Good morning, Syracuse.

In Syracuse, business owner Duyên Nguyễn is set to open Tea House by Cake Bar, a new café offering authentic Vietnamese tea drinks and desserts as a place to relax.

She signed the lease in May and will train her staff on brewing teas (from Vietnam, Japan, and China) to bring her culture to locals.

Syracuse Stage, a top theater since 1974, ran 'The Hello Girls' musical from September 9 to 28 and began previews of 'The 39 Steps' on October 22—having produced over 300 plays and served over 30,000 students each season—drawing 90,000 local patrons.

At Syracuse Stage, 'The 39 Steps' is running through November 9 and features Ema Zivkovic and Michael Stewart Allen playing nearly every role with rapid costume changes and energetic physical comedy—remixing Hitchcock’s classic film into a fast-paced spoof.

The 1-hour-45-minute play at 820 E. Genesee St. offers audiences a lively, inventive theater experience.

Starting today, Syracuse drivers who exceed the 20 mph limit in active school zones will receive automated $50 tickets by mail after a 60-day grace period in which over 95,000 warning tickets were issued that would have produced $4.7 million in fines—city officials say the program is designed to keep students safe. Red light cameras began issuing fines on Sunday—tickets must be paid or disputed within 40 days to avoid additional penalties.

Last Sunday, crowds in purple attended the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s at the SRC Arena at Onondaga Community College where they picked blue, purple, yellow, and orange flowers to honor different connections to the cause.

The event raised over $300,000 to fund Alzheimer’s research and support policy changes — congress is urged to pass the ADAPT, Credit for Caring, and ASAP Acts.

Upstate University Hospital is moving its pediatric after-hours urgent care from Community General to the fourth floor of the Nappi Wellness Institute near downtown today at 4 p.m. It will keep the same operating hours and offer free parking in the adjacent structure (entrance off Sarah Loguen Street).

Coach Fran Brown said that Myles White is no longer on the coaching staff — he moved Campanile, Gattis, and Johnson to new roles — in a press conference on Monday as Syracuse looks to improve its play.

He also confirmed that quarterback Steve Angeli will stay to lead the Orange in their game at Miami on Saturday.

Syracuse Orange men’s and women’s basketball season openers will stream exclusively on ACC Network Extra today and later this week using ESPN’s website or app if you have a cable or live TV subscription (YouTube TV customers are blocked due to a dispute).

Syracuse women’s basketball coach Felisha Legette-Jack begins her fourth season with a retooled roster that adds eight newcomers after a 12-18 finish last season—aiming to return the team to March Madness.

The Orange plan to rely on key players like Sophie Burrows and Laila Phelia to spark their bounce-back effort.

The Section III All-girls soccer teams were announced this past weekend at SUNY Cortland — where coaches selected players — before the sectional finals began.

Cicero-North Syracuse alum and Utica native Mike Washington Jr. is a top running back in the SEC this season—he is second in the conference with 828 rushing yards and six rushing touchdowns through ten weeks.

Naithan George recorded 14 points, 8 assists and a career-high 5 steals as he led Syracuse to a season-opening win over Binghamton—taking charge after teammate J.J.

Starling left the game early. His debut performance highlighted strong playmaking and determined defense in a crucial start to the season.

Carter Vail - The Coy Dog Tour

7-9:30 p.m. — Westcott Theater — Ticket info TBA — Experience the infectious pop-rock of Carter Vail as he brings humor and heart to life on stage.

Monmouth Hawks vs. Syracuse Orange Basketball

9:00–10:30 PM — JMA Wireless Dome — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Monmouth Hawks as they face the Syracuse Orange in an exciting basketball matchup.

Snaps & Taps Open Mic Night

6-8 p.m. — Community Folk Art Center — Free entry — Showcase your talent with poetry, music, and comedy in a supportive atmosphere.

Ariel Pink Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Westcott Theater — Tickets from $116 — Experience a night of unforgettable music with Ariel Pink in Syracuse.

New York State Craft Brewers Festival

4:00-5:30 p.m. — Landmark Theatre — VIP tickets available — Sample brews from over 45 NY breweries while enjoying BBQ pairings.

Friends Of The Central Library Author Series: Liz Moore

7:30-9 p.m. — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — $ — Enjoy a night of literary insights with acclaimed author Liz Moore.

Elmo and Friends Say Hello

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Landmark Theatre — Ticket required for ages 2+ — Sing, dance, and play with Elmo and friends in a fun celebration on Sesame Street.

Gingerbread Gallery Grand Opening

4-6 p.m. — Erie Canal Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with festive gingerbread creations, cookies, cocoa, and live music.

Live Like Liam 5K Run & Walk

8:30-10 a.m. — Jamesville-DeWitt High School — Registration required — Celebrate life and community while supporting children with special needs in honor of Liam Zoghby.

Anime Night Before Christmas

7-11 p.m. — The Song & Dance — Ticketed event — Experience the blend of anime culture with live music, vendors, and cosplay fun.