Jazz guitarist Joshua Breakstone played the Sitrus Lounge Friday night. His new album is titled "With the Wind and the Rain."
Archive for February, 2014
Jazz (Guitar) for Life
Monday, February 10th, 2014Trenchtown Romance
Saturday, February 8th, 2014
Asomgyee Pamoja (along with Arthur Parris) led a discussion after “Better Mus Come” at CFAC last night.
The third night of the Community Folk Art Center’s Caribbean Cinematic Festival featured a showing of “Better Mus Come.” The film, which was directed by Storm Saulter, can best be described as a “The Harder They Come” meets “Boyz n the Hood” (and ‘The Wire’), all wrapped in a love story. To the best of our knowledge this was the film’s public debut here in Central New York.
A lively post-film discussion featured talk of tribalism, senseless violence, and dangers posed by oppressive geopolitical manipulation within the African Diaspora.
Cold Weather Obsession
Friday, February 7th, 2014
Puffy Sleeves
In case you are unable to get to the city for New York’s Fashion Week, we suggest taking a look around at all the practical design you see on the streets here in Syracuse.
TGIF
Friday, February 7th, 2014
Nicole Blue danced at the Ed Smith School Black History Month Program this morning. The program also included a student-run question and answer session with SCSD Superintendent Sharon Contreras and Assemblyman Sam Roberts.
Crossfire: Assemblyman Sam Roberts remained cool while he was grilled by students about everything from lawmaking to martial arts.
Syracuse City School District Superintendent Sharon Contreras talked with the students about being inspired by her parents, her multi-ethnic heritage, and her continued commitment to child advocacy.
Throwback Thursday: The Enjoyment of Laughter
Thursday, February 6th, 2014
Bongo and Judy Hanslip with comedian and activist Dick Gregory and Della Branch Bullock at Jerk Hut (circa 2005).
Can You Dig It?
Wednesday, February 5th, 2014
Hawley Avenue
Water Street
James Street
Art of the Wreath
Wednesday, February 5th, 2014
Altared lead vocalist Katrina Marie Eason shows off a stylish lei during a recent show (she also gave an impressive performance on the ukulele).
Civic Cinematography Course
Wednesday, February 5th, 2014
Artist Yui Kugimiya discussed her process and several of her works, including Cat Brushing Teeth, last night at the Everson Museum of Art.
This is the second artist talk we’ve seen for the UVP series. We look forward to the technological upgrades that will make it possible to watch films and artist talks while riding the Connective Corridor buses (not just from the window, but projected inside maybe) since gathering in the Everson Plaza is not always favorable in February.
Franchise Me
Tuesday, February 4th, 2014
Sonic: more than just home of the Frozen Zone.
We may be awaiting another winter storm, but this story by The Syracuse Media Group will warm your heart and make you think of happy days. According to the story, Central New York will soon be home to multiple Sonic locations.
Light Fantastic
Tuesday, February 4th, 2014
Syracuse Stage: Opening Night
We’ve heard great reviews and word-of-mouth praise for “The Whipping Man.” The play was directed by Timothy Bond and written by Matthew Lopez. Here’s an interview Bond did with Kenny Dees last week.
Following Friday night’s performance Lemon Elefant, everyone’s favorite go to band for the Connective Corridor, played a gig in the Syracuse Stage lobby.