100 volunteers unite to build the only pump track in Syracuse
Community members are working to turn an empty lot on West Fayette Street into a pump track called PumpTrackSYR. Read more »
Beyond the Hill
Funky Town Comics owners invest in childhood hobby with Coffee and Comics event
At Marketplace on James, people can buy and read vintage comics while drinking coffee and trying quirky baked goods like “taco muffins.” Read more »
Syracuse residents will use $25,000 grant to decorate space in front of City Hall
The art project will make the space into a colorful area that visually encourages public assembly and political engagement. Read more »
Syracuse poet reads verses inspired by Ghanian heritage at Salt City Market
Wednesday night poet Kofi Antwi gave a poetry reading at Salt City Market on South Salina Street. Read more »
Syracuse International Film Festival welcomes back film lovers
After a year online due to the pandemic, the Syracuse International Film Festival is being held in-person Oct. 22-24. Read more »
Flower Skate Shop holds impromptu Shortcuts skateboard race
When last week’s “Shortcuts” skateboard race through downtown Syracuse was canceled, owners from two businesses helped spur an impromptu skate sesh. Read more »
Artist educates city residents about Arabic community with calligraphy workshop
Artist Nada Odeh’s workshops, hosted at Salt City Market, are designed to educate the community on Arabic culture and calligraphy. Read more »
A La Mode restaurant is working to reopen in October despite staff shortage
Though the restaurant was a much-loved spot in the university area, it had to close temporarily due to labor shortages. Read more »
6 events you can attend this weekend besides Juice Jam
The Daily Orange compiled a list of activities, concerts and sporting events in the area to check out if this concert is not your jam. Read more »
Flower Skate Shop merchandise fills missing piece in Syracuse skate scene
Flower Skate Shop is fully run by skaters, for skaters. Read more »
Cultural fair returns to Westcott Street after 1-year hiatus
The Westcott Street Cultural Fair will return on Sunday, Sept. 26 Read more »
ARISE’s UNIQUE art exhibit promotes work of artists with disabilities
The magazine is published annually and accompanies an exhibit at the Everson Museum of Art. Read more »
3 Syracuse events to commemorate 20th anniversary of 9/11
This year's 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks will be honored in multiple spaces around Syracuse Read more »
How the 2021 NYS Fair stuck out from other years
The New York State Fair had fewer attendees this year Read more »
Gallery: Guests return to the 2021 New York State Fair
The New York State Fair, which ran at the fairgrounds from Aug. 20 to Sept. 6, featured popular attractions such as the petting zoo and the Ferris wheels. Read more »
Everything you need to know about 2021 New York State Fair before buying a ticket
Last held in 2019, the fair is set to run for 18 days, with COVID-19 safety protocols in place to protect vendors and attendees. Read more »
How NFTs further open the door to world of crypto and pop culture
Sales of non-fungible tokens, better known as NFTs, are changing the way that artists, buyers and investors interact. Read more »
Cafe Sankofa Cooperative to hold in-person festivities commemorating Juneteenth
Cafe Sankofa to celebrate Juneteenth with gardening, yoga, art and dance. Read more »
Urban Market Space boosts marketing opportunities for Black-owned businesses
Local business owner creates a market space at Sankofa Park in Southside neighborhood for Black-owned businesses. Read more »
Syracuse film company is ‘staking their claim’ in the film industry
Production company American High works with the Visit Syracuse Film Office to promote and develop the Syracuse film industry Read more »
After last year’s cancellation, vendors react to return of NYS Fair
The New York State Fair will return on Aug. 20 and vendors are excited to be back. Read more »
Food Truck Fridays summer event makes return to Everson Community Plaza
Food Truck Fridays at Everson Community Plaza are back this year starting Friday and running through August 27. Read more »
Rise N Shine owner opens new '90s themed restaurant Loded
Loded owner designed the interior of her new restaurant with a ‘90s theme in mind, and the menu is equally creative and dynamic. Read more »
5 places in Syracuse to check out before the semester ends
The Daily Orange Culture Staff picked five spots you should check out before the Spring 2021 semester ends. Read more »
