(CortacaToday) — Looking for something to do this weekend? Try these top picks for fun activities in Cortland and Tompkins counties:

Haunted History:

This Friday 10/18 and Saturday 10/19, find yourself face to face with the most haunted archival items in the History Center in Tompkins County’s collections and explore the Haunted History of Downtown Ithaca with Heritage Ambassadors Sherri La Torre and Ben Sandberg. Dive into true stories of murder, jealousy, and insanity drawn directly from our archival collections. Tickets are $20 each, learn more at their website here.

The Clay School Annual Member Sale:

On Saturday 10/19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., visit The Clay School’s member sale to buy pottery for a good cause. This year, The Clay School’s member sale is fundraising for two causes: hurricane Helene rebuilding efforts for North Carolina potters and Ithaca Welcomes Refugees. To learn more about the event, read our article here and visit The Clay School’s website here.

Loaves and Fishes Empty Bowls Fundraiser:

Empty Bowls, Loaves & Fishes’ signature fundraising event, takes place on Saturday, October 19th. 100% of the proceeds directly support Loaves & Fishes’ free meals and advocacy services. Tickets are $100 each for two pints of soup, salad, bread, dessert, and a handmade bowl from a local potter. To learn more about the event, read our article here and visit the Loaves and Fishes website here.

Homer Hops Brewing 4th Annual Punkin’s & Pints:

On Saturday 10/19 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., join Artisan Elements at Homer Hops for the Punkins and Pints Festival. Enjoy a fun-filled, family-friendly fall event with handmade vendors, live music, wellness practitioners, food trucks, kids’ activities, live animals, rides, a petting zoo, and delicious food and beer from the brewery. For more information, visit the Homer Hops Brewing website here.
Cultures & Cuisines: A Taste of the African Diaspora:
On Sunday 10/20 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Cornell Botanic Gardens, Celebrate the rich culinary heritage of the African Diaspora and explore the plants of the exhibit, “Seeds of Survival and Celebration: Plants and the Black Experience.” Join us for a conversational dinner to enjoy a traditional West African meal, prepared by Chef Kuukua of Asempe Kitchen. To learn more about the event, visit Eventbrite’s listing for it here.