Curatorial Concerns in Jazz Panel Discussion will be held from noon to 1 p.m.   Monday, Feb. 24, in the Peter Graham Scholarly Commons, Room 114, Bird Library on the Syracuse University campus, 222 Waverly Ave. Gerald Veasley, renowned bassist, founder of the “Bass Boot Camp,” host of the Berks Jazz Fest and curator of the jazz series “Unscripted,” with Jazmin Ghent, a Veasley protégé and 2019 NAACP award winner, will reflect on their paths to success in the music industry. Session is free and open to the public.

Curatorial Concerns in Jazz Community Master Class will be offered by musicians Gerald Veasley, musical polymath, and Jazmin Ghent, a fast-rising female saxophonist/vocalist/educator, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 24, at the Community Folk Art Center, 805 E. Genesee St. Veasley played in West Philly RnB bands in his teens and entered the international marketplace as bassist for the legendary Joe Zawinul, playing in The Zawinul Syndicate from 1988 to 1995. A successful recording and touring career followed. Ghent was voted “2017’s Best New Smooth Jazz Artist” and awarded the prestigious “2019 NAACP IMAGE AWARD” for Outstanding Jazz Album. She has three Billboard #1 singles to her credit: “Work Wit It,” “Heat” and “Compared to What.” The class is free open to the public, but those interested must RSVP to Spencer Stultz at (315) 442-2230 or slstultz@syr.edu by Friday, Feb. 21.

All are invited to view a free screening of "Beautifully Broken."

Join the CNY Young Naturalists on the first Wednesday of the month to learn about local wildlife and their habitats. Session open to children ages 5 to 12. Meets in the KidSpace, Level 2.

The 2019-20 season will continue at 8 a.m. March 5 in a new location, Room 016 in the Nancy Cantor Warehouse. The room is directly off of the Fayette Street entrance or a short walk down the stairs or elevator ride from the Washington Street entrance. March 5 will welcome Matt Vincent, partnership specialist with the U.S. Census Bureau, to speak about the upcoming census count and its importance.

Learn about free health screenings and services from a variety of local health organizations including ACR Health, Helio Health and members of the National Black Leadership Commission on Health. Treatment for drug addiction, recovery services, housing and prevention methods are some of the topics covered by these nonprofit organizations. Meets on Level 1.

A timely conversation on bail reform will begin at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 5, at the Community Folk Art Center, 805 E. Genesee St. This free event will feature a panel and roundtable discussions. Refreshments will be served; reception begins prior to discussion at 5:30. Paid parking is available.

Staff from the Syracuse Chapter of Easterseals NY will be on hand to assist veterans in obtaining free services for those who are disabled, homeless or at risk of losing housing and facing other barriers to employment. Open to all veterans. Meets in Level 1.

Learn the skills that can help you get a job in the manufacturing field. A certified instructor will teach soldering skills as well as important safety information for the manufacturing workplace. Attendees will also learn techniques for crafting one's resume and interviewing that will make employers more likely to hire. Participants who complete all four sessions will have the opportunity to interview for employment with a local manufacturer. Registration is required. Classes are limited to 10. To register, call (315) 435-1835. Sessions open to adults. Meet in MakerSpace, Level 1.

Youth can make a toy car with the library's STEAM car kit. Open to ages 5 to 12. Meets in KidSpace, Level 2.

An OCC representative will be on hand to answer questions about applying to college, financial aid, degree programs and other questions related to attending college.

Struggling with medical or credit card debt? Need legal help but not sure where to turn? Come to Mundy Branch for its new collaboration with the Volunteer Lawyers Project.

The 2019-20 season will continue at 8 a.m. each Thursday in March in a new location, Room 016 in the Nancy Cantor Warehouse. The room is directly off of the Fayette Street entrance or a short walk down the stairs or elevator ride from the Washington Street entrance. March 12 will welcome Dr. Indu Gupta, commissioner of health at the Onondaga County Health Department and Dr. Karen Nardella, medical director, Syracuse University Health Services, will speak about infectious disease and the importance of their work and collaborations.

Need help with your legal problems? Volunteer lawyers will answer your questions on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive early and sign in as space is limited. Meets in CNY Meeting Room, Level 3.

Health educator Mallory will distribute information, answer questions and be available to talk to teens one-on-on. If appropriate, referrals will be made to partner agencies for additional service needs. Meets in TeenSpace, Level 1.

The SRC Arena & Events Center will host the 2020 National College Fair. At these free and open to the public sessions, National College Fairs allow students to interact with admission representatives from a wide range of postsecondary institutions.

The SRC Arena & Events Center will host the 2020 National College Fair. At these free and open to the public sessions, National College Fairs allow students to interact with admission representatives from a wide range of postsecondary institutions.

The 2019-20 season will continue at 8 a.m. each Thursday in March in a new location, Room 016 in the Nancy Cantor Warehouse. The room is directly off of the Fayette Street entrance or a short walk down the stairs or elevator ride from the Washington Street entrance. March 19 will honor Women’s History Month and welcome Carol Faulkner, associate dean and professor of history, to speak about women’s suffrage and the centennial of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

The Recovery Center provides a safe space to support individuals in all stages of recovery from substance use disorders or behavioral health challenges. Learn about the center’s various programs, meetings and special events that are inclusive to the enter recovery community. Their purpose is to help the individual and their support network develop the skills they require to maintain a successful recovery. Meets in Level 1.

Attorneys from the Consumer Legal Advocacy Resource Office (CLARO) will be on hand to provide free legal advice and help with drafting court forms for those fighting debt. Volunteers assist with court cases or judgments related to credit card debt, medical debt, student loans, car loans, utilities collections, lines of credit and charge accounts. This program is offered in collaboration with Syracuse FEC (Financial Empowerment Center). No appointment necessary. Meets in the Community Room, Level 1.

Staff from the Syracuse Chapter of Easterseals NY will be on hand to assist veterans in obtaining free services for those who are disabled, homeless or at risk of losing housing and facing other barriers to employment. Open to all veterans. Meets in Level 1.

Ever wonder how you can make a tower out of bubbles? We’ve got the answer. Join library staff for this activity intended for ages 5 to 12. Meets in the KidSpace, Level 2.

The 2019-20 season will continue at 8 a.m. each Thursday in March in a new location, Room 016 in the Nancy Cantor Warehouse. The room is directly off of the Fayette Street entrance or a short walk down the stairs or elevator ride from the Washington Street entrance. March 26 Chancellor Kent Syverud and Matt Ter Molen, chief advancement officer, are scheduled to speak about the state of the university and what it means to be “forever orange.”

Need help with your legal problems? Volunteer lawyers will answer your questions on a first-come, first-served basis.

The library is currently closed.

Legal Services of Central New York will be temporarily shifting online and via phone to help ensure the safety of its attorneys, staff & the community during this unprecedented time. If you need legal help on a new matter, complete an ONLINE INTAKE at http://lscny.org/intake or call (315) 703-6500.

Health educator Mallory will distribute information, answer questions and be available to talk to teens one-on-on. If appropriate, referrals will be made to partner agencies for additional service needs. Meets in TeenSpace, Level 1.

Join faith leaders, community leaders and residents united in prayer for the city of Syracuse from 11:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 28, at the entrance to lower Onondaga Park, 655 W. Onondaga St. 

“The Cross & The Lynching Tree" by James H. Cone will be the book under discussion for the ACTS “Race Matters” Book Club during March.  ACTS welcomes all readers to meet 7 p.m. March 30, at Hopps Memorial CME Church, 1110 S. State St. Parking lot is accessible by entrance off Burt Street.