“400: An Afrikan Epic” explores thousands of years of the history that is pre-colonial Afrika, the Ma’afa (the 400 years between 1619 and 2019), and Afro-futurism expressing a vision of what blacks in America will heal toward in the next 400 years; a healthy, high functioning, and united block of the African diaspora. The quartet is known to combine the fire and passion of John Coltrane’s legendary Classic Quartet of the 1960s with modern sensibilities, crafting a repertoire that includes spirituals, the works of jazz masters, original music and more. Cost is $5 for students to $20 for general admission. For more information, call (315) 312-4581.

Need help with legal problems? Talk to a lawyer for free on the second and fourth Thursday of the month. Volunteer lawyers will answer questions on a first-come, first-served basis in the CNY Meeting Room on Level 3 of Central Library. Arrive early and sign in as space is limited

Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh and Police Chief Kenton Buckner will host the fourth police-community meeting at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, at the Boys & Girls Club located at 2100 E. Fayette St. The meeting will give residents on the East Side the opportunity to share their thoughts and concerns about issues in the area that should be addressed in order to improve safety and quality of life in the neighborhood. Residents are encouraged to attend to have the opportunity to engage in dialogue directly with city representatives who can address their concerns. Members from the Syracuse Police Department, Office of the Mayor, Department of Public Works, Department of Neighborhood and Business Development and Division of Code Enforcement will be present.

Syracuse Salt of the Earth Ministries will host the 2019 Global Ambassador's Summit "A National Gathering for Global Impact" Friday and Saturday, Sept. 27 and 28. The summit will begin at 7 p.m. nightly and include a 10 a.m. Saturday workshop. Featured guests include Dr. Stephen Paul, senior pastor at Life Changing Revival Centre; Pastor Jordan Carter with Abundant Life Christian Center; Bishop Carl Clark, president and founder of Open Arms International Ministries, and music by Davie Kitandwe, Rickey Montgomery Jr. and Victor Olayeni. The international worship concert begins at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. A $5 donation is asked. The host is Kingdom Ambassador Frankie Jackson with Salt of the Earth Ministries.

This family-friendly event will be free and open to the public and held in an effort to empower the community to exercise their right to vote. Event is sponsored by Onondaga Votes! Coalition, League of Women Voters, TNT Southside, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Lambda Kappa Mu Sorority, Zata Phi Beta Sorority and the Dunbar Association. For more information, call (315) 416-4042.

 The New York State Preparedness Course is a free program designed to prepare citizens for all types of disasters. Initiated by the Governor and supported by the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services and the Office of Emergency Management, the program is intended to give citizens the education needed to be able to take care of themselves and their neighbors in case of a crisis. No registration necessary. Meets in the Community Room on Level 1 of Central Library. For more information, call the library at (315) 435-1900.

Syracuse Salt of the Earth Ministries will conclude the 2019 Global Ambassador's Summit "A National Gathering for Global Impact" Saturday, Sept. 28, with an international worship concert beginning at 7 p.m. Music will be performed by Davie Kitandwe, Rickey Montgomery Jr. and Victor Olayeni.  A $5 donation is asked.

A discussion with Urban Jobs on positioning city residents to secure employment with the upcoming I-81 Viaduct Project will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 30 at Tucker Missionary Baptist Church. Save a seat at the meeting online by visiting bit.ly/urbanjobsnow.

The Common Council will hold nine information meetings regarding redistricting plans to be voted upon on Election Day 2019. On Sept. 30, the public will gather at All Saints Church. For questions or additional information, call the Syracuse Common Council office at (315) 448-8466.

The Common Council will hold nine information meetings regarding redistricting plans to be voted upon on Election Day 2019. On Oct. 1, the public meeting will be held at St. Lucy’s Church, 432 Gifford St. For questions or additional information, call the Syracuse Common Council office at (315) 448-8466.