TNT Community Task Force Meeting

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

All Task Force members of the South Side Tomorrow's Neighborhoods Today are invited to attend the Presentation of Findings for the TNT South Side 5-Year Plan. APD Solutions will reveal information on the survey findings including the neighborhood data profile, land-use and areas of concern.

Telling the Harlem Renaissance

Petit Branch Library 105 Victoria Place, Syracuse, NY, United States

An African-American baby who refuses to be born in the South; Billie Holiday’s first performance; rent parties; and a night at the Apollo Theater. Hear legends, songs, stories and poems from the Harlem Renaissance period in America’s New York City. Suitable for youth starting in sixth grade to adults. For more information, call (315) 435-3636.

Free

South Side Art Mural Project Community Input Meeting

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

South Side Tomorrow's Neighborhoods Today recently received a grant from the University Neighborhood Service Agreement Advisory Committee (UNSAAC) for an art mural project on the South Side. At this meeting, TNT members will discuss ideas for the murals and gather community feedback, input and enlist volunteers to assist with the project.

Family Movie Matinee: ‘Queen of Katwe’

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

Enjoy the newly released film “Queen of Katwe” based on the true story of Phiona Mutesi, a Ugandan girl who sees her world rapidly change after being introduced to the game of chess. Free popcorn while you watch. Open to all ages.

Free

Black History Month Cabaret

Drumlins Country Club 800 Nottingham Road, Syracuse, NY, United States

Smooth jazz master Jackiem Joyner returns for a reprise performance from last year, joined by Selina Albright, the progeny of the great Gerald Albright. Advance tickets are $35; $40 at the door. For more information, contact Larry Luttinger at (315) 479-5299.

$35 – $40

Donna Alford JaSSBand

Al’s Wine & Whiskey Lounge 321 S. Clinton St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Local group will perform their vocal driven rhythm and blues with popular rhythmic instrumentals. The group says it performs regularly at Al’s on “the Sunday nights when school teachers, government workers and bankers don’t have to work the next day.” No cost for entry. For more information, call Al’s at (315) 703-4773.

Tax Help

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

AARP Tax Preparers are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays by appointment only to help residents prepare a 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 435-1940 to schedule an appointment.

Free

African Percussion Ensemble

Hazard Branch Library 1620 W. Genesee St., Syracuse, NY, United States

Onondaga Community College’s African Percussion Ensemble will perform rhythms of Gahu, Gota and Bagr Bine. For all ages.

Free

I am Black History

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

Event will be led by Brenda Muhammad with Focusing Our Resources for Community Enlightenment (FORCE) Ready Syracuse Project and will highlight local Black History and share ways you can record and celebrate your own history. Free and open to all age. For more information, call (315) 435-3395.

Free

Tax Help

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

AARP Tax Preparers are available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays by appointment only to help residents prepare a 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 435-1940 to schedule an appointment.

Free