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Ithaca
Wednesday, September 10th, 2025
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Ulysses Philomathic Library will host its Big Library Bash on Sept. 13 at East Main Street in Trumansburg, where families will hear live music from local band Peregrine—offering face painting, a magic show, and snacks—and get library updates. The free event aims to build community ties and welcome patrons of all ages. Tompkins Weekly
- ➤ IthacaTrails.org has been redesigned to offer 75 trail experiences with advanced filtering and real-time trail conditions for hikers exploring Ithaca and Tompkins County—Nick Helmholdt said the new mobile-friendly site helps residents and visitors plan their outdoor adventures. Ithaca Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trumansburg’s Hazelnut Kitchen will close on Thursday, October 30—Chef Matt Hummel said he plans to step back to focus on his family and future plans. The restaurant will reopen on September 18 to serve dinner through Saturday until its final closing date. 14850
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Ithaca School Board voted 5-4 on Sept. 9 to extend superintendent Luvelle Brown’s contract until June 30 as officials stressed the need for stable leadership amid budget challenges. Some community members opposed the vote and asked for more public input—board members said the decision supports future restructuring. Ithaca.com
- ➤ Six Cornell inventors have been selected for the spring 2025 Ignite Innovation Acceleration program—which offers up to $50,000 to advance early-stage projects in robotics, advanced materials, agriculture, biotechnology and AI for medical education and veterinary medicine. The Fall 2025 application cycle opens September 22 and closes November 7 at noon Eastern time. Cornell Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Village of Dryden will hold NY Forward meetings to plan spending $4.5M from a state grant; a public workshop is set for Sept 18 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Fire Department and a planning meeting will run on Sept 23 from 4 to 6 p.m.—all residents are invited to share ideas. Tompkins Weekly
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data from Zumper shows Ithaca apartment rents increased slightly, with August listings reaching a median of $2,425, up 8% from last month’s $2,237—one- and two-bedroom units also rising compared to last year. Ithaca Journal
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2025 Tompkins County Airport Day & Preparedness Expo
All day — Ithaca Tompkins International Airport — Free entry — Celebrate aviation and community preparedness with fun activities and exhibits.
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X Ambassadors Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying sounds of X Ambassadors on their North American tour.
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X Ambassadors Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets from $58 — Experience an electrifying evening with X Ambassadors at this iconic venue.
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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 uplifting vibes while sipping on local cider.
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Celtic Thunder: An Evening of Music
7:30-9 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket information not specified — Experience the greatest songs of Celtic Thunder with a heartfelt reunion.
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Apple Harvest Festival
Sep 26-28 — Downtown Ithaca Alliance Office — Free entry — Celebrate the fall with locally grown apples, crafts, food, and entertainment at this beloved community festival.
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The Front Bottoms Live
7-10 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticketed event — Celebrate a decade of music with The Front Bottoms alongside Sincere Engineer.
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Dart Brothers Live Concert
7-11 p.m. — Bike Bar — No cover charge — Experience the unique fusion of original rock and alt-country by Ithaca's own Dart Brothers.
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Dancing on The Patio
8-10 p.m. — South Hill Cider — $5 - $10 donation suggested — Dance on the patio to DJ Evermix while enjoying cider and food.
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Sammy - Strides for a Cure
11 AM – 3 PM — Stewart Park — Registration closed — Run, walk, and gather to raise awareness for a cure to Alzheimer's Disease regardless of the weather.
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