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The State of the Art Gallery is pleased to announce six artists who are participating in the gallery’s “2026 Invitational Show.” Artists Ann Reichlin, Lindsey Glover, Karen Gilman, Dara Engler, Bradley Butler, and Minna Resnick will display paintings, sculpture, and mixed media work.
Welcome back to YAPPY HOUR at The Strand Cafe! Join us every 4th Wednesday from March–October | 4–7PM for drinks, dog-friendly vibes, and pup social time! Bring your furry friends to mix, mingle, and make new besties 🐕 Even better? 50% of proceeds benefit Stay Wild Rescue — every sip supports animals in need. Drinks for you. Social hour for ... Read More
Sip, socialize, get to know some adoptable pets from Stay Wild Resue. We will have drink specials, pet games, treats and more. All well-behaved pets are welcome to join. Help us support Stay Wild Resue with 50% of all Strands proceeds go to Stay Wild Rescue.
GALLERY HOURS } 2-6PM 🗓️ Wednesday, April 22nd | ⏰ 5–6 PM 📍 115 S Cayuga St, Ithaca, NY 🎟️ Free | 👨👩👧👦 All ages 🎨 This April, Orozco Gallery opens its doors for a month-long pop-up filled with arts & culture in Downtown Ithaca. Featuring artist talks, live music, dance, storytelling, and hands-on workshops, this welcoming sober space invites ... Read More
Autumn Leaves Books on the Ithaca Commons is excited to welcome local author and union organizer Ellen David Friedman for the launch of her new book Keep Going: A Guide to Organizing When It’s Hard. The book, illustrated by artist Fernando Martí and published by PM Press, features true stories from workplace activists and lessons from the frontlines. Keep Going ... Read More
GALLERY HOURS | 2-6PM 🗓️ Thursday, April 23rd | ⏰ 6–8 PM 📍 115 S Cayuga St, Ithaca, NY 🎟️ Free | 👤 14+ | Supplies included 🎨This April, Orozco Gallery opens its doors for a month-long pop-up filled with arts & culture in Downtown Ithaca. Featuring artist talks, live music, dance, storytelling, and hands-on workshops, this welcoming sober space ... Read More
A reading from - and discussion of - Fugitive Tilts with author Ishion Hutchinson who is joined in conversation with Dante Micheaux!
GALLERY HOURS | 2-6PM 🗓️ Friday, April 24th | ⏰ 6–8 PM 📍 115 S Cayuga St, Ithaca, NY 🎟️ Free | 👤 14+ | Supplies included 🎨This April, Orozco Gallery opens its doors for a month-long pop-up filled with arts & culture in Downtown Ithaca. Featuring artist talks, live music, dance, storytelling, and hands-on workshops, this welcoming sober space ... Read More
CCE Tompkins is proud to announce that the 4-H Duck Race will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 11am-4pm. Join us to watch up to 3,000 bright yellow rubber ducks tumble over the Cascadilla Creek falls at the Cornell Botanic Gardens' Cascadilla Gorge Trail then bob down the creek in a frantic and fabulous race to the 4-H ... Read More
Celebrate the season at our Sip & Sparkle: Spring Bloom Edition—a fresh, vibrant shopping experience designed to indulge your senses! Enjoy an evening of luxury, self-care, and style at our boutique, where everything in-store is 20% off for one night only. Sip on complimentary champagne and mimosas as you explore our collection of handmade jewelry and all-natural bath and body ... Read More
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