A Book Release in Story and Song: "Waiting for the Steamboat at Lamoreaux Landing"
2024-11-21 16:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Buffalo Street Books, 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca
Join local author David B. Schwartz to celebrate the his new release Waiting for the Steamboat at Lamoreaux Landing. He will be reading from the book and accompanied by local musician, Richie Stearns.

"Rooms: The Works and Life of JJ Manford" with Gordon Sander and JJ Manford
2024-11-22 17:00 - 18:30 | Buffalo Street Books, 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca
Join author and biographer Gordon Sander and artist JJ Manford for a conversation at Buffalo Street Books.
About the Book: When Gordon Sander ’72, BA ’73, began an artist residency at Risley Residential College in 2002, he was returning to familiar ground. The author, photographer, and journalist had come back to the Hill twice before to work on books and had a history of hiring Risleyites as assistants. But this time would be different. Not only would Sander end up doubling his planned one-year stay, he’d also meet a fine arts major who’d go on to become a lifelong friend and collaborator.
That student was Jonathan “JJ” Manford ’06—the subject of Sander’s ninth book, titled Rooms, to be published by a small Latvian art press in January 2024. “Back at Cornell I envisioned writing a book about JJ at some point,” admits Sander, whose byline has appeared in the New York Times, the Washington Post, and numerous other publications. “The idea was like one of those bubbles at the bottom of a glass of soda.” Now a painter whose work has been mentioned in the New Yorker, Manford was named by the popular online art marketplace Artsy as one of its most sought-after “emerging” artists in 2022.
About the Artist: JJ Manford’s remarkable work and exquisite style, which has been described as “psychedelic realism,” has been featured in The New Yorker, Art Net and numerous other publications. His “lush interiors,” to paraphrase The New Yorker, hang in various museums, including ICA Miami and Everson Museum of Art of Syracuse, as well as many distinguished private collections.

Figure Drawing Fridays at CSMA
2024-11-22 18:00 - 20:30, 2024-12-13 18:00 - 20:30 | Community School of Music and Arts, 330 East State Street, Ithaca
Drop in for figure drawing sessions at CSMA, generally held on the 2nd and 4th Friday evenings of each month. If you’re an intermediate or advanced-level artist interested in drawing from the nude model, come join our non-instructed, open sketch sessions. Just grab your own supplies and enjoy an evening of creativity in the company of other artists.

Faculty Friday Fundraiser
2024-11-22 19:00 - 20:30 | St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 402 N Aurora St., Ithaca, 14850
An incredible line up of faculty members from Opus Ithaca School of Music join together to play a concert of jazz and classical music, in support of Opus Ithaca’s Scholarship Fund. Join us for this free concert, open to the public! We’ll be accepting donations in cash and electronically.
Performers include: Sarah Chandler, Ryan Reilly, Andi Merrill, Liz Shuhan, Ali Jones, Victoria Miskolczy, Guillaume Pirard, Zack Knewstub, Cathryn Gaylord, Jessica Caporizzo, and Juliana Pepinsky…

Fall Watercolor Workshop
2024-11-23 10:00 - 13:00 | Community School of Music and Arts, 330 East State Street, Ithaca
Join us at CSMA for an autumnal watercolor workshop! We will learn some watercolor painting basics through various exercises, then dive into a fall still life scene. In this workshop, participants will explore fundamental painting techniques while painting autumn pumpkin scenes.
All necessary materials will be provided, ensuring participants have everything they need to explore and create with watercolor. Participants are welcome to bring their own brushes, preferably watercolor brushes, to customize their painting experience.

Beginner Jazz Jam
2024-11-23 14:30 - 16:30 | Community School of Music and Arts, 330 East State Street, Ithaca
Grab your instrument and come jam with us! CSMA is hosting Beginner Jazz Jam sessions on Saturdays running bi-weekly from 2:30 – 4:30pm. These sessions are available to anyone regardless of their experience level, though some experience is recommended. Whether you have a little experience playing jazz, or have been playing live jazz for years, this is a chance to play, learn, and develop your skills.

Writer's Group at CSMA
2024-11-23 14:30 - 16:30 | Community School of Music and Arts, 330 East State Street, Ithaca
Join our writer’s group at CSMA! Open to fiction writers of all levels. Bring a piece of writing to read out loud for constructive feedback, or just come to hear other writer’s share and offer your support.

"Yield Everything, Force Nothing" Generative Creative Writing Workshop
2024-11-24 14:00 - 15:30 | Buffalo Street Books, 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca
About the Workshop Series:
Yield Everything, Force Nothing is the title of a Jean Valentine poem and hopefully a blessing over this workshop series. In these three classes, we will yield to our intuition, write expansively, and try to forgo the everyday pressures of linear thinking. I will gently guide you through fun, multi-step interactive prompts and we’ll engage in playful, radical revision techniques. You will surprise yourself. The most common feedback I get about my teaching style is “I’ve never taken a class like this before” and “I can’t believe I just wrote this!”
These classes are meant for adult writers and humans of all skill levels.
To register: https://forms.gle/jTL548EPmMpWL8HXA. You are welcome to join 1, 2, or all 3 classes. Sliding scale, if payment is a barrier for you, please email nicolevbasta@gmail.com. 50% of all proceeds will go to a family in Gaza.

"100 Things to Do in Ithaca" Book Signing
2024-11-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Buffalo Street Books, 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca
Join Buffalo Street Books for a book signing with author Amanda Jaros Champion!

O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy
2024-12-03 19:30 - 21:30 | State Theatre of Ithaca, 107 W. State Street, Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States
Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss… Grab your teacups!
Combining British propriety with an unabashed love for the unexpected, London’s 3-time Impresario Award-winning duo steep an outrageously funny and brilliantly inventive show reminiscent of classic British pantos.
Rich in wordplay, comic physicality, and cleverly crafted interactive elements, O Christmas Tea is uproarious fun, yet it is the duo’s boundless imagination and endearing chemistry that provide the real magic and heart of this play.
When catastrophe strikes at James and Jamesy’s Christmas tea party, flooding the world with tea, the duo conjure wildly funny solutions to stay afloat, and sweep the audience out to sea in a jolly aquatic escapade brimming with whimsy, action, and ingenuity in a celebration of friendship at Christmas.
“Complete and utter fun… for all ages.”
★★★★★ CBC
“Outrageously funny, magnificently written, beautifully choreographed.”
★★★★★ London Free Press
“An ode to the idea that anything is possible.”
★★★★★ Torontoist
“I cannot think of a show that will leave you more profoundly happy than this.”
★★★★★ Stage Door
Hailed as “a child’s imagination on steroids” by London Free Press and “a masterpiece of physical comedy” by Theatre In London, critics rave for the charismatic James & Jamesy. A must-see performance on the international comedy circuit, this unstoppable duo is regarded as “one of the most popular fringe duos ever” (CBC).
Get a glimpse into O Christmas Tea : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hfptIluoEE

2024 Annual December Juried Show
2024-12-05 12:00 - 17:00 | State of the Art Gallery, 120 W State St #2, Ithaca, 14850, United Kingdom
The State of the Art Gallery is excited to announce the 2024 Annual December Juried Show, presenting sixty-eight 2-D and 3-D artworks in a wide variety of genres and media. This year 108 artists submitted over 300 pieces, from which the jury members made their choices.
$1000 in prizes will be awarded by prize judge Dara Engler, Associate Professor and Associate Chair, Art, Art History, and Architecture at Ithaca College. Prizes will be announced on Friday December 6.
The show will run from December 5th through December 28th, 2024. There will be an opening reception Friday, December 6, 5–8pm.
Regular hours Thursday-Sunday 12-5 pm. 120 W State St. Curbside parking and ADA accessibility. 607-277-1626. Made possible in part with funds from the NYS Council on the Arts, administered by the Community Arts Partnership.
Images:
Arthur Bucknor
Brick House

"The Lunatics: Hunter's Moon" with A.M. Leonard
2024-12-05 16:00 - 17:30 | Buffalo Street Books, 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca
Join BSB for a reading and conversation with author local author A.M. Leonard! on her debut Fantasy novel -Hunter’s Moon!

Comfort Food
2024-12-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Kitchen Theatre Company, 417 W State Street, Ithaca, 14850
Walking on Water Productions and Fitz&Startz Productions presents Comfort Food by Rachel Lampert and Larry Pressgrove
Directed by Cynthia Henderson and Susannah Berryman
Featuring Emily Jackson as Harriet, Achille Van Ricca as Gabriel, and Rachel Lampert as Estelle
Three solo shows in three kitchens! Eating, entertaining, engagements, and estrangements propel the three short stories in the delightful and delicious chamber musical Comfort Food by Rachel Lampert & Larry Pressgrove. Meet Harriet, the host of a TV cooking show; Gabriel, a lover of junk food; and Estelle, adjusting to life alone. Join us for an evening of music, comedy, and dramedy, celebrating the enjoyment of Comfort Food!
Performances dates & times
Fri 12/6 at 7 pm
Sat 12/7 at 7 pm
Sun 12/8 at 4 pm
Fri 12/13 at 7 pm
Sat 12/14 at 7 pm
Sun 12/15 at 4 pm
Tickets are $25
There will be a Pay What You Wish option available at the Box Office before each performance.
The show runs approximately 80 minutes without an intermission.

Queering Modernism: An Exploration of Psychoanalysis and Dysphoria in Literature
2024-12-06 16:00 - 17:30 | Buffalo Street Books, 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca
Please join us for conversation between Mat Fournier and Jennifer Spitzer on their recent books, Dysphoric Modernism and Secret Sharers. They will talk about sexuality and gender in literature, the influence of psychoanalysis, and the necessity to engage with canonical texts in contemporary terms.

New Roots Art & Music Celebration (@ Gallery Night)
2024-12-06 17:00 - 19:00 | New Roots Charter School, 116 N. Cayuga Street, Ithaca
Join us for an inspiring evening at our Art & Music Celebration during December’s First Friday Gallery Night (12/6)! We’re excited to open our campus doors once again to showcase the incredible talent of our students, staff, and families through a gallery night display of art and music. This celebration is a testament to our community’s shared passion for creativity.

CAP-a-Palooza Vintage Art Sale Fundraiser! Donate Art Dec. 2-4. Sale starts Dec. 6.
2024-12-06 17:00 - 20:00 | CAP ArtSpace, 110 N Tioga st, Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States
The CAP-a-Palooza Vintage Art Sale is an annual fundraiser of the Community Arts Partnership (CAP), held over 9 days each December.
Donation of not-new art is December 2 to 4. The sale starts on Gallery Night, December 6 and runs through the 14th.
In a nutshell, we collect donations of not-new art from community members who are downsizing or have unused or unloved art that they can part with. Donated art an be vintage or contemporary, professional or amateur. Needlepoints your Aunt Sally did in 1974 are right up our alley.
Then we sell the resulting (usually over 500 pieces) at super low prices so we can sell out in 9 days.
Hundreds of people find joy in purchasing and coming to see what we have collected, AND community members feel good about donating their downsized art collection to a good cause.
Note: We do not ask local artists to donate their own work.
Find all information about the sale and donation parameters (what we accept) at ArtsPartner.org
Location: CAP ArtSpace Gallery in the Tompkins Center for History and Culture at 110 N. Tioga Street (on the Ithaca Commons).
Email Robin, Program Director at info@artspartner.org anytime.

CAP-a-Palooza Vintage Art Sale Fundraiser
2024-12-06 22:00 | CAP ArtSpace, 110 N Tioga st, Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States
The CAP-a-Palooza Vintage Art Sale is an annual fundraiser of the Community Arts Partnership (CAP), held over 9 days from December 6th to 14th.
On December 2nd to 4th, we collect donations of not-new art from community members who are downsizing or have unused or unloved art that they can part with.
The sale starts on Friday, December 6th (gallery night in downtown Ithaca) from 5pm to 8pm and will run through Saturday the 14th.
We then hold a 9 day sale starting on Gallery Night (IthacaGalleryNight.com) and runs through Saturday the 14th.
Over 500 pieces will be sold! Vintage and contemporary, professional and amateur. Paintings, photography, etchings, prints, small sculpture, pottery, embroidery and more. Work is priced low so we can sell as much as possible in 9 days. Prices drop throughout the sale and are slashed on the last couple of days.
For all donation info (what we accept, what we don’t, and how to drop off) and sale dates and times are at ArtsPartner.org

The Sisters Fitz&Startz: Cook with Kids
2024-12-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Kitchen Theatre Company, 417 W State Street, Ithaca, 14850
As part of KTC’s Family Fare programming, WoW Productions and Fitz&Startz Productions present The Sisters Fitz&Startz: Cook with Kids
Book and Lyrics by Rachel Lampert
Music by Benjamin Costello, John Coyne, Larry Pressgrove
Directed by Sarah Plotkin
Choreographed by Priscilla Hummel
Featuring Joey Steinhagen, Stephen Nunley, Gabriella Galante, Adamantia Hopko, Sana Sarr
The Sisters Fitz&Startz School of Music & Dance is prepping for a recital. The pre-teen students are eagerly rehearsing their songs and dances. In addition to the performance, everyone anticipates the annual post-show reception, where fabulous food is the highlight. But a last-minute change requires Ashtabula and Phlemena Fitz&Startz and their devoted students to add cooking and baking to their skill sets. A delightful, delicious, and fun-filled musical production is the result–great for the whole family!
Performances dates & times
Sat 12/7 at 1 & 3 pm
Sun 12/8 at 1 pm
Sat 12/14 at 1 & 3 pm
Sun 12/15 at 1 pm
Tickets are $10
There will be a Pay What You Wish option available at the Box Office before each performance.
The show runs approximately 55 minutes without an intermission.

William Jane Dispensary presents the Winter Holiday Bash
2024-12-07 11:00 - 20:00 | Ithaca Commons, E. State Street, Ithaca, NY, United States
Celebrate the holiday season with Downtown Ithaca’s Winter Holiday Bash! This festive one-day celebration will bring joy and cheer to the Commons with two fantastic events designed for the whole family.
Santa’s Arrival | 11 AM – 4 PM
Experience the magic of the season as Santa Claus makes his grand arrival! Families can enjoy holiday activities, take photos with Santa, and immerse themselves in the festive spirit.
Silent Disco | 6 PM – 8 PM
Dance under the stars at our evening Silent Disco! Grab a pair of headphones, choose your favorite channel, and dance the night away to holiday beats in a unique, immersive experience.
Don’t miss this memorable day full of holiday fun and festivities!

Calvin's Comic Adventures
2024-12-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Tompkins County Public Library, 101 E. Green Street, Ithaca, NY, 14850
“Calvin’s Comic Adventures” is a comic-filled program where young minds can bring the popular comics of Calvin and Hobbes to life through engaging activities.
Alongside their favorite stuffed animal or imaginary friend, participants can create their own comic-style stories. Inspired by Bill Watterson’s classic tales, young readers will be able to read and step into the world of Calvin and Hobbes through take-home crafts,”mad-libs” style word games, scavenger hunts, and on-your-feet challenges inspired by Calvin’s favorite game, “Calvin-ball.”
“Calvin’s Comic Adventures” is a great place for all comic lovers to explore what their imaginations can achieve.
Best for kids ages 3-12 – bring your own stuffed animal or imaginary friend!
Presented by the Ithaca College Graphic Novel Advisory Board.

Cookie Decorating with Buffalo Street Books!
2024-12-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Buffalo Street Books, 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca
Escape the cold this weekend and decorate cookies with BSB! We’ll have shortbread cookies baked by Via’s Cookies and hot cocoa from Oracle Chocolates. And, of course, fun sprinkles and frosting to decorate with!
$10 ticket includes two cookies to decorate and a cup of hot chocolate.

Recovery at Work: Book Launch and Discussion
2024-12-08 13:00 - 14:30 | Buffalo Street Books, 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca
Join BSB for a discussion about Recovery at Work: Using Twelve Step Principles for Professional Success. Hear author Amy Newman, book editor and Cornell Management Communication faculty member Christy McDowell, and recovery partner Mandy Caughey describe how principles behind Twelve Step programs founded by Alcoholics Anonymous can help anyone find peace and develop resilience at work.

Hilltop Film Festival of Diversity and Inclusion
2024-12-08 14:30 - 16:30 | Cinemapolis, 120 W Green St, Ithaca, 14850
The Hilltop Film Festival of Diversity and Inclusion is a student-led film festival that has been running for 6 seasons! Our festival gets submissions from all around the globe.
We started at (and got our name from) the Hilltop of Birmingham Southern College in Birmingham, Alabama. We then moved to Cleveland, Ohio, before finding our current home at Ithaca College in Ithaca, New York.
Our Winter 2024 festival is happing Sunday, December 8th from 2:30-4:30 at Cinemapolis in Ithaca, NY. It’s free to attend, and we encourage anyone in the community- filmmaker or otherwise- to attend!
With any questions, comments, or concerns email us at thehilltopfilmfestival@gmail.com.

Books, Bread & Wine: A Celebration & Fundraiser for Buffalo Street Books
2024-12-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Buffalo Street Books, 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca
Join BSB for an exciting afternoon with some of Ithaca’s literary luminaries! Local writers will each share a reading while you enjoy wine and baked goods, provided by our friends at Damiani Wine Cellars and Wide Awake Bakery.
We hope you will attend this fundraising event with an afternoon of readings from Jamaica Baldwin, Mary Gilliland, Alex Gilvarry, Charlie Green, Brian Hall, Eleanor Henderson, Roald Hoffmann, Ishion Hutchinson, Alexandra Kleeman, J. Robert Lennon, Valzhyna Mort, Raul Palma, Bob Proehl, Dan Rosenberg, Helena Viramontes, and Jacob White. Join us for short readings, wine, and goodies . This is a fundraiser for Buffalo Street Books and will be held in our Reading Room.
Ticket includes attendance, food, drink, and a year of membership with BSB.

Jessica Lynn's - A Very Merry Classic Christmas
2024-12-08 19:00 - 21:00 | State Theatre of Ithaca, 107 W. State Street, Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States
“Jessica Lynn’s – A Very Merry Classic Christmas,” has become a genuine holiday tradition, rivaling and even eclipsing some of the biggest of holiday spectaculars. This fun filled, family sleigh ride through the most wonderful time of the year was named by press as the “#1 Great Thing to do in The Hudson Valley for The Holidays.”
This record-breaking, sell-out tour is a full multi-media presentation featuring dancers, marching bands, choirs, special effects and even an annual visit from Santa himself. With all of the traditional holiday songs you know and love, people of all ages become a part of the show and experience the magic of Christmas while raising money and collecting toys for the incredible Toys for Tots.

IREP Holiday Market
2024-12-13 15:00 - 20:00 | 111 B E State St, 111 B E. State St., Ithaca, 14850
🎁 Discover the Magic of the Holidays at the IREP Holiday Market!
Looking for unique gifts, cozy vibes, and a festive shopping experience? The IREP Holiday Market is your go-to destination this season! Every weekend through December 22, explore an incredible selection of handcrafted goods, artisanal creations, and one-of-a-kind treasures from talented local entrepreneurs.
From thoughtful gifts to holiday décor and delicious treats, the market has something for everyone on your list. Plus, your purchases support BIPOC-owned businesses and help foster a thriving local community.
Located:
111B E. State St. Ithaca, NY 14850
✨ Event Hours
📅 Fridays: 3 PM–8 PM
📅 Saturdays: 11 AM–8 PM
📅 Sundays: 11 AM–6 PM
🎄 Join us at Downtown Ithaca and make your holidays unforgettable with the IREP Holiday Market!

Ugly Sweater Karaoke
2024-12-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Liquid State Brewery, 620 W. Green St., Ithaca
Suit up in those ugly holiday sweaters and get your vocal cords warmed up by Friday, December 13th, 8pm at Liquid State Brewing Co. Spreading the cheer is our MC Brandon Fortenberry, with prizes for the ugliest sweater and the best holiday song sung!

Guided Tequila & Mezcal Tasting
2024-12-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Bickering Twins Restaurant & Tequila Bar, 114 N Cayuga St., Ithaca, N, 14850, United States
Join us and learn the basics of tequila & mezcal: a bit of history on agave spirits, how/where its made, how to taste & enjoy it, and how to find/where to buy some of the best and most traditional brands on the market. Try 3 tequilas and 3 mezcals as Kevin & Corey, the ‘Twins’ behind Bickering Twins pour some of our best selections while walking you through the process. Sip, enjoy and learn about one of today’s most popular and fastest growing spirits.
