Community Calendar

Explore all things apples this October during the 28th Annual Apple Tasting Tour in Wayne County! The Signature Tasting Weekend will take place from October 10 to 13, 2025, featuring apple-themed tastings, family-friendly activities, and fun across each of the 11 stops. Play the Apple Jumble for a chance to win prizes as you “U Pick the stops, U Pick the way!”

Activist folk duo Emma's Revolution, praised by The New York Times as "fervent and heartfelt" brings their We Are the Power tour to May Memorial Unitarian Universalist Society for a memorable concert.

Explore all things apples this October during the 28th Annual Apple Tasting Tour in Wayne County! The Signature Tasting Weekend will take place from October 10 to 13, 2025, featuring apple-themed tastings, family-friendly activities, and fun across each of the 11 stops. Play the Apple Jumble for a chance to win prizes as you “U Pick the stops, U Pick the way!”

This fall, we invite 22 participants to gather on sacred land in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York for a grief retreat and ritual, offered in the lineage of Malidoma Somé and Francis Weller.
This retreat is open to anyone navigating any form of grief, not just those who have lost loved ones. Our intention is to create a container to support all sources of loss and grief, from acute personal losses to Earth grief and ancestral loss.
It is our intent to create a space of support and care for all who gather. If you enroll in this retreat, our expectation is that you are wholeheartedly in support of and in alignment with creating a respectful and inclusive space for people across a broad range of identities (LGBTQ+, BIPOC, etc.).
This 3-day retreat and ritual is not a passive teaching program but a participatory communal space where we ask people to show up for each other and for the soul of the community. To cultivate trust and containment, participation for the entire weekend is essential.
Please apply to the retreat with this orientation toward inclusivity and participation in your heart.
Community grief retreats can be deeply meaningful, but they often require a certain level of emotional stability to be beneficial. For some, especially in the immediate aftermath of a profound loss, it may feel too soon. As a general guideline, attending a retreat like this is often most supportive six months to a year or more after a major loss. We’re happy to talk with you and help discern whether this experience feels right for you at this time.

This fall, we invite 22 participants to gather on sacred land in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York for a grief retreat and ritual, offered in the lineage of Malidoma Somé and Francis Weller.
This retreat is open to anyone navigating any form of grief, not just those who have lost loved ones. Our intention is to create a container to support all sources of loss and grief, from acute personal losses to Earth grief and ancestral loss.
It is our intent to create a space of support and care for all who gather. If you enroll in this retreat, our expectation is that you are wholeheartedly in support of and in alignment with creating a respectful and inclusive space for people across a broad range of identities (LGBTQ+, BIPOC, etc.).
This 3-day retreat and ritual is not a passive teaching program but a participatory communal space where we ask people to show up for each other and for the soul of the community. To cultivate trust and containment, participation for the entire weekend is essential.
Please apply to the retreat with this orientation toward inclusivity and participation in your heart.
Community grief retreats can be deeply meaningful, but they often require a certain level of emotional stability to be beneficial. For some, especially in the immediate aftermath of a profound loss, it may feel too soon. As a general guideline, attending a retreat like this is often most supportive six months to a year or more after a major loss. We’re happy to talk with you and help discern whether this experience feels right for you at this time.

The 2025 Wisdom Keeper celebration, hosted by FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc., honors Stephanie Crockett, president & CEO of Mower, and Nancy Kern Eaton, president of United Way of Central New York, for their exceptional leadership and dedication to the region. Wisdom Keeper recognizes community leaders who lead with purpose and values, creating a welcoming space to connect, reflect, and celebrate those making a lasting impact in Central New York. Guests will enjoy an evening of networking, light hors d’oeuvres, and a brief presentation honoring the Wisdom Keepers, all in a lively atmosphere that fosters relationships, shared values, and fresh inspiration. The event is open to the entire community, and all are welcome to reserve their tickets today.

FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. invites the community to the unveiling of the 2025 Wisdom Keeper Plaque! Join us in honoring this year’s Wisdom Keepers, Stephanie Crockett and Nancy Kern Eaton, as we celebrate their remarkable leadership and contributions to Central New York. A new plaque will be revealed in the Wisdom Keeper Garden as a lasting tribute to their impact and vision for a stronger community.
Free Event | All are Welcome | Rain or Shine | No Registration Required

Christmas Decoration Sale

New and Gently Used Decorations, Toys, Gifts and Raffles!
Something for everyone!

Christmas Decoration Sale

New and Gently Used Decorations, Toys, Gifts and Raffles!
Something for everyone!

Come sing for your health! At Singing Soulutions we focus on wellness and connecting with ourselves and one another through community noise-making!

The Singing Soulutions Leadership Training is a unique opportunity for individuals with varying backgrounds and some musical experience to develop their leadership skills and contribute to our community. This comprehensive training program not only equips participants with valuable singing leading skills but also offers a mentorship & leadership opportunity to work as a co-lead in our Singing Soulutions groups.

Whether you are a trained music therapist or simply have a passion for singing, this program welcomes individuals who are committed to personal growth, community engagement, and making a positive impact through music.