The Island Today: The top seven events for the coming week

Grace McQuade

Godfrey Townsend: Eric Clapton Tribute

Friday, March 30 at 8 p.m.

Godfrey Townsend and his band will perform a repertoire of music spanning more than three decades of beloved guitar legend Eric Clapton’s career — from the ‘60s classic rock anthem, “Sunshine of Your Love,” to 1996’s Grammy-winning “Change The World,” as well as Clapton’s many other great hits along the way, including “Layla,” “I Shot the Sheriff,” “Lay Down Sally,” “Wonderful Tonight,” and “Tears in Heaven.”

Where: The Space at Westbury, 250 Post Ave., Westbury
Info & Tickets: (516) 283-5566 • thespaceatwestbury.com

Comedian Pablo Francisco

Friday, March 30 at 8 p.m.

Pablo Francisco, one of today’s most popular touring comedians, is known for his rapid-fire jokes and spot-on impressions that result in much laughter and applause.

Where: The Paramount, 370 New York Ave., Huntington
Info & Tickets: (631) 673-7300 • paramountny.com

Mamma Mia!

Friday, March 30 and Saturday, March 31 at 8 p.m. (ongoing performances through April 29)

Audience members will be saying “thank you for the music” after seeing this live production that has become a worldwide sensation, telling a story of a young woman who wishes to have her father give her away on her wedding day while celebrating the classic music of ABBA with songs from “I Have a Dream” and “Take a Chance on Me,” to “The Winner Takes It All” and “Dancing Queen.”   

Where: Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown
Info & Tickets: (631) 724-3700 • smithtownpac.org

4 “Outside In” with Edie Falco in Person

Saturday, March 31 at 7 p.m.

Northport native and star of “The Sopranos” and “Nurse Jackie,” Edie Falco will attend this special screening of her new film, “Outside In,” a drama from writer and director Lynn Shelton (“Your Sister’s Sister”) about an ex-con struggling to readjust to life in his small town while forming an intense bond with his former high-school teacher. Members $30; general public $40 (includes reception).  

Where: Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington
Info & Tickets: (631) 423-7611 • cinemaartscentre.org

“True Roots” with Author Kristin Cavallari

Tuesday, April 3 at 7 p.m.

Join this evening with the star of MTV’s “Laguna Beach,” Kristin Cavallari, as she speaks about and signs copies of her new cookbook, “True Roots,” in which she shows how easy it is to adopt a clean, toxin-free diet while sharing her own personal journey and tips on everything from style to relationships.

Where: Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington
Info: (631) 271-1442 • bookrevue.com

Paint Nite: Calm Palms

Wednesday, April 4 at 7 p.m.

If you can’t get away for spring break, do the next best thing and head over to Paint Nite at Your Mother’s House, where there will be guided, step-by-step instruction as you paint tranquil palm trees while sipping a cocktail.   

Where: Your Mother’s House, 2349 Jericho Turnpike, Garden City Park
Info & Tickets: paintnite.com

Brian Selter: Freedom of the Press

Thursday, April 5 at 5 p.m.

The 14th Annual Joe and Peggy Maher Leadership Forum presents keynote speaker Brian Selter, CNN host of “Reliable Sources” and the senior media correspondent for CNN Worldwide, as he discusses current events and the biggest news stories of the day.   

Where: Madison Theatre at Molloy College, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre
Info & Tickets: (516) 323-4444 • madisontheatreny.org

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