Novelist Alice McDermott is guest speaker at Hofstra University�s �Great...

Novelist Alice McDermott is guest speaker at Hofstra University�s �Great Writers, Great Readings� series. Feb. 29, 2012. Credit: Handout

Feb. 28

Hilary Davidson talks about and signs "The Next One to Fall" (Forge Books). At 7 p.m., Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington, 631-271-1442, bookrevue.com

 

Feb. 29

National Book Award winner Alice McDermott ("Charming Billy") is the guest speaker at Hofstra University's "Great Writers, Great Readings" series. At 11:15 a.m., Leo A. Guthart Cultural Center, South Campus, Hempstead, 516-463-5410, hofstra.edu/gwgr

 

March 1

James Sheridan, co-author of "Lucille Ball FAQ: Everything Left to Know About America's Favorite Redhead" (Applause), shares tidbits about the "I Love Lucy" star. Reservations recommended. At 6:30 p.m., The Dolphin Bookshop, 299 Main St., Port Washington, 516-767-2650, thedolphinbookshop.com

 

March 2

Long Island native Jodi Picoult discusses and signs "Lone Wolf" (Atria) At 7 p.m., Huntington High School, Oakwood and McKay roads, Huntington. Tickets must be purchased in advance at Book Revue in Huntington ($30.42 includes book and seating, 631-271-1442, bookrevue.com

 

March 2

Physicist- author Brian Greene ("The Elegant Universe") lectures on "String Theory: Reaching for Einstein's Dream." At 8:30 p.m., Ruth S. Harley University Center, Adelphi University, Garden City. Admission $10, 516-877-4555, events.adelphi.edu

Compiled by Mary Beth Foley

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