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Archive for September, 2013
Fall Spectacular
Monday, September 30th, 2013Syracuse Architectural Digest: Muskat Live
Sunday, September 29th, 2013
Barry Muskat, find developer from Buffalo, talked about 709 East Genesee Street on Thursday.
On one hand developer Barry Muskat sounds like a comedian (listen to sound clip below); on the other hand, he is definitely an optimist. His company has taken over 709 East Genesee Street, brought in United Uniform as an anchor tenant, and he’s not done yet.
The property is located across from Forman Park, between the Crowne Plaza Hotel and the Parkview Hotel.
During the press conference to announce the winners of the Connective Corridor facade grant winners (round 2), Muskat hilariously walked business owners, officials and the press through his firm’s plans.
He praised officials from the Connective Corridor and local businesses for changing what he called the “psychological infrastructure” of the neighborhood.
North Face: As Muskat gave his comments at the press conference, the work continued on the United Uniform commercial space, which is schedule to open on Monday.
All jokes aside, let’s hope Muskat’s enthusiasm is infectious.
New Neighbors: Muskat met briefly with Woodbine Group Director of Sales/Hospitality Chris Tucciarone after his presentation.
Streetscape…Cycling
Saturday, September 28th, 2013
This time of year is wonderful for urban bike culture (leisure, exercise or work)
Faithful Footwork
Saturday, September 28th, 2013
Sitrus Series regulars Mike and Sharon Colabufo danced to the sounds of Mike and Anjela Lynn at the Sheraton Hotel on Friday. The series isn’t a true party until the Colabufo’s grace the floor. The final set for Mike and Anjela included clever covers of Michael Jackson, Daft Punk and Robin Thicke.
Sun-searching
Friday, September 27th, 2013
Dragonfly
Study Break
Thursday, September 26th, 2013
Stephanie Mata (flute) along with Dekaney and Nanni, Live at Phoebe’s.
The house band at Phoebe’s Garden Cafe (Josh Dekaney, Max McKee and Mark Nanni) welcomed SU Junior Stephanie Mata (from Rome, NY) to the Thursday night party. Their diverse jam session was well attended by students and some of the post theater crowd from Syracuse Stage. The band plays each Thursday and their next scheduled guest is Tim Herron.
Mark Nanni, playing like the wind.
How do we look?
Thursday, September 26th, 2013“Gifts are the essence of art. Art isn’t made as part of an even exchange, it is your chance to create imbalance, which leads to connection…”
-Seth Godin, V is for Vulnerable
Peter Dunn, President and CEO of the Community Foundation, spoke about the Syracuse Beautification Fund today during a press conference at the Parkview Hotel.
We found out about a civic renaissance project called the Syracuse Beautification Fund this morning during an event highlighting the new recipients of Connective Corridor facade grants. CNY Community Foundation President & CEO Peter Dunn said he hopes charitable, give it forward initiatives like such as theirs will spread beyond the Corridor to other sections of the city.
Throwback Thursday: Legends
Thursday, September 26th, 2013
Xenia Belcher, Jesse Dowdell with Carrie Mae Weems at the Everson Museum about 10 years ago.
A few days ago it was announced that bi-urban (Syracuse and Brooklyn) photographer/artist/filmmaker/legend Carrie Mae Weems was a recipient of the 2013 MacArthur Fellowship. Her work will also be on display for the 40th anniversary of Light Work Gallery in Syracuse. The Light Work reception is later today.
Life on the Lake
Wednesday, September 25th, 2013
(September Morning): Onondaga Lake becomes a destination and a more healthy ecosystem.
Class Live
Wednesday, September 25th, 2013
Dr. Joan Hillsman, musicologist
Dr. Joan Hillsman, music educator and author, gave a clinic on the art and historical significance of gospel music last night for students at Syracuse University. She was joined by a trio of singers that included LaRae Martin-Coore. The event was held at Setnor Auditorium.
Check out a sample of their performance of “Wade in the Water” below.