Believe in Syracuse will host its second annual Holiday Party at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 4, at Maxwell's in Hanover Square with a dinner buffet and cash bar. Click here to learn more and RSVP. The holiday party is free for all current members. Non-members and guests of members pay $10.

Under the leadership of NBLCA several nonprofit health organizations will be on hand to share resources and information on AIDS prevention and support services for housing, testing and treatment for persons with chronic diseases. No registration necessary. For teens and adults. Meets on Level 1.

Planned Parenthood educator Mallory will distribute brochures, fact sheets and give-a-ways, answer questions and talk to teens one-on-one about family planning, sexual health, sexually transmitted infections and HIV/AIDS, minors’ rights and much more. All materials include information about where to access low-cost reproductive health care. If appropriate, referrals will be made to partner agencies for additional service needs. Office hours are held in the library's TeenSpace, Level 1.

Join library staff for a lively, do-it-yourself ornament-making program for the holidays. Create an ornament for you to take home or give to a friend. Open to all ages and materials provided. Call (315) 435-3395 or visit the library to register.

The Dunbar Association's Third annual Winter Art Auction will feature live and silent auctions of donated works by several local artists. Distinguished local artist Jackie Warren-Moore will share her poetry, and music and refreshments will be provided. A $20 donation at the door is required for attendance. No tickets will be sold. For more information, contact Liz Page at (315) 565-2622.
Liz Page at (315) 727-2690.

Strathmore Artisans Annual Arts & Crafts Sale will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, at Most Holy Rosary Church Gymnasium, 1031 Bellevue Ave. This craft fair will feature a variety of artisans’ works for sale. Event supports the Strathmore Speaker Series. Admission is free. To learn more, email StrathmoreArtisans@gmail.com

Black Expo: Holiday Marketplace will be held from Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, at Syracuse Community Connections, 401 South Ave. Event will feature food, music, entertainment, raffles and a variety of vendors with items for sale. Admission is $5. For more information, call (315) 878-2763 or email theblackexpo@gmail.com.

"The Man Who Invented Christmas" will screen at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8. The film shares the journey that led to Charles Dickens' creation of "A Christmas Carol," a timeless tale that would redefine Christmas.

Join Dr. Marcelle Haddix (Syracuse University’s School of Education Faculty member) and RYT200 of ZenG Yoga for a yoga class that will center on breathing, movement and meditation for the mind, body and soul. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat (limited mats will be available). Class is suitable for beginners.

An OCC representative will be on hand to answer questions about applying to college, financial aid, degree programs and other questions related to attending college. No registration necessary. For teens and adults. Meets on Level 1.