Here’s a list of upcoming benefits and events happening in our area.
If you would like your event listed, submit an entry by emailing [email protected] and make sure to include any web links you may want listed.
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Sunday, April 7th through Sunday, April 28th
County Parks Offering Lifeguard Certification Course
Onondaga County Parks is offering an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and Certification Course, beginning with a pre-screening skills evaluation, in April at the Southwest Community Center Pool, 230 Lincoln Drive in Syracuse and the Onondaga Lake Park Office, 106 Lake Drive in Liverpool.
The course, which includes pool time and classroom time, is scheduled for the following dates:
April 7, 1:00-6:00pm – Southwest Community Center Pool
April 9, 5:00-9:00pm – Onondaga Lake Park Office
April 14, 1:00-6:00pm – Southwest Community Center Pool
April 18, 5:00-9:00pm – Onondaga Lake Park Office
April 21, 1:00-6:00pm – Southwest Community Center Pool
April 23, 5:00-9:00pm – Onondaga Lake Park Office
April 28, 1:00-6:00pm – Southwest Community Center Pool
All class sessions are mandatory to receive certification.
All course participants must be at least 15 years of age prior to April 7, 2024 and must pass the pre-screening swimming skills evaluation, which will require students to complete a 550 meter swim (may use front crawl or breaststroke), a 2-minute water tread without use of hands, and additional timed skills evaluation.
The cost of the course is $75.00 per student and includes a pocket mask. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be certified in First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and American Red Cross Waterfront LifeguardingLifeguard certified individuals have a great opportunity for summer employment at either County Parks or other local pools and waterfront facilities in the area. Throughout the summer, Onondaga County Parks operates two beach facilities located at Jamesville Beach Park in Jamesville and Oneida Shores Park in Brewerton. Both beaches are open from Memorial Day through the end of August.
Online registration & payment is now available at OnondagaCountyParks.com
Wednesday. April 10th
Baldwinsville School District’s FIRST EVER Girls Varsity Flag Football team are fundraising for equipment and other things. You’re invited to the Angry Smokehouse Wednesday. April 10th, in the village from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Jeff, the owner, will be donating 10% of the proceeds during that time to the team! Thanks for your support!
Saturday, April 13, 2024
All You Can Eat Belgian Waffle Breakfast
8:00 – 11:00 AM
Lamson Grange #588
9108 Fenner Road, Baldwinsville
Adults – $10.00 ages 6 – 12 – $5.00, 5 and under – free
Menu: Belgian waffles, peach, warm syrup, scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, beverages
For more info (315)413-8993
Friday, April 19th through Sunday, April 21st
Help the People of Haiti with The Church of St. Michael & St Peter, April 19th through 21st.
Doug’s Fish Fry To Go (Friday only)
The Doug’s to Go Food Truck will be at the parking lot at the corner of Velasko Rd. and W. Seneca Tpke, from 11am to 6:00pm (or until sold out). Indoor seating is available, along with a bake sale and drinks to purchase. If you would like to call ahead and place an order, please call 607-753-9184 ext 2, until 4pm.
Book Sale and Bottle Drive
We are holding a used books sale, bake sale, and bottle drive. The hours for the event are:
Friday, 9am – 6pm
Saturday, 9am — 6pm
Sunday, 9am – 1pm
All proceeds benefit our twin parish in Haiti.
Saturday April 20th
Giving back to special needs groups and spreading autism awareness since 2012.
2nd Annual CNY Event
Date: Saturday, April 20, 2024 at B’ville Sports Bowl, 45 East
Genesee St., Baldwinsville, NY
Time: 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.
Price: $25, includes 2 hours of bowling, shoes and a $5 food
voucher to use towards food.
Raffles: $5 an arm length!
Proceeds go to benefit the Baldwinsville Nursery School and its
scholarship program for special needs students.
Live entertainment from The Guy Young Band!
For more information, please contact:
Kelly Davenport – Founder/Organizer
PO Box 313
Baldwinsville, New York 13027
[email protected]
(315) 708-8810
Saturday April 20th
Monday, June 24th
Upstate Foundation is celebrating FOUR decades of hope and healing, and you’re invited to join them. Monday June 24th the 40th Anniversary Upstate Towsley Pro-Am tees-off at Turning Stone Resort Casino! Get ready for an elite golf experience! And the best part? All proceeds benefit the Clark Burn Center at Upstate University Hospital. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to partner with the CNY PGA and make a difference. For sponsor opportunities, call 315-464-4416 or click on UpstateFoundation.org/TowsleyProAm. Presented by IBEW Local 43 & Finger Lakes Chapter NECA
Friday, July19th – Sunday, September 29th
July 19th outdoor concert at ARISE at the Farm featuring the Ripcords and food trucks.
August 16th thru September 22, 2024. The UNIQUE art and literary exhibit at the Everson Museum, Syracuse, N.Y.
September 29th Fall Farm Day event at ARISE at the Farm, with Tangled Roots and Bull & Bear, hayrides, nature walks.
Thursday, June 6th – Saturday, June 8th
Annual Used Book Sale to benefit the Friends of NOPL Brewerton.
Sale will take place at the Brewerton Volunteer Fire Department, 9625 Brewerton Rd, Brewerton, NY.
Thursday, June 6th from 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm – $5 admission plus the cost of books.
Friday, June 7th from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm – book sale
Saturday, June 8th from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – $5 bag sale, we supply the bags
