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Experience nature in a unique way on a guided Forest Therapy Walk throughout Baltimore Woods! Forest Therapy, also known as “forest bathing,” stems from a Japanese practice known as Shinrin Yoku. Led by June Leo-Randazzo, a Certified ANFT Forest Therapy Guide, this program invites participants to immerse themselves in nature and open their senses to the surroundings of the forest.

During this slow, mindful, and quiet walk, June will provide a series of relaxing invitations to engage all your senses, release your mind chatter, and deepen connections to nature, allowing you to connect with yourself and others through nature in new ways. You will have opportunities throughout for both individual reflection and to come together as a group to listen and share what we are noticing. The 2.5-hour walk ends with a tea ceremony with wildcrafted tea foraged from the area and snacks.

Registration for this program closes at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, February 5.

More details: This walk is designed for adults. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. You will be notified ahead of the program on where to park and meet on the day of the walk. The walk will take place if it rains or snows. In case a cancellation is necessary due to dangerous conditions, you will be notified by email the morning of the walk. Dress warmly, this program will be entirely outdoors.

Depressive Disorders Support Group is a peer support group that has been meeting regularly for 30 years. Anyone with any form of Depression or Bipolar Depression may attend. You need to be well enough to attend on your own. Support people, students or others may not attend. Our hope is that you leave feeling better than when you walked in.
Contact: jhowley8@gmail.com or call 315-299-5750

Let the stars illuminate the path to love this Valentine’s Day, at the Arlo SoHo lobby, with an astrology experience led by Certified Professional Astrologer Kenzie Dolan of Ruby Jade Rituals. Arrive single or coupled - these exclusive love readings will explore your Natal Astrology Birth Chart, unveiling the influence of Venus and Mars, the celestial forces that shape desire, passion, and relationships.

This free event for Arlo guests offers a deep dive into astrological love languages with an extra touch of “magick”—your reading is on the house!

Following the free reading, guests can receive a custom name tag in one of four vibrant colors, representing the elemental energy (Fire, Earth, Air, Water) of their love planets. This playful interactive twist encourages conversation and connection, making for a truly unforgettable Valentine’s celebration.

CNY Leaders' Circle Workshop Event: Mental Health in the Workplace for Leaders (Early Bird Pricing Ends February 5!

️Leaders, are you ready to create a THRIVING workplace? Statistics show a massive disconnect: 92% of your team craves well-being support, yet 70% of leaders lack training on how to provide it.

This exclusive workshop bridges that gap. Join the CNY Leaders' Circle on February 19 and gain the critical skills to cultivate a mentally healthy work environment, boost productivity, and support your own well-being as a leader.

Here's how you'll benefit:
Identify early signs of emotional distress in your team
Master communication techniques for open conversations about mental health
Foster a culture of well-being that empowers your team to thrive
Find stability within yourself so you are equipped to handle any challenge
Develop your own well-being plan for a balanced life
Discover local resources to support you and your team
and more!

We've assembled a powerhouse team of experts to guide you:

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Dr. Kaushal B. Nanavati is an Integrative Family Physician at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY who enjoys educating people on wellness, self-care, and achieving contentment and peace in life using humor, stories, and real, tangible examples. He is an author and sought-after speaker, having written a book series, CORE 4 of Wellness, which is a culmination of evidence and insights addressing the importance of nutrition, physical exercise, stress management, and spiritual wellness to achieve a balanced life.

Beth McCarthy, NCC, LMHC: Beth has more than 30 years of experience in the mental health field and Employee Assistance Programming. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. Beth has been the Clinical Manager for Crouse HelpPeople EAP since 2017. In this role, she administers the overall operation of HelpPeople, while also providing clinical counseling, crisis response, wellness and leadership courses, and consultations to those in leadership and non-leadership roles across industries.

Renee Hagar-Smith is a visionary leadership coach, workplace consultant, and founder of the CNY Leaders’ Circle. A suicide loss survivor, she's passionate about mental health awareness and fostering open conversations around suicide loss. Renee teaches compassionate, authentic, and vulnerable leadership and life skills, helping leaders to create more compassionate workplaces and foster better communication. She also empowers female leaders to lead with heart, courage, and strength.

Don't miss this chance to become a more effective and empathetic leader!

Date: February 19, 2025
Time: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology, 500 S Franklin St, Armory Square, Syracuse, NY 13202
Parking: Dedicated lot and private entrance for event
Event Fee: (EARLY BIRD PRICING ends 02/05): $325
(regular event pricing will be $375)

**BONUS: MOST is opening just for attendees before the event at no additional fee!**

REGISTER NOW to secure your spot!

CNY Leaders Circle is CNY's dedicated leadership community. Learn more at CNYLeadersCircle.com

Depressive Disorders Support Group is a peer support group that has been meeting regularly for 30 years. Anyone with any form of Depression or Bipolar Depression may attend. You need to be well enough to attend on your own. Support people, students or others may not attend. Our hope is that you leave feeling better than when you walked in.
Contact: jhowley8@gmail.com or call 315-299-5750

Looking for something to do this winter that will expand your brain and perhaps result in a raise at work? Cornell Cooperative Extension of Onondaga County is offering a five-session course on the basics of forestry.

Beginning February 26, 2025, the ISA Prep Course is a program that provides training to prospective arborists, landscape professionals, municipal workers and members of the public who are interested in receiving the International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist credential.

You don’t have to want to become an arborist to attend! We have a wide array of topics that would be interesting and useful to anyone who loves trees! “We’re looking for people who are curious about trees and the role they play in our changing environment,” said Leanna Nugent, Community Forestry and Natural Resources Educator for Cornell Cooperatives Extension of Onondaga County. “Those employed in landscaping and lawncare would find this prep course a good step toward becoming a certified an arborist.”

Weekly lectures will be taught by guest speakers and will cover the items on the ISA Certification Exam. The cost of the course also includes a copy of the Arborist Certification Guide.

The ISA Prep Course will be a 5-part program and will be available both in person at CCE Onondaga (6505 Collamer Rd, East Syracuse NY 13057) or virtually via zoom.

More information and to register: https://cceonondaga.org/environment/forestry

The interactive lecture schedule is:

Session 1: Tree Biology, Tree ID and Soil Science – 2/26/2025
Course 1: Tree Identification with Jennifer Julianna Lerner
Course 2: Tree Biology with Rebecca Hargrave
Course 3: Soil Science with Nina Bassuk

Session 2: Water, Nutrition and Installation & Establishment – 3/5/25
Course 1: Plant Establishment with Dale Tuttle
Course 2: Plant Nutrition with Kelly Hennigan

Session 3: Pruning, Diagnosis and Plant Healthcare – 3/12/25
Course 1: Plant Healthcare with Michael Mahanna
Course 2: Pruning with Jeanne Grace

Session 4: Tree Risk Assessment, Construction & Urban Forestry – 3/19/25
Course 1: Tree Risk Assessment with Leanna Nugent
Course 2: Trees and Construction with Jeffrey Romano
Course 3: Urban Forestry with Deborah Hilbert

Session 5: Safety, Climbing, Cabling and Lightning Protection with Jennifer Hause Wood – 3/26/25

**ISA Credits have been approved. CNLP Credits are pending.

Depressive Disorders Support Group is a peer support group that has been meeting regularly for 30 years. Anyone with any form of Depression or Bipolar Depression may attend. You need to be well enough to attend on your own. Support people, students or others may not attend. Our hope is that you leave feeling better than when you walked in.
Contact: jhowley8@gmail.com or call 315-299-5750

In November 2024, FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. and PEACE, Inc. held a ‘Whole Family Summit’ focused on how to enhance our community’s capacity to develop collaborative and family-centric solutions for overcoming basic needs. Funded by the CNY Community Foundation, the Summit also served as a pilot that could potentially be replicated to address other community priorities. As the Summit was designed to engage individuals at the grassroots level, the majority of participants were frontline service workers, community representatives, and families. This forum will describe key concepts underlying the Whole Family approach to planning and providing services, and Summit findings.

Depressive Disorders Support Group is a peer support group that has been meeting regularly for 30 years. Anyone with any form of Depression or Bipolar Depression may attend. You need to be well enough to attend on your own. Support people, students or others may not attend. Our hope is that you leave feeling better than when you walked in.
Contact: jhowley8@gmail.com or call 315-299-5750

Looking for something to do this winter that will expand your brain and perhaps result in a raise at work? Cornell Cooperative Extension of Onondaga County is offering a five-session course on the basics of forestry.

Beginning February 26, 2025, the ISA Prep Course is a program that provides training to prospective arborists, landscape professionals, municipal workers and members of the public who are interested in receiving the International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist credential.

You don’t have to want to become an arborist to attend! We have a wide array of topics that would be interesting and useful to anyone who loves trees! “We’re looking for people who are curious about trees and the role they play in our changing environment,” said Leanna Nugent, Community Forestry and Natural Resources Educator for Cornell Cooperatives Extension of Onondaga County. “Those employed in landscaping and lawncare would find this prep course a good step toward becoming a certified an arborist.”

Weekly lectures will be taught by guest speakers and will cover the items on the ISA Certification Exam. The cost of the course also includes a copy of the Arborist Certification Guide.

The ISA Prep Course will be a 5-part program and will be available both in person at CCE Onondaga (6505 Collamer Rd, East Syracuse NY 13057) or virtually via zoom.

More information and to register: https://cceonondaga.org/environment/forestry

The interactive lecture schedule is:

Session 1: Tree Biology, Tree ID and Soil Science – 2/26/2025
Course 1: Tree Identification with Jennifer Julianna Lerner
Course 2: Tree Biology with Rebecca Hargrave
Course 3: Soil Science with Nina Bassuk

Session 2: Water, Nutrition and Installation & Establishment – 3/5/25
Course 1: Plant Establishment with Dale Tuttle
Course 2: Plant Nutrition with Kelly Hennigan

Session 3: Pruning, Diagnosis and Plant Healthcare – 3/12/25
Course 1: Plant Healthcare with Michael Mahanna
Course 2: Pruning with Jeanne Grace

Session 4: Tree Risk Assessment, Construction & Urban Forestry – 3/19/25
Course 1: Tree Risk Assessment with Leanna Nugent
Course 2: Trees and Construction with Jeffrey Romano
Course 3: Urban Forestry with Deborah Hilbert

Session 5: Safety, Climbing, Cabling and Lightning Protection with Jennifer Hause Wood – 3/26/25

**ISA Credits have been approved. CNLP Credits are pending.