What's happening on Long Island this weekend

Exhibits and more...

Ansel Adams: Sight and Feeling
An exhibition of Adams’ photographs that demonstrates how his intuitive and emotional response to the landscape resulted in powerful and enduring photographs. Through March 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Christmas Memories: The Art of James Lewicki

An exhibition of James Lewicki’s treasured Christmas scenes in pencil, tempera and oil. Through Dec. 21. Molloy College Art Gallery, Kellenberg Hall, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 323-3196 or www.molloy.edu/art gallery.
Light Works: 100 Years of Photos
A survey of photography processes and subjects from 1873 to 2000, ranging from Eadweard Muybridge’s 19th-century photographic studies of animal locomotion to Richard Misrach’s contemporary chromogenic prints. Through March 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Political Slant II: Editorial Cartoons
An original exhibition featuring works by Thomas Nast for historical context, along with works by award-winning editorial cartoonists Matt Davies, Walt Handelsman, Mike Keefe, Steve Kelley, and Signe Wilkinson. These cartoons offer commentary on the current national election process, candidates, and key issues. Through March 12. Hofstra University’s David Filderman Gallery, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672 or www.hofstra.edu/museum.
Afternoon Movie
See “Star Trek Beyond,” the latest installment of the sci fi franchise, Friday, Dec. 16, 2:30 p.m.; also “Jason Bourne,” the fifth installment of the action film series, Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
At the Movies
See “Barbershop 3: The Next Cut,” the third installment of the comedy series about a Chicago barbershop, Friday, Dec. 16, 2 p.m. Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave., Baldwin. 223-6228.
Friday Flick
See “The Meddler,” a comedy about an aging New York City widow who follows her daughter to Los Angeles in hopes of starting a new life, Friday, Dec. 16, 1 p.m. Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream. 825-6422.
Movie Time
See the holiday classic “It’s a Wonderful Life,” Friday, Dec. 16, 2 p.m.; also “Indignation,” the adaptation of Philip Roth’s novel about a young Jewish man who comes of age in a WASP-y college, Sunday, Dec. 19, 1:30 p.m.; “Fathers and Daughters,” a drama that focuses on a novelist struggling with stress and parenthood, Wednesday, Dec. 21, 1:30 p.m. Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave., Oceanside. 766-2360.
Tricia’s Flicks
See “Bridget Jones’s Baby,” the newest addition to the romantic comedy adventures of the world’s favorite singleton, Friday, Dec, 16, 2 p.m. Rockville Centre Public Library, 221 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. 766-6257.
Film Screening
See the documentary “Stryker’s America: Photographing the Great Depression,” which tells the story of how Roy E. Stryker, a low-level federal bureaucrat, managed a massive New Deal project to document the Great Depression, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 16-17-10, 12, 1 and 3 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 18, 12 p.m.; also Tuesday through Thursday, Dec. 20-21, 12, 1 and 3 p.m. Free with museum admission. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
On Screen
See “Romeo & Juliet,” Franco Zeffirelli’s acclaimed version of the classic love story, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2 p.m. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Film Time
See “Spy,” the action comedy about a deskbound CIA operative forced into active service, with Melissa McCarthy, Monday, Dec. 19, 1 and 7 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Mikhail Baryshnikov: Portrait of the Artist
A multimedia lecture with Marilyn Carminio, Tuesday, Dec. 20, 11 a.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Movie Matinee
See “Demolition,” a drama about the struggles of a successful investment banker who loses his wife in a tragic car crash, Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2:30 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
Film Showing
Watch the 1940 classic “The Shop Around the Corner,” starring Margaret Sullavan and James Stewart, Thursday, Dec. 22, 2 p.m. Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. 488-3444.

Theater/Music

Mary Poppins
The charming musical, based on the classic Disney film, Thursday and Friday, Dec. 15-16, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 17, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 18, 2 and 7 p.m.; Tuesday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Dec. 21, 8 p.m. $76 and $71. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900.
Ann Fisher and the Songbook Ensemble
Anne Fisher and her ensemble perform a spirited holiday concert, Friday, Dec. 16, 12:30 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
The Dumb Waiter
A Script-In-Hand Theatre production of Harold Pinter’s acclaimed one-act comedy Friday, Dec. 16, 7 p.m. Tickets required. Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave., Oceanside. 766-2360.
A Celtic Tenors Christmas
The popular trio in concert, Friday, Dec. 16, 8 p.m. $45 and $40. Adelphi University Performing Arts Center, 1 South Ave., Garden City. 877-4000 or www.aupac.adelphi.edu.
The Nerd
A comedy that centers on the dilemma of a young architect visited by a fellow ex-GI who shows up unexpectdly at his apartment, Friday and Saturday, Dec. 16-17, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 18, 3 p.m. $22, $20 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Hangin’ for the Holidays
The Something Special Big Band in concert, featuring vocalist Barbara Fairfax, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Home for the Holidays
A holiday-themed Radio City Music Hall-inspired musical revue, featuring Broadway performers and Molloy students, Saturday, Dec. 17, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 18, 3 p.m. $25-$45. Madison Theatre, Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre. 323-4444 or www.madisontheatreny.org.
Oceanside Chorale
The Chorale performs its annual holiday concert, “A Musical Gift” Saturday, Dec. 17, 8 p.m. Program includes Christmas and Hanukkah medleys, “Polar Express,” and a Tony Bennett tribute. Fulton Avenue School, 3252 Fulton Ave., Oceanside. $10. 764-2787 or www.OceansideSings.com.
Paul Anka
The iconic singer in concert, Saturday, Dec. 17, 8 p.m. $99.50 and $69.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Cherish the Ladies
The popular Irish-American ensemble in concert, with “A Celtic Christmas,” Sunday, Dec. 18, 7 p.m. $45, $40 and $35. Jeanne Rimsky Theater at Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington. 767-6444 or www.landmarkonmainstreet.org.
Christmas with The Nassau Pops
The orchestra performs with the Mineola Choral Society and guest vocalists, Sunday, Dec. 18, 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.
Holidays with the Senior Pops
The multi-generational orchestra in concert, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2 p.m. Program includes music from “Frozen” and other holiday favorites, with a special appearance by the Oceanside’s Dance Center’s dance team. $5 donation. Brookside School, 1260 Meadowbrook Rd., North Merrick. 414-1831 or www.seniorpops.org.
Naomi Zeitlin
The vocalist presents “Holiday Mix,” a festive program of holiday songs and other popular tunes, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.

Family

Madeline’s Christmas
Enjoy the adventures of the ever-spunky Madeline, in a holiday musical adapted from Ludwig Bemelman’s captivating books, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Saturday, Dec. 17, 11 a.m.; Sunday, Dec. 18, 12 p.m. $12. The Show Place, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.
Holiday Wonderland
Celebrate the season with special friends, Saturday, Dec. 17, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Elves, along with Santa’s princess friends Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, Snow White, and Elsa. $12. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400 or www.merrick-theatre.com.
Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights
The kindie rocker and her band perform a holiday-themed concert, Saturday, Dec. 17, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Program includes original and classic holiday songs. $9 with museum admission ($7 members), $12 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Madagascar
The zoo leaps onto the stage, based on the animated film, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2 p.m. $12. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400 or www.merrick-theatre.com.
A Charlie Brown Christmas
The holiday classic featuring the Peanuts gang, Sunday, Dec. 18, 3 p.m. $25 and $20. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
The Gizmo Guys
The comedy juggle performs, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2 p.m. West Hempstead Public Library, 500 Hempstead Ave., West Hempstead. 481-6591.
Red Riding Hood
An innovative musical that offers an interactive version of the classic fairy tale, Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 20-21, 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. $9 with museum admission ($7 members), $12 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.