Tag: Central New York
Dazed’s Westcott comeback maintains house show legacy in new, professional setting
Dazed brought its signature live music to a new venue Friday night, with performances from After Hours, Gunk! and Mimicking Mars filling the Westcott Theater. Read More »
After Sundance win, local director premieres film at Destiny: ‘Full circle moment'
Syracuse native Carmen Emmi premiered his Sundance-winning, Syracuse-based film “Plainclothes” on Thursday at Regal Destiny USA. Read More »
Make the most of Syracuse fall, visit these apple orchards, pumpkin patches
Whether you like to celebrate fall with spooky hayrides or cozy pumpkin patches, The Daily Orange has a list of activities for every fall vision. Read More »
969 acres of grass, 24 miles of sidewalks: SU's daily operation to maintain its campus
Syracuse University’s grounds crew works early mornings and late nights to keep 969 acres of campus in tip-top shape through all four seasons. Read More »
Opinion: Indifference to politics won’t save you from personal consequences
Political indifference is a set choice. The ideology that politics don’t affect you or others is harmful, arrogant and privileged. Read More »
Fall in love with autumn: Tune into our cozy, pumpkin-spice themed playlist
Soundtrack your fall with music picks from The Daily Orange’s staff, like “Don’t Know why” by Norah Jones or “Apple Cider” by beabadobee. Read More »
Share a laugh with Chip Leighton in Schine, mail postcards home this weekend
If your family is visiting campus this weekend, make plans to enjoy student performances at the Setnor School of Music and donate to The Salvation Army before the football game against Duke University. Read More »
‘Keep growing’: Chalk the Quad empowers mental health awareness, resources
Students came together to share positive messages in chalk at the Barnes Center at The Arch’s Chalk the Quad event on Tuesday. Read More »
Charming stars can’t save ‘A Big Bold Beautiful Journey’ from vaulting ambition
Though “A Big Bold Beautiful Journey” features big stars Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell, it falls short of the stars of sci-fi and romance films. Read More »
Opinion: Consider humanities’ modern value during Arts & Sciences pauses
Studying the humanities results in a more diverse array of choices upon graduation. It teaches us the ability to think critically, write, read and understand historical and cultural contexts for whatever industry we choose to pursue down the road. SU must not support this neglectful narrative, or it will only limit the thinking of its students. Read More »
‘HIM’ tackles brilliant critique on athletic pressure with stale writing
Although film fans were upset Jordan Peele didn't direct the film, our columnist says he left the theater surprised by how much he enjoyed "HIM" and its critique on the exploitation of Black athletes. Read More »
Off-Broadway internship taught VPA sophomore to ditch perfectionism
Tess Feldman, a sophomore stage management student, used her studies to work on opening a new off-Broadway show this summer. Read More »
‘Everything Nice’ honors African diaspora’s resilience with vivid photographs
Light Work’s newest photography gallery, “Everything Nice,” explores the history of the African diaspora through photographs of scenes like sugarcane fields and agricultural equipment. Read More »
What are your expectations for Taylor Swift's upcoming album?
Taylor Swift will release her 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," on Oct. 3, and The Daily Orange is wondering what Syracuse University students are anticipating from her upcoming work. Read More »
Season 3 of ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ doesn’t answer lingering questions
Though nostalgic and perfectly soundtracked, “The Summer I Turned Pretty” Season 3 doesn’t tie up the show’s loose ends in a satisfying way, our columnist says. Read More »
Tipp Hill priest, church host inaugural Soapbox Car Derby for food charity
Ss. Peter and Paul Orthodox Church in Syracuse hosted its inaugural Tipp Hill Soapbox Car Derby at Burnet Park on Saturday and Sunday to support the church's charitable food programs. Read More »
Record-high 34 wiener dogs face off in annual Harvey’s Garden Oktoberfest race
On Saturday, 34 dogs participated in Harvey’s Garden’s biggest ever dachshund race, as part of their Oktoberfest celebration. Read More »
ON Farm Fest’s 11 varied farms highlight local, historic agriculture
On Saturday, 11 farms participated in ON Farm Fest, allowing local agriculture by visiting Onondaga County farms for free. Read More »
Harvey’s Garden honors summer’s end with ‘backyard party of Syracuse’
On Sunday, Syracuse locals and lovers of folk music gathered at Harvey’s Garden for their inaugural Last Day of Summer Folk Festival, hosted by WAER FM 88.3. Read More »
Opinion: We must not be silenced by Trump's group attack on free speech
Without freedom of speech, religion, press and assembly, our ability to voice our opinions is effectively splintered. Read More »
Opinion: Deployment of National Guard in Memphis repeats this summer’s mistakes
His reckless deployment of military forces is enough to make you question whether he is doing this to keep our cities safe, or for his own political gain. Read More »
Night skate or learn to dance in heels with Exotic Elegance this week
Learn more about community involvement opportunities in Syracuse or practice your strut in heels with Deviant Dance Tribe and Exotic Elegance this week. Read More »
‘Moral of the Story’: Ashe, Jordan Ward electrify Juice Jam
Students gathered to hear Ashe and Jordan Ward on the Shaw Quadrangle Saturday afternoon for University Union's annual Juice Jam. Read More »
Thrifted trinkets, travel magnets: Off-campus decor showcases students’ personalities
With gifts from family, quirky trinkets and music posters, students make their off-campus housing feel like home. Read More »