Science Fun for Families – Bath Bombs

Beauchamp Branch Library 2111 S. Salina St., Syracuse , NY, United States

Bring the family for a fun science and technology experiment. In this class, attendees will learn how to make your own bath bombs. Registration is required. Call (315) 435-3395 or visit the library in person to register. For teens and adults.

Poetry Reading

Paine Branch Library 113 Nichols Ave., Syracuse, NY, United States

In honor of National Poetry Month, visit the library for a poetry reading by Syracuse University’s Verbal Blend poets. Verbal Blend is SU’s premier spoken-word program designed to enhance students' confidence in writing and performing original poems.

Community Discussion on I-81

Community Folk Art Center 805 E Genesee St., Syracuse, NY, United States

The New York Civil Liberties Union will host a community discussion - "The Viaduct Must Come Down: The Fight to Restore Racial Justice ad Equity in I-81's Replacement" - beginning at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at the Community Folk Art Center. Panelists will include Jay Arzu, a transportation equity research fellow for the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation; Lanessa Chaplin, I-81 Project Counsel with the NYCLU; Dr. Lemir Teron, SUNY ESF environmental studies professor, and Andrew Croom, staff attorney with Legal Services of CNY. The evening will open with a networking mixer and conclude with a town hall discussion after the panel members speak. To learn more, contact Yusuf Abdul-Qadir, CNY Chapter director with the NYCLU, at yabdulqadir@nyclu.org. 

‘I Hear America Singing I Hear America Singing’

Hendricks Chapel 900 South Crouse Ave., Syracuse, NY, United States

"I Hear America Singing" is the final concert of the season for the Syracuse Children's Chorus.  It is the culmination of all the year of hard work and features all of the SCC ensembles as well as our City Satellite Singers and some special guest collaborators.

Lecture: Striving to Build Healthy Communities in a Post-Conflict Region of the Congo

Syracuse University 900 S. Crouse Ave., Syracuse, NY, United States

Dr. Adolphe Nyakasane, founder and CEO of Action Sociale Kesho Kong and head of pediatric service at General Hospital of CIRIRI, Democratic Republic of Congo, will speak at Syracuse University at 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, in 204 Maxwell Hall. General pay parking is available at Irving Garage.

Painted Rocks for Mom

Betts Branch Library 4862 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Paint a rock to give to your mom for Mother’s Day. Examples and all supplies provided. For anyone ages 11-18.

Alzheimer’s Association – Effective Communication Strategies

Mundy Branch Library 1204 S. Geddes St. , Syracuse, NY, United States

Communication is more than just talking and listening, it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Join us to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease. Registration required. Call (315) 472-4201.

Talk to a Lawyer

Central Library 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

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. Arrive early and sign in as space is limited. For adults. Meets at the library's CNY Meeting Room, Level 3.

Planned Parenthood Office Hours

Central Library 447 S. Salina St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Planned Parenthood educator Mallory will distribute brochures, fact sheets and give-aways, 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. For teens and young adults. Session meets in the library's TeenSpace, Level 1.