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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The Tipp Hill Neighborhood Assoc. are selling engraved pavers for $100, $200, $300 to cover the cost of this memorial. It will be located just outside Pass Arboretum on Avery Ave near Salisbury (a couple of blocks from Jensen’s Tipp Hill home) Anyone who was moved by their sacrifice and would like to help us honor Lt Hoosock and Officer Jensen are welcome to participate.
www.tipphill.org/officer-memorial
Friday, April 25th – Sunday, April 27th
Book Sale and Bottle & Can Drive for Haiti
The Church of St. Michael and St. Peter, of Onondaga Hill, is holding a used book sale, bake sale, and bottle drive. The hours for the event are:
Friday, April 25th, 9am – 6pm
Saturday, April 26th, 9am – 6pm
Sunday, April 27, 8am – 1pm
The book and bake sale will be held in the church basement and the bottle drive will be in the church parking lot on the corner of Velasko Rd. and West Seneca Turnpike, Onondaga Hill. All proceeds benefit our twin parish in Haiti.
Friday, April 25th – Friday, May 2nd
On Friday, April 25th 7 PM (sign-ups at 6:30) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic with Host Joanne Sherwood. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, April 26th 7:30 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature Sam Robbins with Neil Minet opening. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Friday, May 2nd 7:30 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature The Jeff Stockham Quartet playing tribute to trumpeter/vocalist Chet Baker. Jazz by the Lake. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
Through Saturday, May 24th
Carpenter’s Brook Fish Hatchery has been busy gearing up for trout fishing season which means the return of the Saturday Spring Fishing Program.
Families, small groups and individuals will be able to enjoy a session of catch and release fishing fun at the facility. Sessions will be offered on Saturdays, 9:00-11:30am, through May 24.
The program cost is $5 per person, children 2 & under are free. Participants are encouraged to supply their own bait, tackle and rods, a small amount of equipment is available for use. A fishing license is not required.
Register and pay online at www.OnondagaCountyParks.com or call the Parks Reservations office at (315) 451-6249. Advance registration and pre-payment is required.
Carpenter’s Brook Fish Hatchery, an Onondaga County Park, is located on Route 321 in Elbridge. For more information about the hatchery, call (315) 689-9367 or visit www.OnondagaCountyParks.com.
Saturday, April 26th
Saturday, April 26th
CLAY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION PRESENTS JIM FARFAGLIA & TIM CARROLL
Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 1-3pm at Clay Historical Park, 4939 NY 31, Clay
Many of northeastern United States’ lakes, including Fulton’s Lake Neatahwanta, were created 12,000 years ago, during the last Ice Age. Fulton residents Tim Carroll and Jim Farfaglia have written a book that covers Neatahwanta’s history, including the era when it was Central New York’s premier destination for summer fairs, boating, fishing and swimming. This PowerPoint presentation will include details of Fulton’s determination to clean up the lake for future generations.
The program is free to the public. Donations are accepted to continue offering free programs to the public. Any questions, please call Cindy at 315-927-7573.
Wednesday, May 7th
Event Name: Challah Braiding Workshop with the Challah Prince
Event Date: Wednesday, May 7 at 6:45pm
Event Location: JCC of Syracuse – 5655 Thompson Rd DeWitt, NY
Ticket Price: Standard is $36 and Standard + Meet & Greet is $72
Event URL: jccsyr.org/challah-prince-event
Details: The Challah Prince will be traveling from Israel to the JCC for an exciting two-hour challah braiding workshop on Wednesday, May 7. This fun, meaningful experience will give participants the unique opportunity to learn the art of challah braiding with an expert. Everyone who attends will leave with a beautifully braided challah to enjoy at home.
Disclaimer: While the challah braiding workshop is open to the whole community, it is geared toward older children and adults. It should be considered if purchasing tickets for younger children, the presentation will include content about October 7th, 2023.
Saturday, May 10th
Hanging Plant Sale
Mother’s Day Weekend
CLAY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION
Add a touch of beauty to your home and support
the Clay Historical Association! We’re holding a
Mother’s Day, hanging plant flower sale!
$25 each basket or 2 for $40
Cash or Check Only
SATURDAY, MAY 10TH
9:00 AM – SOLD OUT
Clay Historical Park
4939 Rt. 31
Clay, New York 13041
Sunday, May 18th
Syracuse GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge 2025
Please join us for the annual GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge on 5/18/25 at Long Branch Park. The race begins at 9:30am as we walk, dash, and run our way to acceptance and inclusion for all! This year’s event theme is Christmas in May. Start a team, sponsor, or donate today.
https://support.gigisplayhouse.org/gigifit-acceptance-challenge-2025/event/syracuse-gigifit-acceptance-challenge-2025
Saturday, May 31st
Fridays in June
Still room to register in Youth Shooting Sports – Archery Program
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County still has room in their Shooting Sports – Archery Program. Register today to ensure your youth doesn’t miss out. This program is open to all girls and boys ages 10 to 18 who are interested in archery. The course is being held at the North Sportsman’s Club in West Monroe on Fridays, June 13th, 20th, 27th, July 11th, 18th, and 25th. The sessions are held from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The 4-H Shooting Sports Program provides a positive experience for youth and promotes firearm safety. The program is also valuable for helping youth develop self-confidence, personal discipline, responsibility, teamwork, self-esteem, and sportsmanship. The Oswego County Shooting Sports Programs are not hunter safety education programs.
Previous experience or firearm ownership is not necessary for youth to participate in this hands-on learning experience. The Oswego County 4-H Program and its instructors, certified through the New York State 4-H Shooting Sports Program, will provide all firearms and necessary equipment. The instructors are volunteers who are chosen for their ability to teach and their skill at relating to youth.
A program fee of $30.00 will be charged to cover the cost of materials and eye and ear protection. Partial scholarships are available through a donation from the Oswego County Federation of Sportsman’s Clubs. Space is limited; therefore, registration is necessary, and parental or guardian permission is mandatory. Youth can register to participate by completing the online registration at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Archery2025Oswego4H_235.
Please contact the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County 4-H Program for more details on 4-H and its Shooting Sports Program, 315-963-7286 or email at [email protected].
Thursday, June 5th-Saturday, 7th
Friends of NOPL Brewerton – annual Book Sale
The Friends of NOPL Brewerton’s annual Book Sale will take place June 5-7th at the Brewerton Fire Department, 9625 Brewerton Rd, Brewerton, NY 13029.
Thursday June 5th will be a $5 pre sale from 4pm-7pm
Friday, June 6th will be an all day book sale from 9am-6pm
Saturday June 7th will be a $5 bag sale from 9am-3pm.
Friday, June 13th thru Friday, July 25th
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County Announces Youth Shooting Sports – Archery Program
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oswego County is accepting registrations into its Shooting Sports – Archery Program. This program is open to all girls and boys ages 10 to 18 who are interested in archery. The course is being held at the North Sportsman’s Club in West Monroe on Fridays, June 13th, 20th, 27th, July 11th, 18th, and 25th. The sessions are held from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The 4-H Shooting Sports Program provides a positive experience for youth and promotes firearm safety. The program is also valuable for helping youth develop self-confidence, personal discipline, responsibility, teamwork, self-esteem, and sportsmanship. The Oswego County Shooting Sports Programs are not hunter safety education programs.
Previous experience or firearm ownership is not necessary for youth to participate in this hands-on learning experience. The Oswego County 4-H Program and its instructors, certified through the New York State 4-H Shooting Sports Program, will provide all firearms and necessary equipment. The instructors are volunteers who are chosen for their ability to teach and their skill at relating to youth.
A program fee of $30.00 will be charged to cover the cost of materials and eye and ear protection. Partial scholarships are available through a donation from the Oswego County Federation of Sportsman’s Clubs. Space is limited; therefore, registration is necessary, and parental or guardian permission is mandatory. Youth can register to participate by completing the online registration at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/Archery2025Oswego4H_235.
