It’s the last weekend of March. It’s the end of the first quarter of the year. The events keep on happening throughout Central New York.
It’s not going to be a very quiet weekend, and next weekend looks busier. It’ll be more difficult to pick only so many events, which is even more proof that there is too much to fit with consideration to our own personal schedules.
Enjoy this holiday weekend if you do or do not celebrate. There are copious activities with comedy, consumption, competition and critters (and some of them are combined).
Animal Egg-Stravaganza
Hang out with the animals as they open egg-shaped gifts.
African Lion (10:15 a.m.), Meerkat, Fossa (10:30 a.m.), Gray Wolf (10:45 a.m.), Amur Tiger (11 a.m.), Red Wolf (11:15 a.m.), Snow Leopard (11:30 a.m.), Red Panda (11:45 a.m.), Andean Bear (noon), Patas Monkey (1:30 p.m.), Lemur (1:45 p.m.), Armadillo, Golden Lion Tamarin (2 p.m.), Sharks (2:15 p.m.), Desert Lizard (2:30 p.m.) and Birds (2:45 p.m.).
Where: Rosamond Gifford Zoo, 1 Conservation Pl., Syracuse
When: Saturday, March 26 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: Free with admission | $8/adult; $5/seniors; $4/youth (ages 3-18); Free/children, vets and military | 435-8511
Beaver Lake Maple Syrup Workshops
This is the last weekend to learn and enjoy some syrup-related family fun that will certainly stick with you.
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 26 – Sunday, March 27
Cost: See above. | 638-2519
The Cornell Hangovers
An evening of a capella at the art center features the Cornell men’s group.
Where: Center for the Arts of Homer, 72 S. Main St., Homer
When: Friday, March 25 | 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free | (877) 749-ARTS
Cuse Comedy Showcase
Local comics compete for a cash prize. Host: AJ Foster. Headliner: Adam Stringer. Comedians: Lisa Brown, Maurice “Mo” Brown, James Fedkiw, Larry O’Grady, Brennan Pimpinella and Michael Terry.
Where: The Central New York Playhouse in Shoppingtown Mall, 3649 Erie Blvd. E., Syracuse
When: Saturday, March 26 | 8 p.m.
Cost: $10/advance, $12/door | Buy Online | 885-8960
Green Lakes Easter Egg Hunt
The 6th Annual egg hunt will take place in the open field around the Old Administration Building. Refreshments to be provided, but it’s BYOB (um… the last b stands for baskets).
Where: Green Lakes State Park, 7900 Green Lakes Road, Fayetteville
When: Saturday, March 26 | 9-11 a.m.
Cost: Free | 637-6111
Mac Sabbath
What happens when you breed heavy metal and fast food heavy in calories? Your favorite Black Sabbath tunes have deep-fried. Pale Green Stars and Reefer Sutherland will open.
Where: The Lost Horizon, 5863 Thompson Road, Syracuse
When: Saturday, March 26 | 7 p.m.
Cost: $15/advance, $20/door | Buy Online | 446-1934
Older Than Ireland
The humorous and insightful international documentary makes its debut in the northeast at the classic The Palace Theatre. The doors open at 6 p.m. for the 7 p.m. showing and Q & A to follow.
Where: The Palace Theatre, 2384 James St., Syracuse
When: Thursday, March 24 | 6 p.m.
Cost: $10/general; $35/VIP | Buy Online | 463-9240
Roller Derby
Assault City Roller Derby takes on The Wonder Brawlers from CNY Roller Derby at the campus arena.
Where: SRC Arena, Onondaga Community College, 4585 W Seneca Tpke., Syracuse
When: Friday, March 25 | 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $10/general, $1/OCC student, Free/children
To Kill a Mockingbird
The late Harper Lee’s classic comes to life on-stage, tackling societal issues and injustice in Alabama during the 1930s. This weekend the show closes.
Thursday, March 24 | 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 26 | 3 & 8 p.m.
Where: Syracuse Stage, 820 E. Genesee St., Syracuse
When: Thursday, March 24 – Saturday, March 26
Cost: $18-$50 | Buy Online | 443-3275
Sweet 16: SU vs Gonzaga
Watch the game on the big, big screen for this family friendly event.
Where: The Palace Theatre, 2384 James St., Syracuse
When: Friday, March 25 | 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Free admission | Concessions available for purchase | 463-9240
Editor’s Pick: Steven Wright
One of my favorite quotes comes from this comedian: “Everywhere is walking distance if you have the time.” Check out the dry, deadpan humor and one-liners from comedian this weekend.
Where: State Theatre of Ithaca, 107 W. State St., Ithaca
When: Saturday, March 26 | 7 p.m.
Cost: $25, $35, $45 | Buy Online | (800) 771-7711
Wild World of Sports
The Crunch battle the Albany Devils.
Where: Oncenter War Memorial, 515 Montgomery St., Syracuse
When: Friday, March 25 | 7 p.m.
Cost: $16, $20 | Buy Online | 473-4444
Rochester Americans pay a patriotic visit on Saturday.
Where: Oncenter War Memorial, 515 Montgomery St., Syracuse
When: Saturday, March 26 | 7 p.m.
Cost: $16, $20 | Buy Online | 473-4444
Weekend at the Fairgrounds
The Fairgrounds is located at 581 State Fair Blvd. in Syracuse.
Nothing this weekend, but the Salt City Cluster Spring Dog Show begins Wednesday, March 30.
Weather Forecast
(Subject to change, of course.)
THURSDAY
Temperature: 54 degrees / 50 degrees
Conditions: A few clouds never hurt anyone.
FRIDAY
Temperature: 53 degrees / 27 degrees
Conditions: Easy, breezy, but not so beautiful.
SATURDAY
Temperature: 50 degrees / 36 degrees
Conditions: Find those shades of yours, put them to use.
SUNDAY
Temperature: 62 degrees / 40 degrees
Conditions: The sun resurrects.
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