Good morning, Ithaca.

Steamboat Landing is set to welcome back the Ithaca Farmers Market at its waterfront pavilion for the 52nd season on Saturday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.—the Sunday and East Hill markets will open in May while the Tuesday Downtown market date is still to be determined.

On April 10, firefighters rescued two dogs and two cats from a two-story home in Lansing after a fire forced them to use defensive operations—ensuring all four pets were saved.

On April 18, a daylong symposium titled Archives in Transit: TodoSomos and the Venezuelan Migration Crisis will present handwritten testimonies of Venezuelan migrants at the A.

D. White House—organized by Cornell’s LACS Program and featuring Cornell Library experts, representatives from Ithaca Welcomes Refugees, and Venezuelan artists and scholars. A selection of notebooks from 25 ledgers collected in Colombia will be on display to share rare insights into the struggles of nearly 8 million displaced individuals.

At Cornell, four candidates are running to be the next Student Assembly Executive Vice President for the 2025—2026 academic year, and voting opened April 14 and will run until April 21 at noon.

Lucca Caregnato withdrew from the race on April 13.

At least six Cornell international students had their visas revoked by the State Department, according to data from We Are Higher Ed—an action that is part of a national trend affecting over 1,000 students by April 14.

Cornell’s Student Assembly passed a resolution for stronger protections while legal groups reached out to support those impacted.

A student-run club at Cornell works with TST-BOCES students with intellectual disabilities to build communication and life skills that help them become more confident and prepare for work after school — the club meets at 9 a.m. on Mondays for hands-on practice and campus visits.

This program connects peers and offers practical experience that supports each student's transition into independence.

Tomorrow at 6 p.m. at Ithaca City Hall, the Common Council will vote to adopt new FEMA flood maps and update floodplain management regulations—this change will add about 650 homes to the risk list and keep the city in the National Flood Insurance Program.

Residents can attend in person, sign up to speak remotely or submit written comments by 5 p.m.

At Schoellkopf Field on Senior Day, Cornell's women's lacrosse team stunned Harvard with a 13-12 win.

Head coach Jenny Graap said the win puts the team in a strong spot to qualify for the Ivy League Tournament as they will face Penn in a road game on April 19.

Marty Stuart Live

8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sounds of Country Music Hall of Famer Marty Stuart as he showcases his latest album.

Mark Normand Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Prices from $68 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Mark Normand at a premier local venue.

HSC Workshop Series: Collecting Data Effectively

10 AM – 1 PM — Tompkins County Public Library — $70 — Equip yourself with tools for effective data collection and impactful decision-making.

The Dead South Concert

5-7 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices range from $46 to $78 — Experience a night of folk and bluegrass with The Dead South at a historic venue.

17th Annual Spring Writes Literary Festival

May 7-11 & May 15-22 — Community Arts Partnership — Free entry — Celebrate local literary talent with 40 diverse events from readings to workshops.

Australian Pink Floyd Show

8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices range from $64 to $387 — Experience the ultimate tribute to Pink Floyd with an unforgettable live performance.

Little Feat Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Last-minute tickets available — Enjoy an evening of classic rock with Little Feat.