Monday, June 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Fruit trees in home gardens may not bear fruit when over-fertilizing or heavy pruning uses the tree’s energy for leaf growth instead of flower buds, frost damage kills developing blooms, or poor pollination hinders fruit set—gardeners can boost yields by adjusting care practices like limiting fertilizer near the trees, pruning less, and choosing varieties that bloom later. Local residents are encouraged to make these changes to enjoy better harvests in their yards. Ithaca Journal
SHOP NEWS
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Ithaca Reggae Fest 2025
5-11 p.m. — Stewart Park — Free entry — Celebrate the region's largest natural resource with reggae music and community spirit.
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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 and local flavors at Ithaca's favorite cider spot.
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CFCU Summer Concert Series
5-8 p.m. — Bernie Milton Pavilion — Free entry — Weekly family-friendly concerts showcasing local and regional artists through the summer.
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Project Planning: The Critical Role of Feasibility Studies
12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — Tompkins Chamber — Registration required — Explore the importance of feasibility studies in project planning with insights from a leading architecture and construction firm.
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Waitress: The Musical
July 10–19 — Hangar Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the heartwarming tale of a waitress and talented pie-baker.
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Vintage Clothing and Goods Market
12-4 p.m. — South Hill Cider — Free entry — Explore unique vintage finds while enjoying delicious cider and live music from DJ Dou.
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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 from local musicians while sipping on delicious cider and food.
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