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House of the Week: All the day’s stresses disappear at this Seneca River ranch

1 week ago | thisiscny.com | Johnathan Croyle

BALDWINSVILLE, NY – There is a quote on the wall at Tom and Andy Naum’s library which sums up their relationship with their house at 1664 South Ivy Trail in Baldwinsville’s Seneca Estates neighborhood.
Diners of CNY: No Carl, no country, just a kitchen that makes damn good meatloaf

1 week ago | thisiscny.com | Charlie Miller
Natalie Stetson on leadership: ‘It’s important for all of us to see each other as humans’

1 week ago | thisiscny.com | Marie Morelli

It’s technically been the Erie Canal’s bicentennial the entire nine years that Natalie Stetson has been executive director of the Erie Canal Museum, in downtown Syracuse. Construction of the 353-mile waterway between Albany and Buffalo began in 1817. The canal officially opened in October of 1825. Two hundred years later, the museum located in the nation’s last remaining Weighlock Building is at the center of the local celebration of the canal’s birthday.
Syracuse Polish Fest 2025: Popular pierogi-eating contest returns this weekend

1 week ago | thisiscny.com | Katrina Tulloch

Syracuse, N.Y. — Pierogi, kielbasa and golabki galore! The 70th annual Polish Festival returns to Clinton Square downtown on June 20, 21 and 22. Attendance is free, and visitors can try a variety of Polish foods at the event, like kielbasa, pierogi, golabki (cabbage rolls), bigos (hunter’s stew) Polish desserts and Polish beer. The Polish Scholarship Fund (PSF) established the Polish Festival to celebrate of Polish culture, heritage and pride as American citizens.
The Syracuse Orchestra to perform 8 free summer concerts in June and July

1 week ago | thisiscny.com | Katrina Tulloch

The Syracuse Orchestra has planned eight performances this summer across Central New York — ideal for family picnic outings. The summer concert series is free to attend, with the exception of the show at Clayton Opera House. No registration or tickets are required. All ages are welcome for a relaxed evening of music. The Syracuse Orchestra performs inside historic Fort Ontario. Enjoy light classical favorites, patriotic tunes and popular standards. Free to attend.
Milano Bean Cafe brings Italian flavor and NYC vibe to downtown Syracuse

1 week ago | thisiscny.com | Don Cazentre

Syracuse, N.Y — The coffee comes from Italy. The baked goods, and the owner, come from the Long Island area. Milano Bean Cafe opened in late May at 105 W. Fayette St. in downtown Syracuse. Since then, it has become a go-to spot for lattes, cappuccinos, espresso, muffins, cookies, crepes and more. “We are very happy to bring our coffee and our big city vibe to downtown Syracuse,” said owner Tiger Adjoor.
Downtown Syracuse fountain’s major makeover begins

1 week ago | thisiscny.com | Jeremy Boyer

Syracuse, N.Y. — Work has started to get a popular downtown Syracuse fountain back to life. Construction workers were busy cutting cement Monday at the Hanover Square fountain, the beginning of a $1.3 million restoration project that will bring a dramatic new look to the pocket park and its prominent water feature. The fountain, built in the early 1980s, has not operated since 2022 because of weather-related deterioration.
CNY Pride Parade, Strawberry Fest, Polish Festival: 15 things to do this week in CNY

1 week ago | thisiscny.com | Katrina Tulloch

One of Syracuse best festival weekends is on the docket this week. There’s the CNY Pride Parade, Polish Fest, Ithaca Reggae Fest and plenty more to do in between. Get outside and enjoy yourself, Central New York. Tuesday, June 17Crazy Daisies hosts Canine & Cocktails on the terrace every Tuesday evening at the Garden Cafe. Come on by with your dog and get a free pup-cake with your purchase, while supplies last. There will be local pet-themed businesses available too. All dogs are welcome.
Juneteenth 2025: Syracuse.com offers free family portraits at downtown festival

2 weeks ago | thisiscny.com | Katrina Tulloch

Juneteenth returns this weekend, kicking off with a flag raising at City Hall on Friday at noon. Syracuse Juneteenth continues the festivities with food, music and entertainment in Clinton Square on Saturday, June 14. The main attraction is the Juneteenth Victory Parade, which steps off from the Dunbar Center at 11 a.m. on Saturday and arrives in Clinton Square at approximately noon.
NY State Fair’s famous Pizze Fritte is now available for your wedding or party

2 weeks ago | thisiscny.com | Don Cazentre

If you’ve always dreamed of giving your wedding reception or other event a bit of New York State Fair flavor, now’s your chance. You can now book The Villa Restaurant food truck to offer the state fair’s famous Pizze Frittes for your party. The Villa, owned by the Zazzara family, has been selling the two-foot-long doughy delights at the fair since 1959. Its purple A-frame stand has also been at other public events, like the Taste of Syracuse.