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Community Updates
Property of the Week
Events & Activities
Plan Your Week in Downtown Syracuse
Looking Ahead to Next Week
Save The Date
#DealAlert!
Social Spotlight
Challenge '22 Updates
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Syracuse Festival Fund: Round 3 Applications Due July 30
The Downtown Syracuse Foundation continues to accept applications for Round 3 of the Syracuse Festivals Fund, which was established to provide grant support for festivals and events that were negatively impacted by the pandemic. To be considered for Round 3 of funding, applications are due by 11:59 pm Saturday, July 30. Eligibility requirements, additional details, and a link for the application are provided below.
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New Lease on Life, Coming Soon to Symphony Tower
We are learning more about plans to bring new life to Symphony Tower, also known as the Hotel Syracuse Tower. Hayner Hoyt Corp. is planning a $17.4 million renovation to reintroduce the property as Symphony Place. Plans call for 75 apartments and 40,000 square feet of commercial space. The tower was originally built in the 1980s as an annex to Hotel Syracuse, and closed in 2004.
The project is expected to begin in July, and is projected to be finished early in 2023.
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PROPERTY OF THE WEEK: SALINA PLACE |
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Center-city office space is now available for lease at Salina Place! Built in the late 19th century to house a dry goods store, this historic building has undergone extensive redevelopment, expansion, and restoration over the years, culminating in the beautiful 4-story mixed-use building we see today. Located in the Heart of Downtown at 205 S. Salina St., Salina Place now contains luxury apartments, prime retail space, on-site gym Metro Fitness, and office space. There is one move-in ready office suite available on the fourth floor, with exposed brick, hardwood floors, and other Class A finishes throughout.
Conveniently located near Armory Square, Clinton Square, and Hanover Square, the west-facing office overlooks Perseverance Park. The central location makes it an easy walk to government buildings, and the offices, entertainment, and restaurants of Downtown Syracuse.
Office SF Available: 4,289 SF
Asking Rent: $16/SF + $1/SF for Premise Electric
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Contact: Matt Funiciello
Phone: (315) 472-2020
Contact: Cory LaDuke
Phone: (315) 472-2020
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50th Anniversary Season of the Downtown Syracuse Farmers Market:
at Clinton Square
Tuesday, June 14, 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
This morning, the Downtown Farmers Market began its 50th season in Clinton Square. Continuing every Tuesday through October 11, Clinton Square will be the place to find fresh, locally-grown fruit, vegetables and plants, as well as baked goods and specialty items including homemade soaps and pet treats, rain or shine! New this year – to help celebrate the milestone 50th Anniversary season – we’re introducing “ Community Days” to celebrate and show our appreciation for all of the industries and sectors that contribute to our vibrant neighborhood.
The “Lunchtime Live Music Series,” which will be held every week – weather permitting – at The Market from 11:30 am – 1:30 pm. Tom Gilbo, aka “Elvis” will kicked things off today. Next week, Jim Lamica will perform jazz tunes to celebrate Syracuse Jazz Fest returning to Downtown Syracuse.
Cost: Free to attend
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Bourbon & Whiskey Tasting
at The Tasting Room & Cheese Bar at Epicuse
Wednesday, June 15, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Tomorrow, after the traditional workday ends, The Tasting Room & Cheese Bar at Epicuse will host a bourbon and whiskey tasting, with 30 varieties available to sample.
PS: Register in advance for a chance to win a bourbon-themed basket!
Cost: Free to attend | Food available for purchase
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History Happy Hour
at Talking Cursive Brewing Company
Wednesday, June 15, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Are you a fan of our local history? The Erie Canal Museum and Talking Cursive Brewing Company are partnering to present a History Happy Hour. The fun starts at 5:00 pm. At 6:30 pm Museum Educator Derrick Pratt will host a presentation about John Greenway's canal yacht, the "Annie Laurie."
Cost: Free to attend | Food and Beverage available for an additional cost
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Breaking Into Blues
at City Place Park
Thursday, June 16, 12:00 pm
Are you looking for some lunchtime entertainment? The Downtown community is invited to listen to a free lunchtime blues concert featuring The Ripcords at City Place Park ( map) this Thursday. This free lunchtime concert is brought to the community by Visit Syracuse ahead of The Blues Festival this weekend.
Cost: Free to attend
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All Love Comes Home Book Signing by Gene Fisch
at Onondaga Historical Association
Thursday, June 16, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
The Onondaga Historical Association will host author Gene Fisch for a book discussion and signing this week. Gene Fisch wrote All Love Comes Home: A Promise of Truth which is part memoir, part tribute to his parents. The book features a variety of lessons taught by his parents, Polish immigrants who escaped the shadow of war and a decades-long occupation by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. The book was published in 2012, and maintains relevance as the world responds to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. If you plan on attending, RSVP by emailing ohamuseum@cnyhistory.org by the end of today.
Cost: Free to attend
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Spring Celebration
at The Everson Museum of Art
Thursday, June 16, 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Did you get your tickets for the Spring Celebration at The Everson Museum of Art? Attendees are encouraged to wear cocktail attire and will enjoy art, food, friends, music and fun! In addition, guests will be among the first to see Derek Porter's permanent installation, Facet Wrap, in person. And, they'll be treated to a behind-the-scenes tour of Everson's innovative new café, Louise.
Cost: $80 Members | $100 Non-Members
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Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
at The Redhouse Arts Center
Thursday, June 16, 7:00 pm
Friday, June 17, 7:00 pm
Saturday, June 18, 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm
Sunday, June 19, 2:00 pm
Don't miss out on your chance to see Dirty Rotten Scoundrels before the theater season ends at The Redhouse Arts Center. There are five more opportunities to see the musical, based on the 1988 hit film of the same name. Set in the French Riviera, two con men compete to see who can swindle $50,000 from a wealthy young heiress.
Cost: $35+
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2022 Fire Chiefs Block Party with Hard Promises
at Shaughnessy's Irish Pub
Friday, June 17, 5:00 pm
This Friday, the community is invited to the Fire Chiefs Block Party at Shaughnessy's Irish Pub with live music by Hard Promises. The Block Party is hosted by The New York State Association of Fire Chiefs as part of its annual conference.
Cost: Free to Attend | Food & Beverage available for an additional cost
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On June 19, 1865, the state of Texas was the last state in the United States to abolish slavery. Every year, communities across the nation commemorate this emancipation by celebrating freedom during Juneteenth. Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021. |
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Day 1 Syracuse Juneteenth Festival
in front of Syracuse City Hall
Friday, June 17, 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm
The Syracuse Juneteenth Festival will be the first in Syracuse since Juneteenth became recognized as a State and Federal holiday. The festival acknowledges the role that the people of Central New York played in achieving and maintaining freedom, equality and opportunity for Black and Brown Americans.
Flag Raising Ceremony
12:00 pm at the steps of Syracuse City Hall
The community is invited to watch as the Juneteenth Flag is ceremoniously raised at City Hall.
Festivities at City Hall
1:00 pm to 10:00 pm in front of Syracuse City Hall
A variety of activities are planned and the community is invited to come out and show your support! There will be performers, games for families and children and food vendors to satisfy your food cravings.
Miss Juneteenth Pageant
5:30 pm at The City Hall Commons Atrium
Young women across Central New York are invited to participate in the Miss Juneteenth and the Little Miss Juneteenth pageant. The pageant is a place to celebrate Black sisterhood and promote a deeper understanding of coming to age as a young woman.
Day 2 Syracuse Juneteenth Festival
in front of Syracuse City Hall
Saturday, June 18, 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
Juneteenth Parade
11:00 am starts at The Dunbar Association and ends at City Hall
The parade will kick off at the Dunbar center and will make its way through the Southside, up North Salina Street and conclude in front of City Hall.
Festivities at City Hall
12:00 pm to 10:00 pm in front of Syracuse City Hall
The festivities continue on Saturday with a fashion show, African dance performances and more.
Cost: Free
Street Closure Information: In order to set up, present and breakdown the event, the following street closures will take place:
Beginning at 7:00 am on Thursday, June 16, the 300 block of East Washington Street will be closed.
Beginning at 5:00 pm on Thursday, June 16, Montgomery Street from East Water Street through East Fayette Street, Market Street from East Washington Street through East Water Street and the 200 block of East Washington Street, east of the KeyBank drive-through will be closed.
East Fayette Street will be open for eastbound and westbound traffic. The Key Bank Parking lot will remain open and accessible via East Fayette Street.
All streets will reopen by the late morning on Sunday, June 19.
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Juneteenth Free Community Day
at The Everson Museum of Art
Saturday, June 18, 11:00 am to 3:15 pm
The Everson Museum of Art will host a free community day with educational activities and events focused on celebrating Black and Brown culture and heritage. The programming is made possible by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding from the City of Syracuse and supported by a Humanities New York Vision/Action Grant. The programming coincides with an opportunity to learn about the exhibit, Sharif Bey: Facets, through the artist’s eyes and words, as he leads a tour.
Citizen James, or The Young Man Without a Country
11:00 am to 12:30 pm at Hosmer Auditorium
Watch a screening of the Syracuse Stage performance, followed by a talk-back with writer Kyle Bass and director Joann Yarrow.
Juneteenth Arts and Crafts
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Main Entrance Podium
Local artist and educator Vanessa Johnson will lead visitors in creating red, black and green Pan-African "Freedom Flags" to celebrate the end of slavery in America.
Crossing Bar Lines: The Politics and Practices of Black Musical Space
12:45 to 2:00 pm at Hosmer Auditorium
Dr. James Gordon Williams will present a lecture on creative music and social justice featuring his book, where he reframes the nature and purpose of creative improvisation to highlight the cultural work of five creative musicians from 2005 - 2019. The lecture will be followed by a piano trio performance.
Sharif Bey: Facets Gallery Tour
2:15 pm to 3:15 pm, Meet at Sculpture Court
Starting at 2:15 pm, Sharif Bey will lead a tour through his exhibit, Sharif Bey: Facets, which is his largest solo exhibition to date. The exhibit amasses work Bey has done over the last two decades - in ceramics, glass and mixed media sculpture - to explore issues of power using the visual heritage of West Africa, Oceania and contemporary African American Culture.
Cost: Free
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Polish Days in Syracuse
at Clinton Square
Friday, June 17, 4:00 pm to 10:30 pm
Saturday, June 18, 12:00 pm to 10:30 pm
Sunday, June 19, 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
This weekend, the Polish Community Club of Utica is hosting a three-day Polish extravaganza at Clinton Square! The festival features live music, authentic Polish food, Polish beer, Polish merchandise and more. Polish cuisine including Potato & Cheese Pierogis, Cabbage Pierogis, Kielbasa Sandwiches, Kapusta, Chrusciki, and the popular Polish plates, are on the menu.
Cost: Free to attend | Food & Beverages are available for an additional cost
Street Closure Information: In order to set up, present and breakdown the event, the following street closures will take place:
Beginning at 6:30 am on Friday, June 17, West Water Street between Salina Street and Clinton Street, Erie Boulevard West between Clinton Street and Franklin Street and Clinton Street between Genesee Street and Washington Street will close to vehicular traffic.
The 200 block of West Water Street will be made into a temporary two way beginning at 6:30 am on Friday, June 17 until late morning on Monday, June 20.
All streets will reopen by late morning on Monday, June 20.
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Open Mic Night
at The Downtown YMCA
Friday, June 17, 7:00 pm
The YMCA's Downtown Writers Center will wrap up its spring authors series with an Open Mic session, allowing 25 writers to read two to three minutes of their work. If you are interested in sharing, please register at the link below.
Cost: Free
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Building Digital Worlds with Drones & Geospatial Technology
at The Museum of Science and Technology
Saturday, June 18, 9:30 am to 11:00 am
The Junior Café series by The Technology Alliance of Central New York is returning to The Museum of Science and Technology (The MOST) this weekend! Attendees will learn about how scientists and engineers at Ramboll, a global technology firm with an office in Downtown Syracuse, are using drones and geospatial technology to build digital worlds. Jason Newton, a scientist with Ramboll, will lead the lesson. He'll explain what it takes to fly a drone professionally, the types of sensors used, and how the data collected from the sensors are used to create digital models, or "digital twins."
Cost: Free
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St. Paul's Open Pantry Donation Drop Off
at St. Paul's Syracuse, the Downtown Episcopal Church
Saturday, May 21, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
St. Paul's Syracuse, the Downtown Episcopal Church, invites neighbors and friends to bring non-perishable food items to help fill the Open Pantry. Keeping with tradition - which occurs on the third Saturday of each month - volunteers will receive donations from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm this Saturday. However, donations may be dropped off at any time.
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Where the Wildflowers Grow
at The McCarthy Mercantile
Saturday, June 18, 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Wildflowers Armory and Grow Brewing Co. have partnered to present Where The Wildflowers Grow! The one-day event will feature a variety of local vendors, live music, and craft beer from Grow Brewing Co in the underground market at The McCarthy Mercantile.
Cost: Free to attend | Food & Beverage is available for an additional cost
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Shop Small Sunday
at The Salt City Market
Sunday, June 19, 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
This Sunday, Shop Small Sunday, a collaboration between Wildflowers Armory and Black Artist Collective, returns to the Salt City Market! Attendees can browse wares from more than 40 antique dealers, vintage curators, not-for-profit organizations and handmade artisan vendors. During the market, attendees will enjoy listening to live music from local musicians.
PS: If you get hungry while browsing the pop-up market, check out the food hall offerings inside!
Cost: Free to attend | Refreshments available for an additional cost
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This compilation of weekly reoccurring events includes food specials, trivia, live music, wellness opportunities and more!
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LOOKING AHEAD TO NEXT WEEK |
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Charcuterie Board Class - Make & Take
at Le Mélange
Tuesday, June 21, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Tickets are still available for Le Mélange's charcuterie board-making class next week! Guests will learn all about the charcuterie board-making process, including how to select the flavors of the board, and how to plate and decorate your board. In addition, instructors will share strategies to make a board that anyone will like. Each ticket-holder will receive all the necessary ingredients to make a board, a locally made wooden board, one drink ticket, and a charcuterie guide.
Cost: $50
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Syracuse Jazz Fest
throughout Downtown Syracuse
Thursday, June 23, 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Friday, June 24, 4:00 pm to 10:30 pm
Saturday, June 25, 4:00 pm to 10:30 pm
Next week, Syracuse Jazz Fest returns to Downtown Syracuse with three days of concerts and performances planned.
The party gets started on Thursday, with performances happening in various venues and restaurants including The Landmark Theatre, Pastabilities, Funk 'n' Waffles, Clinton Street Pub, and more.
On Friday, the festival will move to the main stage at Clinton Square, featuring a variety of well-known jazz performers, including The Salt City Jazz Collective, Sheila Jordan Trio, David Sanborn Electric Band and the Average White Band.
On Saturday, the Joey DeFrancesco Trio will open the festival. The Urban Knights, Boney James and Nathan Williams & The Zydeco Cha Cha's will keep the vibe going through the day and into the evening.
Cost: Free to attend
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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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Nave Law's Party In The Square
at Clinton Square
Wednesday, June 29, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Nave Law's Party In The Square returns to Clinton Square later this month! The evening will feature Marcy Playground as the headlining act, with Tantric and Dan Wagner & Friends as the opening act. If you get hungry or thirsty while partying, four food trucks will be dishing up food and there will be a drink tent with ice cold beer and wine slushies.
Cost: Free to attend | Refreshments available for an additional cost
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Sunrise Yoga
at Clinton Square
Wednesday, July 6, 6:30 am to 7:30 am
Wednesday, July 13, 6:30 am to 7:30 am
Wednesday, July 20, 6:30 am to 7:30 am
Wednesday, July 27, 6:30 am to 7:30 am
Next month, free seasonal yoga classes return to Clinton Square! Attendees should bring a yoga mat to participate. The free program is brought to the community by Metro Fitness, Original Grain, CH Insurance, Mooney Marketing Group and The City of Syracuse.
PS: The first 25 attendees of each Sunrise Yoga session will receive a coupon for a free smoothie from Original Grain!
Cost: Free to attend
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Hand in Health Massage Therapy is here to help all the dads out there feel rejuvenated and refreshed to feel their best for Father's Day. Now through June 19, save $10 on gift certificates for Father's Day with promo code DADGC.
PS: Get a free Theragun add-on treatment with any massage booked this month with promo code THERAGUN.
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Metro Fitness is offering a personal training deal just in time for Father's Day! Dads of all types can enjoy three individual training sessions for $90!
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Anne M. shared a photo of her and fellow cyclists meeting up in Clinton Square for the Downtown Syracuse Bike Tour organized by the Erie Canal Museum! |
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Challenge '22 is a fun and interactive contest designed to support local businesses and places in Downtown Syracuse. You'll receive helpful guides, a task list, and other items to get started when you sign up. As tasks are completed, you will receive puzzle pieces. The challenge runs throughout 2022. When you complete 22 tasks, you'll have enough puzzle pieces to complete a commemorative puzzle. Puzzles feature images by Syracuse Poster Project artists. Sign up by emailing mail@DowntownSyracuse.com. |
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Task #18: Did you know membership to a Downtown museum makes a great gift, for you or others? Visit, consider a
membership or renew your membership at the Everson, Erie Canal Museum, Onondaga Historical Association, or the MOST. Post a picture of you enjoying the venue.
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Heather S. shared this picture she took of the façade at The Everson Museum of Art while enjoying a recent visit! |
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