Onondaga East Chamber

11/04/2026

Joining your local chamber of commerce is one of the most effective ways to deeply connect with your community and accelerate business growth.

Beyond gainful networking opportunities—like morning coffee meetups, evening mixers, and annual gatherings—membership provides a dedicated platform to amplify your voice, increase brand visibility, and collaborate with like-minded local leaders.

Whether you are seeking high-impact promotional opportunities, advocacy for business-friendly policies, or meaningful ways to give back through community-wide initiatives, becoming a chamber member embeds your business into the heart of the region's economic and civic life.

11/03/2026

Reminder: don't miss out tomorrow on this Java Talk with Fayetteville Free Library

Join us from 8 a.m.- 9 a.m.!

11/03/2026

Look at what Kathy Fortner, Independent Consultant, The Pampered Chef has this November!

11/02/2026

An event for everyone! Dive in! - https://mailchi.mp/87d9a19cac73/the-mid-month-update-5816834

Congratulations to our Business of the Month Manlius Ace Home Center

Welcome New Member Pavone's Pizza and Eatery

Join us for our Holiday Party & Cookie Exchange, Annual Dinner, and Java Talk with Fayetteville Free Library.

We are urgently seeking community businesses to host a flyer (from OEC) and a donation jar from January to May to collect money for our two local pantries, Fayetteville Manlius Food Pantry and Heaven's Pantry, for our revamped Party for the Pantries. Please reach out if you will collect for your community pantries.

Hats off to Canandaigua National Bank on the Grand Opening and for their Cash for Class event, where they invited members of 4 local elementary schools. The event was designed to add a little fun twist to our donation efforts. They donated cash to all 4 schools but added a money machine contest.

Check out events/promos from Kathy Fortner, Independent Consultant, The Pampered Chef, Clear Path for Veterans with Miles & Macros, LLC , Montessori School of Syracuse, Solvay Bank, Fayetteville Farmers Market CNY, and Manlius Senior Activity Centre

11/01/2026

Congratulations Judy M. Winslow HUNT Real Estate ERA Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker

Giving back to this community has always been close to my heart. Central New York is more than where I live and work. It's home, and I feel so fortunate to be surrounded by organizations, volunteers, and neighbors who do so much to make it a better place for everyone. I am incredibly honored and humbled to be named the 2026 Outstanding Philanthropist by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Central New York Chapter (AFP-CNY)!

I would love for you to join me as we celebrate the incredible spirit of giving in our community at the 2026 National Philanthropy Day celebration!

📅 Friday, November 13, 2026
📍 DoubleTree, East Syracuse

This recognition means so much to me, and I would be delighted to share this special morning with friends, colleagues, and fellow community supporters.

Learn more and register here:
https://community.afpglobal.org/afpnycentralchapter/events/simple-registration?CalendarEventKey=8877fe69-807e-4405-b0a7-01a00b35931b

Thank you to AFP-CNY for this wonderful honor and to the many people and organizations who inspire me to keep giving back.

11/01/2026

💙Together, We Can Change the Game for Our Pantries 💙

Imagine what happens when an entire community moves in the same direction.

For years, our community has come together for a single night to support our local heroes at the Fayetteville Manlius Food Pantry and Heaven’s Pantry. But this year, we realized something powerful: we don’t have to limit our impact to just one evening.

We are evolving the way we give back, and we need **YOU** to be a part of it.

💙A 5-Month Community Movement

From January through May, we are launching a 5-month, community-wide donation effort. Instead of a single event, we are bringing the fundraiser directly to the heart of our community—our local businesses!

Whether you are a storefront on Main Street, a local service provider, or an online business, your business can be a beacon of hope. By simply hosting a Party for the Pantries donation bucket and flyer, you give every neighbor who walks through your doors a chance to make a difference.

💙Why Partner With Us?

Exponential Impact: Every coin, dollar, and round-up adds up. With all our local businesses participating, we can make a bigger, more transformational impact for our pantries than in any year before.

Spotlight on Your Business: We want to celebrate you! We'll prominently highlight participating businesses across our marketing channels, social media, and event materials as community champions.

Complete Flexibility: Host a simple bucket, or run your own mini-campaign—like a "Match Month," a special "Raise-Up Day," or a point-of-sale round-up. You decide what works best for your business.

🍕The Grand Finale Celebration 🍻 Trivia 🍕

To wrap up this incredible 5-month push, we’re ditching the traditional silent auction dinner for a high-energy, casual community gathering at Goodwood Tavern (catered by Trappers II Pizza & Pub - T2)!

👉The Fun: Casual gathering featuring trivia with the infamous Spice Master himself, Josh Amidon!
👉The Big Reveal: We will announce our total 5-month collection total, share impact stories from our pantry partners, and present the John Goodfellow Community Impact Award.
👉Save the Date: Mark your calendars for May 11 or May 25 (official date coming soon)!

📢 How to Get Involved TODAY

We need our business community to stand with us. Will you join the movement?

👉 PLEASE REACH OUT IF YOU WILL HOST A DONATION BUCKET. We will bring you a flyer so you’re ready to go!

💻 Are you an online business?
Check the first comment below to see how you can host a digital flyer and participate online!

Together, we can turn small change into a massive impact for our neighbors. Let’s make this our most impactful year yet!

10/29/2026

Welcome New Member Pavone's Pizza and Eatery

Need catering? Look no further!!!

Voted Best Cheese Pizza in CNY!!🍕
Serving the Syracuse community for over 50 years!!
Pizzas, wings, Subs, Salads and more

10/28/2026

PLEASE REACH OUT IF YOU WILL HOST A DONATION BUCKET. WE WILL GIVE YOU A FLYER. See the first comment below how to do this if you are an online business.

We are evolving the way we give back! The Party for the Pantries is officially transitioning from a single-night fundraiser into a 5-month community-wide donation effort. Instead of waiting for one evening, local OEC member businesses (ANY BUSINESSES) will feature donation buckets and run custom mini-campaigns (at each business's own discretion)—like Match Months, Raise-Up Days, and point-of-sale round-ups—January through May. Every drop of small change adds up to a massive impact for our local community pantries.

🗓Save the Date (Either May 11, or May 25)

🎉The Grand Finale: To wrap up the year-round push, we are ditching the traditional silent auction dinner for a high-energy, casual community gathering!

📍Location: Goodwood Tavern (catered by Trappers II Pizza & Pub - T2)

💃The Fun: Casual event featuring trivia with the infamous Spice Master himself, Josh Amidon

✨️The Highlights: The big reveal of our total year-round collection, impact stories from our pantry partners, and the presentation of the John Goodfellow Community Impact Award.

👀Keep an eye out for official donation buckets at your favorite OEC establishments, drop in your spare change, and get ready to celebrate with us on the courts! Together, we can turn small change into a big impact for our neighbors.

10/26/2026

🎉 Happy 20th Anniversary to Fred Astaire Syracuse – Syracuse! 💃🕺

For two incredible decades, this amazing studio has been a cornerstone of our community, filling lives with rhythm, grace, confidence, and joy. From teaching countless local couples their first wedding dances to helping students of all ages discover a lifelong passion for ballroom dancing, your impact on Syracuse has been truly magical.

Thank you to the dedicated instructors, staff, and wonderful community of dancers who have made the past 20 years so special. Here’s to celebrating two decades of unforgettable memories, incredible showcases, and steps well-taken—and to many more years of dancing ahead! ✨🥂

If you’ve ever thought about stepping onto the dance floor, there’s no better place than Fred Astaire! Drop them some love in the comments below! 👇💙