Good morning, Ithaca.

Local communities in Ithaca will observe Memorial Day tomorrow as flags stay half-staff until noon + local ceremonies honor fallen service members, following a tradition that began in Waterloo in 1866.

Cornell's president Michael I.

Kotlikoff told the Class of 2026 that graduates must build on their education to strengthen democracy during a rainy Commencement on May 23 at Schoellkopf Field, where over 8,000 students celebrated their academic achievements.

Leading with Intention Workshop by Amber Alpizar

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Tompkins County Public Library — Registration required — Equip yourself with tools to lead with compassion and accountability amidst uncertainty.

Stitch Club

1–3 p.m. — Tompkins County Public Library — Free entry — Gather for a creative afternoon of stitching, sharing skills, and working on projects.

Blaque Dynamite Live Performance

7-11:30 p.m. — The Nocturnal Café — $14 adv/$20 dos — Experience Grammy-nominated artist Blaque Dynamite blending jazz, funk, and more in an unforgettable live show.