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Monday, May 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Historic Ithaca has named Ithaca native Zachary Lifton as its new executive director after a thorough search — he will lead the nonprofit to protect local landmarks and promote the city's cultural heritage. Ithaca.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The start of spring brings magic to local woodlands as Trout Lily and Spring Beauty bloom briefly before trees leaf out—drawing in insects for pollination. Gardeners are advised to plant bulbs or rhizomes in the fall or after flowering so these delicate wildflowers thrive in well-drained, acidic soil. Ithaca Journal
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Seven athletes from Johnson City, Horseheads, Trumansburg, Chenango Valley, Union-Endicott and Corning have been nominated for Athlete of the Week for May 11—17. Voting stays open until the end of May 22 as fans choose the top sports performer. Ithaca Journal
- ➤ Cornell men’s lacrosse won a close game against the Richmond Spiders last Saturday at Hofstra’s James M. Shuart Stadium — regaining the lead in the final minutes — and the team will play in the NCAA Semifinals on May 24th as they advance to the Final Four. 14850
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Cayuga Trails 50 Mile Ultra Marathon
6 a.m. — Cayuga Trail Parking — Entry Fee $163 — Experience breathtaking trails with aid stations and a chance to win prizes while running through stunning natural landscapes.
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The Evergreen Social: Vintage Goods Market
2-6 p.m. — South Hill Cider — Free entry — Explore unique vintage finds while enjoying tasty cider and live music from DJ Dou.
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Gorges Ithaca Half Marathon
7:30-11:30 a.m. — Black Diamond Trail Trailhead — Registration fees apply — Participate in the 10th annual half marathon that traces a beautiful course from Trumansburg to Cass Park.
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Twilight 5K Run
7-8 p.m. — Cass Park — Register for a fee — Participate in an annual 5K event organized by the Finger Lakes Running Club.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The beauty of a living thing is not the atoms that go into it, but the way those atoms are put together.
~ Carl Sagan
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