The SUNY Upstate University Department of Geriatrics will host a healthy aging gathering called “Seasons of Change," in collaboration with Syracuse Community Connections and Healthy Neighbors Partnership to offer education on healthy living and aging, memory health and opportunities to participate in other Department of Geriatrics events. Gifts and prizes for seniors who attend will be provided, while available. Geriatrics is a medical specialty dedicated exclusively to providing high quality, patient-centered care for older adults.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.