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The learning curve involved with tuning stringed instruments can be intimidating! Join us at CSMA for a workshop examining how friction tuning pegs work on the violin, viola, and cello, how to care for them, and how to use them through hands-on practice. Ages 10 and up.
Join us at CSMA for a storytelling workshop led by Jay Leeming! In this workshop we will learn how to take traditional myths, fairy tales, folk tales and epics from the page into our voices so as to perform them for others. We will work to see these stories in their wild wholeness, finding in them generations of thought and ... Read More
Join us at CSMA for a seasonal still life watercolor workshop led by instructor Jennifer Gibson! We will learn some basics through various exercises, then dive into a fall still life scene. In this workshop, participants will explore fundamental painting techniques while painting autumn still life scenes. Whether you're new to watercolor painting or experienced and looking for some extra ... Read More
Ilan and Gavin Kaplan have been improvising together for 8 years, and have known each other for 31. Together, they have taught workshops and performed all around NYC and beyond, including their undefeated run on Improv Cagematch New York, where they won 14x in a row with their team, confusingly named “The Kaplan Brothers”. At this show, Ilan and Gavin ... Read More
With nicole v. basta. ECODEVIANCE is a term borrowed from the poet CA Conrad. Here, we will use the idea (“subversive syllabus for a queer ecopoetics”) to practice presence with our words and with the earth outside the typical constraints of our society and our minds. Through extensive multi-step prompts, you will be asked to burrow forward without turning back ... Read More
Bad Books by Sharyn Rothstein Directed by Emily Jackson What wouldn’t you do to protect your child? After her teenage son brings home a “vile” book, a mother declares war against her local library, setting off a chain reaction of unimaginable consequences. This blistering dark dramedy takes on censorship and parenthood with hilarity and heart. Don’t miss your chance to ... Read More
A boozy reading series featuring authors of the fantastic, the surreal, the absurd, the speculative, and the odd. This months featured authors are Don Pizzaro, and Parker M.O’Neill
A book club focused on BIPOC authors that write romance and fantasy based on central-america, meso-america and indigenous cultures!
The Nocturnal Café (formerly Sacred Root Kava Lounge & Tea Bar) welcomes you to experience our weekly Open Mic Night hosted by a rotating cast of talented local artists. Come on down to share your song or story! Let's cultivate shared creativity! Showcase your talents and enjoy the experience of creative connection with a welcoming and supportive audience at Ithaca's ... Read More
This art gallery features fiber paintings by Sarah Lopez. All of her works (hand-dyed and hand-spun art yarn on canvas) from 2024 and 2025 will be on display. Food and beverages available for purchase at "The Rook". Please enter through "The Rook", make your way to the lobby, and enter the door on the left.
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