Syracuse Parks and Recreation board members were apprised on the status of various park department projects during their regular meeting Monday, July 13.

In a packed two-hour meeting Monday, June 8, Syracuse Parks and Recreation board members were brought up to speed on department projects, COVID-19 responses and finances after a two-month break.

Sarah Wright InkFreeNews SYRACUSE — Syracuse Artisans and Farmers Market will be pushing its opening to May 23 in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Syracuse Parks and Recreation Program Director Darin Lursen noted, “There will be a few changes to the market this year due to the coronavirus. We are going to delay opening day …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Park Foundation’s board met Tuesday, Feb. 25, to discuss the current Conklin Bay trail project and future projects the foundation might want to support. It also reviewed finances. Park Superintendent Chad Jonsson updated board members on the Conklin Bay trail, stating, “The Conklin Bay section is coming along really well. There are …read more.

SYRACUSE — During the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Board meeting Monday, Feb. 10, Park Superintendent Chad Jonsson said the tree board had recently listened to a presentation from the St. Joseph River Basin Commission in regards to a stormwater control grant. “They have selected three communities in Michigan and three communities in Indiana to participate …read more.

SYRACUSE — As 2019 wrapped up, the Syracuse Park Board ended the year with several improvements completed and underway. “I think we’ve done some improvements in all of the parks,” Dave Van Lue, board president, said. “There have been several improvements in the community center itself with a new phone system, fire safety magnetic release …read more.

For its last meeting of 2019, Monday, Dec. 9, the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Board looked ahead to 2020 projects while also wrapping up a few year-end matters. The parking lot curbing/lighting project will occur in spring 2020. Pulver Construction estimates it will take three to four days to finish the curbing. The parks department …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Park Board congregated Monday evening, June 10, to extensively discuss the conceptual idea for Laudeman Park. While the placement of park features such as picnic tables, a shelter and a play area, won’t be set in stone, the board determined what the park will have in order to begin the request for …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Park Foundation meeting did not have enough members in attendance to form a quorum, but discussed a couple of topics nevertheless Tuesday, May 28. While the foundation hasn’t officially met for a few months, the finances and projects are intact and experiencing no issues. The foundation successfully consolidated some financial accounts to …read more.

SYRACUSE — Before the Laudeman Park public planning session and the Syracuse Park Board meeting Monday evening, May 13, two representatives, one from the Syracuse Alumni Association and the other from the Syracuse-Wawasee Trails, presented to the board in regards to serving alcohol at the upcoming alumni banquet and Tour des Lakes. After quick approval …read more.

SYRACUSE — Parents continued corralling in their excited children to the sidewalk of Lakeside Park as they awaited the countdown for the annual Lakeside Egg Hunt to begin. Around 200 kids, up to grade 5, snatched up 2,400 eggs in only a couple of minutes. After the hunt the Syracuse Community Center filled with visitors exchanging …read more.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Kids Olympics at the Harold Schrock Athletic Complex was cancelled Saturday, Aug. 25, due to inclement weather. Organizers with the Lakeland Youth Center and Syracuse Parks and Recreation have not yet determined if the event will be rescheduled. An announcement will be made early in the week of Aug. 27 on …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse-Wawasee Garden Club held a dedication ceremony Sunday, April 8, in Syracuse Lakeside Park, where two benches were placed in the memory of Josephine H. “Jo” Butler, who died unexpectedly Aug. 4, 2017, at the age of 80. Representatives of the Syracuse, Milford and North Webster public libraries each also received copies of …read more.

SYRACUSE — The 9th annual Wawasee Kiwanis Soup supper appears to have been a success Friday night, Jan. 26. Alexis Mast, event organizer and club president-elect, reported she needed to print out more ballots at 6:40 p.m.  Five more tables had to be set up as well. Mast said in the past the event usually …read more.

SYRACUSE — Attend the sixth annual Haunted Thrill at the Syracuse Veterans Memorial Park at Crosson Mill. The park is located across from Syracuse Town Hall on SR 13. This haunted park will be open from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Oct. 27-28 and 31. The cost is $5 per person. The Haunted Thrill will feature …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Parks & Recreation Department is hosting Touch-A-Truck from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 6, at the Syracuse Community Center, North Long Drive. This hands-on event will provide kids with the opportunity to see, touch and explore their favorite big trucks, heavy equipment and emergency vehicles as well as interact with community support leaders who operate them.

SYRACUSE — The Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department will host a free Scotts Major League Baseball Pitch Hit and Run Competition for area youth on Saturday, April 29 at 10 a.m. at the Harold Schrock Athletic Complex .

SYRACUSE—A wealth of excitement awaited children who ventured out on the sunny Saturday morning, April 8, for the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Easter egg hunt.

SYRACUSE — After hearing a request from two local businesses to expand a newly formed riverfront district, Syracuse Town Council approved naming the entire commercial district a riverfront district during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, Feb. 21. The vote was 4-1 with Councilman Bill Musser abstaining. Police Chief Jim Layne received permission to purchase a …read more.

SYRACUSE — Savannah Shelby, Brianna Haessig and Judy Smith were named winners in the Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department and Syracuse-Wawasee Chamber of Commerce Scenic Syracuse Photo Contest. The contest ended Oct. 5 and was organized with the Syracuse-Wawasee Historical Museum.

SYRACUSE — The inaugural Kid Olympics will take place this Saturday at the Harold Schrock Athletic Complex.

The 2nd Annual Mudtastic Classic will be held on Saturday, June 25 at the WACF Levinson- LaBrosse Lakes & Wetlands Education Center located at 11586 SR 13 in Syracuse. This mud run will feature several fun and challenging obstacles along trails near Lake Wawasee. Both adults and kids (ages 7-14) will have the opportunity to …read more.

July is National Parks and Recreation Month. To celebrate, Syracuse Parks and Recreation is organizing a photo contest that will highlight the vibrant park system. All amateur photographers in grades 12 and under are eligible to participate. Contest categories include, “Fun in the Sun, ”“Playing in the Parks,” “Picturesque Park,” and “Park Selfies.” All photos …read more.

July is National Parks and Recreation Month. To celebrate, Syracuse Parks and Recreation is organizing a photo contest that will highlight the vibrant park system. All amateur photographers in grades 12 and under are eligible to participate. Contest categories include, “Fun in the Sun, ”“Playing in the Parks,” “Picturesque Park,” and “Park Selfies.” All photos …read more.

July is National Parks and Recreation Month and, to celebrate, Syracuse Parks & Recreation is organizing a photo contest that will highlight its vibrant and beautiful parks system. All amateur photographers in grades 12 and under are eligible to participate in the contest, which runs from June 16 to July 27. Contest categories include “Fun …read more.

This year’s community-wide garage sale in Syracuse will take place from Thursday, Aug. 1, to Saturday, Aug. 3. The Syracuse Parks Department will advertise all of the garage sales free of charge and permits will not be required in town throughout the weekend. Interested participants can call the Syracuse Community Center to give their information …read more.