Good morning, Ithaca.

Monks on the Commons will host its monthly fundraiser tomorrow at the Ithaca Marriott Downtown on the Commons to support Friends of the Ithaca Farmers Market and parking lot renovations — the restaurant will donate 50% of all proceeds and feature guest bartender Brien Bianchi.

Ithaca students and residents can volunteer through Cornell clubs like PATCH and CHRP — joining food drives, community festivals and local events to support groups such as Loaves and Fishes.

This flexible approach lets volunteers get involved on campus or independently using simple online sign-ups.

Robert Sullivan, a leading planetary scientist who helped shape NASA’s rover missions, died Feb.

15 in Ithaca from ALS; calling hours are set for March 8 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Lansing Funeral Home and a memorial service is scheduled March 9 at First Congregational Church—309 Highland Road—.

Ithaca YMCA received a $6.2 million NY SWIMS grant to modernize its aging aquatic center, including a new programming pool and hydrotherapy spa (requiring a 20% match).

Construction will begin this fall and finish in late 2027.

Connected Stitches will host an adult-only Fiber Arts Retreat from June 26 to 28 at Camp Casowasco on Owasco Lake.

The retreat will offer beginner to advanced workshops plus mindfulness sessions and shared room options to build community.

Cornell researchers with TSMC+ASM used a new 3D electron microscope to find tiny 'mouse bite' defects in chip transistors that may slow performance.

The tool offers clear views to help improve chip making.

Cornell Center for Social Sciences has selected 10 faculty fellows for the academic year 2026 to 2027, providing them with course release time and funding to pursue interdisciplinary research on climate change, economic development, and food security at Cornell.

Today the Assessing and Imagining the Impact of Generative AI on Science Symposium begins at Computing and Information Science Building 142 with an AI governance panel.

Panels on equity and policy continue at Gates Hall until March 5—bringing Cornell researchers and industry experts together to examine AI in science.

Tompkins County DSS Commissioner Brittanie Earle explained that updated SNAP eligibility requirements, including revised age limits, went into effect on Feb.

1, 2026 after a federal law change, guiding Ithaca residents on new benefits. It was detailed on 607 News Now.

Michael J. Kelly ’92 and Kristin Miljus Kelly donated $1.2 million to boost menopause research at Duffield Engineering on campus.

The initiative will bring together researchers from Cornell and Weill Cornell Medicine to study menopause using new technology and support promising graduate students.

Spring athletes at Ithaca College are training indoors at the Athletics and Events Center to beat the winter chill while coaches and players prepare for upcoming seasons.

Cornell hockey teams won key games over the weekend at Lynah Rink.

The women's team swept Colgate — winning 3-2 and 3-1 — and will face Yale in Lake Placid Friday, while the men beat St. Lawrence and Clarkson with freshman Caton Ryan scoring in both contests.

Richard Daria Clarinet Faculty Recital

1 p.m. — Hockett Family Recital Hall — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful performance featuring clarinet, oboe, and bass clarinet by talented faculty members.

Sheng Wang Stand-Up Comedy

7-10 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Sheng Wang during his extensive stand-up tour.

Brown University Bears vs Cornell Big Red Men's Lacrosse

12-1 p.m. — Schoellkopf Field — VIP tickets available — Experience top-tier college lacrosse action with exclusive perks and amenities.

The Music of Hans Zimmer

8-11 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Cost info not provided — Experience unforgettable iconic scores led by a pirate from Pirates of the Caribbean.

Raclette for Lunch

12-4 p.m. — South Hill Cider — Cost varies — Enjoy a cheesy alpine tradition paired with refreshing cider at this popular local event.

Paint & Sip with Bob Ross

4-6 p.m. — South Hill Cider — 2 drink minimum — Enjoy painting along with Bob Ross while sipping cider on a Saturday afternoon.

Skunk Cabbage Classic Half Marathon

Time not specified — Barton Hall — Registration fee applicable — Participate in Ithaca’s iconic spring tradition featuring 10K and half-marathon courses through the scenic Cornell campus.