Another Friday has arrived, and so now is the time to drop some knowledge about particular events taking place around town. It’s looking like a beautiful weekend; a little cooler, but there really isn’t much that stands in the way of Central New Yorkers and having fun.
We’ve got a lot of music, maple and mayhem this weekend.
Craic
What’s a little St. Patrick’s Day without some music and fun?
The Causeway Giants (7 p.m.)
Where: Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub, 301 W. Fayette St.
Cost: Free
Ceili Rain (7 p.m.)
Where: Emerson Park, Owasco Lake, 6914 E. Lake Road, Auburn
Cost: $25/person, $100/family
Glengarry Bhoys (8 p.m.)
Where: The Westcott Theater, 524 Westcott St.
Cost: $15
Greg Hoover & Flyin’ Column (5 p.m.)
Where: Shifty’s
Cost: Free
New Day (4 p.m.)
Where: Coleman’s Irish Pub. 100 S. Lowell Ave.
Cost: Free
Sophistifunk (9 p.m.)
Where: Funk N Waffles, 307 S. Clinton St., Syracuse
Cost: $10
Ed Kowalczyk
The former lead singer and founder of Live takes to the stage for a intimate performance, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the band’s album, Throwing Copper.
Where: Center for the Arts of Homer, 72 S. Main St., Homer
When: Friday, March 18 | 8 p.m.
Cost: $35 or $38/adult, $30 or $32/senior, $28/student, Free/vets, military or children 18 and under | Buy Online | (877) 749-ARTS
The God of Hell
Sam Shepherd’s political satire is coming to a close this weekend. Rarely Done Productions’ presentation has been creating a thought-provoking stir since opening. Now is the prime time to catch it.
Where: CNY Jazz Central, 441 E. Washington St., Syracuse
When: Thursday, March 17 – Friday, March 18 | 8 p.m.
Cost: $20 | 546-3224
Livingston Taylor & Tom Chapin
Two folk legends take to the stage for a very special evening of charismatic storytelling and performance.
Where: Center for the Arts of Homer, 72 S. Main St., Homer
When: Saturday, March 19 | 8 p.m.
Cost: $30 or $33/adult, $25 or $28/senior, $20/student, Free/vets, military or children 18 and under | Buy Online | (877) 749-ARTS
Maple Syrup Workshops
There are a couple opportunities to surely stick with you every weekend in March.
Saturdays: It’s Maple Syrup Time! | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Saturdays: Pancake Breakfast | 9 a.m. – noon | $3-$5
Sundays: It’s Maple Syrup Time! | 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: Beaver Lake Nature Center, 8477 E. Mud Lake Road, Baldwinsville
When: Saturday, March 19 – Sunday, March 20
Cost: See above. | 638-2519
Maple Syrup Celebration is taking place both days this weekend and next Saturday. Learn about the maple syrup process and take tours around the farm for free. An all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet is available both days from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for an extra charge.
Where: Critz Farms, 3232 Rippleton Road, Cazenovia
When: Saturday, March 19 – Sunday, March 20 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: Buffet: $8.50/adults, $6.50/ages 8 to 12, $3.50/ages 3-7, Free/2 and under | 638-2519
Ola Onabule
The soulful British-Nigerian singer is the definition of smooth, and the nationally praised artist is making his first appearance in Syracuse for a very special event.
Where: Sheraton University Hotel, 801 University Ave., Syracuse
When: Sunday, March 20 | 5 p.m.
Cost: $30/door, $25/subscribers, $10/students | 479-5299
Perfect Pairings
Food (LoFo, F. Oliver’s Oil’s and Vinegars, The Piggery, Emmy’s Organics and 3 Leaf Tea) and beverage (The Last Shot Distillery, White Birch Vineyards and Finger Lakes on Tap) pairings accompanied by bluegrass and a sneak peak at the “Made in New York 2016” exhibit
Where: Schweinfurth Art Center, 205 Genesee St., Auburn
When: Saturday, March 19 | 7-9 p.m.
Cost: $35 or $40/members, $40 or $45/non-members | Buy Online | 255-1553
Rites of Spring Campfire
Cozy up next to a campfire and listen to tales of changing of the seasons of different cultures.
Where: Baltimore Woods Nature Center, 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus
When: Saturday, March 19 | 4-5:30 p.m.
Cost: $6/members, $9/non-members | 673-3671
Symphoria
This weekend Symhporia is performing in a multimedia concert entitled “Magical Music from the Movies,” pairing scores and segments from our favorite Disney moments. Liverpool High School Concert Band opens the program at 6:30 p.m.
Where: John Mulroy Civic Center, 411 Montgomery St., Syracuse
When: Saturday, March 19 | 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $35/orchestra, $65/balcony | Buy Online | 299-5598
WWE: Road to Wrestlemania
MMA may not be legal in New York yet, but good old-fashioned wrestling returns to the War Memorial. Join Dean Ambrose, Sheamus, Kalisto, Roman Reigns and more for some action before Wrestlemania 32 on April 3.
Where: Oncenter War Memorial, 515 Montgomery St., Syracuse
When: Friday, March 18 | 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $15, $30, $50, $70, $100 | Buy Online | (800) 745-3000
Editor’s Pick: Million Dollar Quartet
The musical based on the famous jam session with Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley.
Where: Turning Stone Resort and Casino, Thruway Exit 33, 5218 Patrick Road, Verona
When: Sunday, March 20 | 3 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Cost: $33, $44 | Buy Online | (800) 771-7711
Wild World of Sports
The Crunch seeks to melt the Icecaps.
Where: Oncenter War Memorial, 515 Montgomery St., Syracuse
When: Saturday, March 19| 7 p.m.
Cost: $16, $20 | Buy Online | 473-4444
Melting the rest of the Icecaps.
Where: Oncenter War Memorial, 515 Montgomery St., Syracuse
When: Sunday, March 20 | 5 p.m.
Cost: $16, $20 | Buy Online | 473-4444
Weekend at the Fairgrounds
The Fairgrounds is located at 581 State Fair Blvd. in Syracuse.
Thursday, March 17 | 4-8 p.m.
Friday, March 18 | 2-8 p.m.
Saturday, March 19 | 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 20 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: Tractor Supply Company Exhibit Center (Dairy Cattle Building)
When: Thursday, March 17 – Sunday, March 20
Cost: $7/adults, $8/weekend pass, Free/12 and under | Website | 686-5789
Weather Forecast
(Subject to change, of course.)
THURSDAY
Temperature: 56 degrees / 32 degrees
Conditions: “I’ve seen fire, and I’ve seen rain.”
FRIDAY
Temperature: 36 degrees / 17 degrees
Conditions: According to News Channel 9, one snowflake will fall. Just one.
SATURDAY
Temperature: 34 degrees / 19 degrees
Conditions: Look at big ol’ sun!
SUNDAY
Temperature: 41 degrees / 24 degrees
Conditions: Spring mix: sun, clouds, rain, snow, hail, sleet.
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