Good morning, Ithaca.

K-HOUSE Karaoke Lounge & Suites is hosting its second annual Xtreme Spicy Ramen Challenge today at 7pm at Lansing Village Place, 15 Catherwood Road, to raise funds for No Más Lágrimas, a group that has provided food & personal care items to over 100 families weekly since April 2020.

Tonya and Adam Engst were named Tompkins Weekly Hometown Heroes this month for leading the Finger Lakes Runners Club and organizing 17 local races including the Skunk Cabbage Classic.

The couple has built a communications team that promotes an inclusive running culture in Ithaca—helping both new and experienced runners connect.

TC3 and Hobart and William Smith Colleges will sign a transfer agreement at the TC3 campus in Dryden on May 1 at 3 p.m. — the deal guarantees acceptance and a scholarship at HWS for TC3 graduates earning a 3.0 GPA or higher.

New Cornell research shows social media users with disabilities prefer AI tools that clearly explain the type of ableist hate in posts—users said tools that classify harmful language instead of just hiding it build trust.

The study urges platforms to work with the disability community to improve moderation accuracy.

Groton Jr./Sr. High School held its annual National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society induction ceremonies on April 24—where students and advisors celebrated academic growth and service—and honored new inductees chosen for leadership and community work.

At Cornell AES, students in the Cover Crops in Agroecosystems course bury underwear to learn how cover crops improve soil by boosting nutrient cycling and reducing erosion—Professor Matthew Ryan said the hands-on challenge is a key part of the teaching that supports over 40 courses.

Dryden Central School District is hosting a Meet the Candidates night today at the Dryden MS/HS Library from 6-7 p.m.—candidates Mike Hall, Leslie Debo, Christiane Linster, and Christina Cushman will share brief remarks and answer audience questions—ahead of the school board vote on May 20 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Ithaca officials are asking residents to share ideas for renovating the City Hall plaza through a new participatory budgeting program.

The project has dedicated funds and a three question online survey is open until May 19 & will help guide future improvements.

Starting May 7, adult U.S. citizens must show a REAL ID, U.S. passport card or for New York residents, an Enhanced ID—available at the DMV on 3rd Street—to board domestic flights or enter federal sites, and applicants must bring proof of residency, citizenship and a social security number while standard IDs remain valid for non-security transactions.

On April 26, the Ithaca College women’s lacrosse team ended its regular season with a 19-11 win over Skidmore College on Senior Day, finishing with a 10-6 overall record and a 7-3 conference record.

The Bombers advanced to the Liberty League Championship Tournament and played the Vassar College Brewers on April 29 at Higgins Stadium - marking their fifth straight playoff appearance.

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.

Garden Fair and Plant Sale

1-7 p.m. — Ithaca Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore a variety of plants at this annual sale operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension Tompkins.

Jazz Mondays with Dave Davies RhythmMakers

5:30-8:30 p.m. — South Hill Cider — $5 suggested donation — Enjoy live jazz with local musicians while sipping on cider and enjoying food.

Cielle On Solid Ground

6-9 p.m. — La Tourelle Hotel & Spa — Cost not listed — Experience an evening of Blues/Rock surrounded by the scenic beauty of Ithaca.

Nonprofit Budget Basics & Financial Planning Workshop

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Tompkins County Public Library — Check website for details — Enhance your financial acumen to make informed decisions for your organization.