Good morning, Syracuse.

Tom and his friend Yona explained in the latest Check It Out podcast that local libraries will visit the Farmer's Market, Mets game and Pride day + other events to share resources with the community.

Syracuse firefighters stopped a fire at 342 Park St on May 24th when a neighbor reported flames from a first-floor bedroom started by smoking materials + two residents were displaced while other residents soon returned safely + no injuries occurred.

On May 23 at 8:07 p.m., Syracuse police responded to a stabbing on the 200 block of Putnam Street—officers found a 49-year-old man with an abdominal wound who was taken to University Hospital and is in stable condition, and they are asking anyone with information to contact the Criminal Investigations Division.

The Silent Book Club meets on the second Friday of each month at Fairmount Community Library from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.—a quiet alternative for book lovers that became popular after the library took a risk by staying open late.

Cornell won an NCAA men’s lacrosse semifinal 11—9 over Penn State at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough to secure a spot in the national championship game on Memorial Day.

The team will face the winner of the Syracuse and Maryland game on Monday at 1 p.m.

Syracuse University’s tax forms showed that fired football coach Dino Babers received over 8.8 million dollars in severance from more than 13 million dollars in total 2023 compensation after a season where the team won 6 games and lost 7—he was let go following the Boca Raton Bowl loss. The documents also revealed that men’s basketball coach Adrian Autry earned nearly 1.8 million dollars, making him one of the highest-paid figures in the athletics department.

Central New York golfers recorded holes-in-one from May 16 to May 19 at courses such as Millstone, Tuscarora, Cazenovia CC, and Hickory Hill while Joe Giancola, 92, shot his age at Lakeshore Yacht-and-Country Club on May 20.

Dave Matthews Band Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Tickets available — Experience the iconic sounds of Dave Matthews Band with fan-favorite hits and new material.

Avril Lavigne: The Greatest Hits Tour

7-8:30 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Tickets available — Experience live all the greatest hits from Avril Lavigne's extensive catalog.

NYSAFC 119th Annual Conference & FIRE 2025 Expo

8 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Oncenter — Fees vary — A premier expo for first responders to explore the latest in fire, rescue, and EMS technology and training.

Luke Bryan Concert

7-9 p.m. — Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview — Tickets available — Experience country superstar Luke Bryan with special guests in a highly anticipated summer show.

Birdhouses for Fair Housing Auction

5:30-8:30 p.m. — SKY Armory — $40 per person — Bid on unique birdhouses while supporting fair housing efforts in Central New York.

2025 NBHA Syracuse Super Show

Jun 13-15 — New York State Fairgrounds — $10,200 Added Money — Compete in thrilling barrel racing events with awards and prizes for top riders.

The Mere Mortals Performance

8-9:30 p.m. — Middle Ages Brewing Company — 18+ only — Enjoy a lively cover band featuring local supergroup talent, guaranteed to get you dancing.

Fifi's Ice Cream Gathering

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Fifi's Ice Cream & Sweets — Free to attend — Enjoy ice cream delights while sharing your literary passions in a cozy setting.

Syracuse Speed Dating for Ages 37-57

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Vicinos Brick and Brew — Ticket required — Meet potential matches in a fun and efficient speed dating format.

Skill Share Workshops at Erie Canal Museum

1-2 p.m. — Erie Canal Museum — Registration required — Learn practical skills from community experts in a hands-on workshop series.