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Celebrate the Halloween season as ten actors bring Bram Stoker's thrilling narrative of the world's greatest vampire to life in a one-night only presentation of DRACULA or The Un-Dead! A spoken word event with sound effects, drawn from the novel.
The Northeast & Mid-Atlantic regions of Puppeteers of America, proudly present “Puppet Homecoming 2024” our next biannual regional puppetry festival to be held for the first time in the commons section of Ithaca, NY. Are you a fan of the art of puppetry, or maybe you’re not sure yet. Our festival will have something for all puppet interest, from the ... Read More
Join us for the opening of Present Conversations II, a dynamic group exhibition showcasing the works of BIPOC artists, curated by Yen Ospina through Orozco Gallery Ithaca. The exhibition opens on Friday, November 1st, from 5-8 PM at CAP ArtSpace, located in The History Center at 110 N Tioga St, right in the heart of the Ithaca Commons. This exhibit ... Read More
Join Buffalo Street Books for a conversation with Jennifer Kabat and Chris Holmes. They will be discussing Kabat's debut memoir for a special live recording of the Burned By Books podcast.
Fall fits for all! 12 vintage vendors and local product creators bringing Ithaca the very best mens and womens clothing, accessories, footwear and handbags. Plus chicken and beer made on site!
Artisan pieces, crafts, collectibles and baked goods with plenty of vendors, all in the lovely Library Place Community Room space! Come shop for something special for yourself, or get a jump on your holiday gifting. Free to attend!
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.
Ben Folds, the acclaimed singer-songwriter and pianist, will be bringing his signature blend of indie rock, pop, and classical influences to Ithaca on November 8, 2024. Known for his witty lyrics, powerful piano melodies, and engaging stage presence, Folds has captured the hearts of fans worldwide with hits like "Brick," "Rockin' the Suburbs," and "The Luckiest." Over the years, he ... Read More
Celebrate James Baldwin with us and take home a free copy of a Baldwin book, donated by Beacon Press! Funds raised support Buffalo Street Books as it transitions to a nonprofit model. Our conversation will be led by: Mwalimu Kofi Acree, Director for the John Henrik Clarke Africana Library and Curator of Africana Collections for the Division of Rare and ... Read More
Do you know the story of No Face Doll? Join us, Saturday, November 9th, at 2 p.m., to learn a piece of Haudenosaunee culture from Penny Miner. From the Allegany Territory and the Seneca Nation, Penelope is a traditional Seneca Artist who has been practicing her art since her youth. Her art forms include black ash basketry, corn husk dolls ... Read More
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