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Shaped by glaciers that came and went, riddled with lakes and gorges, Ithaca is at once a transient and deeply-rooted society. The farming families that have cultivated the green fields for generations share food and space with the constant flow of students from all over the world. Many come for the universities, and leave with a part of the area’s vibrant culture remaining with them. Others decide to stay, despite the winter winds and cloudy skies. There is something about this town for the flower child and the physicist, the activist and the businessperson. We find comfort in the bustle of the Book Sale, roar of the Falls, steady rhythm of Cayuga lake, the quiet contemplation from a hilltop. We live here and choose to be present with the wine, local produce, surrounded by images from local artists and natural beauty.
Below are some resources to aid your transition into our beautiful town. You’ll find resources on where to buy groceries, entertainment spots, outdoor activities and much more. Let us know if what you are looking for is not on this list and we'll add it!
Resources:
Some of our local favorites! Ithaca is rich with local artisanal food, music, crafts, and opportunities!
Entertainment
Hanger Theatre - http://www.hangartheatre.org
Kitchen Theatre - http://www.kitchentheatre.org - An intimate setting to witness and
Ithaca Music.com - http://ithacamusic.com - An exhaustive resource for everything music in the Ithaca area.
Cinemapolis - http://www.cinemapolis.org - As good as it gets for your Foreign and Independent film entertainment
Chapter House - http://www.chapterhouseithaca.com
The Haunt - http://www.thehaunt.com
Ithaca Oasis - http://ithacaoasis.com
Shopping
Handwork - http://www.handwork.coop
The Greater Ithaca Art Trail - http://www.arttrail.com - Meet 55 artists, visit 53 studios in the Ithaca area.
Jillian’s Drawer's - http://www.jilliansdrawers.com - Everything from cloth diapers, toys, shoes, strollers, baby carriers, bottles and much much more! On the Ithaca Commons
Mimi’s Attic - http://mimisatticithaca.com - Buy and sell stylish and useful used items for the home
Mama goose - http://www.mamagooseithaca.com - Sell and buy gently used children and maternity clothing
Alphabet Soup - On the Ithaca Commons a toy store for every age
Cat's Pajamas - Toy store, Zutano clothing, and children’s shoes in the Dewitt Mall
Green Star Natural Foods Market - http://www.greenstar.coop/- Ithaca's local food Co-op
Terra Rosa in Community Corners - http://www.terra-rosa.com - Boutique gifts for all ages, stationery, event planning, custom design and printing.
For mommys
Moms-in-babeland group emails on everything that goes on for families in the Ithaca and surrounding areas. send an email to sign up - moms-in-babeland@googlegroups.com
Drop in Children's Center - http://www.dicc.org - A great "by the hour" affordable, quality day care center in downtown Ithaca.
Child Development Council - A great resource for finding child care options in Ithaca. http://www.childdevelopmentcouncil.org
GroceryBeverageGreen Castle Korean Markets - Great Kimchi and other prepared Korean foods
Ithaca Tofu - Homemade tofu, fresh asian produce and grocery, frozen meats,
Win Li Supermarket - fresh meats, fish, asian grocery
Wegmans Supermarket - Great place for all around grocery including international foods, cheese, beers and prepared foods
Tops Markets- Grocery, produce, fresh and frozen foods. Two locations, downtown and uptown Ithaca.
Ludgates Gormet Country Grocery - http://www.ludgatefarms.com - Wonderful little market with fresh and frozen foods, dry goods, the widest selection of olive oils in Ithaca
Ithaca Farmers Market - http://www.ithacamarket.com - Ithaca favorite for seasonal fruits, vegetables, farm raised meats, fantastic array of local handcrafts, and a surprising number of international and local cuisines.
Ithaca Coffee Company - http://www.ithacacoffee.com - Fantastic freshly roasted coffee, gourmet foods, wide selection of coffee and tea accessories, gift baskets, cheese, beer, and housewares. Try Mark's coffee pick- House blend
Gimme Coffee - http://www.gimmecoffee.com - Local roasted favorite in Ithaca and NYC. Two downtown locations for sitting, reading, drinking, or talking.
Sparrows Fine Wines - http://www.sparrowswines.com
Redfeet Wine Market and Spirit Provisions - http://www.redfeetwine.com
Ithaca Beer Company - www.ithacabeer.com
Fingerlakes Beverage Center - www.fingerlakesbeverage.com
Recreation for all ages
Science Center - http://www.sciencenter.org - A great place to spend lots of time for all
ages.
Ithaca Children’s Garden - http://www.ithacachildrensgarden.or
Cayuga Nature Center - http://www.cayuganaturecenter.org
Museum of the Earth - http://www.museumoftheearth.org
Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Sapsucker Woods - http://www.birds.cornell.edu
City and State Parks
Taughannock State Park - http://www.taughannock.com
Robert H. Treman State Park
Buttermilk State Park
Fingerlakes Wine Country http://www.fingerlakeswinecountry.com
Stewart Park
Kayaking
Cornell Outdoor Education
Rentals from Eastern Mountain Sports - you can then start your trip at the inlet by the bridge right be hind the EMS plaza; and start/end at Stewart Park;
Puddle Dockers - http://www.puddledockers.com - Cayuga lake inlet is a calm waterway, enjoyable for kayakers of all levels, you can spend several hours exploring without ever getting very far onto the lake (which can be quite rocky and slow going if it's windy).
Cross country Skiing/hiking
Ski rentals at Cornell Outdoor Educuation and Eastern Mountain Sports
Hammond Hill State forest - (http://www.dec.ny.gov/lands/8204.html) - has many trails for skiing and snowmobiling, for all levels. Very scenic, especially after a heavy snow.
Greek Peak Mountain Resort - http://www.greekpeak.net
Hiking
Six Mile Creek - http://sixmilecreek.org one of our favorite walking areas is Six Mile Creek. Several trails for several levels of hikers. The lower trail follows the creek, and a very accessible trail to all level hikers starts up near the top of Giles street and takes you all the way to the reservoir.
Fingerlakes Trail Conference - http://www.fltconference.org/trails
Cyclists
Cayuga Skin and Cycling - http://cayugaskiandcyclery.com
Finger Lakes Cycling Club - http://flcycling.org
The Bike Rack - http://www.thebikerackonline.com
Runners
Finger Lakes Running Company - http://www.fingerlakesrunningcompany.com
Finger Lakes Runners Club - http://www.fingerlakesrunners.org
Publications
Edible Fingerlakes - http://www.ediblecommunities.com/fingerlakes
Ithaca Child - http://www.ithacachild.net
The Ithaca Journal - http://www.theithacajournal.com
Ithaca Times - http://www.ithacatimes.com
Directories
Ithaca Events - http://www.ithacaevents.com
14850 Dining - http://dining.14850.com
Visit Ithaca - http://www.visitithaca.com