Glass Pumpkins Bring Fall Visitors to Corning

The Corning Museum of Glass is drawing crowds this fall as visitors watch artists transform molten glass into colorful pumpkins. From tiny, one-of-a-kind creations to the museum’s giant glass pumpkin, the seasonal tradition showcases the creativity and craftsmanship behind each piece.

CAP networking event brings artists, creative activities to Trumansburg on Friday

Artists and creative people from across Tompkins County are invited to an evening of conversation, connection, and hands-on art activities at the Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts on Friday, October 23rd, from 5:30–7pm. The Community [...]

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Lake Country Players to put on ‘Once Upon a Mattress’

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (WETM) – The Lake Country Players will perform the comedy musical “Once Upon a Mattress” in early November. The performance will be held at the Watkins Glen High School Auditorium Thursday, Nov. 5 through Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 8 at 2 p.m. Ticket sales will start 45 […]

Today in Local Music and Community: Sunday October 18, 2026

Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Jacob Jay at Jazzboline Restaurant & Bar. 9am – 230pm. Sara Elizabeth at Hamburg Brewing Company. 10am – 1pm. Sidewalk Sale at Fitz Books....

The Factory Holiday Art Market

Get lost in the maze of artist studios and discover our curated artists throughout the main halls. Don’t worry—we’ll provide a map! Along the way, you’ll find delightful handcrafted gifts, delicious food, live music, plenty of fun, and an art gallery to explore. Stop by our beloved receptionist to begin your adventure featuring more than 80 artists. We can’t wait to see you there! Held at Artist Alley on the ground floor of the South Hill Business Campus in Ithaca, NY. Shop over 80 artists in a factory setting. Friday, December 4 from 4-8pm, Saturday, December 5 from 10am-4pm, Sunday, December 6 from 10am-4pm.

Local History Post of the Week: October 16, 2026

– Vintage Article(s) of the Week. This week our stand alone articles are all about Corning’s World War I Flying Ace – Reginald Sinclaire!. Briefly, Reginald Sinclaire was born in Corning, was interested in flight from an early age and joined the French Foreign Legion becoming a fighter pilot in France before the United States entered World War I. For his outstanding service, he was awarded the French Croix de Guerre citation by the French government in 1918 – which is what the following article reports. The two related items include a piece from the Leader (1976) giving an overview of his World War I career, and his obituary from the Leader; he died in 1989, and had lived in Colorado Springs, Colorado for decades – but was buried here, in Hope Cemetery.

Chemung County Historical Society marks 20th annual Ghost Walk in Elmira

The Chemung County Historical Society is celebrating its 20th annual Ghost Walk this weekend, bringing lesser-known stories from the area's history to life through live theater. More than 500 people have signed up for 20 tours featuring actors from Elmira Little Theatre portraying historical figures and sharing their stories. The...

Things to do this weekend

OCTOBER THURSDAY 15 – SUNDAY 18. A year after Lynx disappears, his midnight return forces his girlfriend and best friend to confront grief, anger and their attempts to move forward in Sender. McCarroll Theatre, Dillingham Center. 953 Danby Road, Ithaca, NY. Running to Places - Decendants the Musical. OCTOBER...

Toggenburg Mountain resort in Fabius gets new owners and revival plans

Doug Wheeler and his family have purchased the Toggenburg ski area in Fabius, New York, with plans to restore the property for a potential reopening during the 2027-28 ski season.

Inside Collegetown Jazz Club’s Masquerade

On the night of Sept. 26, the Theta Delta Chi fraternity mansion was filled with masquerade masks, candlelit tables and the sound of live jazz. Guests entered with beautiful dresses and put on their masks before taking their seats for the Collegetown Jazz Club's Masquerade. The club paired two set-lists of live jazz with small plates, turning the almost century-old mansion into an intimate jazz club for the night.

Klezmer Fund-raising Concert in Waverly on Nov. 15

A Klezmer Fund-raising Concert will be held on Sunday, November 15, from 2-4 pm, at the Waverly High School, 1 Frederick St., Waverly, NY, featuring the Klezmer Ensemble at Cornell University. The concert is sponsored by the Penn-York Jewish Community in partnership with the Jewish Center and Federation of the Twin Tiers. Tickets cost $20 for adults and $10 for students, and may be purchased online in advance at www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/klezmer-concert-waverly-high-school or at the door.

Corning Museum of Glass to feature Empire Brick Con

CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) – The Corning Museum of Glass (CMoG) has stated that Empire Brick Con, the family-friendly LEGO event, will return for one weekend in October.  On Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, CMoG will bring back Empire Brick Con and feature artists from across the country for activities, demonstrations and more.  This year, the studio […]

News10: Beyond The Headlines: Waterloo man finds World War II POW records in hidden crawl space

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — When decluttering, you expect certain items to surface: Old ornaments, pictures of an ex-boyfriend, that one cord you’ve been trying to find for months. The list goes on. When a Waterloo man decided to clean out his garage last year, he found something extraordinary. And...

Conservative Voices in New York’s Progressive Era

Theodore Roosevelt, governor in 1899-1901, went on to lead progressive reform as US President in 1901-1909. New York’s progressives are well documented in history books. But at the same time, and much less well known, there were also important conservative voices in New York. They concentrated on opposing or trying to slow down reform and asserting that government’s intrusive policies were undermining personal liberties.

This Famous New York Museum Showcases Stunning Glass Art And Lets Visitors Create Their Own Keepsakes

Most museums have one very clear rule: do not touch. This one gets a little more interesting. You can watch molten glass turn into something recognizable, then try a hands-on project of your own with expert help. That changes the whole museum mood pretty quickly. The galleries cover thousands of...

Binghamton’s Belden Tunnel Has a Wild Railroad History

Belden Tunnel in eastern Broome County took years to build and helped complete a vital railroad connection to Binghamton.

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The Forgotten Slave Rebellions That Shaped America

In the early morning hours of April 6, 1712, New York City was rocked by an uprising that most Americans have never heard of today. Around 23 enslaved Africans set fire to a building on Maiden Lane and then attacked white colonists who responded to the blaze. In the chaos, nine white people were killed and six were injured. The rebellion was quickly crushed, but the aftermath was brutal: over 70 Africans were arrested, and 27 were executed. This revolt led colonial authorities to pass even harsher slave codes, aiming to prevent future uprisings. According to historians, this event exposed the deep fear of rebellion among white colonists and highlighted the simmering resistance among enslaved people in the North, not just the South.

Ithaca College’s “Three Sisters” and Season Preview

The work of Russian playwright Anton Chekhov is seldom seen on Ithaca stages, perhaps partly because conveying his ironic mix of comedy and everyday tragedy is a challenge for any actor. But Ithaca College’s School of Music, Theatre, and Dance, which offers its majors experience in a range of genres, has opened its season with his complex 1901 classic, “Three Sisters.”