Lorraine Bower is just a regular graduate student, except when she’s in her Army uniform
Prior to Syracuse, Bower spent three years in the regular Army working in ammunition — handling everything from bullets to artillery rounds. Read more »
community
North Syracuse Christian Church holds monthly food 'give-a-way' to combat Syracuse poverty
The church will offer meals to community members for free at its monthly food “give-a-way” on Nov. 15 during National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week. Read more »
Onondaga County Health Department hopes to combat opioid crisis by tackling child abuse and neglect
The Gifford Foundation will conclude on Wednesday its film series “What If…” to highlight the negative effects of child abuse. Read more »
5 things to know about investigative journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones before she speaks at Syracuse University
The award-winning New York Times Magazine journalist will speak at Syracuse University campus and in downtown Syracuse on Thursday. Read more »
ACR Health receives grants for on-site mental health services, Drug User Health Hub
The nonprofit recently received about $300,000 to improve health services and combat AIDS and opioid abuse epidemics. Read more »
CNY Veterans Parade and Expo to celebrate 10th anniversary of honoring veterans and active service members
The 10th annual Veterans Parade and Expo will support veterans and active service members on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read more »
Thrive at SU works to bridge gap between students and refugee community
Thrive at SU and InterFaith Works collaborate to connect Syracuse University students with the Syracuse refugee committee. Read more »
The Sweet Praxis turns 1 year old, celebrates community outreach
The local restaurant and bakery will host a one-year anniversary event all day Friday, serving free treats and new foods as a way to celebrate its growth and customers. Read more »
UC Berkeley students skip exams to volunteer in wildfire-ravaged Northern California
Students at the University of California, Berkeley are working to aid those affected by “California’s Katrina.” Read more »
Local farms help college and small town break political divide with pizza
Local farmers Melissa and Andrew Dunham used pizza to start a dialogue in their hometown of Grinnell, Iowa. Read more »
Go around the world and back with My Lucky Tummy pop-up kitchen
The restaurant’s founder unites cultures from around the world through food. This year’s pop-up kitchen features foods from Burma, Egypt, Pakistan, Vietnam and Syria. Read more »
Arts, music fundraiser at Spark to benefit Puerto Rico relief efforts
Jennifer Grygiel, a professor at the Newhouse School, is making musical strides to aid Hurricane Maria relief in Puerto Rico. Read more »
Family Weekend events you can get to without a car
Here are some of the free or low-cost events you can enjoy with your loved ones this weekend. Read more »
After 25 years, Friends of Dorothy House keeps doors open to guests with HIV/AIDS
Michael DeSalvo and Nick Orth opened their doors to the community in 1992 without ever looking back. Read more »
Everson exhibit ‘On My Own Time’ celebrates hidden abilities of local amateur artists
CNY Arts and the Everson Museum of Art join forces for the 44th annual “On My Own Time” exhibit, showcasing local businesses and their employees’ artistic crafts. Read more »
Hope Cafe and Tea House uses profits for philanthropic work
Owners Matthew and Mary Cullipher recently opened the cafe in Liverpool in an effort to help people in worldwide relief by offering original food and drinks, like Emoliente, coffee and ceviche. Read more »
Orange Central to host more than 2,200 alumni for Homecoming Weekend
This weekend, Orange Central will bring together the Orange community through homecoming, reunion events and a family-friendly cookout. Read more »
Proud to be Orange: Past Homecoming winners reflect on court perks
Homecoming Court winners engage with the campus community to embody Syracuse University's tradition-filled school spirit and history. Read more »
Experience 45 years of fun and food at the LaFayette Apple Festival
The festival will be held on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Read more »
Syracuse Memory Cafe offers community for those affected by memory change
The Syracuse Memory Cafe, hosted by volunteers at the Pebble Hill Presbyterian Church, gives those directly or indirectly affected by memory change a chance to gather together. Read more »
Sales and sports: Student leads charity auction for Meals on Wheels
Connor Monzo is the co-chair of the Sport Management Club's Annual Charity Sports Auction. The auction is expected to raise at least $40,000 for Meals on Wheels. Read more »
Syracuse Festival of Races turns 25, celebrates empowerment and tradition
The festival will commemorate the retirement of its director, David Oja. Read more »
Former child-star violinist to open Symphoria Masterworks series
Violinist Anne Akiko Meyers will perform the first show of Symphoria’s artist series this Friday, playing composer Mason Bates’s violin concerto. Read more »
Syracuse organizations come together to host 3-part documentary series
In partnership with three local Syracuse organizations, The Gifford Foundation will host one of a three-part documentary series at the ArtRage Gallery on Wednesday to spark community dialogue. Read more »
