Tag: Central New York
Kickoff February at these 5 events
Enjoy trivia with The Tasting Room, a Lunar New Year celebration and more this week in Syracuse. Look forward to a night of celebrating African and Black art at the SU Art Museum. Read More »
The box office is due for a rom-com comeback, diverse representation
It’s clear that people’s appreciation for rom-coms hasn’t died out, unlike the genre itself. But, audiences simply want more diverse and inclusive stories. Read More »
Syracuse Fits turns the promenade into a runway
Sophomore Duane Tilghman is growing the Syracuse Fits account. He first transitioned by bringing Jamari McNabb to the team to photograph students. Read More »
Syracuse Stage’s ‘Clyde’s’ is a lesson about second chances
With a tight-knit cast and witty script, “Clyde’s” opens Jan. 31 at Syracuse Stage. Under the direction of Chip Miller, the show is a reminder that everyone deserves a second chance. Read More »
‘No Roses in December’ unveils the ‘ghosts’ that live with us
With original photography combined with “found objects,” David Edward Johnson’s exhibit tells the story of a father and son. The nostalgic art honors Johnson’s father through his late-stage Alzheimer’s disease with photos of West Texas. Read More »
Our humor columnist mourns Michael Cera’s Oscar ‘Barbie’ snub
Michael Cera was robbed of his Oscar nomination for his performance as Allan in “Barbie.” Our humor columnist details her thoughts, opinions and her most controversial opinions on this year’s Oscar nominations. Read More »
Tap your toes at these 5 concerts
Enjoy a rock concert, folk music and more this weekend in Syracuse. Look forward to former Misfits band member Michale Graves, who will take center stage at The Lost Horizon. Read More »
Managing queer relationships, friendships (and where they intersect)
College is a time to explore, so meet new people, make new connections and find community in your own unique way. Even if your connection with someone doesn’t work out as intended, the queer community is a strong one, and that’s what’s important. Read More »
SU alum Caroline Portner makes her return to Syracuse with 'Hairspray'
Caroline Portner returns to Syracuse to be part of Landmark Theatre’s “Hairspray” production. Portner previously went to Syracuse University and performed in Syracuse Stage shows. Read More »
Marketplace on James, a unique space for local artisans, closes after over 2 years
After nearly three years, Marketplace on James closed its doors in December. The market was home to vendors who sold art, jewelry and antiques. Read More »
National Endowment for the Arts awards $35,000 to Light Work
For the 2024 fiscal year, the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is awarding $35,000 to Light Work as a “Grants For Arts” fund. The grants aim to “strengthen the nation's arts and cultural ecosystem,” according to the NEA website. Read More »
Stanley’s sustainability practices go against its encouragement of consumer culture
The concept of reinventing the water bottle can be similarly applied to other products we are consistently being told we “need” in our life. Instead of purchasing without prior thought, take time to assess your motives behind your purchase. Read More »
John Spina is only a freshman. He's already a campus celebrity.
From producing lifestyle content to creating popular TikTok dances, John Spina, or @johnspinaa on TikTok, finds joy in sharing his passions through social media. Spina is a current freshman at SU. Read More »
Salt City Market’s 3rd birthday celebrates the community it serves
Salt City Market celebrates its third birthday, anticipating new additions this year. While some vendors are leaving to set up independent shops, new ones are joining the market like SINBUN. Read More »
From Taylor Swift to Metro Boomin, our music columnist shares their Grammy predictions
Our columnist predicts the 66th annual Grammy Awards’s outcomes. Some wins include Victoria Monét’s album “Jaguar II” and Tyla’s track “Water.” Read More »
Reboots are the new norm, but they’re doing our nostalgia a disservice
It’s no wonder that we want to return to the past. After feeling like we were stuck in a time lapse for three years, many of us have no idea how to be functional adults in the world that, thanks to additional factors like geopolitical conflict, economic uncertainty and global climate imbalance, seems to be crumbling around us. Read More »
Proposed state bill would centralize harmful algal bloom reporting
The data would allow the state to “administer a grant program supporting data-driven best practices" to prevent and mitigate HABs. Read More »
The Dollhouse is the 'most inclusive house' for CNY bands
Ithaca-based band Bobo Doll performed at The Dollhouse over the weekend. The Dollhouse music venue is primarily attended and run by SUNY ESF students. Read More »
'To Understand and To Be Understood' exhibit explores Asian American hate speech
“To Understand and To Be Understood” was inspired by #NotAgainSU protests and wanted to provide more visibility for Asian Americans. The artwork emphasizes 1960s and ‘70s art. Read More »
Alabama’s recent use of the death penalty proves the inhumanity of capital punishment
The plethora of flaws in the criminal justice system exemplified by these cases have never been adequately addressed by states that continue to practice the death penalty, making the form of punishment a prolonged perpetuation and exacerbation of intersectional inequality in America. Read More »
Heal your energy with this week’s events
Enjoy some Reiki rest and relaxation, go to a Pulitzer Prize winner’s “dramedy” and more this week in Syracuse. Look forward to a Black History Month kickoff featuring rapper Cleotrapa. Read More »
Pro-Palestine actors have more to lose in Hollywood
Now more than ever, there’s proof that what we consume and support – and what we don’t – is an intentional, political choice that has an impact. Read More »
1 year after her death, Elizabeth Watt is ‘teaching again’ through new exhibit
Carrying on the legacy of Elizabeth Watt, a new exhibit in Newhouse displays work from her portfolio as a still life photographer. Watt graduated from Syracuse University in 1981 and remained connected to its programs throughout her life as a mentor for many. Read More »
Our screentime columnist predicts an ‘Oppenheimer’ heavy 96th Academy Awards
This year’s award season was marked by mixed feelings from movie fanatics. Screentime columnist Jack Steinberg recaps wins, misses and snubs. Read More »