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Upcoming Events at La Casita
Young Art Opening Celebration Come celebrate the creative and artistic achievements of La Casita’s young artists at the opening of the annual Arte Joven/Young Art exhibit! The event will come alive with special performances by La Casita’s La Banda , Danza troupe, and Taller de Teatro , culminating a year of arts and music education programs. The event will be free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Saturday, April 25, 1:00–3:00pm La Casita Cultural Cent
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Visions Teams up with Head Coach of the Syracuse Orange, Felisha Legette-Jack
Felisha Legette-Jack Syracuse, N.Y. – Visions Federal Credit Union is partnering with Felisha Legette-Jack, head coach of Syracuse University’s Women’s Basketball team, with aspirations to bring financial wellness and growth to the Syracuse area – especially for those communities frequently left out of the conversation. Legette-Jack graduated from Syracuse in 1989, receiving multiple honors and recognitions during her time as a student-athlete. She later received three post
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Light A Candle For Literacy Parade & Children's Book Festival 2026
Last year, something special happened. Families gathered. Children met authors. Books were shared. Stories came to life. The Light A Candle For Literacy Parade & Children’s Book Festival brought our community together in a powerful way, and we’re getting ready to do it all again. From children proudly marching in the parade dressed as their favorite book characters, to families discovering new books and meeting inspiring authors, the day was filled with joy, learning, an
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Apr 31 min read


La Casita Newsletter
Young Art Opening Celebration Come celebrate the creative and artistic achievements of Syracuse’s young artists at the opening of the Arte Joven/Young Art exhibit at La Casita! The event will come alive with special performances by La Casita’s La Banda , Danza troupe, and Taller de Teatro , showing all the incredible talent that La Casita’s afterschool program holds. The event will be free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Saturday, April 25, 1:00–3:00pm
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Mar 252 min read


Light A Candle for Literacy Parade & Children's Book Festival Returns
Syracuse, NY - Hello Friends! We’re excited to announce that the Light A Candle for Literacy Parade & Children’s Book Festival is returning this year — with a new location! McKinley-Brighton Elementary School 141 W Newell St. Syracuse, NY 13205 We are especially excited about our new location, which will allow us to create an even more vibrant, family-friendly celebration of literacy. If you joined us in the past or registered previously, you already know how special t
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Mar 121 min read


Come Celebrate with Us!
Fiesta de Navidad this Saturday at La Casita! Syracuse, NY - Come kick off the holiday season with La Casita at our annual FIESTA DE NAVIDAD celebration this SATURDAY DECEMBER 6! The event starts at 6:00 pm. Admission is free and open to the public! There will be live music, dance performances, and a special visit by SANTA CLAUS and the THREE MAGI! Traditional Caribbean holiday treats and refreshments will be served! Come and celebrate with us! Saturday, December 6 |
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Dec 5, 20251 min read


Don’t miss your last chance to experience Point of Contact’s 50th anniversary exhibit
GALLERY OPEN: Friday, Oct. 24 & Saturday, Oct. 25 from 12-4pm Free admission. Open to the public. Warehouse Gallery: The Nancy Cantor Warehouse 350 W Fayette St. Syracuse NY, 13202 Generous support for this program comes from Syracuse Universityand several of its academic departments and units including theLatino-Latin American Studies Program, Centro de Estudios Hispánicos, and the Humanities Center. POC programs are also made possible by the New York State Council on the Ar
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Oct 24, 20251 min read


Syracuse.com & The Post-Standard seek applicants for 2025 Best & Brightest Awards
Attention all CNY high school seniors, syracuse.com |The Post-Standard are seeking applicants for the Best & Brightest Awards, presented...
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Sep 17, 20251 min read
Come celebrate the creative spirit with us tonight!
Peter Giraudo Join us this evening for the opening of Corpórea . The gallery is filled with color and creative expression. Our...
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Sep 12, 20251 min read


Free Drive-Thru Electronics Recycling at NYS Fairgrounds
Free Drive-Thru Electronics Recycling Event on October 4th in Geddes. Hundreds of residents have already registered for the October 4th...
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Sep 12, 20251 min read


Sign up to volunteer at La Casita’s fall opening event!
Looking for a meaningful way to support arts and culture, and connect with your community? We’re calling on volunteers to help make our...
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Sep 2, 20251 min read


La Casita Cultural Center Presents Corpórea A New Art Exhibit Exploring Healing, Identity, and the Body
Collaborative art in the making: Art as mindfulness workshops. Syracuse, N.Y.— La Casita Cultural Center presents, a powerful new art...
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Aug 29, 20252 min read


50 SIN CUENTA: CELEBRATING 50 YEARS!!!
Commemorating half a century of collaboration and exploration in contemporary visual and verbal arts, working across disciplines and...
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Aug 18, 20251 min read


Join us Sept. 12 for the opening of Corpórea!
La Casita will host its annual opening event this fall presenting Corpórea, a bold new exhibit of paintings and mixed media works by...
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Aug 4, 20251 min read


Call Before You Dig: Residents Reminded to Contact 811 During National Safe Digging Month
As April marks National Safe Digging Month, New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) are reminding...
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Apr 16, 20251 min read


NYS Tax Department Offers Free Filing Tools as April 15 Deadline Nears
Photos by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash T he New York State Department of Taxation and Finance is reminding residents that the deadline to...
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Apr 8, 20252 min read


S.A. Cosby, Renowned Southern Crime Novelist, in Syracuse on March 18
S.A. Cosby Syracuse, NY – The Friends of the Central Library (FOCL) are pleased to welcome S.A. Cosby to Syracuse as the fourth author...
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Feb 25, 20252 min read


Ask a Pro: Expert Advice, Competitions & Live Demos at the 2025 CNY Home & Garden Show
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – February 11, 2025 – The Home Builders and Remodelers of Central New York are proud to present the 2025 Home & Garden...
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Feb 14, 20252 min read


The Friends of the Central Library Present Mystery Series Author William Kent Krueger Nov. 12
The Friends of the Central Library (FOCL) are pleased to welcome the third author in its 2024-2025 acclaimed author series. William Kent...
Friends of the Central Library’s (FOCL)
Nov 1, 20242 min read


Tweedie Named Director of Property Management at Christopher Community
Christopher Community, Inc. has announced the appointment of James Tweedie as Director of Property Management. “We are very...
Christopher Community, Inc.
Oct 30, 20242 min read
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NYCLU Takes Over Twiggy Billue Appeal, Alleges Due Process Violations
The New York Civil Liberties Union has taken over the legal appeal of former Syracuse City School District Board of Education member Twiggy Billue, arguing that she was denied due process in her removal from office. Twiggy Billue Billue, who was ousted from her position earlier this year, is seeking reinstatement through an appeal filed with the New York State Commissioner of Education. The NYCLU announced it is now representing Billue in the case, contending that the process


Syracuse University Names New Chancellor, Athletic Director in Leadership Shakeup
Syracuse University is undergoing a major leadership transition following the appointment of a new chancellor and athletic director, signaling a broad institutional reset for one of Central New York’s largest and most influential institutions. J. Michael Haynie The university announced that J. Michael Haynie, a longtime administrator and Air Force veteran, will serve as its 13th chancellor and president, succeeding outgoing Chancellor Kent Syverud. Haynie is expected to offic


Syracuse University Study Shows Nearly $2 Billion Economic Impact on Central New York
A newly released economic impact study finds that Syracuse University remains a major economic engine for Central New York, contributing approximately $1.8 billion to the region’s economy in the 2023-24 fiscal year. The comprehensive analysis, conducted by market analytics firm Lightcast and commissioned by the university, shows that Syracuse University’s influence extends well beyond its campus, supporting more than 35,000 jobs across five counties — including Cayuga, Cortla


Sharon Owens Sworn In as Syracuse Mayor, Making History
Sharon Owens was officially sworn in as mayor of Syracuse on Jan. 1, marking a historic moment as the first Black person and second woman to hold the city’s top elected office. Owens took the oath of office during an inauguration ceremony attended by city officials, community leaders, family members and residents, ushering in a new administration following her victory in the November general election. Her swearing-in makes her Syracuse’s 55th mayor. In her inaugural address,


TOP LOCAL STORIES: SYRACUSE, N.Y. — WEEK IN REVIEW
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Central New York saw a week of major weather disruptions, shifting broadcast access, surprise sports news, and a high-profile upset win that energized the Syracuse University community. Here’s a roundup of the top local stories from the past week. Rapper Toosii, a Syracuse native, Announced He Will Join Syracuse University Football Program CBS5 Programming Shifts to New Channel, Prompting Viewer Frustrations A major broadcast realignment took effect on Dec. 1
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