Happy May Day dear friends. This month marks the start of our tourist season, and we’re excited to welcome visitors to Grayhaven Motel and the Finger Lakes! This month also sees the return of our Sunday and Wednesday Farmer’s Markets, Ithaca Bike Rentals, and our favorite Cayuga Lake Boat Cruises, Charters and Education Programs!
There are so many activities to enjoy as we embrace warmer weather, and happily move into Ice Cream Season. Here at Grayhaven we are excited to pick up our spring + summer plants, and can’t wait to share our gardens + trails with you! Late May is a great time to visit the area. Consider visiting us for Memorial Day, maybe even add Tuesday and Wednesday nights and put our Mid-Week Traveler package to use ♡
Remember, our lounge, patio, and gardens are open to the community during office hours. Feel free to stop by, soak in the atmosphere, and even enjoy a drink from our reception desk / bar!
Thursday, May 1st: Bound Screening & Q+A w/ Susie Bright! (6:30 PM – 10:30 PM)
Tonight we’ll be screening the iconic film “Bound” by the Wachowski Sisters, followed by a conversation with the film’s co-writer and consultant, the legendary Susie Bright! Susie will present a screening of Bound with behind the scenes insights and commentary; and entertain your questions about the legacy of the film.
Friday, May 2nd: Gallery Night Opening w/ Live Music
Please join us in the Lounge for an opening reception of Stahl Caso’s work, accompanied by a sound performance with Mound of Glass featuring Seven Caso and Weston Czerkies. “Mound of Glass is a noise duo, offering “A well composed scene of beautiful vulgarity. Stolen sounds captured onto tape, feedback, and junk noise, nightmare ambience…” Show will be up and viewable daily for the entire month, during Grayhaven Motel office hours.
Celebrate Your Graduate w/ Cake + Champage
May in Ithaca is special, drawing visitors worldwide for Ithaca College and Cornell University graduations. The town buzzes with activity, and while we at Grayhaven share in the excitement, it’s also a bittersweet farewell to families we’ve had the pleasure of hosting over the past four years. We look forward to celebrating with you all!
Discover the charm of the Finger Lakes and Ithaca this May! Here are a few highlights:
Don’t miss the Friends of the Library Book Sale, the literary delights of Spring Writes, and the Book & Zine Fair at Buffalo St. Books.
Will the Cornell Chimes uphold tradition and serenade us with the Grateful Dead on May 8th, commemorating their legendary Barton Hall concert? Extend your visit through the weekend to celebrate Mother’s Day in our picturesque region. Enjoy a hike or a bite at one of our favorites.
Cayuga Wine Trail Wine + Herb 2025: Drink. Eat. Garden. Repeat. Get a head start on your herb garden. Collect the potted herbs and veggies featured in all the food samples along with the matching recipe collection.
Rose In May on the Seneca Lake Wine Trail: Ready to rosé all day? Spend a week sampling rosé and other fabulous Seneca Lake wines! The Rosé in May tasting pass is valid Monday, May 5, 2025 through Sunday, May 11, 2025.
Enjoy music and a flight of cider at South Hill Cider or venture to Corning for the dazzling Glassfest.
Planning your next adventure? Book your Grayhaven getaway today for an unforgettable spring in upstate New York! No matter your interests, let our team help you create a great itinerary for your upcoming visit to Finger Lakes. Explore some of our curated recommendations on our website, or reach out to us directly to discuss your specific needs. We’re here for you.
We’re thrilled to welcome you to Grayhaven Motel this May and beyond! Whether your Ithaca visit includes a Finger Lakes getaway, a campus visit, an art event, a workshop, a film, or simply unwinding in our comfortable setting, we look forward to sharing the beauty and energy of Grayhaven with you.
Join us for a month filled with local happenings and warm hospitality!
Love,
Alexis, Mark + The Team at Grayhaven Motel
