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State of the Art Galleryย will again sponsorย Seeing Ithaca Through the Eyes of Artists.ย It will take place during the month of August 2026, with gallery members and invited guests exhibitingย work on the theme "Seeing Ithaca". In addition, exhibits will be hosted at three other galleries. All exhibits will celebrate Gallery Night on August 7, 5โ8. PLUS 17 artists will have their ... Read More
An upbeat, feel-good DANCE class inspired by Latin, Pop, Hip-Hop, Reggaeton, Bhangra, K-Pop, Italian Rap-Pop, and more. Fun and judgment-free, and designed to help you move, smile, build confidence, and enjoy the music. First session is on Thursdays from 4:30-5:15 PM on July 2, 8, and 23. Pre-registration is open up to 6 hours before class. Sliding scales of $12-20, ... Read More
Free and fun for the entire family, the Beginnings Summer Concert Series brings live music to Downtown Ithaca every Thursday at the Bernie Milton Pavilion. Local and national acts perform music in genres including jazz, blues, reggae, folk, hip hop, country, bluegrass, rock, and more. Thursdays, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Bernie Milton Pavilion on the Ithaca Commons. This ... Read More
In the early 1900s, Ithaca, NY earned some colorful nicknames: โSodom,โ โSin City,โ and โRum Town, USA.โ Long before national Prohibition took hold, Ithacans were already battling over booze, morality, and modernity. โKing Alcohol Ends Reignโ is a 10-block walking tour through downtown Ithaca that traces the cityโs spirited (and often surprising) history with Prohibition. Led by trained docents from ... Read More
Jack Worthing has invented a brother named Ernest whose guise he takes when fleeing his country obligations for London. Gwendolyn Fairfax has fallen in love with Earnest. Her cousin Algernon Moncrieff has invented an invalid friend when he wishes to flee London for scapes in the country. Meanwhile Jackโs young ward, Cecily has romantic fantasies about the wicked Ernest. But ... Read More
Friday Pop-In Permanent Jewelry Happy Hour โจ Join us every Friday (all day!) at Fall Creek Atelier for a relaxed, drop-in experience. Get custom-fit, clasp-free permanent jewelry designed for effortless, everyday wear. No appointment neededโjust stop by whenever it works for you, bring a friend, and make it a moment. Perfect for: โข Friendship bracelets โข Couple bracelets โข Motherโdaughter ... Read More
Join us for the 34th Annual Ithaca Artist Market on August 14th, 2026. Learn more, register, and view the full list of participating artists at artspartner.org. Discover the work of 80+ local artists at the 34th Annual Ithaca Artist Market, a juried show and sale featuring outstanding fine and functional art from across the region. ๐ถ Enjoy live music by ... Read More
Join the Latino Civic Association of Tompkins County for a summer afternoon on the lake! Bring your family and friends to enjoy a beautiful day of music and community. All are welcome! This year is NOT a potluck, and instead we will be enjoying food (courtesy of the LCA) by local Latino-owned business, Zocalo! Latino Civic Association of Tompkins County ... Read More
Join our Drag Story Hour with fabulous hosts: Tilia and Coraline โโฉโงโหเฑจเงหโโฉโงโ
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Teaching Ithaca Wellness Launches "The Architecture of the Self": A Summer Somatic Series ITHACA, NY โ Local educator and wellness coach Alison Rawlins, founder of Teaching Ithaca Wellness, LLC, is proud to announce a new 8-part workshop series, "The Architecture of the Self," running Sunday afternoons from July 19 through September 6. At the heart of this ... Read More
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