Syracuse Opens Outdoor Pools
Are you looking for a place to cool off this summer?
The pools at Thornden Park, Onondaga Park, Schiller Park, Kirk Park and Burnet Park are now open Monday-Saturday from noon-6 p.m. and Sunday from 1-6 p.m. Reservations are no longer required. Some of the city’s other pools (including those at McKinley Park, Wilson Park and Lincoln Park) will be closed this season due to a shortage of lifeguards.
For more information, visit syracuse.recdesk.com.
Area Girl Scouts Wrap Up 2022 Cookie Program
The 2022 cookie program has come to an end. Troops in the Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways (GSNYPENN) Council sold a total of 1,437,162 boxes of cookies – and donated more than 25,000 more – during this year’s program, according to a press release. Sales ran from January 11 to mid-April, after it was extended due to supply chain issues.
“The Girl Scout Cookie Program helps local troops raise crucial funds used to further enhance their Girl Scout Leadership Experience,” said GSNYPENN CEO Julie Dale in a press release. “Our girls achieved their cookie program goals despite challenges beyond their control and those created by the pandemic. Their success is a testament to their entrepreneurial and leadership skills, and the continued support of their families, friends, and communities.”
WonderWorks Syracuse Extends Hours
Families will now have more chances to visit WonderWorks this summer.
The attraction recently announced expanded hours: Monday-Thursday from noon-7 p.m.; Friday-Saturday from 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; and Sunday from noon-6 p.m.
“Whoever said learning can’t be fun has clearly never been to WonderWorks! We strive to provide educational yet exciting activities for students of all ages,” said Jon Cascella, general manager, in a press release. “Come on in from the unpredictable CNY weather and have some fun. It’s going to be a great summer!”
For more information, visit wonderworksonline.com/destiny.
Symphoria to Offer Free Summer Concert Series
Are you hoping to catch an outdoor performance with your family this summer?
Symphoria’s free summer concert series will visit several towns around Central New York, including Auburn (July 3); Hamilton (July 7); Oswego (July 8); Fayetteville (July 9); and Rome (July 30).
For more information, visit experiencesymphoria.org/events/list.
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