Ithaca falls for queer Valentine’s Day programming

By Meital Fried, Life & Culture Editor • February 18, 2026

In the lead-up to Valentine’s Day, a handful of queer organizations across Ithaca hosted programs to celebrate the many kinds of love the town has to offer. The range of activities matched the diversity of LGBTQ+ communities in Ithaca — from drag shows at local bars, night clubs and bookstores to on-campus craft nights. “Made With Love,” which took place Feb. 13, gave students the opportunity to stuff plush toys and connect with peers.

‘Paddington in Peru’ takes unexpected turn for the franchise

By Rua Fay • February 19, 2025

This Valentine’s Day — after eight years of waiting — English icon Paddington Bear made his return to United States cinemas. “Paddington in Peru” follows the story of the venturesome bear as...

On the Quad: Valentine’s Day

By Cali Johnson, Emma Brown, and Giselle Martinez • February 13, 2024

In a new On the Quad, Cali Johnson asks students about their Valentine's Day plans and the best things to do in Ithaca for Valentine's Day.

‘Deja View’ – “Saving Face” (2004)

By Sydney Brumfield, Sydney Brumfield • February 22, 2022

 Host Sydney Brumfield kicks off her new mini series focusing on the genre of comedy by talking about the dark humored romantic comedy film “Saving Face” (2004) with senior Queline Meadows. Listen...

What is your experience with dating at IC?

By Jay Bradley • September 28, 2021

If you aren’t sure that you want to be in a relationship right now, that’s okay too. You’re not alone. Young people are having less sex than they use to.

Couples keep love alive online

By Sydney Brumfield, Staff Writer • February 13, 2021

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, one of the few holidays left unscathed by the COVID-19 pandemic is approaching. Love is in the air, but relationships look a little different this year.

IC students perform at Planned Parenthood benefit concert

By Lucy Calderon, Contributing Writer • February 18, 2020

Jonah Hirst, a member of Assigned Female at Birth 4, a local all-transmasculine a cappella group, stepped onto The Haunt stage Feb. 14 with a ukulele. 

‘Valentines Gay’ prom to celebrate LGBTQ love

By Hannah Fitzpatrick, Staff Writer • February 20, 2019

IDEAS will host the inaugural “Valentines Gay” LGBTQ pride prom from 7 to 9 p.m. Feb. 22 in Clark Lounge.

Snap Judgment – Valentine’s Day

February 17, 2016

We asked students: "What did you do for your Valentine's Day?"

Setting Aside Some Time for Yourself

By Christina Tudor • February 16, 2016

Given that the past couple of days seemed to be all about Galentine’s Day and Valentine’s Day and generally focusing on relationships, I think it’s time that we put aside some time to focus on ourselves...

Healthy, Unconditional Love

By Christina Tudor • February 13, 2016

Healthy, Unconditional Love I write a lot about relationships on this blog—but I mostly focus on what to look for, spotting negative behaviors, and expectations you should have. I don’t often talk...

The Ithaca community celebrates Bob Marley on Valentines Day

February 18, 2015

The Ithaca community comes together to celebrate the life and legacy of Bob Marley with the One Love Bob Marley Festival on Valentines Day