1 Girls Night Out with Authors Jane Green and Brenda Janowitz
Friday, May 4, 7 to 9 p.m.
New York Times best-selling author Jane Green will discuss her latest novel, “The Sunshine Sisters,” a poignant story about three estranged daughters who are called home to help their ailing mother, with Brenda Janowitz, author of “The Dinner Party,” at this special, ticketed event ($30 per person) that includes a glass of wine or beer, appetizers, and a copy of “The Sunshine Sisters,” a great gift for Mother’s Day and perfect summer read.
Where: Turn of the Corkscrew Books and Wine, 110 North Park Ave., Rockville Centre
Info: (516) 764-6000 • turnofthecorkscrew.com
2 Bill Engvall
Friday, May 4 at 8 p.m.
Comedian and actor Bill Engvall is best known for his work as a stand-up comic, his signature “Here’s Your Sign” bit, stints on many hit sitcoms, the Blue Collar Comedy Tour with fellow comic Jeff Foxworthy, and his popular run on the 17th season of “Dancing with the Stars.”
Where: NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury
Info & Tickets: (516) 247-5211 • thetheatreatwestbury.com
3 Spring Boutique at Old Westbury Gardens
Saturday, May 5 and Sunday, May 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This weekend is the perfect opportunity for Mother’s Day shopping. Here you can enjoy the beautiful grounds and gardens while browsing the Spring Market that will feature dozens of individual vendors and local businesses selling unique, handmade goods and food, as well as the opening of the new plant shop. The event is included with admission.
Where: The Barn at Orchard Hill, Old Westbury Gardens, 71 Old Westbury Road, Old Westbury
Info: (516) 333-0048 x308 • oldwestburygardens.org
4 Kentucky Derby Celebration at Pratt’s
Saturday, May 5, 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate the Run for the Roses at Pratt’s at The Mansion, where there will by Mansion Mint Juleps, special Derby sandwiches, and live bluegrass music to get you into the Derby spirit. Dress in your best Derby outfit and fanciest hat and enter the Best Dressed contest. The party is free, but exclusive Paddock Access is $35 and includes special lounge seating, an all-you-can-eat buffet, commemorative Julep Cups provided by sponsor Woodford Reserve, and a private bar with specialty cocktails and draft beers for purchase.
Where: Pratt’s at The Mansion, 200 Dosoris Lane, Glen Cove
Info: (516) 674-2909 • glencovemansion.com
5 Cardio Sweat Party at Nordstrom at Roosevelt Field
Sunday, May 6, 9:30 to 11 a.m.
Nordstrom at Roosevelt Field will be hosting a morning of fitness with Lose N Tone Fitness’ own Davon Livingston, where there will be a live DJ on site spinning the latest tunes, fresh fruit and infused water, and an opportunity to earn Triple Points if you’re a Nordstrom cardholder or member for all your spring shopping. You can also enter a raffle if you purchase any Women’s or Men’s Active Shoes and Active Wear that morning and get fitness advice from Livingston after the class.
Where: Nordstrom at Roosevelt Field Mall, 630 Old Country Road, Garden City
Info: (516) 746-0011 x1300 to register • shopnordstrom.com
6 Huntington Tulip Festival
Sunday, May 6, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
An annual event, the Tulip Festival is a free, floral festival featuring more than 20,000 tulips, music performances on the Chapin Rainbow Stage, art exhibitions, lectures and demonstrations, and refreshment sales all taking place at Heckscher Park, considered by many to be the Central Park of Huntington village.
Where: Heckscher Park, NY-25A and Prime Ave., Huntington
Info: (631) 351-3000 • huntingtonny.gov
7 Musical Cabaret: The Other Side of Paradise
Sunday, May 6 at 3 p.m.
Named after F. Scott Fitzgerald’s debut 1920 novel, this wild musical telling of the relationship between Zelda and F. Scott Fitzgerald, written and performed by Angela Sclafani, is part concert, part theater, and part 1920s’ underground apartment party. The night spans 40 years of history in one blazing and highly original set. $30 members; $40 non-members.
Where: Nassau County Museum of Art, One Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor
Info & Tickets: (516) 484-9337 • nassaumuseum.org
