July 22
North Syracuse summer concert series
From 6 to 8 p.m. the Custom Taylor Band will perform at Lonergan Park for the North Syracuse “2009 Summer Concerts in the Park.” Attendance is free to the general public and food from Subway will be available for purchase. For further information on the concert series call the North Syracuse Parks and Recreation Office at 458-8050. In the event of rain, the concert will be postponed for the following week. The rain postponements will be determined by 3:30 p.m. on the day of the concert.
Concert at Johnson Park
Liverpool Is the Place Summer Concert Series will feature the Mark Zane Duo from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday July 22 at Johnson Park. Rain date is Thursday July 23. Bring lawn chair or blanket for your comfort. More information at LiverpoolIsThePlace.com or by calling the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, 457-3895.
July 23
Duggan to perform at NOPL
Dan Duggan, nationally known touring performer and teacher, will perform at 7 p.m. July 23 at the Brewerton Library at 5437 Library St., Brewerton. The concert will be held indoors with coffee and dessert in the air-conditioned community room at 6:30 preceding the program. Please call the library for more details or to register 676-7484.
July 24
Basketball and cheerleading camp
Northside Baptist Church will host Upward Basketball and Cheerleading Camp from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday July 24 at the church on Route 57. Final day to register is July 10. $35 per person by July 1, $45 per person after that date. All campers will receive a camp T-shirt, water bottle and either ball or pompoms. Camp will be followed by a pizza dinner and ice cream celebration for all participants and their parents from 8 to 9 p.m. For more information contact Mike Loucy at 569-5675 or Kathy Jerman at [email protected].
July 25
NOPL fundraiser
The Friends of Brewerton Library will host their second annual Trash and Treasure Fundraiser Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday July 25 at the Brewerton Fire Station. If you would like to reserve space as a vendor contact Mary at 668-8403 or the library at 676-7484.
North Syracuse reunion
The North Syracuse High School Classes of 1949 through 1956 will hold their reunions on Saturday July 25. For more information contact Gloria at 452-1618 or [email protected] or Sue at 452-1305 or [email protected].
July 26
NAMOW golf tournament
The North Syracuse Plank Road Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Golf Tournament with proceeds going to the North Area Meals on Wheels. The event will be held Sunday July 26 at the Greens at Beaumont, Route 11, Cicero (formerly Skyline). Registration begins at noon, prior to the 1 p.m. tee off. Romano Jeep will donate a 2010 Jeep Liberty to the golfer who hits a hole in one. The $75 per person fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart, dinner, prizes and awards. There is no rain date. For more information and reservations please call chairperson Dennis Hughes at 458-6320.
July 27
Concert at Johnson Park
Liverpool Is the Place Summer Concert Series will feature Soul Mine from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday July 27 at Johnson Park. Sponsored by Solvay Bank. Rain date is Tuesday July 28. Bring lawn chair or blanket for your comfort. More information at LiverpoolIsThePlace.com or by calling the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, 457-3895.
July 27 and 28
Driver’s safety course
The village of North Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department is offering a driver’s safety program sponsored by AARP. This course allows drivers, especially those 50 and older, reductions on their auto insurance rates. This two-part class will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday July 27 and Tuesday July 28 at the North Syracuse Community Center at 700 South Bay Road. The course fee is $12 for AARP members and $14 for all other drivers. Space is limited. Please cal 458-8050 for more information and to register.
July 28
Blood drive
An American Red Cross Blood drive will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday July 28 at Trinity United Methodist Church on Morgan Road (between Wetzel Road and Route 31) in Clay. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Ann Reed at 457-6360. Walk-ins are also welcome.
July 29
North Syracuse summer concert series
From 6 to 8 p.m. Kizment will perform at Lonergan Park for the North Syracuse “2009 Summer Concerts in the Park.” Attendance is free to the general public and food from Barbieri’s II will be available for purchase. For further information on the concert series call the North Syracuse Parks and Recreation Office at 458-8050. In the event of rain, the concert will be postponed for the following week. The rain postponements will be determined by 3:30 p.m. on the day of the concert.
Concert at Johnson Park
Liverpool Is the Place Summer Concert Series will feature Jumbo Shrimp from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday July 29 at Johnson Park. Rain date is Thursday July 30. Bring lawn chair or blanket for your comfort. More information at LiverpoolIsThePlace.com or by calling the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, 457-3895.
July 30
NAPM clambake
The National Association of Purchasing Managing of Greater Syracuse will host a clambake from 3 to 8 p.m. Thursday July 30 at Hinerwadel’s Grove, 5300 West Taft Road, North Syracuse. Tickets are available in advance (call 457-7121 or visit napmsyr.org) for $47 or at the gate for $52. Last day for advance sale tickets is Wednesday July 29. Open to the public.
Aug. 3
Concert at Johnson Park
Liverpool Is the Place Summer Concert Series will feature the Joe Whiting Band from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday Aug. 3 at Johnson Park. Sponsored by M&T Bank. Rain date is Tuesday Aug. 4. Bring lawn chair or blanket for your comfort. More information at LiverpoolIsThePlace.com or by calling the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, 457-3895.
Aug. 5
North Syracuse summer concert series
From 6 to 8 p.m. JD and the Nashville Ramblers will perform at Lonergan Park for the North Syracuse “2009 Summer Concerts in the Park.” Attendance is free to the general public and food from Limp Lizard will be available for purchase. For further information on the concert series call the North Syracuse Parks and Recreation Office at 458-8050. In the event of rain, the concert will be postponed for the following week. The rain postponements will be determined by 3:30 p.m. on the day of the concert.
Concert at Johnson Park
Liverpool Is the Place Summer Concert Series will feature the Dan Elliot Duo from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday Aug. 5 at Johnson Park. Rain date is Thursday Aug. 6. Bring lawn chair or blanket for your comfort. More information at LiverpoolIsThePlace.com or by calling the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, 457-3895.
Aug. 10
Concert at Johnson Park
Liverpool Is the Place Summer Concert Series will feature El Kabong from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday Aug. 10 at Johnson Park. Sponsored by Daucher Electric. Rain date is Tuesday Aug. 11. Bring lawn chair or blanket for your comfort. More information at LiverpoolIsThePlace.com or by calling the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, 457-3895.
Aug. 12
North Syracuse summer concert series
From 6 to 8 p.m. Smokin’ will perform at Lonergan Park for the North Syracuse “2009 Summer Concerts in the Park.” Attendance is free to the general public and pizza will be available for purchase. For further information on the concert series call the North Syracuse Parks and Recreation Office at 458-8050. In the event of rain, the concert will be postponed for the following week. The rain postponements will be determined by 3:30 p.m. on the day of the concert.
Concert at Johnson Park
Liverpool Is the Place Summer Concert Series will feature Eddie Fagan and Friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday Aug. 12 at Johnson Park. Rain date is Thursday Aug. 13. Bring lawn chair or blanket for your comfort. More information at LiverpoolIsThePlace.com or by calling the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, 457-3895.
Babysitting course
The village of North Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department will host a babysitter’s training course from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday Aug. 12 in the North Syracuse Community Center, 700 South Bay Road. The course is taught by an American Red Cross instructor and is intended for 11- to 15-year-olds. The course will cover topics including performing first aid, diapering and feeding techniques, choosing safe and age-appropriate toys and games, interviewing for a babysitting job and more. Cost is $45 and preregistration is required. Call the parks office at 458-8050.
Aug. 19
North Syracuse summer concert series
From 6 to 8 p.m. Southern Comfort will perform at Lonergan Park for the North Syracuse “2009 Summer Concerts in the Park.” Attendance is free to the general public and food from Applebee’s will be available for purchase. For further information on the concert series call the North Syracuse Parks and Recreation Office at 458-8050. In the event of rain, the concert will be postponed for the following week. The rain postponements will be determined by 3:30 p.m. on the day of the concert.
Aug. 14 to 16
Baker HS reunion
The 45th reunion for the 1964 Baker High School Class will be held the weekend of Aug. 14 through 16 beginning with a meet and greet at Fireside Inn Friday, dinner at Mohegan Manor Saturday and a catered lunch at noon Sunday at Mercer Park. In addition, a tour of the high school is planned for 10 a.m. Saturday followed by a walking tour of downtown Baldwinsville. For more information, call Dick Clarke at 638-8946.
Aug. 17
Concert at Johnson Park
Liverpool Is the Place Summer Concert Series will feature the Salt City Jazz Collective from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday Aug. 17 at Johnson Park. Sponsored by Birchwood Health Care Center. Rain date is Tuesday Aug. 18. Bring lawn chair or blanket for your comfort. More information at LiverpoolIsThePlace.com or by calling the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, 457-3895.
Aug. 19
Concert at Johnson Park
Liverpool Is the Place Summer Concert Series will feature Alan Taylor and Friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday Aug. 19 at Johnson Park. Rain date is Thursday Aug. 20. Bring lawn chair or blanket for your comfort. More information at LiverpoolIsThePlace.com or by calling the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, 457-3895.
Aug. 26
North Syracuse summer concert series
From 6 to 8 p.m. Maria DeSantis and Orchestra will perform at Lonergan Park for the North Syracuse “2009 Summer Concerts in the Park.” Attendance is free to the general public and food from Bella Domani’s will be available for purchase. For further information on the concert series call the North Syracuse Parks and Recreation Office at 458-8050. In the event of rain, the concert will be postponed for the following week. The rain postponements will be determined by 3:30 p.m. on the day of the concert.
Ongoing
Art guild welcomes new members
All those who are interested in art are welcome to join the Wednesday group of the North Syracuse Art Guild at the VFW Hall, 105 Maxwell Ave, North Syracuse, to learn, exchange knowledge of art, share fine art with others, and to work your media. The group meets every Wednesday morning from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your own supplies. For more information, please call 458-6157.
IDMR lectures
The Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research hosts regular lectures from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Wednesday and 7 to 9 p.m. every Saturday at the Salina Civic Center, 2826 LeMoyne Ave., Mattydale. The lectures are free and the public is welcome.
Wii Wednesdays at Clay senior center
The Center for Town of Clay Seniors will host Wii Wednesdays on the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month. Enjoy virtual games of bowling and tennis, as well as ladderball, board games, knitting and bocce ball. Games and snacks start at 9:30 a.m. Lunch is provided by Catholic Charities and served at noon. No need to register for games; you must register by the previous Monday to stay for lunch. Call 652-3800 ext. 137.
Alzheimer’s Association hosts support group meetings
The Alzheimer’s Association will host a number of support groups in the Liverpool area. The monthly meetings are open to caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease. A complete list of support groups may be downloaded at alzcny.org. For more information, contact the Alzheimer’s Association, at 800-272-3900. In Liverpool, meetings will be held at Birchwood Health Care Center, second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Support group for grieving children
A monthly support group for grieving children will meet on the third Tuesday of each month at Hope For Bereaved from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Its purpose is to help children, ages 5 to 18 years old, cope with the death of a parent or primary caregiver. The support group coincides with Hope’s Young Widow/Widower Support Group which meets at the same time. No pre-registration is required. Walk-ins welcome. For further information, contact Hope at 475-9675.
North Syracuse Community Chorus
The North Syracuse Community Chorus has formed and wishes to recruit additional participants. Practices will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday at the North Syracuse Community Center, 700 South Bay Road. A nominal fee will be charged. For further information or to register, contact Josephine Federico at 457-5010 or the North Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department at 458-8050.
Open art sessions
The North Syracuse Art Guild is sponsoring open art sessions from 10 a.m. to noon every Wednesday. Bring materials and join other artists at the VFW Post 7290, 105 Maxwell Ave., North Syracuse (upstairs). Call 458-6157 for more information.
