Posts Tagged ‘Syracuse’

Happy Accidents

Saturday, May 18th, 2013
LOFO Cafe/Bistro: Inside Out

LOFO Cafe/Bistro: Inside Out

A few months ago I ventured into Armory Square to revisit Om Boys Juice Bar, only to find it had closed. New owners were onsite and explained their concept.  I was skeptical and went for a smoothie.

Fast forward and (after numerous meals) LOFO, to me, may be the most underrated place in the city for flexitarian food.  Reminds me of a cross between a place in NYC that was called Pump and Juicy Lucy’s in San Francisco.

LOFO is definitely a great addition to Syracuse dining. I’m glad I stumbled upon it.

Throwback Thursday: Parade Season

Thursday, May 16th, 2013
Downtown Style: Juneteenth Parade, Back in the Day

Downtown Style: Juneteenth Parade, Back in the Day

Syracuse Architectural Digest: Block Party

Thursday, May 16th, 2013
The Ronald McDonald House (from East Genesee Street)

The Ronald McDonald House (from East Genesee Street)

The Ronald McDonald House of Central New York opened recently in a new building constructed along University Avenue. The former location was a block away on East Genesee Street.

The Ronald McDonald House (from University Avenue)

The Ronald McDonald House (from University Avenue)

Collaborator-in-Chief

Saturday, May 11th, 2013


Here is a conversation with social entrepreneur Ryan Johnson-Travis, who aims to reposition, rebrand, and resurrect the Paul Robeson Performing Arts Company.

A Tulip Fest

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013
Tulip

The red tulip means a declaration of love

White is for forgiveness

White is for forgiveness

Tulip

Yellow stands for hopelessly in love

Purple stands for royalty

Purple stands for royalty

Produced by Faith

Friday, April 26th, 2013
Kierrah Titus sings a song by Beyonce during the Cabaret & Conversation program last week.

CNS senior Kierrah Titus took her skills to the CFAC stage during the Cabaret & Conversation program last week. Titus sang a Beyonce song.

A rejuvenated Paul Robeson Performing Arts Company (PRPAC) took theater back to its roots when they collaborated with high school students and parents in the area to produce “Cabaret & Conversation” at The Community Folk Art Gallery (CFAC) last week.  The show was developed with PRPAC following  a controversy at CNS High when the school cast an all-white ensemble for “The Wiz.”

In the clip above,  Dionna Owens and Justin Tanksley interpreted a duet by Rhianna and Mikkey Ekko.

Karen Franklin and PRPAC Director Ryan Johnson-Travis present artist Cheryl Wilkins-Mitchell with an award at the end of the show.

Actress Karin Franklin King and PRPAC Artistic Director Ryan Johnson-Travis present artist Cheryl Wilkins-Mitchell with an award.

Conceptual Metaphor

Monday, April 22nd, 2013
Along the Connective Corridor near Forman Park

Runners route along the Connective Corridor near Forman Park

Doin it at the Park

Friday, April 19th, 2013
Recycle Band

Recycle Band

A newly installed creation by Zeke Leonard that is located at Lipe Art Park brings to mind the days of Fat Albert’s Junk Yard Band.  Leonard’s piece is called Rust O Phone.

Spring for a day

Friday, April 19th, 2013
West and Fayette

West and Fayette

Here are some photographs from a ride along the West side of the Connective Corridor Thursday (70 + degrees).
The Warehouse

The Warehouse

601 Tully

601 Tully

South Clinton

South Clinton

Throwback Thursday: Three Dozen

Thursday, April 18th, 2013
The Black Celestial Choral Ensemble of Syracuse celebrates their 36th Year with a concert this weekend.

The Black Celestial Choral Ensemble of Syracuse University celebrates their 36th Year with a concert this weekend.