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Join the Ithaca Pride Alliance on the Commons as we kick off Pride Weekend with our Opening Events on Friday, June 13th from 3-10pm! Live music from 3-6pm, Opening Ceremonies from 6-7pm then dance the night away at our All-Ages Pride Dance Party from 7-10pm at the Bernie Milton Pavilion. Local resources and organizations will be tabling throughout the event. ... Read More
Join us for a poetry reading with Claire Drucker!
Join the Ithaca Pride Alliance for Pride In the Park on Saturday, June 14. Our signature, full day celebration of community, visibility and joy! Explore local vendors, delicious food, community resources, family-friendly activities and a full day of stage performances (we have two stages this year). The festival spans Dewitt Park and extends along the 300, 200 & 100 blocks ... Read More
Celebrate PRIDE with the Ithaca Pride Alliance and join Drag Story Hour @ Dewitt Park Stage ₊✩‧₊˚౨ৎ˚₊✩‧₊
What a better way to start off your Pride Sunday than with some live singing by some local drag artists (right around the corner from the festival) at K-House Karaoke & Arts Hub on State St? Fuel up for the festival day with some delicious food (& drinks!) brought to you by the K-House café partner - Farm to Feast ... Read More
Raw Pages is a monthly writing circle where fiction and CNF writers can come together to share their “raw” writing in an open, nonjudgemental, nurturing environment. The title “Raw Pages” comes from the photography world where the artist has the option to shoot “raw” leaving their work opportunity to be more flexible to future editing. This group has evolved into ... Read More
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
Join our community-led conversation about climate change, as we discuss Theory of Water: Nishnaabe Maps to the Times Ahead by Leanne Betasamosake Simpson! Climate Literature Book Discussions meets the third Wednesday of the month. Book club attendees get a 10% coupon for (1) purchase!
In conjunction with and supporting Ithaca Pride Alliance — an evening of music, laughter, and community in celebration of Pride Month. Enjoy wine, cheese, and other delicious refreshments while belting out your favorite show tunes, cheering on local talent, and finding joy and community among friends and allies. Led by local musicians Kristin Zaryski, Mary Malaney, and Mark Lawrence - ... 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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