Good morning, Ithaca.

Job seekers in Tompkins County will meet over 30 local employers at the 29th Annual Skills Job Fair at Hotel Ithaca from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on October 22nd—attendees can also enter a raffle to win a laptop donated by Finger Lakes Independence Center.

A Cornell study finds that STEM professors are sharing more active learning lesson plans to boost student learning after concerns in the classroom.

The team analyzed articles from 2000 to 2022 and noted a sharp rise after 2013 — the research is funded by NSF and shows ripple effects as plans are downloaded worldwide.

Cornell CALS welcomed 20 new faculty this fall to boost its work in purpose-driven science that improves lives in New York and beyond—adding strength to its approach for solving complex challenges.

IC Paint and Sip hosts bi-weekly Tuesday events that let students sit down, paint, and have a drink while making new friends at Ithaca College.

This regular session gives attendees a chance to explore their creativity and connect with peers.

Researchers from Cornell and Donana Biological Station found that birds on four continents use a similar whining call when they spot parasitic birds near their nests — the study in Nature Ecology and Evolution shows that the call blends an innate reaction with a learned warning that may explain steps in language evolution.

Today, two farms in the Owasco Lake Watershed will benefit from nearly $2.5 million in state funding from the Tompkins County Soil and Water Conservation District—funds that will buy new equipment and build infrastructure to reduce nutrient-rich runoff and recycle silage leachate for irrigation. The projects include a manure collection channel with a pumping station and transfer line to a new storage facility and are part of a broader $25 million state effort to improve water quality.

A report released Oct.

3 by a global commission showed that changes in food production and consumption could cut food-related greenhouse gas emissions by more than half. Cornell researchers ran simulations for 2050 — showing that sustainable practices like reducing food waste and protecting ecosystems can ease pressure on planetary boundaries.

The Maryland based tech company TeraWulf secured an 80 year lease to build an AI data center on the site of the old Cayuga power station along Cayuga Lake in Lansing as the town board postponed the moratorium vote until October 15th due to community concerns about the environment and rising utility costs. TeraWulf said it will break ground within the next year and have part of the center running in 2026—residents and local officials remain divided on the plan.

Tompkins County announced a new Amplify grant that offers up to $5,500 for grassroots projects, nonprofits, or small businesses to drive local change using funds from the 2025 budget.

The grant application opened Sept. 16 and ends Oct. 15, and recipients will be announced at the GARE Local Meeting in Ithaca from Oct. 20—22.

Ithaca Mayor Cantelmo set up a five-member citizen advisory committee—tasked with reviewing elected official pay—to study the salaries of the mayor and councilors.

The group will compare current pay with local standards and hold a public hearing before submitting its report.

Local breweries, cideries, and wineries in the 607 area are introducing fall drinks like pumpkin ales and crisp ciders that match the season's change.

Popular spots—such as Wagner Valley Brewing & Vineyards, Finger Lakes Cider House, Keuka Brewing Company, Grist Iron Brewing, Cortland Beer Company, Liquid State Brewing, and Trumansburg wineries—invite visitors to enjoy these seasonal flavors.

Section 4 high school football Week 4 schedule shows that games were played on Friday, Oct 3, including Ithaca hosting Binghamton at 7 p.m.; today, matchups such as Thomas A Edison versus Lansing at 11 a.m. add to the busy day—other teams will compete in planned contests.

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.

Behavioral Economics Workshop with Canishk Naik

11:40 AM - 12:55 PM — Sage Hall - Johnson Graduate School of Management — Check official website for fees — Explore the intersection of psychology and economics with expert insights.

Notorious Stringbusters Concert

5:30-8:30 p.m. — South Hill Cider — Free entry — Experience the earth quakin', hip brakin' sounds of the Notorious Stringbusters in a vibrant community setting.

Blues Traveler Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets from $75 — Enjoy a night with the iconic Blues Traveler, famous for their high-energy performances.

Calya Lea

7 p.m. — The Downstairs — $10/pwyc — Experience a cozy evening with live music in a vibrant venue.

Jazz Mondays with Dave Davies RhythmMakers

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

Kathleen Edwards Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Hangar Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the soulful sounds of Kathleen Edwards as she performs tracks from her latest album Total Freedom.

Modest Mouse Concert

7-9 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Catch Modest Mouse as they deliver their signature sound live after a successful tour with Pixies and Cat Power.

Cornell Big Red Football vs Bucknell Bison

12-3 AM — Schoellkopf Field — Tickets available — Watch Cornell take on Bucknell in an exciting college football matchup.

Dizgo Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — Deep Dive — $14 ADV / $20 DOS — Experience Dizgo’s cosmic sound with a blend of jamtronica, funk, and psychedelic rock.