1 Lisa Scottoline and Francesca Serritella
Tuesday, July 10 at 7 p.m.
In “I See Life Through Rosé-Colored Glasses,” the bestselling mother/daughter pair returns with another hilarious and heartfelt collection of essays, reminiscent of the works of the late greats Erma Bombeck and Nora Ephron, about the possibilities and pitfalls of everyday life. Each ticket to this author event will include a copy of the book provided by Turn of the Corkscrew Books and Wine.
Where: Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre
Info & Tickets: (516) 323-4444 • madisontheatreny.org
2 Free Summer Concert Series at Roosevelt Field Mall
Wednesday, July 11 and 18, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Roosevelt Field Mall is hosting its first ever concert series that will feature David Clark’s Songs in the Attic: A Tribute to Billy Joel on July 11, and Desert Highway: A Tribute to the Eagles on July 18. The party starts at Havana Central, which has teamed up with Bacardi and K98 to host fun activities and raffles before the concerts start at 7 p.m.
Where: The Vendor Market outside the Roosevelt Field Mall Dining District, 630 Old Country Road, Garden City
Info: (516) 742-8001 • simon.com
3 ‘90s Rockers at Jones Beach
Thursday, July 12 at 7 p.m., Saturday, July 14 at 8 p.m., Tuesday, July 17 at 8 p.m., and Wednesday, July 18 at 7:30 p.m.
The music sounds of the ‘90s will be on deck this week with Gov’t Mule (with The Avett Brothers and Magpie Salute) on the 12th, the Foo Fighters on the 14th, the Dave Matthews Band on the 17th, and Weezer (with the Pixies) bringing a little “Island in the Sun” to Jones Beach on the 18th.
Where: Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater, 895 Bay Parkway, Wantaugh
Info & Tickets: (516) 221-1000 • livenation.com
4 Retro Futura: America’s Premiere ‘80s Concert Tour
Friday, July 13 at 7 p.m.
If 1980s’ music is more your thing, this concert starring Belinda Carlisle of the Go-Gos, ABC, Modern English, Tony Lewis from The Outfield, Kajagoogoo’s Limahl and Bow Wow Wow’s Annabella is the place to be, as they all take the stage for one night.
Where: NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury
Info & Tickets: (516) 247-5211 • thetheatreatwestbury.com
5 My Father’s Place Returns
Friday, July 13, Saturday, July 14 and Thursday, July 19 at 8 p.m.
Another rock-and-roll blast from the past, My Father’s Place was the nurturing ground for aspiring musicians like The Ramones, Blondie, The Police and many others from 1971 to 1987. The historic music venue reopened earlier this month with sold-out shows and will feature more top talent this summer, including blues legend John Hammond on the 13th, rock musicians Garland Jeffreys and Frank Carillo on the 14th, and the four-piece Long Island band Vista Hill, described as the Barenaked Ladies meets the Beatles, on the 19th.
Where: My Father’s Place at the Roslyn Hotel, 1221 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn
Info & Tickets: myfathersplace.com
6 YES: Celebrating 50 Years
Wednesday, July 18 at 8 p.m.
The iconic and influential rock band Yes celebrates 50 years at this special concert that will showcase music from their recent albums, “YES: The Steven Wilson Remixes,” featuring “The YES Album” (1971), “Fragile” (1971), “Close to the Edge” (1972), “Tales from Topographic Oceans” (1973), and “Relayer” (1974), as well as “Fly from Here — Return Trip,” a new version of their 2011 album “Fly from Here” featuring the “Drama” lineup that has been long-awaited by Yes fans.
Where: NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury
Info & Tickets: (516) 247-5211 • thetheatreatwestbury.com
7 38 Special
Thursday, July 19 at 8 p.m.
After more than three decades together, 38 Special continues to bring their signature blend of Southern rock to concertgoers, with hits including “Hold on Loosely,” “Caught Up in You,” “If I’d Been the One,” “Second Chance” and more.
Where: The Space at Westbury, 250 Post Ave., Westbury
Info: (516) 283-5566 • thespaceatwestbury.com
