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Al Jolson Festival: Remembering 'The World's Greatest Entertainer'

Fans of “The World's Greatest Entertainer” as he was known, can enjoy Al Jolson’s music and memories when the Long Island Al Jolson Festival presents its annual celebration of the entertainer and his life. more

7/21/10

Can a liquid be a magnet? Kids learn how as they explore the art and science of ferrofluids at Long Island Children’s Museum’s Nano Day.

Long Island Children's Museum's small, small world

Cool off from the summer heat with a visit to Long Island Children’s Museum for “Nano Day,” an exploration into the world of nanoscale science and engineering. more

Karen Bloom | 7/21/10

Maestro David Stewart Wiley leads the Long Island Philharmonic in a free concert at Heckscher State Park on Saturday.

Summer sounds with the Long Island Philharmonic

The Long Island Philharmonic takes to the stage at Heckscher Park on Saturday to present the Islip Arts Council’s annual free concert, a summertime ritual for music lovers. more

Karen Bloom | 7/14/10

That sharpshootin’ Annie Oakleyis ready for action when Plaza Theatrical Productions presents “Annie Get Your Gun” in Eisenhower Park on July 23. Annie Oakley is played by Jordan Smith (right), who grew up in Rockville Centre and now lives in Merrick. Jason Schoenberger, of East Rockaway, portrays Frank Butler.

Summer theater on Long Island

The summer theater season at our local venues is heating up (along with the weather). Well-priced summer fun (some of it free) is available throughout the area, both indoors and out. more

Karen Bloom | 7/14/10

Events on Long Island

Exhibits and more... CurrentsAn exhibit highlighting three exciting artists working today: Jessica Jackson Hutchins, Benjamin Edwards and Tom Sanford. All three artists have been shown widely in … more

7/14/10

Disco fever at Eisenhower Park with Gloria Gaynor

Weekend highlights include a concert with Gloria Gaynor at Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre and some Sinatra from actor Robert Davi at Hofstra University. more

7/14/10

The Last Night of Ballyhoo

Alfred Uhry’s Tony Award-winning touching, bittersweet comedy, “The Last Night of Ballyhoo,” can be seen on the Hofstra University stage this month. more

Karen Bloom | 7/7/10

Making a movie: On the set of Maggie Marvel, Jeanne Brennan filled a dual role as both producer and cinematographer.

LI. International Film Expo comes to Bellmore

Bellmore rolls out the red carpet once again for the Long Island International Film Expo, which opens July 8. The film festival, now in its 13th year, offers film buffs nine days of movie watching. It showcases the creativity of independent filmmakers, representing all genres of movie-making from around the world. more

Karen Bloom | 7/7/10

Events On Long Island

Exhibits and more... CurrentsAn exhibit highlighting three exciting artists working today: Jessica Jackson Hutchins, Benjamin Edwards and Tom Sanford. All three artists have been shown widely in … more

7/7/10

Summer movie watching in Eisenhower Park

At The Movies Movies In The ParkWith summer upon us, it’s time to relax outdoors with a movie on the big screen at a 21st century version of a drive-in movie. Eisenhower Park’s … more

7/7/10