In this newsletter, you'll find:
Downtown Business Directory
Community Updates
Downtown Events
Deals and Promotions
For real-time updates, follow the Downtown Committee on social media (click on the icons below), and check out our website, DowntownSyracuse.com.
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DOWNTOWN IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS! |
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Click here for a collection of takeout options, retail opportunities and other ways to support and engage with Downtown businesses.
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Welcome Back: Indoor Dining Resumes in Downtown Syracuse |
Indoor dining is permitted at Downtown Syracuse restaurants! New York State lifted restrictions for restaurants in the Orange Zone, following the outcome of a court case in Erie County. This means indoor dining is permitted for tables of four or less people. All restaurants in the state are required to close at 10:00 pm for on-site dining. Click here to see the list of dining options, and hours of operation for Downtown restaurants.
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TCGplayer Continues to Grow |
TCGplayer continues to grow and is hiring for 50 open positions, with more to come. Since February 2020, more than 90 people have joined the TCGplayer team. With 300+ employees, TCGplayer is also expanding its footprint in The Galleries of Syracuse, set to occupy an additional 30,000 square feet on the third floor.
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Small Business Giveback Winners Announced |
Congratulations to The Museum of Science and Technology (The MOST) and Wildflowers Armory! Both are newly announced recipients of funds as part of a GoFundMe campaign launched to help small business throughout Syracuse. Led by former SU basketball player Eric Devendorf, the campaign raised $75,000+. A total of 18 business were awarded a portion of these funds. Devendorf announced the winners via Twitter, calling the day "Love Day." He got the idea from watching a national effort led by Barstool Sports.
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The Future of I-81: Project to Start In 2022 |
As the community awaits the results of an environmental review conducted by the Federal Highway Administration and a final public comment period, we learned last week that the groundbreaking of the I-81 project is projected to begin in 2022. In his State of the State address, New York Governor Cuomo said the I-81 viaduct will be transformed into a "modern transportation corridor." An elevated 1.4 mile long portion of the highway runs through Downtown Syracuse, and has outlived its useful life. Plans call for it to be taken down or rebuilt. The New York State Department of Transportation previously announced it favors the Community Grid approach, which would remove the elevated portion of the highway and bring it down to streetlevel, eliminating a barrier that's long divided neighborhoods and opening up new opportunities for development.
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Seasonal Odd/Even Parking Begins In Downtown Syracuse |
As a reminder, seasonal odd/even parking has started in Downtown Syracuse. On the blocks outlined below, overnight on-street parking will alternate, limited to one side between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am. This change officially started at the start of the New Year. To provide safer, more efficient access for snow plows to clear the streets. The parking regulations apply to the following streets:
- 100-200 blocks of E. Jefferson St.
- 100-200 blocks of Madison St.
- 100-200 blocks of Erie Blvd E.
- 100-200 blocks of E. Water St.
- 100-200 blocks of W. Jefferson St.
- 100 & 300 blocks of Montgomery St.
- 100-400 blocks of S. Warren St.
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Ultimate Playlist of Noise premieres on Hulu, putting Downtown in the spotlight
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Downtown Syracuse takes centerstage on the Hulu screen again. The Ultimate Playlist of Noise, the sixth production by American High, debuted on the streaming service on Friday. Filmed in Syracuse, the movie features Armory Square, Downtown Syracuse streets, and other familiar places around our area. During filming, the crew created a Subway stop in Armory Square to simulate New York City. The film is a coming-of-age story following a protagonist and his quest to create a final playlist, as he learns life-changing surgery will result in him losing the ability to hear.
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Scotch Tasting (Virtual)
Thursday, Jan. 21, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join the Everson Museum of Art for a virtual tasting of Balvenie Scotch whisky. Since 1892, Balvenie has been creating carefully-crafted single malt whiskies in Scotland's Speyside region. Participants will receive a free Glencairn whisky glass and discounts on Balvenie whisky.
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Gypsy Freedom Sip & Shop (Virtual)
Thursday, Jan. 21, 7:00 pm
Join Gypsy Freedom for its monthly Sip & Shop, live on Facebook and Instagram. Tune in to hear from guest cohost Kara Corey, see models, and learn about sustainable fashion trends and get the scoop on a fun new promotion! Viewers are encouraged to shop the collection during the event.
Cost: Free
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State of the City Address (Virtual)
Thursday, Jan. 21, 7:00 pm
The City of Syracuse Mayor, Hon. Ben Walsh, invites you to watch a virtual edition of the State of the City 2021 Address, streamed live from the Salt City Market this Thursday. The address can be viewed online from the City of Syracuse's YouTube and Facebook pages.
Cost: Free
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Symphoria: Winter Reflections with Tai Murray
Saturday, Jan. 23, 7:30 pm
Livestream the latest concert by Symphoria - featuring violinist Tai Murray - this Saturday! Symphoria will perform the beautiful and moving Mother and Child by William Grant Still and Stravinsky's masterful L'Histoire du Soldat this Saturday. Violinist Tai Murray will join this virtual event from Germany to play a piece of her choosing.
Cost: $20 individual livestream; $35 family livestream
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Virtual Sunday Funday at the Everson Museum of Art
Sunday, Jan. 24, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Every Sunday, enjoy a guided art-making activity inspired by exhibitions and works from the Everson's collection. These live sessions provide instruction and inspiration for creating your next work of art! Kits are available for pick up at the Museum each week.
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Skates in the City
Open 10:00 am - 8:30 pm Daily
Take in the beauty of Clinton Square from the ice rink! Lace up your own skates, or rent them. Ice rink capacity is currently limited to nine skaters per session. Pre-registration is required. Sessions run for 75-minutes.
Cost: $5/adult; $3/junior 12 and under; $3/seniors 55+; $5 skate rental fee
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Health & Wellness Opportunities |
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Physical & Mental Wellness While Working from Home
Wednesday, Jan, 20, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Learn five simple tips that will keep you on track physically and mentally in today's challenging environment. This virtual presentation will also include stretching, a brief stress-relieving workout and guided breathing exercises.
Cost: $10 for CenterState members; $20 for non-members; Registration required
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6-Week Nutritional Bootcamp through FHIIT Barre & Bodyworks
Starting Jan. 25
This 6-week focused program teaches you how to successfully eat and fuel your body for a lifetime of health! Learn how to count your individual Macros, implement daily intermittent fasting and how to consume carbohydrates to burn fat. Plus, enjoy daily workouts, recipes, coaching and much more!
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2021 Virtual Economic Forecast
Thursday, Jan. 28, 9:00 am
Join CenterState CEO for a virtual presentation on national, state and regional economy trends, plus a 2021 regional economic outlook, compiled with input from CenterState CEO members.
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Join CNYJazz for Virtual January Jazzfest
Saturday & Sunday, Jan. 30-31
Enjoy two days of eclectic blues, funk, Cajun and Americana music! Tickets are available now!
Cost: $15/night; $25/both nights
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Mentoring Monday, A Women's Initiative
Registration open now;
Monday, Feb. 22, 6:00 pm
Join Central New York women professionals for a speed networking event next month. Meet with mentors for 1:1 coaching sessions, group breakout sessions to explore select industries, and make new connections!
Cost: $ 20 per attendee
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Receive a full set of classic lashes for $100 at Bohemia Beauty Bar through the end of January! Call 315-744-6362 to make an appointment.
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Ale 'N Angus Pub is offering a $10 Box Lunch Combo, which includes a club sandwich, homemade kettle chips and a chocolate chip cookie, a pickle spear and bottled water.
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Christo's Cafe is now serving Baklava trays year round! Available in Walnut, Pistachio, Chocolate, or a mix of flavors, the cafe recommends ordering at least three days ahead to ensure availability.
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Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub & Restaurant donated 300 sandwiches to Upstate University Hospital to show support for frontline healthcare workers. Griffin's Guardians also pitched in to donate to the Pediatric Oncology Floor as well. Click here to read more. |
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Kasai Ramen prepared lunch for frontline healthcare workers leading the vaccination effort at the Upstate Medical University Arena at Onondaga County War Memorial. Chef Kyle Mastro has a personal connection to the venue and initiative. He was the former Executive Sous Chef at the Oncenter.
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