Mar 17 Tuesday
Senator Lea Webb encourages the community to participate in her 4th Annual Menstrual Product Drive, which aims to address the need for these supplies in Broome, Cortland, and Tompkins Counties. As Chair of the Women's Issues Committee in the New York State Senate, Senator Webb is leading this initiative in collaboration with local organizations, including: C-STEP, Downtown Ithaca Alliance, SUNY Cortland C4, and Binghamton Metro Doulas.
Menstrual products, including pads, tampons, wipes, and more, can be dropped off through March 27th, 2026. All donations collected will be distributed to community organizations in Senate District 52.Drop-off Locations:C-STEP, Decker College, 48 Corliss Ave, Johnson City, NY 13790 Senator Webb’s District Office, 44 Hawley St, Binghamton, NY, 13901Senator Webb’s District Office, 217 N Aurora St, Ithaca, NY, 14850 Downtown Ithaca Alliance, 171 E M.L.K. Jr. St, Ithaca, NY 14850SUNY Cortland, Sperry, Room 322, Cortland, NY 13045-0900
Registration is now open for the Winter 2026 NAMI Family-to-Family class!
https://www.namifingerlakes.org/nami-family-to-family
Join us virtually via Zoom on Tuesdays, February 3 – March 24, 2026, from 5:30–8:00 p.m. (ET). This free, 8-session education program is open to anyone 18+ who has a family member, partner, friend, or loved one living with a mental health condition. Participants from anywhere in the U.S. are welcome. Registration is required. Space is limited and classes fill up quickly.
NAMI Family-to-Family is an evidence-based program, taught by trained family members with lived experience. You’ll gain practical skills, up-to-date information, and compassionate support while learning how to care for your loved one and yourself.
What you’ll gain:-- Better communication and problem-solving skills-- Tools for self-care and stress management-- Guidance on supporting your loved one with compassion-- Information on mental health conditions, treatments, and crisis planning-- Connection with others who truly understand-- Hope for the journey ahead
Visit https://www.namifingerlakes.org/nami-family-to-family for more information or to register. Email support@namifingerlakes.org if you have any questions.
Register today and take the next step toward understanding, empowerment, and hope.
This class is offered by NAMI Finger Lakes in partnership with NAMI Steuben County.
Mar 18 Wednesday
Mar 19 Thursday
Mar 20 Friday
Join us for Tasteful Day for HCA, Helping Celebrate Abilities’ signature spring fundraiser. Enjoy a night of flavor, fun, and community spirit.
Tasteful Day for HCA features more than 20 local restaurants, breweries, and wineries. In addition, guests can enjoy live music and raffles. You can also take part in a thrilling live auction with Luke Kaczynski.
Your $30 ticket covers all samples, entertainment, and prizes. Because this event offers such value, it has become one of the area’s most anticipated fundraisers.
All proceeds benefit HCA’s mission to celebrate and empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community.
Mar 21 Saturday
Mar 22 Sunday
Mar 23 Monday
The Mentor-Student Program seeks volunteer mentors to work one on one with school-age students of various ages who benefit from having a positive adult role model in their lives. This opportunity involves training, support, and meeting with your student twice a week after school. This is a win/win experience for both the student and the mentor as you learn and grow with each other. Students are waiting and your support is needed now. Please contact Susie Kossack, Program Coordinator at 607-275-6250 mskossack@yahoo.com for info or to set up your training.
