15 Things To Do on Long Island This Weekend
DARLENE LOVE
This Rock and Roll Hall of Famer dubbed “one of the greatest singers of all time” by Rolling Stone magazine. Landmark on Main Street, 232 Main St., Port Washington, landmarkonmainstreet.org $68-$88. 8 p.m. Feb. 10.
PARKWAY DRIVE
This Australian metalcore band is touring to promote their seventh album Darker Still with opening acts Memphis May Fire and Currents. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington, paramountny.com $30-$55. 8 p.m. Feb. 10.
BLOOD DRIVE
This is one of many New York Blood Center-led blood drives hosted throughout the month of February. Broadway Mall, 358 N. Broadway Mall, Hicksville, donate.nybc.org Free. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 11.
CHILDREN’S CONCERT
Conductor Helen P. Bauer and Associate Conductor Brandon Bromsey have put together a program designed to engage young listeners and aspiring young musicians. One member from each section of the band will demonstrate their instrument. Children in the audience will have the opportunity to choose their favorite instrument and try their hand at conducting. Sands Point Preserve, 127 Middle Neck Rd., Sands Point, sandspointpreserveconservancy.org Kids free, adults $20. 1 p.m. Feb. 11.
14TH WISH GALA
Proceeds from this cocktail party benefit the Johnny Mac Foundation, a nonprofit organization formed by the late FDNY firefighter’s wife Jennifer after his death in August 2009 of 9/11-related cancer. The Mansion at Oyster Bay, 1 S. Woods Rd., Woodbury, johnnymacfoundation.org $175. 7 p.m. Feb. 11.
VALENTINE’S DAY FUNDRAISER DINNER & DANCE
A fun-filled evening to benefit the Long Island Charities Foundation. Captain Bill’s, 122 Ocean Ave., Bay Shore, licharitiesfoundation.com $165. 7 p.m. Feb. 11.
Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical!
This musical comedy adventure features Mo Willems’ popular character The Pigeon, who is eager to try anything and everything. Audience members get ready: you’ll be part of the action! Long Island Children’s Museum, 11 Davis Ave., Garden City, licm.org $9 with museum admission ($7 Members), $12 Theater only. Feb. 11-June 16.
HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS
Could this be the game where the Washington Generals finally beat the Globetrotters? Only one way to find out! UBS Arena, Belmont Park, 2400 Hempstead Tpke. ubsarena.com $35-$151. 1 p.m. Feb. 12.
2023 SUPER BOWL SPLASH
Easily Long Island’s most-attended annual Polar Bear Plunge, this event raises funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Riverside Blvd., Long Beach, longbeachpolarbears.org Free. 12 p.m. Feb. 12.
OH WHAT A NIGHT OF DOO-WOP & ROCK N’ ROLL
Featuring: Jimmy Clanton, Kenny Vance and the Planotones, Cleveland Still & the Dubs, Larry Chance & the Earls, The Fireflys, Jimmy Gallagher & The Passions. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury, thetheatreatwestbury.com $53-$142. 7 p.m. Feb. 11.
SOUTH SHORE SYMPHONY CONCERT
Celebrate the symphony’s 40th anniversary with conductor Scott Jackson Wiley, featuring Nights in the Garden of Spain (De Falla), La Boutique (Respighi), Firebird Suite (Stravinsky). The concert will definitely be a memorable occasion. Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre, madisontheatreny.org $20. 7 p.m. Feb. 11.
PAT MCGANN
This up-and-coming Chicago comedian is known for his sharp-witted take on the hilarities of family life. The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington, paramountny.com $25-$40. 8 p.m. Feb. 11.
KRISTIN CHENOWETH
One of the biggest Broadway stars by any measure, this Tony and Emmy Award winner comes armed with her soaring voice, effervescence, and captivating stage presence. Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Rd., Stony Brook, stallercenter.com $75-$85. 8 p.m. Feb. 11.
COMO BROTHERS
These local musical siblings are passionate about their songwriting, heartfelt lyrics, and recording original music. Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall Of Fame, 97 Main St, Stony Brook, limusichalloffame.org Free with museum admission. 3 p.m. Feb. 12.
MARISELA & ALVARO TORRES
Love will be in the air when these romantic Latin singers take the stage. NYCB Theatre at Westbury, 960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury, thetheatreatwestbury.com $90-$272. 8 p.m. Feb. 12.
Things to Do Next Week:
VERONICA BEARD SPECIAL SHOPPING EVENT
Join Long Island Cares’ board member Dr. Sara Siddiqui for a special Valentine’s Day shopping event at the Manhasset Veronica Beard store to benefit the nonprofit food bank Long Island Cares. 2060 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, licares.org, Free. 11 a.m. Feb. 8.
JESSAMINE CHAN
The author of The School of Good Mothers, will be in conversation with author Carol Hoenig in celebration of the paperback release of this searing and surreal novel. Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre, madisontheatreny.org $25. 7 p.m. Feb. 9.
