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SUMMARY:Seeing Ithaca Through the Eyes of Artists
DESCRIPTION:State of the Art Gallery will again sponsor Seeing Ithaca Through the Eyes of Artists. It will take place during the month of August 2026\, with gallery members and invited guests exhibiting work on the theme “Seeing Ithaca”.\nIn addition\, exhibits will be hosted at three other galleries. All exhibits will celebrate Gallery Night on August 7\, 5–8. PLUS 17 artists will have their studios open on August 29th from 12–5. Check out  https://seeingithaca.org/ for more information.\nAugust 6 – August 30\, 2026. Opening reception Friday\, August 7\, 5-8 pm.\nAugust 16- Look Club\, 2-3 pm\nAugust  21-23- Art in Bloom with Ithaca Garden Club\, 12-5 pm daily\nAugust 29- Open Studios for 17 artists\, 12-5 pm
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/seeing-ithaca-through-the-eyes-of-artists-4/
LOCATION:State of the Art Gallery\, 120 W State St #2\, Ithaca\, 14850\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T120000
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SUMMARY:"Seeing Ithaca Through the Eyes of Artists"
DESCRIPTION:Seeing Ithaca\, August 2026 \nThe State of the Art Gallery will be sponsoring “Seeing Ithaca: Through the Eyes of Artists” 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. \nThe State of the Art Gallery members will each show Ithaca inspired work in the gallery and many will have invited guests show with them.  A special feature this year is a wall dedicated to school children who have been part of the gallery’s outreach program.  Students from Belle Sherman\, Beverly J. Martin\, and Ithaca High School will display their art in the gallery. That inclusion is always very popular with parents and friends of the young artists. \nThe Gallery will host several special events during the month.  First Friday Gallery Night is August 7th\, 5-8 P.M. This event usually attracts hundreds of visitors. The monthly “Look Club” will take place on Sunday\, August 16th\, 2-3 P.M. at the gallery and is open to all to join the discussion of how to really look at art. The Ithaca Garden Club will have a special collaboration in the gallery over the weekend of August 21-23 (12-5 each day) to celebrate “Art in Bloom”. This event is an opportunity for garden club designers to create an arrangement that reflects the essence of their chosen piece of art on the walls. This has become a very popular weekend to share the creativity of the floral arrangers. \nOn August 29th from 12 to 5 pm\, many artists\, listed on the website\, will open their working studios to the public\, and visitors can have a deeper look into their art making process. Studios are located throughout Tompkins county. The State of the Art Gallery will be open that afternoon as well\, with several gallery members available for informal art talks.  \nWe have a dedicated website\, seeingithaca.org \, that lists all the galleries involved with this project as well as all the artists with open studios. The other galleries that will be celebrating this event are The Gallery at South Hill (950 Danby Road)\, Danby Gathery Art Works (1774 Danby Road) and the Mink Gallery (614 N. Cayuga Street). \nThe organizers are hoping not only to have great displays of the art\, but also to get artists and art lovers to meet and expand the liveliness and community of all of Ithaca.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/seeing-ithaca-through-the-eyes-of-artists-3/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:State of the Art Gallery\, 120 W State St #2\, Ithaca\, 14850\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T173000
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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-2/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:The History Center in Tompkins County\, 110 N Tioga St\, Ithaca\, 14850
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Kris Belgica Trio
DESCRIPTION:Swing by K-HOUSE Karaoke & Arts Hub on Sunday\, August 30 at 1:00PM to catch the Kris Belgica Trio! Hailing from Baltimore\, MD\, the group consists of guitarist Kris Belgica\, violinist Max Jacobs\, and upright bassist Ray Bally. Expect a lively journey through the music of legendary French-Romani guitarist Django Reinhardt\, heart-wrenching klezmer melodies\, and original compositions by Belgica and Jacobs. \nThis is a performance you won’t want to miss!
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/kris-belgica-trio/
LOCATION:K-House Karaoke & Arts Hub\, 121 W Martin Luther King Jr St\, Ithaca\, 14850
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kris Belgica":MAILTO:kristofferjbelgica@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:"The Architecture of the Self": A Summer Somatic Series
DESCRIPTION:FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\nTeaching Ithaca Wellness Launches “The Architecture of the Self”: A Summer Somatic Series\nITHACA\, NY — Local educator and wellness coach Alison Rawlins\, founder of Teaching Ithaca Wellness\, LLC\, is proud to announce a new 8-part workshop series\, “The Architecture of the Self\,” running Sunday afternoons from July 19 through September 6.\nAt the heart of this series is the debut of the Concentric Boundaries curriculum—a somatic guide designed to help participants move past intellectualized “rules” and into the felt-sense reality of their personal space. By framing emotional and professional security through architectural metaphors\, Rawlins invites the community to rebuild their internal infrastructure with kindness and clarity.\nA Somatic Sunday Rhythm Each session takes place from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Rawlins’ home studio in Ithaca. The afternoons are structured to facilitate deep transition:\nThe Welcome Circle: Setting the architectural theme.\nThe Snack & Shift: A light nourishment break to move from “thinking” to “sensing.”\nArtistic Exploration: Hands-on creative work to map the internal self.\nClosing: Integrating the blueprint before the week begins.\nThe Summer Schedule:\nJuly 19: Part 1 – The Foundation\nJuly 26: Part 2 – The Threshold\nAugust 2: Part 3 – The Windows (THINK Filter)\nAugust 9: Part 4 – The Observation Deck\nAugust 16: Part 5 – Tapestries & Bivouacs\nAugust 23: Part 6 – Clarity is Kindness\nAugust 30: Part 7 – Conflict as a Gateway\nSeptember 6: Part 8 – The Renovation Blueprint\nLogistics & Materials Participants are encouraged to bring a dedicated journal and a sketchbook specifically for this course to document their somatic evolution. While the workshops are held in a cozy home environment\, Rawlins notes with a wink that her “curious dogs” will be safely contained so the group can focus on the work at hand.\nInvestment:\nFull 8-Week Blueprint: $100 suggested donation (Includes weekly coaching check-ins).\nA La Carte: $10–$35 suggested donation per session.\nAbout Teaching Ithaca Wellness\, LLC: Teaching Ithaca Wellness provides mindfulness-based art curriculum and therapeutic coaching to the Ithaca community\, focusing on empowering individuals through creative expression and boundary work.\nContact: Alison Rawlins Teaching Ithaca Wellness\, LLC teachingithacawellness.com (607) 280-4538\nwww.teachingithacawellness.com
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/the-architecture-of-the-self-a-summer-somatic-series/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:the House of S Corn\, 209 South Corn Street\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="TeachingIthacaWellness.com":MAILTO:alisonrawlins@teachingithacawellness.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T170000
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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. \nSecond 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. Sliding scale of $12-20 or group 4 classes together for $40. \nQuestions? Contact the Finger Lakes Fitness Center at 607-256-3532\, info@fingerlakesfitness.com\, or stop by during the gym’s open hours: Mon/Thu 9AM-6PM\, Tue/Wed 9Am-5PM\, Fri 9AM-3PM\, Sat 9AM – 1PM.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/mix-move-dance-class-2/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Finger Lakes Fitness Center\, 171 E. State St.\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Finger Lakes Fitness Center":MAILTO:info@fingerlakesfitness.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T171500
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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/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:Finger Lakes Fitness Center\, 171 E. State St.\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Finger Lakes Fitness Center":MAILTO:info@fingerlakesfitness.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260521T161100Z
CREATED:20260521T161059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T161100Z
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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/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:Bernie Milton Pavilion\, 100 N. Tioga Street\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14845
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Ithaca":MAILTO:Adam@downtownithaca.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T055155Z
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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/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:Fall Creek Atelier\, 118 West Green street\, Bay 7\, Ithaca\, 14850
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fall Creek Atelier":MAILTO:Fallcreekatelier@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260202T063342Z
CREATED:20260201T160037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T063342Z
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SUMMARY:Ithaca Gallery Night - First Friday of Every Month
DESCRIPTION:ITHACA GALLERY NIGHT \nFRIDAY\, FEBRUARY 6\, 2026\n5:00–8:00 PM\nDOWNTOWN ITHACA \nIthaca Gallery Night is a walkable evening of art openings and cultural experiences throughout Downtown Ithaca. On the first Friday\, galleries\, studios\, and creative spaces open their doors for the public to explore exhibitions\, meet artists\, and experience the city’s arts community in one cohesive night. \nThis event is part of First Friday Ithaca Gallery Night openings.\nPlease visit www.ithacagallerynight.com\nto see all participating locations and current event details. \nFollow along and share your experience using:\n#ithacagallerynight1 #downtownithaca #visitithaca \nFacebook Event Link
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/gallery-night-ithaca-first-friday-of-every-month/2026-09-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T190000
DTSTAMP:20260817T045711Z
CREATED:20260817T045711Z
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SUMMARY:Busking for Justice: String Theory
DESCRIPTION:Busking for Justice: String Theory \nFriday\, September 4\, 5:30–7:00 p.m.\nCafé Dewitt\, Dewitt Mall\, 215 N. Cayuga St.\, Ithaca\nAdmission: Free; donations encouraged \nString Theory\, an Ithaca-based acoustic string ensemble\, brings together accomplished musicians from across the Finger Lakes for an evening of bluegrass\, Old Time\, Canadian and Celtic fiddling\, folk\, swing\, and classical music. The ensemble features Grammy-nominated violinist and Cornell University faculty member Ariana Kim; American and Celtic fiddler and guitarist Tim Ball; bluegrass and swing fiddle and mandolin player Rick Manning; multi-instrumentalist Tom Hodgson; and veteran swing and contra dance musician Dave Davies. \nTheir repertoire bridges Bach and other classical favorites with traditional fiddle tunes\, roots music\, bluegrass\, and swing. String Theory has performed at South Hill Cider\, Triphammer Arts\, La Tourelle\, the Winter Village Music Festival\, Cornell\, and other venues throughout the region. \nThe event is part of Busking for Justice\, a music series hosted by Immigrant Solidarity. All proceeds support immigrants and families impacted by detention and deportation. Food will be available for purchase. \nSolidarity. Compassion. Due Process.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/busking-for-justice-string-theory/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T163000
DTSTAMP:20260818T175330Z
CREATED:20260818T175330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T175330Z
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SUMMARY:Vivalina's Gourd-a-Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Create a gourd snout\, and strut about! Partake of exotic snacks\, enjoy the music\, learn a bit\, and generally have a very gourd time. In the end\, the new picture book from Gourdlandia\, Vivalina Grows A Gourd\, will be launched in style.\nOpen a gourd! Scrape it\, color it\, drill holes (nostrils!)\, add a string. This is a party for makers\, young and old. Music by The Human Sprockets: Sam Schmidt\, Richie Stearns\, Joe Hayward and Pete Thompson. Samosas\, spring rolls\, and other delicious treats by the local Karen-Burmese community (donations will support a school in a remote Burmese village). A few words\, a song or two\, and the gourds will be thoroughly extolled!\nIf you enjoy gourds on parade\, you will certainly enjoy Vivalina’s Gourd-a-Palooza\, with or without a youngster in tow.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/vivalinas-gourd-a-palooza/
LOCATION:Ithaca Children’s Garden\, 121 Turtle Lane\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gourdlandia":MAILTO:graham.ottoson@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T153000
DTSTAMP:20260811T135021Z
CREATED:20260811T135021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T135021Z
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SUMMARY:We Declare: A Storytelling Project for Our Times
DESCRIPTION:We Declare:\nA Storytelling Project for Our Times\nHear ye\, Hear ye! Listen as local writers share personal stories\,\ninspired by phrases taken from the Declaration of Independence\,\ncreating a snapshot of life in our historic times. As America\ncelebrates its 250th anniversary\, you might be surprised to discover\nuncanny parallels to the original No Kings movement in 1776!\nTwo Upcoming FREE Performances:\nTompkins County Public Library\nSat.\, Sept. 12th @ 2:00 PM\nDryden Center for Community\nSat\, Sept.. 26th @ 2 PM\nMade possible in part with funds from the\nNew York State Council on the Arts\, administered\nby the Community Arts Partnership;  Photo “Liberty through Mist and Haze” by Terry Plater
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/we-declare-a-storytelling-project-for-our-times-2/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Tompkins Coutny Public Library\, 101 East Green Street\, Ithaca\, 14850
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="We Declare%3A A Storytelling Project for Outr Times":MAILTO:wedeclarewriters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260813T202507Z
CREATED:20260813T202507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T202507Z
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SUMMARY:LET’S READ + TALK ABOUT CLIMATE - CLIMATE LIT DISCUSSION GROUP
DESCRIPTION:Join our community-led conversations about climate change\, as we discuss All the Water in the World by Eiren Caffall! \nBook club attendees get a 10% coupon for (1) purchase!
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/lets-read-talk-about-climate-climate-lit-discussion-group-7/
LOCATION:Buffalo Street Books\, 215 N. Cayuga St.\, Ithaca
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Buffalo Street Books":MAILTO:lisa@buffalostreetbooks.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T150000
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SUMMARY:Chalk the Walk Kick-Off Party
DESCRIPTION:September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month! Join us through art\, creativity\, and connection. All week long\, help transform the sidewalks into messages of hope\, encouragement\, and positivity. Come create\, connect\, and leave your mark- one piece of chalk at a time and help start the movement at this year’s Chalk the Walk Kick-Off Party!
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/chalk-the-walk-kick-off-party/
LOCATION:Dewitt Park\, 102 E Court Street\, Ithaca\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Suicide Prevention &amp%3B Crisis Service of Tompkins County":MAILTO:office@ithacacrisis.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260814T170457Z
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SUMMARY:Book Launch: Mistranslation
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the launch of Mistranslation by author Madeleine Moss\, in conversation with Eleanor Henderson! \nAbout the book: In upstate New York in 2001\, nine-year-old twins Sabina and Camilla spend the summer weathering the moods of their erratic mother while finding themselves pulled toward diverging interests. Their lives are shaken up by the arrival of an Arab French family across the street. Thrilled by what she sees as a link to the country of her origins\, Sabina attempts to befriend the family’s son\, Khalil\, and is rebuffed for reasons she doesn’t understand. Yet as the twins and Khalil come of age\, they are drawn into a tense and ever-shifting triangular dynamic. Mistranslation is a continent-spanning chronicle of family\, inheritance\, and the reverberations of the choices we do or don’t make. \nAbout the author: Madeleine Moss grew up here in Ithaca\, New York\, and holds a degree in French literature from Cornell University. She received her MFA in fiction from Washington University in St. Louis in 2020. Her debut novel\, MISTRANSLATION\, has been named a “Most Anticipated Book of the Year” by Debutiful. She currently lives in Strasbourg\, France\, where she teaches middle and high school English. \nAbout the conversation partner: Eleanor is the author of the memoir Everything I Have Is Yours: A Marriage\, which was named a New York Times Notable Book and a Best Book of 2021 by Vogue; and the novels The Twelve-Mile Straight\, and Ten Thousand Saints\, which was named one of the 10 Best Books of the Year by The New York Times and a finalist for the Award for First Fiction from The Los Angeles Times. It was also the basis for the movie adaptation 10\,000 Saints starring Ethan Hawke. A Professor in the Department of Writing at Ithaca College and a 2024 NYFA Fellow in Fiction\, she will publish her next novel\, The Galaxy\, in August 2027.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/book-launch-mistranslation/
LOCATION:Buffalo Street Books\, 215 N. Cayuga St.\, Ithaca
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Buffalo Street Books":MAILTO:lisa@buffalostreetbooks.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T190000
DTSTAMP:20260624T184232Z
CREATED:20260318T194149Z
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SUMMARY:Yappy Hour at The Strand Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back to YAPPY HOUR at The Strand Cafe! \nJoin us every 4th Wednesday from March–October | 4–7PM for drinks\, dog-friendly vibes\, and pup social time! \nBring your furry friends to mix\, mingle\, and make new besties 🐕 \nEven better? 50% of proceeds benefit Stay Wild Rescue — every sip supports animals in need. \nDrinks for you. Social hour for them. A great cause for all. 🐶
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/yappy-hour-at-the-strand-cafe-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:the strand cafe\, 324 E. State St.\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Strand Cafe":MAILTO:hello@thestrandithaca.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T213000
DTSTAMP:20260810T144146Z
CREATED:20260810T144146Z
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SUMMARY:The Pomarium: Drag Show Hosted by Tilia Cordata
DESCRIPTION:The Hangar Theatre’s In Flight Entertainment Series Presents “The Pomarium\,” an immersive drag spectacular inspired by the wild apple forests of Kazakhstan\, the birthplace of the modern apple. \nFrom these primordial forests\, the humble apple began a journey that would shape civilizations\, inspire folklore\, and become one of history’s most enduring symbols. \nThroughout the evening\, performers will guide you through a living orchard of stories\, drawing on myths and legends from around the world. Encounter the forbidden fruit of Eden\, the golden apples of the Hesperides\, the Apple of Discord that sparked the Trojan War\, the enchanted isle of Avalon\, Snow White’s poisoned temptation\, and countless other tales where apples represent love\, temptation\, beauty\, immortality\, transformation\, and fate. \nBlending high-concept drag\, dazzling costumes\, music\, comedy\, and theatrical storytelling\, The Pomarium celebrates the apple not simply as a fruit\, but as a cultural icon whose roots stretch from the forests of Central Asia to every corner of the globe. Like the apple itself\, drag is an act of cultivation—grafted from history\, nourished by community\, and forever evolving into something unexpected and beautiful. \nJoin us beneath the branches for a night where science meets folklore\, history blossoms into fantasy\, and every performance bears forbidden fruit.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/the-pomarium-drag-show-hosted-by-tilia-cordata/
LOCATION:Hangar Theatre\, 801 Taughannock Blvd.\, Ithaca\, 14850
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hangar Theatre":MAILTO:Boxoffice@hangartheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T220000
DTSTAMP:20260723T164300Z
CREATED:20260723T164300Z
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SUMMARY:The Beatlemaniacs
DESCRIPTION:Ithaca\, get ready for the Beatlemaniacs on October 3rd 2026! \nPurchase tickets here: https://www.tixr.com/groups/stateofithaca/events/the-beatlemaniacs-191971  \nThe Beatlemaniacs are an internationally-acclaimed\, award-winning tribute to the Fab Four.  \nCombining the band’s raw energy and musical magic with today’s state-of-the-art theater technology\, a Beatlemaniacs show is a unique concert experience unlike any other! \nNominated “Entertainer of The Year” on Princess Cruises winning “Best Musical Act”\, and headlining on Royal Caribbean\, Disney\, Celebrity Cruises\, The Beatlemaniacs have been wowing audiences around the world from North America to Europe and Asia.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/the-beatlemaniacs/
LOCATION:State Theatre of Ithaca\, 107 W. State Street\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="TSC":MAILTO:info@theatreshowscanada.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260818T194655Z
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SUMMARY:Ancestors
DESCRIPTION:Ancestors is an original live performance bringing together music\, dance\, family history\, and stories and art carried through generations. Created by Ithaca musician and artist McKenzie Lauren Jones\, the work traces lineage\, land\, loss\, resilience\, and the complicated inheritance passed down from previous generations. \nFeaturing new music co-written by McKenzie Lauren Jones and London McDaniel\, original choreography by Megan Omohundro\, and a cast of talented local musicians and dancers\, Ancestors transforms McKenzie’s new body of music into a fully staged experience hosted by Mighty Mickie Quinn. Part concert\, part dance performance\, and something entirely its own\, Ancestors invites audiences into an intimate\, powerful evening built from real family history and brought to life through sound and movement for one night only! \nDoors at 6:30pm\, show starts at 7pm. Local jazz band Plan Z will provide music before and after the performance. \nThis project is made possible in part with SOS grant funding from the Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County. \nMcKenzie Lauren Jones is a singer\, songwriter\, and arts and culture worker whose music bridges the personal and political\, the spiritual and material. Based in Ithaca\, NY\, she has been a lifelong cellist\, poet\, dancer\, and vocalist weaving together folk\, soul\, and rock traditions with storytelling. \nAs the frontwoman and songwriter of Strange Heavy and founding member of Mama Look\, McKenzie has performed across local and regional stages for decades. She has released two studio albums with Strange Heavy and is now stepping into solo artistry with Ancestors\, an original project that explores identity\, lineage\, liberation\, and belonging through collaborative and movement-drive songs debuting in 2026. \nMcKenzie has contributed backing instrumentation and vocals to a variety of projects\, including The Ilium Works\, La Llorona\, Drew Kiddoo and the Blackouts\, Laila Belle\, and Rachel Beverly. In 2025\, she presented on music cooperatives at AmericanaFest and also performed in Nashville\, bringing together her dual roles as an artist and activist. \nIn parallel with her music\, McKenzie works as a cooperative developer\, helping to build structures of equity within grassroots organizations and justice-oriented businesses. \nhttps://mckenzielaurenjones.com/
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/ancestors/
LOCATION:The Cherry Arts\, 102 Cherry st.\, Ithaca\, NY\, 14850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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ORGANIZER;CN="McKenzie Lauren Jones":MAILTO:grasswriter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260803T154839Z
CREATED:20260803T154839Z
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SUMMARY:Ghost Hunters’ Steve Gonsalves Live: A Life With Ghosts
DESCRIPTION:A Life with Ghosts returns this fall with Steve Gonsalves for an immersive evening of hauntings\, history\, and true tales from his revealing archive. \nKnown for Ghost Hunters\, Ghost Nation\, The House Inbetween\, and as the bestselling author of A Life with Ghosts\, Steve shares stories from some of his favorite and most well-known cases. This updated show features new stories\, historical details and exclusive footage. \nThrough firsthand accounts\, rare clips\, haunted objects\, and behind-the-scenes moments\, Steve gives audiences a close look at the cases\, evidence\, and experiences from his years of investigations. Along the way\, he explores the real history behind these cases — history that is sometimes just as unsettling as the hauntings themselves. \nThe evening also includes humor\, audience interaction\, and a live Q&A\, giving fans the chance to ask Steve about ghost hunting\, evidence\, and the stories behind the investigations. \nA Life with Ghosts is a personal and thought-provoking night with one of the most recognized voices in the paranormal.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/ghost-hunters-steve-gonsalves-live-a-life-with-ghosts/
LOCATION:Hangar Theatre\, 801 Taughannock Blvd.\, Ithaca\, 14850
CATEGORIES:Featured
ORGANIZER;CN="Gonsalves Media":MAILTO:dmbwars@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270326T180000
DTSTAMP:20260820T153053Z
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SUMMARY:Plant Science Conference
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to join us at our upcoming World Congress on Plant Science\, Biotechnology & Sustainability\, scheduled to take place from March 25–26\, 2027\, in London\, UK. Centered around the theme “Innovating for a Greener Future: Research\, Technology & Sustainable Solutions for Planetary Health\,” this prestigious international congress will bring together leading scientists\, researchers\, academicians\, industry professionals\, policymakers\, innovators\, and emerging scholars from across the globe to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities in plant science\, biotechnology\, and environmental sustainability.
URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/plant-science-conference/
LOCATION:Sofitel London Heathrow | UK\, London Heathrow Airport\, London Heathrow Airport\, TW6 2GD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Featured
ORGANIZER;CN="SIA":MAILTO:plantscience@vartusconference.com
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