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About the Book This sharp and original debut collection captures precisely that time of life when so many young women are caught in between, preoccupied by nostalgia for past relationships—with friends, roommates, siblings—while trying to move forward into an uncertain future. In “That Is Shocking,” a college student relates a darkly funny story of romantic humiliation, one that skirts the ... Read More
Join us at Buffalo Street Books as we welcome our very own Kate Doyle back to Ithaca and discuss her new collection of stories, I Meant it Once. This sharp and original debut collection captures precisely that time of life when so many young women are caught in between, preoccupied by nostalgia for past relationships—with friends, roommates, siblings—while trying to ... Read More
A zany, free-wheeling musical ride adapted by Mo Willems from his wildly popular "Pigeon" books, this show is even more fun than staying up late and having a hot dog party. It's not easy being the Pigeon, because the Pigeon never gets to do ANYTHING! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers (gasp!) ... Read More
About the Event Join us for a small group discussion of Sarah Moss's Summer-Water on Thursday, July 27th at 5:00 p.m. Conversation will be led by Priya Sirohi, assistant professor at Ithaca College and bookseller here at BSB! Book club titles are 10% off in the store and online. About the Book On the longest day of the summer, twelve ... Read More
Locals and visitors, you are invited to come and have a fun day out exploring corners of Downtown Ithaca you might not have seen before. Shop the sidewalk sale, enjoy an outdoor lunch, and then catch a free matinee at Cinemapolis. Bring a friend, bring a picnic blanket, and discover the real Downtown Ithaca!
Tickets are $15/person. Pre-registration requested. Join us as we explore stories of our P.L.A.C.E. (People, Land, Architecture, Culture, Enterprise) in the history of Ithaca. This tour is an excellent introduction to many facets of local community, intriguing personalities, and historic sites downtown. This one-hour walking tour is led by Alan Cohen, a docent at The History Center in Tompkins County. ... Read More
Carlton Manzano "A Season of Ithaca" This exhibit will feature portraits of locations in and around the city of Ithaca. Carlton works outdoors, creating representational work predominantly of urban settings in oils on board or canvas.
Mark your calendars for the third annual Ithaca is Books Festival! From August 10-13, there will be readings, open mics, and opportunities to buy books from some of your favorite local authors. This festival is made possible by our friends from Odyssey Bookstore, PM Press, Story House Ithaca, TCPL, and Buffalo Street Books. Keep your eyes open for this year’s ... Read More
For one night only, Monks on the Commons (your destination for sinful cocktails and soulful food in the Ithaca Marriott Downtown) will donate 50% of the food & beverage totals to the Community Arts Partnership which, in turn, will go towards strengthening the arts all across Tompkins County!!! Thank you Monks! Executive Director, Megan Barber, and Program Director, Robin Schwartz, ... Read More
Every Tuesday at 1pm join us for a sweet midday practice designed to disconnect you from the busy-ness of your life and reconnect you with your inherent wisdom and energy. And there's mocktails! Bring a to-go container or plan to stay for a bit after class and end your session with one of the amazing creations from the Downstairs bar.
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