Lifelong Travel & Events
Travel with Lifelong & Collette!
General Information
Take the worry and work out of planning your next adventure. Book through Lifelong (same cost) and get door-to-door transportation to the airport from your home or from Lifelong.
Why Collette Tours? Every moment you are on tour matters to Collette because they know it matters to you. Cancellation waiver offers travelers a full cash refund for the price of the tour, right up to the day prior to departure, minus the small cost of the waiver.
Looking for a different destination or timeframe for a trip? Let Lifelong know and we would be happy to set up a trip just for you, complete with door-to-door airport transport!
Upcoming Travel Presentation at Lifelong
Registration Encouraged!
Wednesday, September 9, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Collette Travel will review trips to Ireland (June 2027), Magical Rhine and Moselle Rivers (September 2027) and a Greece Island Hopper trip (October 2027).
Our Upcoming TriPS!
May 13-22, 2026
10 days and 13 meals
Bern, Alphorn Maker, Yodeling Demo, Fondue, Lucerne, Austrian Alps, Innsbruck, Salzburg, Mirabell Gardens, St. Peter’s Restaurant, Bavaria, Linderhof Palace, Tyrolean Folklore Show
For more information and to register: Switzerland, Austria, Bavaria
August 23- Sept. 1, 2026
For more information and to register: Iceland
Oct. 14-23, 2026
10 days and 16 meals
San Diego Harbor Cruise, Carlsbad Walking Food Tour, Los Angeles City Tour, Old Mission Santa Barbara, Pismo Beach, Paso Robles Wine Country Lunch, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks
For more information and to register: Sequoia
Jan 26- Feb 9, 2027
15 days 22 meals
Highlights: Christchurch, Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu Cruise & Sheepdog Demonstration, Milford Sound, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney Opera House
For more information and to register: South Pacific Wonders
You’re invited! Special Travel Presentation
4/7/26 at 11am at Lifelong
119 West Court Street, Ithaca
Feb. 25- March 9, 2027
13 days & 28 meals
Grand Egyptian Museum, Pyramids of Giza, Great Sphinx, 7-night Nile River Cruise, Luxor, Temple of Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatschepsut TEmple, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Philae Temple
Click here for more information: Treasures of Egypt
You’re Invited!
Special travel presentation at Lifelong on 4/7/26 at 11am
119 West Court Street, Ithaca
June 3-12, 2027
10 days & 13 meals
Dublin, Blarney Castle, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, Sheepdog demo, Castle Stay, Brewery and more!
Sept. 14-22, 2027
9 days & 20 meals
Amsterdam, 7-night river cruise, Rhine and Moselle Rivers, Cologne, Cochem, Lorelei Passage, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Freiburg
Click here for more information: Magical Rhine & Moselle Rivers
You’re Invited!
Special travel presentation at Lifelong on 4/7, 11am-12:15pm
119 West Court Street, Ithaca
Lifelong Day Trips
Lifelong Day Trips are open to the public!
Saturday, June 6, 8:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Join renowned ornithologist Stephen Kress for an exclusive tour of his family property on Snyder Hill Road! Over the years, Steve has thoughtfully enhanced these meadows, ponds, forests, and gardens into a thriving bird-friendly sanctuary. During this three-hour walk, you’ll discover which native plants he recommends for Ithaca gardens and view some of the bird species that are thriving on this special property. Bring binoculars and come dressed for hiking in hilly terrain, rain or shine. Rubber boots and tick protection are recommended. Meet at walk site – walk location will be shared with registrants.
Register soon, spaces almost gone!
Wednesday, June 17 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Based on the critically acclaimed play that inspired the classic film, this streetwise musical comedy will take you to the stoops of the Bronx in the 1960s — where a young man is caught between the father he loves and the mob boss he’d love to be. Depart from Ithaca BJs and Titus Towers.
Enjoy a luncheon – indicate choice of entrée when registering.
Tickets: $149
Register soon – limited number of seats.
Thursday, July 23, 10:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Join us for a scenic drive alongside the sparkling waters and rolling hills of Seneca Lake and arrive at family-owned Wagner Vineyards Estate Winery and the Ginny Lee Café. Enjoy a delicious lunch with panoramic views of the lake, followed by a private guided wine tasting. Afterwards, we’ll drive to the Seneca Lake Pier for a photo op and a stroll down Main Street in Watkins Glen. Transportation (we’ll be departing from Lifelong), wine tasting, beverage, and lunch included. Choice of lunch entree available when registering.
Lifelong Members: $89
Non-members: $99
Sign up soon – only a few tickets left!!
Thursday, August 6, 10AM – 3PM
Join us for a heartwarming experience at Farm Sanctuary’s 275-acre shelter. Get up close and personal with new farm animal friends, followed by lunch and a visit to the Sanctuary Shop, where you’ll find eco-friendly apparel, cookbooks, literature, snacks, and other sustainable merchandise.
Private guided tour: Meet rescued cows, pigs, sheep, and goats, hear their stories, and get all your questions answered by your guide.
Lunch: Enjoy a pay-your-own lunch at The Kitchen at Farm Sanctuary, a 100% plant-based cafe offering delicious farm-to-table cuisine.
Note: This experience involves walking on uneven farm terrain, so comfortable, sturdy, closed-toe walking shoes are required.
Lifelong Member: $30
Non-Member: $35
Limited space – register soon!
Lifelong Events
Tuesday, June 9, 10 – 3:00PM
Library Place
Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood.
Give blood. Help save lives.
Give blood, June 1 – 28 for a $15 e-gift card.
Click redcrossblood.org/give to schedule your appointment
Tuesday, July 21, 12:30 – 1:30
Library Place
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – REGISTRATION REQUIRED. SEE BELOW.
Musical Memories Café is a shared musical experience designed to enrich the lives of caregivers, care-receivers, and isolated adults. We offer a simple meal, musical entertainment, and a welcoming space.
Musical Memories Café is free, thanks to support from the Health Foundation of Western NY.
Musical Memories is open to all at no cost, but registration is required. Please call Lifelong at 607-273-1511 or register here.
Wednesday, August 5, 5:00 – 8:00PM
120 South Aurora Street
https://www.monksonthecommons.com/
Monks On The Commons has chosen to support Lifelong for their Monks Gives Back night! Come out for a great meal and drinks. 50% of all sales will be donated to Lifelong. Plus you can enjoy drinks served by our very own Lifelong staff bartenders!
Come to Monks on the Commons and hang out with staff and friends while supporting Lifelong!
Registration is optional.
Friday, August 21, 5:00 – 7:00PM
Library Place
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
Join us for Stardust Sessions, a captivating journey through the irresistible world of Brazilian samba and American jazz. Featuring everything from timeless standards to modern interpretations, The Grooves deliver a signature swaying rhythm that pairs velvet vocals with a soulful pulse. Experience a night of intimacy and “cool” with music, dancing, wine, and cheese.
Tickets: $14
Wednesday, August 26, 2 – 4:00PM
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
You’re invited to our Ice Cream Social🍦and Fall Catalog Release Party! Enjoy free ice cream and toppings, mingle with instructors, and plan your next learning adventure before registration opens! Come for the ice cream, stay for the knowledge. Preregistration encouraged. Sponsored by Brookdale Senior Living.
Registration not needed, but encouraged so we know how much ice cream to get!