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Join us for the 5th Annual Rootstock Festival on Saturday, May 17 at the Bernie Milton Pavilion on the Ithaca Commons. This free, family-friendly event features live performances by 14 youth bands and 6 youth dance troupes, plus over 25 youth entrepreneurs launching their new products and services. Co-produced by New Roots, YEM, and Grassroots, Rootstock is a community celebration ... Read More
A fundraising event, presented in partnership by Runway for a Cause and Women's Opportunity Center, Featuring a fashion show and Derby Day elegance to benefit and empower the women supported by Women's Opportunity Center.
FUNDRAISING SOIREE FOR THE LATINO CIVIC ASSOCIATION 🗓️ Saturday, May 17th | ⏰ 6–9 PM | 📍 115 S Cayuga St, Ithaca, NY Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration and support as we raise funds for the Latino Civic Association (LCA)! Together, we are building a stronger, more vibrant future for our Latine community in Tompkins County and ... Read More
LILPAD PUPPET THEATRE: ALFONSO'S MINIATURE ORCHESTRA 🗓️ Sunday, May 18th | ⏰ 5–6 PM | 📍 115 S Cayuga St, Ithaca, NY Join us for a magical puppet show perfect for children and families! Alfonso’s Miniature Orchestra tells the heartwarming story of Alfonso, a young boy living with his grandmother in Southern Spain who isn’t allowed to study music—until he ... Read More
A creative and restorative workshop for professionals in education, healthcare, human services, the arts, and beyond. Centered on wellness, connection, and self-regulation, in this workshop, we’ll take time to slow down, build meaningful connections, and create together. Through simple, accessible art activities, we’ll explore ways to manage stress, support one another, and find moments of peace amid uncertainty. This workshop ... Read More
Join us to celebrate Behooved on pub-day! Pre-order now for stickers, a bookmark, and a bookplate! About the Book: A charming slow-burn romantasy featuring a duty-bound noblewoman with a chronic illness, a prince who would rather be in a library than on a throne, and a magical ride through a world of cozy enchantment Bianca knows her duty comes before ... Read More
SPANISH STORYTIME FOR FAMILIES 🗓️ Wednesday, May 21st | ⏰ 5–6 PM | 📍 115 S Cayuga St, Ithaca, NY 🥤 Non-alcoholic drinks + cash bar | 👨👩👧👦 All ages welcome Children of all ages and their caregivers are invited to a fun-filled Spanish storytime featuring songs, rhymes, stories, and crafts—all in Spanish! This lively and interactive session is a ... Read More
It’s time once again for all of us to enjoy some amazing writers in our region! The Community Arts Partnership’s 17th annual Spring Writes Literary Festival features 40 free literary events featuring over 100 writers. Events are live in downtown Ithaca from May 7-11, on Zoom from May 15-22, AND writing workshops continue through September. (Registration is Required.) The Festival ... Read More
Mother of Bourbon - Eric Goodman Mother of Bourbon: The Greatest American Whiskey Story Never Told is the never-before-told story of a pioneering and visionary woman who achieved success in a system designed to suppress her, and against a government that strived to repress her. Mary’s courage and determination are the hallmarks that live on today in Mary Dowling Whiskey, ... Read More
Play board games and chess in our Game Room after school right on the Commons! All age groups welcome.
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