Ithaca, N.Y., February 28, 2022 — The Tompkins County Health Department is suspending the local mask advisory as the spread of COVID-19 and active COVID-19 hospital admissions have slowed. The advisory previously recommended that in Tompkins County all individuals wear a mask when in public indoor spaces regardless of vaccination status. According to the metrics recently released by the CDC regarding … Read More
Cinemapolis & Finger Lakes Environmental Film Festival Collaborate for Historic 25th Edition
February 25, 2022 – Cinemapolis, Ithaca’s member-supported independent movie theater, is once again partnering with the Finger Lakes Environmental Film Festival (FLEFF) to host the 25th installment of the annual event.Presenting a “hybrid” festival organized under the theme of ENTANGLEMENTS, this year’s FLEFF will run for three weeks—featuring a blend of virtual and in-person offerings—from March 21 to April 10. … Read More
Trader K’s owners retiring, closing store after nearly 26 years in business
ITHACA, NY FEBRUARY 15, 2022 — Karen and Jay Sciarabba, owners of the popular discount clothing store Trader K’s, are retiring and will be closing their shop at 119 E. State St., the Commons, this spring. “After 26 years, we’ve decided it’s time to retire. Owning and operating Trader K’s has been fun and challenging — we love a good … Read More
Galentine’s/ Valentine’s Day Gift Guide ~ downtown edition 2022
Explore Vincent Joseph’s “Fall Flowers” on exhibit at the Hilton Garden Inn.
Farmers Market now offering deep discounts for low to moderate income residents
Through a partnership with the Ithaca Urban Renewal Agency and the Ithaca Farmers Market, certain Ithaca residents can receive a 60% discount when shopping Ithaca Farmers Market online marketplace. The discount is targeted to low to moderate-income City of Ithaca residents who qualify for SNAP or who make less than the income requirements, which vary depending on household size (1 person $37,680, 2 … Read More
Our businesses participating in Ithaca Loves Teachers
FEBRUARY 2, 2022 — This month, multiple downtown Ithaca businesses will be offering incredible deals to K-12 teachers as part of Ithaca Loves Teachers, an annual celebration for all K-12 educators happening February 11 through 28 in Tompkins County. Ithaca Loves Teachers registration begins on February 4, but teachers are encouraged to start this week-long adventure in advance by booking … Read More
Body Positivity Awareness Month
February is Body Image Awareness Month. Here are some fantastic experiences to help you celebrate. Body Positivity Video: Adrina Graham, owner of Adrina Dietra and Laura Larson, owner of Odyssey bookstore are both advocates of body positivity and display their support through the products they create and or sell at their businesses. They share this message in a short documentary … Read More
Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Downtown Ithaca offers the following experiences to help us remember Dr. Martin Luther King’s life and legacy.
Registration Open for Circus Culture Classes
Circus Culture, Ithaca’s own circus school is reopened and will start offering classes on January 24, 2022. Below are some of the All Things Circus class offerings. For a complete listing of classes, or to register: visit circusculture.org. All Things Circus Please note that masks will be required at all times during classes and open practices. All Things Circus (3-4yrs) … Read More
