Special Events Coordinator for the City of Syracuse Parks and Recreation Department, Jeff Satalin, at Clinton Square.
Christine Pitawanich
NCC News
The Start of Something Big?
This Saturday, the City of Syracuse’s Parks and Recreation Department is hosting their first ever Family Friendzy. The event will last from 10AM to 6PM at Clinton Square. The goal, is to bring families together for a day of free fun.
Affordable Fun
Family Friendzy will be a welcome option for families on a budget. “We do the events free of charge. It helps a bunch of families and anyone else who may not be able to go to these other festivals that charge for things,” said Special Events Coordinator, Jeff Satalin.
For the Kids
There will be entertainment lined up as well. Justin Bieber, a young singer who was recently signed onto Usher’s recording label, is scheduled to do a free concert. In addition, kids can learn about other cultures while Vietnamese, Irish, and Ukrainian dance groups perform. “We try to open it up to as many cultures as possible,” emphasized Satalin.
For the Grown-Ups
However, parents won’t be left out of the fun. While the kids learn about different cultures, play games, or entertain themselves with something else, parents have the option of getting a manicure, pedicure or a massage for a nominal fee.
An Option for Families this Weekend
Quanasha Freeman, a little girl living in Syracuse said she is excited for Family Friendzy, “It sounds very fun. I would like to play a lot of games.” Her step-mother, Niccole Mattice is also looking forward to the event, “It’s good to have the kids out having fun for the summertime doing fun things, playing fun games and enjoying the summer itself; it’s a beautiful thing.”
Niccole Mattice with her family and friends.
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