Get the Lead Out Block Party

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

Tomorrow's Neighborhoods Today Southside's Housing task force will host the Get the Lead Out Block Party July. The event will be held behind Dunk and Bright Furniture on the grassy area. The purpose of the event is to educate residents about lead poisoning prevention. Information on grants and low cost loans will be available. Tabling will include: the County Health Department, Home HeadQuarters, Legal Services of CNY and more. Healthy foods will be served, and entertainment will include music and bouncy house and carnival games for youth.

Open Writing Workshop for Teens

Central Library 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Do you have a story you just have to tell? Join this open workshop and develop your story. No registration required. For ages 12 to 20. Meets in the TeenSpace, Level 1.

Jazz in The City

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

Four Thursdays in August, a different Syracuse neighborhood will resound with the sounds of national and local jazz artists. On Aug. 1, listen to the Blacklites with Rhonda Plunket. Concert is free and open to the public.

Visit with CNY Nature

Central Library 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

A Visit with CNY Nature will be offered from 2 to 3 p.m. Monday, Aug. 5, at the downtown Central Library in the KidSpace on Level 2. No registration required & children of all ages welcome.

Free

Jazz in the City

Leavenworth Park 120 WilkinsonSt., Syracuse, NY, United States

For four Thursdays in August, a different Syracuse neighborhood will resound with the sounds of national and local jazz artists. On Aug. 8, listen to Jackiem Joyner. Concert is free and open to the public.

Sankofa Fest ’19

Sankofa Park 2101 South Salina Street, Syracuse, NY, United States

The Southside Community Coalition (SCC) will host the second Sankofa Fest from noon to 8 p.m. Aug. 10, at Sankofa Park, 2101 S. Salina St. The festival will feature local performing artists, as well as, nationally recognized artists including Farrah Presents Tribal Hop and violinist Windy Indie. The festival will begin with a parade, and festival attendees may attend workshops on yoga, Doula practices, local civic issues and others. 

Free

18th Annual Back to School Supply Give Away

Beauchamp Branch Library 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse , NY, United States

This summer’s 18th annual Mary Nelson School Supply Give Away will be held Saturday, Aug. 17, on the corner of South Salina Street and Wood Avenue. It will open with a youth parade at 10 a.m. and includes educational, health and resource vendors, entertainment, games and food. Backpacks provided to students from Pre-K to college level who have registered.

Sunday Concert at Cecile Center 

Cecile Community Center 174 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

Jazz concert with E. S. P. will begin at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 18, on the Memorial Brick Patio. Admission is free; bring lawn chairs. Concert held inside in case of inclement weather.

Free

Jazz in the City

Attilio's at Regency Tower 770 James St., Syracuse, NY, United States

On four Thursdays in August, a different Syracuse neighborhood will resound with the sounds of national and local jazz artists. On Aug. 22, listen to Atlas. Concert is free and open to the public. For outdoor dining opportunities, call Attilio's at (315) 218-5085.

Panel Discussion: Climate Crisis

CNY Rise 275 W. Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY, United States

A panel discussion featuring environmental leaders and climate activists will begin at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, at CNY Rise, 275 W. Seneca Turnpike. Representatives of local climate action groups will be available to provide information about how the public can work together to respond compassionately to the effects of climate change. A musical performance by Dylan Gilbert will introduce the program. The event, organized by the Zen Center of Syracuse, is free and open to the public. Co-sponsors include CNY Rise, Syracuse Peace Council/ Neighbors of the Onondaga Nation (NOON), Skä•noñh – Great Law of Peace Center and Interfaith Works of Central New York.

Free