Enjoy live music, various cuisines at these 7 events in Syracuse this week
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This week has plenty of activities to offer, from traditional food festivals to fine arts events.
Friends of the Central Library Author Series: Brit Bennett
If you’re a book fan, take a trip to the Oncenter Crouse-Hinds Theater to hear New York Times bestseller, Brit Bennett. “The Vanishing Half” author has been published in The New Yorker, the New York Times Magazine and The Paris Review. This event is part of the Friends of the Central Library Author Series and begins at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Tickets start at $40.
Artist Talk with Stephanie H. Shih
Stephanie H. Shih is an Asian American ceramic artist whose most recent show of work is on display at the SU Art Museum as part of its annual Art Wall Project. On Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Shih will talk through her pieces with curator Melissa Yuen. This event is virtual and attendees can register online.
918 Print Party
Celebrate the artistic pursuit of printing at the 918 Print Party on Friday and Saturday. The festival will feature local and international artists, live demonstrations, merchandise and raffles. The party will be at Delavan Studios and admission is free.
Festa Italiana
Festa Italiana will return to Syracuse outside City Hall from Friday to Sunday with rides, live music, lectures, contests, raffles and of course, classic Italian foods. Admission is free and the event runs between 11 a.m. and 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Sunday.
2022 Taste of B’ville
Want to get off campus and in touch with the local community? Take a trip to Baldwinsville on Saturday, and explore the vibrant restaurant scene at Taste of B’ville. Musicians will perform live throughout the day, and each vendor will offer inexpensive samples. The festival is free and will run from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Crafted Underground Series
Every Sunday, McCarthy Mercantile hosts the Crafted Underground Series, which features local vendors, including artists and small businesses, as well as live music. The event goes from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Donate blood at the Schine Student Center on Wednesday. Hosted by the Center for Policy Research and the Pre-PA Club, the blood drive will operate from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Students must register to donate.
Published on September 11, 2022 at 7:47 pm
