vocalists Timothy Conway and Melanie Lipton, and the orchestra will play hits from several artists and acts. The rain date is Aug. 11. Info: (516) 599-1200.

Monday Matinee Movie
The Malverne Public Library will feature an action thriller in this edition of the Monday Matinee Movie on Monday, August 5, from 2 to 3:40 p.m. This week’s film “Searching,” is a thriller about a father who frantically searches for his 16-year-old daughter. Starring John Cho and Debra Messing. Rated PG-13; English subtitles; 101 mins. Info: (516) 599-0750.

Arts and crafts at Lakeview Library
Express your creativity at the Lakeview Library on Wednesday, August 7, from 12 to 1 p.m. Decorate rocks to hide in the library or take home. For children in grades six and under. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Please register in advance for all programs by calling or visiting the library. Info: (516) 536-3071.

Historic “Base Ball” Tournament
Experience baseball’s glorious past when vintage Old Time Base ball clubs from throughout the northeast play Old Bethpage Village’s teams, on the grounds of Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 3-4, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Teams will compete during the two days of friendly matches, played with 19th century rules, uniforms and equipment. Info: (516) 572-8400.

Come out to play
Long Island Children’s Museum’s popular outdoor exhibit, “Our Backyard,” has reopened for the season, on Museum Row in Garden City, daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Everyone will enjoy exploring the sensory garden experimenting with the properties of water. The interactive garden is a great place to let loose, have fun, and explore the natural world. Info: (516) 224-5800 or www.licm.org.