Daily Calendar Of Events   Every Friday and Saturday night, Common Ground offers the best dance party in the area.  Our 3 DJs (Joey B, Dr DJ Mike and Joey Rundle) have the knowledge and experience to consistently get the crowd moving and pack the dance floor. The special events listed below, compliment our popular weekend dance parties by providing a little something different for everyone.  Be sure to check this page often because we are always adding new events. Have an idea for a special event?  We'd love to hear it .... just send us an e-mail at info@ithacacommonground.com .  Thanks!         Friday, May 9 Happy Hour, 5pm - 8pm.  College Night Dance Party with DJ Joey B, 9pm - 1:30am.  Free admission before 10pm ... $3 cover after.  18 and over welcome with photo ID.         Saturday, May 10 Saturday Night Warm-Up with Bartender Clay, 5pm.  Robin Burnett and the "a band", 7pm - 10pm.  Ithaca-based musician and performer, Robin Burnett has delighted audiences for 25 years with her powerful vocals, magnetic personality, and rhythmic guitar. Robin is known for her compelling interpretations of popular rock and country tunes, as well as her creative arrangements of older blues and folk pieces. Her genre-crossing style is showcased in her new CD “My Greatest Wish” which is a compilation of favorites that Robin performs with a special cast of musicians from the Finger Lakes region of New York. Through the selections in this collection, Robin’s vocal versatility is unveiled for all to hear. From the beautifully sung “Testify To Love,” to the roaring vocals of “Never Been To Spain,” to the awe-inspiring, a capella performance of the traditional spiritual “Amazing Grace,” we hear songs that are sung from the soul by a performer with true passion and talent. We even hear an arrangement of Eric Burden’s “House of the Rising Sun” in which Robin creates a uniquely haunting and mysterious atmosphere for us to savor. “I agree with Dolly Parton... what could be more fun than dancin’ and singin’ and havin’ a party!” – Robin Burnett Admission is $5 at the door.   Special guest bartender:  Liebe! Dance Hits with DJ Joey Rundle, 10pm - 1:30am.   No cover.             Sunday, May 11 Mother's Day Dinner at Common Ground, 5pm - 7pm.   This Sunday's menu features Roast Beef, Potato Pancakes with Sour Cream, Glazed Baby Carrots and Tossed Salad.  The cost is only $5 per person.          Monday, May 12 Common Ground is closed on Mondays.         Tuesday, May 13 Happy Hour with Clay, 5pm - 8pm.  Two drinks for the price of one! Salsa Lessons and Classes, 7pm - 9pm.  For class description, schedule and cost, please visit  http://www.shallwesalsa.org Tasty Tuesdays, 7:30pm - 9:30pm.  Each week, enjoy a tasty,  home-cooked food of different ethnic cuisine from around the world.  This week's menu features Mini Burgers, Chips and Apple Pie. Shall We Salsa with DJs Moe & Teresa, 9pm - 1:30am.  This social Latin dance is an ongoing weekly FREE Salsa dance with focus on the following things: A fun and laid-back atmosphere for those who love to dance Salsa (and listen to Salsa music) This is *Open to Everyone* - invite your friends and family Every *Salsero* from beginner to advanced to professional is welcome The music is mostly Salsa, with a few Merengue, Bachata, Cha Cha mixes Everyone is encouraged to switch partners frequently and it is okay for followers to ask leaders to dance Sharing your Salsa moves with others is also encouraged             Wednesday, May 14 Happy Hour, 5pm - 8pm. Pizza & Wing Night, 6pm - 8pm.  Common Ground has the best chicken wings in town at a great price of $5/dozen!  We now also offer personal pita pizzas, made to order ... cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, black olives, popeye and reuben.    Team Trivia Night, 8pm.  Join us for a fun evening of trivia sponsored by BrainTeasers.  Teams of four or less people, compete with each other through six rounds of trivia questions.  Prizes are awarded for the winners of each round and the overall winning team.  Participants are welcome to come with a team or we'll match you up with teammates.           Thursday, May 15 Happy Hour with Clay, 5pm - 8pm.  Pool Tournament, 7pm.  All levels of skill are encouraged to join us.  It's a great way to meet new people.  We now have two pool tables so the double-elimination tournament moves along very quickly.  A copy of our House Pool Rules can be viewed here.           Friday, May 16 Happy Hour, 5pm - 8pm.  College Night Dance Party with DJ Joey B, 9pm - 1:30am.  Free admission before 10pm ... $3 cover after.  18 and over welcome with photo ID.         Saturday, May 17 Saturday Night Warm-Up with Bartender Clay, 5pm.  Drag Cabaret Show(3rd Saturday of Every Month):  Havana Nights, 9pm - 11pm.   Sexy, steamy, sultry and seductive are all words to describe the Latin culture.  The sound of the drums and the hot curve of the hips make Latin music what it is!!   Come feel the beat of the rhythm of the night, with the finest that New York State has to offer!!!! ".......the rhythm Is gonna get YOU!!!!  Featured cast members include Fonda B. Coxx (Miss Oneida County 2008 & Miss Empire State 2008), Kokoa Chanel (Miss Ithaca 2007), Felisha Vega, Fy'a London Valentino (Miss Tompkins County 2008), Fanta-See Island, KeKe Velasquez-Lord (Miss Tompkins County 2006) and Robotika.  Special guest performer will be Amandah Kensington from Red Light Lounge in Syracuse.  Admission is $7 at the door.     Fonda B. Coxx   Kokoa Chanel       Fy'a London Valentino     Fantasee-Island         Felisha Vega     Keke Velasquez-Lord         Robotika     Amandah Kensington               Dance Hits with Dr DJ Mike, 11pm - 1:30am.  No cover.           Sunday, May 18 Sing & Play with Aro Veno, 3pm - 5pm.  YOU BE THE BAND!   Neither on a stage nor behind a microphone, singer/songwriter Aro Veno will share her songs in a totally unique and inclusive way.   Experience this politically and emotionally charged music as if it were your own.  Lyric sheets with chords will be provided and you are invited to bring your guitar and/or your voice so you can sing and play along with Aro.   Sunday Dinner at Common Ground, 5pm - 7pm.  A delicious home-cooked dinner prepared by Manndible Café, will be available from 5pm til 7pm.  This Sunday's menu features Garlic Chicken,  Spinach Linguine with Roasted Red Pepper & Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce, Tossed Salad and fresh-baked Italian Bread.  The cost is only $5 per person.          Monday, May 19 Common Ground is closed on Mondays.           Tuesday, May 20 Happy Hour with Clay, 5pm - 8pm.  Two drinks for the price of one! Salsa Lessons and Classes, 7pm - 9pm.  For class description, schedule and cost, please visit  http://www.shallwesalsa.org Tasty Tuesdays, 7:30pm - 9:30pm.  Each week, enjoy a tasty,  home-cooked food of different ethnic cuisine from around the world.  This week's menu features "Make Your Own" Pita Pizza, Salad and Peanut Butter Cookies. Shall We Salsa with DJs Moe & Teresa, 9pm - 1:30am.  This social Latin dance is an ongoing weekly FREE Salsa dance with focus on the following things: A fun and laid-back atmosphere for those who love to dance Salsa (and listen to Salsa music) This is *Open to Everyone* - invite your friends and family Every *Salsero* from beginner to advanced to professional is welcome The music is mostly Salsa, with a few Merengue, Bachata, Cha Cha mixes Everyone is encouraged to switch partners frequently and it is okay for followers to ask leaders to dance Sharing your Salsa moves with others is also encouraged           Wednesday, May 21 Happy Hour, 5pm - 8pm. Pizza & Wing Night, 6pm - 8pm.  Common Ground has the best chicken wings in town at a great price of $5/dozen!  We now also offer personal pita pizzas, made to order ... cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, black olives, popeye and reuben.         Team Trivia Night, 8pm.  Join us for a fun evening of trivia sponsored by BrainTeasers.  Teams of four or less people, compete with each other through six rounds of trivia questions.  Prizes are awarded for the winners of each round and the overall winning team.  Participants are welcome to come with a team or we'll match you up with teammates.         Thursday, May 22 Happy Hour with Clay, 5pm - 8pm.  Pool Tournament, 7pm.  All levels of skill are encouraged to join us.  It's a great way to meet new people.  We now have two pool tables so the double-elimination tournament moves along very quickly.  A copy of our House Pool Rules can be viewed here.         Friday, May 23 Happy Hour, 5pm - 8pm.  College Night Dance Party with  Dr DJ Mike, 9pm - 1:30am.  Free admission before 10pm ... $3 cover after.  18 and over welcome with photo ID.         Saturday, May 24 Saturday Night Warm-Up with Bartender Clay, 5pm.  Ithaca Leather Levi Bear Night (4th Saturday of every month), 9pm - 1:30am.   This month's theme is Men at Work: Construction/Blue Collar Night.   Nothing quite like a hot, sweaty, half-naked beefcake on a road construction crew.  It's blue collar night ..... come dressed like the kind of man that creates the setting for all those porno movies ... plumber, electrician, painter, mechanic, window washer, carpenter, gas station attendant .... let your imagination go wild! Special Guest Beefcake Bartender is:  Jim                   Sunday, May 25 Common Ground opens at 1pm on Sundays during the summer. Memorial Weekend Barbecue, 3pm - 6pm.  Join us for a Barbecue on the Patio every summer Sunday from Memorial Weekend to Labor Day Weekend.  Barbecues are available from 3pm til 6pm.  Assorted salads, vegetables, hot dogs, hamburgers, vegetarian garden burgers and dessert accompany a different main entree every Sunday ..... all for only $10!  This Sunday's main entree is Cornell BBQ Chicken.  A complete listing of summer BBQ menus can be found here.  Our barbecues still go on, even if it rains .... we just move the party inside! Horseshoes are played throughout the afternoon and volleyball begins at 4pm.  A sunset campfire is the perfect end to a beautiful day.  Summer Sunday Special.  Frozen Cuervo Margaritas are the perfect companion to a delicious barbecue on a summer afternoon .... especially at the price of $3.75!   Have you tried all of our yummy margarita flavors yet?  .... strawberry, black raspberry, peach, blueberry, melon, blackberry, apricot, blue margarita, raspberry, sour apple, grape and the latest addition .... Jagerita!                 Monday, May 26 Common Ground is closed on Mondays.             Tuesday, May 27 Happy Hour with Clay, 5pm - 8pm.  Two drinks for the price of one! Salsa Lessons and Classes, 7pm - 9pm.  For class description, schedule and cost, please visit  http://www.shallwesalsa.org Tasty Tuesdays, 7:30pm - 9:30pm.  Each week, enjoy a tasty,  home-cooked food of different ethnic cuisine from around the world.  Shall We Salsa with DJs Moe & Teresa, 9pm - 1:30am.  This social Latin dance is an ongoing weekly FREE Salsa dance with focus on the following things: A fun and laid-back atmosphere for those who love to dance Salsa (and listen to Salsa music) This is *Open to Everyone* - invite your friends and family Every *Salsero* from beginner to advanced to professional is welcome The music is mostly Salsa, with a few Merengue, Bachata, Cha Cha mixes Everyone is encouraged to switch partners frequently and it is okay for followers to ask leaders to dance Sharing your Salsa moves with others is also encouraged           Wednesday, May 28 Happy Hour, 5pm - 8pm. Pizza & Wing Night, 6pm - 8pm.  Common Ground has the best chicken wings in town at a great price of $5/dozen!  We now also offer personal pita pizzas, made to order ... cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, black olives, popeye and reuben.     Team Trivia Night, 8pm.  Join us for a fun evening of trivia sponsored by BrainTeasers.  Teams of four or less people, compete with each other through six rounds of trivia questions.  Prizes are awarded for the winners of each round and the overall winning team.  Participants are welcome to come with a team or we'll match you up with teammates.           Thursday, May 29 Happy Hour with Clay, 5pm - 8pm.  Pool Tournament, 7pm.  All levels of skill are encouraged to join us.  It's a great way to meet new people.  We now have two pool tables so the double-elimination tournament moves along very quickly.  A copy of our House Pool Rules can be viewed here.           Friday, May 30 Happy Hour, 5pm - 8pm.  College Night Dance Party with DJ Joey B, 9pm - 1:30am.  Free admission before 10pm ... $3 cover after.  18 and over welcome with photo ID.         Saturday, May 31 Saturday Night Warm-Up with Bartender Clay, 5pm.  Wild & Crazy T-Shirt Party featuring Dance Hits of the 90's with DJ Dr. Mike, 9pm - 1:30am.   Everyone's got an interesting t-shirt that's funny, weird, cute, offensive, obscene, stupid, sexy, political .....   Tonight's the night to wear it!  Prizes will be awarded for the best t-shirts.  And while everyone is reading everyone else's t-shirts, we will be reliving the fabulous decade of the 90's.  Dance to the music of Will Smith, C&C Music Factory, Kriss Kross, Destiny's Child, Robin S, M People, Ce Ce Peniston, Rozalla, Crystal Waters, Amber, Planet Soul, N-Trance, Snap, Livin' Joy, Ultra Nate, Vanilla Ice, Real McCoy, La Bouche, Black Box, Ricky Martin, Culture Beat, KWS, and many, many more!  No cover.....lots of fun and memories.         Upcoming Dates To Remember   Danby Community Picnic - Sunday, June 1 (3pm - 6pm) Karaoke Party (1st Saturday of the every month) - Saturday, June 7 (7pm - 10pm) CNY Pride Picnic - Sunday, June 8 (2pm - 6pm) Phoenyx Rising - Saturday, June 14 (8pm - 10:30pm) Southern Tier Pride Picnic - Sunday, June 15 (2pm - 6pm) Drag Show Cabaret (2nd Saturday of every month)  -  Saturday, June 21  (9pm - 11pm) Annual Horseshoe Tournament - Sunday, June 22 (3pm) Ithaca Leather Levi Bear Night (4th Saturday of every month)  -  Saturday, June 28 All the Kings Men (Boston's Premiere Drag King Troupe)  -  Sunday, June 29 (8pm) Ithaca LGBT Community Picnic - Sunday, July 27 (2pm - 6pm)

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