Viva Lumina

12/12/2025

11/04/2025

Donations are kindly needed for our Basic Needs Closet.
Right now, we can use the following items:
Shampoo (any size)
Body Wash (any size)
Laundry Soap (less than 10 oz)
Toilet Paper

Twice a week, we operate a Basic Needs Closet where guests are able to select items they need most, such as soap, toothpaste, and deodorant. Surprisingly, these types of items are not covered by SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits and are among the more expensive items on any shopping list. The vast majority of the supplies in the Basic Needs Closet are donated by the community to help provide our guests with the dignity of self-care.

10/18/2025

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Dead Man’s Party is back from the grave. Stay Fresh Artist Series 29 rises for its third haunting on Friday, October 24th from 7–11 pm at Stay Fresh Gallery.
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This is our Halloween art bash. 29 artists filling the gallery with creepy, colorful, and spine-tingling work. Costumes encouraged. Prizes on the line. Free to enter thanks to , , and
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Expect music, giveaways, art you’ll want to take home, and a crowd of ghouls, ghosts, and gallery-goers. Don’t miss the party that only happens once a year.
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Featuring artists: • • • • • • .media • • • • • • • .art • • .art • • • .yan_myk • • Tristan Weatherby-Dellwo • • • • • • .lumina • • .stayfresh • • •
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Stay Fresh Artist Series 29: Dead Man’s Party III
Friday October 24• 7–11 pm
108 Wyoming Street, Syracuse NY
Free Entry

09/27/2025

🧣🧤 Share the Warmth this Winter! ❄️
We’re collecting new and gently used winter hats, gloves, and scarves to help our neighbors stay warm this season.

📍 Donations can be dropped off Monday–Friday, 9 AM–12 PM.
215 North State Street
Syracuse, NY 13203
💻 For more details, visit: samcenter.org

Together, we can make sure everyone feels the warmth of community. 💙

09/26/2025

Dead Man’s Party is back from the grave. Stay Fresh Artist Series 29 rises for its third haunting on Saturday, October 25th from 7–11 pm at Stay Fresh Gallery.
🎃🎃🎃
This is our Halloween art bash. 29 artists filling the gallery with creepy, colorful, and spine-tingling work. Costumes encouraged. Prizes on the line. Free to enter thanks to , , and
🎃🎃🎃
Expect music, giveaways, art you’ll want to take home, and a crowd of ghouls, ghosts, and gallery-goers. Don’t miss the party that only happens once a year.
🎃🎃🎃
Featuring artists: • • • • • • .media • • • • • • • .art • • .art • • • .yan_myk • • Tristan Weatherby-Dellwo • • • • • • • • .stayfresh •
🎃🎃🎃
Stay Fresh Artist Series 29: Dead Man’s Party III
Saturday, October 25 • 7–11 pm
108 Wyoming Street, Syracuse NY
Free Entry

08/12/2025

🧼 Our Basic Needs Closet Is Running Low — Can You Help? 🙏

Our Basic Needs Closet is a lifeline for many in our community — offering essential hygiene items to those who need them most. Right now, our shelves are running low, and we could really use your help restocking the following items:

🧴 Shampoo
🧼 Soap (bar or liquid)
🧻 Toilet paper
🧂 Deodorant
🪥 Toothpaste & toothbrushes
🧽 Feminine hygiene products
🧹 Household cleaning items (optional)

These basic supplies make a big difference in someone’s dignity, comfort, and confidence. If you're able to donate, even a few items go a long way.

Drop-off Location: 215 North State Street
Syracuse, NY 13203
Amazon Wish List
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2CIQZFV9AX64J?ref_=wl_share

Monetary Donations: https://samcenter.org/donate/

Please share this with others in your network — together we can make sure no one has to go without the essentials.

Thank you for your continued kindness and support! 💛