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‘Primetime’ keeps audiences hooked with its gritty and immersive storytelling
In 2004, the series premiere of “To Catch a Predator” aired on Dateline NBC, and 22 years later came “Primetime,” directed by Lance Oppenheim. The film is his first narrative feature film and a strong start to his film career. “Primetime” was released in theaters Sept. 25 and…
‘Forgotten Island’ is a visually inspiring exploration of friendship and mythology
“Forgotten Island” is another DreamWorks movie that further proves animation is one of the most innovative and exciting genres in film right now. Despite dragging somewhat in the middle and introducing a few too many notable side characters, it is not worth skipping DreamWorks’…
‘The Cycle of Love’ proves everyone is deserving of human connection
“The Cycle of Love” is a feature-length documentary that follows PK Mahanandia, a man born to the lowest tier of Indian society, and the 6,000-mile journey he embarked on to reunite with his destined partner for life in Sweden. It is a story so sweet and unlikely that it demanded…
The Ithaca Voice
Published September 23Found in Mistranslation: Madeleine Moss returns to Ithaca with a story shaped by familiar places
Have you ever been to Penelope, New York? The small upstate town has a lake-hugging park, steep gorges cut through by pristine waterfalls and a college on the hill. It’s […]
The Ithaca Voice
Published September 21Photos: Porchfest transforms Ithaca for another year
The lawns, driveways, parks and — most importantly — the porches of Ithaca became the stages for more than 170 performers and groups Sunday. Ithaca’s 18th annual Porch Fest transformed […]
The Ithaca Voice
Published September 07Sciencenter Executive Director Michelle Kortenaar to retire: ‘We built a place the community needs’
When Michelle Kortenaar came to the Sciencenter in 2010, her first position included working on a federally funded program to help explain nanoscience technology to the public. Despite decades of […]
WRFI Community Radio
Published July 11Upcoming Radio Specials – July 2026
Additional specials and guest details may be added to this page throughout the month. Check back regularly! 7/11 America at 250 - Blues Zeppelin Special 5-7pm Saturday July 11th -America at 250: Interview & Music w/ the Philosopher of the Blues, Mighty Mo Rodgers. This program is…
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Published June 23Friday July 10th – ‘Patch Me Through Community’ Art & Music Event on Ithaca Commons
Thank you to everyone who joined the inaugural 'Patch Me Through Community' event on July 10th! Explore Upcoming Events Join us for a summer afternoon in community! Supported by a grant from the Downtown Ithaca Alliance we're gathered for an afternoon to evening celebration and…
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Published June 16WRFI Receives Community Empowerment Grant from Ithaca Pride Alliance to create local LGBTQ history radio episodes
Learn More About Recent Grants WRFI has received it's first ever Community Empowerment Grant from the Ithaca Pride Alliance! WRFI Community Radio is the recipient of a micro-grant from the Ithaca Pride Alliance to record and broadcast a series of local history audio "mini-sodes"…
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Published June 03WRFI Receives Downtown Events & Activations Grant to host collaborative arts & music event on July 10th
Learn More About Recent Grants WRFI has received it's first ever Downtown Ithaca Activations & Events Grant! WRFI Community Radio and new downtown clothing shop and punk community hub Seed Bomb have received a micro grant to co-host a interactive DIY art, music, and community…
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Published May 26Upcoming Radio Specials – June 2026
Additional specials and guest details may be added to this page throughout the month. Check back regularly! Missed a Special? Listen again on the WRFI Archives 6/25 PRIDE GOES DOWNTOWN 9-11pm Thursday June 25th -PRIDE special on Downtown with The Batgirl- Pride Special from…
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Published May 12CREATIVES: Ithaca DIY Poetry & Practice At Presents join forces for inaugural Punk & Poetry Fest, hosted by DJ Clara- 5/13 & 5/21
Join us for a special CREATIVES on WRFI episode with Ithaca DIY Poetry & Practice At Presents hosted by DJ Clara of Mind Meadow (Airs every Wednesday 6-7pm) Ithaca DIY Poetry and Practice At are joining forces for a massive Punk and Poetry Fest at Stone Bend Farm on May 23rd from…