Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Atabey Restaurant and Lounge, co-owned by Janilex and Kevin, opened for takeout on Tuesday at the corner of Seneca and Aurora Streets in Downtown Ithaca. It offers a limited Puerto Rican menu from 11am to 8pm Tuesday through Saturday (including gluten-friendly options and plantain-based specialties like jibaritos). 14850
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Eta Aquariids meteor shower begins tonight and lasts until May 28 with its peak on May 5; locals can watch meteors before dawn + note that a full moon on May 1 may limit views. Ithaca Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cornell men’s lacrosse will face Dartmouth at 3:30 p.m. Saturday in Hanover, New Hampshire. Fresh off a sweep of Duke and High Point, the team hopes a win will bring them closer to hosting the Ivy League tournament while testing their play against a well-coached opponent. The Cornell Daily Sun
- ➤ Freshman goaltender Alexis Cournoyer will transfer to Wisconsin to play for the Badgers in the 2026-2027 season in Madison after his family and adviser agreed the move offered better opportunities; reporters confirmed his decision on Friday afternoon. The Cornell Daily Sun
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Kendall Street Company Concert
7-11:30 p.m. — The Nocturnal Café — $15 adv/$20 dos — Experience an eclectic rock show filled with humor and musical improvisation.
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John Butler Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Experience the rhythmic brilliance of John Butler live as he showcases his latest album PRISM.
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One Night With You: Elvis Dinner Show
6-8 p.m. — K-HOUSE Karaoke & Arts Hub — $35 per person — Enjoy an evening of Elvis' classic songs and storytelling paired with a delicious dinner in an intimate setting.
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The Steel Wheels Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Hangar Theatre — Ticket details available online — Enjoy an evening of live music by The Steel Wheels.
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