BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscover y.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fro m CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/ithaca-ny/outdoors.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H X-WR-CALDESC:Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscove ry.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information fr om CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - ithaca-ny (outdoors) BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Underground Auburn Retreat Fall 2026 DTSTART:20260905T123000Z DTEND:20260905T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T122515Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53830118638518 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join the Unity Center on this new stop on the Underground Retr eat! This immersive walking tour will take you through the hidden history of Auburn\, New York. You'll learn about the various stops on the Undergro und Railroad throughout the city\, abolitionists that walked the same stre ets you do today & other exciting nuggets of history you may not have know n while visiting the final home of Harriet Tubman.\n\nPick up will be in f ront of Campus Center (U Parking Lot) at 8:30 am. Participants must return with the group at the end of the tour. Lunch provided.\n\nThis is a walki ng tour so please wear comfortable clothing and shoes and bring a water bo ttle and other accommodations you may need. We will have multiple stops & breaks for rest. If you have additional accommodation needs please reach o ut to the UC email (unitycenter@ithaca.edu). LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T122515Z LOCATION:Campus Center Parking Lot (front entrance) Departure point URL:https://events.ithaca.edu/event/underground-auburn-retreat-fall-2026 X-SOURCE-NAME:IC Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.ithaca.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20260905T140000Z DTEND:20260905T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52648761891978 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. Pre-registration is not required.\n\nInstructors: Volunteer Garden Guides \n\nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Wel come Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/saturday-botanic-gardens-highlights-t our X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Take a walk in the natural lands DTSTART:20260905T160000Z DTEND:20260905T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T122926Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53874365159469 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:We will start our trek up the natural lands from 12-1 and then enjoy snacks and drinks after that! We will meet in the T3 lounge LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T122926Z LOCATION:T3 lounge URL:https://events.ithaca.edu/event/take-a-walk-in-the-natural-lands X-SOURCE-NAME:IC Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.ithaca.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:King Alcohol Ends Reign: Ithaca’s Prohibition History Walking To ur DTSTART:20260905T213000Z DTEND:20260905T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001557Z UID:10007497-1788629400-1788633000@www.downtownithaca.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:In the early 1900s\, Ithaca\, NY earned some colorful nickname s: “Sodom\,” “Sin City\,” and “Rum Town\, USA.” Long before na tional Prohibition took hold\, Ithacans were already battling over booze\, morality\, and modernity. \n“King Alcohol Ends Reign” is a 10-block w alking tour through downtown Ithaca that traces the city’s spirited (and often surprising) history with Prohibition. Led by trained docents from T he History Center\, this 60–70 minute experience takes you to the actual sites of speakeasies\, dry raids\, church protests\, saloons\, and reform rallies—uncovering how Ithaca became one of the first cities in New Yor k State to go dry. \nThrough historic images\, newspaper headlines\, and s tories of resistance and reform\, you’ll see the city in a whole new lig ht. Whether you’re a local or just visiting\, you’ll never look at dow ntown Ithaca the same way again. \nTours are Thursday-Saturday at 5:30 PM \nWhat: 75 minute walking tour \nWhere: The History Center in Tompkins Co unty\, 110 N Tioga St\, Ithaca NY 14850 \nWho: This tour is designed for a ges 16-116 \nWear Comfortable Shoes\, Bring an Umbrella\, Jacket\, and Wat er Bottle \nWeather – this tour takes place rain or shine! In case of se vere weather\, we’ll determine cancellations by 10:30 am the morning-of. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001557Z LOCATION:The History Center in Tompkins County\, 110 N Tioga St\, Ithaca\, 14850 URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/king-alcohol-ends-reign-ithacas-p rohibition-history-walking-tour-2/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Ithaca X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/summer-concert-series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Unsung Ithaca\, Downtown Walking Tour DTSTART:20260905T213000Z DTEND:20260905T224500Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001557Z UID:10008217-1788629400-1788633900@www.downtownithaca.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Ithaca’s history isn’t only written by the people whose na mes ended up on buildings. Unsung Ithacans is a new walking tour from The History Center in Tompkins County that starts and ends at 110 North Tioga Street\, winding through The Commons\, down State Street\, and into DeWitt Park to visit the people who quietly shaped this city. You’ll meet a Gr eek immigrant whose candy shop perfumed an entire block\, a husband-and-wi fe pair of doctors and scholars who desegregated a hospital and a universi ty\, a city missionary who founded a children’s home\, a young woman who gave her unwanted suitors nicknames like “Expire\,” a minister who ta lked her way into a doctorate no German university would grant a woman\, a nd a bulldog who rode the train to Cornell football games and once got arr ested. \nUsing historic photographs\, maps\, and firsthand newspaper accou nts\, guides bring these stories back to life at the very spots where they happened. Their lives span the late 1700s through the modern day\, and to gether they show how Ithaca got built\, created\, and cooked into the plac e it is now. \nTour Details\n\nSchedule: Thursdays through Saturdays\, 5:3 0–6:45 PM\, through September 19\, 2026\nDuration: 75 minutes\nRoute: Si dewalks\, gravel paths\, and grass\, with a slight incline\nAges: 16–116 \nCost: $15\n\nWear comfortable shoes and bring an umbrella\, jacket\, and water bottle. \nWeather: This tour takes place rain or shine. In case of severe weather\, cancellations will be determined by 10:30 AM the morning of the tour. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001557Z LOCATION:The History Center in Tompkins County\, 110 N Tioga St\, Ithaca\, 14850 URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/event/unsung-ithaca-downtown-walking-to ur/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Downtown Ithaca X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.downtownithaca.com/summer-concert-series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20260906T140000Z DTEND:20260906T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52649311235052 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. P re-registration is not required.\n\nInstructor: Volunteer Garden Guides\n\ nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/sunday-botanic-gardens-highlights-tou r X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sapsucker Sits DTSTART:20260908T133000Z DTEND:20260908T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52755460532214 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday from 9:30 – 11:00 AM for stationary bi rding on the shore of Sapsucker Woods Pond. The pavilion area offers a par tially-shaded spot to observe birds around the pond\, woods\, and feeder g arden area. Binoculars and spotting scopes are available for use and staff will gladly provide tutorials at any time. Folding chairs are available f or all attendees but please feel free to bring your own seat. Come and go as you please. \n \n\nThank you in advance for leaving your pets at home a s they are not permitted on our grounds. \n\nThis free event is open to an yone who wants to enjoy birds and nature! No registration is required. Rai n or shine. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, Visitor Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/sapsucker-sits-1996 X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mindful Birding at Sapsucker Woods DTSTART:20260909T160000Z DTEND:20260909T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52392540992398 CATEGORIES:outdoors,wellness DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful mid-day break for Mindful Birding at th e Cornell Lab of Ornithology. From the comfort of the Visitor Center’s o bservatory\, we’ll enjoy a warm indoor space with a beautiful view of Sa psucker Woods Pond. We will provide binoculars and seating. Feel free to s top by for a little while or attend for the full hour. \n\n \n\nWe’ll be gin with a brief sensory warm-up to help connect with the natural world\, spend quiet time observing the pond and its birdlife\, and conclude with a reflection exercise.\n\n \n\nMindful Birding blends traditional birdwatch ing with mindfulness practices to help participants slow down\, tune in\, and deepen their appreciation for both birds and the present moment.\n\n \ n\nThis session is designed to:\n\nPromote overall well-being and calmImpr ove observation and listening skillsFoster a more intentional understandin g of birdlifeEvery 2nd Wednesday at noon. No prior birding or mindfulness experience is necessary. Free and open to the public. All are welcome. No registration required.\n\n \n\nAccessibility:\nThis is a stationary birdin g session\, intentionally designed for birders with mobility consideration s.We will provide folding chairs and benches. \n\n \n\nDisability Access I nformation\n\nOur parking lot has six van accessible spaces with no-curb a ccess to paved areas. A wheelchair-accessible porta-potty is available in the parking lot and a wheelchair accessible\, all-gender/family restroom a nd water fountain are available in the Visitor Center. We also have two wh eelchairs available for your use on site. TCAT route 31 services the Lab o f Ornithology. Contact Gadabout at (607) 273-1878 for paratransit options. Bike racks are located in our parking lot area. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, Visitor Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/mindful-birding-at-sapsucker-woods-98 53 X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Glenora Run DTSTART:20260911T080000Z DTEND:20260911T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040216Z UID:3722-1789113600-1789149600@watkinsglen.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:A fun rallye with simple gimmicks. This is not a traditional “TSD” (Time-Speed-Distance) event! \nAll Glenora Run (Pre-1986 vehicle s) START from Glenora Wine Cellars\, and will park in downtown Montour Fal ls for a quick static display for Montour Falls residents to enjoy. Their final parking location will be along N Franklin Street from 2nd to 4th. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040216Z LOCATION:Montour Mile Slalom URL:https://watkinsglen.com/event/glenora-run-gathering/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Watkins Glen Promotions X-SOURCE-URL:https://watkinsglen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Lane‘s Yamaha Motorcycle Show DTSTART:20260911T100000Z DTEND:20260911T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040216Z UID:3741-1789120800-1789149600@watkinsglen.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:A scenic tour of the hills and lakes of wine country open to r iders with classic and sporting motorcycles of all eras\, sponsored by Lan e’s Yamaha. This event is open to all marques with an eye for the most c lassic\, interesting\, and beautiful. Registration fee of $50 includes a b ack country tour from lake to lake\, two Cayuga Health System Laps of the original 6.6 Mile Grand Prix course through the streets of Watkins Glen\, and reserved downtown display parking for the festival. \nThe event begin s at Lane’s Yamaha\, but all bikes will be parked downtown at the Commun ity Bank Parking Lot by 12pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040216Z LOCATION:Community Bank\, 401 N Franklin St\, Watkins Glen\, NY\, United S tates URL:https://watkinsglen.com/event/lanes-yamaha-vintage-motorcycle-show/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Watkins Glen Promotions X-SOURCE-URL:https://watkinsglen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Diamond on Seneca Roadster Tour DTSTART:20260911T120000Z DTEND:20260911T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040216Z UID:4144-1789113600-1789146000@watkinsglen.com CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:If you own a roadster and really enjoy driving your car\, this tour is for you! Established in 2002 the Sporting Roadster Tour route cha nges each year as we continue to add new sections as well as re-use some o f the really special roads. The tour is designed so that people who enjoy spirited driving will feel right at home\, come out and celebrate The Runn ing of the Roadsters. \nAn effort is made each year to alter the route as much as possible so those returning year after year can expect something n ew each time. However\, certain main features remain constant\, lunch\, an d the two extraordinary Centralus Health System Laps around the original 1948 6.6 mile Watkins Glen road course. \nAfter the parade laps have been completed all participants are provided reserved parking in downtown Watk ins Glen allowing them to both display their cars as well as take advantag e of the Grand Prix Festival. \nThis event STARTS at Havana Glen\, stops f or lunch at Diamond on Seneca\, receives complimentary commemorative bever ages from Lucky Hare Brewing\, and cars will park downtown at the 10th and N Franklin State Park Parking Lot. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040216Z URL:https://watkinsglen.com/event/hazlitt-sporting-roadster-tour/ X-SOURCE-NAME:Watkins Glen Promotions X-SOURCE-URL:https://watkinsglen.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mindful Botany Walk DTSTART:20260911T160000Z DTEND:20260911T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52437336146401 CATEGORIES:outdoors,wellness DESCRIPTION:Join Cornell Botanic Gardens staff to observe the beauty and d rama of nature unfolding on monthly nature walks. While exploring various paths and gardens each month\, we will practice mindfulness by dedicating our attention to the present moment and fully observing and appreciating t he amazing plant transformations that take place throughout the year. Walk s will be held rain or shine. \n\nFee: Free\; donatio ns welcome. Pre-registration is not required. \n\nInstructors: Sar ah Fiorello\, Interpretation Coordinator\, and Kara Peet\, Student & Publi c Education Coordinator\n\n Location: Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center\n\nAdditional dates: \n\nFriday\, April 24\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, May 8\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, June 12\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, July 31\, 12:0 0 pm\n\nFriday\, August 28\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, September 11\, 12:00 pm\ n\nFriday\, October 30\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, November 20\, 12:00 pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/mindful-botany-walk-2026 X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TREE BODY SOUND DTSTART:20260911T224500Z DTEND:20260911T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000156Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53825324238935 CATEGORIES:dance,music,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Please join us for TREE BODY SOUND\, a free outdoor performanc e celebrating our interconnection with trees\, at the F.R. Newman Arboretu m on September 11\, 12\, 13!\n\nIt’s a triptych mix of boisterous branch dancing\, Javanese Gamelan and cello\; playful tree song with meditative stick balancing\; and a sinuous willow-water movement and soundscape. Ther e will also be a chance to share tree memories\, and other experiences to heighten our sense of interconnection with trees.\n\nThis environmental pe rformance is a collaboration between INSITU choreographer and performer Cy nthia Stevens\, improvisational cellist Sera Smolen\, and Gamelan artist w arbling elephant aka Christopher J. Miller\, with dancer and singer Emily Healy.\n\nGather at our welcome table in Jackson Grove at the intersection of Arboretum Drive and Arbor Road/ Weeping Willow Way. The audience will be guided between three sites featuring the magnificent trees of the Jack son Grove\, and the sublime waterscape of Houston Pond.\n\n \n\nF.R. Newma n Arboretum at Cornell Botanic Gardens\, Ithaca\, NY\n\nFriday\, September 11 at 6:45 pm\n\nSaturday\, September 12 at 2:00 pm\n\nSunday\, September 13 at 2:00 pm\n\nPlease arrive early to park and find the site.\n\nFree\n \nAudience size is limited\, Reservations are highly recommended. \n\nFor Reservations and Further Information email: info@insitudance.org\n\n \n\nT his is a forty five minute performance suitable for adults and kids over 1 0 (kids who can stand and watch quietly for each 7-11 minute section.). Pl ease wear insect repellent\, and seasonally appropriate clothing for your comfort. You have the option to stand or carry portable lawn chairs betwee n sites\, however there will be limited space for chairs on the gazebo on Houston Pond.\n\nThis production was created in collaboration with the Cor nell Botanic Gardens. Special thanks to Cornell's Southeast Asia Program a nd to Emily Detrick of the FR Newman Arboretum.\n\n \n\nIn the spirit of t his event\, we encourage you to use this link to make a donation to Cornel l Botanic Gardens to further support tree stewardship and community connec tion to nature.\n\n \n\nDirections: Use the Arboretum entrances on either Arboretum Drive or on Forest Home Drive across from Flat Rock.\n\nArboretu m Drive entrance off of Caldwell Rd.: continue straight and park at the tw o parking lots near Houston Pond and walk back (west) along Arboretum Road until you reach the intersection with Arbor Road\; or you can turn left o ff Arboretum Road onto Arbor Road and park just downhill at the Treman Woo dland Walk parking lot on Arbor Road (or overflow parking in the lot near the Forest Home entrance) and walk back uphill to the welcome table near t he intersection of Arbor Road (Weeping Willow Way) and Arboretum Road.\n\n Forest Home Drive entrance: enter and turn right on Arbor Road (a loop)\; continue on the same road until you reach a T. You can turn left and head back down the hill towards the entrance. There will be a parking lot on yo ur left at the Treman Woodland Walk or overflow parking near where you ent ered. Walk back up the hill to reach the welcome table OR from the T you c an also access Arboretum Road and the Houston Pond parking lots by turning right then immediately left.\n\nWe look forward to sharing this performan ce with you! LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000156Z LOCATION:F. R. Newman Arboretum URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/tree-body-sound-a-free-environmental- dance-and-music-performance-in-the-fr-newman-arboretum X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:4-H Apple Orchard Tour DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913 DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52954210176248 CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12th at 10:00am\n\nJoin fellow 4-H'ers to learn all about apple farming in New York state! We'll gather at Chapman 's Orchard in Oxford to get a tour of the farm\, learn the ins and outs of running an apple orchard\, and learn about the different variety's this s mall\, family-run farm grows. This is a great learning experience for 4-H youth\, and it's sure to be a tasty one! \n\nThis event is open to 4-H you th ages 5 to 18. It is free but registration is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/4-h-apple-orchard-tour X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The Evolution of Trees – A Walk through Time DTSTART:20260912T130000Z DTEND:20260912T143000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52578502132564 CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:How did the trees we know and love today come to be? Join us for a walk through 380 million years of tree evolution\, using representat ive trees in the F.R. Newman Arboretum to explore the major stages in the development of modern trees. Visit trees that have barely changed in over 200 million years and learn about what changes are happening right now. Y ou will also gain insights into the importance of certain trees to various cultures. Walks will be held rain or shine\; please dress appropriately f or the weather. Pre-registration is required as space is limited.\n\nFee: $12 general admission\; Free for Cornell Botanic Gardens Access Pass hold ers. \n\nInstructors: David Weinstein\, Forest Ecologist and Senior Resear ch Associate Emeritus from Cornell’s Department of Natural Resources & t he Environment\, and Christina Stark\, Senior Extension Associate Emerita\ , Division of Nutritional Sciences.\n\nLocation: Meet inside the Forest Ho me Drive entrance to the Arboretum\, near the Flat Rock area and Plant Pro duction Facility. Parking nearby. Click here for a Google Map showing the meeting location.\n\nAdditional dates: \n\nSaturday\, July 11\, from 9:00 to 10:30 am\n\nSaturday\, September 12\, from 9:00 to 10:30 am\n\nPlease r eview our CANCELLATION POLICY. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:F. R. Newman Arboretum URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/the-evolution-of-trees-a-walk-through -time-2026 X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20260912T140000Z DTEND:20260912T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52648761894027 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. Pre-registration is not required.\n\nInstructors: Volunteer Garden Guides \n\nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Wel come Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/saturday-botanic-gardens-highlights-t our X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TREE BODY SOUND DTSTART:20260912T180000Z DTEND:20260912T184500Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000156Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53887249287600 CATEGORIES:dance,music,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Please join us for TREE BODY SOUND\, a free outdoor performanc e celebrating our interconnection with trees\, at the F.R. Newman Arboretu m on September 11\, 12\, 13!\n\nIt’s a triptych mix of boisterous branch dancing\, Javanese Gamelan and cello\; playful tree song with meditative stick balancing\; and a sinuous willow-water movement and soundscape. Ther e will also be a chance to share tree memories\, and other experiences to heighten our sense of interconnection with trees.\n\nThis environmental pe rformance is a collaboration between INSITU choreographer and performer Cy nthia Stevens\, improvisational cellist Sera Smolen\, and Gamelan artist w arbling elephant aka Christopher J. Miller\, with dancer and singer Emily Healy.\n\nGather at our welcome table in Jackson Grove at the intersection of Arboretum Drive and Arbor Road/ Weeping Willow Way. The audience will be guided between three sites featuring the magnificent trees of the Jack son Grove\, and the sublime waterscape of Houston Pond.\n\n \n\nF.R. Newma n Arboretum at Cornell Botanic Gardens\, Ithaca\, NY\n\nFriday\, September 11 at 6:45 pm\n\nSaturday\, September 12 at 2:00 pm\n\nSunday\, September 13 at 2:00 pm\n\nPlease arrive early to park and find the site.\n\nFree\n \nAudience size is limited\, Reservations are highly recommended. \n\nFor Reservations and Further Information email: info@insitudance.org\n\n \n\nT his is a forty five minute performance suitable for adults and kids over 1 0 (kids who can stand and watch quietly for each 7-11 minute section.). Pl ease wear insect repellent\, and seasonally appropriate clothing for your comfort. You have the option to stand or carry portable lawn chairs betwee n sites\, however there will be limited space for chairs on the gazebo on Houston Pond.\n\nThis production was created in collaboration with the Cor nell Botanic Gardens. Special thanks to Cornell's Southeast Asia Program a nd to Emily Detrick of the FR Newman Arboretum.\n\n \n\nIn the spirit of t his event\, we encourage you to use this link to make a donation to Cornel l Botanic Gardens to further support tree stewardship and community connec tion to nature.\n\n \n\nDirections: Use the Arboretum entrances on either Arboretum Drive or on Forest Home Drive across from Flat Rock.\n\nArboretu m Drive entrance off of Caldwell Rd.: continue straight and park at the tw o parking lots near Houston Pond and walk back (west) along Arboretum Road until you reach the intersection with Arbor Road\; or you can turn left o ff Arboretum Road onto Arbor Road and park just downhill at the Treman Woo dland Walk parking lot on Arbor Road (or overflow parking in the lot near the Forest Home entrance) and walk back uphill to the welcome table near t he intersection of Arbor Road (Weeping Willow Way) and Arboretum Road.\n\n Forest Home Drive entrance: enter and turn right on Arbor Road (a loop)\; continue on the same road until you reach a T. You can turn left and head back down the hill towards the entrance. There will be a parking lot on yo ur left at the Treman Woodland Walk or overflow parking near where you ent ered. Walk back up the hill to reach the welcome table OR from the T you c an also access Arboretum Road and the Houston Pond parking lots by turning right then immediately left.\n\nWe look forward to sharing this performan ce with you! LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000156Z LOCATION:F. R. Newman Arboretum URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/tree-body-sound-a-free-environmental- dance-and-music-performance-in-the-fr-newman-arboretum X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20260913T140000Z DTEND:20260913T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52649311239149 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. P re-registration is not required.\n\nInstructor: Volunteer Garden Guides\n\ nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/sunday-botanic-gardens-highlights-tou r X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TREE BODY SOUND DTSTART:20260913T180000Z DTEND:20260913T184500Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000156Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53887249290673 CATEGORIES:dance,music,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Please join us for TREE BODY SOUND\, a free outdoor performanc e celebrating our interconnection with trees\, at the F.R. Newman Arboretu m on September 11\, 12\, 13!\n\nIt’s a triptych mix of boisterous branch dancing\, Javanese Gamelan and cello\; playful tree song with meditative stick balancing\; and a sinuous willow-water movement and soundscape. Ther e will also be a chance to share tree memories\, and other experiences to heighten our sense of interconnection with trees.\n\nThis environmental pe rformance is a collaboration between INSITU choreographer and performer Cy nthia Stevens\, improvisational cellist Sera Smolen\, and Gamelan artist w arbling elephant aka Christopher J. Miller\, with dancer and singer Emily Healy.\n\nGather at our welcome table in Jackson Grove at the intersection of Arboretum Drive and Arbor Road/ Weeping Willow Way. The audience will be guided between three sites featuring the magnificent trees of the Jack son Grove\, and the sublime waterscape of Houston Pond.\n\n \n\nF.R. Newma n Arboretum at Cornell Botanic Gardens\, Ithaca\, NY\n\nFriday\, September 11 at 6:45 pm\n\nSaturday\, September 12 at 2:00 pm\n\nSunday\, September 13 at 2:00 pm\n\nPlease arrive early to park and find the site.\n\nFree\n \nAudience size is limited\, Reservations are highly recommended. \n\nFor Reservations and Further Information email: info@insitudance.org\n\n \n\nT his is a forty five minute performance suitable for adults and kids over 1 0 (kids who can stand and watch quietly for each 7-11 minute section.). Pl ease wear insect repellent\, and seasonally appropriate clothing for your comfort. You have the option to stand or carry portable lawn chairs betwee n sites\, however there will be limited space for chairs on the gazebo on Houston Pond.\n\nThis production was created in collaboration with the Cor nell Botanic Gardens. Special thanks to Cornell's Southeast Asia Program a nd to Emily Detrick of the FR Newman Arboretum.\n\n \n\nIn the spirit of t his event\, we encourage you to use this link to make a donation to Cornel l Botanic Gardens to further support tree stewardship and community connec tion to nature.\n\n \n\nDirections: Use the Arboretum entrances on either Arboretum Drive or on Forest Home Drive across from Flat Rock.\n\nArboretu m Drive entrance off of Caldwell Rd.: continue straight and park at the tw o parking lots near Houston Pond and walk back (west) along Arboretum Road until you reach the intersection with Arbor Road\; or you can turn left o ff Arboretum Road onto Arbor Road and park just downhill at the Treman Woo dland Walk parking lot on Arbor Road (or overflow parking in the lot near the Forest Home entrance) and walk back uphill to the welcome table near t he intersection of Arbor Road (Weeping Willow Way) and Arboretum Road.\n\n Forest Home Drive entrance: enter and turn right on Arbor Road (a loop)\; continue on the same road until you reach a T. You can turn left and head back down the hill towards the entrance. There will be a parking lot on yo ur left at the Treman Woodland Walk or overflow parking near where you ent ered. Walk back up the hill to reach the welcome table OR from the T you c an also access Arboretum Road and the Houston Pond parking lots by turning right then immediately left.\n\nWe look forward to sharing this performan ce with you! LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000156Z LOCATION:F. R. Newman Arboretum URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/tree-body-sound-a-free-environmental- dance-and-music-performance-in-the-fr-newman-arboretum X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Astronomy Night - Stargazing w/ Valerie DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53078067377359 CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:September 18th at 7:30pm\n\nJoin 4-H and special guest Valerie Rapson for an evening of stargazing! Youth will gather at Boname Park to spot constellations\, the moon\, and stars in the night sky while learning fun facts about astronomy and the objects above us. This hands-on program is a great opportunity to explore space science and enjoy the outdoors af ter dark. Please note that is weather or sky conditions are not ideal for stargazing\, the program will move indoors to the CCE building for a fun\, astronomy-theme activity. \n\nThis program is open to the public\, ages 5 to 18 years old thanks for the Chenango County Youth Bureau. This event is free\, but registration is required. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/astronomy-night-stargazing-w-valerie X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Birds and Blooms DTSTART:20260918T130000Z DTEND:20260918T143000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52303552509538 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join guides from Cornell Botanic Gardens and Cornell Lab of Or nithology for combined bird and plant walks this season. We’ll alternate between tours of Sapsucker Woods and the F.R. Newman Arboretum in search of birds and to learn about trees and other plants that provide biodiverse habitat. A limited number of binoculars are available to borrow. Space is limited and pre-registration is required for each individual tour date.\n \nFee: $14 general admission per tour\; Free for Cornell Botanic Gardens A ccess Pass holders.\n\nSapsucker Woods walks meet in the portico outside t he Lab of Ornithology Visitor Center (159 Sapsucker Woods Rd.). Click HERE to register for Sapsucker Woods dates:\n\nFriday\, April 17 @ Sapsucker W oods\nFriday\, June 26 @ Sapsucker Woods\nFriday\, August 14 @ Sapsucker W oods\nNote: the Visitor Center opens at 10 am\, so please meet outside the main entrance.\n\nNewman Arboretum walks meet by the Sculpture Garden in the central part of the Arboretum (Sculpture Garden\, 362 Arboretum Rd.).\ nClick HERE to register for Arboretum dates:\n\nFriday\, May 15 @ Newman A rboretum\nFriday\, July 17 @ Newman Arboretum\nFriday\, September 18 @ New man Arboretum\n \n\nSpecial programming in conjunction with Birds and Bloo ms tours includes:\n\nKeeping Common Birds Common: Birds and Habitat at Co rnell Botanic Gardens and Beyond Exhibit\nApril 16 – December 31\, 2026\ , Mann Library\nFeatures a collection of photographic portraits of birds t hat reside in the biodiverse habitats maintained by Cornell Botanic Garden s. Photographs by wildlife photographer Marie Read. Details can be found h ere: https://events.cornell.edu/event/keeping-common-birds\n\nCornell Bota nic Gardens’ Elizabeth E. Rowley Lecture Keeping Our Common Birds Common \, by Douglas Tallamy\, Ph.D.\, Professor of Entomology & Wildlife Ecology (University of Delaware)\nSunday\, April 26\, 3:00 p.m.\, Call Auditorium \, Kennedy Hall (hybrid event)\n\n \n\nPhoto credit: Ruby Throated Humming bird by Michael Stubblefireld/Macauley Library LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:\, https://events.cornell.edu/auth/logout URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/birds_and_blooms_2026 X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20260919T140000Z DTEND:20260919T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52648761897100 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. Pre-registration is not required.\n\nInstructors: Volunteer Garden Guides \n\nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Wel come Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/saturday-botanic-gardens-highlights-t our X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20260920T140000Z DTEND:20260920T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52649311243246 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. P re-registration is not required.\n\nInstructor: Volunteer Garden Guides\n\ nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/sunday-botanic-gardens-highlights-tou r X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kids and Kites DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53078064231609 CATEGORIES:arts,family,outdoors DESCRIPTION:September 25th at 5:00pm\n\nGet ready for a colorful day of cr eativity and outdoor fun at Kids and Kites! Chenango county youth will hav e the opportunity to paint and decorate their very own kite and then watch their creations soar through the sky. This program encourages creativity\ , outdoor activity\, and plenty of fun for youth of all ages! \n\nThis pro gram is open to the public (ages 5 to 18) thanks to the Chenango County Yo uth Bureau! LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/kids-and-kites X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20260926T140000Z DTEND:20260926T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52648761901197 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. Pre-registration is not required.\n\nInstructors: Volunteer Garden Guides \n\nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Wel come Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/saturday-botanic-gardens-highlights-t our X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20260927T140000Z DTEND:20260927T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52649311246319 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. P re-registration is not required.\n\nInstructor: Volunteer Garden Guides\n\ nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/sunday-botanic-gardens-highlights-tou r X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20261003T140000Z DTEND:20261003T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52648761903246 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. Pre-registration is not required.\n\nInstructors: Volunteer Garden Guides \n\nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Wel come Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/saturday-botanic-gardens-highlights-t our X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20261004T140000Z DTEND:20261004T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52649311250416 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. P re-registration is not required.\n\nInstructor: Volunteer Garden Guides\n\ nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/sunday-botanic-gardens-highlights-tou r X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rensselaer County Grazing Tour DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010 DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_50706969487938 CATEGORIES:community,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Please register for the Rensselaer County Grazing Tour to be h eld on Thursday\, October 9th.\n\n\nCarpooling encouraged - Select when re gistering\n\n\n10:30 am: Laughing Earth Farm\, 3842 NY-2\, Cropseyville\, NY\n\n\n12:30 pm: Otter Creek Farm\, 189 Otter Creek Road\, Johnsonville\ , NY\n\n\nNo cost to attend. Bagged lunch provided at Otter Creek Farm\n\ n\n\nRegistration for event has CLOSED. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/rensselaer-county-grazing-tour-correc ted X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Exploring the Trees of the Arboretum DTSTART:20261010T130000Z DTEND:20261010T143000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52578682031890 CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Is your knowledge of trees limited to the ones in your backyar d? Join our tree tour to learn about the wide diversity of tree species in the F.R. Newman Arboretum and why this diversity is so important to human s. Learn how these trees connect to our local flora and the global world o f trees\, and how they are being threatened by pests\, pathogens\, and c hanging climate. You will also gain insights into the importance of certai n trees to various cultures. Walks will be held rain or shine\; please dre ss appropriately for the weather. Pre-registration is required as space is limited.\n\nFee: $12 general admission\; Free for Cornell Botanic Garden s Access Pass holders. \n\nInstructors: David Weinstein\, Forest Ecologist and Senior Research Associate Emeritus from Cornell’s Department of Nat ural Resources & the Environment\, and Christina Stark\, Senior Extension Associate Emerita\, Division of Nutritional Sciences.\n\nLocation: Meet at the parking area next to Houston Pond and the Sculpture Garden\, in the c entral part of the Arboretum. Click here for a Google map showing meeting location.\n\nAdditional Dates: \n\nSaturday\, August 1\, from 9:00 to 10:3 0 am\n\nSaturday\, October 10\, from 9:00 to 10:30 am\n\nPlease review our CANCELLATION POLICY. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:F. R. Newman Arboretum URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/exploring-the-trees-of-the-arboretum- 2026 X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Saturday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20261010T140000Z DTEND:20261010T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52648761906319 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. Pre-registration is not required.\n\nInstructors: Volunteer Garden Guides \n\nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Wel come Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/saturday-botanic-gardens-highlights-t our X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunday Botanic Gardens Highlights Tour DTSTART:20261011T140000Z DTEND:20261011T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52649311254513 CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Tours are offered every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am\, June 13 through October 11. Pre-registration is not required. Take a relaxing st roll with a Garden Guide through the gardens around the Nevin Welcome Cent er and discover the beauty and diversity of our cultivated plant collectio ns. Visit the Robison Herb Garden\, Young Flower Garden\, Bowers Rhododend ron Collection\, Shady Groundcover Collection\, tropical container display \, and more. Each tour will be a unique experience\, as we observe the gar dens’ progression throughout the growing season. Tours are offered rain or shine but may be cancelled in the event of severe or hazardous weather. Please come prepared for the weather.\n\nFee: Free\; donations welcome. P re-registration is not required.\n\nInstructor: Volunteer Garden Guides\n\ nLocation: Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/sunday-botanic-gardens-highlights-tou r X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mindful Birding at Sapsucker Woods DTSTART:20261014T160000Z DTEND:20261014T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52392540993423 CATEGORIES:outdoors,wellness DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful mid-day break for Mindful Birding at th e Cornell Lab of Ornithology. From the comfort of the Visitor Center’s o bservatory\, we’ll enjoy a warm indoor space with a beautiful view of Sa psucker Woods Pond. We will provide binoculars and seating. Feel free to s top by for a little while or attend for the full hour. \n\n \n\nWe’ll be gin with a brief sensory warm-up to help connect with the natural world\, spend quiet time observing the pond and its birdlife\, and conclude with a reflection exercise.\n\n \n\nMindful Birding blends traditional birdwatch ing with mindfulness practices to help participants slow down\, tune in\, and deepen their appreciation for both birds and the present moment.\n\n \ n\nThis session is designed to:\n\nPromote overall well-being and calmImpr ove observation and listening skillsFoster a more intentional understandin g of birdlifeEvery 2nd Wednesday at noon. No prior birding or mindfulness experience is necessary. Free and open to the public. All are welcome. No registration required.\n\n \n\nAccessibility:\nThis is a stationary birdin g session\, intentionally designed for birders with mobility consideration s.We will provide folding chairs and benches. \n\n \n\nDisability Access I nformation\n\nOur parking lot has six van accessible spaces with no-curb a ccess to paved areas. A wheelchair-accessible porta-potty is available in the parking lot and a wheelchair accessible\, all-gender/family restroom a nd water fountain are available in the Visitor Center. We also have two wh eelchairs available for your use on site. TCAT route 31 services the Lab o f Ornithology. Contact Gadabout at (607) 273-1878 for paratransit options. Bike racks are located in our parking lot area. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, Visitor Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/mindful-birding-at-sapsucker-woods-98 53 X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mindful Botany Walk DTSTART:20261030T160000Z DTEND:20261030T170000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52437336148450 CATEGORIES:outdoors,wellness DESCRIPTION:Join Cornell Botanic Gardens staff to observe the beauty and d rama of nature unfolding on monthly nature walks. While exploring various paths and gardens each month\, we will practice mindfulness by dedicating our attention to the present moment and fully observing and appreciating t he amazing plant transformations that take place throughout the year. Walk s will be held rain or shine. \n\nFee: Free\; donatio ns welcome. Pre-registration is not required. \n\nInstructors: Sar ah Fiorello\, Interpretation Coordinator\, and Kara Peet\, Student & Publi c Education Coordinator\n\n Location: Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center\n\nAdditional dates: \n\nFriday\, April 24\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, May 8\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, June 12\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, July 31\, 12:0 0 pm\n\nFriday\, August 28\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, September 11\, 12:00 pm\ n\nFriday\, October 30\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, November 20\, 12:00 pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/mindful-botany-walk-2026 X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grad Student Lunch Seminar: From Redlines to Ant Trails\, with Syl vana Ross DTSTART:20261110T170000Z DTEND:20261110T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53620210148931 CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Sylvana Ross\, a fourth-year graduate student in Entomology\, will present dissertation research on how ants in historically disinvested neighborhoods show measurable physiological and molecular adaptations. Sh e is also developing a long term ecological research (LTER) initative in C incinnati\, Ohio that combines biodiversity monitoring\, environmental jus tice\, and community-led science. Through partnerships with local organiza tions and high school students\, this project is designed to generate ecol ogical data for the city while empowering residents to lead research on th e environmental conditions shaping their neighborhood.\n\nThe Graduate Stu dent Lunch Seminar is a recurring forum for graduate students connected to the Center to share their research and receive substantive\, multidiscipl inary feedback in a supportive setting. Each seminar features one fellow p resenting their current work\, creating space for the kind of engaged\, cr oss-disciplinary conversation that enriches scholarship and strengthens in tellectual community within the Center. \n\nAll are welcome\, and undergra duate fellows are especially invited to attend\, making the seminar a brid ge across stages of academic development. For undergraduates weighing whet her to pursue graduate study\, these sessions offer something rare: an hon est\, up-close view of how research actually unfolds\, alongside the chanc e to learn from near-peers navigating that path. \n\nLunch seminars take p lace from 12–1:30pm at the Center for Racial Justice and Equitable Futur es at 235 Garden Street (3rd Floor\, CCC Building). Lunch will be provided free of charge. Please register in advance to let us know you’re coming and tell us if you have any food allergies we should be aware of. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Center for Racial Justice and Equitable Futures\, CCC Building\, 3rd Floor URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/grad-student-lunch-seminar-from-redli nes-to-ant-trails-with-sylvana-ross X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mindful Birding at Sapsucker Woods DTSTART:20261111T170000Z DTEND:20261111T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52392540994448 CATEGORIES:outdoors,wellness DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful mid-day break for Mindful Birding at th e Cornell Lab of Ornithology. From the comfort of the Visitor Center’s o bservatory\, we’ll enjoy a warm indoor space with a beautiful view of Sa psucker Woods Pond. We will provide binoculars and seating. Feel free to s top by for a little while or attend for the full hour. \n\n \n\nWe’ll be gin with a brief sensory warm-up to help connect with the natural world\, spend quiet time observing the pond and its birdlife\, and conclude with a reflection exercise.\n\n \n\nMindful Birding blends traditional birdwatch ing with mindfulness practices to help participants slow down\, tune in\, and deepen their appreciation for both birds and the present moment.\n\n \ n\nThis session is designed to:\n\nPromote overall well-being and calmImpr ove observation and listening skillsFoster a more intentional understandin g of birdlifeEvery 2nd Wednesday at noon. No prior birding or mindfulness experience is necessary. Free and open to the public. All are welcome. No registration required.\n\n \n\nAccessibility:\nThis is a stationary birdin g session\, intentionally designed for birders with mobility consideration s.We will provide folding chairs and benches. \n\n \n\nDisability Access I nformation\n\nOur parking lot has six van accessible spaces with no-curb a ccess to paved areas. A wheelchair-accessible porta-potty is available in the parking lot and a wheelchair accessible\, all-gender/family restroom a nd water fountain are available in the Visitor Center. We also have two wh eelchairs available for your use on site. TCAT route 31 services the Lab o f Ornithology. Contact Gadabout at (607) 273-1878 for paratransit options. Bike racks are located in our parking lot area. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, Visitor Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/mindful-birding-at-sapsucker-woods-98 53 X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mindful Botany Walk DTSTART:20261120T170000Z DTEND:20261120T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52437336150499 CATEGORIES:outdoors,wellness DESCRIPTION:Join Cornell Botanic Gardens staff to observe the beauty and d rama of nature unfolding on monthly nature walks. While exploring various paths and gardens each month\, we will practice mindfulness by dedicating our attention to the present moment and fully observing and appreciating t he amazing plant transformations that take place throughout the year. Walk s will be held rain or shine. \n\nFee: Free\; donatio ns welcome. Pre-registration is not required. \n\nInstructors: Sar ah Fiorello\, Interpretation Coordinator\, and Kara Peet\, Student & Publi c Education Coordinator\n\n Location: Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center\n\nAdditional dates: \n\nFriday\, April 24\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, May 8\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, June 12\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, July 31\, 12:0 0 pm\n\nFriday\, August 28\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, September 11\, 12:00 pm\ n\nFriday\, October 30\, 12:00 pm\n\nFriday\, November 20\, 12:00 pm LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Brian C. Nevin Welcome Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/mindful-botany-walk-2026 X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mindful Birding at Sapsucker Woods DTSTART:20261209T170000Z DTEND:20261209T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T040211Z UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52392540996497 CATEGORIES:outdoors,wellness DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful mid-day break for Mindful Birding at th e Cornell Lab of Ornithology. From the comfort of the Visitor Center’s o bservatory\, we’ll enjoy a warm indoor space with a beautiful view of Sa psucker Woods Pond. We will provide binoculars and seating. Feel free to s top by for a little while or attend for the full hour. \n\n \n\nWe’ll be gin with a brief sensory warm-up to help connect with the natural world\, spend quiet time observing the pond and its birdlife\, and conclude with a reflection exercise.\n\n \n\nMindful Birding blends traditional birdwatch ing with mindfulness practices to help participants slow down\, tune in\, and deepen their appreciation for both birds and the present moment.\n\n \ n\nThis session is designed to:\n\nPromote overall well-being and calmImpr ove observation and listening skillsFoster a more intentional understandin g of birdlifeEvery 2nd Wednesday at noon. No prior birding or mindfulness experience is necessary. Free and open to the public. All are welcome. No registration required.\n\n \n\nAccessibility:\nThis is a stationary birdin g session\, intentionally designed for birders with mobility consideration s.We will provide folding chairs and benches. \n\n \n\nDisability Access I nformation\n\nOur parking lot has six van accessible spaces with no-curb a ccess to paved areas. A wheelchair-accessible porta-potty is available in the parking lot and a wheelchair accessible\, all-gender/family restroom a nd water fountain are available in the Visitor Center. We also have two wh eelchairs available for your use on site. TCAT route 31 services the Lab o f Ornithology. Contact Gadabout at (607) 273-1878 for paratransit options. Bike racks are located in our parking lot area. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T040211Z LOCATION:Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, Visitor Center URL:https://events.cornell.edu/event/mindful-birding-at-sapsucker-woods-98 53 X-SOURCE-NAME:Cornell Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://events.cornell.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR