SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 ITHACA NY — October’s Gallery Night presented by Tompkins Trust Company is happening Friday, Oct. 1, and will feature artwork from more than 30 different artists at 16 downtown Ithaca locations. In observance of Hispanic Heritage Month, some of the participating locations will feature Hispanic and Latin American artists. The Community School of Music and Arts is … Read More
Four businesses and a development honored at Downtown Ithaca Annual Awards Dinner
AUGUST 25, 2021 ITHACA NY — Hardworking and dedicated downtown Ithaca business owners and building developments were in the spotlight Tuesday evening as the Downtown Ithaca Alliance (DIA) presented five awards during its Annual Awards Dinner at Ithaca Marriott on the Commons. “So many people work hard every day to make downtown a successful and vibrant place. This ceremony is our opportunity to … Read More
TCPL launches Summer Reading Programs for Kids, Teens, and Adults
Tompkins County Public Library is offering summer reading programs for kids, teens, and adults, beginning Saturday, June 26 and continuing through Saturday, August 7. Opportunities for outdoor and virtual programs, games, and prizes are available for all ages! Kids Summer Adventure, for ages 0-10, will kick off with an online event featuring The Great and Powerful Dave on Saturday, June … Read More
Downtown Ithaca & GO ITHACA Hosting First LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour
Event includes stops at four historical sites and an after-party at Alley Cat Cafe ITHACA NY JUNE 24, 2021 — In recognition of PRIDE month, The Downtown Ithaca Alliance (DIA) and its GO ITHACA program will host their first LGBTQIA+ History Walk on Saturday, June 26. Members for the DIA and GO ITHACA invite you to join them at 3 p.m. at … Read More
Show your vaccine card, receive a FREE week-long TCAT pass
Roll up your sleeve for the shot and ride TCAT free for an entire week Now through mid-July, when you show proof you’ve received your first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, you will be eligible for a free TCAT unlimited weekly pass, thanks to an initiative from New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Earlier this week, the governor’s office announced a … Read More
Cinemapolis reopening June 25
Cinemapolis, Ithaca’s member-supported independent movie theater, will once again open its doors for a weekend filled with an array of festival favorites, award-winning documentaries, and special events. Beginning on Friday, June 25, regularly scheduled screenings will take place Thursday through Sunday throughout the summer, with specific showtimes and advance tickets available to purchase at Cinemapolis.org. The big-screen experience will feel … Read More
Ithaca installs 12 new art bike racks in downtown, collegetown
New bike stations designed and fabricated by local artists ITHACA, NY JUNE 7, 2021 — Locating bike parking around Ithaca just became easier. The City of Ithaca now has 12 more new art bike racks for cyclists to use in the downtown and Collegetown business districts. The locations for the latest three-dimensional racks are as follows: Ithaca Commons – 212 E. … Read More
Bite of Ithaca is Back This Month
Foodie experience showcases multiple $5 samplers & sips at downtown Ithaca restaurants, eateries, and bars ITHACA, NY JUNE 9, 2021 — Bite of Ithaca, an ultimate foodie experience featuring samplers and sips from restaurants and eateries in and around downtown Ithaca, is returning this month. From June 14 through June 20, BITE guests can take their taste buds on a culinary journey … Read More
Vaccine Clinic will be available at Green Street Bus Stop on May 27 & 28
The Tompkins County Health Department will be hosting a COVID-19 vaccination walk-in clinic on May 27 & May 28 in downtown Ithaca. For minors under 18, a parent or guardian is required to identify the minor and provide consent. Green Street Bus Stop (131 E Green St.) Thursday, May 27 and Friday, May 28 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm … Read More
This Summer: History Center featuring Breaking Barriers: Women’s Lives & Livelihoods exhibit
The History Center in Tompkins County (THC) is hosting a new exhibit “Breaking Barriers: Women’s Lives & Livelihoods” which will open July 2, 2021. Breaking Barriers: Women’s Lives & Livelihoods explores the lives of women in public and private spheres across the centuries through six interactive exhibits: Haudenosaunee Influence on Women’s Rights (Matilda Joslyn Gage Foundation), The Overlooked History of Women … Read More
