ABOUT THIS EVENT:

The Central New York Community Foundation’s incoming President & CEO, Melanie Littlejohn, wants to hear from you! Join us at one of our community listening and networking events for an opportunity to contribute to the conversation surrounding Central New York’s shared future.

AT THIS EVENT:

  • Enjoy some light fare and networking with Melanie and fellow community members
  • Listening session & conversation: Participants will have the opportunity to share their insights on the region’s biggest strengths, opportunities and needs, as well as ask pertinent questions

Registration is FREE to attend, but space is limited. Please register for only one of the four event sessions. Maximum of two tickets available per registration.

Event Registration

THIS EVENT has ended. Please consider registering for one of our OTHER Community Listening & Networking Events.

DATE AND TIME

Tue, March 26, 2024

3:00pm – 5:00pm EST

LOCATION

Salt City Market
484 S Salina St Syracuse, NY 13202

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. Please consider Joining our waitlist or registering for one of our OTHER Community Listening & Networking Events.

DATE AND TIME

Wed, April 3, 2024

5:30pm – 7:30pm EST

LOCATION

Community Folk Art Center
805 E Genesee St Syracuse, NY 13210

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING OUR WAITLIST OR REGISTERING FOR ONE OF OUR OTHER COMMUNITY LISTENING & NETWORKING EVENTS.

DATE AND TIME

Wed, April 10, 2024

5:00pm – 7:00pm EST

LOCATION

South Side Innovation Center
2610 S Salina St Syracuse, NY 13205
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DATE AND TIME

Thu, April 18, 2024

4:30pm – 6:30pm EST

LOCATION

Arts at the Palace
19 Utica St Hamilton, NY 13346
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DATE AND TIME

Wed, May 1, 2024

1:00pm – 2:30pm EST

LOCATION

Virtual Event – Zoom

The virtual session will be facilitated by former WSYR News Channel 9 anchor Dan Cummings. Registration is FREE, but space is limited. Registration Max: 125 attendees. 

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