Community Calendar

Lighter than water and nine times wider than Earth, Saturn is a gaseous wonder! September offers the best views of Saturn for the whole year. At least one of its 146 confirmed moons, Titan, should be visible with a telescope. Say farewell to summer skies with an evening of viewing Saturn, named for the Roman god of agriculture – fitting for harvest time!

Cultures across the world and throughout time are united in a fascination with the night sky. Humans have used stars to mark the passage of time, tell stories, build mythologies, and navigate across vast dark oceans. With powerful telescopes and a wealth of knowledge, Bob Piekiel is your tour guide to the stars and planets, revealing the secrets of the far away, inspiring us to think about how special our little green and blue ball in space is.

Registration for this program closes at 3pm on Wednesday, September 10.

More details: This program is offered for free thanks to our Star Party Program Sponsor, Marcellus Smiles. This program is designed for ages 8 and up. Space is limited and online pre-registration is required. The backup date will be September 13.

Bishop Curley Columbiettes Annual Collectible & Craft sale will be Saturday, September 13th from 9 am to 3 pm at the North Syracuse Community Center, 700 South Bay Road at the intersection of Centerville Place and Church Street. Parking is free adjacent to and across Centerville Place from the Community Center. A wide range of craft items and collectibles will be available. This event supports the charities of the Columbiettes. Call Diane, 315-458-8657, or Mary Lynn, 315-727-6523, for questions and/or to be a vendor.

While our trails close at dusk, some life in The Woods is just starting to stir when the sun goes down. Join us for a bona fide Baltimore Woods tradition as we explore the exciting and mysterious nocturnal forest at an event for all ages! Using flashlights, black lights, and no lights at all, we’ll put our senses to the test as we listen for owls and look for glowing mushrooms. Don’t miss your chance to experience A Night at The Woods!

More details: This program is designed for all ages. Space is limited. Online pre-registration is required. Bring a small flashlight. Half of this after-dark program will follow our most difficult trail with hills, roots, and steps. The other half will be on relatively flat trails with grass or stone dust.

Join us for the 4th Annual Oneida Community Mansion House Car Show!

Bring your family and friends to enjoy a day filled with classic cars, live music, and delicious food from a variety of food trucks. While you're here, explore the historic Mansion House with guided tours, shop for unique items in our gift shop, and take a stroll through our beautiful garden, which will be in full bloom. Admission to the car show is free for spectators, so don’t miss this opportunity to experience a fun-filled day on our stunning grounds.

Registration:

$15 - Preregister through September 6th (Does not include 2025 Sherrill-Kenwood Classic Car Club Membership)

$20 - Preregister through September 6th (Includes 2025 Sherrill-Kenwood Classic Car Club Membership) a $5 discount

$20- Registration September 7th through September 20th

$10- 2025 Sherrill- Kenwood Classic Car Club Membership (SKCCC)

Laugh Harder, Not Smarter is a celebration of legendary American comedy 65 years in the making. Featuring a hilarious array of classic sketch comedy and songs from the company’s rich history, fresh new favorites, as well as the signature brand of irreverent improv that The Second City is famous for.

About The Second City
The Second City opened its doors in 1959 as a small comedy cabaret and has since grown to become the world’s most influential name in improvisation and comedy. Celebrating its 65th year in business on December 16th, 2024, The Second City’s stages, Touring Companies, and Training Centers across North America have proudly been the launch pad and artistic home for many of the funniest performers, writers, directors, and comedic minds on the planet. For more information, visit SecondCity.com.

Our illustrious alumni list includes names such as John Belushi, John Candy, Chris Farley, Tina Fey, Keegan-Michael Key, Eugene Levy, Tim Meadows, Bill Murray, Mike Myers, Suzy Nakamura, Catherine O’Hara, Amy Poehler, Gilda Radner, Sam Richardson, Joan Rivers, Amber Ruffin, Jason Sudeikis, and Steven Yeun, among countless others. The Second City has been the first name in laughter for over sixty years.

Join us at Harvey's Garden for Folk Festival, presented by WAER! This free, family-friendly event brings together Central New York’s folk scene, featuring live performances from talented local bands Harmonic Dirt, Bog Brothers, and Beautiful Losers.

While you're enjoying live music, discover local makers, connect with organizations making a difference, and celebrate the vibrant culture that makes our region so special. Plus, enjoy Harvey's Garden craft beer and some local-favorite bites!

The most interactive comedy show in the world!

“Hilarious and Fascinating” – Time Out New York

HYPROV (pronounced hip-rawv) is coming to after 100 cities toured, a 70-show run Off Broadway in New York City and a six month residency in Las Vegas!! HYPROV is “hilarious and fascinating” (says Time Out New York) and is “catnip for those who relish spontaneity and informality,” (The Wall Street Journal). The New Yorker says, “say yes to HYPROV,”!

The 90-minute live show combines hypnosis and improv – two art forms that have mystified and entertained fans, skeptics and everyone in between worldwide – for a totally unique comedy experience that The Times of London declared “a celebration of the human imagination.”

Your evening begins with World Renowned Hypnotist, Asad Mecci welcoming 20 volunteers* on stage to be hypnotized. The most receptive to hypnosis then join Colin Mochrie (Whose Line is it, Anyway?) to improvise the rest of the show, while hypnotized.

In the hands of two experts, and solely crafted from the volunteers’ uninhibited, unconscious minds and audience suggestions, each show is an entirely original and completely unforgettable theatrical experience.

Whether in the audience or on stage performing, get ready to have the time of your life!!

*Participation is completely voluntary

Join us at Sycamore Hill Gardens to grow the future of historic preservation! What would CNY be without the places that tell its story? Every ticket you purchase—and every dollar you give—supports PACNY’s 50 Forward Campaign, helping us strengthen our operations, support staff leadership, and lay the foundation for another 50 years of advocacy, education, and community impact.

-- Explore 30+ acres of private gardens, water features & maze
-- Meet local old‑home experts ready to share restoration advice for your next project
-- Treat yourself at the Exhale Cafe & Bake Shop food truck
-- Local artisans, live music, raffle & more!

Our annual fall fundraiser, Brews & Bluegrass, is back, and this year, we’re kicking it up a notch with a rodeo twist! Join us on Saturday, September 27th for an unforgettable evening filled with local craft beer tastings, live music, and light bites from your favorite local eateries.*

New this year, we’re bringing the wild west to the heart of downtown Geneva with two exciting additions:

Test your grit on a mechanical bull ride
Kick up your heels with line dancing lessons
*Stay tuned for brewery and eatery announcements!

Tickets are on sale NOW and are $50 per person, $85 per couple, or $350 for groups of 10 or more.

Proceeds benefit Geneva’s Smith Opera House, providing music and merriment to the Finger Lakes for 130 years!

Join us for the 33rd Westcott Street Cultural Fair (WSCF)! WSCF is a one-day celebration of the diversity and uniqueness of the Westcott neighborhood, with performing arts, food, service organizations and activities for all ages. The fair features three music stages, two dance stages and a kids' stage, with shows running back-to-back on each throughout the day. Westcott and surrounding streets are lined with booths for over 120 artists, crafters and non-profit organizations. Neighborhood restaurants offer a variety of delicious cuisines. WSCF opens at noon with a parade down Westcott Street and performances beginning at 12:30. Join us for what many consider Syracuse’s best fair of the year!