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.
Afternoon Movie
See “Race,” the biopic that charts Jesse Owen’s path to the 1936 Berlin Olympics, Friday, June 10, 2:30 p.m.; also “The Finest Hours,” the disaster thriller detailing a daring 1952 Coast Guard rescue off the New England seaboard, Tuesday, June 14, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Friday Flick
See “Carol,” the romantic drama about two women who boldly defy the stifling social conformity of 1950s New York, Friday, June 10, 1 p.m. Registration requested. Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream. 825-6422.
Film Time
See “American Sniper,” the biopic about Navy SEAL sharpshooter Chris Kyle, Friday, June 10. Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick. 377-6112.
Movie Matinee
See “Steve Jobs,” the biopic about the Apple co-founder, Friday, June 10, 2 p.m. Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin. 223-6228.
The Art of Fooling
A look at the history of magic, with master magician Alan Zola Kronzek, Friday, June 10, 12:30 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Tricia’s Flicks
See “Joy,” the drama about a single mom, loosely inspired by Joy Mangano, the inventor of the Miracle Mop, and her battle to bring it into the world, Friday, June 10, 2 p.m. Rockville Centre Public Library, 221 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. 766-6257.
Comedy Extravaganza
Mark Brier hosts an afternoon of stand-up comedy, Sunday, June 12, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Monday Matinee
See “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 13, 2 p.m. Malverne Public Library, 61 St. Thomas Place, Malverne. 599-0750.
Art Talk
Examine “Edgar Degas: A New Beauty,” with art historian Emily Kies Folpe, Tuesday, June 14, 1 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
At the Movies
See “The Revenant,” the epic historical survival western inspired by the experiences of frontiersman Hugh Glass in 1823, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Wednesday, June 15, 1 and 7 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
On Screen
See “Everest,” the biographical adventure-survival thriller, Wednesday, June 15, 2 p.m. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Film Showing
See “Furious 7,” the latest installment of the Fast and Furious series, Thursday, June 16, 2 p.m. Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. 488-3444.

Theater/Music

Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr.
The Fifth Dimension singers in concert, Thursday, June 9, 8 p.m. $74.50, $59.50, $49.50 and $39.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Thoroughly Modern Millie
The high spirited musical romp, with the award-winning score, Thursday, June 9, 2 and 8 p.m.; Friday, June 10, 8 p.m.; Saturday, June 11, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 12, 2 and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, June 15, 8 p.m. $69. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900
Johnny Mathis
The iconic crooner in concert, Friday June 10, 8 p.m. $59.50 and $49.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
South Pacific
The classic musical with Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved score, Friday and Saturday, June 10-11, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 12, 3 p.m. $21, $18 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Fools
Neil Simon’s comic fable set in an idyllic late 19th century Russian hamlet where the inhabitants are cursed with stupidity while an outsider arrives to break the curse, Saturday, June 11, 8 p.m.; Sunday, June 12, 2:30 p.m. $21, $19 seniors and students, $15 youth 12 and under; $25 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Long Island Bavarian Festival
Annual festival celebrating German culture, Saturday, June 11, 2-11 p.m.; Sunday, June 12, noon-9 p.m. With entertainment, Bavarian folk dancing, rides, games, authentic German food. Plattduetsche Park Restaurant and Biergarten, 1132 Hempstead Tpke., Franklin Square. 354-3131 or 848-3833.
Rebelution
The roots reggae band in concert, Saturday, June 11, 6:30 p.m. With The Green, J Boog, Stick Figure, Through the Roots, and DJ MacKle. $35. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800)745-3000 or
www.livenation.com.
Indian American Night
An evening of music and dance, the kickoff to the International Music Nights Concert Series, Sunday, June 12, 8 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or concertline, 572-0223 or www.nassaucountyny.gov.parks.
Steel Silk Band
The nine musicians and vocalists perform top hits through the decades, Sunday, June 12, 2 p.m. Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave., Oceanside. 766-2360.

Family

Happy as Clams: The Musical
A musical adventure set in Long Island’s Great South Bay, written and performed by Lena Pennino-Smith, Thursday, June 9, 10:45 a.m. and noon.$9 with museum admission ($7 members) $12 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Go Fly A Kite Workshop
Build a simple kite using easy-to-find materials, and then test them
outside to watch them float in the air, Saturday, June 11, 2-4 p.m. 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, and Sunday, June 11-12, 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 11, 2 p.m. $10. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
The Jester Jim Show
Jester Jim entertains with juggling and beatbox, Tuesday, June 14, 6:30 p.m. Tickets required. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.