The Syracuse Juneteenth Festival acknowledges the role that many in the Central New York area had in achieving and maintaining freedom, equality and opportunity for African Americans—from the days of Abolitionism to present time. This is an inclusive event, transcending racial and ethnic boundaries. The event will include a fashion show, African dance and live music performances, children's games, crafts and food.
“The Most Beautiful Home . . . Maybe” is an original work of devised theater whose goal is to use the imaginative resources of theater to explore solutions to chronic housing problems plaguing the country. Through workshops that bring together stakeholders involved in housing policy—politicians, developers, advocates, activists, the homeless—Valdez and sparks seek creative solutions to housing insecurity by challenging participants to consider the question “What if everyone in this country had a home?” The input collected at workshops forms the basis for the performance piece. Syracuse Stage has hosted four workshops in the lead up to the performance and local participants have included Deka Dancil, diversity, equity and inclusion specialist; St. Joseph’s Health; Lanessa Chaplin, Esq., project counsel with the New York Civil Liberties Union, and author and playwright Dr. Juhanna Rogers, among others. Tickets are required for this performance and may be obtained at www.syracusestage.org.
A new event organized by South Side volunteers with the Save the 16th Coalition will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 19, at the intersection of South Salina Street and MLK West. The event will feature a performance by Trumptight315 and gospel singers, food vendors and gifts to celebrate the dads in the community. Residents will also have the chance to meet candidates running for political offices. Additionally, The Stand will also a photo booth to take free portraits of local fathers with their kids.
CNY Arts will bring the worldwide celebration of Make Music Day to Syracuse on Tuesday, June 21. Make Music Syracuse is currently looking for musicians of all ages, levels and backgrounds to participate in this city-wide event as part of the global event taking place in more than 1,000 cities in 120 countries.
The popular and long-running, free admission music festival which has been on hiatus the past five years returns June 23-25 to Syracuse's Clinton Square, as well as a variety of indoor city nightspots. The three nights will feature outdoor performances on the festival's Clinton Square Main Stage and 20 performances by 20 of Syracuse jazz groups in local venues. Admission to all Jazz Fest events is free. For a complete lineup and list of show times and participating venues, visit www.syracusejazzfest.com.
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 June 23 performance features 3D Rhythm of Life at Skiddy 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.
The popular and long-running, free admission music festival which has been on hiatus the past five years returns June 23-25 to Syracuse's Clinton Square, as well as a variety of indoor city nightspots. The three nights will feature outdoor performances on the festival's Clinton Square Main Stage and 20 performances by 20 of Syracuse jazz groups in local venues. Admission to all Jazz Fest events is free. For a complete lineup and list of show times and participating venues, visit www.syracusejazzfest.com.
The popular and long-running, free admission music festival which has been on hiatus the past five years returns June 23-25 to Syracuse's Clinton Square, as well as a variety of indoor city nightspots. The three nights will feature outdoor performances on the festival's Clinton Square Main Stage and 20 performances by 20 of Syracuse jazz groups in local venues. Admission to all Jazz Fest events is free. For a complete lineup and list of show times and participating venues, visit www.syracusejazzfest.com.
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 July 7 performance features Atlas at Leavenworth 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.
The 25th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will welcome to the Class of 2022: Keith Williams, football, basketball and baseball; Arther (Bob) Harrison, boxing; Dwayne Ford, recipient of the Frank "Pop" Harlow Basketball Officials Award; Mary Jo Crequa, volleyball and recipient of the CNY Inductee Award; Eddie Beauford, boxing; Kevin Williams, football basketball and baseball; Mickey Walker, basketball; John "Papa Bear" Smith, youth football, and Ron Legette, football, basketball and track. Cost is $25 per person. Call, text or email for tickets to (315) 403-5299 or ushof.syr.ny@twcny.rr.com.
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