THE SCENE

Feb. 23

Art talk

Grab your lunch and join Nassau County Museum of Art Docent Riva Ettus for her popular “Brown Bag Lecture” live, via Zoom, Thursday, Feb. 23, 1 p.m. She’ll discuss the current exhibition, “The Big Picture: Photography Now.” Participants are invited to ask questions at the end of the program. Register at least 24 hours in advance to receive the program Zoom link. Also Feb. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Dr., Roslyn Harbor. (516) 484-9337 or NassauMuseum.org.

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Lego Club

Long Beach Public Library holds a Lego club session, Monday, Feb. 13. Kids grades one through seven can come and build whatever their hearts desire, 11 W. Park Ave., The session begins at 6 p.m. For more information, visit LongBeachLibrary.org.

City Council Meeting

The Long Beach City Council will be having their bi-weekly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 14 The meeting is open to all and will begin at 7 p.m. on the sixth foor of City Hall. For more information, visit LongBeachNY. gov.

Gentle Yoga

Participate yoga class for health and peace, Monday, Feb. 13, at Long Beach Public Library, 111 W. Park Ave. The class is designed to build strength and fexibility along with a calmer mind. The class will be in the public library’s auditorium and on Zoom, for those you cannot go in person, from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Poses will be a combination of standing and seated. For more information, visit LongBeachPL. LibraryCalendar.com.

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Feb. 12

Polar Bear Splash

The Long Beach Polar Bears will make their annual splash into the ocean on Sunday, Feb. 12. The splash takes place on Laurelton Blvd., starting at1:30 pm. For more information, visit LongBeachNY.gov.

Low-Impact Cardio

The Long Beach Public Library will have a low-impact cardio class on Tuesday, Feb. 14. All levels are welcome, including beginners. The class will be held in the auditorium,111 W. Park Ave., and on zoom from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more information, visit LongBeachPL.LibraryCalendar. com.

Pop-Up Eats

The Cabana Restaurant continues its weekly Pop-Up Eats, Monday, Feb. 13 in their parking lot, 1034 W Beech St. Various vendors serve up delicious bites; the bar will be open as well. Pop-Up Eats starts at 4 p.m.; no reservations are necessary. For more information visit TheCabanaLBNY.com.

On stage

Mo Willems’ popular Pigeon comes alive on the Long Island Children’s Museum stage, Saturday, Feb. 11, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sunday, Feb.12, 2 p.m.; Wednesday through Friday, Feb. 15-17. Pigeon is eager to try anything, with the audience’s help. LICM, Museum Row, Garden City. (516) 224-5800 or LICM.org.

Board of Education Meeting

The Long Beach Public Schools Board of Education will be having their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 14. The meeting is open to all and will begin at 7 p.m. in the Lindell School auditorium. For more information, visit LBeach.org.

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Author talk

Mary Calvi, an Emmy awardwinning journalist and national anchor for WCBS-TV and weekend anchor of Inside Edition, visits Molloy University to discuss her book, “If a Poem Could Live and Breathe: A Novel of Teddy Roosevelt’s First Love,” Wednesday, Feb. 15, 7-8:30 p.m. Her novel is an indelible portrait of the authenticity of first love, the heartache of loss, and how overcoming the worst of life’s obstacles can push one to greatness never imagined. $35, includes signed copy of the book. 1000 Hempstead Ave., Larini Room, 2nd Floor of Public Square Building, Rockville Centre. For tickets and information visit MadisonTheatreny.org or call (516) 323-4444.

Gospel Shabbat

Temple Emanu-El of Long Beach hosts its 7th annual Gospel Shabbat on Friday, Feb. 17, in acknowledgement of Black History Month. With local a cappella group Nehemiah Movement, beginning at 7:30 p.m., at 455 Neptune Blvd. Call (516) 431-4060 for information.

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Lifesaving skills

OnSight medical trauma

Life Saver course is offered at Rescue Company No. 1 of Oceanside, 814 Tilrose Ave., Saturday, Feb. 11, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. The session covers bleeding control and bandaging wounds. Other topics include personal safety while caring for victims, basic first aid, and more. $175 per person, $75 registration deposit. For info, ontact info@oftllc. us. Register on AllEvents. in/oceanside-ny.

On exhibit

Photography’s ascent in the art world is an international phenomenon. Nassau County Museum of Art’s star-studded exhibition spans the historical roots of the medium. View works by Ansel Adams and his generation and the thrilling, large-format color works of such contemporary masters as Cindy Sherman, Thomas Struth, James Casebere and Gregory Crewdson, among others. From the documentary to the painterly, images bear witness to the times. On view through March 5. Nassau County Museum of Art, 1 Museum Drive, Roslyn Harbor. (516) 4849337 or NassauMuseum.org.

Family theater

The beloved fairy tale springs to life in a delightful musical romp, presented Plaza Theatrical Productions, Monday, Feb. 20, 11 a.m.; Friday, Feb. 24, 11 a.m.; Sunday, Feb. 26, noon. All the ingredients that have made this story a perennial favorite are here, including Cinderella, a zany Godmother, a trip to the royal ball, and a glass slipper. Tickets are $16. Visit the Plaza stage at The Showplace at Bellmore Movies, 222 Pettit Ave., Bellmore. For information/tickets, go to PlazaTheatrical.com or call (516) 599-6870.