Apparently there’s this thing every January or February. A bunch of guys in armor run at each other at full speed in what seems to be a regimented game of keep-away. It’s called the …
Jon Majka will open his first solo show today at the Cortland Corset Factory in an exhibit showcasing his “memento mori” inspired work – a latin phrase meaning “remember you …
Feb. 14 is for your significant other, but Feb. 13 is Galentine’s Day – a day to spend with the special ladies in your life. The holiday was created on the NBC show “Parks and …
It started with a mistake. I had visited one of my favorite farmers and grabbed what I thought was a bag of salad greens. It turns out it was spinach — tasty and fresh and all that, but …
The Dowd Gallery of Fine Arts a SUNY Cortland will have a pair of exhibitions in February of art, including work from an Ithaca artist who focuses on the dream of utopia. “Parts and …
On Jan. 26, 1949, the monumental Hale Telescope saw its first light. With a staggering 200-inch diameter mirror, Hale became the largest telescope in the world for a 30-year run. Work on Hale …
While it may be nice sipping coffee with a cop, watching his favorite childhood movie with him may form a deeper connection. The Center for the Arts of Homer is hosting “Westerns with the …
I often tell people that I was the Big Bad Wolf, and I was. But I don’t often mention that I was also the Gingerbread Man. My first job as a 16-year-old high school student in New …
The winners Choreography: Chase the Sun- Tamara Congdon Crossing Over- Victoria Congdon Hold Yourself- Megan Perioli Musical Composition: Conversation for Cello and …
While it’s easy to stay inside and cozy up under a pile of blankets, this weekend is all about embracing the cold as the 22nd annual Homer WinterFest kicks off Friday. The weekend of …
Over the years, I’ve found myself at a couple of chili cook-offs, and some wonderfully inventive takes on the Tex-Mex stew. Now, there are as many different concepts of “chili” …
The Great Backyard Bird Count from Feb. 14 to 17 will attract birders from Cortland to the Republic of the Congo — anywhere you can find birds in a program the Cornell Lab of Ornithology …
On Jan. 3, 1999, NASA launched an ambitious spacecraft named Mars Polar Lander. As the name suggests, its main objective was to land at the south pole of Mars and dig for water ice via a …
Here’s a sampling of what’s going on in the greater Cortland area. MUSIC Jan. 17: Colleen Kattau and Harmonic Dirt, 7 p.m., Virgil Community Living Center, 1208 Church St., …
My wife is nuts for trail mix. As snacks go, it’s a pretty good one. Nuts and seeds have a good amount of protein and fiber. Fruit has fiber, too, plus a variety of nutrients. She nibbles …
Going outside in the blustery winter weather can feel like a chore, and it’s easy to lay under a pile of blankets all day. But if you’re looking to challenge yourself in the New Year, try …
A brush can connect with a canvas, or a dancer’s feet can connect with the floor after a leap. All art at the Community Arts Challenge was created to connect in some way or another. More …
What started as a one-time festival gig in 2021 has turned into a band touring America to support its album. Big Richard will bring its acoustic tunes influenced by bluegrass, country and pop to the …
A new year means new goals – new ambitions, new plans or maybe new skills. Opportunities are coming up for you to learn from the masters of many different crafts, whether it’s …
Now that 2024 has come to a close, now is the perfect time to reflect on all that has happened within the spaceflight industry in the past year. SpaceX had a huge year, launching more than 120 …
Instead of transforming a canvas, artists are transforming the hallway of an old factory into a gallery space that embodies their work. Homer-based artist Jessica Zimmerman will open her first …
January is a time of new beginnings. New hobbies, new skills and new fitness goals. Now, you can sample some new healthy habits, and maybe win a prize along the way. Seven Valleys Health …
Months after their shows have closed, professional actors, SUNY Cortland students, performing interns and greater Cortland area residents are being recognized for their skills – but audience …
Anything can strike inspiration — even an old trinket on a shelf. Every month, authors Lynn Olcott and Kristin Yarnell run “Secondhand Stories,” a short writing workshop at …
Here’s a sampling of what’s going on in the greater Cortland area. HOLIDAY EVENTS Dec. 31: Midnight on Main, 9 pm. to 1 a.m., downtown Cortland. Dec. 31: Dancin’ …
