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DAVE ATELL
most recognizable as the host of
Comedy Central’s Insomniac, Attell
gains inspiration from Richard Pryor
and Bill Hicks, but his uniqueness of
situational comedy and sharp wit is
what separates him from the rest.
Governor’s of Levittown, 90 Division
Ave., Levittown, govs.com $34-$69.
8 p.m. Jan. 11, 7 p.m., 10 p.m. Jan. 12.
PBS KIDS LIVE! REALLY BIG
TINY ADVENTURE
The first ever live touring event
from early childhood network PBS
Kids presents a one-of-a-kind interactive
show for kids and parents alike,
featuring augmented reality segments,
live music and character meet
and greets from shows like Arthur,
Ready Jet Go! and Super WHY! The
Space at Westbury Theatre, 250 Post
Ave., Westbury, thespaceatwestbury.
com. $29-$49. 2 p.m., 6 p.m. Jan. 12.
BLUE OYSTER CULT
Don’t fear the reaper, because the
Godzilla of rock bands is back and
“Burnin’ for You.” Suffolk Theater,
118 East Main St., Riverhead, suffolktheater.
com $65-$79. 8 p.m. Jan. 12.
DAVID RUDOLF & JERRY
BUTING: INSIDE THE
STAIRCASE & MAKING A
MURDERER
Attorneys David Rudolf and Jerry
Buting, who represented Steven
Avery of Making a Murderer fame,
are in town for a rare, can’t miss Q&A
session detailing how Avery, Michael
Peterson and Brendan Dassey faced
justice. NYCB Theatre at Westbury,
960 Brush Hollow Rd., Westbury.
thetheatreatwestbury.com. $35-$86.
8 p.m. Jan. 12.
MCCOY TYNER
This Philadelphia native who was
part of John Coltrane’s quartet is
considered one of the most influential
jazz pianists of the 20th century.
My Father’s Place, 1221 Old Northern
Blvd., Roslyn, myfathersplace.com
$80. 8 p.m. Jan. 12.
WHY THE RAMONES
MATTER
Author Donna Gaines will discuss
and sign copies of her new book on
the Ramones, which makes the case
that the Ramones saved rock and roll,
modeled DIY ethics, and addressed
our deepest collective traumas.
Appearance includes a live band.
Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave.,
Huntington, cinemaartscentre.org
$30-$35. 3 p.m. Jan. 13.
HOLIDAY
EVENTS
From Montauk to Manhattan, brought
to you by Bethpage Federal Credit Union
PRESS BUZZ: DO THIS!
Rapper Ghostface Killah of Wu Tang Clan fame plays The Paramount on
Dec. 30. (Photo by Andrew Stephenson)
JONES BEACH MAGIC
OF LIGHTS
It’s like driving around and looking
at Christmas lights in your car
except at the beach! Jones Beach
State Park, Ocean Parkway, Wantagh,
jonesbeach.com $20 per car.
Dusk-10 p.m. Mon-Thurs, dusk-11
p.m. Fri-Sun. Through Dec. 30.
SMITH POINT HOLIDAY
LIGHT SHOW
See the dazzling lights, amazing
vignettes and holiday scenes on
a one and a half mile trail. Smith
Point County Park, William Floyd
Parkway, Mastic Beach. $20 per car.
Through Dec. 30.
BAYVILLE WINTER WONDERLAND
AND HAUNTED
CHRISTMAS
In addition to the usual North Pole
revelry, toy shop visiting, train rides
and Santa meeting, this year the festivities
include a Bayville Haunted
Christmas option for those who'd
perfer to meet Krampus, Santa's
demonic assistant. Bayville Adventure
Park, 8 Bayville Ave., Bayville.
bayvillewinterwonderland.com
bayvillehauntedchristmas.com
Through Jan. 1.
SANTACON FARMINGDALE
Last year, more than
1,000 people came out to
show their holiday spirit
and support for Toys of
Hope! Downtown Farmingdale.
1 p.m. Dec. 15.
ROCKABILLY
CHRISTMAS
Join Sun Records' last
recording artist, madman
Jason D Williams on piano,
who is often compared to
his friend and mentor Jerry Lee
Lewis; Gene Casey, the East End's
prodigal Rockabilly King; and Prentiss
McNeill, member of the Drifters
for 30 years for a Rocakbilly Xmas
like none other! Suffolk Theater, 118
East Main St., Riverhead, suffolktheater.
com $39-$49. 8 p.m. Dec. 15.
HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
With new songs and dances mixed
in with your favorite holiday tunes,
we will open the doors and take
you through the many wonderful
worlds of the holiday season. Madison
Theatre at Molloy College, 1000
Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre,
madisontheatreny.org Dec. 15, 16.
ROCKMARE BEFORE
CHRISTMAS
Think The Nightmare Before
Christmas, but with rock bands.
Revolution Bar and Music Hall, 140
Merrick Rd., Amityville, revolutionliny.
com $10-$12. 4 p.m. Dec. 16.
SANTACON ROCKVILLE
CENTRE
Dress like Santa, an elf or something
holiday related and spend the
day spreading and drinking holiday
cheer. Downtown Rockville Centre.
1 p.m. Dec. 22.