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100 YEARS PODCAST brings together for men- including one who was wrongly convicted - who have spent a combined century behind bars. Now navigating re-entry, they share an unfiltered look at the trauma, institutional horror, and psychological toll of long-term in incarceration, reclaiming their narratives to expose the truth of a system that so often gets it wrong.
Acanthus leaves have been used through the ages to beautify sculpture and the written word. In this workshop, Iโll walk you through the basics of drawing your own acanthus leaves! Seats are limited, so reserve your spot today! Please bring a pencil, eraser, and sketchbook (or loose leaf paper). Class will be held at Hammerstoneโs downtown Ithaca location.
Welcome back to YAPPY HOUR at The Strand Cafe! Join us every 4th Wednesday from MarchโOctober | 4โ7PM for drinks, dog-friendly vibes, and pup social time! Bring your furry friends to mix, mingle, and make new besties ๐ Even better? 50% of proceeds benefit Stay Wild Rescue โ every sip supports animals in need. Drinks for you. Social hour for ... Read More
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. Second Session is on Wednesdays, 5 - 5:45 PM July 22 through August 26 (no class on Aug. 5). Pre-registration is open up to 6 hours before. ... Read More
Did somebody say rebrand? We are switching it up this summer! Different name, same mission: uplifting Black, Indigenous, Latine, queer, AANHPI, disabled and neurodivergent authors. Everyone is welcome! Join us to discuss Before I Let Go by author Kennedy Ryan หหโ A contemporary romance novel about a couple that realizes that love alone can't save a marriage after a huge ... Read More
A fan of queer horror? Looking to get into the genre? Join us for a discussion on Summer Sons, led by BSB staff member Alex. Book club attendees get 10% one (1) purchase in-store!
Seeing Ithaca, August 2026 The State of the Art Gallery will be sponsoring โSeeing Ithaca: Through the Eyes of Artistsโ for the fourth year. It will take place in galleries and artist studios during the month of August, 2026 and is a celebration of art and artists in the Ithaca area. The State of the Art Gallery members will each ... Read More
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. First 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, ... Read More
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. Thursdays, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Bernie Milton Pavilion on the Ithaca Commons. This ... Read More
In the early 1900s, Ithaca, NY earned some colorful nicknames: โSodom,โ โSin City,โ and โRum Town, USA.โ Long before national Prohibition took hold, Ithacans were already battling over booze, morality, and modernity. โKing Alcohol Ends Reignโ is a 10-block walking tour through downtown Ithaca that traces the cityโs spirited (and often surprising) history with Prohibition. Led by trained docents from ... Read More
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