Good morning, Syracuse.

The Salvation Army hosted its annual basketball tournament Saturday at Onondaga Community College where all ages competed in 3x3 matches (sponsored by The Hayner Hoyt Corporation, Feldmeier Equipment, and One Orange Alliance); all funds raised went to community programs.

Syracuse University players joined a brief meet-and-greet.

Soule Branch Library will host its 30th-anniversary Strawberry Social—weather permitting—with strawberries, ice cream, and a book sale on June 24 at 5:30 p.m. OCPL will join the CNY Pride Parade Saturday at 11:00 a.m., offering free raffles, storytimes, and pin-making at the festival.

Syracuse Shakespeare-In-The-Park delivered a memorable rendition of King Lear at Thornden Park on June 12, with Bruce Paulson’s performance capturing the play’s intense drama.

The production runs through June 21 — giving local theater fans more chances to experience live Shakespeare.

On Saturday, the Southside hosted a literacy parade and children's book festival to inspire students to keep reading over summer.

The events at McKinley-Brighton Elementary and Beauchamp Library featured story times, book prizes and a donor drive to help local brothers with a genetic disorder.

West Genesee won its first-ever state championship by beating undefeated and top-ranked Cornwall 4-0 on Saturday at Mirabito Stadium in Binghamton — the Wildcats earned the Class AA title with strong pitching and timely hitting.

Jamesville-DeWitt girls lacrosse beat Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake 7-2 in Friday's Class C state semifinal at SUNY Cortland, earning their first-ever trip to the state championship game.

Coaches credited the tough regular-season schedule and strong defense for preparing the team for historic success.

On Saturday, the Pulaski girls 400-meter relay team set a school record with 48.59 seconds while Liverpool’s Brayden Smith and South Jefferson’s Macon Kingsley earned first-place wins at the state outdoor track championships.

Competition will continue today at Webster Schroeder High School (9 a.m.).

Syracuse.com announced the All-Central New York small school girls lacrosse team for the 2026 season today.

The team includes players like Sophia Lasher (Westhill) and Emma Kelley (South Jefferson) and the player of the year will be named on Tuesday, June 23 at Liverpool High School.

SU men’s lacrosse has added former UMass-Lowell midfielder Johnny Soi for the upcoming 2027 season — he recorded 19 points last season and is the third midfield pickup from the transfer portal.

The move comes as the team reshapes its roster following key senior departures.

The Jamesville-DeWitt girls lacrosse team fell 15-7 to Sayville in the Class C state title game at SUNY Cortland on Saturday, June 13.

The Golden Flashes secured their second crown in three seasons, ending J-D's season with a 19-3 record.

Syracuse.com announced its All-Central New York large school boys lacrosse first team for 2026, naming top players from Auburn, Baldwinsville, and Cicero-North Syracuse among others.

The player of the year will be revealed on Tuesday, June 23 at Liverpool High School.

Fayetteville-Manlius won its first state title on Saturday, June 13 with a 6-2 victory over Calhoun in the Class AA championship game — the team finished the season at 22-3 with key plays from eighth-grader Katie Modugno in the final innings.

Syracuse Career Fair

9:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Marriott Syracuse Downtown — Free entry — Meet face to face with recruiters and explore various career opportunities from local and Fortune 500 companies.

Planet K-Pop Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling beats of K-Pop hits live on stage.

Syracuse Speed Dating for Singles Ages 44-59

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Vicinos Brick and Brew — Ticket required — Connect with up to 12 singles in a fun and fast-paced environment.

Serani Live Performance

10:00 – 11:30 PM — Westcott Theater — Tickets from $148 — Experience an unforgettable evening with the captivating sounds of Serani.

Tiffany's SDPAC Spring Recital - DREAM

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Landmark Theatre — Entry not specified — Experience the magic of dance in the Spring Recital presented by Tiffany's School of Dance.

Syracuse Speed Dating for Young Singles

6-8 p.m. — Vicinos Brick and Brew — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

Books & Bottles

4-8 p.m. — Nobody's — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy evening blending literature and libations with local vendors and authors.

Drew & Alex with Live Dead & Brothers

8-11 p.m. — Westcott Theater — Tickets starting at $105 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of Live Dead & Brothers in Syracuse.

Skilla Baby Live Concert

9:00 – 11:30 PM — Westcott Theater — Tickets starting at $149 — Experience an unforgettable night with Skilla Baby in Syracuse.

2026 Official Syracuse 4th of July Bar Crawl

5-11 p.m. — Wolff's Biergarten — Free entry — Experience a lively bar crawl with themed drinks and festive vibes in celebration of the Fourth of July.