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. Nassau 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 “Father of the Bride: Part II,” the sequel to “Father of the Bride” and a loose remake of the 1951 film Father’s Little Dividend, with Steve Martin, Martin Short and Diane Keaton, Friday, July 8, 2:30 p.m.; also the coming-of-age romance “Summer of ‘42,” Tuesday, July 12, 2 p.m. Elmont Memorial Library Theater, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Friday Film
See “Everest,” the biographical adventure thriller, Friday, July 8. Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Rd., Merrick. 377-6112.
Friday Flick
See “Downton Abbey” Season 4 episodes 3-4, Friday, July 8, 1 p.m. Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, 60 Verona Place, Valley Stream. 825-6422.
At the Movies
See “The Danish Girl,” the romantic drama loosely inspired by the lives of Danish artists Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener, with Eddie Redmayne and Alicia Vikander, Monday, July 11, 1:30 and 7 p.m. Oceanside Library, 30 Davison Ave., Oceanside. 766-2360.
Film Time
See “Spotlight,” the story of how the Boston Globe uncovered the massive scandal of child molestation and cover-up within the local Catholic Archdiocese, Tuesday, July 12, 2:30 p.m. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
On Screen
See “45 Years,” a romantic thriller about a long, happy marriage in sudden crisis, Wednesday, July 13, 2 p.m. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
Art Talk
Examine “The Kimball Art Museum,” with art historian Vivian Gordon, Thursday, July 14, 1 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Film Showing
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, Thursday, July 14, 2 p.m. Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Rd., Franklin Square. 488-3444.

Theater/Music

Barometer Soup
An evening of Margaritaville at a Jimmy Buffet tribute, Thursday, July 7, 8 p.m. Rath Park, Franklin Square. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.
Lee Brice
The country singer-songwriter in concert, Thursday, July 7, 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.
Thoroughly Modern Millie
The high spirited musical romp, with the award-winning score, Thursday and Friday, July 7-8, 8 p.m.; Saturday, July 9, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 10, 2 p.m. $69. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900.
Disco Unlimited
The popular disco band performs, Friday, July 8, 8 p.m.; with Polish-American Night Concert, 6:30 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or 572-0223.
Romeo and Juliet
A modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s iconic tale of forbidden love, Friday, July 8, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 10, 7 p.m.; Wednesday, July 13, 8 p.m. $15. Arena Players, Vanderbilt Mansion Courtyard, Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
Almost Queen
The tribute band in concert, with an authentic “Queen experience,” Saturday, July 9, 8 p.m. $39.50, $29.50 and $24.50. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury. (800) 745-3000 or www.livenation.com.
Anything Goes
The classic Boy-Meets-Girl musical, featuring Cole Porter’s magical score, Saturday, July 9, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 10, 2:30 p.m.: Wednesday, July 13, 2 p.m. $25, $23 seniors, $19 students, $15 youth 12 and under, $28 at door. BroadHollow Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.
Sondheim on Sondeim
A musical revue highlighting the composer’s personal life and artistic process, Saturday, July 9, 8 p.m.; Sunday, July 10, 2:30 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.
All Shook Up
The Elvis Presley-inspired musical, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Sunday, July 10, 2 p.m. $28, $20 seniors. The Show Place at the Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.
All Shook Up
The Elvis Presley-inspired jukebox musical, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Monday, July 11, 8 p.m. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0200 or 572-0223.
Dance Aloha
The Polynesian dance troupe performs, Monday, July 11, 7 p.m. The interactive show includes dance instruction. Registration required. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
Atomic Mary
The band captures the memorable sounds of the ‘80s, Tuesday, July 12, 8 p.m. Averill Boulevard Park, Elmont. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.
Woodstock Revisited
The popular doo-wop group in concert, Tuesday, July 12, 7 p.m. Grant Park Patio, Hewlett.
The Fast Lane
The band performs an Eagles tribute, Wednesday, July 13, 8 p.m. Seamans Neck Park, Seaford. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.
Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra
The Nassau Pops in concert, with vocalists Jack and Ann Cassin, Wednesday, July 13, 8 p.m. Valley Stream Village Green Bandshell, Verona Place, Valley Stream. 565-0646 or www.nassaupops.com.
Picnic Pops
Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks in concert, with jazz from the 1920s and ‘30s, Wednesday, July 13, 7 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m. $12, kids 17 and under free with adult. Picnics encouraged. Old Westbury Gardens 71 Old Westbury Rd, Old Westbury, 338-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
Robin Greenstein
The singer-songwriter performs with Stuart Markus of Gathering Time, Thursday, July 14, 7 p.m. Program includes, folk, pop, sea chanteys, and original tunes. Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, Courtyard, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett. 374-1967.
FM
A Steely Dan tribute, with the lively band, Thursday, July 14, 8 p.m. Merrick Road Park, Merrick. 292-9000 ext.7382 or www.toh.li.

Family

Movie Night
See “The Peanuts Movie,” outdoors on Eisenhower Park’s big screen, Thursday, July 7, dusk. Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre, East Meadow. 572-0355.
Movie Showing
See “Bad News Bears,” a remake of the comedy about a grizzled Little League coach who attempts to turn his misfit team into champs, Monday, July 11, 6:30 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.
Great Tent Event
Junior naturalists enhance their outdoor skills, Saturday, July 9, noon. Learn basic map and compass navigation, compete in a scavanger race, identify risky plants, and more Forr ages 3-5. Free with admission. $12, $10 seniors, $5 ages 7-17. Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. (516) 338-0048 or www.oldwestburygardens.org.
Movie Matinee
See “Cars,” Disney Pixar’s computer animated sport comedy-adventure, Wedneday, July 13, 2 p.m. Rockville Centre Public Library, 221 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre. 766-6257.