IMMEDIATE CLOSURE: SENECA STREET PARKING GARAGE Note: The following is a press release issued by the City of Ithaca. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 10, 2026, City of Ithaca, NY The City of Ithaca has closed the Seneca Street Parking Garage effective immediately in the interest of public safety. The City of Ithaca is responding to a report of concrete debris … Read More
Handwork Celebrates 50 Years as an Artist-Owned Cooperative in Ithaca
Handwork, Ithaca’s artist-owned cooperative, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026 marking five decades of showcasing and supporting handmade work by artists from the Finger Lakes region. Founded in 1976, Handwork has been a longstanding cornerstone of the creative community here in Ithaca. What began as a collective effort by just twelve artists to create a space for selling their … Read More
Mis Wu Waxing Salon Opens in Downtown Ithaca
A New Spot for Self-Care Opens Downtown: Mis Wu Waxing Salon ITHACA, NY — March 19, 2026 Mis Wu Waxing Salon has officially opened in Downtown Ithaca, adding a new personal care offering to the district and expanding the range of services available to residents, students, and visitors. Focused on professional waxing and skincare services, Mis Wu brings a specialized approach … Read More
K-House Reopens with Farm to Feast and QSpaces
A New Chapter for K-House: Food, Music, and Community Under One Roof ITHACA, NY — March 19, 2026 K-HOUSE Karaoke & Arts Hub is reopening in Downtown Ithaca, introducing a reimagined space that brings together live entertainment, food, and flexible community use under one roof. At the center of the reopening is a three-part concept. K-HOUSE returns as a performance-driven venue, … Read More
Adorn Opens in Downtown Ithaca with a Fresh Take on Women’s Fashion
Downtown Ithaca Welcomes Adorn, a New Women’s Fashion Boutique ITHACA, NY — March 12, 2026 Adorn has officially opened in Downtown Ithaca, bringing a new boutique experience focused on women’s fashion and accessories with a youthful, trend-forward perspective.Opened by Ithaca native Maddie Spitznagel, Adorn introduces a curated mix of styles that feel approachable, current, and especially resonant with high school … Read More
2025 Ithaca Retail Mini-Grant Success and 2026 Round of Funding
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 20, 2026 Downtown Ithaca Alliance Shares 2025 Ithaca Retail Mini-Grant Success and Opens 2026 Round of Funding Ithaca, NY – The Downtown Ithaca Alliance (DIA), in partnership with the City of Ithaca, is celebrating the success of the 2025 Ithaca Retail Mini-Grant Program (IRMGP) and has officially opened applications for the 2026 funding cycle. The program supports … Read More
The 28th Annual Downtown Ithaca Chili Cook-off
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Downtown Ithaca’s Chili Cook-Off Returns for 28th Annual Community Fundraiser The longtime winter tradition supports a full year of free public programming and drives seasonal foot traffic for local businesses. ITHACA, NY (February 2026) For nearly three decades, Downtown Ithaca’s Chili Cook-Off has been more than a winter food festival. It is a shared ritual, a gathering … Read More
