BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Downtown Ithaca - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Downtown Ithaca X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Downtown Ithaca REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T140000 DTSTAMP:20260623T184058Z CREATED:20260623T184057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T184058Z UID:10007745-1782648000-1782655200@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:Peter Fuerst Live at K-House Karaoke and Arts Hub DESCRIPTION:Peter Fuerst\, a Singer/Guitarist/ Songwriter from Binghamton\, NY\, will be performing free at the K-House Arts Hub on Sunday\, June 28th. He mixes up his own compositions with some of your favorite tunes\, adding his own twist to many of them. There will be a brunch available for purchase at the Venue during that time. URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/peter-fuerst-live-at-k-house-karaoke-and-arts-hub/ CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/Screenshot-2026-06-23-140020.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T151500 DTSTAMP:20260624T165307Z CREATED:20260617T203559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T165307Z UID:10007710-1782655200-1782659700@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:Echo: Writing Workshop with nicole v. basta DESCRIPTION:These generative writing workshops led by poet laureate nicole v. basta will invite students to engage with the texts of other poets/writers as a starting point\, a place to echo outward from into their own work. Multi-step prompts and questions will guide us. This class is for any writer\, creator\, thinker\, dreamer\, human looking for insight into their creativity that doesn’t come from straightforward thinking. We will begin from ancient and modern work\, poetry and prose. Participants will be encouraged to keep their pen moving and will be invited into intentional space that allows for creative\, generative\, radical play on the page in a low stakes\, supportive way. Texts by Rainer Maria Rilke\, Ariana Reines\, Lucille Clifton\, Sappho\, Frank Stanford\, bell hooks\, Carl Phillips\, Mahmoud Darwish etc. \n6/28 workshop is sponsored by Poets & Writers. 7/25 workshop is a part of the Spring Writes Literary Festival sponsored by Community Arts Partnership. URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/echo-writing-workshop-with-nicole-v-basta/ LOCATION:Buffalo Street Books\, 215 N. Cayuga St.\, Ithaca CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/1-8.png ORGANIZER;CN="Buffalo Street Books":MAILTO:lisa@buffalostreetbooks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T210000 DTSTAMP:20260309T142404Z CREATED:20260309T142404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142404Z UID:10006838-1782759600-1782766800@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:Abolition of White Democracy Reading Group DESCRIPTION:Description written by host\, Ashley Cake: I’ve been threatening to do a community read of Abolition of White Democracy for some years now\, and the time is finally nigh. Georgia at Ithaca Writing Studio is gonna host\, and I’m asking $30 for six meetups\, $20 for the Writing Studio and $10 for me. I’m capping it at 10 participants for space and “let’s take it easy” reasons and I’m asking for folks who are local\, can commit to reading the book and coming to all 6 Monday evening meetings\, and ideally are living that white democracy life. What do i mean? You check a majority of these boxes: \n– you are a person of pallor (and not defensive or penitential about it) \n– You have a liberal arts education with at least a BA \n– You have a vehicle (maybe two\, lease ok) \n– You own your home (maybe two\, with mortgage ok) \n– you have investment accounts (IRA\, 401k\, mutual funds\, CDs\, etc) \n– you have life insurance \n– you are registered to vote as either a Democrat or a Republican \n– You serve(d) on boards and/or commissions (foundations\, PTAs\, not for profits\, city/county/state appointments\, etc. mutual aid doesn’t count) \n– Relatively high earning (80k – 200k/year) \n– Manager or C-suite for most of your career \n– Broadly familiar with North Atlantic political and social histories and thinkers of race & class (especially W.E.B. Dubois\, Karl Marx\, Michel Foucault\, James Baldwin\, Thomas Jefferson\, Alexis de Tocqueville\, Malcolm X\, et. al.) \nI won’t turn away anyone who wants to commit to the reading group (up to ten participants)\, but you will get the most out of this conversation if you’re navigating racial capitalism without too much trouble. I can make a PDF of the book available for free and everyone should read it\, and participants should be able to order copies through our independent bookstores and pay full price. \nI believe white democracy is white people’s problem because we built it with our ambitions and maintain it with our participation. I believe it’s possible for white folks to unravel these genocidal structures\, and there’s no better time than now. \nBio: Ashley Cake was born and raised in Ithaca\, NY and has been a lifelong service worker in the hospitality industry\, most recently owning and operating The Watershed & The Downstairs. She is an award-winning labor and public safety advocate\, serving on the boards of organizations from Ithaca Underground to Alternatives Federal Credit Union. In her academic career\, Ashley has written and taught extensively on Enwhitenment European philosophy — particularly Soren Kierkegaard and Lacanian psychoanalysis — as well as comparative religion — particularly American social justice and liberationist histories. Her current praxis seeks to work the critical junctures of abolition\, emergent strategies of care and transformative justice\, which is to say: Land Back & Reparations. URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/abolition-of-white-democracy-reading-group/2026-06-29/ LOCATION:ithaca writing studio\, 1729 Slaterville rd\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/Abolition-of-White-Democracy-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ithaca Writing Studio":MAILTO:ithacawritingstudio@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260701 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704 DTSTAMP:20260701T151018Z CREATED:20260701T151018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T151018Z UID:10007800-1782864000-1783123199@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:Ithaca World Cup Watch Parties DESCRIPTION:Stop by to see this week’s World Cup matches! Organized by Ithaca Welcomes Refugees. \nWEDNESDAY\, JULY 1\n4PM – Belgium v. Senegal – Personal Best\n8PM – USA v. Bosnia & Herzegovina – Bookies\, Bike Bar\, & Personal Best \nTHURSDAY\, JULY 2\n3PM – Spain v. Australia – Bookies\, Personal Best\, and State Eatery\n7PM – Portugal v. Croatia – Bookies\, Bike Bar\, Personal Best\, and State Eatery\n11PM – Switzerland v. Algeria – Bookies \nFRIDAY\, JULY 3\n2PM – Australia v. Egypt – Bookies\, Personal Best\, and State Eatery\n6PM – Argentina v. Cabo Verde – Bookies\, Bike Bar\, Personal Best\, and State Eatery\n9:30PM – Colombia v. Ghana – Bookies\, Bike Bar\, and Personal Best URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/ithaca-world-cup-watch-parties/ CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_3475.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T170000 DTSTAMP:20260618T145941Z CREATED:20260618T145754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T145941Z UID:10007711-1782993600-1785690000@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:Fire & WORKS: Color and Motion Sheila Danko and Ray Foody at State of the Art Gallery Ithaca DESCRIPTION:Celebrate two of SOAG’s newest members. Sheila Danko uses a variety of media in her work\, relying heavily on oil and cold wax\, but also\, pastel\, ink\, acrylics and gouache. Ray Foody will exhibit abstract line drawings in charcoal and graphite on paper. \nJuly 2 – August 2\, 2026\, with Opening Reception Friday\, July 3\, 2026 from 5 to 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/fireworks-color-and-motion-sheila-danko-and-ray-foody-at-state-of-the-art-gallery-ithaca/ LOCATION:State of the Art Gallery\, 120 W State St #2\, Ithaca\, 14850\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/Ray-Foody-and-Sheila-Danko-FireWORKS-Color-and-Motion-.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="State of the Art Gallery":MAILTO:gallery@soag.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T190000 DTSTAMP:20260629T022000Z CREATED:20260629T022000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T022000Z UID:10007792-1783008000-1783018800@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:Patriotic Painting Pop Up DESCRIPTION:Partnering with Liquid State Brewing Company and the Plowbreak Farm CSA farm share\, join us for a fun and creative event celebrating America’s 250th birthday and the hard working men and women who make this country special. \nDecorate your own plantar and grow the seedlings for a brighter future\, while enjoying live music to inspire your creative spirit. \nSupplies included and beginners welcome! URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/patriotic-painting-pop-up/ LOCATION:Liquid State Brewery\, 620 W. Green St.\, Ithaca CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/Patriotic-Painting-Pop-Up.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Liquid State Brewery":MAILTO:art@liquidstatebeer.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T171500 DTSTAMP:20260701T151513Z CREATED:20260701T151513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T151513Z UID:10007801-1783009800-1783012500@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:MIX & MOVE DANCE CLASS DESCRIPTION:An upbeat\, feel-good DANCE class inspired by Latin\, Pop\, Hip-Hop\, Reggaeton\, Bhangra\, K-Pop\, Italian Rap-Pop\, and more. Fun and judgment-free\, and designed to help you move\, smile\, build confidence\, and enjoy the music. \nFirst session is on Thursdays from 4:30-5:15 PM on July 2\, 8\, and 23. Pre-registration is open up to 6 hours before class. Sliding scales of $12-20\, or group together 4 classes for $40. \nQuestions? Contact the Finger Lakes Fitness Center at 607-256-3531\, info@fingerlakesfitness.com\, or stop by in person during gym hours: Mon/Th 9AM-6PM\, Tue/Wed 9AM-5PM\, Fri 9Am-3PM\, Sat 9AM-1PM. URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/mix-move-dance-class/2026-07-02/ LOCATION:Finger Lakes Fitness Center\, 171 E. State St.\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/Mix-and-Move-Thursdays-2026.06-TO-08-2.0.png ORGANIZER;CN="Finger Lakes Fitness Center":MAILTO:info@fingerlakesfitness.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T200000 DTSTAMP:20260521T161100Z CREATED:20260521T161059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T161100Z UID:10007630-1783011600-1783022400@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:Beginnings Summer Concert Series in Downtown Ithaca DESCRIPTION:Free and fun for the entire family\, the Beginnings Summer Concert Series brings live music to Downtown Ithaca every Thursday at the Bernie Milton Pavilion. Local and national acts perform music in genres including jazz\, blues\, reggae\, folk\, hip hop\, country\, bluegrass\, rock\, and more. \nThursdays\, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Bernie Milton Pavilion on the Ithaca Commons. This is a community-focused\, all-ages concert in the heart of downtown. \nEvent Dates & Performers:\n• June 11: Jill McCracken / Maddy Walsh & The Blind Spots\n• June 18: Material Objects / Stranded with a Kiss / Eighteen Hundred and Froze to Death\n• June 25: Ariel Arbisser / SingTrece\n• July 2: Venissa Santí / Jorge T. Cuevas & The Caribe Jazz Allstars\n• July 9: The Shambles / Li’l Anne & Hot Cayenne\n• July 23: Kitestring / Caviar & Grits / Mike Powell & The Echosound\n• July 30: Louiston / Evan Horne\n• August 6: GIAC Jumpers & Southside Panthers / Fall Creek Brass Band\n• August 13: Drew Kiddoo & The Blackouts / Miller and The Other Sinners\n• August 20: The Medicinals / Scuba Jerry\n• August 27: Jeremiah Craig / Cast Iron Cowboys / The Rollin’ Rust\n• September 3: GIAC Jumpers & Southside Panthers / Gunpoets \nFree outdoor performances every Thursday evening. Family-friendly atmosphere in the center of downtown. A wide mix of genres from regional and national acts. URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/beginnings-summer-concert-series-in-downtown-ithaca/2026-07-02/ LOCATION:Bernie Milton Pavilion\, 100 N. Tioga Street\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14845 CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/summer-concert-series-2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Ithaca":MAILTO:Adam@downtownithaca.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T183000 DTSTAMP:20260521T135324Z CREATED:20260521T135324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T135324Z UID:10007468-1783013400-1783017000@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:King Alcohol Ends Reign: Ithaca’s Prohibition History Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:In the early 1900s\, Ithaca\, NY earned some colorful nicknames: “Sodom\,” “Sin City\,” and “Rum Town\, USA.” Long before national Prohibition took hold\, Ithacans were already battling over booze\, morality\, and modernity. \n“King Alcohol Ends Reign” is a 10-block walking tour through downtown Ithaca that traces the city’s spirited (and often surprising) history with Prohibition. Led by trained docents from The History Center\, this 60–70 minute experience takes you to the actual sites of speakeasies\, dry raids\, church protests\, saloons\, and reform rallies—uncovering how Ithaca became one of the first cities in New York State to go dry. \nThrough historic images\, newspaper headlines\, and stories of resistance and reform\, you’ll see the city in a whole new light. Whether you’re a local or just visiting\, you’ll never look at downtown Ithaca the same way again. \nTours are Thursday-Saturday at 5:30 PM \nWhat: 75 minute walking tour \nWhere: The History Center in Tompkins County\, 110 N Tioga St\, Ithaca NY 14850 \nWho: This tour is designed for ages 16-116 \nWear Comfortable Shoes\, Bring an Umbrella\, Jacket\, and Water Bottle \nWeather – this tour takes place rain or shine! In case of severe weather\, we’ll determine cancellations by 10:30 am the morning-of. URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/king-alcohol-ends-reign-ithacas-prohibition-history-walking-tour-2/2026-07-02/ LOCATION:The History Center in Tompkins County\, 110 N Tioga St\, Ithaca\, 14850 CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/Stop-7A-Lyceum-1925-X5.48-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The History Center in Tompkins County":MAILTO:community@thehistorycenter.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T170000 DTSTAMP:20260706T171207Z CREATED:20260706T171207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T171207Z UID:10007921-1783065600-1783098000@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:So You Want to Write a Picture Book? (Spring Writes) DESCRIPTION:In this craft-focused workshop\, children’s author Emily Sun Li (Mr. Chow’s Night Market\, Penguin Random House) and author-illustrator Julian Plum (Whose Tree Is This?\, Lerner Books) will break down what makes a picture book truly work. Together\, we’ll explore the essential elements of a compelling picture book\, from shaping a narrative arc in a few hundred words to creating momentum\, emotional stakes\, and satisfying page turns. Participants will consider what makes a story feel active and engaging\, examine techniques that build rhythm and escalation\, and explore the balance between concept-driven and narrative-driven books. We’ll also discuss the so-called “rules” of picture book writing (and when breaking them might strengthen a manuscript!). Through close reading and a brief generative exercise\, writers will learn how to transform an idea into a story. This project was made possible in part by the Ithaca Pride Alliance Community Empowerment Microgrant Program. \nREGISTER for this free workshop on the website link. (Thank you! This helps us know how many chairs to set up. We can also contact you if there are any changes to the schedule.) URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/so-you-want-to-write-a-picture-book-spring-writes/ LOCATION:Buffalo Street Books\, 215 N. Cayuga St.\, Ithaca CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/so-you-want-write-picture-book.png ORGANIZER;CN="Buffalo Street Books":MAILTO:lisa@buffalostreetbooks.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T190000 DTSTAMP:20260427T055155Z CREATED:20260427T055155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T055155Z UID:10007161-1783078200-1783105200@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:Friday Pop-In Permanent Jewelry Happy Hour DESCRIPTION:Friday Pop-In Permanent Jewelry Happy Hour ✨ \nJoin us every Friday (all day!) at Fall Creek Atelier for a relaxed\, drop-in experience. Get custom-fit\, clasp-free permanent jewelry designed for effortless\, everyday wear. \nNo appointment needed—just stop by whenever it works for you\, bring a friend\, and make it a moment. Perfect for: \n• Friendship bracelets\n• Couple bracelets\n• Mother–daughter pieces\n• Matching group sets\n• A meaningful treat just for you \nFriday Happy Hour Pricing:\n• 1 bracelet — $60\n• 2 bracelets — $110\n• 3 bracelets — $150 \nAdd charms or birthstones—buy one\, get the other half off (mix & match). Leave with something you’ll never want to take off. URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/friday-pop-in-permanent-jewelry-happy-hour/2026-07-03/ LOCATION:Fall Creek Atelier\, 118 West Green street\, Bay 7\, Ithaca\, 14850 CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/permanent-jewelry-ad.png ORGANIZER;CN="Fall Creek Atelier":MAILTO:Fallcreekatelier@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T183000 DTSTAMP:20260521T135324Z CREATED:20260521T135324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T135324Z UID:10007469-1783099800-1783103400@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:King Alcohol Ends Reign: Ithaca’s Prohibition History Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:In the early 1900s\, Ithaca\, NY earned some colorful nicknames: “Sodom\,” “Sin City\,” and “Rum Town\, USA.” Long before national Prohibition took hold\, Ithacans were already battling over booze\, morality\, and modernity. \n“King Alcohol Ends Reign” is a 10-block walking tour through downtown Ithaca that traces the city’s spirited (and often surprising) history with Prohibition. Led by trained docents from The History Center\, this 60–70 minute experience takes you to the actual sites of speakeasies\, dry raids\, church protests\, saloons\, and reform rallies—uncovering how Ithaca became one of the first cities in New York State to go dry. \nThrough historic images\, newspaper headlines\, and stories of resistance and reform\, you’ll see the city in a whole new light. Whether you’re a local or just visiting\, you’ll never look at downtown Ithaca the same way again. \nTours are Thursday-Saturday at 5:30 PM \nWhat: 75 minute walking tour \nWhere: The History Center in Tompkins County\, 110 N Tioga St\, Ithaca NY 14850 \nWho: This tour is designed for ages 16-116 \nWear Comfortable Shoes\, Bring an Umbrella\, Jacket\, and Water Bottle \nWeather – this tour takes place rain or shine! In case of severe weather\, we’ll determine cancellations by 10:30 am the morning-of. URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/king-alcohol-ends-reign-ithacas-prohibition-history-walking-tour-2/2026-07-03/ LOCATION:The History Center in Tompkins County\, 110 N Tioga St\, Ithaca\, 14850 CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/Stop-7A-Lyceum-1925-X5.48-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The History Center in Tompkins County":MAILTO:community@thehistorycenter.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T183000 DTSTAMP:20260521T135324Z CREATED:20260521T135324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T135324Z UID:10007470-1783186200-1783189800@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:King Alcohol Ends Reign: Ithaca’s Prohibition History Walking Tour DESCRIPTION:In the early 1900s\, Ithaca\, NY earned some colorful nicknames: “Sodom\,” “Sin City\,” and “Rum Town\, USA.” Long before national Prohibition took hold\, Ithacans were already battling over booze\, morality\, and modernity. \n“King Alcohol Ends Reign” is a 10-block walking tour through downtown Ithaca that traces the city’s spirited (and often surprising) history with Prohibition. Led by trained docents from The History Center\, this 60–70 minute experience takes you to the actual sites of speakeasies\, dry raids\, church protests\, saloons\, and reform rallies—uncovering how Ithaca became one of the first cities in New York State to go dry. \nThrough historic images\, newspaper headlines\, and stories of resistance and reform\, you’ll see the city in a whole new light. Whether you’re a local or just visiting\, you’ll never look at downtown Ithaca the same way again. \nTours are Thursday-Saturday at 5:30 PM \nWhat: 75 minute walking tour \nWhere: The History Center in Tompkins County\, 110 N Tioga St\, Ithaca NY 14850 \nWho: This tour is designed for ages 16-116 \nWear Comfortable Shoes\, Bring an Umbrella\, Jacket\, and Water Bottle \nWeather – this tour takes place rain or shine! In case of severe weather\, we’ll determine cancellations by 10:30 am the morning-of. URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/king-alcohol-ends-reign-ithacas-prohibition-history-walking-tour-2/2026-07-04/ LOCATION:The History Center in Tompkins County\, 110 N Tioga St\, Ithaca\, 14850 CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/Stop-7A-Lyceum-1925-X5.48-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The History Center in Tompkins County":MAILTO:community@thehistorycenter.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T210000 DTSTAMP:20260706T024927Z CREATED:20260706T024927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T024927Z UID:10007926-1783193400-1783198800@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:Queer Comedy Open Mic DESCRIPTION:A comedy open mic specifically intended for queer comedians but open to everyone! The event is free. URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/queer-comedy-open-mic/ LOCATION:K-House Karaoke & Arts Hub\, 121 W Martin Luther King Jr St\, Ithaca\, 14850 CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/Open-Mic-Poster-2-01.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Q Standup Ithaca":MAILTO:macdonaldcalen@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260705T010000 DTSTAMP:20260701T151651Z CREATED:20260701T151651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T151651Z UID:10007914-1783198800-1783213200@www.downtownithaca.com SUMMARY:INDEPEN-DANCE DESCRIPTION:DJ & Live Keys with Shattered Moons & Professor Keys.\nFree!\n***\nVinyl\, Live Keys\, and Dance Music from around the world — disco\, house\, Afro-Latin rhythms\, funk\, soul\, and deep grooves. URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/indepen-dance/ LOCATION:K-House Karaoke & Arts Hub\, 121 W Martin Luther King Jr St\, Ithaca\, 14850 CATEGORIES:Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtownithaca.com/wp-content/uploads/Indepen-dance-flier.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR