The final Pops in the Park concert will be held July 28 in Onondaga Park. Bring your favorite lawn chairs or blankets. Music starts at 7 p.m.
• July 28 – The Stan Colella Orchestra
Sponsored, in part, by Price Chopper. Onondaga Park is located on Roberts Avenue in the Strathmore neighborhood.
Call (315) 473-4330 for more information.
A public discussion with director of Tiny Homes for Good will be held at 5 p.m. July 29 at Southwest Community Center. This meeting is to discuss the sale for one dollar of a vacant lot on the South Side. The lot is owned by Onondaga County and located at 425-427 W. Kennedy St. The meeting will be hosted by the South Side legislator Monica Williams.
The next Women's Mentoring & Empowerment event will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 30, at Strada Mia Restaurant's upstairs lounge, 313 N. Geddes St. Refreshments will be served. Attendees will have the opportunity to socialize and hear from one of the group's rising college freshmen who is currently attending the "Beating the Odds Summit" at The White House. Adavia was one of four young women in the group's program who were selected for this opportunity. To RSVP, email MelissaMenon@onpointforcollege.org OR call (315) 440-3366.
Joined Artists, Musicians & Singers Present: Musicians Cookout 2K15. Saturday Aug. 1 from noon to 6 p.m. at Clark Reservation, 6105 E. Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville. All artists' family, friends and fans are welcome. Food, Music and Fun provided.
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.
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.
A free Back to School & Community Celebration will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at Skiddy Park, sponsored by REACH Community Relief International. The following community organizations will also be on site to register students for free youth programming offered throughout the community: YWCA Girl’s Inc,./STYA (Successfully Transitioning Youth to Adolescence), Catholic Charities – Vincent House, Pretty Girls Rock, Saturday Academy with 100 Black Men of Syracuse, Delta Youth Initiatives, Le Moyne College Upward Bound and Mercy Works (iCan Robotics Program, Teen Tech, SYNERGY, Passport 2 Vision, Vision Velocity). This event is open for the entire community.
Believe in Syracuse will hold an Office Opening from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2, at South Side Innovation Center. Believe in Syracuse's Office Opening is sponsored by Wegmans who is providing free food and beverages for the event. Also at the event, attendees will learn more about the South Side Innovation Center (SSIC) and all the tenants that call it home.
The Eastside Community Festival will be held from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, at Bethany Baptist Church. The festival will include a kids zone, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, a community church kickoff, live music and more. Admission to this event is free and open to the public however there will be minimal fees for food and other merchandise for sale. For more information, contact (315) 567-1268.
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