Pipeline Project Questioned by Lori Sonken We Negotiate Each Easement with Each Landowner,” Landowners in Dryden and Negus Said

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Your source for local news & events Volume 9, No. 13 • January 26-February 1, 2015 FREE ALSO IN THIS ISSUE… Pipeline Project Questioned By Lori Sonken We negotiate each easement with each landowner,” Landowners in Dryden and Negus said. Freeville are angry about “Why force these nice the $1 offer they received people to spend their money from the New York State and hire their own lawyer Gas and Electric Corp. to specify all the proper (NYSEG) for a permanent things that should go into easement giving the utility the easement?” asked Marcia Fort offers a call the right to use their prop- Lavine. She echoed com- to action on Martin erty to install and maintain ments made by West Luther King Jr. celebra- a 10-inch underground gas Dryden Road resident Sue pipeline, and permission to Stein and others that many ...... page 2 tion sell the easement to third people cannot afford to pay parties. a lawyer to negotiate an “I feel like I’m getting the easement. shaft by NYSEG. They Despite pleas from Sum- ner and Lavine to NYSEG to would give me $1 to tear up Photo by Lori Sonken my property. It feels insult- Bob Pass, regional community outreach and development manager for change the easement tem- ing,” said Stephen Merlin, a NYSEG, answers questions during a hearing in Dryden regarding the plate and a request to talk Freeville resident. He spoke utility’s gas pipeline project. with someone at NYSEG at a meeting on Jan. 15 about modifying the lan- organized by the Dryden Freeville to the Town of if any landowner has guage in the easement, Bob Town Board. After first Lansing. The pipeline requested more than the $1 Pass, NYSEG’s regional hearing from the public, the would tie into existing facil- NYSEG is offering. This community outreach and Personal accounts to be town board turned to ities at Warren Road, where information is confidential, development manager, aired at “People’s State NYSEG’s representatives a new regulator station said Jennifer Negus, real made no promises. “I can- ...... page 3 for a response. would be built to reduce gas estate representative for not comment if we are able of the Union’ NYSEG contends that the pressure in the pipeline to NYSEG’s Ithaca division. to do that,” he said. distribution pipeline is Lansing. Dryden Supervisor Mary If easements are not needed to reinforce the sys- Some opponents are con- Ann Sumner, council- granted, “eminent domain Lane targets state man- tem in Ithaca, to bring cerned that the pipeline woman Linda Lavine and is an option,” said Bovee, power to three new residen- would be used to fuel the councilman Greg Sloan the project manager. He is dates at legislature meet- tial projects and one mixed Cayuga Power Plant in asked NYSEG representa- not clear on how the emi- ing...... page 5 use project in Lansing, and Lansing. But project man- tives to rewrite the ease- nent domain process would to provide new capacity for ager, David Bovee, refutes ment to make it less vague. unfold. NYSEG intends to the future. this. “This pipeline will not NYSEG representatives begin construction this As planned, the seven- be used to reposer the declined to make changes to summer. Letters, opinion ...... page 6 mile-long steel pipeline, Cayuga Power Plant,”he the the form they say is Councilman Sloan ques- known as the Lansing- said. used company-wide, but tioned the tactics used by Freeville Reinforcement Since October the utility they will consider amend- NYSEG to get landowners Project, would carry natu- has been asking about 100 ments proposed by the to sign the easements. He ral gas along Route 34B and landowners to sign ease- landowners. As written, the said residents have told him West Dryden, Farrell and ments granting permission easement requires they were discouraged from Warren roads from an exist- to use land 15 feet from the landowners to retain liabili- hiring a lawyer and were ing connection with edge of the pavement. It’s ty for the pipeline. told that their neighbors Dominion Transmission not clear how many “Each easement is nego- had signed an easement Inc.’s interstate pipeline in landowners have signed, or tiated on a one-to-one basis. Please turn to page 16

Signs of hope in war- torn Kosovo...... page 8 Morey, Snyder in Special Election By Nick Babel him a strong candidate to represent Snyder cites his experience work- the district. “I am a middle-class per- ing with the community. “I have Voters in Tompkins County’s 9th son with middle-class values. I have worked on at least four campaigns and District will choose betwen Repub- always believed that good government have extensive experience meeting lican candidate Glenn Morey, Groton means that the values of the middle and speaking with the voters of the Town Supervisor, and Democrat Neil class will be taken into account when Town and Village of Groton. I have Snyder, also of Groton, in the Feb. 10 legislation is being written,” he says. worked behind the scenes to insure special election to fill the unexpired “I have served the people of Tompkins that elections run smoothly and have term of former Tompkins County leg- County in a variety of roles for years managed three polling sites in islator Brian Robison. and realize that good government Tompkins County for five years,” he Robison resigned at the end of means being able to work with a vari- says. His experience includes provid- Kitchen cast tries living November to accept appointment as ety of people. The legislature is made ing technologies and services to insti- in the past ...... page 9 Tompkins County Undersheriff. The up of a diverse group of people who tutions that include the Federal 9th District comprises the Town of make it their business to work togeth- Reserve Bank, Temple University and Groton and portions of the towns of er. They are inclusive and not exclu- a variety of corporations. He has also Dryden and Lansing. sive when they sit down to craft legis- worked in the financial products and Environmental racism “My experience includes leading lation.” services area. “In Tompkins County I through the years....page 10 the Town of Groton for the last 15 Both candidates have spent many have served the public for eight years years. I bring knowledge of energy years in local politics. “My experience on the front end of a local grocery sourcing, computer technology and as Groton Town Supervisor from 2000 store.” telecommunications as a strategic to present, and village trustee from Both men spoke about their reasons sourcing manager for Cornell 1991 to 2000, will help me at the county for running for this legislature posi- University,”Morey says. “I am a mem- level,” says Morey. Among his accom- tion. ber of the Finance Committee for the plishments as supervisor, he says, are “I want to maintain the same dia- Tompkins County Council of “maintaining a virtually flat tax rate logue that Brian Robison started for Governments’ Health Insurance that is actually lower than what it was the needs and benefits for the rural Consortium, I am chairman of Groton 15 years ago,” keeping the Town of community of District 9. Our needs Youth Commission and serve on the Groton debt-free and maintaining a are not the same needs of the larger Groton Community Council. All of healthy fund balance, updating communities in Tompkins County.We the positions I have held require the Groton’s zoning and land use laws to require more work in infrastructure ability to interact with diverse groups protect property rights and obtaining such as roads, agricultural needs such and to communicate effectively.” $900,000 in housing grants to benefit as getting the product to market and Snyder says that his values make low to medium income homeowners. Please turn to page 16

A Call to Action at MLK Celebration By Sue Henninger However, when she saw people come together in cities and towns “In Ithaca, let us all be dissatisfied to peacefully protest these events, until the reality in our 10 square she experienced a sense of pride miles is one of justice, equality and and relief, believing that there is a humanity,” said Marcia Fort, direc- new civil rights movement on the tor of the Greater Ithaca Activities horizon, one that will be coordinat- Center (GIAC), to a cheering crowd ed by committed young adults. at GIAC’s annual Martin Luther Fort also cautioned the multigen- King Jr. Community Breakfast. erational audience not to let them- Fort, the keynote speaker of this selves be distracted by media cover- year’s event, was introduced by age of events relating to race or longtime friend Audrey Cooper, civil rights, because it often focuses who recently retired as director of on the “wrong things.” the Multicultural Resource Center She also cited two troubling inci- in Ithaca. Emphasizing that Fort is dents in the Ithaca area, one in a frequently requested speaker on which African-American teens had topics like diversity, leadership, a negative encounter with local inclusion, and oppression, Cooper police “that changed their view of added that Fort has been the recipi- this community and their place in ent of numerous awards over the Photo by Sue Henninger it,” and another where her friends, years, including the New York State Marcia Fort, director of the Greater Ithaca Activities Center, was the keynote speaker at a gay couple, were harassed down- Harriet Tubman Humanitarian GIAC’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Breakfast. town based on their sexual prefer- Achievement Award. ence. It’s crucial to bear witness Fort’s community service isn’t arms outstretched to help anyone they see black men murdered, sub- when these things happen, Fort told limited to her 24 years of work at in need.” ject to violence, or disrespected. listeners, emphasizing the impor- GIAC, which will soon come to an Fort’s speech focused on race She recalled that when there tance of everyone in the communi- end when she steps down. She’s relations, both national and local. were no indictments following ty standing and speaking up when also served on the boards of organ- Martin Luther King Jr. has been Michael Brown’s death in wrong is being done to others. izations such as the Johnson dead more years than he was Ferguson, Missouri, or in Eric For years GIAC staff have done Museum at Cornell and Hospicare allowed to live, she noted, but he Garner’s case in New York City, just that, supporting, empowering, and Palliative Care Services. would understand the hurt, anger she, too, felt like she “couldn’t and advocating for the children in According to Cooper, Fort is always and despair that many African- breathe” and that black and brown their care, she concluded, to “warm, kind, and fair, with her Americans continue to feel when lives didn’t seem to matter. resounding applause. Fort’s speech was one of many inspirational moments in the morning’s celebration of the popu- lar civil rights leader’s birthday. Facilitated by master of cere- monies Jody Herbert, the 2014 celebration was based on a timely and relevant quote from the King’s book “Stride toward Freedom: The Montgomery Story”: “This is no time for apathy or complacency. This is a time for vigorous and positive action.” Musical and literary performances emphasized this call to action, from the tiny Pee Wees exuberant rendition of “I Want to Walk a Mile in Your Shoes” to recitations of original poems by students coupled with readings from well-known African-American poets such as Langston Hughes. The final musical selection, sung by the Baptized Church of Jesus Christ choir and featuring two outstanding soloists, was an entreaty to “Look to the Hills.” There were 286 entries in the Tompkins County Office of Human Resources’ poster contest, “What Would MLK Say Today?” Winners will receive cash prizes and public recognition in a ceremony on Feb. 6 and their artwork will be on display at the Tompkins County Public Library during Black History Month. The 2014 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Peacemaker Award was present- ed to the Cornell Office of Comm- unity Relations. Director Gary Stewart noted that much of the office’s success with taking a proac- tive, rather than reactive, stance on race-related issues could be attrib- uted to GIAC’s committed director. Though Fort still has six months to go before her official retirement, this was her last MLK Jr. Breakfast as GIAC’s director. For her, it was a bittersweet morning. “When Audrey [Cooper] introduced me and people stood, that was an emotional time for me,” she says. “GIAC was the best job I could ever have. We were made for each other.” However, she acknowledges that it’s good to leave her position feel- ing that her time there was a job well done. The major renovation project is complete, and Fort finds it exciting to look around her and see younger people stepping up to Please turn to page 11 2 Tompkins Weekly January 26

Personal Input Sought on State of the Union By Eric Banford affect me? We’re all connected, what affects you affects me,” he In what is being touted as a “new said. Simmons suggests that story national civic ritual,” more than sharing is a vital way to deepen 150 story circles are being hosted that connection. “I think we need throughout the U.S. between Jan. 23 stories of people getting through and 30 to give voice to the “People’s really deep philosophical differ- State of the Union.” A local gather- ences in order to make things bet- ing will be held in Ithaca at The ter for everyone. That behavior is Space (700 W. Meadow St.) from 6:30 not being modeled in Washington to 9 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 30. um DC right now, and not really in our The community is invited to culture. We need to know what it is come together to enjoy free refresh- to listen to each other, to move ments and music, and to share per- toward listening, engaging and sonal stories about their own expe- inviting,” he says. riences of life in this nation. “We’ve lost the thread of how The national action is organized what we do to someone or for some- by the U.S. Department of Arts and Photo by Lois Ingr one affects us,” continues Culture (USDAC, not a government Talking circles like this one will take place at the Peoples State of the Union gathering Simmons. “It affects you in pro- agency), a people-powered organi- in Ithaca on Friday. found ways when someone is suf- zation seeking to mobilize creativi- Ithaca, but it’s nice to connect with Simmons, who was the guest fering. So how can I, with love or ty in the service of social justice. something larger at a national speaker at the Martin Luther King with reasoning, make things better All the stories shared in the circles level. It’s part of a national Jr celebration held Jan. 19 at for this person, and by extension, will be submitted as recordings and response to what’s going on in the Beverly J Martin School, cited the myself ? I think there is something notes to the USDAC, and then a country, and what we want to see story that King shared in his “I’ve to be said for the idea that listening diverse group of poets from across change.” Been to the Mountaintop” speech, is a key. And when we all deal with the nation will use these stories to The local gathering will start when King speculated that the the same questions in that story write the “2015 Poetic Address to with snacks, music and socializing, priest and the Levite did not stop to circle, I think it will be fun. the Nation”. This be performed and and then will break up into groups help a seriously injured man Because it’s not just about coming broadcast live on Feb. 1 in New of six to 10 people. “Each group will because they were worried about up with answers, it’s also sharing York City. have a facilitator and a scribe, and what would happen to them. “If I ourselves with each other. And The local event is supported by there will be a prompt that every- stop to help this man, what will hopefully everyone in that room Cornell Cooperative Extension of one will respond to,” organizer Jen happen to me?” said King. “But will be connected with one or two Tompkins County, the Civic Keller Jensen explains. “It will be then the Good Samaritan came by, more people afterward.” Ensemble and the Multicultural important that everyone’s story is and he reversed the question: ‘If I The event is open to all but space Resource Center. Volunteers will given equal weight, and that every- do not stop to help this man, what is limited. To reserve a spot send facilitate the story circles to make one really listens to each other. It’s will happen to him?’” your name and email address to sure everyone’s voice is heard. In- really about hearing your neigh- Simmons then asked the audi- [email protected], or sign kind donations (especially food), bor’s experience, and then adding ence to consider another angle. “If I up online at http://ccetompkins volunteers and organizational your voice into the pot. don’t help this person, how will it .org/story. sponsorship/outreach are welcome “We get the same stories over and for this community-driven event. over from the news cycle,” notes USDAC’s website asks, “What if, Finger Lakes Museum Trail Established Jensen, “and there are so many once a year, we could all speak and The Finger Lakes Tourism offering a chance for trail visitors other stories to be told. There are so listen to each other? What if We the Alliance is partnering with nine to visit each participating museum many people in our community People reflected in our own commu- museums, attractions or historical location to win an overnight stay working on difficult situations, and nities on the condition of our cul- houses to create the new Finger for two at a bed and breakfast or if we can sit in a room and tell our ture and the state of our union Lakes Museum Trail, aimed at inn located in the region. personal stories, it will be a good locally, nationally and globally? enticing visitors and residents The “Winter Adventure” promo- way to connect with each other.” What if we could supplement the alike to explore the rich history tion will run through June. A visi- After the story circles, there will President’s stories with our own?” and culture within the Finger tors guide with “Winter be time to talk and reflect, stories “This is a really great excuse to Lakes region. Adventure” discount details is will be shared with the whole get together, break bread, connect, The partnership is a project of available at each participating group, and an undetermined cre- and get to know your fellow com- the Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance facility, as well as other locations ative group activity will take place. munity members,” says Godfrey (FLTA) and the Steuben County across the region. “Hopefully poetry or art or a song Simmons, an organizer of the event Conference and Visitors Bureau, For more information on the will come out of creative group co- and an actor and director with based in Corning. Finger Lakes Museum Trail, go to creation from the stories that cat- Civic Ensemble. “It feels like a lot of To kick-off this new endeavor, www.FingerLakes.org/Museum- alyzed participants, things that these talking circles happen in the Finger Lakes Museum Trail is trail.com. intrigued them,” Simmons says.

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Chili Cook-Off Set to Heat Briefly... Up Downtown Ithaca IPD to host Citizens Police Academy The Great Downtown Ithaca Chili returns for its sixth year of facial Cook-Off is set to take place on perfection. This Facial Fashion Ithaca Police Chief John R. Barber has announced that the Ithaca Police Saturday, Feb. 7 (with a blizzard Expose' is a competition open to the Department will be hosting a Citizens Police Academy from Feb. 25 date of Feb. 8), from 11:30 a.m. to 4 public to show off their finely craft- through April 15. The goal of the eight-week program is to create a better p.m. with more than 45 different ed facial hair. Contestants should understanding of the daily activities of police officers who serve in the tasty chili products available for meet at the main Chili stage at 3 Ithaca community, to strengthen the relationships with the community sampling. p.m. to enter the contest for the and the officers and to enhance the police services that are provided to the Among this year’s entries hoping grand prize mustache trophy and Ithaca community. to take home the coveted Chili V.I.P. chili tasting tickets and other The course is a combination of lecture and interactive activities which Trophy for best chili many Ithaca prizes. will give a firsthand look at the department’s functions, resources, and area restaurants featuring new Children love chili, hot cocoa, programs. Along with the IPD instructors, the Cornell University Police twists on classic chili. Ticket hold- bounce houses and face painting. Department and the Tompkins County Sheriff ’s Office will also be providers can cash in on samples at every These are all available indoors at ing instructors to the police academy. turn, such as new chili cupcakes Center Ithaca during Chili Cook- The Citizens Police Academy will be held at the Ithaca Police from Felicia’s Atomic Lounge, local off. While the adults take a few min- beer and wine samples from utes to rest their legs, the kids can Department, 120 East Clinton Street, except where noted. Acceptance into Bandwagon Brewpub, Six Mile warm up using the extra chili tick- the program is subject to a check of the applicant’s background and refer- Creek, Three Brothers Winery and ets at the inside Bounce House and ences. The program ise limited to 20 attendees and preference will be other libations. Face Painting by Cami booths. given to those who live or work in Tompkins County. Participation in the Ticket sales begin Feb. 1 at the Another Chili Weekend events is program is free. following locations: The Downtown the Finger Lakes Comedy Festival, Applications are due by 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 6, 2015. Applications as Visitors Center on the Commons running from Thursday, Feb. 5 well as additional information on the IPD Citizens Police Academy can be next to 15 Steps; Collegetown through Saturday, Feb. 7. found at www.cityofithaca.org/234/Ithaca-Police-Department. Bagels (Collegetown, East Hill and The comedy festival features a Downtown); and the Downtown stand-up comedy competition, Ithaca Alliance (DIA) office located stand-up comedy showcases and an Office for Aging to Offer ‘Transitions’ in Center Ithaca. improv show. The competiton will The cost is $5 for five tickets and consisit of 20 comedians who will The Tompkins County Office for the Aging has received a $223,365 grant $10 for 11 tickets. V.I.P. passes cost face- ff to see who will become the from the New York State Balancing Incentive Program Innovation Fund to $20 for 10 tickets ($40 for 22) and FInger Lakes Comedy Festival fund a Transitions Program to serve high risk Medicaid beneficiaries. come with a sassy chili necklace Champion. Grant funds will be used to offer services to Medicaid beneficiaries while supplies last. The V.I.P. pass The winner of the competition upon discharge from local hospitals or skilled nursing facilities to assist allows patrons access to a separate will receive the FLCF trophy,a cash with the transition from facility to home. The overall goal is to improve fast-moving V.I.P. line. In order to prize, and a future paid gig. patient health outcomes, reduce avoidable hospital admissions, and avoid waiting to purchase tickets, Winners to be decided by audiences enable individuals to manage their health conditions successfully at the DIA encourages attendees to and professional judges. Tickets home. purchase their tickets in advance. are available at participating ven- The Transitions Program grant will be administered by the Office for In addition to the numerous tasty ues including Big Times Barber- the Aging, with program implementation by Visiting Nurse Services of and unique chili offerings, this shop, Lot 10, Kilpatrick’s Public Ithaca and Tompkins County and CAP Connect. Other participating clin- year’s cook-off will feature a Chili House and The Chanticleer. For ical partners include Cayuga Medical Center, Schuyler Hospital, Idol karaoke competition with a ticket information visit: www.2fun- Beechtree Care Center, Cayuga Ridge and Seneca View, as well as CAP pri- trophy and cash prize for the win- nyent.com. mary and specialty physician practices. ners, wine and beer tastings, and For more information about the Upon discharge from the hospital or skilled nursing facility, Medicaid the famed hot pepper showdown. Chili Cook-Off visit downtownitha- beneficiaries participating in the Transition Program receive one or more The chili mustache competition ca.com. home visits by a registered nurse, which includes review of discharge instructions, medication reconciliation, disease/diagnosis-specific teaching, follow up with primary care physicians, and referral to additional community supports. Crossword Competition Announced Tompkins Learning Partners of Ithaca announces the word lovers’ event of the season, the third annual Finger Lakes Crossword Competition on Saturday, March 7, from 2 to 5:30 pm in the Boynton Middle School Cafeteria. Individuals, or teams of up to four, are invited to compete for prizes in one of three levels of difficulty. Puzzlemaster Adam Perl, whose puzzles have been published in the New York Times, will once again create three original crosswords for the event. This year’s event will also include a silent auction, live music, a 10 minute comedy (about words), raffles and drawings, and an author presentation. The pre-registration fee is $40 per person, or $150 for a team of four, but thanks to generous supporters, some complimentary spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, to register yourself or your team, and select your puzzle’s level of difficulty,visit our website TLPartners.org or call 607-277- 6442. All proceeds will be used to support Tompkins Learning Partner’s adult and incarcerated youth literacy programs.

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Lane Sets the Tone for County Legislature By Tompkins Weekly Staff to “vote against budgets that con- Economic Development, and Revitalization Program to support tain unreasonable, unfunded man- Dooley Kiefer will lead Planning, a feasibility study, in collaboration In his annual message to the dates to be paid for by county resi- Energy, and Environmental with the City of Ithaca, regarding Tompkins County Legislature on dents’ property taxes.” He said the Quality. Two special committees— relocation of the New York State Jan. 20, Legislature Chairman county legislature “must constant- for the Old Library and Charter Department of Transportation Mike Lane said challenges for the ly apply the necessary pressure to Review—both are led by Lane. facility located on the Cayuga Inlet. year ahead come in the context of get real changes made in this unjus- Leslyn McBean-Clairborne will The Legislature accepted the grant county residents’ needs. tifiable travesty.” continue to lead the county’s award last year, but the county’s Despite a statistically low unem- Laned noted that he has asked Workforce Diversity and Inclusion contract with the state was not yet ployment rate, many members of a the legislature’s Budget, Capital Committee. executed before year’s end, but “shrunken middle class” are under- and Personnel Committee to pro- Lane’s full remarks are posted on should be early in 2015. employed, stuck in entry-level jobs, vide leadership in the push-back the legislature website at Legislators requested that state and struggling to meet their fami- against unreasonable mandates www.tompkinscountyny.gov/files/l officials representing Tompkins lies’ basic needs, he said. “We need and restrictions from New York egislature/2015%20Chairs%20Rem County sponsor and support legisla- more good-paying jobs,” he addeed, State. arks%20V2.pdf. tion that continues the authority of along with workforce training to The legislature’s committee the county legislature to extend the ensure those jobs are filled with structure remains the same for Homeland Security Grants additional 1 percent local sales tax well-qualified county residents. 2015, with seven standing commit- The legislature authorized accept- in Tompkins County beyond its As part of his message, Lane also tees (Budget, Capital and Person- ance of some $350,000 in New York scheduled expiration in November cited New York State officials for nel; Economic Development; State Homeland Security grants on 2015. unfairly saddling counties with Facilities and Infrastructure; Gov- behalf of the Department of Authorizations have been request- what he called New York State’s ernment Operations; Health and Emergency Response. ed and renewed since 1991. “smoke-and-mirrors gimmick of Human Services; Planning, Energy, The money will be used to com- Expiration of the sales tax would mean the loss of $10.8 million in rev- real property tax cap legislation,” and Environmental Quality; and plete local projects, including enue. now in its third year, while state- Public Safety.) Many committee enhancement of the computer- There was discussion of the Gov. mandated programs, such as leadership positions, however, have aided dispatch system with a “text- Andrew Cuomo’s proposal for a tax Medicaid, must be paid through changed. to-voice” incident response paging rebate for some property owners in counties’ real property taxes, Legislature Vice Chairman Jim module; an update of the system’s taxing jurisdictions that have met instead of the broad-based state Dennis will continue to chair the “Pictometry” mapping integration the tax cap. County Administrator income tax. Budget Committee, Peter Stein will system; procurement a web-based Joe Mareane told legislators he “Seventy-four percent of Tomp- remain head of Health and Human Emergency Operations Center plans to prepare a briefing memo on kins County’s real property tax Services. Dan Klein was named management software system; and the issue. goes directly to pay those mandates chairman of Government Oper- the purchase by the Sheriff ’s Office Five residents expressed deep that we do not control,” he noted. ations, and Nate Shinagawa chair- of a scenario-based virtual training concern about the proposed West “Meanwhile, roads, bridges, law man of Public Safety. Dave simulator system for law enforce- Dryden Road pipeline and NYSEG enforcement services, youth, elder- McKenna will assume the chair- ment and emergency management statements made at a recent public ly, health, library, and mental manship of Facilities and Infra- agencies. meeting held by the Dryden Town health programs, to name a few, all structure, while continuing to lead In other other business, coun- Board. Legislator Martha suffer from lack of proper fund- the Broadband Subcommittee, ty lawmakers approved an adjust- Robertson, who attended that meeting.” reporting to government Opera- ment to the 2015 budget to apply ing, and several other legislators Lane called upon state legislators tion. state grant funding received also expressed concern during the to stop their “hand-wringing” and Martha Robertson will chair through the Local Waterfront subsequent discussion. Sheriff’s Dept. Offers Overview of Hornbrook Rd. Incident Before the Tompkins County Legislature’s Also among those speaking was Cady’s widow, armored Bobcat to breach the building were all Public Safety Committee on Jan. 12, Tompkins Melissa Cady, saying she doesn’t hate police, but used as tactical approaches, but none succeeded County Sheriff Ken Lansing and other officers questions leadership. She said that her husband in getting Cady to come out. who responded to the four-day incident on was suicidal and needed help. The aim throughout, Lansing sid, was to get Hornbrook Road in the Town of Danby provided In the detailed presentation spanning nearly the suspect out of the house safely, and to not a detailed recap of the events that began when an hour-and-a-half, Lansing and other officers use any deadly physical force against him, even barricaded subject David Cady fired at police provided a detailed summary and timeline of though that would have been justified by law. during an attempt to serve a felony DWI arrest the events that transpired over the three-and-a- Legislator Martha Robertson, a member of Dec. 30, and ended Jan. 2, when Cady was found half days, based on information that the Sheriff the committee, thanked the Sheriff and officers dead inside the residence from a self-inflicted said is available at this time. Some of that infor- for the presentation. “I suspect there are still gunshot wound. mation, such as a full coroner’s report, has not unanswered questions, but I believe this is an Committee Vice Chairman Jim Dennis, who yet been received. important first step in getting information out had requested the presentation, noted that there Lansing said that the operation was handled to the public,” she said. have been few incidents in the county such as by a group of individuals experienced with this A video file of the Public Safety Committee this, and expressed hope that the discussion will type of operation—including those who assisted meeting is now posted on the County Meeting convey valuable information that will result in from other agencies. As part of the presenta- Portal at the following direct link: http://tomp- benefit for the future. tion, critical incident negotiators reported that kinscountyny.iqm2.com/Citizens/SplitView.asp About 50 people attended the meeting and, there was considerable negotiation with Cady, x?Mode=Video&MeetingID=2210&Format=Age prior to the presentation, a dozen of them spoke, and ongoing attempts to communicate, but that nda. many expressing concern and several asking for he did not respond and leave the residence. Questions may be e-mailed to Legislature investigation. Danby Supervisor Ric Dietrich Officers said armored vehicles were deployed, Chairman Michael Lane or Vice Chairman Jim who requested an independent review of the both to protect responders from gunfire and Dennis through the Legislature Office at legisla- incident’s after-action report. from the cold, and that tear gas, robots, and an [email protected]

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Former Addict’s Actions Are Inspiring By M. Tye Wolfe week by saying her story,in which a young person undergoes the duress Around the turn of the decade, I County Seat of both prison and addiction before reported in this column that my graduating from Cornell last friend had an elderly client angry there are no cameras. I saw more crossed paths during Celeste’s month, was largely possible that no one was talking about the narcotics interactions in three drug-seeking years. We knew Keri because she is white. county’s “elephant in the room.” months in Ithaca’s bars than in two could be in prison for a long, long “When she was talking about My friend imitated the old woman, years hanging around Las Vegas time. race, she was aware of white privi- opening her eyes wide and screach- clubs. Last summer, while Celeste was lege, but not as much as she is having, “It’s heroin!” After I stopped drinking in 2007, going through her own personal ing been to prison,” Celeste said. What would some biddy know my own set of friends changed to hells, having been in and out of “In one case,” Blakinger wrote, “I about Ithaca's problems? Quite a teetotalers and I haven’t been to a rehab, she heard from Keri again, watched prison officials send a lot, as we would all discover. bar since. But among this group, but not for the reason she was black inmate to solitary confine- I had already been wondering if some were falling fast to opiate expecting. Keri was working for the ment for wearing her pajamas at 10 there was not a heightened use of addiction, though I would only Ithaca Times. She had served 21 a.m. Apparently, there was a little- narcotics locally since returning to know the extent—and pain—of it months in the joint but had gotten known rule prohibiting inmates the Ithaca area in 2007. As someone later. her act together to the extent she from wearing pajamas after a cer- tain hour, despite the fact that they who works in the media it is I wrote a column about my the- was working and studying at the looked nearly identical to regular inevitable I interact with everyone sis, but the local arrest rate did not same time. And she wanted to interstate-issued clothes. I never even corroborate me—at least initially. view Celeste about her own prob- from mayors and sheriffs to those thought about when to change out Then I read one of several heroin lems with addiction. So I turned the freezing to death in what used to be of my pajamas, so I’m sure I wore the Jungle. And, if you didn’t know arrest stories that shocked me. As I tables a bit, and asked Celeste about them after the appointed hour, too. already, addiction can get you recall it, there was a very young Keri. But nobody ever troubled me about whether you were born with a woman carrying five figures worth “I am so proud of everything she it, let alone sent me to solitary. spoon of silver or lead. of dope. Instead of being discreet, has accomplished and so proud she There were many times that black For a few months in 2007, I hung she somehow called so much atten- continued to pursue her dreams by inmates were hassled for things around a lot of bars all over the tion to herself that she got pinched. drive and ambition,” Celeste said. that white inmates weren’t.” county.Not to impugn the owners of In Collegetown, because she was a “She was very intelligent, worldly, Besides doing the Herculean our local gin mills, but some of Cornell student! knew a lot about different sub- work of self-healing, Blakinger is their establishments, whether they I suspected she was not so much jects.” one of the growing army out to know it or not, are hubs for drug a dealer as an addict in over her But Ivy League prestige does not destroy the myth of a post-racial trafficking. head. The amount of dope was inoculate against disease. “When America. These are actions that There are places where connec- enormous. she was a junkie she was like any inspire a deep sense of admiration, tions are made, liquid courage “I know her,” my friend, “Celeste” junkie,” my friend said. and a hope she is heeded. imbibed, and transactions are con- said, acknowledging that she and Blakinger made headlines writ- M Tye Wolfe is a columnist for ducted in the bathroom, where the student, Keri Blakinger, had ing in the Washington Post last Tompkins Weekly. Finding the Right School for Your Child By Andrew Campanella while also seeing how the students in the classes respond to their If you’d like to send your child to a Opinion teachers. Ask yourself: Is this a different school next year, now’s the place where I’d want to send my time to start the process of individual experience that will be list. You might be able to find schol- child for most of his or her week- researching your options. unique to every family. arships to cover the costs of day waking hours? As New York prepares to com- However, parents can start by tuition. And for some families, Finally, make sure to talk with memorate National School Choice making a list of the attributes that online learning and homeschooling other parents—and to your own Week later this month at 470 events they hope to find in an ideal school. work best. children. Ask parents how the across the state, and nearly 11,000 Ask yourself: what’s most impor- To find the options available to schools’ administrators treat par- events nationwide, many parents tant to you and to the academic, you, look at information from the ents, and whether they welcome, or will begin evaluating the educa- social, and emotional well-being of New York Department of Educa- discourage, parental involvement. tional opportunities that are avail- your child? Is it the academic per- tion, as well as information on And most importantly, ask your able for their children. formance of a school, school safety, state-based education reform or children about their perceptions of Believe it or not, seats in schools the instructional methods, the school choice organization web- the schools that you’ve visited. are already beginning to fill up for qualifications of teachers, the sites.For a directory of most Find out what excites and moti- the 2015-16 school year. Interest in school’s educational theme, a schools in your area, along with vates your child at school, but also school choice—the process of school’s shared values, or other fac- parent rankings and some perform- ask about their worries, concerns actively choosing a public, charter, tors? ance metrics, parents can visit this and apprehensions. magnet, private, or online school— Once you’ve identified what mat- website: greatschools.org. Making the decision to change is high. That means that waiting ters most, start looking into the With your list of requirements schools certainly isn’t easy. And until the spring or the summer to options available to you. In addition and your list of schools in hand, switching schools isn’t a piece of begin researching schools for your to the local public school, you may start making appointments to visit cake, either. But if you start now, children could restrict your be eligible to send your child to a the schools. Ask to sit in on classes, and plan out the journey,you’ll find options. school outside of your zip code, or and make sure to ask as many ques- that the destination is well worth No handbook or tip sheet can in a different school district. Look tions as possible of teachers, the the diligence and effort. truly guide parents through the into nearby charter schools and administration, and support staff. Andrew R. Campanella is the entire process of selecting a school, magnet schools. Don’t leave private You’ll want to find out what moti- president of National School Choice because choosing schools is an and faith based schools off your vates the adults in the building, Week, which runs from Jan. 25 to 31.

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Trumble Named IHS Principal At a special meeting on Jan. 21, the Superintendent Luvelle Brown Ithaca City School District Board of said, “We were in the early stages of Education approved the reassign- a national search process for the ment of Jason Trumble from Chief next principal of Ithaca High The word on the street from around Administration Officer to principal School. All things changed when of Ithaca High School. Trumble has Mr. Trumble walked into my office StreTompkinset County.Beat been serving as the leader of Ithaca and asked to stay.From my perspec- By Kathy Morris High School since the previous tive, no search process would have principal, Jarrett Powers, left in revealed a more committed, quali- Question: Ho w do you make friends with some- October. fied, and talented educational one who’s different from you? “I am enjoying serving as the leader for our community.” instructional leader of Ithaca High Brown added, “Mr. Trumble’s School. My relationship with stu- reassignment concludes the search dents, their families, and this staff, process as he will be vacating the along with the engagement in con- “Ask lots of questions.” role of Chief Administration tinuous improvement efforts, prompted me to request that Dr. Officer to serve as a tenured princi- - Katie Baildon, Ithaca Brown and the Board of Education pal. I am confident that the school’s allow me to continue on in this role positive momentum and exemplary on a more permanent basis,” performance will continue among Trumble said in a statement. the staff under Mr. Trumble’s lead- Trumble began his career at ership,” Ithaca High School in 1992, serving Opportunities will be available for 11 years as a social studies for community members to engage teacher and cross-country and in two-way dialogue with Trumble track coach. He served nine years regarding Ithaca High School’s cur- as an associate principal and prin- rent and future instructional and cipal of Boynton Middle School operational initiatives. Details before becoming Chief Secondary regarding dates and times will be Officer in 2012. shared when available.

“By talking, trying to under- Food Bank Marks Milestone stand their stories.” The Food Bank of the Southern looking ahead at ways to more - Camille Andrews, Ithaca Tier has announced that 2014 was a effectively address the sobering record-setting year for the organi- need of 1 in 4 Southern Tier resi- zation’s hunger relief efforts in the dents who receive assistance from region. the Food Bank each year. For the first time in the Food An important change in 2015 will Bank’s 34-year history, over 10 mil- be the expansion of the Food lion pounds of food were distrib- Bank’s Mobile Food Pantry (MFP) uted to neighbors in need by the program. The number of MFP dis- Food Bank and its network of part- tributions serving seniors will “Go to where they’re comfort- ner agencies including Broome more than double this year to better able.” County based affiliate CHOW.. reach a population that is often lim- The Food Bank’s ability to in- ited in access to traditional food - Bob Rossi, Ithaca crease distribution is a credit to a pantries. new, larger facility opened in 2011, Beginning mid-year, the MFP the expansion of its volunteer pro- program will also significantly gram, significant growth in direct expand evening and weekend dis- service programs including the tributions to better reach food inse- BackPack Program and Mobile cure populations with weekday Food Pantry, as well as a partner- employment. ship formed in 2012 with CHOW to For more information about the better serve the highest need Food Bank of the Southern Tier, or County in the Food Bank’s service to learn how you can make a differ- area. ence in the fight against hunger, While this record is an important visit www.FoodBankST.org or call milestone, the Food Bank is already 607-796-6061. “I go to people, shake hands, engage them in conversation. The priest in church tells us YMCA Launches Annual Campaign ‘People we meet are a message from God.’” Ithaca YMCA launched its Annual provided financial aid to over 2,021 Campaign earlier this month, with children and families at a value of - Thomas Blaser, Ithaca campaign chairpersons are Richie $160,000.This is why we are deter- Moran and Meg Keilbach. mined to raise the money necessary This year’s goal is $120,000, an to support our mission,” said amount needed to meet the needs Frank Towner, CEO. of the YMCA’s Open Doors Additional fundraising events Send your question to Street Beat . If we choose your question, you’ll Scholarship program. The Open include the annual YMCA Kionix receive a gift certificate to GreenStar Natural Foods Market. Go to Doors Program welcomes all to Golf Outing, Tri for the Y www.tompkinsweekly. com and click on Street Beat to enter. apply for financial assistance Triathlon, and the newest addition toward Y membership and pro- of a 5K fun run on the Y property grams. on Route 79 in November 2015. As a result, youth, adults, sen- To to be a part of the Y campaign iors, and families are receiving the as a supporter or volunteer, or for Theresa Sornberger Massage Therapy support, guidance and resources more information, go to www.itha- needed to achieve greater fitness caymca.com or call 257-0101, and and well-being. ask for Frank Towner. “Our Y is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 The YMcA is located at 50 charity organization that last year Graham Road West, Ithaca.

Historic Ithaca to Host Presentation Bryan McCracken, Historic Preservation Planner for the City of Ithaca, will speak on “My House is in a Local Historic District in Ithaca—What Focusing on Relaxation and Therapeutic Massage using: Does that Mean?” during a presentation on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 1 p.m. at Swedish, Deep Tissue Therapy, Trigger Point Therapy, Historic Ithaca. He will lead a discussion and answer questions from homeowners, busi- Reflexology, Hydrotherapy, Prenatal, Elder. ness owners, and others who want to learn more Ithaca’s historic districts Hot Stone and Medical Massage. or who are planning to add on or repair their buildings. The event is part of Historic Ithaca’s ongoing Preservation Basics Gift Certificates Available, Referral Discounts series of programs and workshops. It is free, with donations welcome. New York State Licensed Massage Therapist Historic Ithaca is located at 212 Center St. For more information call Christine O’Malley, Preservation Services Coordinator, 607-273-6633, or Locations in Freeville and Newark Valley email [email protected] . By Appointment: 607-227-7337 or [email protected]

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Recovery in Kosovo a Work in Progress

By Rebecca Reeves morning, but for as far as I could see there were the bright colors of While serving recently in Macedon- red, white and blue. I learned later ia with the Peace Corps, my that every year in the capitol there Country Director announced that is a festival with free concerts as a the Peace Corps would be opening way of thanking the U.S. for its in the bordering country of Kosovo. help during the war. We had been prohibited from going My initial reaction was, “That’s there until a year or two before, so so nice!” But the more I thought immediately I was interested. I about it, the more it perturbed me. knew very little about the war they It’s been 15 years since the war had seen 15 years ago with Serbia, ended, and they are still so grateful only that America had helped them for the help that ended it. considerably while President I’ve never seen a war, but I’ve Clinton was in office. seen the aftermath of it, and if I was in the dual-language pro- there’s one thing I could bring back gram, so I learned both Macedon- to tell everyone it would be this: ian (a Cyrillic language) and War is not what you see on televi- Albanian at the same time during sion in the news, and war never pre-service Training. I figured goes away. Sure, the generations of since Kosovo was so close and war eventually age and fade away, Photo by Rebecca Reeves spoke Albanian as the national lan- but I can say first-hand that the bat- Children play hopscotch with the Peace Corps’ first group of volunteers in the village of guage it wouldn’t be a significant tle scars are never erased. Hodonoc, Kosovo. transitioning process. Plus, the war When you wage a war, you had ended 15 years ago. change a society.You change a men- that lives on to tell the names of the world. One of the most powerful things tality.A war never ends because the those who fought, while other Kosovo is a resilient country, I saw in my 39 months serving in culture will always reflect it. War is graves go unmarked, undiscovered. only six years young but striving the Balkans was right before not something that just stops once a They may not be featured on the and slowly progressing. In the Thanksgiving. I was on my way to side has “won”. Everyone has a news anymore, you may not hear wake of such a tragic history work, turning the corner onto the story to tell, every place has a mem- the names again, but they’re still Kosovo is a symbol of hope, a role main plaza when I saw hundreds of ory of a hero or the sacrifice of a out there etched in stone when the model for other post-conflict coun- American flags. It was a dreary life, every tombstone is a witness television is turned off. tries struggling to find their way. Every day as I walked to work The people have conquered their Ithaca Rotary Shares the Warmth down the main plaza in Prishtina I past and made themselves stronger The Ithaca Rotary Club, which wrapped up its 22nd annual Share the read the wall graffiti. Even after 15 from it. They help each other, open Warmth campaign in mid-December, has announced that 548 Tompkins years there are still missing-per- their homes for those in need and County households, including 841 adults and 557 children, were the happy sons posters, lost family members. welcome visitors as though they recipients of winter clothing donations made to the program. One question was spray-painted on were family members. More than 4,000 items were picked up, collected, and sorted by volun- walls all over the city: “Where is Sometimes it’s easy to forget the teers for distribution through the Samaritan Center of Catholic Ukshin Hoti?”—a political leader horrors of war and its long lasting Charities. The effort was aided by volunteers from Ithaca Rotary Club, gone missing. effects when we’re removed from Trumansburg Rotary Club, Cornell University, Ithaca College, Tompkins The Newborn sculpture, which is the situation. We’re fortunate Cortland Community College, Finger Lakes Re-Use, and the Samaritan the word “newborn” is painted a enough not to know what life dur- Center of Catholic Charities. different theme every year to signi- ing or after war is like, but it’s For more information about Share the Warmth, email Loralyn Light fy the rebirth after the devastation important to never forget what it is at [email protected]. of war. Last year was all the flags of doing every day to other countries.

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You Can Go Home Again By Sue Henninger me.”) is deep and wide. Fortunately, there is an eventual resolution. “Count Me In” by Rachel Thanks to Jeremy,Rachel’s danc- Lampert, Kitchen Theatre, ing skills and confidence grow by through Feb. 1; 272-0403, leaps and bounds. Not only that, www.kitchentheatre.org. but after 25 years of waiting for him, Toby (Avery Sobczak in his The Kitchen Theatre begins the Kitchen Theatre Company debut) New Year with a multi-genera- finally appears for Rachel during tional production written by artis- the séance. The way he dances back tic director Rachel Lampert. The into her life, reminiscent of the latest in a series of career-long eternally youthful Peter Pan, is one plays about her own life, “Count Me of the most captivating moments of In” stars Lampert, features com- “Count Me In”. poser Larry Pressgrove and is Tyler M. Perry’s wizardry with directed by Emily Jackson. the scenic design and lighting of Costume Designer Hunter the windows in Rachel’s living Kaczorowski and Sound Designer room combines seamlessly with Lesley Greene enhance both the Toby’s sheer vitality, exuberance, characters’ appearances and the and dancing skill (also choreo- mood within the framework of the graphed by Tucker Davis). Their play. encounter is a poignant reminder Photo by Dave Burbank The opening scene finds the to Rachel of who she was back then Rachel Lampert, Keith Pillow, Lydia Gaston and David Squires are featured in “Count Me actress Rachel (Lampert) in her and who she is now. When she In” at Kitchen Theatre Company. comfortable living room, talking blurts out, “You haven’t changed,” about her upcoming 50th high and her old friend responds “I Her performance allows the audi- she’s seeking from both the past school reunion. She describes a haven’t, but you sure have!” older ence to imagine her journey from and about the future is incredibly class of over-achieving, super-com- audience members may find them- an awkward high school girl nick- touching. petitive kids from Brooklyn, all selves nodding along empathetical- named “Roach” to the confident, Though Toby’s appearance may bound for the Ivy League and ready ly. successful woman she is today. only be a figment of her imagina- to bowl over anyone who dares to Lampert plays herself beautiful- Rachel’s stubborn belief that call- tion, as the more practical Leda get in their way. ly,with just the right mix of sophis- ing Toby back from the dead will and Sam assert, to Rachel he is real “I had an awful time there,” tication, humor, and vulnerability. somehow give her the answers Please turn to page 16 Rachel confesses, turning compul- sively to her Apple computer, even as she’s complaining about the virtual bombardment she’s been sub- jected to ever since her bossy class- Family Medicine Associates mate Susan was able to track her down. Half-paralyzed, half- of Ithaca LLP intrigued by various classmates’ snarky emails, the beleaguered Rachel says, “Who are these peo- Welcomes Carol Dao Berlin, MD ple?” It soon becomes apparent that one of the reunion committee’s Accepting New Patients goals is for Rachel and her high school dance partner (still among the missing) to recreate one of their memorable dance numbers for their classmates. Ambivalent to say the least, Rachel nevertheless signs up for ballroom dancing lessons with Jeremy, a muscular dance teacher clad completely in brown. Tucker Davis as Jeremy dances expertly and is soon putting Rachel through her almost forgotten paces, beginning with a slow waltz, graduating to a sprightly tango, and ulti- mately attempting a challenging tap dance. In the midst of all this activity, a reunion that Rachel is actually looking forward to occurs. Two old dance friends Sam (Keith Pillow) and Leda (Lydia Gaston) arrive to drink, to reminisce and gossip about their dancing days in Rachel’s theater company, and to hold a séance to try to reconnect with their dear departed fellow dancer,Toby. Leda, a spunky Filipino woman is petite and stylish with a razor- Robert Neil Alan Lloyd Sharon Mike sharp wit. Sam, a gay man in a com- Breiman M.D. Shallish M.D. Midura M.D. Darlow M.D. Ziegler M.D. Choi M.D. mitted relationship, is natty, charming, and insightful. Though Nurse Practitioners: Tina Hilsdorf, RN, NP-C; Debra LaVigne, RN, NP-C; Judy Scherer, RN, FNP the three are remarkably different individuals, as a group they have a Liz Gebhart, RN, NP-C; Sandra Brown FNP-C WHNP-BC wonderful chemistry, one that J makes you want to call up your old- Board Certified American Academy of Family Physicians est and best friends and schedule a J Minor surgeries performed in office J FMA Physician always on call similar get-together. J “Aren’t we lucky?” Rachel asks, Accredited diagnostic laboratory as the wine and conversation flow, Please visit our website at www.fma-ithaca.com and Sam replies, “It’s remarkable we made it this far.” Lampert’s real- Now scheduling new patient appointments, life husband, David Squires, also makes an occasional appearance as immunizations and back to school physicals. the fictitious Rachel’s adorable, long-suffering, right-brain hus- Mon-Thurs 8-9, Fri 8-5, Sat 9-2. Call 277-4341 band, also named David. The con- trast between the reunion Rachel is On-Site Laboratory • Same Day Sick Visits enjoying and the one she’s ambiva- Two Ithaca locations: Downtown: 209 W. State St., just off The Commons lent about attending (“This milestone feels more like a tombstone to Northeast: 8 Brentwood Dr., just off Warren Rd.

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Environmental Racism Prompts Activism By Richard W. Franke and books. In the U.S. the environ- Navajo activists achieved a similar the findings of overrepresenta- mental justice movement discov- victory that same year. tion, including those in urban This is the latest installment in our ered that Title VI of the 1964 Civil In 1996 local grassroots organiz- areas, were statistically signifi- Signs of Sustainability series, Rights Act contained language for- ers in Pensacola, Fla., convinced cant. organized by Sustainable bidding discrimination in projects the EPA to relocate an entire com- Furthermore, a detailed statisti- Tompkins. Visit them online at using federal funds that they could munity of 358 African-American cal study using 2000 census data www.sustainabletompkins.org. use as the basis for lawsuits, but and low-income households living and the (then) newer GIS location In the introductory column on legal challenges were not the only next to a toxic wood treatment software made it possible to statis- environmental racism and sustain- devices used to oppose environ- plant. In 2006 activists welcomed tically validate a key finding of the ability published here on Dec. 8, it mental threats. the opening of the 32-acre Los 1987 report: “race continues to be a was noted that a key moment in Thousands of mostly anony- Angeles State Historic Park, a pro- significant and robust predictor of the movement for environmental mous activists set up local meet- posed site for warehouses. commercial hazardous waste facil- justice came in 1987 with the publi- ings, wrote letters and press Also in 2006, after 13 years of lit- ity locations [even – RWF] when cation of the United Church of releases, got petitions signed, igation, the black residents of socioeconomic and other non- Christ Commission for Racial made phone calls and led marches Warren County, N.C., whose strug- racial factors are taken into Justice’s “Toxic Wastes and Race and sit ins—working in nonviolent gle had brought the concepts of account.” An established statisti- in the United States.” This report ways to pressure local govern- environmental racism and envi- cal technique called “logistic put the issue of environmental ments and/or companies to clean ronmental justice into mainstream regression” further showed that racism before the public in a new up dangerous toxic waste facilities circles, finally won their case for all the race indicators were statis- way. and sites and/or to stop imple- compensation and assistance in tically significant. There was another significant menting harmful practices. In 1992 relocating from their poisoned The 2007 20-year update report environmental report that year— there were about 300 people-of- neighborhood. The poison came includes a chapter with a scathing the UN World Commission on color environmental justice organ- from an adjacent 142-acre landfill and detailed attack on the lax and Environment and Development, izations active around the country. where PCBs that had been illegally incompetent government response published by Oxford University By 2011 the number had risen to dumped along North Carolina to Hurricane Katrina’s devastation Press under the title “Our more than 3,000. roads were being deposited. in southern Louisiana in 2005. As Common Future.” This is more In 2007 the United Church of Most of the news, however, was C. J. Correa Bernier of the UCC informally known as the Christ Justice and Witness not so positive. The overall “find- Environmental Justice Office Brundtland Report, after its chair- Ministries updated their 1987 ings” section of the 2007 report reminded readers in the preface, person, Gro Harlem Brundtland of exposé by issuing a 160-page docu- concluded that 9.2 million “… the environmental justice Norway. Because of this report the ment titles “Toxic Wastes and Race Americans “are estimated to live movement is a dynamic one, a con- word “sustainability” entered at Twenty: 1987–2007.” It listed sev- within 3 kilometers (1.8 miles) of tinuous struggle …” At the nation- mainstream scientific and academ- eral victories by local environmen- the nation’s 413 commercial haz- al level that struggle came of age ic circles. tal justice activists and organiza- ardous waste facilities.” Of those, during the 1990s, leading to several After 1987 both environmental tions. In 1988 “Mothers of East L. 5.1 million (56 percent) were people important political developments. racism and sustainability grew A.” defeated construction of a of color, whereas in areas not so Watch for another installment in rapidly as topics of conferences, huge toxic waste incinerator in close to the facilities, people of this story in a future Signs of reports, scientific journal articles their community. In Dikon, Ariz., color were only 30 percent. Sustainability report. The data and analysis in the Richard W. Franke writes about report indicate that the overrepre- the history of sustainability. He is sentation of people of color in the professor emeritus of anthropology more polluted zones was either at Montclair State University, a res- equal to or possibly even greater ident of Ecovillage at Ithaca and a than 20 years earlier when the 1987 board member of Sustainable report had been issued. Several of Tompkins.

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New Leadership at the Triad Foundation Ihtaca-based Triad Foundation Inc., from the University of Hartford in profile of Triad since 2013, Jeff Controller John Dentes will con- a Roy Hampton Park Family 2002 and a B.A. in journalism from True has also been promoted to tinue responsibility for accounting Legacy,has announced the appoint- Kansas State University in 1996, she Communications and Program and human resources. Prior to ment of Melinda Oakes as its new also attended the University of Director. True, who earned an joining Triad, Dentes was executive director. New South Wales School of MBA from the Johnson Graduate Treasurer and Controller at Wells President and Chairman Roy H. Language in Australia in 2005. School of Management at Cornell College and prior to that, he served Park, Jr. noted, “Having approved As a member of the Ithaca com- University and a BA from the as Vice President of Operations grants of $7.5 million in the Ithaca munity Oakes serves on the boards University of Notre Dame, has been and Treasurer at the Boyce community and New York State in of the Sciencenter and the Ithaca active in business and community Thompson Institute for Plant 2014, we are proud to bring on expe- Women’s Opportunity Center, and service in the Ithaca community for Research. He earned both his MBA rienced professionals and promote as well as being active with St. over 30 years. and BS degrees at Cornell staff as our organization grows. John’s Episcopal Church, was Caitlin Schryver’s position has University. We are pleased to have Melinda join chairman of the Cayuga Medical been redirected to the critical and Triad Foundation Inc. honors the Triad Foundation since her Center Foundation’s Gala fundrais- expanding role of Chief Investment the legacy of the late Roy H. Park background in business, public er in 2014. Officer. Schryver, who joined Triad to encourage Americans to take relations and non-profit work expe- Park also announced that former in 2007, is a Roy H. Park Fellow who advantage of the opportunities rience makes her a natural fit for Director of Grants Administration, earned her MBA from Cornell’s offered by our country and his this role.” Stephanie Parente has been pro- Johnson Graduate School of commitment to democracy and Oakes has served 15 years with moted to associate director.. Management in 2001. She also free enterprise, religious liberty the well-known Danish toymaker Parente joined Triad from the Park holds an AB from Princeton and freedom of thought, and to LEGO Company Inc. with national Foundation in 2003 where she had University and will continue to be broad access to education and and global responsibility for its served since 1995 as Grants assisted by Lauren Crimmin, employment. marketing, licensing and promo- Manager. Linda Swan, with a back- Triad’s Investment Analyst. Aside from national grants, tional divisions. Prior to that she ground in accounting, has also Joining Triad in 2004 as an Triad’s regionally based grants worked with Kansas City-based joined Triad as Grants Assistant Administrative Assistant, Isabella focus on a wide range of issues in Hallmark and at the Hartford Civic working with Parente. Corina has also assumed additional the three home communities of its Center in Hartford, Conn. As the executive in charge of responsibilities for systems coordi- directors in Ithaca, as well as in Receiving a masters of education communications and the public nation and compliance. Charlotte, N.C., and Tampa, Fla. Ithaca College Business School Maintains Accreditation The Ithaca College School of ter’s degree programs in business class sizes that allow for signifi- studies, and MBA degrees in busi- Business has maintained its administration in 2005. To main- cant engagement between students ness administration and profes- accreditation by AACSB Inter- tain accreditation, programs must and faculty. These are all qualities sional accountancy. national, the Association to undergo a rigorous review every that shape and define the educa- The School of Business is Advance Collegiate Schools of five years, demonstrating a contin- tional experience for our students. housed in the Dorothy D. and Roy Business. Considered the hallmark ued commitment to the 21 quality These qualities, along with our H. Park Center for Business and of excellence in business educa- standards relating to faculty quali- new initiatives, suggest an excit- Sustainable Enterprise, the first tion, AACSB accreditation has fication, strategic management of ing future for the business school.” facility for a college or university been earned by less than five per- resources and interactions of facul- The school offers bachelor of business school in the world to cent of the world’s business pro- ty and students as well as a commit- science degrees in accounting and earn LEED (Leadership in Energy grams. ment to continuous improvement business administration (with con- and Environmental Design) “It takes a great deal of commit- and achievement of learning goals centrations in corporate account- Platinum certification. ment and determination to earn in degree programs. ing, finance, international busi- For more information on the and maintain AACSB accredita- “The positive AACSB accredita- ness, management and marketing), Ithaca College School of Business, tion,” said Robert D. Reid, execu- tion decision validates the excel- a bachelor of arts degree in legal visit www.ithaca.edu/business. tive vice president and chief lence of our School of Business accreditation officer of AACSB and is a testament to the commit- International. “Business schools ment of the faculty and staff who must not only meet specific stan- lead our programs and initia- dards of excellence, but their tives,” said James Simpson, the deans, faculty and professional school’s interim dean. “The report staff must make a commitment to of the AACSB review team empha- ongoing continuous improvement sized our clear mission-driven cur- to ensure that the institution will riculum design, the depth of stu- continue to deliver the highest dent involvement in the life of the quality of education to students.” school, a culture of faculty The school earned initial accred- involvement in continuous itation of its bachelor’s and mas- improvement of the school and

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Tompkins County Community Calendar... 387-6666. Karate, 5:30-6:30, Kwon's Champion School, 123 recovery program for anyone suffering from food obses- VOICES Multicultural Chorus Rehearsal, 7-9pm, Ithaca Commons, Martial arts classes for all ages, chil- sion, overeating, under-eating, and bulimia. Info. 607- 26 Monday Ithaca Unitarian Church Annex, 2nd floor, 208 E. Buffalo dren and adults, Never too old or too young. Info., 351-9504. AA, 9am, 518 W. Seneca St., Ithaca, Main Floor, Info., St., Ithaca, VOICES is a NO AUDITION choral project of [email protected]. Free GED classes, Tompkins Workforce NY, 5:30pm- 387-5701. the Ithaca Community Choruses singing songs from Karate for Adults and Children, Emphasizing natural 8:30pm; GIAC, 9am-12noon; Call 257-1561 to register. All Saints Bingo, 6pm, All Saints Church, 347 Ridge diverse & ethnic choral traditions. Come at 6:30 to reg- focus, discipline, personal enrichment and perform- GIAC Open Lounge, 3:30-6pm, 301 West Court Street, Rd., Lansing, 533-7344. ister or on line at http://ithacacommunitychoruses.org/g- ance. Instruction classes for students, as young as, 3.5 Ithaca, Game Room, Video Games, Open Gym & Field Caroline Food Pantry, 6-7:30pm, Brooktondale voices. years old. Official Seishi Honbu Karate, 15 Catherwood Trips. Community Center, 524 Valley Road, Brooktondale, 3rd Watercolor Painting, 10am, Ulysses Philomathic Road, Ithaca, (607) 277-1047 www.seihijuku.com. Head Over Heals Gymnastics Unstructured Play- Monday’s, Info., 539-9928 or 539-7930. Library, Trumansburg. Knowledge is Power, 6pm, group for those who have Time, 10-11am, Sept9-June26, 215 Commercial Cortland Youth Center, Open from 12-9pm. Info: Winter Sprouts, 10:30-11:30am, Mama Goose, 430 been in abusive relationships, For info., 277-3203. Avenue, Ithaca,This open gym time is for parents and www.cortland.org/youth or call 753-0872. West State Street, Ithaca. No need to pre-register and Lifelong Schedule: 9:00 – 12:00 PM, Morning children to play together. An adult must accompany chil- Drawing through Time, 2pm, Museum of the Earth, donations accepted. Watercolor Studio (Susan Zehnder); 9:00 – 12:00 PM, dren on the equipment. Ages 6 months - 5 years old. Trumansburg Rd., Ithaca. Cool down with drawing Women's Self-Defense, Mondays 7-9PM, Special per- Open Computer Lab/Discussion (Earl Kaiser); 10:15 – Pre-Registration is not required; Info., 273-5187, through times ice age series. Info., www.museu- sonal defense and safety training workshops for women 11:15 AM, Senior Seated Stretch and Tone – www.headoverheelsgym.net. moftheearth.org. and teen girls only. Professional instruction, confidence, Trumansburg Library (Caryn Sheckler); 11:30 –12:30 Homemade Dinner, Eagles Club, 161 Cecil Malone Dryden Kitchen Cupboard, 11-12noon, Dryden practical techniques, body language and performance. PM Tai Chi, Lansing Community Library, Auburn Road Drive, Each Wednesday Night 5-7 PM Presbyterian Church, 6 North St., Dryden. Every Monday, Seishi Honbu, 15 Catherwood RD. Ithaca, (607) 277- (John Burger); 12:00 – 3:30 PM Afternoon Art Studio Homemade Meal for $8per meal, Dine in or Carryout, Info., 844-8321. 1047 www.seihijuku.com. (Susan Zehnder) ; 4:30 – 5:30 PM Kundalini Yoga (Caryn Open to the public and Families welcome, Info., 607-272- Dryden Senior Citizens Lunch at the Dryden Fire Hall. Zen Meditation Practice, Every Monday 5:30-6:30pm, Sheckler) 2670. Lunch is served at 12:15pm with announcements at Anabel Taylor Hall, Cornell, founders Room. Sponsored Loaves & Fishes Community Kitchen, 5:30pm, St. Ithaca College Faculty recital by bassist Nicholas 11:45 am. Please bring your own table service. The meal by the Ithaca Zen Center. Prior sitting experience or John's Church, 210 N Cayuga St., Open to all, no limita- Walker; 7 p.m., Hockett Family Recital Hall, Whalen cost for members is $7, $8 for non-members. attendance of an orientation session required to partici- tions or requirements. Info., www.loaves.org. Center. Emergency Food Pantry, 2:30-4:30pm, Tompkins pate.For information or to schedule an orientation, con- Out of the Closet and Onto the Screen at Ithaca Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard, 1:30-3pm, Salvation Army, Community Action, 701 Spencer Rd., Ithaca. Provides tact Tony @ 277-1158 or Marissa @ 272-1419. College, showing of “The Paper Mirror,” a short docu- 150 N. Albany St., Ithaca. Every Wednesday, Info., 273- individuals and families with 2-3 days worth of nutritious mentary capturing the collaboration between artists 2400. food and personal care items. Info. 273-8816. Alison Bechdel and Riva Lehrer; 7 p.m., Textor 103. Ithaca Rotary Club Luncheon, 12:15pm, The Country Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA), 7- Pet Loss Support Group, 7-8:30pm, 316 Court St. in Club, 189 Pleasant Grove Rd., Ithaca. Speaker: Jacob 8:30pm, 518 West State St., Ithaca, FA is a free 12-Step 27 Tuesday Ithaca, 4th Tuesday of each month. Jane Baker Reisch: Audiarchy today; The public is welcome to recovery program for anyone suffering from AA, 9am, 518 W. Seneca St., Ithaca, Main Floor, Info., Segelken, MA, LMSW & Cathie Simpson, Ph.D., For infor- attend, cost is $14. Info., at www.ithacarotary.com. food obsession, overeating, under-eating, and bulimia. 387-5701. mation call Jane Baker Segelken at 607-351-2740 or Ithaca Veterans Acupuncture Clinic, 5pm, Ithaca Info. www.ithacacommunityrecovery.org. Abovoagogo Classes, Abovoagogo Art Studio, 409 W. Cathie Simpson at 607-273-3063, or email petloss- Community Acupuncture, free "ear" acupuncture for all Free GED classes, Tompkins Workforce NY, 5:30pm- Seneca St., Ithaca, Mixed up Media, 3:30-4; Arte en [email protected]. On-line pet loss support group avail- US Veterans and their families. IVAC takes place every 8:30pm; Call 257-1561 to register. Espanol 4:30-6pm; Info., 262-6562 or visit abovoa- able at facebook.com/home.php#!/ Wednesday evening. Info., www.ithacacommunity- GIAC Open Lounge, 3:30-6pm, 301 West Court Street, gogo.com. group.php?gid=166532380028244. acupuncture.com or call 607-319-5454. Ithaca, Game Room, Video Games, Open Gym & Field Anonymous HIV Testing and Counseling, 1:30- Preschool Storytime, 10am, Groton Public Library, Iyengar Yoga with certified Instructor Kathy Morris. Trips. 3:30pm, Tompkins County Health Department. Every September-May, Stories, crafts, songs, special guests, Open class, all levels. Fine Spirit Studio, 201 Dey St. Grandparent’s Group, 6:30-8:30pm, Family & Tues/Thurs., call 274-6604 to schedule an appointment. games, free. Info., 898-5055. Ithaca, 5:30-7PM. Info: [email protected]. Children’s Service, 127 West State Street. Supportive Astrology Learning Group, 6:30-8pm, Crow’s Nest Preschool Story Time, 1-2pm, Lansing Community Lifelong Schedule: 8:00 – 9:00 AM Enhance Your and educational support group for grandparents who are Cafe, above Autumn Leaves Bookstore on the Ithaca Library, 27 Auburn Road. Different theme each week. Fitness - Lifelong, 119 W. Court St, Ithaca (Frank raising their preschool & school-aged grandchildren. Free Commons. This group meets each week through Ithaca Free and open to the public. Dangelo); 8:30 – 9:30 AM Enhance Your of charge. Meet’s 4th Monday of the month. Childcare Freeskool. Rescue Mission Food Pantry , 9am-11am, 618 West Fitness - Juniper Manor (Caryn Sheckler) ; 10:00 - 11:00 can be provided, register 273-7494. Baby & Toddler Playtime, 11:30am-12:30 p.m. State St. Ithaca, Baskets available at the Rescue Mission AM Chair Yoga - Lifelong, 119 W. Court St, Ithaca (Caryn Groton Library Book Club, 6pm, Groton Public Library, Tompkins County Library, Thaler/Howell Room. Food Pantry consist of three meals a day for three days Sheckler); 10:15 –11:15 AM Enhance Your Fitness, meets every 2nd Monday of the month. Info., 898-5055. Belly Dancing, 7:30-8:30pm, CSMA, 330 E. Martin for each person in the family. Info., www.htctc.org. Dryden Veterans Memorial Home, 2272 Dryden Rd. (Jan Harmony Falls Women's A Cappella Chorus, Luther King Jr./State St., Nathanielsz Dance Studio, Sciencenter Preschool Program, 10:30am, Robinson).1:00 – 12:00 PM; Football: The 2014 College rehearsals 7- 9pm every Monday at TBurg Seneca Rd Drop-ins welcome, Katharyn Howd Machan. Sciencenter, 601 1st St. Toddlers, preschoolers and and Professional Seasons (Ralph Jones and Tom Rohrer); Baptist Church. Women of all ages and singing ability Board & Card Game Night, 6-9pm, Unwind Cafe, their caregivers can enjoy a story & hands-on activity. 1:00 – 2:00 PM Senior Seated Stretch and Tone- invited to their special Summer Sing program. Ithaca Mall, We'll bring games on a rotating basis or Included with museum admission, toddlers (0-2) free. Juniper Manor (Caryn Sheckler); 1:00 – 3:30 PM www.HarmonyFallsChorus.com. bring your own favorite to play! Enjoy the great food, www.sciencenter.org., 607-272-0600. German (Gertrude Vrabel); 1:00 – 3:30 PM Crafting Hatha Yoga, 6-7:30pm, Ahimsa Yoga Center, Dewitt drinks & friendly atmosphere of the cafe. Open to the Seven Valley Chorus, 7pm, First United Methodist Circle-Needlework & Quilting (Joyce Cox & Eniko Farkas); Mall, Ithaca, Information and additional class schedules public. Church, 734 Rt 222, Cortland, Those who love to sing 2:00 – 3:00 PM Enhance Fitness®- McGraw House at www.ithacayoga.org. Boy Scouts Troop 55, Ellis Hollow Community Center, are invited to visit this Chorus Info., 844-4155 or 844- Annex, 221 S. Geneva St. (Kathy Chaffee). Introduction to Kundalini Yoga, 5:30-6:30pm, fast- Pack meets 7:15pm, every Tuesday, Contact Liam 9528. Lit Lunches Book Club, noon-1pm, last Wednesday of track yoga for any body-also followed by Chi-Kung Murphy at 272-4526 or Sit! Stay! Read!, 3-4 p.m. at the Tompkins County the month, Ulysses Public Library, 74 E Main Street, Chinese self healing if there is interest, $10 or what you [email protected] for more information. Library, Thaler/Howell Room. Children are invited to prac- Trumansburg, Free, Info., 607-387-5623. can comfortably afford. Empty stomach, mat, and non- Candor Library Story Hour, 10:15am, Candor Free tice their reading skills by sharing a story with a truly non- Loaves & Fishes Community Kitchen, 12Noon, St. binding clothing please-for more info. call Rick at 607- Library, Bank and Main St., Info. ,659-7258. judgmental listener – a dog! Children who attend 6 ses- John's Church, 210 N Cayuga St., Open to all, no limita- 319-4023. Cayuga Chimes A Capella Chorus Meeting, sions with our reading dog volunteers will earn a free tions or requirements. Info., www.loaves.org. Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard, 1:30-3pm, Salvation Army, 6:45pm, Every Tuesday, Boynton Middle School, Music book of their choice. This program is co-sponsored by "New to Cancer" Support Group, 10:30-11:30am, 150 N. Albany St., Ithaca. Every Monday, Info., 273- Room, Women of all ages are invited. No auditions Cornell Companions. Cancer Resource Room (In Cayuga Medical Center's 2400. required. Come join the fun. Info:(607)273-2324 or cayu- T'ai Chi Classes at Lansing Library, 11:30 AM - Medical Office Building, immediately adjacent to the infu- Landlords Association of Tompkins County meets at gachimes.org. 12:30 PM, Lansing Community Library, 27 Auburn Road, sion suite of Drs. Garbo and Bael. This is a drop-in group 4:30pm at the Ramada Inn on N. Triphammer Rd. This Cayuga Club Toastmasters, 6-7pm, meets every Lansing, T'ai Chi can dissolve tension, increase your - come as often as is helpful. Ask questions, find month's guest speakers will be from Tompkins Financial. Tuesday, 6th floor of Rhodes Hall, Conference Room strength and cardiovascular fitness, and leave you with a resources, and make connections. For information, 277- Attorneys Alyssa Barreiro and Michael May, along with #655, Cornell University, Ithaca. Info., greater awareness, calmness, and overall sense of 0960. associate Karen McMullen, will be discussing "Wills, http://cayuga.freetoasthost.us. wholeness. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Open Family Swim Tompkins Cortland Community Trusts and Estates." There will also be presentations from Cayuga Trails Club Tuesday Evening Hikes, The Registration and Cost: $5/class (Scholarships and College, Dryden. 6pm-9pm. Fee. 844-8222. sponsors Dave Minotti of Home Depot and Tom Hardy of Cayuga Trails Club will lead a two-three hour, moderate reduced monthly payment options available through Play Mah Jongg!, 1PM-4PM, Lansing Community Data Momentum. Info., emailLATC@Landlords hike every Tuesday starting at 4pm. Meet in the Ithaca Lifelong - 607-273-1511 -www.tclifelong.org and the Library, 27 Auburn Road, Lansing, Play American Mah Association.com or call 257-2382. EMS parking lot, 722 S. Meadow St. For more informa- Lansing Library). Jongg in an informal, relaxed setting. Free and open to Lansing Food Pantry, 1767 E. Shore Dr., Lansing, 1- tion, call 607-339-5131 or visit Taoist Tai Chi Open House, 5:30-7pm. Come and the public. 3pm. For information contact Nancy Myers 607-592- www.cayugatrailsclub.org learn about the benefits of practicing Taoist Tai Chi. IMeet Primitive Pursuits series of information sessions about 4685. CBTP Toastmasters meets every Tuesday evening at students and certified instructors, see demonstrations, their upcoming Spring Wilderness Skills Instructor Lifelong Schedule: 8-9 AM, Enhance Your Fitness - 5:15 6:30pm, room 156 at Langmuir Lab,95 Brown try a few tai chi moves yourself. Free and open to all, Certification (WSIC) courses. Remote session, (register Lifelong, 119 W. Court St, Ithaca (Frank Dangelo); 8:30- Road, Ithaca NY. http://cbtp.toastmastersclubs.org. refreshments will be served. Taoist Tai Chi Studio, 1201 online at Primitivepursuits.com) 9:30 AM, Enhance Your Fitness - Juniper Manor (Caryn City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board. N. Tioga St., Fall Creek Studios, Ithaca. Info., 8pm. Info., primitivepursuits.com Sheckler); 10:00 – 12:00 PM Clay Class (Laurie Info., www.cityofithaca.org. www.taoist.org/usa/locations/ithaca-center, email to Read Baby Read, 10am, Southworth Library, Main St., Hultberg); 10:00 – 11:00 AM Tai Chi – Titus Towers Apt., Community Conversation, 7pm on WSKG radio. [email protected] or call 277-5491. Dryden. Infant and toddler storytime with rhymes, songs, 800 S. Plain St., Ithaca (John Burger); 11:30 – 12:30 Community Conversation is a live "town hall" type radio "Three Keys to Retaining Your Best Employees" stories and fingerplays to delight our youngest library PM, Enhance Your Fitness - Dryden Veterans Memorial discussion exploring topics of interest and importance to with Ariana Blossom, a workshop for supervisors and patrons. Home, 2272 Dryden Rd., Dryden, NY (Jan Robinson); local communities. managers at all levels in all kinds of organizations. Rescue Mission Food Pantry , 9am-11am, 618 West 12:30 – 1:30 PM Strength Training – Lifelong, 119 Cornell Cinema presents “A Tribute to Harun Farocki” Tuesday, January 27, 2015 from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon State St. Ithaca, Baskets available at the Rescue Mission W. Court St., Ithaca (Kathy Chaffee); 2:00 – 3:00 PM with a screening of the film “Images of the World and the in the Borg Warner Room of the Tompkins County Public Food Pantry consist of three meals a day for three days Senior Seated Stretch and Tone – Juniper Manor (Caryn Inscription of War”. Info., cinema.cornell.edu, or call Library, E Green St at S Cayuga St, Ithaca. Fee $65 for each person in the family. Info., www.htctc.org. Sheckler); 2:00 – 3:00 PM Enhanced Fitness - 607.255.3522. includes nutritious snacks and drinks. Visit Sacred Chanting with Damodar Das and friends, McGraw House Annex, 221 S. Geneva St. (Kathy Cortland Youth Center, 12noon-9pm, www.hsctc.org/workshops Every Wednesday 7-9pm, Ahimsa Yoga Studio 215 N Chaffee); 2:30 – 3:30 PM Exercise for People www.cortland.org/youth, 753-3021. Toddler Storytime, 11am, Thaler/Howell Programming Cayuga St, An easy, fun, uplifting spiritual practice open with Parkinson’s (Rebecca Godin); 2:30 – 5:00 PM CRCFL Resource Room, Open every Tuesday evening Room, Tompkins County Library. to all faiths. No prior experience necessary. Info., 607- Open Computer Lab (MarieAnne Krieg). 5-7:00 pm for anyone to visit and browse through our Tot Spot, 9:30-11:30pm, Ithaca Youth Bureau, October 280-0191, ithacayoga.org. or www.DamodarDas.com. Loaves & Fishes Community Kitchen, 12Noon, St. resources. Cancer Resource Center, 612 W. State St., 21 thru April 30. A stay and play place for children ages Teen Read, 4:45-5:45pm, Thaler/Howell Programming John's Church, 210 N Cayuga St., Open to all, no limi- Ithaca. Info., 277-0960. 5 mos. - 5 years and their grown-ups. Open M, Tu, Th, Room, TCP Library, Ithaca. A monthly book discussion tations or requirements. Info., www.loaves.org. Cub Scouts Pack 55, Ellis Hollow Community Center, Sa mornings 9:30-11:30 at the IYB gym. 5mos - 12 mos group for middle and high school students. This program Mobile Food Pantry Truck sponsored by the Food Pack meets 5pm, every Tuesday, Contact Dawn $2.50/1-5 yrs $4.50. is free. Refreshments will be provided. For information, Bank of the Southern Tier will be in the Danby Federated Thornton at 277-1051 or [email protected] for more Town of Ithaca Agriculture Committee meets at 7 contact Teen Services Librarian Regina DeMauro at rde- Church parking lot from 1–2:30pm on the 4th Monday of information. p.m., Aurora Street Conference Room, 215 N. Tioga [email protected] or (607) 272-4557 extension 274. every month. The Mobile Food Pantry is a converted Dharma II, 11am-12:30pm, Ahimsa Yoga Center, Dewitt Street Teen Tech Club, 3:30-5pm, Newfield Public Library, beverage truck used to deliver fresh produce, dairy prod- Mall, Ithaca, Information and additional class schedules Ithaca; 607-273-1747. Main St., Newfield. Teens, drop in after school to explore ucts, and other food and grocery products directly to dis- at www.ithacayoga.org. Women's Barbershop Chorus, 6:45-9:15PM, prac- our new tablets and e-readers, and to share your favorite tribution sites where people need. Emergency Food Pantry, 10:30am-1:30pm, Tompkins tices Tuesday evenings at Boynton Middle School, New tips and apps. Muffin Mondays, 8am 'til gone! Dryden Community Community Action, 701 Spencer Rd., Ithaca. Provides voices welcome. Toastmasters at Walden Place meets every Wednesday Center Cafe, 1 W. Main St. Dryden. Different home- individuals and families with 2-3 days worth of nutritious Young Adult Group, Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of evening from 6:15 to 7:30 pm in the public room of made, from scratch, muffins every week. Muffin food and personal care items. Info. 273-8816. For a each month 5:30-6:30 pm. Cancer Resource Center, Walden Place, 839 Bennie Road, Cortland NY.
http://walden.toastmastersclubs.org. Info., 844-1500. kins.org. Partners welcome. Trumansburg Community Nursery School and the Open Family Swim, 6pm-9pm, Tompkins Cortland Free GED classes, GIAC- 9:00am-12pm; TC3- 10am- Zumba Class, 6-7pm, Newfield Fire Station, First class Ulysses Philomathic Library offer Story Time for Toddlers Community College, Dryden, Fee, 844-8222. 1pm; Candor HS, 5-8pm; Call 257-1561 to register. is 1/2 off, $8 drop in or $55 for 9 classes good for 2 the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from Out Loud Chorus, 7-8:30pm, Briar Patch Vet, 706 Gentle Yoga, Meets every Tuesday 9:30-11:00am at months from date of sale. 9:30-10:30am. Trumansburg Community Nursery School Elmira Rd., Ithaca, Urban Choral Music. No auditions, no Island Health & Fitness. The class is offered free of Teacher and Baby Story Time Reader, Jackie Puleo, will experience necessary. Looking for new singers. All gen- charge to those with cancer. For more information con- lead Story Time. in the TCNS Two's Classroom in the ders and sexual expressions welcome. Find out more at tact instructor Nick Boyar 607-272-2062 or nickbo- 28 Wednesday Chapel of the First Presbyterian Church of Ulysses on www.outloudchorus.org. Email [email protected]. AA, 9am, 518 W. Seneca St., Ithaca, Main Floor, Info., Main Street in Trumansburg. The event is free and open [email protected], or call 607-280-0374. GIAC Open Lounge, 3:30-6pm, 301 West Court Street, 387-5701. to the public. Info., www.tcns.info or call Director Deb Overeaters Anonymous Meeting, 7-8pm, Cortland Ithaca, Game Room, Video Games, Open Gym & Field Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Austic at 387-5235. Memorial Nursing Facility, 134 Homer Ave., Basement Trips. Families Group, ACA Meets every Wednesday 7-8pm at Waffle Wednesdays, 9-11am, Dryden Community Conference Rm B, Info., (631) 804-8237. Head Over Heals Gymnastics Unstructured Play- The Ithaca Community Recovery Bldg. 2nd floor of 518 Center Cafe, 1 W. Main St., Dryden. Serving hot fresh Overeaters Anonymous Meeting, 7pm-8pm, Just Time, 10:30-11:30am, Sept9-June26, 215 Commercial W. Seneca St Ithaca, Info: www.adultchildren.org. waffles from scratch, served with either real New York Because Bldg., 1013 W. State St., Ithaca, phone: 607- Avenue, Ithaca,This open gym time is for parents and Baptized Church of Jesus Christ Food Pantry, maple syrup or fresh strawberries and whipped cream. 592-5574. children to play together. An adult must accompany chil- 10am-12:30pm, 412 First Street, Ithaca. Every Info., 844-1500. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Meeting, PTSD dren on the equipment. Ages 6 months - 5 years old. Wednesday, Info., www.hsctc.org or 272-1984. Wednesday Breakfast Group, 8:30am, Royal Court Ithaca is a Post Traumatic Stress Disorder support group Pre-Registration is not required; Info., 273-5187, Chair Yoga, 10am, Ulysses Philomathic Library, Restaurant, Ithaca. 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the for individuals in and around Ithaca, NY who have been www.headoverheelsgym.net. Trumansburg. month, Free and open to adults who have experienced diagnosed with (or think they may have) Post Traumatic Healthy Tuesdays, 6pm, Groton Public Library, Free Cornell Music, Midday Music for Organ, 12:30pm, the loss of a loved one. For information, contact 272- Stress Disorder. Meetings are every Monday at 6:30 fresh produce, Info., Ruth, http://www.wholeshare.com. Anabel Taylor Chapel. David Yearsley introduces his new 0212 or [email protected] or visit www.hospi- p.m. Please call 607-279-0772 for more information. Helping Hands Pantry, 3:30-6pm, Harmony UM recording of Bach Trio Sonatas from his new CD, care.org/grief-support-groups. Rescue Mission Food Pantry , 9am-11am, 618 West Church, 726 Route 221, Harford, 4th Tuesday of the released on the Musica Omnia label. Free and open to the Wednesday Night Racing at Greek Peak Skli teams State St. Ithaca, Baskets available at the Rescue Mission month, for town of Harford residents. public. are seeded to ensure parity. Participants must race on Food Pantry consist of three meals a day for three days ICSD Meeting, 7pm, Meetings of the Ithaca City School Cortland Youth Center, Open from 12-9pm. Info., Jan. 28 to get seeded and be placed on a team. for each person in the family. Info., www.htctc.org. District are on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each www.cortland.org/youth, 753-3021. The Women's Chorale @ 171 Cedar will hold open Safety in the Early Years, Cayuga Medical Center. month. They will be rebroadcast Thursdays and Count Me In, 7:30pm, The Kitchen Theatre, State St., rehearsals on Jan. 28 and Feb. 4, from 7-9 pm, at the Accident and injury prevention, first aid for choking and Saturdays of meeting weeks at 7am, 1pm, and 7pm. Info Ithaca. Info., http://www.kitchentheatre.org. Christ Episcopal Church (39 E. First Street, Corning). infant CPR. Fee, Info., 274-4408 or 274-2102. Cuddle Up Infants and Toddler Librarytime, 10- Female singers of all vocal ranges are invited to attend. www.cayugamed.org. Immaculate Conception Church Food Pantry, 1- 11am, Southworth Library, Main St., Dryden. Every Singers new to the group will have a one-on-one vocal Spanish Classes, 1pm (Intermediate), 2pm (beginning), 2pm, Seneca near Geneva St., Ithaca, Free, fresh pro- Wednesday Infant and toddler storytime with rhymes, assessment with the director. Visit 171CedarArts.org to Ulysses Philomathic Library, Trumansburg. duce, breads, desserts, dairy and deli. For low to mod- songs, stories and fingerplays to delight our youngest learn more about the group and register. Tai-Chi, Increase your balance, sense of body aware- erate incomes, limit 1 pantry per week. www.hsctc.org. library patrons. Info., 607-844-4782. Youth Workers Brown Bag Lunch, 12:15-1:15pm, ness and well-being. Mondays 3:30-4:30pm. Ithaca College Faculty recital by oboist Paige Dharma II, 3:30-5pm, Ahimsa Yoga Center, Dewitt Mall, Last Wednesday of the month, Human Services Building, Registration required. Info., www.ithacaymca.com. Morgan; 7 p.m., Hockett Family Recital Hall, Whalen Ithaca, Information and additional class schedules at Ithaca, Bev Livesay Conference Room, to share your Tot Spot, 9:30-11:30pm, Ithaca Youth Bureau, October Center. www.ithacayoga.org. experiences and learn from our colleagues. This network- 21 thru April 30. A stay and play place for children ages Ithaca Gay Mens Chorus, 7-9pm, First Baptist Church, Dryden Kitchen Cupboard, 5-6pm, Dryden ing opportunity encourages participants to collaborate to 5 mos. - 5 years and their grown-ups. Open M, Tu, Th, Ithaca, every Tuesday. Presbyterian Church, 6 North St., Dryden. Every support all youth in Tompkins County through the most Sa mornings 9:30-11:30 at the IYB gym. 5mos - 12 mos Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard, 1:30-3pm, Salvation Army, Wednesday, Info., 844-8321. consistent and cost effective means possible. Please join $2.50/1-5 yrs $4.50. 150 N. Albany St., Ithaca. Every Tuesday, Info., 273- Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA), 7- us as we work to build a healthy sustainable community Ulysses Historical Society Museum, 9-11am, 39 2400. 8:30pm, 309 Highland Rd., Ithaca, FA is a free 12-Step of the future. South St., Trumansburg, Genealogical research. Info., 12 Tompkins Weekly January 26

Zen Meditation Practice, Every Wednesday 5:30- Spanish Storytime/Cuentos en Español, Tompkins –11:15 AM Enhance Your Fitness, Dryden Veterans McKinley Ave, Groton, Groton Assembly of God, Joyce 6:30pm, Anabel Taylor Hall, Cornell, founders Room. County Public Library, 4-5 p.m. Thaler/Howell Room. Memorial Home, 2272 Dryden Rd. (Jan Robinson) ; Crouch Benevolence Building, 2nd & 4th Saturday, Info., Sponsored by the Ithaca Zen Center. Prior sitting experi- Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to a Spanish lan- 11:30 – 12:30 PM Tai Chi Class with Strength Training (607) 898-5263 ext 615. ence or attendance of an orientation session required to guage storytime! Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes all in (John Burger) ; 1:30 – 2:00 PM Introductory Square and Harlem Globetrotters, 2pm, Carrier Dome, Syracuse. participate.For information or to schedule an orientation, Spanish. Afterward, stay for play and social time. Contra Dancing - Exercise for the mind and body – learn Tickets start at $19 and go on sale Monday, Oct. 20 at contact Tony @ 277-1158 or Marissa @ 272-1419. Spinknitters, 1:30pm, Ulysses Philomathic Library, new dances or refresh old ones (Earl Kaiser); 2:00 - 3:00 10 a.m. at harlemglobetrotters.com, ticketmaster.com, Trumansburg. PM Enhance Fitness® - McGraw House Annex, 221 S the Carrier Dome box office, or by phone at 800-745- Storytime and Art Project, 10:30am, Ulysses Geneva St. (John Burger); 1:30 – 4:00 PM Square, 3000. Information on group and scout tickets can also Philomathic Library, Trumansburg. Line, Polka Dancing (Earl Kaiser) – Dish-to-Pass (instruc- be found at harlemglobetrotters.com. 29 Thursday Survivors of Suicide Support Group, 7pm, Cortland tion from 1:30-2:00 p.m.) Ithaca Fixers Collective, 3-5pm, ReUse Center in the 2015 Annual Chamber Dinner & Awards, 5:30-9pm, County Mental Health Association, 25 Clinton Ave., Lime Hollow Nature Center, Adventure Day Camp. Triphammer Marketplace, 2255 N Triphammer Rd, Emerson Suites, Ithaca College, $75 pp, All meals come Cortland, provides you with a safe, comfortable environ- Kids exploring nature, socializing, enjoying fresh air, and Ithaca. with a dinner salad, side dish, rolls and a dessert platter. ment for you to talk about your lost loved one(s). It will be getting exercise. For ages 3-14. Registrations are on a Jazz Dance Class, 11am, Finger Lakes Fitness Center, Special meal considerations such as vegan or kosher held on the 1st Thursday of the month, Info., 607-753- first-come, first-serve basis, and membership at Lime 171 E. State St., Center Ithaca, lower level, Beginners. can be accommodated with advanced notice. To make 3021 or [email protected]. Hollow will earn a discount.Info., 662-4632, w w w. l i m Non-members & drop-ins welcome. Info., 256-3532. special accommodations, please contact the Chamber at T'ai Chi Classes at Lansing Library, 5-6pm, Lansing e h o l l o w . o r g. The Justice League performs Rush at 8pm, Auburn 607-273-7080. Appetizers will be served at 5:30 p.m., Community Library, 27 Auburn Road, Lansing, T'ai Chi Live Jazz, 6-9pm, Oasis, Danby Road, Ithaca, Every Public Theater, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. The Justice leading to the dinner at 6:50 p.m. and ending between can dissolve tension, increase your strength and cardio- Friday evening. League is a group of Oneonta musicians who perform 8:30 and 9:00 pm., Registration deadline January 15th. vascular fitness, and leave you with a greater awareness, Loaves & Fishes Community Kitchen, 12Noon, classic albums in their entirety, striving to reproduce the AA, 9am, 518 W. Seneca St., Ithaca, Main Floor, Info., calmness, and overall sense of wholeness. Please wear Loaves and Fishes, 210 N. Cayuga St., Open to all, no music faithfully and bring the experience of the album to 387-5701. loose, comfortable clothing. Registration and Cost: limitations or requirements. Info., www.loaves.org. their audience. Tickets, www.auburnpublictheater.org or Anonymous HIV Testing and Counseling, 1:30- $5/class (Scholarships and reduced monthly payment New England Contra and Square Dance, 8-11pm, call 253-6669. 3:30pm, Tompkins County Health Department. Every options available through Lifelong - 607-273-1511 - Bethel Grove Community Center, NYS Rt. 79, about 4 Legos at the Library, 2-3 p.m. in the Thaler/Howell Tues/Thurs., Please call 274-6604 to schedule an www.tclifelong.org and the Lansing Library). miles east of Ithaca. For more information: Ted Crane, Room at the Tompkins County Public Library. The Library appointment. Teen Thing, 3pm, Groton Public Library, Every Thursday 607-273-8678 or visit www.tedcrane.com/TCCD. will provide the Legos, and pieces created will be dis- Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders, 7pm, for 6th, 7th, & 8th graders – parental permission NOOK Knowledge Night, 5-7pm, Every Friday, Barnes played at the Library for one week. Cooperative Extension, 614 W. State St., for those in required. Info., 607-898-5055. and Noble, 614 South Meadow, Ithaca. We'll cover all the Lifelong Schedule: 9:00 – 12:00 PM M e n ’ s need of help & recovery. Info., 272-2292. Thursday Night Spaghetti Special, 5-7pm, Dryden basics and even demonstrate exciting extras like using Group (Ron Havard & Carl Taylor) - Newcomers Welcome; Awana Club, 6:30-8:15pm, Dryden Baptist Church, Community Center Cafe, 1 W. Main St. Dryden. Our all - NOOK with your library card; Info., 607-273-6784. 9:00 – 1:00 PM Tax Clinic Every Thursday night for kids ages 3-8th grade. Info., you-can-eat spaghetti dinner comes with a side salad & Northern Light Learning Center Pantry, noon-1pm, Lime Hollow Nature Center, Susan Morse of Keeping 607-898-4087. Italian bread for just $5.55, with meatballs just a little bit First Baptist Church, 309 N Cayuga Street, Ithaca. Track, 7pm, free and open to the public. Location: Textor Barbara & David Zalaznick Reading Series, 430pm, extra. Call for info., 844-1500. Open Family Swim Tompkins Cortland Community 101, Ithaca College Campus, 953 Danby Road, Ithaca. Hollis E. Cornell Auditorium in Goldwin Smith Hall, when Toddler & Pre-School Storytime, 10:30-11AM every College, Dryden. 6pm-9pm. Fee. 844-8222. Info., contact Linda Spielman at 844-8522 or Caribbean fiction writer Tiphanie Yanique will read from Thursday, Cortland Free Library, 32 Church St, Cortland, Pay What You Can Yoga Classes, 5-6pm, Fine Spirit [email protected]. her works. For more information, visit Info., 753-1042. Studio, Dey, St., above Hickey’s Music, All welcome, Lime Hollow Nature Center, Forest Preschool. Info., http://www.arts.cornell.edu/english/creative/readings/, Toddler Story Hour, 10:30 AM, Lansing Community Bring a mat or rent one for $1. Recommended to bring 662-4632, w w w . l i m e h o l l o w . o r g. email [email protected], or call 607-255-7847. Library, 27 Auburn Road, Lansing, Join us for stories, a bottle of water and a small towel. More info about “Lincoln” A Film Screening and Panel Discussion at Cancer Resource Center hosts a benefit showing of songs, and fun! Different theme each week. Free and class and teacher: http://vidayoga.org/schedule. the Tompkins County Public Lbrary, 1 p.m., BorgWarner the film “50/50” at Cinemapolis, 7pm. Diagnosed with open to the public. The People’s State of the Union is a local gathering at Community Room. Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of spinal cancer, 27 yr. old Adam navigates the road to Tot Spot, 9:30-11:30pm, Ithaca Youth Bureau, October The Space (700 W. Meadow Street, Ithaca) at 6:30pm. the ratification of the 13th Amendment with a free screen- recovery with the sometimes overbearing support of his 21 thru April 30. A stay and play place for children ages Public is invited to come together to enjoy free refresh- ing and discussion of the acclaimed Stephen Spielberg crude best friend, his smothering mother & an inexperi- 5 mos. - 5 years and their grown-ups. Open M, Tu, Th, ments and music and share personal stories about our film, “Lincoln.” Members of the Tompkins County Civil enced therapist. Inspired by a true story, 50/50 is an Sa mornings 9:30-11:30 at the IYB gym. 5mos - 12 mos own experiences of life in this nation. This event is spon- War Sesquicentennial Celebration Commission will pro- honest yet hysterically funny account of a young man's $2.50/1-5 yrs $4.50. sored by a group of community members and artists vide an introductory discussion of the film, including his- journey toward healing. Tickets, info. at cinemapolis.org. Ulysses Philomathic Library in Trumansburg, announce as part of a national action. torical and local context. This program is free and open Cancer Resource Center Yoga Class, 9:30am-11am, Fireside Talk with local poet Jay Leeming from 7-8pm, in Primitive Pursuits: Fire & Ice School Break Day, to the public. Island Health and Fitness, The classes are free to anyone the Melvin Community Room. Leeming is the first writer Friday, January 30th, 9AM - 3:30PM (early drop off and Master Class, 11am-1pm, Ahimsa Yoga Center, Dewitt with a cancer diagnosis, but registration is required. To in the series of Fireside Talks, which continue each month late pick up available) at 4-H Acres, 418 Lower Creek Mall, Ithaca, Information and additional class schedules do so, call the Cancer Resource Center at 277-0960 or through May. Info., trumansburglibrary.org. Road, Ithaca. Join us for another day of epic winter fun at www.ithacayoga.org. contact [email protected]. Winter Storytime and Art Project, 10:30am, Ulysses as we practice the skills of winter wilderness living and Morning Story Time 10am. Caroline Community Community Police Board Meeting, 4th Thursday of Library, 74 East Main Street, Trumansburg. Jan. 8th- true survival with our forest home as our classroom, play- Library 2670 Slaterville Rd. Slaterville Springs. the month at 3:30pm on the third floor of City Hall. The March 26th. ground and sanctuary. Build a shelter, start a fire...make www.tcpl.org. public is always welcome to attend. Minutes can be Women’s Rights National Historical Park and the most of your day! Ages 6-14. Sliding Scale Fee: $65 Open Family Swim Tompkins Cortland Community found on the City of Ithaca website. Hobart and William Smith Colleges will co-host - $95. Call 607-272-2292 ext. 195 or visit us online at College, Dryden. 11am-1pm. Fee. 844-8222. Cornell Cinema celebrates its 45th anniversary with Elizabeth Ramey, Assistant Professor of Economics and primitivepursuits.com. NASTAR ski races at Greek Peak will be held on screenings of Blade Runner - The Final Cut (1982/2007) Women’s Studies who will present a lecture titled, “Down Public Viewing Night at the Fuertes Observatory, Christy’s Run on Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30am - on Jan 29, and 30. Info., cinema.cornell.edu. on the Family Farm: Gender Inequality in an Iconic 9PM-12AM, Fuertes Observatory on north campus, 1:30pm. Contact Greg Brown at (800) 955-2754, option Cornell Department of Music, Midday Music at American Institution.” The program will be offered from 5- Cornell, These viewing nights are run by the Cornell 8 and extension 6314 for more information. Lincoln: Paul Miller and guest Thomas Georgi, viola 6pm in the park visitor center at 136 Fall Street, Seneca Astronomical Society. Call 255-3557 to find out if we are “Our Brothers, Our Sisters’ Table” hot cooked com- d'amore Elizabeth Lyon, cello Matthew Hall, harpsichord; Falls. Info., www.nps. gov/wori or call (315) 568-0024. open on a given night. Open to Everyone, Free. munity meal, 12noon, served at the Salvation Army, 12:30 pm, B20 Lincoln Hall. Writing Classes, 6:30pm, Brooktondale Community Rescue Mission Food Pantry , 9am-11am, 618 West 150 N. Albany St. Ithaca. All welcome, No income guide- Cornell Wrestling Community Challenge for Center's South Room, 522 Valley Rd., Thursdays, Come State St. Ithaca, Baskets available at the Rescue Mission lines. Hospicare, 1PM, Bartels Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca. learn to express yourself and tell us about your life in the Food Pantry consist of three meals a day for three days Overeaters Anonymous, 11am-12:15pm - Speaker Cortland Youth Center, Open from 12-9pm, Info., town of Caroline and it's hamlets, including Brooktondale. for each person in the family. Info., www.htctc.org. meeting. Ithaca Free Clinic, 521 West Seneca St., www.cortland.org/youth, 753-3021. Call Prof. Berry at 200-4122 or Pat at 539-9928 for Storytime, 10-11am, Southworth Library, Dryden, Ithaca. Enter conference room thru parking lot side door. Count Me In, 2pm & 7:30pm, The Kitchen Theatre, information or to register for the class. Explore the world of reading with an exciting storytime - Contact Beth at 607-280-5721. State St., Ithaca. Info., http://www.kitchentheatre.org. The YMCA of Ithaca workshop, A “Pathway to stories, crafts,snacks and games. Info. 844-4782. Overeaters Anonymous, 12 Steps & 12 Traditions Depression Support Group, 5:30-7pm, Finger Lakes Women’s Health”, noon-1pm in the Y Wellness Center, Storytime, 10:30am, Edith B. Ford Memorial Library, Study, 8-9am, Cortland Memorial Nursing Facility, 134 Independence Center, 215 Fifth Street, Ithaca. Every open to all at no charge. Jeanne Calabretta, certified nat- Ovid, Children enjoy stories, hands-on arts and crafts, sci- Homer Ave., Basement Conference Room B, Info., (607) Thurs. The group is free, confidential and organized by ural health professional, and Dr. Mike Massari, local chi- ence activities, and songs. www.ovidlibrary.org. 591-7218. people who have personal experience with depression. ropractor with Ithaca Family Chiropractic, will provide a Take a Tour of the Museum, 11:30am, Museum of the Overlook Apartments Food Pantry, 12-12:30pm, Info., 272-2433. free health assessment identifying which body system Earth, 1259 Trumansburg Rd., The Museum of the Earth 1263 Trumansburg Rd., Ithaca. Alternating Weeks. Dharma II, 6-7:30pm, Ahimsa Yoga Center, Dewitt Mall, needs support the most, as well as calculate metabolic is pleased to offer exhibit tours included with admission. Physics Fair by Rachel Lampert and Lesley Ithaca, Information and additional class schedules at age, and provide a spinal assessment.Register online at The tour is of the Museum’s permanent exhibition hall, A Greene, 1pm, Kitchen Theatre, State St., Ithaca. www.ithacayoga.org. www.ithacaymca.com, or at the Y Welcome Center. Journey through Time, share the story of the Earth and Kitchen Theatre Company presents two performances Fakes, Frauds, and Mistakes, 5:30pm, Museum of Info., call 257-0101, and ask for Laurie Cuomo, Health its life. Info., 273-6623. only of the original musical “Physics Fair.” Mr. Mundani's the Earth, Trumansburg Rd., Ithaca. The History of Life and Wellness Director. Tales for Tots Storytime, 11am, Barnes & Noble, we 6th graders learn that "Physics makes the world go Course continues. This freecommunity education, six- read fantastic and imaginative stories for young readers. 'round" when they organize the school's first ever Physics week course will explore the errors that can sometimes Info., 273-6784 or www.BN.com. Fair. Tickets: Call Kitchen Theatre Company's ticket line occur when investigating ancient beasts. Find out how Ulysses Historical Society Museum, 39 South St., at 607-272-0570 (Monday-Friday 12-6pm, Saturday- science deals with fraudulent evidence and understands 30 Friday Trumansburg, 2-4pm. Genealogical research. Info., 387- Sunday 12-4pm) or buy online at new material. AA, 9am, 518 W. Seneca St., Ithaca, Main Floor, Info., 6666. www.kitchentheatre.org. All tickets are $12. Free GED classes, GIAC, 9:00am-12pm; TC3- 10am- 387-5701. Women’s Noon Group, Meets every Friday 12-1:30 Qigong for Health, 10am, Ithaca Karate Harmony with 1pm; Call 257-1561 to register. Baby & Toddler Playtime, Tompkins County Public pm. Cancer Resource Center, 612 W. State St., For Nature School, 120 E. King Rd., ancient energy prac- Free Tax Preparation at Newfield High School Library, 11am-noon, Thaler/Howell Room. women with any type of cancer, at any stage of treatment tices, 273-8980. offered by Alternatives Federal Credit Union & the VITA Bird Walk, 7:30am, Lab of Ornithology, Ithaca. Come or recovery. Light refreshments provided. Info., 277- Samantha Fish at Homer’s Center for the Arts, 8 Tax Program If you are single and earn less than for a leisurely walk through the Sanctuary to look for 0960. pm, Blues-rock guitarist and singer Samantha Fish has $35,000 or have a family earning under $53,000 you birds. These 90 minute walks are aimed at beginner bird Yoga for People with Cancer, 10:30am-12noon, been playing up a storm on new Ruf Records CD, Black can have your Federal and State Income Tax Returns pre- watchers. Island Health & Fitness. Gentle stretching, relaxation Wind Howlin’Tickets can be purchased in advance at pared for free. Place: Room 106 High School Time: 3:30- "Brown Bag Lunch" 12noon-1pm, Cancer Resource exercises, healing visualizations, and meditation. For www.center4art.org or call (607) 749-4900. 7:30pm. Info., www.alternatives.org. To schedule an Center, 612 W. State St.; open to women with any information, contact instructor Nick Boyar at 272-2062 Sciencenter Showtime, 2pm, Sciencenter, 601 First appointment call the 211 helpline. type/stage of cancer, Info., 277-0960. or Sharon Kaplan at 277-0960 $10 per class. St., Ithaca, See science in action with an interactive pres- GIAC Open Lounge, 3:30-6pm, 301 West Court Street, Climbing Wall "Kaylee's Climb", Friday- 4+5+6PM. Scholarship available through the Cancer Resource entation every Saturday, Ages 8 and up, Included with Ithaca, Game Room, Video Games, Open Gym & Field Sat 9:30AM.-12:30PM; Beginner Climbing Fun, indoor Center. admission, Info 272-0600 or www.sciencenter.org. Trips. individual / group instruction and parties. Seishi Honbu, Take a Tour of the Museum, Museum of the Earth, Ihtaca College Music, Vivaldi Sonatas Concert, featur- World Seishi Karate Headquarters,, 15 Catherwood Rd. 11am, The Museum of the Earth is pleased to offer exhib- ing students in the cello and bass studios of Elizabeth Ithaca, Information call: (607)277-1047 or www.seishi- 31 Saturday it tours included with admission. The tour is of the Simkin and Nicholas Walker; 7 p.m. Hockett Family juku.com. Museum’s permanent exhibition hall, A Journey through Recital Hall, Whalen Center. Cornell Cinema presents Contemporary World Cinema, AA, 9am, 518 W. Seneca St., Ithaca, Main Floor, Info., Time, share the story of the Earth and its life. Info 273- Ithaca Fixers Collective, 6-8pm, ReUse Center in the “Force Majeure” (2014), Jan. 30 and 31. Info., 387-5701. 6623. 1259 Trumansburg Rd. Triphammer Marketplace, 2255 N Triphammer Rd, cinema.cornell.edu. Abovoagogo Classes, Abovoagogo Art Studio, 409 W. Tot Spot, 9:30-11:30pm, Ithaca Youth Bureau, October Ithaca. Cornell Department of Music presents Mike Cheng-Yu Seneca St., Ithaca, Pop-ups, Dolls and Paper Pleasures, 21 thru April 30. A stay and play place for children ages Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard, 1:30-3pm, Salvation Army, Lee, fortepiano, 8pm, Barnes Hall Features 6 Bagatelles 10am-11:30am; Family Studio, 1pm-3pm; Info., 262- 5 mos. - 5 years and their grown-ups. Open M, Tu, Th, 150 N. Albany St., Ithaca. Every Thursday, Info., 273- (op. 126) and a sonata (op. 101) of Beethoven and works 6562 or visit abovoagogo.com. Sa mornings 9:30-11:30 at the IYB gym. 5mos - 12 mos 2400. by Schumann and Chopin. Al-Anon, 9am, 518 W. Seneca St., Ithaca, Meeting open $2.50/1-5 yrs $4.50. Legal and Financial Planning for Families and Cornell Games Club Weekly Meeting, 7-11pm, to anyone affected by another person’s drinking. Info., Ulysses Historical Society Museum, 2-4pm, 39 South Caregivers, Tompkins County Public Library, 6pm, Borg Goldwin Smith Hall, 232 East Ave., Central Campus, 387-5701. St., Trumansburg, Genealogical research. Info 387- Warner Community Room. Family members and care- Cornell. They play board games, card games, miniatures Animal Feeding, Cayuga Nature Center, 12Noon, Feel 6666. givers of individuals with Alzheimer’s or Dementia are games, and role-playing games (RPGs). Attendance is free to visit CNC as our animal volunteers feed our many West Village Food Pantry, 2:30-3:30pm, Chestnut St., invited to join TCPL and the Alzheimer’s Association of free and open to anyone. Rules are taught for most animals, then hike one of our trails or visit the tree house. outside of apartment 669. Alternating weeks. Central New York for a free program on legal and finan- games. Info., 607-255-5980, www.rso.cornell.edu/ Free for members, low cost to visitors. Info www.cayu- Whiskey Tango Sideshow, Ithaca's own Cabaret and cial planning. This program is free and open to the pub- gamesclub. ganaturecenter.org. Burlesque troupe, presents an evening of glitz, glamour lic; however, advance registration is required. To regis- Count Me In, 8pm, The Kitchen Theatre, State St., Animals of the North, What Will Global Climate Change and a whole lotta misbehavin'. Doors open at 7, show at ter, contact Melinda Sobrado at [email protected] or Ithaca. Info., http://www.kitchentheatre.org. Mean For Them? a free public lecture by Sue Morse, 8pm. Tickets, call 273-ARTS. (315) 472-4201 ext. 101. Dharma II, 11am-12:30pm and 3:30-5pm, Ahimsa Yoga founder of Keeping Track, 7-9pm in Textor Hall, Room Lifelong Schedule: 9:00 – 5:00 PM Tax Clinic; 10:00 – Center, Dewitt Mall, Ithaca, Information and additional 101, Ithaca College. 11:30 AM Asking the Right Questions “Bootcamp for class schedules at www.ithacayoga.org. Babies and Books, 10am, Ulysses Philomathic Library, 1 Sunday Aging Well” (Eric Clay); 10:15 – 11:15 AM S e n i o r Free Friday at Significant Elements, 9am-6pm, Trumansburg. AA, 9am, 518 W. Seneca St., Ithaca, Main Floor, Info., Seated Stretch and Tone – Trumansburg Library (Caryn Significant Elements Warehouse, corner of Center and Bird Walk, 7:30am, Lab of Ornithology, Ithaca. Come 387-5701. Sheckler); 12:30 – 1:30 PM Strength Training - South Plain Streets, our large quantity of over-stocked for a leisurely walk through the Sanctuary to look for All You Can Eat Breakfast!, 8am – 11am, Montour Lifelong (Debbie Bosanko); 2:00 – 4:00 PM L i v i n g goods are available on a first-come, first-served basis. birds. These 90 minute walks are aimed at beginner bird Falls Moose Lodge #426, 2096 Route 14, Montour Falls, Contemplatively with Earth (Neil Golder); 7:00 – 8:30 PM Everyone invited, 3rd Fridays of the month. Info. 277- watchers. Adults: $6, Kids 5-12: $4, Kids 0-4: FREE; Enjoy pan- Line Dance Lessons (Dancin’ Boots, Chuck and Terri 3450. Cornell Cinema’s IthaKid Film Festival, “The King and cakes, eggs, home fries, bacon, sausage gravy with bis- Haskin - (Not a Lifelong Activity; $5 fee to the Haskins); Frugal Friday, The Gemm Shop, Main St., the Mockingbird” (1980) Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 at 2pm. cuits, fruit, coffee and juice. Proceeds benefit the 5:00 – 6:00 PM Tai Chi - Lansing Library (John Trumansburg. Every Friday all items with a yellow Tickets $5 for adults and $4 for kids 12 and younger, American Cancer Society through the Relay For Life of Burger). price tag are 1/2 price, Call 387-5678 for more informa- Willard Straight Theatre, Cornell. Schuyler County, www.relayforlife.org/schuylercountyNY. Loaves & Fishes Community Kitchen, 5:30pm, tion. Cornell Department of Music Senior Recital: Eric Tan, Bird Walk, 7:30am, Lab of Ornithology, Ithaca. Come Loaves & Fishes, 210 N Cayuga St., Open to all, no lim- GIAC Open Lounge, 3:30-6pm, 301 West Court Street, piano 8pm, Barnes Hall. Winner of the 2011 Cornell for a leisurely walk through the Sanctuary to look for itations or requirements. Info., www.loaves.org. Ithaca, Game Room, Video Games, Open Gym & Field Concerto Competition performs piano sonatas by birds. These 90 minute walks are aimed at beginner bird Overeaters Anonymous, 12 Steps & 12 Traditions, 7- Trips. Beethoven (op. 111) and Chopin (op. 58) and Ravel's watchers. 8am, Unitarian Church Annex, 208 E Buffalo St., Rm Head Over Heals Gymnastics Unstructured Play- Alborada del gracioso from Miroirs. Bound For Glory Show, 8-11, Anabel Taylor Hall, 201, (enter through glass door, go to 2nd floor then Time, 10:30-11:30am, Sept9-June26, 215 Commercial Count Me In, 8pm, The Kitchen Theatre, State St., Cornell, with live sets at 8:30, 9:30, and 10:30. All through large room to last room on left.), Contact Judy Avenue, Ithaca,This open gym time is for parents and Ithaca. Info., http://www.kitchentheatre.org. three sets are different. Kids are always welcome. at 607-319-0573. children to play together. An adult must accompany chil- Family Storytime, 1pm, Southworth Library, Main St., Refreshments are available. For information, call Phil Preschool Storytime. Tompkins County Public Library, dren on the equipment. Ages 6 months - 5 years old. Dryden. Every 3rd saturday of the month. Info., 844- Shapiro at 844-4535, or e-mail [email protected] or 3-3:30pm, Thaler/Howell Programming Room. Pre- Pre-Registration is not required; Info., 273-5187, 4782. visit www.wvbr.com. school-aged children (3-5years) are invited to join us for www.headoverheelsgym.net. Food Scrap Recycling Drop Spots, 9am-12noon, Centennial Speaker Series, Village of Cayuga stories, songs, activities and fun, Info., 272-4557 ext. Interlaken Reformed Church Pantry, 3–6pm, 8315 Dryden Highway Department; 10am-1pm, Lansing Heights. Carol Sisler, author and preservationist, talks 275. Main Street, Interlaken, Free, fresh produce, breads, Villiage Office; The free service will allow residents to about the architectural history of the village; 4 pm at Primitive Pursuits series of information sessions about desserts, dairy and deli. For low to moderate incomes, expand their recycling options and reduce their trash dis- Marcham Hall, 836 Hanshaw Road. Info., http://cayuga- their upcoming Spring Wilderness Skills Instructor www.friendshipdonations.org. For a complete listing of posal costs. The material collected each week will be heightshistory.weebly.com/ for more information. Certification (WSIC) courses. SUNY ESF, Moon Library, daily pantries, see: www.211tompkins.org. taken to Cayuga Compost in Trumansburg for process- Cornell Department of Music, Ensemble X, 8pm, 5:30 pm Info., primitivepursuits.com Lifelong Schedule: 8:00 – 9:00 AM Enhance Your ing, with the resulting compost marketed to landscapers, Carriage House Cafe. "An American Tune" features works Rescue Mission Food Pantry , 9am-11am, 618 West Fitness - Lifelong, 119 W. Court St, Ithaca (Frank homeowners, and organizations as a soil amendment. by Tonia Ko, James Matheson, Andy Akiho, Daniel State St. Ithaca, Baskets available at the Rescue Mission Dangelo); 9:00 – 10:00 AM Tai Chi – Kendal Genealogy Study Group, 10am, Newfield Public Thomas Davis, and Timo Andres Food Pantry consist of three meals a day for three days (John Burger); 8:45 – 9:45 AM Enhance Your Library, Main St., Newfield. Count Me In, 4pm, The Kitchen Theatre, State St., for each person in the family. Info., www.htctc.org. Fitness - Juniper Manor (Melissa Weiner); 9:00 – 10:30 “The Goonies” film plays on the big screen at The State Ithaca. Info., http://www.kitchentheatre.org. Senior Dollar Day at Ithaca YMCA, YMCA of Ithaca, AM Knitting Circle (Irene Gleason) All Levels Welcome; Theatre of Ithaca at 7pm. Tickets at the State Theater Explorations of Our Imaginations - Artwork by R.C. Graham Road West, On Thursdays Senior non-members 9:00 – 1:00 PM Tax Clinic; 9:30 – 10:30 AM Strength Box Office, 105 West State Street, call (607) 277-8283 Buckley's fourth grade students. On Display through (60+) are welcome use the facilities for a $1. Info., Training @ St. Catherine of Siena Parish Hall, Room 3, or online at www.stateofithaca.com. February at the Lansing Community Library, 27 Auburn www.ithacaymca.com. 302 St. Catherine Circle, Ithaca (Debbie Bosanko); 10:15 Groton Food Providers, 10am–11:30am, 101 Road, Lansing. Buckley’s fourth grade students explored Tompkins Weekly January 26 13

techniques to create non-representational works of art. Mall, Ithaca, Information and additional class schedules Cass Park Ice Skating, Monday - Friday, 9:30am- were chosen for their ability to adapt to the region’s cli- They focused on the elements and principles of art. at www.ithacayoga.org. 11:30am; 11:45am-2:15pm; 2:30pm-5pm (5:30 on Fri); mate, The Rosamond Gifford Zoo is open daily from Students carefully crafted their hand drawn pieces and Infant Care Class, Every 1st Monday of the month, Friday & Saturday Evenings, 7 - 10 pm; Saturday & 10am-4:30pm, For information about the zoo, call (315) then reworked them into digital artworks using ipads. Cayuga Medical Center. The basics on the care and feed- Sunday, 2:30 - 5:15pm. 435-8511 or visit the zoo’s Web site. Students cut apart their individual digital artworks to ing of your little one in the first few weeks. Fee $25. Cass Park Pool, 701 Taughannock Blvd., Ithaca. Public Sciencenter Mini-Golf, Open through November 30 develop a large scale group piece. Free and open to the Information 274-4408 or www.cayugamed.org. Swim hours will be 12-7 pm on Weekends, 1-7 pm (weather permitting) 18 brand-new holes of putt-putt! public during regular hours. Introduction to Kundalini Yoga, 5:30-6:30pm, fast- Weekdays, Thurs., June 26th - Fri. Aug. 15th. Info., 607- Sciencenter members, $5; Toddlers (ages 0-3), free with "Fireplace" Contemporary Worship Service, 6-7PM, track yoga for any body-also followed by Chi-Kung 273-1090 or paid adult; Players (ages 4+), $6. Golf charges are sep- Lansing United Methodist Church Route 34B and Chinese self healing if there is interest, $10 or what you http://www.cityofithaca.org/departments/iyb/cass/pool arate from museum admission, member discount avail- Brickyard Road, Lansing. Modern praise music, fellow- can comfortably afford. Empty stomach, mat, and non- .cfm. able. Sciencenter, 601 1st St, Ithaca, Info., www.scien- ship and food in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. binding clothing please-for more info. call Rick at 607- Cayuga Center for Healthy Living Diabetes center.org or 607.272.0600. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA), 4- 319-4023. Education, Learn the skills you need to manage your Sewgreen, 112 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca. Many classes 5:30pm, 518 West State St., Ithaca, FA is a free 12-Step Ithaca College music, Guest tuba recital by Derek diabetes. On-going classes held at the Cayuga Center and times, all materials are supplied including a sewing recovery program for anyone suffering from Fenstermacher; 7p.m., Hockett Family Recital Hall, for Healthy Living. 5th floor, Island Health Center. For machine to use in class. All ages, Info., food obsession, overeating, under-eating, and bulimia. Whalen Center. information, 607-252-3590. www.sewgreen.org. Info. www.ithacacommunityrecovery.org. Ithaca College presentation, “Engage, Educate, Cayuga Lake Seido Karate, 17 Ridge Rd., Lansing. Smoking Cessation Classes, Are you ready to quit Food Scrap Recycling Drop Spots, 10am-2pm, Empower: A Strategic Approach to Meeting the Needs of Karate for youth and adults. Schedule and information at smoking? There has never been a better time to start Cornell Cooperative Extention, Willow Ave., Ithaca. The All Learners,” a Department of Health Promotion and www.cayugaseido.com or call 607-533-6049. working on your quit plan. CCHL is offering a group ces- free service will allow residents to expand their recycling Physical Education Speaker Series presentation by Climbing Wall "Kaylee's Climb", Daily Beginner sation series. Join this 8 class series for weekly support options and reduce their trash disposal costs. The mate- Luvelle Brown, superintendent of the Ithaca City School Climbing Fun, indoor individual / group instruction and and motivation. Fee for class, Call for information, 252- rial collected each week will be taken to Cayuga District; 7:30 p.m., G104, Hill Center. parties. Seishi Honbu, World Seishi Karate Headquarters, 3590- Cayuga Center for Healthy Living, Island Health Compost in Trumansburg for processing, with the result- Ithaca Kitchen Cupboard, 1:30-3pm, Salvation Army, 15 Catherwood Rd. Ithaca, for Information call: and Fitness Center. ing compost marketed to landscapers, homeowners, 150 N. Albany St., Ithaca. Every Monday, Info., 273- (607)277-1047 or www.seishijuku.com. Sunrise Yoga Center, 119 S. Cayuga St., Ithaca. Two and organizations as a soil amendment. 2400. Consumer HelpLine, Trained volunteers are available studios with several class days and times. Info., 607- Hatha Yoga, 2-3:30pm, Ahimsa Yoga Center, Dewitt Loaves & Fishes Community Kitchen, 12Noon, St. to help consumers explore their options regarding vari- 272-6108 or visit www.sunriseyoga.com. Mall, Ithaca, Information and more class schedules at John's Church, 210 N Cayuga St., Open to all, no limi- ous consumer issues including: New/Used Car Tai Chi Classes, Monday through Sunday, Taoist Tai Chi www.ithacayoga.org. tations or requirements. Info., www.loaves.org. Warranties, Credit, Money Management, Home Repairs, Society 1201 N. Tioga St. (old Fall Creek Pictures bldg.). International Folk Dancing, 7:30-9:30pm, Lifelong Muffin Mondays, 8am 'til gone! Dryden Community Home Maintenance, Insurances, Landlord/Tenant Rights For health, healing and fullness of life try Taoist Tai Chi. 119 W Court St, Ithaca. Teaching and recreational circle Center Cafe, 1 W. Main St. Dryden. Different home- & Responsibilities, Scams/Frauds, Merchandise For listing of class times visit us at and line dances from a variety of countries. No partners made, from scratch, muffins every week. Muffin Selection, Merchandise Complaints, Lead Based Paint http://www.ithaca.newyork.usa.taoist.org/, e-mail itha- needed. $5 donation requested. Info: 607/272-8907. Monday special $3.25 for a muffin & a 12oz. coffee. Issues, Asbestos, Indoor Air Quality, Working with a [email protected] or call 277-5491. Ithaca College music, Performance by the Symphony Info., 844-1500. Contractor, Radon Ventilation. Call 272-2292 weekdays, The Discovery Center, 60 Morgan Rd, Binghamton, Orchestra, conducted by graduate student Paul Grobey, Open Family Swim, 6pm-9pm, Tompkins Cortland 10 am to 2pm. Lots of things to see and do. Free weekend programs featuring works by Rossini and Tchaikovsky; 4 p.m., Ford Community College, Dryden, Fee, 844-8222. Cornell Cooperative Extention of Tompkins County, and Tuesday's Tales and Tunes also Tremendous Hall, Whalen Center. Out Loud Chorus, 7-8:30pm, Briar Patch Vet, 706 615 Willow Ave., Ithaca. Workshops, Events and Thursday's and many more learning activities. See Ithaca-Cortland PFLAG ( Parents & Friends of Lesbian Elmira Rd., Ithaca, Urban Choral Music. No auditions, no Infomation available at http://ccetompkins.org or call schedules for exact times, Info., www.thediscoverycen- And Gays, a support group) meets at 4pm, Interfaith experience necessary. Looking for new singers. All gen- 607-272-2292. ter.org. Center, 7 Calvert Street, Cortland. All interested people ders and sexual expressions welcome. Find out more at CSMA Classes, Please visit http://www.csma- The Hangar Theatre, 801 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, are welcome to attend. Info., www.pflagithacacort- www.outloudchorus.org. Email outloudchorusny@ ithaca.org/ for course descriptions, faculty bios, and to Performance information and tickets available at land.com.Le Garden Bakery Class, LAST Sunday of aol.com, or call 607-280-0374. register online. Need-based scholarships are available. www.hangartheatre.org. every month from 1-3pm, Gulf Rd., Lansing. Overeaters Anonymous Meeting, 7-8pm, Cortland Enroll online, in person, by mail, or by phone (607) 272- The Kitchen Theatre, 417 W. State / W. MLK, Jr. M u s e u m o f S c i e n c e a n d T e c h n o Memorial Nursing Facility, 134 Homer Ave., Basement 1474. Street, Ithaca, Find event listing at l o g y (MOST), 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse. “Extreme Conference Rm B, Info., (631) 804-8237. Fall Exhibition: “Brain Teasers 2”, Challenge your www.kitchentheatre.org. and for tickets call: (607) 272- Deep: Mission to the Abyss,” open all month. The new Overeaters Anonymous Meeting, 7pm-8pm, Just brain and problem-solving skills with an array of mind- 0570. exhibit sheds light on the mysteries in the ocean's great- Because Bldg., 1013 W. State St., Ithaca, phone: 607- bending mazes, mathematical conundrums, and baffling The Mini-Sub, Sciencenter, Tues-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun est depths, including unusual life forms, thermal vents, 592-5574. puzzles at the Sciencenter's fall exhibition, "Brain Teasers Noon-5pm. Come play inside this immersion theater and shipwrecks, and hands-on displays of deep-sea research Phil Shapiro's Group Folk Guitar Lessons start Feb. 2." Sciencenter, 601 1st St, Ithaca, Info., www.sciencen- take a peak at ocean life. A permanent exhibit developed submersibles. Cost for members, $6.50 for adults, 2 at Cornell. There are eight one-hour lessons, on ter.org or 607-272-0600. as part of the museum's Connect to the Ocean exhibition. $5.50 for children 2-17 and seniors age 65 and up. For Mondays in the International Lounge of Willard Straight Finger Lakes Fitness Center, Center Ithaca, lower 272-0600 or www.sciencenter.org. 601 First St. nonmembers, $10 for adults, $8 for children 2-11 or sen- Hall. Registration is at the first lesson. Bring a guitar. 7 level, Ithaca. Open 24hrs with a wide range of services The Potters Room, 109A The Commons, Ithaca. Ages iors age 65+. Info., (315) 425-9068, w w w . m o s t . o pm, beginners; 8 pm intermediates. The cost is $60, including group classes and personal training. Info., 607- 3 and up are welcome to take classes, all students will r g. payable at the first lesson. It is open to the general pub- 256-3532 or visit www.fingerlakesfitness.com. learn the basic skills needed to work with ceramic media, One Heart Community Drumming Circle, 3pm, lic. Info., , call Phil Shapiro at 844-4535, or e-mail at Food Resource Schedule, Find a full schedule of dates both on and off the wheel. Info., www.thenewgreen- Foundation of Light, Turkey Hill Road, Ithaca. All drums [email protected]. and times for food pantries in Tompkins County. The gates.com. are provided, Info., www.oneheartcommunitydrum Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Meeting, PTSD complete list can be found on the Human Services The State of the Art Gallery, 120 W. State St., Ithaca; ming.org. Ithaca is a Post Traumatic Stress Disorder support group Coalition of Tompkins County website at it is open 12noon-6pm, Wednesday-Friday, 12noon-5pm Open Family Swim Tompkins Cortland Community for individuals in and around Ithaca, NY who have been www.hsctc.org/index.php?page=local-food-resources or on Saturday and Sunday. College, Dryden. 1pm-4pm, Fee, 844-8222. diagnosed with (or think they may have) Post Traumatic call 211. The Yoga School, 141 The Commons, Ithaca. Ithaca’s “Our Brothers, Our Sisters’ Table” hot cooked com- Stress Disorder. Meetings are every Monday at 6:30 Freeskool Classes, Calendars with complete class source for the study of Ashtanga, Vinyasa, and Raja munity meal, 3pm, served at the Salvation Army, 150 p.m. Please call 607-279-0772 for more information. descriptions are being distributed throughout Ithaca and Yoga, Info., 607-592-4241 or N. Albany St. Ithaca. All welcome, No income guidelines. Rescue Mission Food Pantry , 9am-11am, 618 West are available online at http://ithacafreeskool.word- www.yogaschoolithaca.com. Overeaters Anonymous, 7-8pm, Cortland Memorial State St. Ithaca, Baskets available at the Rescue Mission press.com/class-descriptions. Tompkins Cortland Community College Extention Nursing Facility, 134 Homer Ave., Basement Conference Food Pantry consist of three meals a day for three days Glass in Nature Display, The Corning Museum of Center, 118 N. Tioga St., Ithaca. Offers adult learning Rm B, Info., (631) 804-8237. for each person in the family. Info., www.htctc.org. Glass, Daily, Glass Collection Gallery, Glass is a state of and flexible schedules at a convenient downtown loca- Overlook Apartments Food Pantry, 1263 Safety in the Early Years, Cayuga Medical Center. matter, and one that can be found throughout nature. tion. Visit www.tc3.edu or call 607-272-3025. Trumansburg Rd., Ithaca, Community Room, 12noon- Accident and injury prevention, first aid for choking and Included in Museum admission. Adult admission is Uncorked Creations, 102 N. Tioga St., Ithaca. A paint- 12:30, Info., www.friendshipdonation.org for dates. infant CPR. Fee, Info., 274-4408 or $12.50; kids and teens, 19 and under, free. Call (607) ing studio that brings people, art, and wine together. Recovering Couples Anonymous, 7-8pm, Main Floor, www.cayugamed.org. 937-5371 for more information. Info., 607-222-6005 or visit 518 W. Seneca St., Ithaca, RCA is a 12-step group for Spanish Classes, 1pm (intermediate), 2pm (beginner), Grisamore Farms, 4069 Goose St., Locke, U-Pick www.facebook.com/uncorkedithaca. couples wanting to restore commitment, communica- Ulysses Philomathic Library, Trumansburg. fruits, farm store, vegetables, events, Info., United Way of Tompkins County Volunteers tion & caring in their relationships. Open to all. Info., Tai-Chi, Increase your balance, sense of body aware- www.grisamorefarms.com. Needed, community volunteers needed to serve on its www.ithacacommunityrecovery.org. ness and well-being. Mondays 3:30-4:30pm. Growline, For help with questions about house plants, Fund Distribution and Evaluation Review Teams. These Sciencenter Lightapalooza! Local high school stu- Registration required. Info., www.ithacaymca.com. vegetables, flowers, herbs, lawns, trees and shrubs, volunteers will evaluate local health and human services dents demonstrate optical illusions, bend light, and make Tompkins County Library Schedule, 4:00PM- soils, plant health and nutrition, household pests, wildlife, organizations’ program outcomes and help to award the sound waves visible. Sciencenter, 601 1st St, Ithaca, NY 5:00PM, Thaler/Howell, GIAC Program. plant identification and pest management, call 272- donations received during the UWTC Community 14850. www.sciencenter.org or 272.0600. Tot Spot, 9:30-11:30pm, Ithaca Youth Bureau, October 2292. You can also e-mail your questions to Campaign. Please see the attached news release. Sciencenter, Moto-Inventions, Sundays in February, 1 21 thru April 30. A stay and play place for children ages [email protected]. For information about gardening Questions can be directed to Meg Cole at – 2 pm Invent contraptions that can move. Tinker with 5 mos. - 5 years and their grown-ups. Open M, Tu, Th, classes, contact Pat Curran, Horticulture Program [email protected] or by calling 607.272.6286. recycled materials and electricity to make whirling, mov- Sa mornings 9:30-11:30 at the IYB gym. 5mos - 12 mos Manager, 607-272-2292 or email [email protected]. Volunteer Opportunities in Tompkins County, sign-up ing machines. Sciencenter, 601 1st St, Ithaca, NY $2.50/1-5 yrs $4.50. Healthy Shopping and Healthy Cooking, Call for for various volunteer opportunities with flexible hours. 14850. www.sciencenter.org or 272.0600. Ulysses Historical Society Museum, 9-11am, 39 information, 252-3590, Cayuga Center for Healthy Info., Toll-free: 1-877-211-8667, www.211tompkins.org. West Village Apartments Food Pantry, 2:30-3:30pm, South St., Trumansburg, Genealogical research. Info., Living, 5th Floor Island Health Center. Volunteers Needed, Salvation Army, Ithaca, volunteers Chestnut St, outside of Apt. 637, Ithaca, For a complete 387-6666. Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, Cornell University, needed for the holiday Fund Drive, Info., 273-2400 or listing of daily pantries, see: www.211tompkins.org. VOICES Multicultural Chorus Rehearsal, 7-9pm, Ithaca, Tuesdays to Sundays, 10am-5pm, Always free visit www.redkettles.org. Western Square Dance Classes, Sunday evenings, Ithaca Unitarian Church Annex, 2nd floor, 208 E. Buffalo admission, [email protected], www.museum.cor- Walk-in Clinic, Ithaca Health Alliance, 521 West Seneca 7-8:30pm, Temple Beth-El social hall (corner of Tioga and St., Ithaca. Come at 6:30 to register or on line at nell.edu. St., Ithaca. See a doctor if you don’t have insurance. Court streets in Ithaca). This activity can be enjoyed by http://ithacacommunitychoruses.org/g-voices. Ithaca Boat Tours, May-October, Narrated tours, Red Free services buy donations are appreciated. Call for people of all ages. No special dancing skills are required. Watercolor Painting, 10am, Ulysses Philomathic Hook Charters, Floating Classroom. A variety for every- schedule 607-330-1253 or email outreach@ithaca- We’ll have fun learning dance steps that are used world- Library, Trumansburg. one, For tickets and information visit http://ithacaboat- health.org. wide, Free for all, Information, Richard Rosenfield at Winter Sprouts, 10:30-11:30am, Mama Goose, 430 tours.com or call607-697-0166. Weekly Wonders, Mondays - Fridays in August, 2 pm, 607-257-1638 or [email protected]. West State Street, Ithaca. No need to pre-register and Ithaca Swimming Club, 124 Uptown Road, Ithaca. For Guests are invited to participate in hands-on activities led Winter Free Day, 11am-5pm, Museum of the Earth, donations accepted. information and schedules visit www.ithacaswimclub.org by our Future Science Leaders. New activity each week. Trumansburg Rd., Ithaca and Cayuga Nature Center, Women's Self-Defense, Mondays 7-9PM, Special per- or call 607-266-9574. Sciencenter, 601 1st St, Ithaca, www.sciencenter.org or Taughannock Blvd., Ithaca. Visit both places free of sonal defense and safety training workshops for women Ithaca Wegmans' W-Kids Fun Center, Wegmans 607-272-0600. charge. and teen girls only. Professional instruction, confidence, SuperMarket. The Sciencenter is partnering with Wine and Design, 124 S. Cayuga St., Ithaca. Wine and practical techniques, body language and performance. Wegmans to bring kids more hands-on science fun. Design is an art studio offering fun and lively art classes. Seishi Honbu, 15 Catherwood RD. Ithaca, (607) 277- These free activities change monthly & are designed for Bring your own food and beverage of choice and enjoy a 2 Monday 1047 www.seihijuku.com. children 3-8 yrs. relaxing and pressure free creative environment. Info., Zen Meditation Practice, Every Monday 5:30-6:30pm, J.M. McDonald Sports Complex Ice Skating, 4292 AA, 9am, 518 W. Seneca St., Ithaca, Main Floor, Info., Anabel Taylor Hall, Cornell, founders Room. Sponsored Fairgrounds Dr, Cortland, come for Open skating, Skate 607-738-6884 or www.wineanddesignus.com/ithaca. 387-5701. by the Ithaca Zen Center. Prior sitting experience or n Shoot, Freestyle skating, Adult and youth hockey, Women’s Opportunity Center Retail Training "A Fresh Chapter", 6-8pm, 1st & 3rd Mondays, Cancer attendance of an orientation session required to partici- Lunch skate and Rock n Skate sessions. Visit www.jmm- Program and women’s clothing boutique at 110 West Resource Center, Ithaca. Have you faced cancer or pate.For information or to schedule an orientation, con- complex.com for full list of times. Court St. Check us out for great prices on new and used some other life changing event? Do you recognize that tact Tony @ 277-1158 or Marissa @ 272-1419. Karate for Adults and Children, Emphasizing natural clothing. Shop local, shop green, support your communi- you can't go back to "life as usual" but you aren't sure focus, discipline, personal enrichment and perform- ty and our program! Call 256-9957, www.secondson- what your new "normal" is yet? Then the new Fresh ance. Instruction classes for students, as young as, 3.5 court.com. Chapter group is for you. In a safe & supportive environ- Everyday years old. Official Seishi Honbu Karate, 15 Catherwood Workforce NY Workshops, Tompkins Workforce NY, ment, using music, writing, guided meditations, and art Road, Ithaca, (607) 277-1047, www.seihijuku.com. 171 E. State Street, Center Ithaca Building, Room 241, activities, we will take time to rediscover ourselves, iden- Abovoagogo Studio is a fun urban outpost for training KidFit: A Weight Management Program, Kidfit is an Ithaca, Info., (607) 272-7570 ext. 126, tify what is truly meaningful, dare to dream and chart new in the fine arts and a place for events. Classes for kids on-going medically based health and fitness program for http://www.tompkinscountyny.gov/wfny, Email: paths for our lives. Info., 277-0960. start at 4 years old, after school, Saturdays and during twelve-week membership. Enrollment fee. Health [email protected]. All Saints Bingo, 6pm, All Saints Church, 347 Ridge school breaks. Call Stiller 607 262 6562 or Check out assessment and interview required. Exercise using tread- Writing Through The Rough Spots Classes, Writing Rd., Lansing, 533-7344. the website for more information abovoagogo.com. mills, bikes, and weights. Nutrition lectures, Guidelines can help to create clarity about challenging situations. Artist Emily Ryan Solo Watercolor Exhibition Acting Out New York, 171 The Commons, Professional on healthy eating. For information or to enroll, call Jamie www.WritingRoomWorkshops.com, “Impromptu Happening: Perspectives in the Wistful actress and Coach teaches on-camera acting. Put your Balas, 607-252-3590, Cayuga Center for Heathy Living [email protected] Landscape.” Experimental Studio, Cornell University, kid in the spotlight and discoverwhat a difference the per- at Island Health Center. YMCA After-school programs, One at the Y facility Ithaca. On display Feb. 2-6 at the Experimental Studio, forming arts can make in the life of your little star. Info., Lansing Jazzercise Center, 3100 N. Triphammer and two at offsite locations: Cassavant School in the 921 University Ave., Olive Tjaden Hall, 1st floor. The 310-717-5405 or visit www. actingoutnewyork.com. Road, Lansing, for class times visit jazzercise.com or call Dryden district and Groton Elementary. Cassavant and opening reception will be held on Thursday, Feb. 5, from After School Personal Enrichment M-F, Program 218-4221. Groton also offer a before school program. 5:30-6:30pm. registrations, open for all school age children. M-F. Little Voices Music & Motion, various locations and Registration required. www.ithacaymca.com. Cortland Youth Center, Open from 12-9pm. Info: Seishi Honbu, 15 Catherwood RD. Ithaca, (607) 277- class times in Tompkins County. Children learn through YMCA Childcare, The Y offers 3 childcare rooms, avail- www.cortland.org/youth or call 753-0872. 1047 www.seihijuku.com. use of music, dance and play. For full class schedule and able for up to 2 hours per child per day. Rock-a-Bye (6 Drawing through Time, 2pm, Museum of the Earth, Ahimsa Yoga Center, DeWitt Mall, Ithaca. A traditional information visit www.littlevoicesmusic.com. weeks to 21 months), Lots-o-Tots (6 weeks to age 4), Trumansburg Rd., Ithaca. Cool down with drawing yoga center with class levels ranging from Deep Mighty Yoga, 106 W. State St., Ithaca. A welcoming, Stay-n-play (ages 3-9). Registration required for morn- through times ice age series. Info., www.museu- Relaxation through livel IV Asana. Info., 607-280-0190 or fun, and supportive space where people can discover, ing times. www.ithacaymca.com. moftheearth.org. visit www.ithacayoga.com. explore, and expand their yoga practice. Info., 607-272- Dryden Kitchen Cupboard, 11-12noon, Dryden Al-Anon, 9am, 518 W. Seneca St., Ithaca, Meeting open 0682 or visit www.mightyyoga.com. Presbyterian Church, 6 North St., Dryden. Every Monday, to anyone affected by another person’s drinking. Info., Museum of Science and Technology, 500 S. Franklin Info., 844-8321. 387-5701. St., Syracuse, science and technology center, inspiring Emergency Food Pantry, 2:30-4:30pm, Tompkins Anna’s Movement Arts, Kids Yoga, Figure Skating, and all generations through hands-on education and entertain- Submit Your Community Action, 701 Spencer Rd., Ithaca. Provides Dance for ages 2 to adult. Information www.annagoehn- ment. Info., (315)425-9068 or visit www.most.org. individuals and families with 2-3 days worth of nutritious er.blog.com. Museum of the Earth, Trumansburg Rd., Ithaca, Hours: food and personal care items. Info. 273-8816. Auburn Public Theatre, 8 Exchange St., Auburn. Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10am-5pm, Calendar Listing: Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA), 7- Workshops and shows for all ages. Info., 315-253-6669 Sunday 11am-5pm, Closed Tuesday and Wednesday • 8:30pm, 518 West State St., Ithaca, FA is a free 12-Step or visit www.auburnpublictheater.org. from Labor Day to Memorial Day, Closed Thanksgiving visit tompkinsweekly.com recovery program for anyone suffering from Birkram's Yoga Classes, Bikram's Yoga is 26 postures Day. Visit us on the web at www.museumoftheearth.org. food obsession, overeating, under-eating, and bulimia. with two breathing exercises, 90 minutes in a VERY warm Music & Motion, Ithaca, Homegrown music classes and click on submissions Info. www.ithacacommunityrecovery.org. room. Classes every day. Info., (607) 269-9642 or for the young and young at heart, For kids up to age 5 Free GED classes, Tompkins Workforce NY, 5:30pm- www.bikramyoga.com. (loosely) with parent. Puppets, instruments, parachutes! • 8:30pm; Call 257-1561 to register. Bright Red Bookshelf Book Drive, The Family Reading Participation encouraged, CD of original Kids Music deadline for submissions is GIAC Open Lounge, 3:30-6pm, 301 West Court Street, Partnership, located in Ithaca, New York, is a coalition of included, For class dates and times visit www.mumo- Ithaca, Game Room, Video Games, Open Gym & Field organizations, individuals, schools, libraries and busi- tion.com or contact Miss Angie at Wednesday at 1pm Trips. nesses that is working to create a "culture of literacy" by [email protected] (607) 319-4736. Groton Library Book Club, 6pm, Groton Public Library, promoting family reading practices in the community and Quirks of Nature: Environmental Cartoons by • meets every 2nd Monday of the month. Info., 898-5055. beyond. If you have gently used books to donate please Rosemary Mosco, December 4 2014 - June 9, 2015, email: [email protected] Harmony Falls Women's A Cappella Chorus, contact: 607-277-8602, Email: Borg Warner Gallery, Museum of the Earth, Trumansburg • rehearsals 7- 9pm every Monday at TBurg Seneca Rd [email protected]. Rd., Ithaca. Quirks of Nature features the work of digital fax 607-347-4302 Baptist Church. Women of all ages and singing ability Cascades Indoor Waterpark, Open to the public 7 artist Rosemary Mosco, supported by specimens from • invited to their special Summer Sing program. days a week. from 12noon to close. Call 1-800-955- PRI’s collections and the voices of local experts. : Tompkins Weekly www.HarmonyFallsChorus.com. 2754 of visit http://cascadesindoorwaterpark.com for Rosamond Gifford Zoo, Syracuse, Open year round, write Hatha Yoga, 6-7:30pm, Ahimsa Yoga Center, Dewitt information or to purchase tickets. 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20 percent the 2008 greenhouse gas and satisfactorily addressed,” your memories, Rachel picks up the emissions by 2020 and 80 percent by Snyder says. phone. As she tells her Reunion Pipeline 2050. The new pipeline would allow Morey looks to continue the work Chair to “count me in” you’ll find for a free natural gas hook-up for he has started with the legislature yourself applauding her willing- Continued from page 1 homes located within 100 feet of the as supervisor. “First of all, we’ve ness to move forward and reengage when in fact they had not. pipeline. been working on consolidation of with her past, this time on her own Negus said she accompanied a NYSEG is owned by Iberdola, a services thoughout the county terms. contractor walking door-to-door to multinational company based in municipalities. The success in the the majority of households where Spain and operating in dozens of past is with health insurance. easements are sought. “We would countries. In addition to NYSEG, Recently, we’ve also looked into Latest Living Wage never say to not go to a lawyer. It’s a Iberdola is the parent company of court systems and into sharing of legal document,” she said. Rochester Gas and Electric information technology services. Employers Named The easement grants NYSEG a Company, and several other utili- Other issues of concern are emer- The Tompkins County Workers' permanent right of way “…for the ties in the northeastern U.S. gency preparedness and infrastruc- Center has announced that it now underground transmission and/or ture such as roads, and I know we has 90 certfied Living Wage distribution of natural and/or are also looking into energy feasi- Employers, with the addition of manufactured gas for public or pri- Election bility studies. We also have to pro- five such employers. vate use….” mote a community environment They are Sunny Days of Ithaca, Sloan asked whether it would be Continued from page 1 that encourages youth services,” he possible to add a transmission line says. 123 S. Cayuga Street, Ithaca; Court adjacent to the distribution line in youth services such as youth Street Chiropractic of Ithaca, 122 the future. “This easement is a employment. Groton and sections W.Court Street, Ithaca; St. Paul’s camel’s nose. I can understand peo- of Lansing and Dryden which are MLK United Methodist Church and St. ple’s concerns, he said. included in District 9 are rural Paul's Nursery School, 402 N. Bovie explained that a transmis- areas,” says Morey. Continued from page 2 Aurora Street, Ithaca; Trumans- sion line and distribution line Snyder looks to make his voice continue work on initiatives she burg Community Nursery School, should be four to six feet apart. It heard for the people of the District. began, just as she did years ago P.O. Box 18, Trumansburg; and might be possible to put the two “I have worked for Tompkins with her predecessors. Weaver Wind Energy, 233 Cherry lines next to one another in the County for the past five years and Christine Christian, co-president Street, Ithaca. right of way, he said. have always wanted to make a dif- of GIAC’s board of directors, had These businesses employ a total Bovee said the initial flow capac- ference. I can think of no greater the final word. “You can’t see GIAC of 25 workers. This brings the total ity of the line is 700 thousand cubic contribution to my town and the without thinking of Marcia and of workers, countywide and feet per hour. Of this amount, towns and villages around me than you can’t say Marcia without think- regionally, who are working for 328,000 cubic feet per hour will be to be a strong voice for the voters of ing of GIAC,” she said with a wide Living Wage Employers up to over used to meet existing needs, pro- the 9th District,” he says. smile. As the celebration drew to a 2,930 people. vide backup power, and provide gas There are many issues facing close, she appealed to audience The Workers’ Center initiated for proposed new developments. their constituents and each candi- members to ask themselves what the Living Wage Employer This raises the question of what date has some ideas for what they their contribution will be in the Certifica-tion Program in 2006 to will be done with the remaining look forward to working on if elect- coming year and to “work together, publicly recognize and reward capacity. ed. be together, and love each other.” those employers who pay a living “The pipe is over-designed by a “Making Groton and its rural wage. Any employer in the private, factor of 20,” said Anthony neighbors a safe and peaceful place Home public, and non-profit sectors is Ingraffea, an engineering professor to live is the top item on my agenda. at Cornell. eligible to apply. Employment that pays a living Continued from page 9 Go to www.tcworkerscenter.org/ Aside from questions regarding wage for everyone who needs a job community/certified-employers to the easement and the pipeline’s is also critical. My action plan will and, as her ethereal friend astutely find out which employers are capacity, some residents object to always include making sure that notes, he usually tends to pop into building new infrastructure that every tax dollar that is spent is used her mind when she’s trying to fig- Living Wage-Certified, as well as to will continue the county’s depend- effectively and efficiently. I want ure something out. With her new download criteria and an applica- ence on fossil fuels. Tompkins every voter to be confident that awareness that it’s impossible to tion form. County’s stated goal is to reduce by their concerns will be promptly recapture the past, except for in

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