Thank you, again, for clicking on and tuning into Syracuse New Times‘ weekend event listing. There is a wide variety this week, featuring festivals in Downtown Syracuse and Cazenovia, sports and activity-centered fundraisers, music and theatre and puppetry.

With the nice weather we’re going to have, it’ll be prime time to get out and enjoy what’s going on. It’s not for the birds, but it is for The Byrds.

Apple Blossom Festival

Celebrate spring and CNY beauty with a cookout and afternoon activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Where: Critz Farms, 3232 Rippleton Road, Cazenovia
When: Saturday, May 21| noon – 5 p.m.
Cost: Free admission | 662-3355

Assault City Roller Derby

It’s time to roll! Assault City hosts Enchanted Mountain in a home bout, looking for a win and some redemption.

Where: SRC Arena, Onondaga Community College, 4585 W. Seneca Tpke., Syracuse
When: Saturday, May 21 | 4 p.m.
Cost: $8/advance, $10/day-of, Free/ages 12 & under | Buy Online

Carrier Park Grand Opening

The project to ensure the Syracuse Challenger League has a permanent location to play is now finished after three years. Everyone is welcome to enjoy games, food and more family friendly, engaging activities.

Where: Carrier Park Field of Dreams, 600 Roby Ave., E. Syracuse
When: Saturday, May 14 | 2 p.m.
Cost: Free admission | 433-5176

De Temps Antan

Earlville Opera House kicks off its seasonal concert lineup with the trio from Quebec, whose folk artistry is heavy on the French and fun.

Where: Earlville Opera House, 18 E. Main St., Earlville
When: Saturday, May 21 | 8 p.m.
Cost: $13 – $35 | Buy Online | 691-3550

Downtown Living Tour

The 10th Annual Downtown Living Tour returns for another showcase of enticing urban abodes, occupied and for your consideration, in 10 locations. The tour is self-guided and walkable, but a shuttle service is available.

Where: Tours begin at 110 Walton St., Syracuse
When: Saturday, May 21 | noon
Cost: $12/advance, $15/day-of | Buy Online | 422-8284

Great Strides Walk 

The family-friendly walk and  fundraiser will raise funds for research, education, treatment and care for those affected by the disease.

Where: Green Lakes State Park, 7900 Green Lakes Road, Fayetteville
When: Saturday, May 21 | 9 a.m.
Cost: No fee to register or join a team, but donations are appreciated  | Donate Online | 463-7965

Roger McGuinn

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member and Byrds founder will folk up your Saturday, performing in an intimate setting.

Where: Catherine Cummings Theatre, 16 Lincklaen St., Cazenovia
When: Saturday, May 21 | 8 p.m.
Cost: $35 | Buy Online | (800) 838-3006

Salt City BBQ Festival

Food food and more finger lickin’ food. The festival also recognizes active military and veterans, and collects donations for the homeless. There will be plenty of vendors, music and food competitions.

Where: Clinton Square, Syracuse
When: Saturday, May 21 – Sunday, May 22 | 11 a.m.
Cost: Free admission | More Info | 466-9995

Saranac Thursdays

The weekly after-hours music and beer bash series returns, and Showtime kicks off the festivities.

Where: F.X. Matt Brewing Company, 830 Varick St., Utica
When: Thursday, May 19 | 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $5 (includes a beer) | More Info | (800) 765-6288

Symphoria: Star Wars and a Galaxy Far Away

Due to demand and popularity, there are two chances to see this special show. The first half of the program features musical selections from various space-related films. The second half features Star Wars selections, beginning with Episode I.

Oswego Community Youth Orchestra performs at 6:30 p.m. Special appearance by Nick the Lounge Singer.

Where: Crouse-Hinds Theatre, 411 Montgomery St., Syracuse
When: Saturday, May 21 | 1:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $36, $65, $80 | Buy Online | 299-5598

Editor’s Picks: Puppet Masters and Master Puppets

Let’s get weird, shall we?

One event features people who pretend they are people, animals and inanimate objects they are not. The others manipulate inanimate person and animal-like objects

Guild of Thespian Puppets

Disclaimer: This particular event is an adult puppet show and may contain foul language and subject matter.

Where: Funk N Waffles, 727 S. Crouse Ave., Syracuse
When: Thursday, May 19 | 8 p.m.
Cost: $5 | Buy Online

Salt City Improv

Pork Pie Hat takes the stage, performing short-form improv in the style of Whose Line is it Anyway?

Where: Salt City Improv Theatre, Shoppingtown Mall, 3649 Erie Blvd E, Syracuse
When: Saturday, May 14 | 8 p.m.
Cost: $10 | 410-1962

The World’s a Stage!

Five Women Wearing the Same Dress

Theatre Du Jour’s dinner theatre experience, directed by Moe Harrington.

Where: Quality Inn, 70 E. First St., Oswego
When: Friday, May 20 | 6 p.m. (cocktails), 7 p.m. (dinner)
Cost: $60/person | Buy Online | (518) 253-6930

The Importance of Being Earnest

Homer Thespian Society takes on Oscar Wilde’s “comedy for serious people.”

Where: Center for the Arts of Homer, 72 S. Main St., Homer
When: Friday, May 20 – Saturday, May 21 | 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $6, $8 (available at the door) | (607) 479-4900

Other Shows:

42nd Street at Crouse-Hinds Theater (Closes tonight) 
Baskerville: A Sherlock Homes Mystery at Syracuse Stage
Complete History of America at Baldwinsville Theatre Guild (Closing)
Macbeth at Central New York Playhouse (Closing)
Ragtime at Redhouse Arts Center (Sold Out, Closing)

Chiefs of Spring

All baseball games are played at NBT Stadium, 1 Tex Simone Dr, Syracuse. Box office phone: 474-7833.

Dollar Thursday / Mullet Night

That’s right, folks. Boast the mullets.

Opponent: Norfolk Tides
When: Thursday, May 19| 6:35 p.m.
Cost: $5-$12 | Buy Online

Fireworks Friday / Strike Out Stroke Night 

Support stroke awareness with a 50/50 raffle, maybe pick up a replica jersey and enjoy fireworks.

Opponent: Norfolk Tides
When: Friday, May 20 | 6:35 p.m.
Cost: $5-$12 | Buy Online

Super Saturday / Money Madness

The first 1,000 fans will pick up envelopes containing cash.

Opponent: Norfolk Tides
When: Saturday, May 21 | 1:05 p.m.
Cost: $5-$12 | Buy Online

Family Sunday / Safe Kids Day 

Expo in the the concourse about safety. Kids run the bases after the game.

Opponent: Norfolk Tides
When: Sunday, May 22 | 1:05 p.m.
Cost: $5-$12 | Buy Online

Weekend at the Fairgrounds

The Fairgrounds is located at 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse.

NYS Breeders Horse Show – Section 1

Where: Toyota Coliseum
When: Thursday, May 19 – Sunday, May 22 | 8 a.m. daily
Cost: Free | More Info | 436-1933

CNY Kids Expo

Where: Horticulture Building
When: Saturday, May 21 | 10 a.m.
Cost: $10/four pack, $3/per extra person| More Info | 430-2823

Syracuse Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival

Where: Chevy Court
When: Saturday, May 21| noon
Cost: $5/general admission, $18.50/beer lover’s package, $20/VIP ticket, $30/beer sampler ticket | More Info & Tickets | (617) 782-7117

CNY Theatre Organ Society Concert: David Gray

Where: Empire Theater
When: Saturday, May 22 | 8 p.m.
Cost: $15/adult non-member, $2/child non-member | Buy Online | 451-6551

Weather Forecast

(Subject to change, of course.)

THURSDAY

Temperature: 66 degrees / 43 degrees
Conditions: Let there be sun!

FRIDAY

Temperature: 73 degrees / 46 degrees
Conditions: More sun.

SATURDAY

Temperature: 74 degrees / 52 degrees
Conditions: It’s a great day for a hammock nap!

SUNDAY 

Temperature: 71 degrees / 50 degrees
Conditions: Channel 9 says sun. CNY Central & TWC says rain. You decide.

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