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Join us for an art-inspired creative writing workshop at the Johnson Museum of Art! Staff from the Museum’s education department will facilitate close-looking activities with artworks from the permanent collection and special exhibitions. Following these warm ups to hone our observation and descriptive skills, Yessica Martinez will lead the group in a writing process, with time for read-alouds, group discussion ... Read More
Many writers have an inner critic who loves to point out everything they’re doing wrong, making it hard to write. This workshop, co-led by creative coach Emily Mure and novelist Nancy Holzner, features exercises to keep your inner critic from blocking your writing. We’ll start by interrogating the critic to find out where that voice originates. Then, we’ll invite another ... Read More
Join the TC Office for the Aging in celebrating our 50th anniversary and the relaunch of our annual Senior Living Expo! The Senior Living Expo will offer the public information on area programs and services to help individuals age in the community- at home, in senior housing, and in other facilities. Vendors from over 20 community agencies will be present ... Read More
In Undressed: the Musical, YOUR embarrassing story gets turned into an hour-long musical right before your eyes by a cast of veteran performers (including local Ithaca artist Ilan Kaplan) wearing nothing but their underwear. One lucky audience member with the most interesting embarrassing moment gets chosen by audience vote to get up on stage and share their story. Then, the ... Read More
Kids (and their grown-ups) will love this rock ‘n roll parable with a worthy message, based on the hit children’s book by Mo Willems. When Wilbur discovers his creative spirit and develops a love for fashion, it turns the expectations of his–well, totally naked–world upside down. With rock and roll music, expressive lyrics, and unique style, Wilbur proves to everyone ... Read More
Join us at Buffalo Street Books for the Future Archaeology Craft Fair July 27th: 11AM - 5PM Presented by Buffalo Street Books, Show Pony Studios, & The Paleontological Research Institution - and featuring special guest Museum of the Earth
Bring a project with you or start one new with our supplies! Show off your most recent creations and make friends. All ages welcome. We will have various art supplies for all types of creatives. Bring your tablet, yarn, collage materials, clay, paints, or anything else. We'll have some art supplies so no need to bring anything if you don't ... Read More
Gallery Night Ithaca is a walkable tour of art openings and other special cultural events in and around downtown Ithaca, New York from 5:00-8:00 PM on the first Friday of every month.
A clever, comedic, contemporary take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth and sidekick duo by Lansing-born Ithaca College alumna Kate Hamill. This fast-paced re-telling of the world’s most famous detective story brings oddball female roommates Sherlock Holmes & Joan Watson together as they join forces to solve outlandish cases in post-pandemic London. The two create a dynamic duo–solving mysteries ... Read More
A beloved story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. brings to life the emotional relationship and epic journey of Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of memorable characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is ... Read More
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