In the month of August, Light the Night 315 will continue its mission to cover each side of the city to walk in the spirit of wellness. Two silent marches are scheduled: 6:30 p.m. Aug. 3 on the West Side and Aug. 10 on the North Side. To learn more, contact Desiree Odom or Victoria Coit at (315) 484-6670 or LightTheNight315@gmail.com.

Residents can speak out on internet service during a hearing with the New York State Department of Public Service starting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 6, at Syracuse City Hall. The meeting is to solicit input on their assessment of telecommunications in New York State. Join members of the Connect New York coalition, including Mayor Stephanie Miner, the Communications Workers of America and others for the need of affordable internet service in Syracuse. For more information, contact the Connect New York Coalition through the Office of the Mayor at (315) 448-8005.

Enjoy a night out at Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo’s 19th annual fundraiser, Brew at the Zoo! Sponsored by CXtec and TERACAI. Guests will taste regional wines and beers and enjoy delicious food and music. Who knew philanthropic endeavors could taste so good? Anyone under 21, including infants and toddlers, will not be admitted. Tickets required; advance: $50 per person, group (6+): $45 per person or Door*: $60 per person. (*If available - this event sells out during advance sale every year). For tickets, visit http://www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org/brew-at-the-zoo

Light the Night 315 will continue its mission to cover each side of the city to walk in the spirit of wellness. A silent march is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Aug. 10 on the North Side. To learn more, contact Desiree Odom or Victoria Coit at (315) 484-6670 or LightTheNight315@gmail.com.

A community "Ice Cream Social and House Party" will be held 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 13, on the South Side section of the 2nd District. This will be hosted by Aggie Lane at her home located at 340 Midland Ave. The evening will also include a brief presentation by the Green Party candidate for the 2nd District seat, Frank Cetera, followed by residents making comments on how to improve the neighborhood.

Mary Nelson's 14th annual School Supply Giveaway will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, at the corner of South Salina and Wood Avenue.

Join Open Hand Theater for FREE summer CIRCUS Performances. Events will feature young artists from all over Central New York, Giant Puppets, dancers, jugglers and amazing feats of the CIRCUS.

A community meeting is set for 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the Southwest Community Center to further discuss a request from A Tiny Homes for Good of the County Legislature to donate county land on West Kennedy Street to the group. A Tiny Home for Good will discuss its proposal to build four units on county land at the corner of South Avenue and West Kennedy Street. The meeting is hosted by Common Councilors Monica Williams and Khalid Bey, and moderated by Sharon Owens, CEO of the SWCC, in an effort to hear more comments from residents.

Asian Elephant Extravaganza will be held from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 22, at the zoo. Event is free with paid admission or zoo membership. Celebrate Asian culture and honor the zoo’s magnificent Asian elephants. Enjoy elephant demonstrations, keeper talks, cultural performances, games and activity stations for all ages.