In this newsletter, you'll find a compilation of news, events, and #DealAlerts in Downtown Syracuse through Monday, September 12. The next Downtown News & Events Newsletter will be sent out on Tuesday, September 13. Be sure to follow your favorite retailers, restaurants and cultural institutions on social media for more information! | |
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Congratulations City of Syracuse: Special Achievement Award Winner
Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, presented the City of Syracuse with the Special Achievement in GIS Award for their work on the City's Winter Weather Operations tool released this past winter. The Office of Accountability, Performance & Innovation (API) and the Department of Public Works (DPW) received the award for their collaborative, innovative use of mapping and analytics technology. The tool takes live data from sensors on plows and transforms it using real-time data analytics, fed into an online platform that aids decision-making during the winter season.
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Syracuse Poster Project Searching for Writers & Artists
The Syracuse Poster Project is looking for its next cohort of artists and poets to fill Downtown with art! The annual Poster Project comes together in a few phases. First, poets are encouraged to submit three-line and four-line poems with the theme of the "10 Syracuse Spirits." The judges choose a selection of poems and share this list with participating artists, who will select their favorite poem to illustrate. Then, the finished posters are presented to a judging panel who will choose the final ten designs to be displayed. The selected posters will be displayed throughout the Downtown kiosks and in the windows of the South Salina Street Post Office. If you are interested in participating, visit posterproject.org for more details.
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Join Our Team! Now Hiring for a Communications Associate
We’re looking for a Communications Associate to join the Downtown Committee of Syracuse team. The Communications Associate is responsible for a broad range of duties related to content and messaging. They will develop and support all internal and external communications, ensuring messaging is engaging, while supporting Downtown Committee of Syracuse’s marketing objectives. This position also plays a key role in cultivating and sharing the stories of the community, helping to promote the variety of downtown experiences available, and the revitalization activity underway in Downtown Syracuse. More information and how to apply can be found at this link.
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Join Our Team! Now Hiring for a Part-Time and Full-Time Outdoor Maintenance & Groundkeeper
We’re hiring! The Downtown Committee of Syracuse is looking to expand its outdoor environmental maintenance crew. Maintenance crew members help to provide an attractive Downtown Syracuse through litter control, graffiti removal, power washing, lawn mowing, weeding, snowplowing, landscaping, and street furniture maintenance. The part-time position is a weekend position and more information can be found by accessing this link. The full-time position requires weekend availability. More information can be found here.
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16th Annual Downtown Living Tour: Tickets on Sale Now!
Right now, nearly 5,000 people call Downtown Syracuse home. If you’ve ever been curious about the Downtown lifestyle, The Downtown Committee of Syracuse invites you to “Live Downtown for a Day” at this year’s Downtown Living Tour!
On Saturday, September 24, five different downtown developments will open their doors for tours – including several Airbnb units available to rent for a weekend of Downtown fun. Tourgoers will be granted free access to Downtown's museums, as well as be able to take advantage of offers from local businesses.
Tickets are on sale now for the 16th Annual Downtown Living Tour. Tickets are $15, and children under ten years old are free.
Stay tuned - We'll be sharing fun facts about each property in our weekly newsletter as we count down to September 24!
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Last Call for Volunteers
Volunteer & Take the Tour for Free!
As our team looks forward to presenting the 16th Anniversary of the Downtown Living Tour on Saturday, September 24, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, volunteers play a big role in making the event successful!
We have opportunities for volunteers to serve in two-hour shifts (Shift 1: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm or Shift 2: 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm).
As a thank you for your time, we will outfit you with a Tour T-Shirt and supply you with a ticket to take the tour (before or after your shift). If you're interested, please let us know by sending a note to ksherlock@DowntownSyracuse.com with the following information:
- Your preferred shift (Shift #1 - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm or Shift #2 - 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm)
- Contact information (Email address and/or phone number)
- T-shirt Size
**If you're interested in volunteering, please let us know by Thursday, September 1**
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Featured Tour Stop: Apartments on Warren
Address: 413 South Warren Street (map)
From beauty salon to beautiful transformation! In 1940, Archie Ajemian purchased 413-417 S. Warren St. to house his hair salon, Archie's House of Beauty. Today, his grandson Stephen Schmitt has transformed the 1920s property – bringing back the brick façade, converting vacant second-floor space into apartments, and retaining the ground-floor commercial space. Unit 102 on the tour is a professionally decorated studio apartment with a full kitchen, queen-sized bed, and walk-out balcony.
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Final Downtown Syracuse Erie Canal Walking Tour
at The Erie Canal Museum
Thursday, September 1, 10:30 am to 11:30 am
Join The Erie Canal Museum for the final guided walking tour of historic Downtown Syracuse this summer. Explore the same path where the Erie Canal once ran through the city. The tour steps off from the museum, travels to Clinton and Hanover Squares and returns to the Weighlock Building.
Cost: Free | $10 Suggested Donation
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6th Annual Orange Stripe Ceremony
at Shaughnessy's Irish Pub
Thursday, September 1, 11:30 am
Celebrate the return of Syracuse University fall sports with Shaughnessy's Irish Pub this Thursday for the ceremonial orange stripe painting down South Warren Street. Enjoy streetside hot dogs and swag outside on the sidewalk and participate in the annual tradition!
Cost: Free
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Beers, Bikes, and Barges
at The Erie Canal Museum and Talking Cursive Brewing Company
Thursday, September 1, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Join The Erie Canal Museum and Talking Cursive Brewing Company for an hour-long cycling tour throughout Syracuse, examining the city's unique brewing and canal history. The ride will begin at the museum and end at Talking Cursive, where attendees will learn about the historic Greenway's Brewing, a brewery once housed where Talking Cursive is located today.
Cost: $20
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The 85 South Show Live - Ghetto Legends 2: Unfinished Business
at The Upstate Medical Arena at The Oncenter War Memorial
Thursday, September 1, 8:00 pm
Over the past few years, the 85 South Show has been shaking up the podcast world through improv and freestyle by some of the top rising comedic talents from the South. Join DC Young Fly, Karlous Miller and Chico Bean as they bring their skills to Syracuse.
Cost: $45+
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Historic Ghostwalk: Spirits In The City
at Onondaga Historical Association
Friday, September 2, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Saturday, September 3, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Saturday, September 10, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Sunday, September 11, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
The popular Ghostwalks presented by the Onondaga Historical Association return to Downtown Syracuse. The Spirits in the City guided walks take attendees to locations where they can learn about "ghosts" from Syracuse's past. During the tour, attendees will meet new, never-before-seen individuals of interest from our City's history.
Cost: $12 Members | $15 Non-Members
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Final Pathway of Resistance Walking Tour
at The Erie Canal Museum
Saturday, September 3, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
The final Pathway of Resistance Walking Tour takes place this weekend. The walking tour examines the African-American experience on the banks of the Erie Canal and is brought to the community by The Erie Canal Museum. Space is limited, and registration is encouraged to ensure you have a spot.
Cost: Free| $10 Suggested Donation
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Lao Food Show
at The Salt City Market
Saturday, September 3, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Sunday, September 4, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Expand your horizons and learn how to cook some Lao cuisine with chef Vekonda Luangaphay, founder of The Lao Project. Attendees will learn about one of Lao's most culturally popular dishes, Laap Gai and enjoy tasting the delicious savory and herbaceous chicken salad. Attendees will enjoy eating the plate in the traditional Lao way with their hands! Attendees will walk away from their "trip to Laos" with a recipe card to recreate the dish at home.
Cost: $65
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We Are Still Here & Mohawk Double Feature
at The Museum of Science & Technology
Saturday, September 3, 7:00 pm
Reckless Cinema & After Dark present a double feature screening this Saturday at The Exploradome at The Museum of Science & Technology. Attendees can expect to see We Are Still Here and Mohawk, two films shot in Syracuse! Tickets are available individually or as a bundle deal for both screenings.
Cost: $12+
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Downtown Syracuse Farmers Market
at Clinton Square
Tuesday, September 6, 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
The Downtown Farmers Market continues, rain or shine, every Tuesday in Clinton Square! The Market is the place to find a variety of fresh, locally-grown fruit, vegetables and plants, baked goods, and specialty items, including dog treats and homemade soaps. In addition, during the Farmers Market, attendees can enjoy listening to live music during the Lunchtime Live Music Series between 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.
As we continue to celebrate everyone who contributes to our community's vibrancy, we will host the Downtown Coffee Break next week between 8:00 am, and 10:00 am!
Cost: Free to attend
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Downtown Coffee Break
at The Downtown Farmers Market at Clinton Square
Tuesday, September 6, 8:00 am to 10:00 am
Do you work in Downtown Syracuse? The Downtown Committee of Syracuse is celebrating our Downtown workforce with the return of The Downtown Coffee Break! If you work in Downtown Syracuse, swing by The Downtown Farmers Market at Clinton Square between 8:00 am and 10:00 am for a FREE cup of coffee and pastry samples from Cafe Kubal! In addition, Colin Aberdeen will play live music, and there will be a chance to enter a drawing to win a gift basket and other assorted prizes.
Cost: Free for Downtown Employees!
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Macrame Feather Wall Hanging Workshop
at Cafe Kubal (Salina Street)
Thursday, September 8, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Are you interested in learning how to create a suncatcher? Next week at Cafe Kubal, Right Mind Syracuse will host a Suncatcher Workshop where attendees will learn how to make one with their hands. Cafe Kubal will have drinks and light bites available for purchase if you get hungry or thirsty during the workshop.
Cost: $30
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Syracuse University Visiting Artist Lecture Series with Raymon Elozua
at The Everson Museum of Art
Thursday, September 8, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
The Everson Museum of Art and Syracuse University will partner to present an artist lecture featuring Raymon Elouza. Elouza has spent the past five decades creating art whose work explores ceramic, glass and steel's physical properties and elemental nature. His exhibition will open to the public on Saturday, September 10, in the museum.
Cost: Free with museum admission
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Syracuse Irish Festival
at Clinton Square
Friday, September 9, 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Saturday, September 10, 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Syracuse Irish Festival is almost here! The festival will feature modern and traditional Irish music, dancing, food and more. During the festival, attendees will hear from well-known bands, including The Elders, Enter The Haggis, House of Hamill and more.
Cost: Free
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Opening Night Reception
at The Everson Museum of Art
Friday, September 9, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Next week, the Everson Museum of Art is holding an Opening Night Reception in honor of the new and upcoming exhibits. Attendees will enjoy light bites and artist appearances, and a cash bar will be available. During the evening, artist Raymon Elozua and museum ceramics curator Garth Johnson will host an artist talk.
Cost: Free Members | $15 Non-Members
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Syracuse Swing Connection Monthly Social Dance
at The McCarthy Mercantile
Saturday, September 10, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
The Syracuse Swing Connection returns next Saturday with a social at The McCarthy Mercantile. No experience or partner is necessary, and all ages are welcome! Beginner and refresher lessons will be held from 6:15 pm to 7:00 pm, before the dance floor social begins.
Cost: $5
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City Market
at The Everson Plaza
Saturday, September 11, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
City Market returns to The Everson Community Plaza next Sunday! Keeping with tradition, every second Sunday through October, vendors from across the region will fill the Everson Community Plaza with ceramics, vintage clothing, furniture, home décor, handmade crafts, antiques and more for City Market. On City Market Sundays, the museum offers "Pay What You Wish" admission.
Cost: Free
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This compilation of weekly reoccurring events includes food specials, trivia, live music, wellness opportunities and more!
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Each week, this newsletter presents a variety of arts and cultural events. Stay up to date with all of the happenings by clicking on the logos of the organizations represented above. | |
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LGBTQ Leader Mastermind
at Michael Sgro Leadership Coaching
Wednesday, September 14, 7:30 am to 9:30 am
Join like-minded LGBTQ leaders for a collaborative strategy, innovation and support meeting. Attendees will hear about topics ranging from new business development, to leadership, mentorship, creating a partnership and emotional intelligence.
Cost: Free
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Emotional Vampires at Work
via Michael Sgro Leadership Coaching
Saturday, September 11, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Do you deal with emotional vampires in your day-to-day life? An "Emotional Vampire" is someone who drains your emotional energy and feeds upon your willingness to listen, while leaving you feeling exhausted and drained. In this online workshop from Michael Sgro Leadership Coaching, attendees will learn how to set up clear expectations for emotional vampires and address what issues may cause the behavior. By rooting out such behavior in the workplace, groundwork can be laid for effective communication practices moving forward. All attendees are asked to have their cameras on. Michael Sgro Leadership Coaching specializes in emotional intelligence and empathy training.
Cost: Free
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Cocktails & Crafts Workshop: Side Cars & Swipe Painting
at GILDED CLUB
Thursday, September 15, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
In a few weeks, Right Mind Syracuse and GILDED CLUB will partner to present a Cocktails & Crafts workshop. During the class, attendees will learn how to create a fully customizable side car cocktail, and then learn how to make a swipe painting. All materials to create your swipe painting will be provided.
Cost: $40
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Author Reading Series: Poet Andrea Jurjevic
via the Downtown YMCA Writers Center
Friday, September 16, 7:00 pm
Next month, The YMCA of CNY's Downtown Writers Center will virtually host Poet Andrea Jurjevic as part of its ongoing Author Reading Series. Jurjevic is the author of two poetry collections In Another Country and Small Crimes. Her works have been nominated for many awards and has been selected for the 2022 Saturnalia Books Prize.
Cost: Free
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Festa Italiana Syracuse
in front of Syracuse City Hall
Friday, September 16
Saturday, September 17
Sunday, September 18
Festa Italiana Syracuse, also known as Italian Fest, returns to Downtown next month. The annual festival features live music, dance performances, kids' arts and crafts, and Italian Food! The celebration of all things Italian has been an annual event in Downtown Syracuse since 1998.
Cost: Varies
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Opening Night
at Oncenter Crouse Hinds Concert Theater
Saturday, September 17, 7:30 pm
Symphoria is celebrating its 10th anniversary season next month with featured violinist William Hagen. Attendees will hear Umoja, Anthem of Unity for Orchestra by Coleman, Concerto for Violin in D Major by Stravinsky, and Symphony No. 2 in E minor, Opus 27 by Rachmaninoff.
Cost: $20+
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Unwind this week with a Massage at Hand in Health. Take advantage of new patient introductory offers and book your first 60-minute massage for just $60 or your first 90-minute massage for $90! Introductory offers may be used with each therapist once. Book an appointment now at the link below. | Save on your bi-weekly grocery trip with savings from The Syracuse Cooperative Market! New deals will be featured every other week as part of the COOP Deals. | | |
Are you looking to transform your body in 42 days or less? Metro Fitness has 30 slots available for those interested in looking for that extra push to achieve their fitness goals. Registered participants will enjoy exciting body toning, metabolism-boosting, and energy-boosting workouts. In addition, every participant will receive a custom Metro42 Meal Plan and grocery shopping list and Attitude Coach who will provide psychological and emotional support tools to help attendees complete their Metro42 Challenge. To sign up, send an email to randy@getmetrofit.com. | | | |
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The newest house band on national TV is from Central New York! Frequently seen performing at Funk 'n Waffles and most recently seen performing at Hanover Thursdays, Sophistafunk was chosen to be the house band for Guy Fieri's newest show, Guy's Ultimate Game Night. As the house band, Sophistafunk will provide musical accompaniment through original songs and new music created for the show. The band was formed nearly 15 years ago when Adam Gold, owner of Funk 'n Waffles, met drummer Emmanuel Washington. Gold met Fieri through his popular show, Diners, Drive-ins and Dives in 2012 and has remained connected ever since. The band makes their premiere appearance tomorrow, Wednesday, August 31, at 9:00 pm on the Food Network. | | | | | |
