School’s out, summer is in!

Join us for the South Side Growth Summer Kick Off on July 1, from 1–4 PM at McKinley Park for an afternoon of food, fun, and community! Families can enjoy a community cookout, connect with local organizations, and take part in our Youth Summer Play Giveaway, featuring outdoor play kits, beach towels, and limited-quantity swimsuits for youth ages 1–12.

Day: Wednesday July 1
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Location: McKinley Park

This event is free and open to the community. Come celebrate the start of summer with your neighbors and kick off the season with a splash!

Thank you to all of our event partners: Syracuse Parks & Recreation, Sapphire Recruitment, Inc., Community Bank, N.A., United Way of Central New York, SNUG Outreach, Layla’s Got You, and Wegmans.