Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more...

75 Stories For 75 Years
An exhibit celebrating Hofstra University's 75th anniversary, drawn from the University Archives collection which focuses on the history of the University. Through the use of photographs, original documents, memorabilia and objects, the exhibition tells 75 stories from Hofstra's past, including: the stories of William and Kate Hofstra, the University Presidents; and events relating to students, faculty and staff. Through Feb. 4. Hofstra University's David Filderman Gallery, 9th floor, Joan and Donald E. Axinn Library, South Campus, Hempstead. 463-5672.
Displaced Persons Camps: Rebuilding Culture And Community In The Aftermath Of World War II
Albums, memories and reflections of former displaced persons are displayed in this exhibit, written and curated by Lillian Gewirtzman and produced by Marilyn Rabetz. Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County, 100 Crescent Beach Rd., Glen Cove. 571-8040 ext. 100 or www.holocaust-nassau.org.

“For Us The Living” – The Civil War In Paintings
The drama of the Civil War is portrayed in an exhibit of paintings by Mort Künstler, considered to be the leading contemporary painter of Civil War scenes. Approximately 50 paintings and a selection of documentary objects are on view. Through Jan. 9. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Photos To Be Saved By The Fire
A group exhibition of Long Island Center of Photography members’ photographs. Members were prompted to imagine that their works is endangered in a fire and they only have enough time to rescue one image. Through Jan. 31. Freeport Memorial Library, 144 W. Merrick Rd., Freeport. (718) 343-6797.
2D/3D: Paintings By Keith Mayerson, Sculpture By Kent Henrickson
This exhibit features painter Keith Mayerson and sculptor Kent Henrickson. Through Jan. 9. Nassau County Museum of Art, Contemporary Gallery, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. 484-9337 or www.nassaumuseum.org.
Bird Banding
Join Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center volunteers and naturalists to learn about the process of bird banding, Saturday, Jan. 8, 9 a.m. Enjoy a light breakfast and help with release of wild birds. Ages 12 and up welcome. $5. Reservations required. Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center, 134 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay. 922-3200 or email trsac@audubon.org.
Film Screening
See "Jackie Robinson: My Story," depicting a first-hand account of the challenges and triumphs of the legendary athlete, a Best Picture winner at the 2010 Long Island International Film Expo, Saturday, Jan. 8, 4 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 9, 2 p.m. Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont. 354-5280.
Film Showing
View "Everlasting Moments," a harrowing tale of a woman liberated by art based on a true story, Monday, Jan. 10, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Peninsula Public Library, 280 Central Ave., Lawrence. 239-3262.

Theater/ Music

The Sound Of Music
The Rodgers and Hammerstein classic, Thursday and Friday, Jan. 6-7, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 8, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 9, 2 and 7 p.m.; Wednesday, Jan. 13, 8 p.m. $60. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport.
(631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
All Aboard The Marriage Hearse
Comedy about a twenty-something Catholic/Jewish Manhattan couple discussing marriage, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 7-8, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 9, 3 p.m. $20 Friday and Sunday, $25 Saturday. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
Martha Trachtenberg And Tom Griffith
The popular duo performs original alternative acoustic music, with singer-songwriter Josh Joffen, Friday, Jan. 7, 8:30 p.m. (with open mic at 7:30 p.m.) $15 in advance, $17 at door. Garden Stage at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Central Nassau, 223 Stewart Ave., Garden City. 248-8891 or www.gardenstage.com.
Move Over Mrs. Markham
Ray Cooney and John Chapman's British sex farce involving a tangled web of mistaken identities and titillating situations, Friday and Saturday, Jan. 7-8, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 9, 3 p.m. $20 Friday and Sunday, $25 Saturday. Arena Players Main Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or
www.arenaplayers.org.
Brighton Beach Memoirs
Neil Simon's classic comedy, Saturday, Jan. 8, 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 9, 3 p.m. $20, $16 students and seniors Friday and Sunday. Merrick Theatre & Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Paul Joseph Quartet
The ensemble presents "Richard Rodgers Jazz," Saturday, Jan. 8, 2 p.m. Hear Richard Rogers classics, including "If I Loved You," "Bewitched," "My Funny Valentine," and more. Lynbrook Public Library, 56 Eldert St., Lynbrook. 599-8630.
Second Stage Improv Comedy
The Second Stage Improv Comedy troupe performs routines with scripts, with audience input, Saturday, Jan. 8, 10:30 p.m. $12. Arena Players Second Stage Theatre, 296 Rte. 109, East Farmingdale. 293-0674 or www.arenaplayers.org.
12 Angry Men
The gripping drama about a diverse group of all-male jurors, Saturday, Jan. 8, 8 p.m.; Sunday, Jan. 9, 2:30 p.m. $18, $16 seniors and students, $14 youths 12 and under. BroadHollow Theatre, BayWay Arts Center, 265 E. Main St., East Islip. (631) 581-2700 or www.broadhollow.org.

Family

Beauty And The Best
The beloved tale about the adventures of the brainy and beautiful Belle, presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions, Saturday, Jan. 8, 11 a.m. $10. The Show Place, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. 599-6870 or www.plazatheatrical.com.
A Day On The Bay
Meet 10 local folk artists whose ties to the maritime industry go back generations, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 8-9, 12:30-4 p.m. Use authentic tools to carve a decoy, cast a net and learn how to bag and tag clams. Free with museum admission. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Frosty The Snowman
Frosty and his friend Jenny must save Chillsville from an evil plan to melt all the snow, Saturday, Jan. 8, 11 a.m.; Sunday, Sunday, Jan. 9, 10 a.m. $15. John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport. (631) 261-2900 or www.engemantheater.com.
Peanuts
Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the gang come to life on stage, Saturday, Jan. 8, 2 p.m. $10. Merrick Theatre and Center for the Arts, 2222 Hewlett Ave., Merrick. 868-6400.
Rick Huddle
The storyteller/performer combines improv, storytelling and music in his one-man variety show, Saturday, Jan. 8, 2 p.m. $4 with museum admission ($3 members), $8 theater only. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.
Animal Tales
Listen to engaging stories of adventure, animals at play and wonders of nature, Sunday, Jan. 9, 12:30 p.m. Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center, 134 Cove Rd., Oyster Bay. 922-3200 or email trsac@audubon.org.
Water Film Festival
See a mix of innovative films that relate to water and its importance to the region and everyday lives, Sunday, Jan. 9 1 and 3 p.m. Free with museum admission. Long Island Children’s Museum, Museum Row, Museum Row, Garden City. 224-5800 or www.licm.org.

Notices

Cast Call
The Freeport Theatre Guild is casting for "Dark Night of Destiny," an original one-act play by Daniel Donovan. The one-set drama-comedy has two male characters, the main character is approximately 65, although he may look younger. Actors interested in auditioning should write to the director, Tom Booth, c/o The Freeport Theatre Guild, 52 Grant St., Freeport 11520. Include a photo and resume, if available, and be sure to include a phone number.