Hot Tuna at the Ithaca State Theater

The Inn at Gothic Eves is pleased to share some exciting event-related news:  Hot Tuna will play at the Ithaca State Theater on June 21, 2012!

Yes, Hot Tuna.  Never heard of them?  If you aren't from the northeast, the name Hot Tuna may be new to you.  But don't think you haven't heard their contributions to mainstream music!

Founders Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady began playing guitar together in the DC area at a young age, influenced by jazz, blues, bluegrass, and folk.  They even performed professionally before Jack could even drive!  Jack's lead guitar talents eventually gave way to the electric bass.  Meanwhile, Jorma's rhythm guitar playing gave way to finger-picking guitar styling.

After schooling and a stint overseas, Jorma found himself in California, auditioning to play guitar for a new San Francisco band.  He asked his old friend Jack to come join him, and the guitar section of Jefferson Airplane was born!

But the two friends still loved their original influences and created their own set of songs to play in clubs while on the road during their off-hours from Jefferson Airplane.  Before they knew it, they had obtained a record contract... and finally decided to name themselves Hot Tuna. The duo loved to make music so much that their concerts were known to be long affairs, lasting anywhere from 3 to 6 hours!

Over the next 35 years, the duo would be joined by a variety of musicians, produce more than 20 albums together (and several more apart), make guest appearances with other musicians, host an ongoing teaching initiative (both in person and online), and gone from acoustic to electric, and back again.

On June 21, Hot Tuna plays at the Ithaca State Theater with special guest Steve Kimock.  Tickets for the 8:00 pm show are available from the State Theater.  Prices are $36.50 for generals seating, and $42.50 for front area seating.  Sorry, but taping is not allowed at Hot Tuna concerts.

Other shows coming to the State Theater include:  Lindsay Buckingham on June 8, 2012; Fiona Apple on June 19, 2012; Josh Ritter on September 15, 2012; and comedy entertainer Craig Ferguson on October 11, 2012.

When you plan your Finger Lakes getaway at the Inn at Gothic Eves, you can catch some great entertainers in nearby Ithaca, and return to the Inn where your cozy room and friendly innkeeper await your return.  I hope to see you soon!

Innkeeper Rose Hilbert
POB 95, 112 E. Main St.
Trumansburg, NY, 14886
info@gothiceves.com
www.gothiceves.com
1-800-387-7712 | 607-387-6033

Ithaca Festival: A Celebration of Art

Come celebrate Finger Lakes' artists of all kinds during your May 31 through June 3, 2012 stay at my Upstate New York bed and breakfast during the Ithaca Festival.  Now in its 36th year, this 4-day festival welcomes over 1000 area artists to entertain, sell their wares, and be the guests of honor.

No matter what the talent, you'll see it during the festival.  Dancers, actors, media artists, craftsmen, clowns, spoon-players... you never know who will be in attendance.  Enjoy the parade, luau, craft show, the kids' area, a myriad of performers on 6 stages, great food, adult beverages, and more!  Some of the shows are even participatory - join in for Zumba, square dancing, kids shows, power yoga, amateur radio experiences, and of course all the great music will have you tapping your toes and singing along.

As a special added treat, the Bed and Breakfast of Greater Ithaca group (of which IGE is a member) will participate in the opening parade!  Look for a rolling bed decorated with tiki lamps, grass skirts, and bright yellow floral linens!


True to the environmental awareness that permeates upstate New York, the Ithaca Festival strives to be a zero-waste event, reusing and recycling as much discarded material as possible.  In 2011, the Festival collected 5460 lbs of recyclable material, and almost as much (5440 lbs) compost.  That's  almost 5.5 tons of materiel saved from landfills!  So please look for the proper receptacles throughout the downtown Ithaca Commons show site and help save our environment!

This year's artwork design for the commemorative merchandise was designed by Meghan Wood, an Ithaca native and Graphic Design student at Rochester Institute of Technology.  A Festival button displaying this artwork is only $5 and will give you unlimited admission to the event during all four days.  Buttons can be purchased at nearby stores after you arrive at the Inn, and I will be happy to direct you to the nearest source!

So plan your New York getaway to the Finger Lakes Region at the very end of May.  Enjoy one or more days at this amazing Ithaca event, then return to the Inn for an evening of rest and relaxation.



Innkeeper Rose Hilbert
POB 95, 112 E. Main St.
Trumansburg, NY, 14886
info@gothiceves.com
www.gothiceves.com
1-800-387-7712, 607-387-6033

Enjoy Finger Lakes entertainment at the Hangar Theatre

Looking for a bit of refined entertainment during your Finger Lakes getaway?  Look no further than the Hangar Theatre in Ithaca, NY.  Located less than 11 miles from my Finger Lakes Bed and Breakfast inn, the Hangar Theatre is an easy drive for an evening of quality entertainment!

And why is it named Hangar Theatre?  You guessed it - the building is actually an old municipal airport hangar.  The conversion from planes to plays was funded by none other than Nelson Rockefeller.  Work on the transformation was a combined effort of the Ithaca Repertory Theatre, the City of Ithaca, Ithaca College, and Cornell University.  An additional building, housing a set and costume shop, was added in the mid 1980's, thanks to the generosity  of the New York State Natural Heritage Trust.  Finally, in 2002, the Hangar tent and Starlight Cafe was added to provide a full evening of enjoyment for guests.

Over the years, the not-for-profit Theatre has matured into national recognition for both its productions, and now year-round theatre education programs for up-and-coming theatre professionals.  The Theatre now hosts an annual New Play Festival, offers programs for kids and young adults, and can be rented for meetings and events.

Summer, 2012 performance offerings include Lend Me A Tenor, The Little Mermaid, Titanic, Seussical Jr., and many more!  And you can be assured of quality entertainment when you attend a production at the Hangar:  proven by numerous local and regional accolades, and the 2010 SALT award for 'Production of the Season' for the Hangar's production of Rent.  Single-show tickets are available from Ticket Center Ithaca.  There are also season tickets with great seating still available.


To show appreciation to both the Theatre and to our guests who support the Theatre through attendance, The Inn at Gothic Eves is now offering the Theatre promotion:  show your Hangar Theatre ticket stub to get 10% off an overnight Sunday -Thursday!  This offer is not valid with any other offers or on holidays.  Please make your reservations in advance and mention the Theatre promotion when you book!

As a bonus hint to my guests, you will pay less for weekday evening performances and Sunday matinee performances, making the Theatre promotion perfect for taking advantage of these reduced performance prices.

I look forward to hosting your stay at my Finger Lakes accommodations, and hope you enjoy the theatrical offerings at the Hangar Theatre!

Innkeeper Rose Hilbert
POB 95, 112 E. Main St.
Trumansburg, NY, 14886
info@gothiceves.com
www.gothiceves.com
1-800-387-7712, 607-387-6033