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  • “Feminism Is Alive and Well in the Novel” Jennifer Savran Kelly in conversation with Aggeliki Pelekidis and Aida Zilelian

    Buffalo Street Books 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca

    About the Event: Across genres, styles, and forms, feminism is alive and well in contemporary literature. Aggeliki Pelekidis's Unlucky Mel (Cornell University Press, 2024) is a humorous and moving feminist campus novel and Aida Zilelian's All the Ways We Lied (Keylight Books, 2024) is a heartfelt family saga focused on four sisters. Please join us for a lively reading and conversation about their stories and publishing ... Read More

  • Cultures & Cuisines: A Taste of the African Diaspora

    Cultures & Cuisines: A Taste of the African Diaspora
    Cornell Botanic Gardens 124 Comstock Knoll, Ithaca

    Celebrate the rich culinary heritage of the African Diaspora and explore the plants of the exhibit, “Seeds of Survival and Celebration: Plants and the Black Experience.” Join us for a conversational dinner to enjoy a traditional West African meal, prepared by Chef Kuukua of Asempe Kitchen, while learning more about the plants used in dishes across the United States, Caribbean, ... Read More

    $20 – $50

  • Breaking the Silence: A First Responder Q&A on Brain Health and Trauma

    oin us for an essential conversation on October 23rd, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm, where we’ll address the brain health challenges faced by all first responders—from dispatchers to law enforcement, EMS, fire, ER clinicians, parole, and probation officers, along with their loved ones. Licensed therapist Alev Ates-Barlas and USMC combat veteran and 16-year law enforcement officer Sergeant Blair MacDonald ... Read More

    Free

  • October Game Night with Buffalo Street Books

    Buffalo Street Books 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca

    Looking for a ghostly October game night? Embrace the Halloween season and join us in playing a macabre game of Mysterium! We have a wide variety of board games you can choose from to help you decompress. $5 suggested donation.

  • Halloween In Downtown

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    Halloween in Downtown Ithaca is all about creating a safe and secure trick-or-treating experience for families. On Halloween, local merchants will be giving out candy, creating a fun trail through downtown where kids can enjoy the spirit of the holiday. Come dressed in your best costumes and explore the Commons while collecting treats from participating businesses!

  • Figure Drawing Fridays at CSMA

    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.

  • LCA Presents Puppeteer Performance

    Kitchen Theatre Company 417 W State Street, Ithaca

    Don’t miss a magical experience as the Latino Civic Association presents "Pedro y la Odisea del Paraná," a captivating puppet show by acclaimed Argentinian puppeteer Leonor Lipszyc. Hosted in collaboration with The Kitchen Theatre Company, this enchanting performance will take place on October 26 at 2:30 PM and October 27 at 10:30 AM. The show, performed in Spanish, is a ... Read More

  • Tips and Tools for Attracting Feeder Birds

    Join staff from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Wild Birds Unlimited to discover how to attract birds to your outdoor space. Learn practical tips on bird feeding, including the best foods, feeders, and native plants to support local bird populations. Receive guidance on how to create a safe environment for your feathered visitors. Wild Birds Unlimited will showcase a ... Read More

    Free

  • “Yield Everything, Force Nothing” Generative Creative Writing Workshop

    “Yield Everything, Force Nothing” Generative Creative Writing Workshop
    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 ... Read More

  • 28th Annual World of Skills Job Fair

    Hotel Ithaca 222 S. Cayuga St., Ithaca, NY

    Job seekers are invited to join us for the 28th annual World of Skills job fair on October 30th at 9am to noon. The event will take place at the Hotel Ithaca, where over 30 employers will be available to discuss job and career opportunities. The first 20 job seekers will receive door prizes, and there will also be a ... Read More

    Free