I’m just a girl that took the day off to day around and read A Court of Splintered Harmony… Kidding… but also kinda not because I really did decide I’m letting myself take some time to read tomorrow.
So that’s why I’m sending this out Monday evening instead of our normal Tuesday send!
In this Middle of Somewhere, you'll find:
Local jobs board
Calling in Artists and Makers
On the calendar (Halloween week and beyond)
A small request
Early voting wraps up Sunday
To the stars who listen and the dreams that are answered
Victoria
The Local Job Board
[Auburn] Barista: Simple Roast is hiring baristas for its Auburn locations. Learn more!
[Fairport] Kitchen Manager, Line Cooks, Counter Help, Front of House: Lefty’s in Fairport is beginning to build their team. Check out their IG post for more or email [email protected]
[Skaneateles] Baker: Skaneateles Bakery is hiring a full time baker. Email [email protected] for more info
[Syracuse] Barista: Recess Coffee is hiring at all of their locations. Email [email protected] for details
[Pittsford] Shop Keeper: Book Culture is hiring an avid reader with full-time availability. Learn more
[Rochester] Misc.: Parkleigh Rochester is hiring for a full-timer with management potential. Learn more!
Calling in Artists and Makers
There are a BUNCH of fairs, markets, and collaborations going on this holiday season! Here are some that are still taking vender applications:
On the Calendar
Have an event you want to submit? Fill out this form for a chance to have it featured!
TUESDAY:
10/27 [Syracuse] — Friends of the Central Library bring bestselling romance author Abby Jimenez to the : Crouse Hinds Theater for an onstage conversation and audience Q&A. Learn more.
10/27 [Camillus] — Crazy Daisies Greenhouse & Garden Cafe hosts a Dog Halloween Costume Contest, 4-8 p.m. Learn more.
11/3 [Rochester] — Alicia Keys' Tony-winning musical "Hell's Kitchen" plays the Auditorium Theatre Nov. 3-8 as part of the Rochester Broadway Theatre League season. Learn more.
WEDNESDAY:
10/28 [Auburn] — Prison City's last Yappy Hour of the season brings a dog costume contest to the North Street courtyard, 5-7 p.m. Learn more.
10/28 [Auburn] — Cayuga County families: Community Action Programs holds an in-person application day for its Christmas Elf program, 2-5 p.m. at 89 York St. New this year, families apply directly instead of through schools. The deadline is now Nov. 2, and you can pick up an application at the office weekdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Questions: 315-255-1703 ext. 102 or [email protected]. Learn more.
10/28 [Baldwinsville] — Baldwinsville First United Methodist Church presents a free Halloween Concert, 7-8 p.m. Learn more.
THURSDAY:
10/29 [Auburn] — Auburn Public Theater opens the musical revue "Whistle While You Quilt" with Teddy Brill and Dominic Gambaiani at 7 p.m., running through Nov. 6. Get tickets.
10/29 [Auburn] — Right Mind Syracuse brings its Chunky Knit Blanket Workshop back to Prison City North Street, 5:30-8 p.m. Reserve a spot early. Learn more.
10/29 [Auburn] — Orange Trivia Thursday at Prison City North Street, 6-8 p.m. Learn more.
10/29 [Syracuse] — Melodic death metal band The Black Dahlia Murder plays The Song & Dance downtown. Learn more.
11/5 [Rochester] — Ventriloquist and comedian Jeff Dunham brings his touring show to the Kodak Center. Learn more.
FRIDAY:
10/30 [Auburn] — The Seward House Museum's "Death Rites and Mourning Culture" tour (6:30-7:30 p.m.) digs into Victorian mourning customs and the Seward family's own. Learn more.
10/30 [Auburn] — Roast & Toast's Zombie Ball runs 7 to 11 p.m. with DJ Addy, Halloween cocktails, $1 off your first drink if you show up as a zombie, and a costume contest with a $50 gift card on the line. Learn more.
10/30 [Auburn] — Prison City's Armory speakeasy throws Spookeasy, a Halloween-eve soirée with spooky cocktails, small bites, live music from Mojo Combo at 7, and a costume contest for a $100 Prison City gift card (6-9 p.m.). Learn more.
10/30 [Auburn] — DJ Mooch spins at Prison City Pub & Brewery on State Street, 9-11 p.m. Learn more.
10/30 [Camillus] — The Mike Sims Band plays a free set at Crazy Daisies Greenhouse & Garden Cafe, 6-8 p.m. Learn more.
10/30 [Syracuse] — Comedian and actor Guy Torry headlines Halloween-weekend shows at the Funny Bone at Destiny USA, Oct. 30-31. Learn more.
10/30 [Rochester] — Grateful Dead tribute Grateful Shred plays Water Street Music Hall at 8 p.m. (18+). Get tickets.
11/6 [Rochester] — The RPO performs John Williams' score live to a screening of "Raiders of the Lost Ark" at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, Nov. 6-7 at 7:30 p.m. Learn more.
11/6 [Syracuse] — Comedian and podcaster Chris Distefano headlines the Funny Bone at Destiny USA, Nov. 6-7. Learn more.
SATURDAY:
10/31 [Auburn] — Prison City North Street hosts a Red Cross blood drive, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Learn more.
10/31 [Rochester] — Anthology's fourth annual Monster Bash: Decades Edition has local bands dressing up and performing as iconic acts across the decades, 7 p.m. (Listed as sold out last week, so check before you go.) Learn more.
10/31 [Rochester] — Week two of the RPO Piano Festival brings "Biss Plays Beethoven" to Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Learn more.
11/7 [Auburn] — The Auburn Downtown Partnership's Alter Egos Fall Fashion Show spotlights local boutiques, designers, and retailers, with photo ops and a dance party, 6-9 p.m. ($50). Learn more.
11/7 [Camillus] — The Harvest Moon Holiday Market, presented by Fringed Benefits, fills Crazy Daisies with local artists and makers Nov. 7-8, starting at 10 a.m. Learn more.
11/7 [Syracuse] — Theresa Caputo, the "Long Island Medium," brings her live show of audience readings to the Landmark Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Learn more.
11/7 [Syracuse] — Brooke Lynn Hytes, host of "Canada's Drag Race," performs at The Song & Dance downtown. Learn more.
SUNDAY:
11/1 [Rochester] — The Novel Affair Book Fair returns to ARTISANworks with local bookstores and authors, a DIY book-page bouquet bar, a terrarium station, coffee, and a cash bar ($10, includes the gallery). Learn more.
11/1 [Rochester] — The RPO Piano Festival wraps with "Hamelin Plays Brahms" at 2 p.m. at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre. Learn more.
11/8 [Rochester] — The Rush Tribute Project brings a full-production homage to the Canadian rock trio to the Kodak Center at 7:30 p.m. Learn more.
11/8 [Rochester] — The 54th annual Miss Gay Rochester Pageant takes over the Harro East Ballroom at 7 p.m. (tickets from $39). Get tickets.
ONGOING EVENTS:
Friday 10/30 [Camillus] — Last call for the Camillus Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Camillus Municipal Building, with local produce, baked goods, and artisan goods.
Wednesdays [Syracuse] — The Eastside Farmers Market sets up at the Westcott Community Center with local produce and goods. Learn more.
Through 10/30 [Liverpool] — The Spooktacular Stroll, a family-friendly half-mile walk-through at Long Branch Park with witch, ghost, pumpkin, and dinosaur displays, wraps up Oct. 30. Learn more!
Through 10/30 [Marcellus] — Baltimore Woods Nature Center shows "Where We Stop and Nature Begins," watercolor landscapes by Lucie Wellner. Pieces are for sale, and proceeds support the center. Learn more.
Through 10/31 [LaFayette] — Apple-picking season winds down at Beak & Skiff Apple Hill, with U-pick orchards, hard-cider tastings, and a bakery and cafe. Learn more.
