Cinemapolis Founded in 1986 as a single-screen arthouse cinema in the basement of a shopping center, the theater became a mission-driven non-profit media arts organization in 2000 and now houses five screens on Green Street in Downtown Ithaca. Recently reopened to in-person viewing experiences, the…
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Vacations can take elaborate planning, designed to fit everything in or to meet the needs of friends or family. Sometimes, whether you’re a local or just in Ithaca for a long weekend, it can be more relaxing to set off on a whim with no rigid timetable or schedule in mind. That was the case on a…
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It’s no secret that Ithaca is celebrated for its waterfalls, gardens, and scenic views. But there are also several indoor activities worth mentioning! Just because it’s raining outside doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a fantastic day in Ithaca. From eclectic bookstores to a collection of craft…
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Restaurants and Eateries that Transcend Generations Purity Ice Cream: Celebrating its 85th Anniversary in 2021, Purity Ice Cream is quintessentially Ithacan; few from the area can imagine summer days without a cone or sundae in Purity’s distinctive white and red bowls. Operating in the same location…
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Traveling during the pandemic can be a real challenge. The distance of some locales preclude them as options by default. Still others may have a more convenient proximity, but what, pray tell, do you do when you get there? Even before the pandemic, the Finger Lakes Region was a compelling road trip…
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The waterfalls I am going to highlight are Businessman’s Lunch, Cascadilla Falls and Ithaca Falls. All of three are accessible by foot or bike. Just a reminder: It’s always advisable to wear solid, supportive footwear when walking, hiking or wandering trails that lead to waterfalls, where you are…
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Top Accolades for Ithaca Cider New York and specifically Ithaca-area cideries continue to prove their legitimacy as a world-class cider region. From cider competitions to national press, visit and taste what all the buzz is about. Great American Cider Competition 2020 Medals: Nearly sweeping the top…
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As the saying goes, “Ithaca is Gorges”! That’s because there are over 150 waterfalls within 10 miles of Ithaca. It’s not easy to narrow the options down to just 10 Ithaca waterfalls, but it’s certainly a doable number if you have just 48 hours to spare Day 1: Ludlowville Falls, Ithaca Falls…
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Hi! We’re Ashley & Patrick Bohn and we are advocates for universal accessibility throughout all community assets. Below are some places throughout Tompkins County which work well for our family, and a few reasons why. Patrick uses a wheelchair and we have two young children, so we often also travel…
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What if you could park your car and enjoy an entire day of shopping, hiking, theater, music, and dining, all within a four-block radius? The Ithaca Commons – our open-air pedestrian mall – anchors our Downtown district and is surrounded by uniquely-Ithaca attractions within easy walking distance…
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