Jazz in the City

Dunk & Bright 2648 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

This free live music series and public health outreach returns at Syracuse City Parks, offered from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 18. The Aug. 4 performance features U.A.D. & The Blacklites at Dunk & Bright. Jazz in the City features local and national music artists with food and craft vendors. It’s also a way to provide COVID-19 shots and boosters for city residents who aren’t up to date with their vaccinations. Concerts are free and open to all.

The Culture Reunion

Perseverance Park 205 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Cuse Culture Legacy Foundation and The Creators Lounge will host a celebration for urban professionals, creatives and community members at Perseverance Park. The event will be an opportunity to network, listen to music, enjoy ethnic cuisine and shop. The event is sponsored by National Grid, Pathfinder Bank, Gifford Foundation, Visit Syracuse and 7even Streams.

Jazz in the City

Thornden Park adjoined by Ostrom Avenue, Madison Street and South Beech Street, Syracuse, NY, United States

This free live music series and public health outreach returns at Syracuse City Parks, offered from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday Aug. 18 featuring Paula Atherton at Thornden Park. Jazz in the City features local and national music artists with food and craft vendors. It’s also a way to provide COVID-19 shots and boosters for city residents who aren’t up to date with their vaccinations. Concerts are free and open to all.

Free

The Stand Photo Bash

Wildflowers Armory 217 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Light Work’s Urban Video Project in partnership with The Stand Newspaper will host a Photo Bash, a celebration of 2022 Syracuse Photo Contest winners, Aug. 21, at Wildflowers Armory. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. where photo prizes will be awarded to winners, and raffle prizes will include guest passes to the Everson Museum of Art and gift cards to Wildflowers Armory. Attendees will then parade over to the Everson Community Plaza to view the winning images screened by Light Work UVP on the façade of the Everson. The outdoor screening will begin after 8 p.m. Winning community images will be displayed Sunday through Tuesday, Aug. 21–23, starting at dusk each night.

Free

2022 Dream Summit

The Oncenter Convention Center 800 South State St., Syracuse, NY, United States

The 2022 Dream Summit will begin with a lineup of nationally renowned guests including Emmy Award winning journalist Jemele Hill; documentarian, journalist, author and philanthropist Soledad O’Brien; pastor and social activist the Rev. Dr. Fredrick Douglass Haynes III; NFL Superbowl Champion and entrepreneur Dorsey Levens, and more. Summit participants will be able to listen to featured speakers and interviews on the main stage, engage with panelists and presenters during breakout sessions and interact with the many vendors, business owners, organizer and other attendees. Breakout sessions will be offered on such topics as health, wealth and development of the Black community including “Buying Back the Block," “Cultivating a Space in Tech," and an educational session on navigating the landscape as a minority-owned business in the “MWBE Panel."

Healthy Housing 101

Greater Syracuse Land Bank property 321 Baker Ave., Syracuse, NY, United States

The city of Syracuse Division of Code Enforcement's Healthy Housing 101 event is an educational event for the entire community. Code inspectors will lead tours throughout a Greater Syracuse Land Bank property to point out the various code violations that may cause unhealthy or unsafe living conditions. The goal of the event is to educate the community on the Code Enforcement process and how to address violations to keep community living conditions safe and healthy. Attendees may drop in at any time and are encouraged to ask questions throughout the tour. This event is free and open to the public. Refreshments and music will be provided. To RSVP, visit here.

Free

Ghetto Legends Comedy Tour

Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial 760 S. State St., Syracuse, NY, United States

The 85 South Show Live – Ghetto Legends 2: Unfinished Business will visit Syracuse's Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial at 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1. The 85 South Show with DC Young Fly, Karlous Miller and Chico Bean is a podcast featuring improvs and freestyles by rising comedic talent. Purchase tickets online at Ticketmaster.com or in person at the Solvay Bank Box Office at The Oncenter. Tickets range from $45-$120; additional fees may apply.

Info Session on City of Syracuse Arts & Culture Recovery Fund for Artists

La Casita 109 Otisco St., Syracuse, NY, United States

CNY Arts seeks applications for a final round of funding through the City of Syracuse Arts & Culture Recovery Fund. Priority for this grant will be given to individual artists, musicians, performers, teaching artists, folk artists and sole proprietors who have suffered financial losses during the pandemic. Several in-person or webinar information sessions are being offered.

Info Session on City of Syracuse Arts & Culture Recovery Fund for Artists

Community Folk Art Center 805 E Genesee St., Syracuse, NY, United States

CNY Arts seeks applications for a final round of funding through the City of Syracuse Arts & Culture Recovery Fund. Priority for this grant will be given to individual artists, musicians, performers, teaching artists, folk artists and sole proprietors who have suffered financial losses during the pandemic.

Info Session on City of Syracuse Arts & Culture Recovery Fund for Artists

CNY Arts seeks applications for a final round of funding through the City of Syracuse Arts & Culture Recovery Fund. Priority for this grant will be given to individual artists, musicians, performers, teaching artists, folk artists and sole proprietors who have suffered financial losses during the pandemic. Several in-person or webinar information sessions are being offered.