Looking for summer plans? From fireworks to festivals, here’s a curated list of must-do July events across CNY—and a few standout happenings statewide.
East Syracuse Fireworks Show

Saturday, July 12 @ East Syracuse Elementary Field
Celebrate with live music from Faded Vinyl beginning at 6:15?PM, followed by a spectacular fireworks display at 9:30?PM in the 48th annual Ronald A. Russell Jr. Fireworks Celebration.
Learn more here
Beers, Bikes & Barges: Oneida

On July 24, pedal through Syracuse’s rich brewing and canal heritage on a 90-minute bike tour hosted by the Erie Canal Museum and Talking Cursive Brewing Company. You'll start at the Museum, ride past historical sites—including the original Greenway’s Brewing location—then end at Talking Cursive for a complimentary beer and behind-the-scenes brewery history. Registration is $20 and includes your first drink.
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Taste of Buffalo (Greater Niagara)

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When preparing to sell, paint isn’t just decoration—it’s strategy. According to a recent Zillow study, buyers are willing to pay thousands more depending on your color choices. Here’s how to select hues that can enhance your home’s appeal—and your bottom line.
 
Kitchen: Earthy Olive Green

Swap stark white for a deep olive green in your kitchen. Zillow found cabinets painted in olive can add roughly $1,600 to your sale price. Shades like Sherwin-Williams’ Ripe Olive or Secret Garden align with the “organic modernism” trend—natural yet refined.
 
Bedroom: Luxurious Navy Blue

A navy blue bedroom isn’t just calming—it’s lucrative. Homes with navy walls sell for around $1,800 more, according to Zillow. This rich, timeless hue helps buyers envision a stylish, cozy sanctuary.
 
Living Room: Moody Dark Gray

Ditch sterile neutrals—dark gray living rooms emerged as particularly valu ...

In a year where national real estate trends are mixed, Syracuse is charting its own course—and making headlines along the way. From strong home sale prices to competitive buying conditions, Central New York is proving to be one of the most dynamic and opportunity-filled markets in the country.
Whether you're considering buying your first home or planning to sell your current one, there’s a lot to feel encouraged about this spring.

A Quick Look at National Real Estate Trends
Across the U.S., many real estate markets have cooled compared to the frenzied pace of the last few years. Rising mortgage rates, affordability concerns, and limited inventory are prompting some buyers to hit pause, creating slower sales volume in many regions.
However, that’s not the case everywhere.
Certain markets—especially mid-size cities with strong job growth and reasonable home prices—are bucking the trend. Syracuse is one of them. Our market has remained resilient, activ ...

In a fast-paced real estate market like Onondaga County, where homes are often met with multiple offers and rising prices, the home appraisal can be a pivotal moment in the transaction. Whether you’re preparing to sell or looking to buy, understanding what an appraisal is—and how to prepare for it—can make or break a deal.
A home appraisal is a third-party evaluation of a property’s fair market value, typically required by a mortgage lender to ensure the loan amount aligns with the home’s worth. But in a hot market, appraisals can become a sticking point. When bidding wars push sale prices higher, the appraisal doesn’t always keep up—and that can have serious implications for buyers and sellers alike.
Here’s what to expect—and how to make sure you’re prepared.

1. What Is a Home Appraisal & Why Does It Matter?
An appraisal protects both the lender and the buyer. It ensures the home is worth what the buyer is offering ...

On Saturday, June 14th, Syracuse will come together for an event that moves both body and spirit—the Bike & Walk for Brady Community Fun Day. Hosted by the Brady Faith Center, this day of biking, walking, and community celebration helps fund life-changing programs that uplift the Syracuse Southside neighborhood.
Learn more and register here: Bike & Walk for Brady Community Fun Day
The Brady Faith Center serves as an oasis of hope, peace, and justice for families and individuals facing economic and social challenges. With twenty unique programs, the center works to strengthen the fabric of the Southside community by fostering relationships, restoring dignity, and expanding opportunities for all.

One standout program is Pedal to Possibilities, a transformative initiative that invites participants on group bike rides three times per week—year-round. After completing ten rides, participants can earn their own bike, helmet, and lock. What might seem like a si ...