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A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
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18 events,
Breaking Foundations (Advised for 17 & under) Master the basics of breaking! Join G-QUAN for a fun, supportive environment where young dancers (recommended ages 17 & under) can develop essential breakdancing skills. Build confidence, connect with other dancers, and enjoy learning the foundational elements of breaking!
$4 – $70
Hip Hop Shape (Only for Ages 18+) Get fit and groove in style! Ready to move, groove, and transform? This dynamic hip-hop series is designed for adults looking to stay active, have fun, and elevate their dance game! Led by G-QUAN, this series will help you stay fit while learning cool hip-hop moves!
$4 – $70
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Would YOU like to be a part of Ithaca’s art scene?! MIX Art Gallery is ready to heat things up in March with an OPEN CALL for our new group show entitled, “March-Mad-Lust”. As artists, we enjoy exploring the full range of emotions available to use in our creative process! The passion and heat we create between us is how ... Read More
$35.00
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18 events,
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
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19 events,
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
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21 events,
A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
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Tompkins County Public Library, in partnership with the Cornell Lion Dance Club and the Cornell Illumination Chinese Cultural Dance Troupe, invites you to a spectacular and thrilling dance performance for children and families! Help celebrate the Lunar Year by ushering in the Year of the Snake! The performance will be on the Avenue of Friends at TCPL. Each performance will ... Read More
Free
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A tapestry is defined as a heavy cloth or canvas with designs or pictures woven into it. The January exhibit will weave together images from thirteen of our artist members. The result promises to be a colorful and diverse sampling of paintings, photos, sculpture, and fiber arts. The show will run from January 2nd through February 2nd, 2025. Opening reception ... Read More
Free
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For the third annual Super Bowl weekend running comes - Scuba Bowl! A live musical performance from Ithaca’s voted “best bar band” Scuba Jerry, playing the music from the great Jerry Garcia Band. Friday, February 7th, is 7-10pm 21+
$15
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21 events,
Breaking Foundations (Advised for 17 & under) Master the basics of breaking! Join G-QUAN for a fun, supportive environment where young dancers (recommended ages 17 & under) can develop essential breakdancing skills. Build confidence, connect with other dancers, and enjoy learning the foundational elements of breaking!
$4 – $70
Hip Hop Shape (Only for Ages 18+) Get fit and groove in style! Ready to move, groove, and transform? This dynamic hip-hop series is designed for adults looking to stay active, have fun, and elevate their dance game! Led by G-QUAN, this series will help you stay fit while learning cool hip-hop moves!
$4 – $70
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The State of the Art Gallery presents THREADS, February 6-March 2, 2025. Twelve artist members thread their diverse images together to reflect the colors of the new year. Works will include sculpture, photography, painting, digital art and mixed media by Christine Chin, Jane Dennis, Frances Fawcett, Annemiek Haralson, Daniel McPheeters, Keith Millman, Catharine O’Neill, Diana Ozolins, Nancy Ridenour, Carol Spence, ... Read More
FREE
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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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February’s exhibition at MIX Art Gallery showcases a new face in the local art scene. Peter “Rafe” Harpending, originally from Elmira, NY, now resides in Ithaca. With a naturally inquisitive spirit, he describes his personality as a gradient of colors from yellow and orange to red. It’s no surprise that his drawings reflect his degree in Biology, as his artistic ... Read More
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This exhibit features a collection of paintings by Dominican-American artist, Isa Goico (they/elle). Their practice focuses on the intersection of self-mythology and gender liberation. Goico utilizes photographic queer archive, community members, and local drag artists as inspiration. Passing Through is a compilation of paintings that reflect the unique individual experience of gender. “In painting queer individuals in everyday settings, I ... Read More |
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The new season starts on January 11th and all 5 monthly Workshops will be hosted in person at Ithaca's premier incubator space, REV: Ithaca Startup Works (314 E. State Street) from 10AM-Noon. Additionally, we're hosting 15 after-school hands-on working sessions, "Get Messy Club," at New Roots School (116 N. Cayuga Street) from 4PM-5:30PM on Wednesdays in between workshops. *Grades 4+
$100 – $150
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Shop the tastefully curated racks of 10 vintage and locally made vendors. Chicken, Beer and unique fashion gems for everyone!
Free
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NYC Meets NRE: Ithaca Comedy Night Looking for a night of unstoppable laughter? Join us on February 8th at 7 PM at NRE in Ithaca for NYC Meets NRE: Ithaca Comedy Night, a comedy showcase bringing the best NYC stand-up comedians to the Finger Lakes! Featuring a stellar lineup of rising stars in the comedy world: Skyler Holzman: Founder of ... Read More
$14 – $25
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Tompkins County Public Library is excited to welcome author Jonathan Eig for a speaking event. He will be speaking about “King: A Life,” his biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. that was awarded the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Biography. The program is free to the public and will include a Q&A session as well as a book signing in ... Read More
Free
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Poets Adam Gellings and Nathan Lipps will be at Buffalo Street Books for a reading, followed by a conversation with Suzanne Richardson.
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Poets Adam Gellings and Nathan Lipps will join us for a reading, followed by a conversation with Suzanne Richardson. Adam J. Gellings is a poet & instructor from Columbus, Ohio. He received his MFA from Ashland University & his PhD from the State University of New York at Binghamton, where he was the recipient of a fellowship from the Marion ... 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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Come Celebrate love with a night of Karaoke- hosted by Lil’b (formerly known as Brandon Fortenberry) and a participating partner of “Ithaca Loves Teachers”. The stage performance of your dreams is waiting and what a fun way to celebrate the season of love!
Free
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Join us for a cooking class with Chef Kuukua on Saturday, Feb 15th from 11-1pm! We'll cook together, eat together & share stories. It's a celebration of love of all kinds! Imagine stepping into an experience filled with vibrant tales and tantalizing flavors. Upon arrival, a refreshing soft drink will be your companion as you settle in to hear my ... Read More
$75
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Maddy Walsh & The Blind Spots will be returning from tour for a homecoming show at the beautiful Foundation of Light in Ithaca with very special guest, the incomparable SingTrece! Available for purchase: Amazing southern fare from Simply Red Kitchen, wine from award-winning Osmote Wines, and beer! Tickets sold via Venmo exclusively: @TheBlindSpots $15 ADV / $25 DOS
$15 – $25
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Get ready for an electrifying Valentine's concert that promises to be a night to remember! Destiny La Vibe and Vibe Nation will take the stage, bringing together an incredible blend of soul, R&B, pop, rock 'n' roll, and stunning circus arts. VIP tickets get access to a special preshow with RnB sensation M’busi and more! As the venue fills with ... Read More |
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Local produce, meats, cheeses, artisan goods, prepared food and more.
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The Ithaca Loves Teachers Drag Brunch is almost here, and it’s going to be FABULOUS! 💃🍳 🎤 Show-Stopping Performances 🍹 Mouthwatering Brunch Delights 🌟 A Celebration of Our Amazing Educators OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AS WELL!
$55.20
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Join BSB for a reading and conversation with local author, Denice Peter Karamardian on her compelling three part series! About the Books: ODAR (meaning "other" in Armenian) is a three part trilogy that "offers a searing portrait of the immigrant experience, examines the sense of belonging, identity, and heritage that is inherent in every human being...is a thought-provoking work with ... Read More
Free
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Come speak with Lincoln Weinstock of Red Ear Marketing - Tuesdays at 3 PM at Buffalo Street Books.
Free
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Join us for our February game night! Escape the cold, warm up with us, and test out some of the games we sell in store. Let us know if you're coming and register here :-) |
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Talk with others in our community about climate change, seen through contemporary fiction and non-fiction books. About the Books: The Water Knife, a futuristic thriller by Paolo Bacigalupi about criminality in water distribution in a hot and dry Southwest meets A Thirsty Land by Seamus Mc- Graw, a true account of conflicts over water rights in Texas that pit communities ... Read More
Free
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A weekend of creativity, soulful connection and tapping into the deeper layers of your psyche. You’ll leave with your own personal and symbolic deck of SoulCollage® cards – completely unique to you. Using techniques of Jungian/Depth Psychology, Internal Family Systems, journaling, and art making we give voice to the different parts within us. By delineating these parts we see better ... Read More
$120 – $160
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Join certified sommelier Laura Winter Falk as she introduces three Finger Lakes micro-wineries. Learn the stories behind these ultra-craft winemakers who are making stunning small-batch wines. Discover: Little Clover Wines by Erin McMurrough, Entelencheia Wine Cellars by Matt Denci, and Vagabond Wine by Alexandra Bond. Laura will share two wines from each producer. While quantities of these wines are limited, ... Read More
$65
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A weekend of creativity, soulful connection and tapping into the deeper layers of your psyche. You’ll leave with your own personal and symbolic deck of SoulCollage® cards – completely unique to you. Using techniques of Jungian/Depth Psychology, Internal Family Systems, journaling, and art making we give voice to the different parts within us. By delineating these parts we see better ... Read More
$120 – $160
Local produce, meats, cheeses, artisan goods, prepared food and more.
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In this class students will explore the cold process soap making technique incorporating a blend of oils, lye, fragrance, and other natural seasonal ingredients. All materials are provided for the class. Students will select the fragrance, color and add-ins of their choice and mix their own batch of soap. Each student will take home a wood and silicone soap mold ... Read More
$75
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Come speak with Lincoln Weinstock of Red Ear Marketing - Tuesdays at 3 PM at Buffalo Street Books.
Free
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Buffalo Street Books is excited to host Benjamin Garcia and Matthew Morris for a reading from their books Thrown in the Throat and The Tilling. About the Books: With language that arrives equal parts regal and raucous, Thrown in the Throat shines brilliant with sweat and an iridescent voice. “Sometimes even a diamond was once alive” writes Garcia in a ... Read More
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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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Warm up your winter with the 27th Annual Downtown Ithaca Chili Cook-Off, a signature event in the heart of the Commons! Join us for a day filled with delicious chili creations, live entertainment, and community fun as chefs and restaurants from across the region compete for top honors. Taste your way through a diverse selection of chili offerings, including savory ... Read More
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The Ithaca Experimental Film Festival (ITHEX) provides a platform for bold, unconventional films. From documentaries and animation to non-traditional narratives, we showcase work that pushes creative boundaries. Our mission is to create a space where filmmakers can screen their films, share ideas, and connect with a community that values diversity, experimentation, and DIY filmmaking. Ithaca Experimental Film Festival presents, Short ... Read More
$10
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The Ithaca Experimental Film Festival (ITHEX) provides a platform for bold, unconventional films. From documentaries and animation to non-traditional narratives, we showcase work that pushes creative boundaries. Our mission is to create a space where filmmakers can screen their films, share ideas, and connect with a community that values diversity, experimentation, and DIY filmmaking. Ithaca Experimental Film Festival presents, Short ... Read More
$10
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