Southside TNT Meeting

Danforth Middle School 309 W. Brighton, Syracuse, NY, United States

The next Southside TNT meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 4, at Danforth Magnet Middle School, 309 W. Brighton Ave. Lanessa Chaplin with the New York Civil Liberties Union will be providing an update regarding the I-81 project.

Rental 101

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

The Volunteer Lawyers Project of Onondaga County will present a program on residential rental rights and responsibilities. A landlord/tenant court attorney will be on hand with basic information appropriate for both landlords and tenants. A Q&A time will follow. For adults and meets in Central Libray's CNY Meeting Room, Level 3.

ACTS Equity in Education Task Force Meeting

Temple Society of Concord 910 Madison St., Syracuse, NY, United States

The Equity in Education task force with the Alliance of Communities Transforming Syracuse (ACTS) continues to focus its attention on research and discussion around issues of integration and concerns in the Syracuse City School District and surrounding districts. Task force members also continue to explore the issues of poverty and integration in local schools. The February meeting will feature Superintendent Jamie Alicea, who will share new initiatives in the SCSD. All are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Kelly Ward at kkwrlt@aol.com.

Free Vision Screening For 55 and Older

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

Aurora of CNY will offer free vision screenings for seniors 55 and older from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, in the library's auditorium.

Free

National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS

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

Under the leadership of NBLCA several nonprofit health organizations will be on hand to share resources and information on AIDS prevention and support services for housing, testing and treatment for persons with chronic diseases. No registration necessary. For teens and adults; held on Level 1 at Central Library.

Relatively Seeking: Solving Family History Mysteries

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

Brenda Muhammad will host this session to share genealogy tips and tricks for solving African-American family genealogy mysteries. She will also share her personal genealogy journey.

Free

Precious Cargo: An Artistic Exploration of Black Migration History

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

Artist Art Brangman will utilize his artwork to provide a historical exploration of African-American heritage, urging attendees to begin the process of closure so healing can begin. Participants will also have an opportunity to design their own Adinkra symbols. Brangman’s artwork will remain on display at the library throughout the month.

Free

Black Migrations: A Journey Through Music Arts

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

Joan Hillsman Music Network will host a talent show featuring poetry, dance and a musical performance by the Syracuse Chapter Gospel Music Workshop of America.

Free

Contributing Factors: How Annie Easley Reached NASA

MOST, 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse MOST, 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse, NY, United States

View the new “SUN AS ART: Photos from the NASA Solar Dynamics Observatory” exhibit and see a special performance in the Bristol Omnitheater of “Contributing Factors: How Annie Easley Reached NASA” from Syracuse Stage’s Backstory program. The Backstory program is a live, interactive and creative history lesson for upper elementary students to adults. Actors will bring historical characters to life. This special exhibit and screening is included with paid admission; $12 for adults and $10 for children. For more information, visit most.org or call (315) 425-9068

Black History Bingo

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

Play, learn and take home a prize. Celebrate Black History Month at Paine with a special game of bingo focused on black history. Learn important facts related to black history by competing with other players to get bingo. The first three players to get bingo take a home a prize. Snacks provided.

Free