Small Press Reading Series: Iain Haley Pollock

Salt City Market Commnity Room 484 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Iain Haley Pollock, author of "Ghost, Like A Place" (Alice James Books, 2018), will read selections and lead a generative writing workshop for adults and young people.  Contact Patrick Williams for more more information.

Gifford Author Series with Jason Reynolds

Crouse Hinds Theater John H. Mulroy Civic Center 421 Montgomery St., Syracuse, NY, United States

A New York Times bestseller of novels and poetry for young adult and middle grade audiences, Reynolds’s most recent book, "Look Both Ways: A Tale Told in Ten Blocks" was a National Book Award finalist and named one of the best books of 2019 by NPR and The New York Times. His collaboration with author and historian Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, on the book "Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You" helps young readers understand race and society.

Food Pantry

2221 S. Salina St. 2221 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Each Wednesday, Project S.O.U.L. (Southside Organizing Urban Lives) will hold a food pantry for South Side residents in need of food assistance. A free box of food will be provided. Boxes are limited to one per household and distributed while supplies last. There is no income requirement but identification is required. For delivery options, email thegreatersyracuseprojectsoul@gmail.com or call (315) 991-4203.

Syracuse Parole Justice Town Hall

East Fayette Street Boys & Girls Club of Syracuse 2100 E. Fayette St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Attendees will watch an exclusive screening of "The Interview," a short documentary produced by Oprah Winfrey about the injustices of the parole system. A live panel discussion of formerly incarcerated people will follow, including discussion on parole justice legislation to assist seniors in release from state prison and be reunited with their families. Ahead of the screening, music will be performed by by Brownskin Band and Who Wants Smoke will provide food.

Fresh Food Friday

2223 S. Salina St. 2223 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Each Friday, Project S.O.U.L. (Southside Organizing Urban Lives) will provide fresh foods for South Side residents in need of food assistance. A free box of food will be provided. Boxes are limited to one per household and distributed while supplies last. There is no income requirement but identification is required. For delivery options, email thegreatersyracuseprojectsoul@gmail.com or call (315) 991-4203.

Trick or Treat Community Event

Boys and Girls Club on Shonnard 201 Shonnard St., Syracuse, NY, United States

The Boys & Girls Club will hold a Trick or Treat community event. This is open to all ages and will feature a costume contest, 3 on 3 tournament, prizes, games, free food, free haircuts and candy.

The Addams Family Movie

Burnet Park Coleridge Avenue and Burnet Park Drive, Syracuse, NY, United States

Syracuse Parks & Recreation will screen the 2019 animated The Addams Family movie for free at Burnet Park Friday and Saturday. Activities begin at 6 p.m. with the movie starting at 7 p.m. Families are encouraged to wear costumes and bring blankets and chairs.

The Ghostbusters Car & Free Doughnuts for Kids

Glazed & Confused Syracuse 211 N. Clinton St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Come visit the Ghostbusters car. Visitors encouraged to come in costume. Free carnival doughnut for all children younger than 12.

Fall Gathering at Rahma Food Forest

Rahma Edible Forest Snack Garden 3100 South Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Come together and spend time socializing with other friends of the outdoors and Rahma Food Forest while volunteers tidy up the grounds and take on the bindweed invasion over this Halloween weekend. This meet-up will introduce you to the food forest, opportunities to continue to be involved and other people with your similar interests. Bring gloves or tools if you have them; some will be available for those who cannot bring for themselves.

Halloween Agency Fair and Trunk or Treat Event

Destiny USA 9090 Destiny USA Drive, Syracuse, NY, United States

On Saturday, Oct. 30, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Destiny USA parking lot outside of
Embassy Suites, 311 Hiawatha Blvd. W., local agencies, businesses and groups will come together to offer families with special needs children a fun agency fair and Trunk or Treat event.