Georgia Businessmen John Walker (left) and Jason Geter came to Syracuse to participate in the Syracuse City School District’s Black History Program. They are pictured here with organizer and Syracuse Special Education teacher Karen Blue.
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ATL to SYR
Wednesday, February 27th, 2013Century Club
Monday, February 18th, 2013
Delta Sigma Theta was incorporated 100 years ago on this day. The ladies of the Syracuse Alumnae Chapter received an award during an event at the M.O.S.T. earlier this month.
Change Over
Tuesday, December 25th, 2012
Clinton Square Ice Rink
Year in Review (Business)
Tuesday, December 25th, 2012“I believe for a university to be truly world class it needs to do great, visible things in its own backyard.” Judith Rodin (former President of Penn)
Connective Corridor (East Genesee Street) Phase 1
The Gift of Laughter
Saturday, December 22nd, 2012
Comedian Dan Frigolette, who graduated from Baldwinsville High School, discusses his career in comedy, his influences, upcoming Holiday shows and the Hoboken Comedy Festival.
Cut Above
Thursday, December 20th, 2012
Ed Perry, owner E-Clipz Barbershop, worked at the Cut-A-Thon on Wednesday.
For nearly two decades local business owners have sponsored a Holiday Cut-a-Thon at the Southwest Community Center for young boys under 12.
This year’s sponsors included the Southwest Community Center, Ebony Paving, Liverpool Associates and Kinsey Automotive.
A Cut Above: Barbers volunteer their time and services each year at the Southwest Community Center.
Goose Bump Moments
Saturday, December 15th, 2012
University of Miami School of Law Dean Patricia D. White (who was born and raised in Syracuse) congratulates Ms. Norton shortly after the 2012 Graduation Ceremony.
Book Talk
Thursday, November 29th, 2012
Jim Roberts, bookseller at Books End (Eastwood)
Books End owner Jim Roberts celebrates 25 years in business this year. When we interviewed him in the late 90s (along with two other independent bookstore owners), he was facing the threat of superstores and online services. Not only did Books End survive that era (the two other shops closed), but Roberts recently expanded the store (doubled the size).
Here are six questions he answered on Wednesday:
What does your collection include?
Used, rare and out of print books. From bestsellers to books from the 1700s.
What makes a good bookseller?
Listening to customers. They will tell you what they want. Also providing good service and having a wide range of interests.
Why do small neighborhood stores have such a loyal following?
Independent stores are not as homogeneous. Each store has its own personality. In addition, some people like to support local (small) businesses.
What are you reading now?
Homicide by David Simon and Wanted Man by Lee Child.
Is Syracuse a good town for books?
I don’t know if there’s a bad town for books. The academic institutions in [Syracuse] help with an appreciation of books and to also increase the quantity.
Does the physical book still matter?
The physical book is almost perfect in it’s design and function. Holding it in your hands…there’s a certain feel when you turn the pages. Think of the large art books or children’s books with movable parts…And everyone has their own personal library. Some things are hard to duplicate on your Kindle or iPhone.
Neighborhood in Transition (part 19)
Wednesday, November 28th, 2012
SUNY/ESF Biotech Accelerator, East Fayette Street.
Finishing Touches: Ronald McDonald House, University Avenue.
Mega Mall
Wednesday, November 28th, 2012
Destiny USA
Shop Street, Destiny USA (Mall)