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Fourteen bands made up of workers from local companies will perform at the fifth annual Rockin the Red Cross on March 26 at the Landmark Theatere.

Bands will be judged in an American Idol format with Todd Hobin of The Todd Hobin Band and Letitzia of Letitzia and the Z Band acting as judges.

The event, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the Landmark Theater in Syracuse Tickets are $10. You can purchase tickets at the Red Cross or the Landmark Theatre Box Office.

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If you are looking for a chance to network with other professionals of all ages through social events, you are invited to join CNY After Five.

Formed out of the ashes of Syracuse Young Professionals (also known as SYP), this group targets all adults 21 and up who are looking for a way to connect with others outside of the bar scene.

Why Should I Volunteer?
You are helping to build a spirit of community while supporting the 40 Below Marketing Task Force!

Tips from events like this are key to raising funds to support efforts of 40 Below and it’s Task Forces. This year, Blues Festival coordinators have reserved BEER TENT #1 for 40 Below volunteers all day on Saturday, July 11th. This is a great opportunity for us to raise some much needed funds for future initiatives, but we certainly can’t do it without volunteers! So grab a friend (be gentle) to volunteer with you and follow the directions below on how to sign up!

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Located on James St. one block up from the newly revitalized Palace Theater Chadwick's Bar is an Eastwood anchor. On Friday's they offer $1 Labatts bottles to show their appreciation for patrons of the bar. Besides cheap beer Billy the cook can serve up whatever you fancy from the grill. This is a sports bar that has a particular NFL favorite which I will not name. It's a surprise. So if you are looking for a new happy hour and a friendly atmosphere stop by sometime on a Friday or anytime.

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I attended the Brew Fest for the first time a few years ago and I couldn't believe what I had been missing. What seemed like hundreds of different beers and wines to sample were available for my tasting pleasure. From the darkest loggers to sweet Belgium Frambiose, at this fest you are sure to find your new favorite.

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I checked out Syacuse Stage's A BOMB-ITTY of Errors on opening night back in April of 2008 and I have to say, it was the most fun I have ever had watching a play! Funky beats, wicked rhymes, killer comedy and off the wall dance moves made this show one of my all time favorites.

Based on Shakespeare’s A Comedy of Errors, Syracuse's adaptation is truly "da bomb!" Mixing in current events, music and pop culture with a classic story are what make this event so hard to resist.

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Do you believe in reincarnation? The Panther does! That's right, "the Cat is Back!" Proving that they do indeed have nine lives, Bruno Schirripa (the aforementioned 'panther'; more on that in a minute) has returned to reopen Wise Guys, a comedy club, a restaurant, and an entertainment showroom all under one roof.

Last night I took my girlfriend out in Syracuse for our weekly "release" from our jobs. It went like this...

7:00 - quick bite at Alto Cincos | $13
8:00 - an amazing display of music at the Syracuse Symphony | $58
10:00 - late dinner, drinks and dancing at Dinosaur BBQ | $29
11:45 - movie at the apartment

My point is this; only in Syracuse can I enjoy an amazing Mexican dish, a world renowned pianist, the best BBQ in the north east - and in my opinion, the best BBQ in the country... and I have lived in the south - and an awesome live blues band in one evening!

Story and photos by James P. Hughes, courtesy of Life in the Finger Lakes Magazine. (http://www.lifeinthefingerlakes.com/)

How about visiting a place that suggests a trendy urban neighborhood in Boston or New York City, without the long drive? Interested in stylish shopping and exceptional food, casual to fine dining? Do you enjoy varied entertainment, music and nightlife?

It’s time to discover Syracuse’s Armory Square, where you’ll find it all.

Anyone flying US Airways in September 2007 had the opportunity to read a 58-page profile on our great city. It's a glowing review that focuses on everything from entrepreneurship to Dinosaur BBQ.

My favorite section featured a lifelong resident versus a transplant to our area. While their views were different, both mentioned the high quality of life and the variety of things to do.

Check out the links below to read each section of the feature. These are PDFs:

Word of Mouth