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Ithaca
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Ithaca. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Ithaca Farmers Market will offer $20 FreshConnect emergency coupons on Saturdays in November and December for residents who need help buying SNAP-eligible foods—this is part of a $2 million state effort announced by Governor Kathy Hochul's office. The coupons require no name and may be used with other payment methods until they expire on Dec. 31. 14850
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ South Hill Cider has canceled all live events indefinitely after local neighbors complained about the noise—this follows a recent shift to indoor shows to ease sound issues. The tasting room will remain open five days a week at 550 Sandbank Road, offering cider by the glass, local beer, cocktails, and farm-to-table food. 14850
- ➤ Retailers in New York are setting up for Black Friday on November 28 with early openings—Walmart, Target, Best Buy and others starting at 6 a.m.—and many extending their in-store hours while offering early online discounts. Consumers should verify local store schedules as chains like Home Depot, Kohl's and JCPenney adjust hours for holiday shoppers. Ithaca Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tony Ortiz interviewed IC Associate Professor Daniel Gwirtzman to discuss his connection to dance and his work at the School of Music, Theatre and Dance at IC during a Table Talks session. The interview was filmed and edited by Hannah Coulthurst (with cover art by Kaiden Chandler) to provide insight into his role at the college. The Ithacan
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Finger Lakes Land Trust said the north entrance to Roy H. Park Preserve in Dryden has reopened after boardwalk and trail improvements added an ADA accessible path and expanded viewing platform—bench seating overlooks the scenic wetlands. The 241-acre preserve near Ithaca is now open for visitors. 14850
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Macro Workshop with Anmol Bhandari
11:40 AM - 12:55 PM — Ives Hall — No entry fee — Explore macroeconomic theories and applications with a leading economist in an interactive workshop.
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Béla Fleck Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets required — Experience an evening of innovative music featuring Béla Fleck and his talented ensemble.
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The Wood Brothers Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Tickets available — Experience the soulful folk sounds of The Wood Brothers in the heart of Ithaca.
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A Very Merry Classic Christmas with Jessica Lynn
7:00-8:30 p.m. — State Theatre of Ithaca — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a festive holiday concert featuring award-winning artist Jessica Lynn.
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An Evening with Evan Horne
8-10 p.m. — Kitchen Theatre Company — $20 — Experience the immersive sounds of cinematic-folk artist Evan Horne in an intimate setting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.
~ Carl Jung
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