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Painting it to the Streets

For about a year, the sidewalks bordering the 100 and 200 blocks of Montgomery Street have worn pale, frozen faces. Sure, the concrete footpath has been covered in snow, pedestrian feet and fall’s confetti leaves. But for 12 months, the stretch of sidewalk has held anything but art.

Noah’s Arc

Noah Kellman speaks softly and laughs often, cracking quick jokes as he talks about his love for the band The Bird and The Bee and taking 27 credits in one semester at SUNY Purchase, which he currently attends.

ARTSWEEK

More than 20 arts and cultural organizations will collaborate to present ArtsWeek, a two-weekend program of visual and performing arts events that began July 23 and concludes Sunday, July 31. With 22 organizations involved, ArtsWeek is the largest celebration of the arts in the region.

Northeast Jazz and Wine Festival 2011

This weekend at downtown’s Clinton Square, bounded by East Water, South Franklin, South Salina and West Genesee streets, three stages will be filled with free jazz, blues, world and rhythm’n’blues programming, complemented by wine-tasting events.

The Story of Us

Whether it’s the work of Dr. Seuss or Shakespeare, a dance passed down through generations, or a George Lucas movie, there’s something about a great story that pulls you in while the “real world” melts away. In a word, it’s magical. Syracuse Stories: An All Arts Festival is bringing this magic to ArtsWeek.

Free Will Astrology

What do the stars have in store for you this week?

Sip in the Square

Mark Chisholm knows his wine. Sure, sure, as the 15-year upstate New York manager for wine distributor Palm Bay International, being familiar with the product is probably a requisite of his job. But for Chisholm, wine isn’t just a career— it’s a passion. At the 2010 Northeast Jazz & Wine Festival, Chisholm and some of his fellow wine-expert employees will pour around their knowledge of and passion for wine at four different wine-tasting sessions under a pavilion in Clinton Square from July 29 to 31. If all goes as planned, Chisholm expects about 3,000 stop by Palm Bay International’s tent and introduce their palates to the four types of wine—two red, two white—available to sample.

Artsweek in Downtown Syracuse

Orange Line Gallery ArtsWeek combines the AmeriCU 40th Annual Syracuse Arts & Crafts Festival, the popular Northeast Jazz and Wine Festival and the Blue Rain ECOfest with more than 20 interactive arts activities that are sure to bring out the creativity in everyone who visits. An arts walk links the two festivals from Columbus Circle to Clinton Square.  

Autumn Times 2012 Calendar

Special Events Calendar For the Greater Syracuse Area

SEPTEMBERSept. 21-23 Oktoberfest. The 52nd annual celebration mixes German food, music and culture. The weekend features the music of Kat Tale and Kate, Under the Gun and the Adam Barthalt Band.

Fall for Gardening

Autumnnever approaches quietly. When summer cools into fall, just look for nature’s gradual wardrobe change. Leaves begin to blush in shades of persimmon, amber and gold. With a nudge from the autumn wind, the colorful confetti leaves part with their branches, carpeting the ground, leaving tree limbs bare.

Esprit de Core

There’s the still-new distillery, opened in 2009, with its expansive views of the orchards. There’s the familiar U-pick orchard, which opened in 1975 on what was home to the farm’s earliest trees. There’s the farm store, which bustles with activity every autumn as families come to the LaFayette orchard to pick their apples.

Autumn Times 2011 Special Events Calendar

Pumpkins and fun! 5K run/walk, snacks, entertainment, hay rides and antique tractors. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Courthouse Park, Church Street, Cortland..

Autumn Times 2010 Special Events Calendar

AUTUMN TIMES 2007

Special events calendar for the Greater Syracuse Area Compiled by Michele Vanderhoff      September   sept. 21-23     Oktoberfest. Celebration of all things German with entertainment, children’s games, family contests and plenty of food. Friday and Saturday, noon-11 p.m.; Sunday, noon-6 p.m. Clinton Square, downtown Syracuse. Free. 675-8321, 682-2584.   sept. 22-23     Salt City Cat Club Show. Purebred and household cat competition, Friskies’ “Living Booth” and stage show. Cat-friendly vendors have everything under kitty creation, food for you and your pets. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. OnCenter Convention Center, 800 S. State St. $12/family; $6/adults; $3/children under 12. 687-6871.   AppleFest. A Cooperstown-area celebration of apples, antique tractors, music, games,...

Best Mission Trip

You may have just stepped inside 3fifteen, the Rescue Mission’s newest thrift store, but you wouldn’t know it. Absent is the usual, um, aroma but present is a spiffy design highlighted b

Best Madison County Zoo

An inconspicuous roadside sign and a wilting vinyl banner are the only subtle indications that one of the area’s most unusual attractions is at 7621 Lakeport Road. That address is home to The

Best Hubbub

With dedicated restrooms, a sheltered waiting area and fab ceramic artwork by Margie Hughto, how could the Centro Transit Hub go wrong? Well, like any change, humans aren’t inclined to accept

Best Cheap Thrills with 3-D

Mattydale’s venerable second-run Hollywood Theater (2221 Brewerton Road, 454-0321) is the last stand around these parts for seeing a movie at the tail end of its theatrical release, just befo

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BEST OF SYRACUSE 2007

  Click on the Best of Categories below to find out who won!:     Arts and Entertainment    Food and Drink     Goods and Services            Love and Sex     Sports and Leisure      Media       Best of the Rest     We Have a Winner! In the annual heavyweight bout that is Best of Syracuse, we once again asked you, our loyal and faithful readers, to choose your favorites in more than 70 categories. And once again, in the 11th anniversary of our most popular issue, you proved yourselves up to the task. For the second year in a row, we asked you to nominate your...

BRIDES AND GROOMS 2008

      Love in Bloom Real or silk, flowers set the scene at your wedding and reception By Lorraine Smorol   Next to the bridal gown, flowers are the most important wedding accouterment. Whether maintaining the tradition of a white bridal bouquet or choosing flowers that blend with your color theme, you may already know what you want, or you are looking for suggestions. In any case, a florist may assist you in making your wishes a reality.   While fresh flowers may be the most treasured element in a wedding, there are times when they are really not a sensible option. Brides, grooms or perhaps a member of the wedding party may have an allergy to certain flowers. Another problem that might arise with fresh flowers is if the wedding ceremony is scheduled to take place at a far distance from home. Even with the use of the Internet, a bride may not be...

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THE NEW SEASON 2007

Money Talks It’s dollars first, expertise second, if you want to serve on an arts organization’s board of directors By Molly English-Bowers     MICHAEL DAVIS PHOTO Not rough and tumble: David Rubin, dean of Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, appreciates that everyone can contribute to the well-being of the city’s culture, while Everson Museum of Art director Sandra Trop (below) is thankful that trustees here tend to be polite and accommodating.     As a corollary to the saying that behind every good man stands a good woman, behind every successful arts organization sits a strong board of directors. Not just any board but one composed of members that speak up, bring ideas, help raise money and keep the arts group relevant and on its toes....

Phillips Hairstyling

He believes that his philosophy of “students come first” is the backbone for 30 years of successful graduates. The school has assembled an outstanding staff of instructors, many of whom are Phillips graduates, with an average of nine years of teaching experience.

Syracuse University

Earning a college degree is the best route to a fulfilling career with great earning potential. But many people are not able to complete a degree right after high school, and find themselves caught up in the whirlwind of life.

St. Joseph’s College of Nursing

Founded: 1898 Majors or degrees offered: Associate Degree—Registered Nurse Academic calendar: Semester Enrollment: 290-320 Tuition/costs: $32,485 (for 2 years of tuition only); room: $2,100/semester Financial aid: full- and part-time aid available;...

Bryant & Stratton College

If you graduated from high school last spring, the question uppermost in your mind is probably, “What do I do now?” If you think going to college is the right decision for you, there’s good news: You still have time to enroll for fall classes.

Le Moyne College

For individuals seeking to enhance their professional qualifications or acquire valuable new skills, evening certificates are available in human resource management, information technology, holistic aging and post-baccalaureate RN to MS in nursing.

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Bryant & Stratton In today’s job market, you need any competitive advantage you can get. And one of the best ways to stand out is to earn your college degree. While many older adults may think college is just for the young, it’s important to know that today people of all ages are going to college. “It’s an idea called lifelong learning,” says Heather Macknik, director of admissions for Bryant & Stratton College’s Liverpool campus. “Today, millions of adults nationwide, many with children of their own, are going to college—or going back to college—to either train for a new career, or earn the degree they need to advance in the career they already have.”

Age Against the Machine

Le Moyne and Loretto team up to offer eldercare in a 30-credit degree Youth is deeply coveted in the United States. Obsessed with looking younger, longer, Americans slather their faces with anti-wrinkle creams, pay for facelifts and attend gyms like the devout visit chapels in attempts to hold onto their glorified 20s. However, for America’s approximately 76 million baby boomers experiencing or approaching senior status, a desire to stay young is being replaced with a need to seek age-appropriate care.

Follow the LEED

The explosion in green technologies has many adults returning to the classroom In an economy increasingly devoid of the glamorous green of the dollar bill, many people are seeking a new kind of green: employment. Amid the Al Gore-inspired focus on global warming and the eye-popping gas prices that are sure signs of the apocalypse, the environmentally friendly trend toward green jobs has taken off in the past few years.

Syracuse University

  When I decided to go back to college, my choice was based on the field of study I wanted to pursue. I didn't settle for a college based solely on cost, but gave more thought to what I really wanted from this investment. Which college would give me the most for my money? Which college offered flexible classes that would fit into my busy schedule? Which college would provide access to the latest technologies and a wealth of professional opportunities? The answer: Syracuse University.

Empire State College

If there’s one thing you learn in life it’s that learning doesn’t stop when you leave the classroom. While most of us think of a high school classroom or college lecture hall when we envision learning, today’s fast-paced society requires more ways for us to gain the knowledge we seek to be successful in our careers and lives.

Cycle of Rage

Community raises focus on animal abuse

Rage approaches the ramp, takes a tentative step toward it and then quickly skirts around the structure that makes a triangle with the ground. About 2.5 feet high, the ramp stands in the middle of the gym at St. Lucy’s Church, 432 Gifford St. Rage’s trainer takes the leash again, leads him down the thin gray mat that keeps the dog’s paws from sliding on the wood paneling and tries for a second time.

A Helping Paw

Berliner is director of clinical programs at the Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program, at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. Berliner organizes the Healthy Pet Clinics, a program run by the Shamrock Animal Fund. She was recognized for her role in planning the clinics and connecting Cornell students to them.

Doggy Day Care Can Be a Treat

Even the four-legged clients love a good one

George and Toni Terpening never had kids. Instead, their labradoodle, Betsy, is like their child. For years, the protective parents took her with them to work at George’s trucking company rather than leave her in anyone else’s care. But when Canine Clubhouse opened along their way into work, they decided to give doggy day care a try.

Coddled Critters

Many pets become members of the family the moment they set paw into the home. For some owners, that means going above and beyond in providing for their four-legged friends. Here are a few of the ways you can pamper your pets:

Flex and Effects

Targeted exercises such as Pilates and yoga can keep skiers in the groove

The vulnerability of skiers’ knees is well-documented. Much like runners’ knees, however, the source of such discomfort is often weak or tight hips. While strength training to target tha

SNOW GUIDE

Listings for downhill ski centers include trail information, costs and other features. Lift ticket information refers to available minimum/maximum day-pass prices. Opening dates are weather-dependent and are therefore subject to change. Some hills charge an hourly rate for skiing beyond an eighthour pass.

TUBE TOP

The hills at Four Seasons Golf and Ski Center, 8012 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville, are still green despite the first, fleeting snowfall. But John Goodfellow, owner of the business for 40-plus years, is preparing for the transition into the winter season.

Movie Moguls

Following more than a year’s worth of renovations, downtown Syracuse’s Landmark Theatre, 362 S. Salina St., ushers in a new era in mid-November with a string of special occasions, including a swanky grand reopening celebration on Nov. 18 and Bill Cosby’s stand-up comedy on Nov.

Snow Guide 2010

Skiers are the pollyannas of winter, reveling in the latest snow totals, breaking out the bulky sweaters (guilty, Mike Brookins!) and waxing the equipment for quicker glides down the runs.

Ski Areas

Listings for downhill ski centers include trail information, costs and other features. Lift ticket information refers to available minimum/maximum day-pass prices. Opening dates are weather-dependent and are therefore subject to change. Some hills charge an hourly rate for skiing beyond an eight-hour pass.

Warren Miller Dynasty

Flaking Out Dynasty celebrates 60 years of Warren Miller ski travelogues Don’t expect the Carringtons and scenic Moldavian locations to turn up in Dynasty, the ski flick presented annually by Warren Miller Entertainment. But do expect lots of clips featuring extreme ski stunts, slow-motion images of powdery wipeouts and in-your-face attitude as the athletes hit the T-bars.

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Just Say Snow

  The Onondaga Ski Club provides its members with year-round recreational opportunities By Alex KishIt takes a certain kind a person to live in Central New York. Aside from often excessive summer humidity and the perpetual state of gray that seems to color the sky from mid-October to April, winters don’t ever seem to stop. And if you’re not into winter sports, the long, cold months can seem to drag on forever. Luckily, the Onondaga Ski Club understands Syracusans’ winter woes. Although its name implies a dedication to winter sports, the OSC offers much more than just a good time on the slopes. For more than 55 years, the club has provided year-round adult social and outdoor activities that range from skiing and biking to nights on the town.

SPECIAL EDITIONS 2008

Good Neighbor Policy

Students and residents can coexist, if everyone follows some simple rules

Students and residents can coexist, if everyone follows some simple rules By SEUNA (South East University Neighborhood Association)Every year, as students return to the Syracuse University neighbor

Genre Busters

In Central New York, you’ll find live music, and live music venues, that cater to all tastes

If your life were to depend on the ability of Central New Yorkers to come to a consensus on their favorite type of music, you should say your goodbyes now. It was nice knowing you. Fan bases for a

Rules for Roomies

Signed contracts are de rigueur for those who live on campus

What can be worse than finding out your roommate is, dreadfully, a morning person or sleeps with the television on full volume? What if their untidiness overflows to your side of the room, or they

Abroad Jump

Student travels to foreign countries enhance the college experience

Taking a big bite into a French croissant dipped in chocolate more than likely beats the usual, questionable food at the dining hall. Going for a run on a fitness center treadmill hardly competes

Transfer Tales

Successfully switching schools can be done, just be sure to have a plan and keep on top of it

Starting off at a two-year school is becoming more common for high school graduates. Spending some time at a local community college to get some general education requirements out of the way can b

On the Road Again

Some college students choose to live at home, despite the challenges commuting brings

It used to be that when someone mentioned a college student, you would picture an 18-year-old fresh out of high school who lived on campus in dorm rooms, ate meals in dining halls, and chatted wit

Bester the Semester

Let’s pretend last year’s team didn’t play a single game after the decisive Oct. 21, 2011 upset of then-11th-ranked West Virginia, so we can picture the...

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Syracuse/Onondaga County

Central New York’s ever-variable weather teased us with record-breaking heat and dry conditions this spring—only to be followed by a few weeks of...

Special Events Calendar

Special Events CalendarFor the Greater Syracuse AreaJune June 7-10  Greek Cultural Festival. Thurs. 5-9 p.m.; Fri. 5-10 p.m.; Sat. noon-10 p.m.; Sun. noon-4 p.m. Four days of Greek food, musi

Adirondacks

A unique combination of mountains, forests, lakes and rivers, the Adirondack Park is a land of superlatives. At 6 million acres, the park is larger than...

Skaneateles/Auburn

Whether your idea of summer fun is boating, antiquing, shopping at sidewalk sales, fine dining or...

Thousand Islands

This is a momentous time in the Thousand Islands region: 2012 marks the bicentennial of the...

Madison/Oneida Counties

If winter in Central New York can be punishing at times, summers here are surely the sweet reward for sticking it out. Located smack in the center of New York state, Madison and Oneida counties of

Summer Music Calendar

Everyone has a favorite song they associate with the sweet season of summer. From the Raspberries’ 1972 Top 5 seductive smash “Go All the Way,” to...

Take Them Out to the Ball Game

The baseball mecca of Cooperstown helped lure Cake and other rock bands to play at Ommegang Brewery’s summer music series

At first glance, it might seem that there is no common thread throughout the Ommegang Brewery Series lineup of artists. The series features...

Central Leatherstocking

Calendar of Events

Daily. Erie Canal Cruises. Enjoy a 90-minute cruise on the historic Erie Canal, including traveling through a 100-year-old lock. Cruises leave at 1 and 3 p.m.; reservations suggested. 800 Mohawk St.

Summer Music Directory

Almost as ubiquitous at mosquitoes, sunburns and warm beer are the sounds of a Syracuse summer. The season is short in these parts, but we are blessed with an impressive array of music—both in

Market Value

Syracuse’s Regional Market is a fest for foodies any time of year

Most locals know that the Central New York Regional Farmers Market is the place to find everything that can possibly be grown around this neck of the woods during the spring and summer months. But

Rubber Check

Snow tires can supplement safe winter driving

Having your car equipped with snow tires is a little like carrying an umbrella or getting a flu shot. Most of the time you can get along fine without them, but when the need arises suddenly, you%u

Warm Thoughts

This year’s Quilts=Art=Quilts exhibit at Auburn’s Schweinfurth displays handiworks with substance and stitching

At Auburn’s Schweinfurth Art Center, Quilts=Art=Quilts long ago emerged as a signature exhibit. The show, staged annually over the past 32 years, continues to feature pieces created by artist

Winter Special Events Calendar

Winter Special Events calendar for the greater Syracuse area

He Got Game

Eric Martin decides which board games are going to be the next Monopoly, or not By Paul Jivoff  

Snow Man

  His colleagues at WSTM-Channel 3 have dubbed meteorologist Matt Stevens The Prince of Winter By Molly English-Bowers

Elbow Room

Creamy classic  macaroni and cheese  fights off winter’s chill  By Lorraine Smorol

Snow Business

  Special Events Calendar for the greater Syracuse area By Georgia Keene