Annual Awards tickets are now LIVE

...early bird discount through May 31st!

Wednesday June 18th | 116 E Green St

The Tompkins Chamber & Visit Ithaca are excited to host you at the Ithaca Downtown Conference Center. This event will feature a cocktail reception; passed hors d'oeuvres; a seated three-course meal with choice of beef, chicken, or vegan entrees; remarks from new Tompkins Chamber President & CEO, Peggy Coleman, and our annual awards. Also, music by SingTrece! This year we celebrate Love Living at Home, Trade Design Build, Warren Real Estate, Rick Manning of Friends of Stewart Park, and Gladys Brangman of Business Leaders of Colors.

The 2025 Tompkins Chamber Annual Celebration and Award Ceremony is presented by Tompkins Community Bank, Cayuga Health, and Timeless Hearing, with support from Sciarabba Walker & Co. and Hilton Garden Inn.

Some sponsorships remain available, including table sponsorships. Please contact Event & Program Coordinator Aleshia Akers to discuss opportunities.

Upcoming Events & Opportunities

Welcome Home Wednesday at the YMCA

Wednesday June 4 | 50 Graham Rd West

While this event is geared towards new residents, any resident who feels they would benefit from attending or introducing themselves to new members of our community are welcome. Significant others and kids are always welcome to attend our Welcome Home events. FREE! Please register in advance, if at all possible.

The YMCA is opening its facilities to our attendees, come explore all its offerings and establish community connections!

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Chamber 101: Maximize Your Membership

Friday June 6 | 124 Brindley St

A free session with our Member Engagement Coordinator Gina Cesari. At the Chamber's Main Office Conference Room, at 124 Brindley Street, 9:30am-11:00am. Plenty of parking! Learn about the Chamber's mission, programs, and services. Open to new members, potential members, or as a refresher on how to take full advantage of your membership investment. A space to ask questions, get answers, and make new connections within our Chamber community.

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L.E.A.R.N. Series: Project Planning and the Critical Role of Feasibility Studies

Monday June 30 | 124 Brindley St

Tompkins Chamber is proud to bring you a Lunch & L.E.A.R.N. seminar, in-person or online. Lunch is included, if in person!

Presented and sponsored by Trade Design Build.

Trade Design Build is a New York-based integrated architecture and construction firm, combining design, construction and woodworking into one cohesive process to create inspired projects for clients who value design vision, and quality craftsmanship.

Member News, Events, & Opportunities

State of the Art's 36th Annual Juried Photography Show

State of the Art proudly presents our 36th Annual Juried Photography Show. This year’s show accepted photographs from 63 artists from all over New York state, and the jury reviewed 283 images and selected 87 for the show. The exhibit includes landscapes, portraits, abstract, and traditional photography.

The show will run from May 29th through June 28th, 2025. First Friday Gallery Opening reception is Friday, June 6th, 5–8pm.

Image By: Marie Costanza "Here's Looking at You”

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Skin2Soul 10 year Anniversary Celebration

Wednesday June 5th | 101 Snyder Hill Rd

Join us in celebrating Skin2Soul’s 10 Year Anniversary on June 5th from 12p-6p at our Snyder Hill Location! We will be celebrating with food and refreshments, along with great specials and tons of giveaways raffled off throughout the day. Our staff of professionals will be available to answer any questions you may have about our services and products. First 100 guests will leave with a specialized Skin2Soul goodie bag !!

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Visions FCU Releases Summer at the Amphitheater Schedule

Visions Federal Credit Union invites the Tompkins County and surrounding community to enjoy free admission to summer events at the Visions Amphitheater.

This season (June-August 2025) will bring yoga, comedy, and family entertainment to the new outdoor venue, located next to the Visions branch at 408 Elmira Road in Ithaca, NY.

Attendance is free for these community events, with concessions available for purchase. No tickets are necessary, but registration is encouraged.

Special Olympics New York State Summer Games 2025 Needs YOU!

Special Olympics New York is reaching out to invite Tompkins Chamber members and the Ithaca community to volunteer at the 2025 State Summer Games in Ithaca, June 20^th-21^st.

From Opening Ceremonies Friday night to incredible competition in 7 sports Saturday, State Summer Games is an event you’ll want to be a part of. Join the movement as an individual volunteer. Or form a group with your organization, team, community group or family for a rewarding team-building opportunity. Minimum volunteer age is 13, with those ages 13-15 accompanied by an adult.

Learn More and SIGN UP

Request a Meeting or Support from SBDC Counselor Michael Herceg

Use the link below to fill out an intake for to request services or a meeting with Michael Herceg. We are excited to host SBDC Counseling three days a week, right in our office! Many thanks to our sponsor Tompkins Community Bank.

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Job Postings & Relocation Support

All Member Job Postings on our Website

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Reminder: NYS Requires a compensation range for all job postings.

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Live + Work in Ithaca relocation digital flipbook is available!

Your business always has access to a professionally designed digital relocation guide– for your recruiting needs, or to share with visitors who are chatting about relocating to the area. Access the guide at the link below.

Grab the digital version of the guide here >