February 10
The Third Option, “Appreciating Personality Differences in Marriage,” at Holy Cross Church, 4112 East Genesee St., DeWitt, 7 to 9 p.m. When we are dating we fall in love with our spouse for certain traits. Later those same traits can start to drive us crazy. Come learn how to live with — even appreciate — those annoying personality traits. It is possible! Free. All are welcome and there is no pre-registration necessary. Contact Stephanie Stewart at (315) 472-6728 for more information.
February 17
Pancake breakfast at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 801 Main St., Vestal, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. All-you-can-eat breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, home fries, sausage, juice, and coffee. $8 per person ($30 max per family); kids 5 and under free. All proceeds benefit the Youth Ministry Program.
March 2
Irish Hooley at Holy Family School, 130 Chapel Dr., Syracuse, 4-9:30 p.m. An evening of family-friendly food, fun, and entertainment that supports the children of the school. Adults $8, seniors $6, children $3, family $20. Tickets available in the school office or at the door. Call (315) 487-8515 for information.
March 6
Lenten Day of Reflection with Sister Kathleen Osbelt, OSF, at Christ the King Retreat House, 500 Brookford Rd., Syracuse, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Days of reflection are gifts we give to ourselves for the purpose of “coming home to ourselves.” A day of reflection is an opportunity to draw away from the distractions of everyday, put oneself in a different environment, and look at who one is before and in God. Offering: $30, includes lunch. For reservations call (315) 446-2680, email ctkretreat@syrdio.org, or register at ctkretreat.com.