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Bring your own sketchbook and favorite pens for a So What? Studio sketch meetup! Practice your drawing skills and come create in the company of others! No skills encouraged June 29th, 2026 6:30-8pm The Nocturnal Cafe 103 S Geneva St
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 ... Read More
Stop by to see this week's World Cup matches! Organized by Ithaca Welcomes Refugees. WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 4PM - Belgium v. Senegal - Personal Best 8PM - USA v. Bosnia & Herzegovina - Bookies, Bike Bar, & Personal Best THURSDAY, JULY 2 3PM - Spain v. Australia - Bookies, Personal Best, and State Eatery 7PM - Portugal v. Croatia - ... Read More
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. July 2 - August 2, 2026, with Opening Reception Friday, July 3, 2026 from 5 to 8pm. ... Read More
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. Decorate your own plantar and grow the seedlings for a brighter future, while enjoying live music to inspire your creative spirit. Supplies included ... 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: “Sodom,” “Sin City,” and “Rum Town, USA.” Long before national Prohibition took hold, Ithacans were already battling over booze, morality, and modernity. “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 ... Read More
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, ... Read More
Friday Pop-In Permanent Jewelry Happy Hour ✨ Join 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. No appointment needed—just stop by whenever it works for you, bring a friend, and make it a moment. Perfect for: • Friendship bracelets • Couple bracelets • Mother–daughter ... Read More
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