Distractibility interferes with our ability to listen, to focus, to respond, and to feel fully alive. The 45 minutes meditation workshop will include instruction in simple meditation techniques, including breath, posture and basic principles of awareness. Judy Fancher, a meditation practitioner for 16 years, is the instructor. This program is supported by the Zen Center of Syracuse.

Poems and black & white drawings will be created on site based on a theme. Poets and artists will be encouraged to talk about their creation and the theme. Final selection of winners will be selected by the general public at the Betts Branch Library on May 6th. Winning poems and drawings will appear inside Centro buses. Workshop providers: Martin Willitts (poetry) and Michael Sickler (drawings).

The Tomorrow's Neighborhoods Today South Side Voter Education Task Force will meet to discuss the importance of residents' votes. All South Side neighbors are welcome. The meetings goal is to organize residents' voices and votes for the betterment of all people.

Make a Tax Appointment today. AARP Tax Preparers are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, by appointment only, to help you prepare your tax return for free. Clients must bring last year’s tax return, a valid picture ID, social security cards or official documentation for all listed on return, all W-2 and 1099 forms, and check book if direct deposit is wanted. Call (315) 435-1940 to schedule an appointment.

"Fever, 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson. An epidemic of fever sweeps through the streets of 1793 Philadelphia in this novel from local author, Laurie Halse Anderson. Sixteen-year-old Matilda Cook, separated from her sick mother, learns about perseverance and self-reliance when she is forced to cope with the horrors of a yellow fever epidemic.

Syracuse United Neighbors will hold a meeting at 7 p.m. April 11 at the Brady Faith Center. Guests will be staff from Schumer, Katko and Gilibrand offices.

Make a Tax Appointment today. AARP Tax Preparers are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, by appointment only, to help you prepare your tax return for free. Clients must bring last year’s tax return, a valid picture ID, social security cards or official documentation for all listed on return, all W-2 and 1099 forms, and check book if direct deposit is wanted. Call (315) 435-1940 to schedule an appointment.

A Human Library is a way for people to reach out and connect with individuals in their community with whom they might not normally interact. Visitors to the library have an opportunity during the event to borrow and engage in conversation with a Human Book. These events promote tolerance, celebrate differences and encourage understanding of people who come from varied cultural or lifestyle backgrounds. Books can be checked out at the event or you may sign up in advance at the front desk. Please call Beauchamp Library for a list of available books and to register at (315) 435-3395.

The Like Minded Launch Party will be a networking event held from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 15, at The Event Center. Guest performances by Dashe Cleopatra, Red Lotus and Mic Tha Poet will begin at 7 p.m. Admission is $5.

Always wondered how engineers and architects make skyscrapers? Design your own building or structure using toothpicks and marshmallows. Open to ages 5 and up.