Family Movie Matinee
Family Movie Matinee
Enjoy a newly released family film. Free popcorn provided while you watch. For ages 5 and up.
Enjoy a newly released family film. Free popcorn provided while you watch. For ages 5 and up.
Funk Fest 2k17 will be held from 4 to 10 p.m. Sept. 2 at the New York State Fair at the Experience Stage and will feature Steve Arrington, former lead singer of Slave. Event is free with paid admission to the NYS Fair and will include additional performances by regional artists.
Nutrition educator Holly Adams from the Food Bank of Central New York will present a program on healthy eating on a budget, easy ways to eat more produce and meal planning. This program will take place at Central’s first-floor Community Room.
Interviewing - Beyond the Basics with CNY Works will take place at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 7, at Hazard Branch Library, 1620 W. Genesee St. A representative from CNY Works will discuss the important “do’s and don’ts” when interviewing for a job. Register in advance by calling (315) 435-5326.
Meet the artist of this month's art exhibit, "The Billboards We Make Of Ourselves by Andrea Hall," at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9, at Beauchamp Branch Library. Hall's work consists of photographs of T-shirts that are meant to show the eclecticism of human thought and beliefs in the 21st century. She believes wearing a T-shirt or piece of clothing that directly states what we believe is an opportunity to inspire the wearer to action.
Tomorrow's Neighborhood Today (TNT) Southside in association with Soul A La Carte will present a Gala in the Garden at the Brady Farm on Sept. 9. Event will feature a four-course meal featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients harvested from The Brady Farm and musical entertainment.
The Tomorrow's Neighborhoods Today Area 3 Planning Council meets regularly on the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at the South Side Innovation Center, 2610 S. Salina St. Because of this month's holiday, the group will meet Monday, Sept. 11. For more information, call TNT Coordinator Tina Zagyva at (315) 448-8178 or email TZagyva@SyrGov.net.
A SUN member meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12, at the Brady Faith Center. Ed Michalenko, president of the Onondaga Environmental Institute, will be the guest speaker to talk about a proposal he wrote for Lower Onondaga Creek.
The Block Blitz is an annual community revitalization event organized by Home HeadQuarters that brings together homeowners, community partners, skilled laborers and volunteers who donate their time and talents to help cleanup, landscape, paint and repair as many homes as possible in a single day in a high-need neighborhood. This year's event is set for Sept. 14 in Syracuse's South Side. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the 100-200 blocks of West Borden Avenue and will include the 200 block of West Beard and some of Landon avenues.
The National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS, Inc. will offer safe sex kits, education materials and referrals to additional services. Note the SRC will be open to the public during this event and the food pantry will be open. Event held in collaboration with the Onondaga Health Department (PrEP).
This is a professional networking event hosted by Cuse Culture Magazine. Open to CEOs, entrepreneurs, professionals, college students, activists and more. Cash bar available
Sankofa Fest aims to make the Sankofa District the drum and heartbeat of Syracuse. The event will feature and celebrate musicians, artists, entrepreneurs and businesses who love and support the South Side.
Dan the Snakeman will share his knowledge and animal experience at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, at Beauchamp Branch Library. He will thrill his audiences with these amazing animals. Made possible in part by a state grant secured by Sen. John A. DeFrancisco.
Apples are fun for more than just eating. Visitors to the library will be making apple volcanoes, boats, towers and more. Plus, the group will finish by making apple pie playdough to take home. For ages 6 – 12.
The 26th annual Westcott Street Cultural Fair will begin at noon Sunday, Sept. 17, on Westcott Street between Concord and Dell streets. The fair is an annual, one-day celebration of the diversity and uniqueness of the Westcott neighborhood through its culture, visual and performing arts, food, service organizations and family-friendly activities. Free to attend.
NBLCA of Syracuse will observe National HIV/AIDS Awareness Day for the Aging from noon to 2 p.m. Sept. 18, at Syracuse Community Connections in Clovers Corners for Seniors.
To mark the 10th Annual Falls Prevention Awareness Day, a special event will be held Sept. 22, on the first day of fall. This year’s theme is “Ten Years Standing Together to Prevent Falls.” This free event seeks to raise awareness on how to prevent fall-related injuries among older adults. From 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. seniors, age 60 and older, are welcome to participate in: Falls Education, Strength & Balance Screening, A Strength & Balance Exercise Class and enjoy lunch. This event will be held at the Syracuse Dunbar Center, 1453 S. State St. Registration is required by calling (315) 435-2362 ext. 4942 or by emailing ellenmccauley@ongov.net.
Join The Salvation Army as they throw the ultimate end-of-summer block party fully equipped with a barbecue, lawn games, music and prize drawings. Special guest appearances by Eric Devendorf and other former members of The Syracuse Basketball team. The event is held to help raise awareness and funds to cut down on child hunger in Syracuse. For ticket information, contact theevergreen.co/blockparty or call (3150 434-1370. Individuals will have the opportunity to purchase tickets on site as well.
Settle in for a cozy story at the library. Bring your favorite Disney stuffed toy and wear your comfiest pajamas -- Ms. Laura will too.
SCORE will offer an informative luncheon workshop on the best practices for managing your business finances while exploring various options for micro loans, angel investment and crowdfunding. Register at syracuse.score.org. For more information, call Gina at (315) 471-9393 ext. 245.
The National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS, Inc. of Syracuse will host a lunch and learn at the South Side Innovation Center.
Come participate in a creative writing workshop where you will learn the basics of storytelling and create a short story of your own. The stories will be collected into a bound volume and added to the library collection for others to enjoy. Refreshments will be provided. For ages 8 - 15.
The Teen Advisory Board is a group that helps plan programs and make the Central Library a great place for teens to hang out. New members always welcome; no registration necessary. Ages 12 -18. TAB meets at Central’s first-floor TeenSpace.
The National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS, Inc. of Syracuse will provide a HIV/HCV resource table at the ETE Town Hall Forum located at the Atrium at City Hall Commons in downtown Syracuse. This event is open to the public.
Enjoy a newly released family film. Free popcorn while you watch. For ages 5 and up.
Get festive for Fall by making a creative wreath using natural materials in combination with mixed media.