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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
Come one, come all to the Circus Culture Summer Tour! Join us for six free, family-friendly shows around downtown Ithaca with acts created by community members, students, and teachers alike. Bring a blanket, a chair, or swing by to watch an act or two! In the case of inclement weather, shows will be held indoors at Circus Culture. Check @circusculture ... Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Teaching Ithaca Wellness Launches "The Architecture of the Self": A Summer Somatic Series ITHACA, 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. At the heart of this ... Read More
THE CONTINUUM SHOWCASE IS AN ANNUAL FREE EVENT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. 10 short films from local and international filmmakers. catch this moment in the continuum of cinema. PROGRAM: dynamics (teo baehler) | 14:32 | netherlands blacketbleu. (katherine mary jane quinn) | 2:47 | usa airbag (steven hoehl) | 9:46 | usa living with mr. fishy (scott ackerson) | 21:45 ... Read More
At Eureka Day School in Berkeley, California, all decisions are made by consensus, diversity of opinion is valued, and vaccinations are a personal matter. But when a mumps outbreak hits the school, tensions rise, truth becomes subjective, and community conversations reach a hilarious fever pitch. Now the board of directors must confront the central question of our time: how do ... Read More
The Ithaca Shakespeare Company (ISC) invites audiences to experience Shakespeare in a new way with the Summer 2026 Bar(d) Crawl, a three-part performance series staged at popular venues throughout Ithaca. The Bar(d) Crawl will feature three free, immersive nights of scenes, songs, and sonnets performed at various bars in downtown Ithaca. The series concludes on Saturday, August 2 at a ... Read More
The Fall Creek Brass Band is creating an original musical. Step into the hidden world of the Brassquatch, a legendary forest-dwelling community with a sound as big as their footprints. When our young hero fails his coming-of-age ritual, he’s thrust into an unexpected journey to discover who he is, where he belongs, and what it truly means to find your ... Read More
Free/donation-based, easy, accessible, family-friendly yoga at DeWitt park. No class when it rains or gets above 88F. Bring your own mat/blanket, and water, chair if preferred. Wednesdays July 15-August 5.
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". In 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 ... 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
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