The Citizen Review Board (CRB) of Syracuse is a city agency which conducts fair and independent investigations in response to complaints filed against members of the Syracuse Police Department and makes policy and disciplinary recommendations to the SPD. The CRB will host its final community outreach and education event at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Mundy Branch Library, 1204 S. Geddes St. The workshop will provide the public with information on the CRB process and the role of the CRB in the community. There will also be a discussion on how to safely interact with police officers in which the CRB will provide recommendations on how to increase the likelihood that an interaction with police goes as smoothly as possible. For any questions or follow up, contact the CRB Administrator Joseph L. Lipari at (315) 448-8750 or by email at jlipari@syrgov.net

The 8th Annual Halloween Spooktacular will be held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at Beauchamp Branch Library, 2111 South Salina St. The event is free to attend. Join the library for a fun filled night of games, crafts, food and activities for the entire family. Arrive in costume if you’d like! Call the library at (315) 435-3395 and ask for Christine

The 7th anniversary of Gwen, Inc.’s, You Can’t Fail Because Your History Says You Can’t Conference will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Doubletree Hotel in Syracuse. The theme is “Celebrating the Unexpected Leader: Skills to Help You Excel in Leadership." The event provides professional women of color and women who support them, with skills to help them excel in leadership, offering workshops, educational presentations, inspiring words from regional women, vendors and live musical performances. For more information and to register, visit www.YCFConference.org

"Body of War" is an intimate and transformational feature documentary about the true face of war today. Meet Tomas Young, 25 years old, paralyzed from a bullet to his spine – wounded after serving in Iraq for less than a week. The film is Tomas’ coming home story as he evolves into a new person, …

Journey through music of the African Diaspora (JMAD) Presents James Gordon Williams with his band Outlaw Culture Music. Doors open at 6 p.m. with concert starting at 6:30 p.m.

The Skä•noñh – Great Law of Peace Center will have its Grand Opening to the public with a festival-like atmosphere on Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Center will be a hub of activity as visitors will have their first opportunity to experience the culture of the Haudenosaunee like never before. The brand new exhibits will explore the subjects of Skä•noñh, the Thanksgiving Address, the Creation Story, the Great Law of Peace, Native American/European contact and Haudenosaunee contributions to the American way of life. The centerpiece of each exhibit section will be an educational film that features the Haudenosaunee people explaining their heritage and values as they have been passed down from generation to generation. The day will be filled with programs and activities including a book discussion, artist demonstrations, and native music and food. There is no admission fee on Saturday and all are welcome.

Building Bridges, a special workshop at Beauchamp Branch Library, will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28. The session is free and open to all. Youth can learn how bridges defy gravity and hold you up, learn why some hold trucks and trains but others wobble when you walk on them. Youth can design, learn about and build their own Popsicle stick bridge. To learn more, call (315) 435-3395

Beauchamp Branch Library will host a city-wide talent showcase starting at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, for ages 12 and up (please preregister be calling the library at 435-3395). A great opportunity for participants to showcase their talent, gain exposure and perform.