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SUMMARY:Returning Light.
DESCRIPTION:Please join us this month as fifteen of our artist members celebrate the returning light. The show will feature paintings\, photos\, prints\, and drawings representing a broad spectrum of styles.\nThe show will run from February 5th through March 1st\, 2026. Opening reception Friday\, February 6th\, 5–8pm \nRegular hours Thursday-Sunday 12-5 pm. 120 W State St. Curbside parking and ADA accessibility. 607-277-1626. Made possible in part with funds from the NYS Council on the Arts\, administered by the Community Arts Partnership.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/returning-light/
LOCATION:State of the Art Gallery\, 120 W State St #2\, Ithaca\, 14850\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="State of the Art Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@soag.org
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SUMMARY:Handwork Co-op's Winter Seconds Sale
DESCRIPTION:“You don’t want to miss out on Handwork Co-op’s highly anticipated Winter Seconds Sale! Running from February 20th – March 12\nEnjoy a wide range of discounts on artists’ seconds\, slightly imperfect and overstock wares. We get fresh seconds from our artists’ every year. Discounts range from 10% to 75% off. This includes candles\, pottery\, fiber arts\, woodcraft\, jewelry\, glass\, wall art\, and so much more.\nWhat’s on Sale:\nArtist’s Seconds that are slightly imperfect or overstock from the previous year – still full of charm\, totally unique and beautiful.\nThese items are priced to sell – out with the old and in with the new! Sale includes work from our local artists\, New York State artists\, and beyond.\nHow to Shop:\nOur seconds sale is in-store only but we offer more than one way to shop: E-mail our staff at HandworkOnlineShop@gmail.com to request photos of our shelves and shop the sale from afar. Be sure to follow us on Instagram to see what we’re posting there from the sale.\nWinter Store Hours:\nMon-Sat: 10-5\nSunday: 11-5
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/handwork-co-ops-winter-seconds-sale/
LOCATION:Handwork\, 102 West State Street\, Ithaca\, N\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Handwork":MAILTO:HandworkMPC@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Rolling With Pride: LGBTQ game night at Riverwood Gifts
DESCRIPTION:join us at Riverwood gifts for a night of fun and board games! Celebrating our LGBTQ community Riverwood is a safe and inclusive place to come hang out and play! Pizza provided by SAL’s pizzeria
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/rolling-with-pride-lgbtq-game-night-at-riverwood-gifts-2/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:Riverwood\, 116 E State St\, ITHACA\, N\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Riverwood":MAILTO:marking@theriverwoodotter.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T190000
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Open Mic Night at The Nocturnal Café
DESCRIPTION:The Nocturnal Café (formerly Sacred Root Kava Lounge & Tea Bar) welcomes you to experience our weekly Open Mic Night hosted by a rotating cast of talented local artists. Come on down to share your song or story! Let’s cultivate shared creativity! Showcase your talents and enjoy the experience of creative connection with a welcoming and supportive audience at Ithaca’s only alcohol-free nightlife destination.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/wednesday-open-mic-night-at-the-nocturnal-cafe/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:The Nocturnal Café\, 103 S. Geneva St.\, Ithaca\, 14850
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Nocturnal Caf%C3%A9":MAILTO:nocturnalcafeny@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T120000
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SUMMARY:Gratitude in Detail: Paintings Inspired by Nature. Darcy Binns and Cindy Kaufman
DESCRIPTION:Inspired by her daily walks\, Darcy Binns’s paintings on up-cycled cardboard strive to find a balance between abstraction and realism. \nPainting in an abstract\, illustrative style\, Cindy Kaufman’s paintings capture the colors\, light\, and movement seen in nature.\n
The show will run from March 5th through March 29th\, 2026. Opening reception Friday\, March 6th\, 5–8pm.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/gratitude-in-detail-paintings-inspired-by-nature-darcy-binns-and-cindy-kaufman/
LOCATION:State of the Art Gallery\, 120 W State St #2\, Ithaca\, 14850\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="State of the Art Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@soag.org
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SUMMARY:Marion Nestle: What To Eat Now
DESCRIPTION:Autumn Leaves is excited to welcome Marion Nestle\, nutrition expert and author of the new book What To Eat Now. \nPublished in 2006\, Marion Nestle’s What To Eat has become the definitive guide to making healthy and informed choices about food. Twenty years later\, What To Eat Now revises the classic. It is a practical supermarket guide and a call to action—urging readers to understand the forces that shape their diets and to make choices that promote health\, equity\, and sustainability. \n“A deeply researched look into the food that we eat—and why we need to do better … Essential reading for anyone who cares about how we fuel ourselves.” —Kirkus Reviews \nThis event is free. Join us upstairs on the mezzanine. Keep in mind\, seating is limited. \nAbout the author:\nMarion Nestle is a Visiting Professor of Nutritional Sciences at Cornell and the Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition\, Food Studies\, and Public Health\, Emerita\, at New York University. She is the author of several prize-winning books\, including Food Politics\, Safe Food\, and What To Eat. From 2008 to 2013\, she wrote a monthly Food Matters column for the San Francisco Chronicle food section. She has received the Edinburgh Medal and the James Beard Leadership Award\, among other honors. She blogs regularly at foodpolitics.com.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/marion-nestle-what-to-eat-now/
LOCATION:Autumn Leaves Books\, 115 East State Street\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Busking for Justice: Joe Crookston
DESCRIPTION:The Busking for Justice March concert features acclaimed local folk artist Joe Crookston\, an internationally touring songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for his powerful storytelling\, humor\, and musical range. Joe was personally invited by Gordon Lightfoot to open his final U.S. tour and has headlined major festivals across North America. His performances are warm\, engaging\, and deeply human — a perfect fit for the spirit of this first Friday benefit series! Admission is free; donations support immigrants and their families facing the impacts of detention and deportation.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/busking-for-justice-joe-crookston/
LOCATION:Cafe DeWitt\, 215 N. Cayuga St.\, Ithaca\, N\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Immigrant Solidarity":MAILTO:saoirsemcclory@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Ithaca Pride Alliance: All Y'all Clothing Swap
DESCRIPTION:Access Hour (Masked) 11am – Noon\nMain Event: Noon – 3pm \nCommunity School of Music and Arts\n330 E State St\, Ithaca\, NY\n3rd Floor\, Martha Hamblin Hall \nCome visit our annual all-gender and all-age clothing swap! Find some fashionable items for your closet. And bring along some items to swap (optional). Items available include clothing\, jackets\, bags & backpacks\, shoes\, accessories\, and more! \nThis event is 100% run by volunteers – if you have time to support the event\, consider signing up for a shift! Volunteer sign up at www.ithacapridealliance.org
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/ithaca-pride-alliance-all-yall-clothing-swap/
LOCATION:Community School of Music and Arts\, 330 East State Street\, Ithaca
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:The Downtown Ithaca Chili Cook-Off
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 7\, 2026 | 12:00 to 4:00 PM\nDOWNTOWN ITHACA COMMONS \nWinter doesn’t stand a chance. The Downtown Ithaca Chili Cook Off returns to the Commons for a one-day tasting experience filled with bold chili\, lively crowds\, and friendly competition. Sample a wide range of chili styles\, explore Downtown Ithaca shops and restaurants\, and vote for your favorites as the district comes alive. \nThis annual event is also a fundraiser. Proceeds go toward making events free in Downtown Ithaca all year\, helping support accessible\, community-driven programming that brings people downtown in every season. \nLocal participants compete for top honors including Best Meat Chili\, Best Vegetarian or Vegan Chili\, Best Chili-Inspired Item\, and the fan-favorite People’s Choice Award.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/the-downtown-ithaca-chili-cook-off-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Ithaca\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Chasing Neon Live in Room K @ K-House Karaoke & Arts Hub
DESCRIPTION:⚡️ CHASING NEON is taking over ROOM K ⚡️ \nSaturday\, March 7th • 7–9PM\n📍 K-HOUSE Karaoke & Arts Hub\n121 W MLK Jr St\, Ithaca \n$10 in advance or at the door\nVenmo: Nicholas-stark-4\nCashapp: $yonickstark\n*Room K \nGet ready for a party band with the genre range of a DJ — pop\, rock\, hip hop\, country\, throwbacks\, sing-alongs and everything in between. \nIf you love the energy of a DJ but want the electricity of a live band… this is your night. 🔥 \nStart downstairs in Room K with Chasing Neon \nThen head upstairs for karaoke after and keep the party going all night 🎤✨
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/chasing-neon-live-in-room-k-k-house-karaoke-arts-hub/
LOCATION:K-House Karaoke & Arts Hub\, 121 W Martin Luther King Jr St\, Ithaca\, 14850
CATEGORIES:Featured
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