When: July 10, 2010 7PM
Where: South Lawn at Taughannock Falls State Park in Trumansburg Taughannock Falls Summer Concert Series. The concerts take place at 7:00 p.m. on seven consecutive Saturday evenings from July 10th through August 21th. The 2010 Concert Series continues with the following performers:July 31 Joe Crookston and the Bluebird Jamboree Folk Music August 7 Li’l Anne and Hot Cayenne Zydeco August 14 Steve Johnson Band Americana August 21 Jorge T. Cuevas and the Caribe Jazz All Stars Latin Jazz The concerts are held on the south lawn at Taughannock Falls State Park off of NYS Route 89 in Trumansburg, New York. Bring your picnics, blankets and lawn chairs and get ready to enjoy an evening of music. The concert parking fee is just $5.00 per carload. Finger Lakes wines will be available by the glass and by the bottle from the Cayuga Wine Trail. Supporters include the Tompkins Trust Company, the Tompkins Insurance Agencies, Inc, the Cayuga Wine Trail, WSKG Public Radio and the Finger Lakes State Park Region. For concert information, call 607-387-6739. If you would like further information about New York State Parks, please visit our Web site at www.nysparks.com.
Steve Southworth & the Rockabilly Rays
When: Thursday, July 29, 2010
Where: Cortland Court House Park Make your way to the Court House Park at 7:00pm on Thursday, July 29th to enjoy this local band for the 2010 Summer Concert Series sponsored by the Cortland Youth Bureau. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy the show! After 24 years these guys remain the ultimate tribute band to the legends of the 50’s and 60’s. For more information contact the Youth Bureau at 607.753.3021
When: Thursday, July 29, 2010
Where: Lansing Community Library
Storytime with the SPCA. Thursday, July 29, 10:30 AM. Lansing Community Library, 27 Auburn Road, Lansing, NY. The SPCA of Tompkins County will be bringing a special furry friend to join us for stories, songs, and fun. You won't want to miss it! All ages welcome. Free and open to the public. Click HERE for more information.
When: Friday, July 30, 2010
Where: Cornell Arts Quad High-Energy Alternative Folk Music Comes to Cornell Arts Quad on July 30. The Andrew and Noah VanNorstrand Band, an ensemble of talented twenty-somethings dedicated to exploring the outer edges of Celtic, Appalachian, swing, old-time country music, and bluegrass, will bring their original sound to the Cornell Arts Quad on Friday, July 30, at 7:00 p.m. (rain location: Uris Hall Audritorium). For more information, call 607.255.4987, e-mail cusce@cornell.edu, or click Here.
When: Friday, July 30, 2010.
Where: Farmers Market
The Ithaca Artists Market is in it's 20th year! Don't miss this once-a-year event at the Farmers Market on Friday, July 30th, from 2pm to 8pm. The market features 63 local artists showing paintings, prints, collage, mosaics, photographs and collage. There will be arts organizations, performances, music throughout the day, boat tours, food, wine, beer, chocolate, a raffle and more! All in the beautiful lakeside setting of the Farmers Market, located off Route 13 at 3rd Street. The market is a program of the Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County. Learn more at www.artspartner.com. For more information, contact: Robin Schwartz, Program Director. Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County. Center Ithaca Box 107, 171 E. State Street, Ithaca, NY 14850 607-273-5072, ext. 20 / programs@artspartner.org
When: Month of July, 2010
Where: Tompkins Trust Company
The Tompkins County Solid Waste Management Division will have a display for it’s Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and Finger Lakes Buy Green programs at Tompkins Trust Company from Friday, July 2 to Friday, July 30. Stop by to learn how to properly dispose of HHW and how to avoid hazardous waste in the first place by purchasing green products in the Finger Lakes region. Visit www.RecycleTompkins.org and www.fingerlakesbuygreen.org/ for more information.
C.F. Lawrenson Exhibit
When: July 2-31, Friday-Monday 11:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Where: Franklin Street Gallery and Gift Shop
C.F. Lawrenson paintings will be on exhibit at the Franklin Street Gallery and Gift Shop, 209 N. Franklin St. in Watkins Glen, July 2-31, Friday-Monday 11:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. The Franklin Street Gallery and Gift Shop will hold a reception for C.F. Lawrenson on Friday, July 16, 2010 from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Come meet the artist and enjoy a complimentary wine tasting from Cascata Winery. Lawrenson’s acrylic landscape paintings will be exhibited at the gallery July 2-31 and can be viewed Friday - Monday, 11:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. ALSO: Kazuri Bead Jewelry Workshop! The Franklin Street Gallery and Gift Shop is offering a Kazuri bead jewelry crafting workshop with Janet Tanner on Saturday, July 17, 1-2:30 p.m. Cost is $30/5 bead bracelet, $20/pair of earrings, $45/bracelet and earrings. Class size is limited. Please call 607-535-2571 for more information or to register. For more information, contact: Holly Baker Community Relations and Special Events Coordinator The Arc of Schuyler (607) 535-6934 ext. 128.
Taughannock Falls Summer Concert Series: Joe Crookston & the Bluebird Jamboree
When: July 31, 2010 7PM
Where: South Lawn at Taughannock Falls State Park in Trumansburg
Bring your picnics, blankets and lawn chairs and get ready to enjoy an evening of folk music. The concert parking fee is $5.00. For concert information, call 607-387-6739.
When: July 28th-31st, 2010
Where: 4-H Acres on Lower Creek Road
The 4-H Acres Youth Fair will be held July 28th-31st at 4-H Acres on Lower Creek Road off Route 13. This annual celebration of youth achievement features plant, environmental, arts, communication, mechanical, animal and consumer & family science exhibits as well as animal shows, exceptional food, and family events. For more information or a schedule of events for the Tompkins County 4-H Acres Youth Fair, call the 4-H Office at 272-2292 or visit our website
When: Saturday, July 31, 2010
Where: Myers Park - Pavilion D
"Alice in Wonderland" Performance. Saturday, July 31 at 2:00 PM. Myers Park -- Pavilion D, Lansing, NY. Celebrate summer reading with the Lansing Community Library! This show will be performed by Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. For more information, contact: Lansing Community Library, 27 Auburn Road (NYS Rts. 34, 34B), Lansing, NY 607-533-4939. Click here to go to the website
When: Saturday, July 31, 2010
Where: Cass Park Rink The Ithaca League of Women Rollers will appear at Cass Park Rink on Saturday, July 31 for a roller derby extravaganza in collaboration with Ithaca Foodnet Meals on Wheels, and an even greater surprise for fans—the Ithaca debut of their newest team—the BlueStockings. On July, 31 at Cass Park Rink, the babes in blue will take on Vermont’s Green Mountain Derby Dames. Starts at 5 pm with the SufferJets, inviting the community to join them as they roll along the Cayuga Waterfront Trail to raise money for Ithaca Foodnet Meals on Wheels. Walk, ride, roll, or stroll the bike path with the SufferJets and then come back to the Cass Rink parking lot to support Ithaca Foodnet Meals on Wheels Chicken BBQ Tailgate Party from 5:30 pm until the bout begins at 7 pm. A $10 ticket gets you a generous chicken dinner plus a chance to win dinner and an evening’s stay at local resort, Geneva on the Lake. Tailgate party music will be provided by the Johnny Russo trio. Doors at 6:30 pm and the first whistle blows at 7 pm. Suggested donation of $10 for adults and $5 for kids. Click Here for more information.
When: Friday, July 30 and 31, 2010
Where: Yates County Fairgrounds in Penn Yan
The 6th annual Lloyds Limited Blues Fest on July 30th and 31st will feature 5 Mile Drive, a local band from Ithaca. The band specializes in blues, classic rock, and original music. For more information, visit the Band's Website
Downtown Ithaca Summer Sidewalk Sale
When: Thursday through Saturday, July 29 - 31, 2010
Where: Downtown Ithaca Downtown Ithaca Summer Sidewalk Sale. July 29-31. This Thursday through Saturday, July 29th through 31st! --- on the Commons, in Center Ithaca, throughout Dewitt Mall, up and down Cayuga, State and Aurora Streets... with three days of markdowns in store and bargains galore, you can beat those summertime blues with savings on shoes... books and music, clothing and accessories, jewelryand gifts, home décor and kitchen items, toys and games, and much much more! RAIN OR SHINE!
When: July 27- August 1, 2010
Where: Whitney Point Fairgrounds
Fairgrounds are open daily 11am to 10pm. Enjoy carnival rides, games, and prizes. New attractions include: magician "Magical John" who has appeared on David Letterman, deep fried pickles and oreos, as well as miniature Horses. For a complete schedule of events, go to the Website.
When: July 18 to August 1, 2010
Where: West Branch Resort's River Run Restaurant and Hancock Area High School auditorium
Founder and Artistic Director Odin Rathnam, the renowned violinist, has put together the annual and privately funded West Branch International Music Festival and Academy, with world-class performances of music carefully selected to take audiences on a musical journey through time, from Europe to South America, resulting in concerts that are as varied as they are exciting. The festival begins July 18 and runs through August 1, 2010, with performances held in the main room of the West Branch Resort's River Run Restaurant. Orchestral programs will take place at the lovely Hancock Area High School auditorium. Repertoires will include Grieg, Mozart, Sibelius and more. A complete schedule of programs, as well as advance ticket sales (strongly recommended), can be found at www.westbranchfestival.org
38th Bluegrass Ramble Picnic.
When: Sunday, August 1, 2010
Where:Dwyer Memorial Park, Little York 38th Bluegrass Ramble Picnic, August 1st, 2010, at Dwyer Memorial Park, Little York, NY. Eighteen bluegrass and oldtime acoustic country acts from 10 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Jam sessions too! Host Band: Delaney Brothers Bluegrass! FREE admission, FREE parking. Bring a lawn chair. Held under a huge tent at the home of the Cortland Repertory Theatre. Take Preble exit 13 off I-81; then go south on Rt. 281. food, beverages and snacks available; arts & crafts, musicians' vendor tables. Rraffle of a Bristol by Blue Ridge guitar, donated by Custom Pearl Inlay, Malone NY.
When: Sunday, August 1, 2010
Where: Taughannock Falls State Park
The 8th Annual Cayuga Lake Triathlon. Sunday, August 1st at Taughannock Falls State Park, Trumansburg, NY. For more information, contact: Jane Miller at jmm8@cornell.edu, or visit our website.
When: Sunday, August 1, 2010 Where: Seneca Falls Library
John Liberatore will perform his fourth summer piano concert on Sunday, August 1, 2010 at 3 p.m. in the Seneca Falls Library. The summer Sunday program will feature works by Beethovn, Chopin, and Dobbins plus a selection of original compositions. John’s compositions are a result of his work at Syracuse University and the Eastman School of Music where he has studied as a Music Composition major, with a piano concentration. The concert is free and open to everyone. For more information call 568-8265 or visit the website www.senecafallslibrary.org
Cayuga Lake Triathlon
When: August 1, 2010
Where: Taughannock Falls State Park Trumansburg, NY 14886 This USA Triathlon-sanctioned event is organized by the Ithaca Triathlon Club. This triathlon features intermediate, sprint and youth race distances. Come experience Central NY's premier triathlon in the heart of the Finger Lakes, just 8 miles north of Ithaca. Athletes swim in Cayuga Lake, bike the rolling hills of wine country, and run through a gorge that features a waterfall three stories taller than Niagara Falls. Race start is at 8am. For more information visit http://www.ithacatriathlonclub.org/race/default.html
When: July 15-18 and July 29-August 1
Where: Cornell Plantations The Ithaca Shakespeare Company will be presenting Shakespeare's "Macbeth" on the beautiful wooded grounds of Cornell Plantations, July 15-18, 22-25, and July 29-August 1. A feast of swordfights, soliloquies, and the supernatural! All shows begin at 6 pm. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets. For more information, visit the Ithaca Shakespeare Company's website at www.ithacashakespeare.org, or call the Cornell Plantations Visitors' Center at 607-255-2400.
Strengths and Weaknesses of Fracking
When: Monday, August 2, 2010
Where: Brooktondale Community Center
Have you heard about the glowing reports of shale gas development in the Broome County Shale Gas Economic Projection and the Penn State Economic Projection? Come find out what's in those reports, plus hear comments on the strengths and weaknesses of each. Since I'm not an economist, this talk is aimed at the general public. Bring a friend or your favorite town board member.Bill Podulka has been educating himself about the process known as fracking. Come hear his talk at the Brooktondale Community Center at 7 p.m. on Monday, August 2, 526 Valley Rd. in Brooktondale.
Is Marcellus Shale Gas Drilling A Cure for Upstate N.Y.?s Economic Woes
When: Monday, August 2, 2010
Where: Brooktondale Community Center Bill Podulka is once again offering a free and open to the public lecture at the Brooktonale Community Center. Titled "Is Marcellus Shale Gas Drilling A Cure for Upstate N.Y.’s Economic Woes?’” The talk takes place at 7 p.m. on Monday, August 2nd at the Brooktondale Community Center, 526 Valley Rd. in Brooktonale. Bill is one of the founding members of ROUSE, an anti drilling group.
When: Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Where: St. Joseph's A free seminar, "The Good News About Knew and Hip Pain" is scheduled for Tuesday, August 3, 2010. The 11:00AM session, is open to the general public, and will be held in the Cusick Room, located on the first floor of St. Joseph's. Reservations for the seminar can be made by calling (607) 737-7809 or On The Web For more information, contact: Denis P. Sweeney at (607)737-7810 or email dsweeney@stjosephs.org. St. Joseph's. 555 St. Joseph's Boulevard. Elmira, NY 14901.
When: Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Where: Cornell University's Schwartz Center Cendrillon, a comic operetta by Pauline Viardot based on the story of Cinderella, will be performed at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 3, as the final offering in a series of free summer events at Cornell University's Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts. Presented by Women's Works, the performance is sponsored by Cornell's School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For more information, e-mail cusce@cornell.edu, phone 607.255.4987, or visit the Website
When: Beginning Thursday, July 15th Where: La Romana Pottery, Jan Brown Pottery, Marsha Acerra Pottery
The Food Bank of the Southern Tier announces that three local pottery businesses are conducting a sale to benefit the Food Bank of the Southern Tier. Beginning Thursday, July 15th, customers can look for specially tagged pottery pieces from area artists at the following locations: • La Romana Pottery owned by Vera Vico, 9458 Route 89, Trumansburg, NY • Jan Brown Pottery 920 Hector St. (Route 79W), Ithaca, NY • Marsha Acerra Pottery sold at Brookton’s Market, 491 Brooktondale Road, Brooktondale, NY. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Food Bank of the Southern Tier to support local hunger-relief efforts. The pottery sale will continue through September 15th. For more information, concact: Melissa Smith, Community & Public Relations Manager Food Bank of the Southern Tier (607) 796-6061 x23 mlsmith@feedingamerica.org or click here to go to the website.
When: Friday, August 6, 2010
Where: Cornell Arts Quad
The "rebel rock reggae" band Thousands of One will bring Cornell University's free summer events series to an exhilarating conclusion on Friday, August 6, with a concert on the Arts Quad from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. (rain location: Uris Hall Auditorium). A Grassroots favorite, Thousands of One is known across the nation for spirited live shows with a social message. Cornell's free summer events are sponsored by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions and include Friday night concerts on the Arts Quad, Tuesday night events at the Schwartz Center, and Wednesday night lectures at Statler Auditorium. For more information about the series, click Here, call 607.255.4987, or e-mail cusce@cornell.edu.
When: Friday, July 16 to Friday, July 23
Where: Bethel Grove Community Center (Rt.79)
Tompkins County Country Dances present a New England Contra and Square Dance. Friday, July 16, 2010 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 pm Bethel Grove Community Center (Rt.79) New England Contra and Square Dance House Callers Uncle Joe And Rosebud Ramblers. Friday, July 30, 2010 No Event. Friday, August 6, 2010 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 pm. Bethel Grove Community Center, 1825 Slaterville Road, NYS Rt.79, about 4 miles east of Ithaca. Go up State Street until it becomes route 79, continue past Burns Road and the Bethel Grove Bible Church, watch for parking on the right. For more information: contact: Ted Crane, 607-273-8678 or on the web at www.tedcrane.com/TCCD
Artist Roberta Dixon in Live Studio Event
When: Friday, August 6, 2010
Where: Community School of Music and Arts
CSMA Gallery Features Current Artist Roberta Dixon in Live Studio Event. For First Friday Gallery Night on August 6, the Community School of Music and Arts will host an open studio demonstration with abstract painter Roberta Dixon in the school’s Art Studio, from 5–8 pm. For more information, contact: Ross Haarstad, Marketing Coordinator (607) 272-1474 (work), (607) 339-6246 (cell); pr@csma-ithaca.org
Hydrofracking Discussion
When: Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010 Where: Ithaca, Corning Green Party Candidates in Ithaca and Corning to Discuss Hydrofracking. Howie Hawkins, Colia Clark and Cecile Lawrence to Discuss Hydrofracking. Saturday, Aug. 7, 2010 1:00 to 3:00 pm, Bernie Milton Pavilion, Ithaca Commons, downtown Ithaca 4:00 to 6:00 pm, Centerway Square, corner of Pine St. and Market St., Corning 6:00 to 9:00 pm, 90 West Market St., upstairs, Corning Howie Hawkins, the Green Party candidate for governor of New York, is coming to Ithaca and Corning on Saturday, August 7, 2010. He will be joined by the party's two US Senate candidates, Colia Clark and Cecile Lawrence. At three campaign events in the two cities, the candidates will discuss why they are calling for a ban on high volume high pressure hydrofracking in New York and collect petition signatures. Contact: Rachel Treichler, 607-569-2114, rachel@ecobooks.com
Taughannock Falls Summer Concert Series: Lil Anne and Hot Cayenne
When: August 7, 2010 7PM
Where: South Lawn at Taughannock Falls State Park in Trumansburg
Bring your picnics, blankets and lawn chairs and get ready to enjoy an evening of Zydeco music. The concert parking fee is $5.00. For concert information, call 607-387-6739.
Rhizome and Perennial Plant Sale
When: Saturday, August 7, 2010
Where: Vestal Library The annual rhizome and perennial plant sale will be held on Saturday, August 7th at 8:00 a.m. until noon in the front of the Vestal Library 320 Vestal Parkway East (also known as route 434 East). Also happening at the Vestal Library will be a book sale, flea market, and a bake sale. for more information, contact: Millie Horak at (607) 753-0957.
All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast
When: Saturday, August 7, 2010
Where: King Ferry Presbyterian Church The King Ferry Presbyterian Church invites everyone to its monthly all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast on Saturday, August 7,2010 from 7 - 11am. Breakfast includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage links, orange juice, coffee and tea. Cost is only $4.00 for adults and $3.00 for youth under 10. Proceeds benefit the church's missions. This Saturday enjoy a hearty breakfast and join in the fun at the Wheat Harvest Festival Parade and Festivities. Also collecting canned foods and donations for the Genoa Food Pantry. The church is located at the corner or Routes 90 and 34B in King Ferry.
Annual Italian Picnic
When: Sunday, August 8, 2010
Where: Stewart Park, Ithaca The annual summer Italian picnic will take place at Steward Park on Sunday, august 8th from noon until all the food is finished. Bring your favorite dish to pass (Italian or otherwise), dishes, silverware, and your memories to share. Follow the signs and the Italian flags and come prepared to enjoy a great afternoon of fellowship, music, and food! (And maybe some Bocce ball!) For mroe information please call Louise at 273-7906. Hope to see you there!
Dryden Senior Citizens Annual Picnic
When: Monday, August 9, 2010
Where: VFW Rt. 13 The Dryden Senior Citizens will meet for there annual summer picnic on August 9, 11:45 a.m. VFW, Rt. 13. Please bring a dish to pass, table setting, and drink. Water will be provided. BOARD MEMBERS please note there will be a special meeting after lunch.
When: Thursday, August 12, 2010
Where: Lansing Community Library
Storytime with Ms. Susie. Thursday, August 12, 10:30 AM. Lansing Community Library, 27 Auburn Road, Lansing, NY. Join us for stories, songs, and fun! Different theme each week, all ages welcome. Free and open to the public. For more information, click Here.
When: Wednesday, August11, 2010 Where: Lansing Community Library
Lansing Writers' Group. Wednesday, August11, 7:00 PM. Lansing Community Library, 27 Auburn Road, Lansing, NY. Meetings are open to adults and focused, mature minors who strive to improve their writing skills and learn from each other. All genres, skill levels, and writing types are welcome. Additional information available Here. Free and open to the public.
When: Saturday, August 14, 2010
Where: Lansing Community Library
End of Summer Reading at Lansing Community Library. Saturday, August 14. Lansing Community Library, 27 Auburn Road, Lansing, NY. Summer reading program ends at Lansing Community Library. This is the last day to turn in reading logs and claim prizes. For more information click Here or call the Lansing Community Library. 607-533-4939. info@lansinglibrary.org
When: August 14, 2010 early morning
Where: Ithaca Yacht Club A community swim across Cayuga Lake to benefit Hospicare. The swim is open to the first 300 women to register.
Visit www.womenswimmin.org for information and to view photos.
Taughannock Falls Summer Concert Series: Steve Johnson Band
When: August 14, 2010 7PM
Where: South Lawn at Taughannock Falls State Park in Trumansburg
Bring your picnics, blankets and lawn chairs and get ready to enjoy an evening of Americana music. The concert parking fee is $5.00. For concert information, call 607-387-6739.
When: Saturday, August 14, 2010
Where: Long Branch Park in Liverpool
The 2010 Central New York Scottish Games and Celtic Festical will be held on August 14, 2010 at Long Beach Park in Liverpool (near syracuse), rain or shine. Competitive events begin at 9AM. Opening ceremonies with massed bagpipe bands is scheduled for noon, and the festival concludes with another massing of the bagpipe bands and closing ceremonies at 5pm. A ceilidh (party) follows from 6-9pm, also at Long Branch Park. Discount advance sale tickets are available until July 31. For information, directions, advance ticket sales, call Nancy Bloss at (315) 463-8876 or Betsy Buchanan at (315) 784-5348. Visit the Website and Myspace.
When: Saturday, August 14 Where: Lansing Be sure to join us for the 2010 Harbor Festival on Saturday, August 14th. Lansing New York's Harbor Festival celebrates the Lansing community by taking over Myers Park for a day filled with food, games, fun, and entertainment. If you're in High School or Middle School, and sing or play an instrument, the Lansing Harborfest has a place for you. The time slot for Lansing young talent will be from 10:30-11:30 on August 14th. The Lighthouse 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run is Sat. Aug 14th at Myers Park in Lansing, NY, The run will benefit the Lansing Central Schools Cross Country program. The festival has 150 booths available for local businesses and not-for-profits, priced at only $25 and $50. Call Barb White to reserve yours! For more information click here.
Free Business Planning Basics: How to Start a Successful Business
When: Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Where: Prattsburgh Town Hall
Corning Community College’s Small Business Development Center to Offer Free “Business Planning Basics: How to Start a Successful Business” Seminar on Wednesday, August 18, 2010 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at Prattsburgh Town Hall, 19 North Main Street, Prattsburgh, NY. Sherri Arnold, director of CCC’s Small Business Development Center, and Brian Qualey, branch manager of the Small Business Administration, will discuss the necessary legal requirements to start a business, how to decide on a business structure, marketing, funding startup, and how to decide if a home-based business is right for you. There is no charge for this seminar, but pre-registration is required by August 16. For more information or to register, please call (607) 937-6861 or e-mail sbdc@corning-cc.edu.
Health & Wellness Fair
When: Saturday, August 21, 2010
Where: The Shops at Ithaca Mall Cayuga Medical Center presents the Health and Wellness Fair. Event visitors will receive free health exams, spa treatments, prizes and more.
Taughannock Falls Summer Concert Series: Jorge T. Cuevas
When: August 21, 2010 7PM
Where: South Lawn at Taughannock Falls State Park in Trumansburg
Bring your picnics, blankets and lawn chairs and get ready to enjoy an evening of Latin Jazz music with Jorge T. Cuevas and the Caribe Jazz All Stars. The concert parking fee is $5.00. For concert information, call 607-387-6739.
When: Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Where: Twin Oaks Dairy
As a certified organic dairy, Bob, Rick and Kathie Arnold at Twin Oaks Dairy already know how to produce milk sustainably. But figuring out a way to produce sustainable energy required the help of some outside experts. Last year, the Arnolds worked with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and the USDA to finance a solar electric system to power their home and farm operation. Triangle Electric Systems in Plattsburgh, NY installed the 27.6-kilowatt PV (solar electric) system, which is sized to produce 107% of the annual electrical energy needed at Twin Oaks' main farmstead. For those times when the energy produced by the panels is greater than the needs of the farm, the excess flows into the utility grid. The Arnolds will offer a tour of their new system on Tuesday, August 24th, from 10am – noon. Detailed information about farm energy audits, grants and incentives will be available. The tour is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Small Farms Energy Work Team, a project of the Cornell Small Farms Program, and the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York (NOFA). To register, contact Violet Stone at 607-255-9227 or e-mail vws7@cornell.edu
When: Thursday evenings starting June 17th 6-8 pm Where: Bernie Milton Pavilion M&T Bank Downtown Ithaca Summer Concert Series. Thursday evenings starting June 17th 6-8 pm at the Bernie Milton Pavilion (Ithaca Concert Band plays in Bank Alley). Join us for the Downtown Ithaca Summer Concert Series - Free live music on Thursday evenings from 6-8pm in Downtown Ithaca from June 17th to August 26th, 2010. Concert Schedule June 17 Ithaca Concert Band June 24 Revision July 1 The Burns Sisters July 8 Fe Nunn & Friends July 15 Driftwood July 21 Grassroots Preview Show July 22 Ithaca Concert Band July 29 Ry Cuming August 5 Mutron Warriors August 12 El Rumbon August 19 Hubcap August 26 Sim Redmond Band For more information, please contact Vicki Taylor or Matt Riis at the Downtown Ithaca Alliance office at 277-8679 Click here to go to their website.
When: Sunday, August 29th Where: First Assembly of God
First Assembly of God in Ithaca, NY is hosting a Welcome Back to Church Picnic on Sunday, August 29th at 12 noon. There will be chicken BBQ, dessert competition and lots of games including summer olympics, volleyball, homerun derby and various children's games. You don't want to miss this event, it will be fun for the entire family. Everything is entirely FREE, so please come out and join us on Sunday, August 29th at Noon at the Ithaca First Assembly of God on Bostwick Rd. For more info please contact the church at 607-272-5313 or visit our website at www.ithacafirst.org. Hope to see you there! For more information, contact: Todd Carver Pastor of Small Groups & Worship First Assembly of God Ithaca, NY 14850 607-272-5313 (church) 607-280-9100 (cell)
When: Tuesday June 15 and every Tuesday throughout the summer
Where: DeWitt Park Farmer's Market Stories in the Park Begins Tuesday, June 15 and every Tuesday throughout the summer at DeWitt Park Farmer's Market 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM. This popular program for families with toddlers and pre-school age children will begin at 11:30 AM at the Dewitt Park Farmer's Market. When it rains, join us in the Library's Thaler/Howell room. Check out the library's events calendar for more information.
When: Summer Hours
Where: Franklin St. Gallery
Franklin St. Gallery Announces New Summer Hours. Watkins Glen-The Franklin Street Gallery and Gift Shop is adjusting its hours to better accommodate Watkins Glen and Finger Lakes region visitors during the summer season. Beginning Friday, June 18, the gallery will be open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday: 11:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. In addition the gallery can open by appointment Tuesday through Thursday by calling Misty Jones at 607 535 6934. For more information on the Franklin Street Gallery, current volunteer positions or upcoming events and classes, call 607-535-2571 or visit our website.
When:Thursday, September 2, 2010
Where: The Hangar Theatre
On Thursday, September 2, Ithaca Public Education Initiative (IPEI) will host a reception outside the Hangar Theatre starting at 5:30 p.m. before the 7:30 p.m. performance of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee". All are invited for complimentary desserts, lemonade, coffee/tea, and a cash bar as well as an opportunity to gather with others interested in IPEI's “connecting school and community” activities. Theatre tours and fun surprises are planned for this teen and adult-friendly production. Attendees can bring a picnic supper or buy salads or wraps from South Hill teacher and restaurateur BJ Bliss, Event Sponsor, Cayuga Lake Cruises/Hangar Starlight Café. Pre-ordering is encouraged by calling 319-4172. When ordering tickets for September 2 (or any other "Putnam County Spelling Bee" performance), mention IPEI for a $2.00 ticket price discount. For more information, click Here.
SUPPORT GROUP: Survivors Of a Loved Ones Suicide (SOLOS)
When: First Thursday of the month
Where: Cortland’s Beard Building
SUPPORT GROUP: Survivors Of a Loved One’s Suicide (SOLOS). Survivors Of a Loved One’s Suicide support group provides you with a safe, supportive environment for you to talk about your lost loved one. Meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month at 7pm, at SUNY Cortland’s Beard Building, 9 Main Street in Cortland. Please note the new location and new time. For more information please contact Cecile at (607) 753-3021 ex 26 or email her at SOLOSCortland@gmail.com.
When: August 30-September 4, 2010 Where:JM Mcdonald Sports Complex
The JM Mcdonald Sports Complex is pleased to announce that we will be offering the McDonald Hockey School from August 30-September 4. The camp will run from early afternoon through the early evening, Monday thru Friday with optional bonus time on Saturday morning. The focus of the camp will be on learning and having fun playing hockey. Participants will develop their skating, passing and shooting skills. The camp is open to anyone in the Mite-Bantam age groups. The camp will be coached by Don Armstrong and Mike Whittaker, the Cortland, Homer High Schools Hockey Coaches. This camp is a fundraiser to benefit both the JM McDonald Complex and the High School Team. For more information and a sample schedule of the day please visit out website
When: Saturday, September 7th, 2010
Where: Stewart Park, Ithaca
Join Ithaca Beer Company and Cayuga Radio Group on Saturday, September 4, 2010 from 3:00 – 7:00 PM for the 4th Annual Ithaca Brew Fest at beautiful Stewart Park at the base of Cayuga Lake. Sample beers poured by over 40 local, regional, national, and international breweries. Snack on sizzling and savory food from local eateries. Take in musical performances by Sim Redmond Band, Kevin Kinsella, and more! Tickets are $35 dollars advance and $45 the day of. General Admission Ticket includes commemorative Brew Fest glass and drink tickets for 20 2-oz. samples of beers in all tents except VIP tent. All Brew Fest tickets are also available at the following locations: The State Theatre of Ithaca Box Office – 107 West State St. – Ithaca, NY 14850. All Wegmans Grocery Stores through That’s T.H.E. Ticket. The Tasting Room at Ithaca Beer – 606 Elmira Rd. – Ithaca, NY 14850. For more information, click here
When: July 23 - September 5, 2010
Where: The Main Street Gallery 2010 National Small Art Quilt Work Exhibition. July 23 - September 5, 2010. Opening Reception. Saturday, July 24th. 5-8 pm. Light refreshments will be served. The reception is free and open to the public. Click Here to check out sample images! Come celebrate the color and texture of small art quilts from 32 artists. The Main Street Gallery, 105 Main Street, Groton, NY.
When: Saturday, September 11, 2010
Where: Stewart Park, For one day in September, in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of New York State, you will buckle your helmet, put your feet to the pedals, and ride 100 miles closer to a world without AIDS. You'll be cheered, fed, and celebrated for a ride you'll never forget. This 12th Annual Ithaca tradition brings together hundreds of riders, volunteers, and sponsors. The Ride has raised almost $1.5 million for local HIV/AIDS services in its eleven-year history. In 2009, we celebrated the 11th anniversary of the ride and raised over $250,000. This year, facing major state cuts in STAP's funding, we are hoping to be as successful as we have been in the past. For more information Click Here!
When: Saturday September 11, 2010
Where: Inlet Island 'The Country Fair Comes to the Rhine' Saturday, September 11th, 2010 A Street Festival on Inlet Island - noon to 6pm (and later!). The West End Waterfront Festival is a community celebration on Inlet Island and the surrounding area. This unique event begins with a day-long community celebration with music, arts and crafts, theatrical performances, old-fashioned games for kids, fortune tellers and belly dancers. The public will be invited to try and solve a mystery which unfolds in scenes throughout the day; and one lucky sleuth will receive a very special prize. At night, Old Taughannock Blvd, aka: ‘Moonshine Island’ will come alive with speakeasy parties, music, vaudeville performances, costume parties, and games of chance. This year’s festival centers around the theme of ‘The Country Fair Comes to the Rhine.’ With over 25 activities, there is something for everyone to see and do. For info, contact The History center 401 East State Street, Suite 100 Ithaca, New York 14850 Phone: 607.273.8284 ext. 6, Fax: (607) 273-6107 community@TheHistoryCenter.netClick here to go to their website
When: Sunday, September 12, 2010 Where: Corning Community College
The Corning Community College Alumni Association will host Reunion 2010 on Friday, September 10 through Sunday, September 12, 2010. This year’s event will honor classes ending with “0” or “5” although we welcome all alumni and friends. A special invitation is being extended to our honored class of 1960; CCC’s first graduating class, who will be celebrating their 50-year reunion. Gatherings will be offered for affinity groups including student athletes and student leadership participants. For additional information or to make reservations, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at (607) 962-9473 or via email at alumni@corning-cc.edu. A complete listing of events can be found Here.
When: Saturday, September 25, 2010 Where: At the Shops at Ithaca Mall. What do masterfully decorated cakes, a scrumptious cake tasting contest, and much more fun for all have in common? They will all be featured at the second annual CNY Cake Decorating Competition and King Arthur Flour Cake Tasting Contest. This sweet event will be held on September 25, 2010 from 10 AM-6 PM at the Shops at Ithaca Mall in Ithaca, New York. Professionals, adults, even children are welcome to compete at The CNY Cake Competition. It is the mission of the event to find and introduce new techniques and products in cake decorating to everyone who attends. Hurry! You must register by September 15 for the cake competition. Click Here for all the details. Julie Ehrentraut, ehrentrauts@verizon.net, 607-229-4500
When: Summer
Where: Tompkins County Solid Waste Recycle at your Community Event! Tompkins County Solid Waste can help you recycle at your public event. Borrow up to 20 free bins and signs. Call 273-6632 to reserve your bins today. Remember to ask about our event recycling guide. Contact: Nicole Stumpf, Assistant Recycling Specialist Tompkins County Solid Waste Management Division P: 607-273-6632 nstumpf@tompkins-co.orgwww.recycletompkins.org
When: Every Saturday, June - October 2
Where: Tours meet on The Ithaca Commons Tours meet on The Ithaca Commons, just outside the Ithaca Visitor's Center/Ticket Center located outside Center Ithaca. Time: 3pm. Cost: $7. Monthly Full Moon Madness ghost walks(Guided history walks with actors who tell the tales of Ithaca's past) When: Monthly Saturdays closest to the full moon: Next ghost walk: June 26th, July 31st, August 28th, and October 2nd (Apple Harvest Festival). Tours meet on The Ithaca Commons, just outside the Ithaca Visitor's Center/Ticket Center Time: Tours embark at 8pm, 8:15pm, 8:30pm Cost: $13 (Tickets must be purchased in advance from The Ticket Center Ithaca by calling 607.273.4497 For info, call 273.8284
When: Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Where: Ramada Hotel, Binghamton, NY
Growing Health 2010 - Common Ground: Farms Food & Health kicks off with a full day conference on Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 8:30 AM. The conference is immediately followed by an evening local food tasting from 5:30 - 9:00 PM. The event is being held in Binghamton, N.Y. at the Ramada Hotel and Conference Center. Engage with leaders from multiple sectors to explore the dynamic connections between agriculture, food and well-being. Attend the conference, the evening local foods tasting or both events! For more information, call 888.603.5973 or click HERE to go to the website. Conference registration will be available on-line in mid July.
Summer Dancing on the Ithaca Commons
When: Every Monday unitl it gets too cold!
Where: Ithaca Commons Tompkins County Country Dances present Summer Dancing on the Ithaca Commons. Contra, Square, Circle, and Couple Dancing Live music, all dances taught, beginners welcome. EVERY Monday, June 6 until it gets too cold (sometime in late September) 7:30-10pm Ithaca Commons Main Pavilion (Bernie Milton Pavilion). The series is intended for both "regular" dancers and the walk-in public. We encourage passers-by to join in, even if only for a few minutes...and many of them stay for the evening. Music is provided by "Your Friends and Neighbors", an open band for musicians. New musicians are welcome; sheet music is available. If you can walk, you can do it; over the years, even a few wheelchair dancers have joined in! Occasional squares dances are thrown into the mix, and even a few circle dances when the crowd gets big. The evening traditionally ends with a waltz. For more information, photos, bios, or other publicty material, contact: Ted Crane 607.273.8678 site@tedcrane.com
When: Saturday, October 9, 2010 4PM-9PM
Where: Barton Hall, Cornell University Ithaca NY The Gala is a chance for citizens of the United States to come together as a group to say “Thank You” to our Servicemen and Women, Police, Fire Fighters and Paramedics. This event will serve as a national hug (per se) to those who have laid their lives on the line and especially those who have been wounded in battle, either overseas or on U.S. soil. This wonderful event is a fundraiser for the Liberty Lodge, a place for our Real American Heroes to come, rehabilitate while leaving the dusts of war behind them. Liberty Lodge will be able to utilize the proceeds from this Gala to add on to their existing lodge, plus build other larger facilities to take care of these Real American Heroes. Furthermore, they will be able to provide a relaxing setting for our wounded Veterans, wounded Police Officers, wounded Fire Fighters and wounded Paramedics and their families. Also, they will be able to purchase the equipment and hire the help required to further this goal. For more information on-line or call George Wooden at 1-443-206-6121.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays until the end of October
Where: Dewitt Park Ithaca Farmer's Market at Dewitt Park Tuesdays 9 am - 2 pm Thursdays 3 pm - 7 pm Every week 'til the end of October! The Ithaca Farmer's Market is a cooperative with 150 vendors who live within 30 miles of Ithaca, New York. Agricultural vendors grow and offer high quality fruits,vegetables, meats, eggs, poultry and dairy products. Food vendors bring a wide variety of freshly baked goods, jellies, honey, and sauces as well as delicious meals to eat at the market. Many talented artists and craftspeople sell their exceptional, locally made items. www.ithacamarket.com
When: October 22 - October 30, 2010
Where: Arnot Mall
The Food Bank of the Southern Tier announces their 2nd annual Canstruction of the Southern Tier, presented by Mengel Metzger Barr & Co. LLP, will take place at the Arnot Mall from October 22 - October 30, 2010. Groups of participants will compete to build unique structures made entirely of canned foods. For more information, Contact: Melissa Smith at 607.796.6061 ext. 23 or go to www.foodbankst.org
When: Sunday, November 14th at 2:00 p.m.
Where: Ithaca High School's Bliss Gym
Participating in the IPEI 12th Annual Adult Spelling Bee is a great way to improve your spelling and vocabulary skills and have fun at the same time! The Bee has been scheduled for Sunday, November 14th at 2:00 p.m. at Ithaca High School's Bliss Gym. For more information on the Spelling Bee and to register click Here or If you would like to enter a team, please email ipei@ipei.org or call Barbara Holdsworth at 280-2411.
GIAC Saturday Showcase
When: Saturday, July 31 Where: Basketball Court at the corner of Wood St. and Route 13 in Ithaca
The first annual basketball all-stars game will be held at the basketball court at the corner of Wood St and Route 13 at 10am.
Binghamton Mets take on the Reading Phillies
When: Saturday. August 14, 2010
Where: NYSEG Stadium
The Binghamton Mets take on the Reading Phillies at 7:05PM and we have your tickets! All you have to do is come up to the radio station on 1751 Hanshaw Road, Ithaca and while supplies last we'll set you up with tickets! That's it! While supplies last!
