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The Hupstate Circus Festival returns to Ithaca this Labor Day Weekend! With over 25 events over 4 days, there’s something for everyone – free and ticketed shows, indoor and outdoor performances, family-friendly and late-night offerings, and even chances to try out circus yourself!
Free – $42
This year State of the Art Gallery will again be sponsoring Seeing Ithaca Through the Eyes of Artists. It will take place during the month of August 2024, with gallery members and invited guests exhibiting work on the theme "Seeing Ithaca". In addition, exhibits will be hosted at various galleries and other venues that show art around town. All exhibits ... Read More
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Ithaca Farmers Market returns to DeWitt Park on Tuesday afternoons this summer! Come to the shady oasis of DeWitt Park (corners of Cayuga and Buffalo St) on Tuesdays from 11 AM to 2P PM to grab lunch and shop for your weekly groceries including seasonal produce, locally raised meat, dairy, cheese, and other fresh or prepared grocery items. We welcome ... Read More |
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At Kitchen Theatre Company, get in the spirit of Laughs in Spanish with a lively pre-show celebration! You'll enjoy a free screening of classic telenovela episodes, grab a drink from the bar, and immerse yourself in the drama and humor that set the stage for the show.
Free
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In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
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Join preeminent Joanna Russ scholar Alec Pollak in celebrating the publication of a new critical edition of ON STRIKE AGAINST GOD, out now from Feminist Press. Pollak will be joined in conversation by Jeffry Iovannone to discuss Russ's legacy and delve into her experience in republishing this "curious and powerful revolutionary work." (—Alison Bechdel) ALEC POLLAK is a writer, academic, ... Read More |
4 events,
In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
Gallery Night Ithaca is a walkable tour of art openings and other special cultural events in and around downtown Ithaca, New York from 5:00-8:00 PM on the first Friday of every month.
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Elizabeth McMahon, “shape maker,” is an artist whose love of color and happenstance has inspired her work from painting to songwriting, puppetry to collage. She uses a collage process to build her large assemblages and smaller compositions with painted paper cut-outs, colored tape, and yarn. McMahon studied Fashion at Parsons School of Design and Painting at Syracuse University. While raising ... Read More |
3 events,
In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
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Denice's persistence in research and her skill in turning family mythos and historical documents into gripping narratives is awe-inspiring. Now, not only are her family histories saved for her own descendants, but they are also are available to the public as a unique example of local history storytelling. You can find more info here: https://www.thehistorycenter.net/event-5854457?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=9/4/2024 Join Denice at the History ... Read More
Free
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About the Event: Authors Ivy Stevens and Tessa Permar will be in-store to read selections from their book, and some other third thing, as well as discuss their creative practice and the philosophy of their group. About the Book: These three authors met at the National Theater Institute in 2013. They started a writing group at the beginning of Covid ... Read More |
2 events,
In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
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Mystery and True Crime enthusiasts - join us for this exciting workshop with expert forensic pathologist, Mary Jumbelic! Mary will share her experiences along with the ins and outs of language, characters, and writing to provide authenticity to your work! About the Author: Mary Jumbelic, M.D. is an author from Central New York, and former chief medical examiner of Onondaga ... Read More |
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VOICES is gearing up for our fall semester with a fun mix of pieces for our theme “Songs of Celebration.” We would love to have you join us. We are a non-audition group of singers based in Ithaca, NY interested in learning, sharing, and singing songs from diverse choral traditions. All singers are welcome from beginners to pros. You may ... Read More |
1 event,
Ithaca Farmers Market returns to DeWitt Park on Tuesday afternoons this summer! Come to the shady oasis of DeWitt Park (corners of Cayuga and Buffalo St) on Tuesdays from 11 AM to 2P PM to grab lunch and shop for your weekly groceries including seasonal produce, locally raised meat, dairy, cheese, and other fresh or prepared grocery items. We welcome ... Read More |
3 events,
Get ready to brighten up your September with “Laughs in Spanish,” a delightful production at the Kitchen Theatre Company from September 11-22! Laughs in Spanish is a fast-paced, cafecíto-induced comedy about art and success – and mothers and daughters.. As a special gesture, the Kitchen Theatre Company will donate 10% of ticket sales to the LCA. Use the code “LCALAUGHS” ... Read More 
It’s Art Basel, and the stakes are high for the gallery that Mariana runs in the Wynwood Arts District in Miami. And when Mariana’s movie-star mother tries to help out, things get even more complicado. Laughs in Spanish is a fast-paced, cafecíto-induced comedy about art and success – and mothers and daughters.
$10 – $52
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About the Event: Join us in exploring exceptional works of climate fiction! We'll use a different book each month as a jumping-off point for talking about our collective climate future. If you can't read each month's book cover-to-cover, that's okay--but the more you read, the more meaningful the conversation. Led by aspiring climate writer Wendy Skinner, with guest poets and ... Read More |
4 events,
The Ithaca is Books Festival exists to celebrate the authors, performers, and storytellers who illuminate our world and introduce us to new ones. Events will be hosted all over town including readings and conversations with Jonathan Letham, Steven Salvatore, and Debbie Urbanski. As part of the festival, the book fair will take place on The Commons on September 14th and ... Read More
In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
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5 events,
In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
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In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
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Ever heard of the art of quilling? Join us at Handwork to learn this craft with a hands-on workshop! Local artist Caroline Spellman will guide you through the steps of making your own quilled paper gift tag by shaping and curling paper strips into a three-dimensional design. Quilling gained popularity in the 18th century among ladies of leisure, who created ... Read More
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Our 7th Annual Oktoberfest is happening Saturday, September 14th from 2 - 7 PM.
Free
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4 events,
In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
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Join us on Monday, September 16, for an unforgettable evening as the Latino Civic Association proudly presents a Folkloric Danza Performance at the Kitchen Theatre Company! Kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with us at 6pm for a special meet-and-greet with the LCA, followed by a vibrant and captivating performance at 7pm. This free event promises to be a celebration of ... Read More
Free
VOICES is gearing up for our fall semester with a fun mix of pieces for our theme “Songs of Celebration.” We would love to have you join us. We are a non-audition group of singers based in Ithaca, NY interested in learning, sharing, and singing songs from diverse choral traditions. All singers are welcome from beginners to pros. You may ... Read More |
3 events,
Ithaca Farmers Market returns to DeWitt Park on Tuesday afternoons this summer! Come to the shady oasis of DeWitt Park (corners of Cayuga and Buffalo St) on Tuesdays from 11 AM to 2P PM to grab lunch and shop for your weekly groceries including seasonal produce, locally raised meat, dairy, cheese, and other fresh or prepared grocery items. We welcome ... Read More |
4 events,
In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
New York state’s only Reproductive Rights Film Festival will be held September 19 through 22, at Cinemapolis, 120 E. Green Street, Ithaca NY. In direct response to the end of the rights and security of Roe v. Wade and the upcoming election, End Abortion Stigma (EAS), together with Grandmothers For Reproductive Rights (GRR!) and other sponsors are bringing together a ... Read More
Free
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10 events,
In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
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Join author Bill Schutt in conversation with artist Patricia J. Wynne as they discuss Schutt's newest release "Bite: An Incisive History of Teeth, from Hagfish to Humans. About the Author: Bill Schutt is a vertebrate zoologist and author of six nonfiction and fiction books, including Pump: A Natural History of the Heart and the New York Times Editor’s Choice, Cannibalism: ... Read More
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Join author Bill Schutt in conversation with artist Patricia J. Wynne as they discuss Schutt's newest release "Bite: An Incisive History of Teeth, from Hagfish to Humans." |
6 events,
In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
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Try our Jazz Piano Basics in this one-hour workshop! Learn about the basics of jazz piano playing through a fun and collaborative group environment. This one-time workshop will give students a taste of the Jazz Piano Basics Class offered at CSMA this fall. The ability to read music will be beneficial for this class.
New York state’s only Reproductive Rights Film Festival will be held September 19 through 22, at Cinemapolis, 120 E. Green Street, Ithaca NY. In direct response to the end of the rights and security of Roe v. Wade and the upcoming election, End Abortion Stigma (EAS), together with Grandmothers For Reproductive Rights (GRR!) and other sponsors are bringing together a ... Read More
Free
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4 events,
In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
New York state’s only Reproductive Rights Film Festival will be held September 19 through 22, at Cinemapolis, 120 E. Green Street, Ithaca NY. In direct response to the end of the rights and security of Roe v. Wade and the upcoming election, End Abortion Stigma (EAS), together with Grandmothers For Reproductive Rights (GRR!) and other sponsors are bringing together a ... Read More
Free
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1 event,
VOICES is gearing up for our fall semester with a fun mix of pieces for our theme “Songs of Celebration.” We would love to have you join us. We are a non-audition group of singers based in Ithaca, NY interested in learning, sharing, and singing songs from diverse choral traditions. All singers are welcome from beginners to pros. You may ... Read More |
1 event,
Ithaca Farmers Market returns to DeWitt Park on Tuesday afternoons this summer! Come to the shady oasis of DeWitt Park (corners of Cayuga and Buffalo St) on Tuesdays from 11 AM to 2P PM to grab lunch and shop for your weekly groceries including seasonal produce, locally raised meat, dairy, cheese, and other fresh or prepared grocery items. We welcome ... Read More |
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In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
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This course has been designed for members of our extended community who want to learn more about wine in a way that fits into your schedule and your budget. Each week, we will dive deep into a different internationally-recognized grape varietal, learning about its classic characteristics, place of origin, as well as other regions throughout the world in which it ... Read More
$60 – $70
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Join us for a celebration of fall at the Apple Harvest Festival! Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Downtown Ithaca as you explore local vendors offering delicious apple treats, handmade crafts, and unique gifts. Enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, and the crisp autumn air while savoring everything apple—from fresh cider to sweet and savory apple-inspired dishes. It's the perfect way to ... Read More
Free
In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
Free
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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. |
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In Variations, artists Patricia Brown and Patricia Hunsinger celebrate subtle and broad differences in light, color and texture in painting and printmaking. September 5-29. Opening reception Friday, September 6, 5-8 pm. 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 ... Read More
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2 events,
Ithaca Farmers Market returns to DeWitt Park on Tuesday afternoons this summer! Come to the shady oasis of DeWitt Park (corners of Cayuga and Buffalo St) on Tuesdays from 11 AM to 2P PM to grab lunch and shop for your weekly groceries including seasonal produce, locally raised meat, dairy, cheese, and other fresh or prepared grocery items. We welcome ... Read More
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Join us at CSMA for a one-day dance workshop! Experience a unique blend of Hip Hop History, Dance, Music, and Culture, providing a comprehensive learning experience beyond the basics and what is portrayed in mainstream media. |
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Join us for a one-time introductory figure drawing workshop! In this workshop, we will use a variety of art materials, techniques, and artistic approaches. Students will learn basic techniques of drawing the human form, including anatomy, observation of the human form and fundamental exercises in gesture, contour, outline, and tonal modeling. Basic drawing knowledge is strongly suggested for this workshop. |
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SOAG’s October exhibit features photographs by Harry Littell and mixed media work by Jane Dennis. Littell’s series, “Parts and Service,” depicts the stillness and mystery of urban landscapes at twilight, including scenes in Ithaca, Cortland, and Binghamton. Dennis’s sculpture and paintings explore “A Cold War Childhood.” Space race, rockets, and duck and cover drills; what effect did it have on ... Read More
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Pinot Noir: The "Heartbreak Grape" featuring regions: Burgundy, Central Coast, Margaret River, Finger Lakes This course has been designed for members of our extended community who want to learn more about wine in a way that fits into your schedule and your budget. Each week, we will dive deep into a different internationally-recognized grape varietal, learning about its classic characteristics, ... Read More
$70
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Case 84: Adopted in the U.S.A, is an immersive journey through Edward's experience growing up in Philadelphia as a transracial adoptee and touches on the influence of American media on identity, complex family dynamics, and ultimately what it means to be an American. There are silly, introspective, and also painful moments in the show, including Edward's trip back to Seoul, ... Read More
$20 – $25
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Experience the vibrant world of Hispanic and Latiné art at our exciting group exhibition running from October 2 to November 26! Curated by Yen Ospina and Loreto Molina, this showcase promises a captivating array of artwork. Join us for the opening receptions on October 4 and November 1, from 5 to 8 PM, where you can meet the artists, explore ... Read More
SOAG’s October exhibit features photographs by Harry Littell and mixed media work by Jane Dennis. Littell’s series, “Parts and Service,” depicts the stillness and mystery of urban landscapes at twilight, including scenes in Ithaca, Cortland, and Binghamton. Dennis’s sculpture and paintings explore “A Cold War Childhood.” Space race, rockets, and duck and cover drills; what effect did it have on ... Read More
Free
Gallery Night Ithaca is a walkable tour of art openings and other special cultural events in and around downtown Ithaca, New York from 5:00-8:00 PM on the first Friday of every month. |
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Get ready for a vibrant celebration at the 3rd Annual Heritage Fiesta, taking place in the Press Bay Parking Lot on October 5, with a rain date of October 6! Founded and organized by Yen Ospina, this lively event runs from 11 AM to 6 PM and promises a rich a showcase of culture & tradition for everyone to enjoy. ... Read More
Free
SOAG’s October exhibit features photographs by Harry Littell and mixed media work by Jane Dennis. Littell’s series, “Parts and Service,” depicts the stillness and mystery of urban landscapes at twilight, including scenes in Ithaca, Cortland, and Binghamton. Dennis’s sculpture and paintings explore “A Cold War Childhood.” Space race, rockets, and duck and cover drills; what effect did it have on ... Read More
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About the Event: Author and biographer Gordon Sander will be in store to talk with artist, and subject of his book Rooms, JJ Manford. 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 ... Read More |
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