Wednesday, May 28, 2025

JULY

HOTO++

ARTS

Radium Girls Jul 18 - August 3 PACA Theatre 1505 State St Erie PA Directed by: Char Newport Asst Director: Zachery Hoffman Stage Mgr: Kenna Stevens Featuring: Karen Biebel, Sam Comfort, Bella Fried, Ava Gardner, Michael Harper, Michael Jeffrey, Eric Learn, Kristina Peczel, Hannah Richardson, Luke Scribner

AmeriMasala Festival July 19 Perry Square Erie PA.11am. Parade at 12 noon " The AmeriMasala is movement that presents multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural arts events to promote cross cultural respect and value of all peoples. " 

The Poetry X-Change Open Mic July 20 7:00 PM Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA Presented by Miss Mabeline "Share your poems and enjoy the word art of other 814 poets!"

Blackstar Festival   July 31-Aug 3 Philadelphia "Celebration of Black Brown and Indigenous filmmaking" In-person and virtual.

Chuck Joy Presents Jennifer Browne - Poetry Reading - American Crow Jul 31 6pm Werner Books & Coffee 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA

Benevolent Beers: PACA July 31 5:00-8:00 pm Erie Ale Works 416 W. 12th St. Erie, PA "Join the Staff and Board of PACA for good beer and community. Every purchase between 5PM-8PM will count toward a donation to PACA. We will be hosting a fun basket raffle, 50/50 and merch sale too!"

Chautauqua Institute events of possible interest: Kwame Alexander & LeVar Burton August 4 @  Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark Aug 8 Bonnie Raitt September 5 Also Execution of Justice July 17-25 2025 presented by Chautauqua Theatre Co. Chautauqua Cinema screenings now through mid-August.

Erie Blues & Jazz Fest  Aug 2-4 at Frontier Park, Erie PA 

Graham Nash in concert Aug 6 Asbury Hall, Buffalo NY

Comedian Tom Arnold in Erie  At Kellar's 1402 State St. Erie PA on Aug. 8-9.

Jon Stewart at National Comedy Center Jamestown NY August 9

Ani DiFranco August 31 Outer Harbor 225 Fuhrmann Blvd Buffalo, NY

Lavery Brewing owners buy Basement Transmissions (Larry Wheaton/Erie Reader)  

COMMUNITY

[Listen] East Side Renaissance (Joel Natalie) Guests Marcus Atkinson and Matt Harris from the East Side Renaissance,
[Listen] EMTA interview  (Joel Natalie)  EMTA CEO Jeremy Petersen about recent developments. 

DEMOCRACY

Good Trouble Lives on!  Meadville: Diamond Park in Meadville on July 17 from noon - 2 pm for a rally (Organizers: French Creek Indivisible is collaborating with NAACP of Meadville, PA). Erie: Gridley Park at Liberty Street, Erie July 17 from 5 - 6pm 

Benedictines offer nonviolence training 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at the Listening Hearts Room at St Mary’s: A Space to Create, 310 E. 10th St., Erie. All sessions  include teaching and role plays. Sessions free, donations accepted. July 7 – Nonviolence introduction July 21—Nonviolence and de-escalation strategies Aug. 4 —Nonviolence and demonstrations Aug. 18—Nonviolence and protecting others, For info or to RSVP, bfp@eriebenedictines.org Note: Listening Hearts Room is up a flight of stairs.
 
Stay in updated by connecting: 50501 Erie PA 50501eriepa.bsky.social and on FB, French Creek Indivisible ‪@frenchcreekind.bsky.social‬   Jamestown Justice Coalition on FB Everywhere https://www.mobilize.us/
Constitution Day 2025    Sept 19 Featuring Dr. Lindsey Cormack, author of How to Raise a Citizen 10:00 am at Robert H Jackson Center 305 E. Fourth St. Jamestown, NY Free, public. 
 
DIVERSITY

[Listen] Erie’s Embattled DEI Troubles Make National News (NEXT with Marcus Atkinson) "Erie’s recent DEI battles between its county government, county council, mayor, and black and brown community made national headlines via The Washington Post...We’re joined by former Erie County Council President Carl Anderson, who was sitting at the epicenter of this fact at the time. "

How Diverse Erie is building an Erie where all have a seat at the table | Opinion Gary Lee/Erie Times-News)

Erie County Bar Association puts diversity award on hold in response to Trump DEI edict (Erie Times-News) 
 

Vacant BASF contamination found in east Erie (Kevin Flowers/Erie Times-News) "The site is located in a state-designated Environmental Justice area"

[Watch] Public comments at July 2 Erie City Council mostly focused on concerns and recommendations for responding to heat emergencies and climate resilience. 

Working Towards a Binational Great Lakes Waterfront Trail Aug 5 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Admission $15.45 - Event Admission $25.75 - Event Admission + Guest Jefferson Educational Society 3207 State, Erie 
 
A neighbor invited me to smell her milkweed flowers and I found them to be pleasantly fragrant

ELECTIONS AND GOVERNANCE
 
Demstock August 15-16, 2025 Jefferson Co Fairgrounds Brookville PA ‘Demstock’ brings together rural Pennsylvania Democrats

Conversation with President Barack Obama Sep 16th, 2025 06:30 PM Where: Erie Insurance Arena 809 French St. Erie, PA 16501 Host Jefferson Ed. Society All seats reserved. Tickets can be purchased at the Erie Insurance Arena box office or by calling (814) 452-4857.


[Listen] "A normal person" - an interview with Christina Vogel (left, wrong & center) "Kyle and Grant sit down with Christina Vogel, the Democratic Nominee for Erie County Executive, and discuss Vogel's recent primary win, her thoughts on Brenton Davis, and the ways in which she connected with Erie voters."

]Watch]  Political Courage: a conversation with former u.s. congresswoman Kathy Dahlkemper (left, wrong & center) from 4/15/2025 "I got to sit down with the former congresswoman and Erie county executive and go through just some of the 'greatest hits.' of her career, the larger causes to which her presence in those positions contributed to, and the political courage it took to accomplish all of the above." 

[Listen] One on One with Rock Copeland (NEXT with Marcus Atkinson) " Marcus Atkinson sits down with County Councilman Rock Copeland to discuss the Democratic party's endorsement of Daria Devlin for Mayor of Erie, challenging incumbent Mayor Joe Schember. "
 
(Listen) Primary Reflections: Erie County Votes and What Comes Next (NEXT with Marcus Atkinson) " co-hosts Marcus Atkinson and Marc Blount are joined by intern Aaron Cronin to unpack the recent Erie County primary elections." 

PA poll worker shortage (Spotlight PA) 

FOOD

New urban farm boosts Erie’s well-being | Opinion (Liz Allen ETN)

International Markets in central PA hit hard by tariffs (PennLive)

PA bipartisan support for  Federal funding of farm and food bank program (Penn Capital-Star)

Ethnic Market Tours "Erie Arts and Culture's annual Ethnic Market Tours offer an insider’s look at some of Erie’s New Americans businesses." Multiple dates,

Second Harvest food resources locator 

Grow Erie facility produces lettuce and herbs in Savocchio Park. It also makes a statement (Jim Martin/Erie Times-News)

Bethany Outreach free food and free clothing Wed. 9am to 11am. Address: 204 West 11th St. Erie.mabel@bethanyoutreachcenter.org
 
Edinboro Market's recent expansion is covered in the current issue of Edible Western New York.  Also, the Edinboro Market is in search of cooking and gardening books you's like to pass on. "Our Little Free Library could use a replenishment. If you have gardening or cookbooks that are gathering more dust than bookmarks, bring them in and we'll help rehome them. :)" The market is at  211 Mill St Edinboro PA. 

HEALTH CARE
 
What is Medicaid called in each state? (NCSL) "States get to name their Medicaid and children’s health insurance, or CHIP, programs, which provide health coverage for low-income children, people with disabilities, long-term care and more. And although states must meet federal requirements to receive federal matching funds, they have significant flexibility to decide who is eligible for services, what services are offered and how those services are paid for. Today’s Map Monday lists all the state names for these health coverage programs."
 
HOME

Erie County United Housing Town Hall (Alana Sabol/ER) Discussions on affordable and accessible housing in Erie

Benevolent Beers: Greater Erie Habitat for Humanity September, 11  5:00PM  "Every purchase between 5:00 and 8:00pm will provide a donation to this great group." Erie Ale Works 416 West 12th  Erie PA 
   
 
IMMIGRANTS

Crafting Erie’s Inclusive Future July 21 12:00 PM Speaker: Alivia Haibach. Free admission. Lunch $5 Jefferson Educational Society 3207 State St Erie PA

Refugee Relief Concert at the Cathedral of St Paul  July 30 @ 7:00 pm 134 West 7th St.
Erie, PA  "Through the song of both classical and multiculturally inspired works, come be inspired to relate to the experiences of others. The Cathedral is working in cooperation with USCRI, Catholic Charities and the Charter School of Excellence. A reception will follow the service. While the concert is free and open to the public, donations will be graciously accepted to benefit our Refugee community."

 
Sisters Speak Out Prayer & Public Witness for Immigrants and a Just Economy (Benedictine Sisters) Erie Benedictine sisters, oblates, and peacemakers joined others to participate in this nationwide action ....The local action took place  June 24 on 18th and Ash Streets across from the Erie County Prison where ICE detainees are imprisoned."

INDIGENOUS

Governor Kathy Hochul Apology to the Seneca Nation (Ganondagan) “The Apology” May 20, 2025  Formal Apology for New York State’s Role in Operating Thomas Indian Schoo, located on the Seneca Nation Cattaraugus Indian Reservation in Irving, NY. This video is Dedicated to the Survivors and Former Students of the Thomas Indian School."
 
The Haudenosaunee Micro-Short Film Program 2025 September 6 from 1- 3:00 p.m. at the Burchfield Penney Art Center in Buffalo, NY "short films created by Haudenosaunee filmmakers from all over Turtle Island followed by a live filmmaker panel discussion and audience Q&A." 

JUSTICE

Dr. Kristy Gnibus named new director of Erie Co Human Relations Commission (JET24 FOX66)  Gnibus explains HRC

Pa.’s police misconduct database remains full of loopholes (Spotlight PA)

July 8 - July 11 Educator Retreat: Justice and Humanity  9am-3pm Join us for a powerful, four-day immersive retreat that explores the historic and enduring legacy of the Nuremberg Trials. At Robert H Jackson Center 305 E. Fourth St. Jamestown, NY

August 11 - Robert H. Jackson Lecture on the Supreme Court of the United States 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Hall of Philosophy Chautauqua Institution, Professor Kim Lane Scheppele the featured speaker. Attending the lecture is free, but you must purchase a gate pass from Chautauqua Institution to access the grounds.
[Watch] “The U.S. Department of Justice, Then & Now" Barbara McQuade & John Q. Barrett  From Robert H Jackson Center presentation June 2025

LGBT

Jul 12 - TransFamily of NWPA Summer Picnic (Presque Isle State Park - Beach 11 Pavilion, Erie, PA) 12 PM - 5 PM. "We provide drinks, hot dogs, hamburgers, and vegan options. Bring your favorite dish to share! "

Jul 18 - Coffee Social for LGBTQ+ Veterans 10 AM. At the Erie VA Veteran Canteen, located in the Erie VA basement at 135 E 38th St., Erie, PA. Times are subject to change based on availability. Info: Brittany Miklos at 814-844-5944. Open to all LGBTQ+ Veterans in all counties served by the Erie VA.

Aug 9 - 365 Block Party Perry Square Noon. Event by Erie Pride 365, Erie's Black Wall Street and Dalen Michael "Committed to championing the rights and well-being of Black, Brown, & LGBTQIA+ individuals, 365 days a year."

August 16 - NWPA Pride Picnic  1:00pm - 5:00pm Presque Isle State Park - Rotary Pavilion Erie PA. All welcome, family-friendly. 


From Erie Reader's Pride Month edition: Queer Art Rising (by Julia Carden), Aging With Pride: Erie's Queer Senior Social Club (Erin Phillips), What Sanctuary Really Means (Dr Tyler Titus) LGBTQIA+ Friendly Game Night

LIBRARY

The Local Impact of Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services Cuts (Chloe Forbes/Eie Reader) "Cost-saving justification highlights community inequality" 

Save Blasco! documentary was a finalist in the 2025 Defense of Democracy Film Festival. 

MARCHELLO WOODARD
Kyra Taylor: Cold, vile remarks compound Woodard family's pain
Erie's Bishop Brock urges calm (Ed Palatella and Kevin Flowers/Erie Times News)
Actions
July 3 rally at 21st & Parade (AJ Rao/Erie Times-News) 
Second march and rally July 5 (Erie News Now) 
Marchello Woodard Remembrance Memorial (Erie News Now)  Held outside Probation and Parole office
Updates
PSP update as of July 3  DA statement 7/7

Erie turned *up* today! (from reddit r/Erie) extensive conversation lots of participants. A second Erie event was organized by an individual (Rachel N.) for Griswold Park and W. 12th with an estimated 200 attendees. 
                            
PASSINGS 

Robert "Howard" Johnson passed away on June 23, 2025. He was very active with Erie Peace Initiative, serving as chairperson and frequently taking part in actions. He was a Vietnam veteran and very committed to veteran causes. More on his Obituary and Tribute Wall here 
I went through the EPI Flickr site and found quite a few photos and videos of Bob at various events.
 
SCHOOL

Trump administration withholds $230 million for PA schools "would withhold more than $230 million in congressionally approved funding for after-school programs, teacher training, literacy, and education for migrant and non-English speaking students."

WOMEN'S HEALTH


Planned Parenthood Pennsylvania Advocates "In partnership with the three Planned Parenthood affiliates in Pennsylvania and on behalf of the nearly 90,000 patients they serve annually, Planned Parenthood Pennsylvania Advocates, along with our 450,000 supporters, works to achieve maximum public, governmental, and media support for reproductive health care, including family planning, by developing, implementing, and facilitating a statewide strategy."

WORK
Erie County Community College – How It is Impacting the Community, Addressing Workforce Development, Aug 27 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Free - $5 w/lunch Jefferson Educational Society 3207 State, Erie

LOOK BACK
Gay float included in Erie's 1995 Bicentennial Parade. Photo via Michael Mahler/Erie Gay News 

Nowadays this parade story might seem like a bit of fluff, but 30 years ago, being included in this celebration was a very big deal. The float's inclusion was greeted with awful rumor and rancor by the usual suspects, and those who invited and supported it were given a hard time. The Thursday night before the parade, the float was vandalized -- 36 hours before the parade. Immediately, members and allies of the lgbtq+ community dove in and repaired the float, in time for its historic inclusion in the parade. Greg Valiga wrote a lively first-person account that really captures that moment in time, read it here. 


PHOTO++

ARTS

AmeriMasala Creative Workshops for Teens and Adults AT at Erie Art Museum June 30 -July 3, 9 am – 3 pm, and/or July 7th -July 11th from 9 am – 2 pm. With a lunch break. Each registration fee only covers 1 week of workshop. Led by Niecey Nicole https://www.erieartmuseum.org/amerimasala-workshops

Radium Girls Jul 18 - August 3 PACA Theatre 1505 State St Erie PA Directed by: Char Newport Asst Director: Zachery Hoffman Stage Mgr: Kenna Stevens Featuring: Karen Biebel, Sam Comfort, Bella Fried, Ava Gardner, Michael Harper, Michael Jeffrey, Eric Learn, Kristina Peczel, Hannah Richardson, Luke Scribner

AmeriMasala Festival July 19 Perry Square Erie PA.11am. Parade at 12 noon " The AmeriMasala is movement that presents multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural arts events to promote cross cultural respect and value of all peoples. " 

The Poetry X-Change Open Mic July 20 7:00 PM Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA Presented by Miss Mabeline "Share your poems and enjoy the word art of other 814 poets!"

Blackstar Festival   July 29-Aug 1 Philadelphia "Celebration of Black Brown and Indigenous filmmaking" In-person and virtual.

Chuck Joy Presents Jennifer Browne - Poetry Reading - American Crow Jul 31 6pm Werner Books & Coffee 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA

Benevolent Beers: PACA July 31 5:00-8:00 pm Erie Ale Works 416 W. 12th St. Erie, PA "Join the Staff and Board of PACA for good beer and community. Every purchase between 5PM-8PM will count toward a donation to PACA. We will be hosting a fun basket raffle, 50/50 and merch sale too!"

Chautauqua Institute events of possible interest: Kwame Alexander & LeVar Burton August 4 @ 10:45am Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark Aug 8 Bonnie Raitt September 5 Also Execution of Justice July 17-25 2025 presented by Chautauqua Theatre Co. Chautauqua Cinema screening now through mid-August.

Refugee Relief Concert at the Cathedral of St Paul  July 30 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 134 West 7th Street
Erie, PA  "Through the song of both classical and multiculturally inspired works, come be inspired to relate to the experiences of others. The Cathedral is working in cooperation with USCRI, Catholic Charities and the Charter School of Excellence. A reception will follow the service. While the concert is free and open to the public, donations will be graciously accepted to benefit our Refugee community."

Erie Blues & Jazz Fest  Aug 2-4 at Frontier Park, Erie PA 

Graham Nash in concert Aug 6 Asbury Hall, Buffalo NY

Jon Stewart at National Comedy Center Jamestown NY August 9

Ani DiFranco August 31 Outer Harbor 225 Fuhrmann Blvd Buffalo, NY


COMMUNITY

East Side Renaissance Guests Marcus Atkinson and Matt Harris from the East Side Renaissance,

EMTA interview by Joel Natalie who interviews EMTA CEO Jeremy Petersen about recent developments. 

DEMOCRACY

Good Trouble Lives on! French Creek Indivisible is collaborating with NAACP of Meadville, PA to make sure Good Trouble Lives on! Join us at Diamond Park in Meadville on Thursday, July 17 from noon - 2 pm for a rally.
 
(No Kings Day stuff is in its own category)
 
Stay connected:  
 
Constitution Day 2025  Sept 19 Featuring Dr. Lindsey Cormack, author of How to Raise a Citizen (And Why It’s Up to You to Do It) 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Robert H Jackson Center 305 E. Fourth St. Jamestown, NY It’s Up to You to Do It) Free, public. 
 
DIVERSITY

Crafting Erie’s Inclusive Future July 21 12:00 PM  Free admission. Lunch $5Jefferson Educational Society 3207 State St Erie PA 

Erie’s Embattled DEI Troubles Make National News (NEXT with Marcus Atkinson) "Erie’s recent DEI battles between its county government, county council, mayor, and black and brown community made national headlines via The Washington Post...We’re joined by former Erie County Council President Carl Anderson, who was sitting at the epicenter of this fact at the time. "

How Diverse Erie is building an Erie where all have a seat at the table | Opinion Gary Lee/Erie Times-News)

Erie County Bar Association puts diversity award on hold in response to Trump DEI edict (Erie Times-News) 
 

Vacant BASF contamination found in east Erie (Kevin Flowers/Erie Times-News) "The site is located in a state-designated Environmental Justice area"

Public comments at July 2 Erie City Council mostly focused on concerns and recommendations for responding to heat emergencies and climate resilience. 

Working Towards a Binational Great Lakes Waterfront Trail Aug 5 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Admission $15.45 - Event Admission $25.75 - Event Admission + Guest Jefferson Educational Society 3207 State, Erie 

ELECTIONS AND GOVERNANCE
Redistricting reform with Fair Districts PA speakers, Free, hosted by Jefferson Ed. Society July 31 at ECAT   Aug 4 at Lincoln Library (Fvw)  Aug 25 at Jefferson Ed Society  Sep 10 Hbck Twp Bldg

Demstock August 15-16, 2025 Jefferson Co Fairgrounds Brookville PA ‘Demstock’ brings together rural Pennsylvania Democrats
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One on One with Rock Copeland (NEXT with Marcus Atkinson) " Marcus Atkinson sits down with County Councilman Rock Copeland to discuss the Democratic party's endorsement of Daria Devlin for Mayor of Erie, challenging incumbent Mayor Joe Schember. " 

Primary Reflections: Erie County Votes and What Comes Next (NEXT with Marcus Atkinson) " co-hosts Marcus Atkinson and Marc Blount are joined by intern Aaron Cronin to unpack the recent Erie County primary elections." 

PA poll worker shortage (Spotlight PA) 

Erie County Council moves to halt unapproved spending by Davis. (A.J. Rao/Erie Times-News- 

FOOD

New urban farm boosts Erie’s well-being | Opinion (Liz Allen ETN)

International Markets in central PA hit hard by tariffs (PennLive)

PA bipartisan support for  Federal funding of farm and food bank program (Penn Capital-Star)

Ethnic Market Tours "Erie Arts and Culture's annual Ethnic Market Tours offer an insider’s look at some of Erie’s New Americans businesses." Multiple dates,

Second Harvest food resources locator 

Grow Erie facility produces lettuce and herbs in Savocchio Park. It also makes a statement (Jim Martin/Erie Times-News)

Bethany Outreach free food and free clothing Wed. 9am to 11am. Address: 204 West 11th St. Erie.mabel@bethanyoutreachcenter.org
 
Edinboro Market's recent expansion is covered in the current issue of Edible Western New York.  Also, the Edinboro Market is in search of cooking and gardening books you's like to pass on. "Our Little Free Library could use a replenishment. If you have gardening or cookbooks that are gathering more dust than bookmarks, bring them in and we'll help rehome them. :)" The market is at  211 Mill St Edinboro PA. 

HOME

Erie County United Housing Town Hall (Alana Sabol/ER) Discussions on affordable and accessible housing in Erie

Benevolent Beers: Greater Erie Habitat for Humanity September, 11  5:00PM  "Every purchase between 5:00 and 8:00pm will provide a donation to this great group." Erie Ale Works 416 West 12th  Erie PA     

IMMIGRANTS

ICE in Erie County

Erie County Democrats hold town hall on immigration 

World Refugee Day celebrated in Erie's Perry Square (Erie Times-News) 

INDIGENOUS

Governor Kathy Hochul Apology to the Seneca Nation (Ganondagan) “The Apology” May 20, 2025  Formal Apology for New York State’s Role in Operating Thomas Indian Schoo, located on the Seneca Nation Cattaraugus Indian Reservation in Irving, NY. This video is Dedicated to the Survivors and Former Students of the Thomas Indian School."
 
The Haudenosaunee Micro-Short Film Program 2025 September 6 from 1- 3:00 p.m. at the Burchfield Penney Art Center in Buffalo, NY "short films created by Haudenosaunee filmmakers from all over Turtle Island followed by a live filmmaker panel discussion and audience Q&A." 

JUSTICE

Dr. Kristy Gnibus named new director of Erie Co Human Relations Commission (JET24 FOX66)  Gnibus explains HRC

Pa.’s police misconduct database remains full of loopholes (Spotlight PA)

July 8 - July 11 Educator Retreat: Justice and Humanity Join us for a powerful, four-day immersive retreat that explores the historic and enduring legacy of the Nuremberg Trials. At Robert H Jackson Center 305 E. Fourth St. Jamestown, NY

August 11 - Robert H. Jackson Lecture on the Supreme Court of the United States 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Hall of Philosophy Chautauqua Institution, Professor Kim Lane Scheppele the featured speaker. Attending the lecture is free, but you must purchase a gate pass from Chautauqua Institution to access the grounds.


(Video) “The U.S. Department of Justice, Then & Now" Barbara McQuade & John Q. Barrett  From Robert H Jackson Center presentation June 2025

LGBT

Jul 12 - TransFamily of NWPA Summer Picnic (Presque Isle State Park - Beach 11 Pavilion, Erie, PA) 12 PM - 5 PM. "We provide drinks, hot dogs, hamburgers, and vegan options. Bring your favorite dish to share! "

Jul 18 - Coffee Social for LGBTQ+ Veterans 10 AM. At the Erie VA Veteran Canteen, located in the Erie VA basement at 135 E 38th St., Erie, PA. Times are subject to change based on availability. Info: Brittany Miklos at 814-844-5944. Open to all LGBTQ+ Veterans in all counties served by the Erie VA.

Aug 9 - 365 Block Party Perry Square Noon. Event by Erie Pride 365, Erie's Black Wall Street and Dalen Michael "Committed to championing the rights and well-being of Black, Brown, & LGBTQIA+ individuals, 365 days a year."

August 16 - NWPA Pride Picnic  1:00pm - 5:00pm Presque Isle State Park - Rotary Pavilion 


From Erie Reader's Pride Month edition: Queer Art Rising (by Julia Carden), Aging With Pride: Erie's Queer Senior Social Club (Erin Phillips), What Sanctuary Really Means (Dr Tyler Titus) LGBTQIA+ Friendly Game Night

LIBRARY

PASSINGS

 
SCHOOL

Trump administration withholds $230 million for PA schools "would withhold more than $230 million in congressionally approved funding for after-school programs, teacher training, literacy, and education for migrant and non-English speaking students."

Report: Shortage of teachers in PA (Erie News Now)

WORK
Erie County Community College – How It is Impacting the Community, Addressing Workforce Development, Aug 27 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Free - $5 w/lunch Jefferson Educational Society 3207 State, Erie


MISC
Benedictines offer nonviolence training 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at the Listening Hearts Room at St Mary’s: A Space to Create, 310 East 10th Street, Erie. All sessions will include teaching and role plays. Sessions are free, donations accepted. July 7 – Nonviolence introduction July 21—Nonviolence and de-escalation strategies August 4—Nonviolence and demonstrations August 18—Nonviolence and protecting others For more information or to RSVP, email bfp@eriebenedictines.org Note: Listening Hearts Room is up a flight of stairs.




https://www.reddit.com/r/Erie/comments/1lbd4ic/erie_turned_up_today/ 


ARTS

AmeriMasala Creative Workshops for Teens and Adults AT at Erie Art Museum June 30 -July 3, 9 am – 3 pm, and/or July 7th -July 11th from 9 am – 2 pm. With a lunch break. Each registration fee only covers 1 week of workshop. Led by Niecey Nicole https://www.erieartmuseum.org/amerimasala-workshops

Radium Girls Jul 18 - August 3 PACA Theatre 1505 State St Erie PA Directed by: Char Newport Asst Director: Zachery Hoffman Stage Mgr: Kenna Stevens Featuring: Karen Biebel, Sam Comfort, Bella Fried, Ava Gardner, Michael Harper, Michael Jeffrey, Eric Learn, Kristina Peczel, Hannah Richardson, Luke Scribner

AmeriMasala Festival July 19 Perry Square Erie PA.11am. Parade at 12 noon " The AmeriMasala is movement that presents multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural arts events to promote cross cultural respect and value of all peoples. " 

The Poetry X-Change Open Mic July 20 7:00 PM Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA Presented by Miss Mabeline "Share your poems and enjoy the word art of other 814 poets!"

Blackstar Festival   July 29-Aug 1 Philadelphia "Celebration of Black Brown and Indigenous filmmaking" In-person and virtual.

Chuck Joy Presents Jennifer Browne - Poetry Reading - American Crow Jul 31 6pm Werner Books & Coffee 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA

Benevolent Beers: PACA July 31 5:00-8:00 pm Erie Ale Works 416 W. 12th St. Erie, PA "Join the Staff and Board of PACA for good beer and community. Every purchase between 5PM-8PM will count toward a donation to PACA. We will be hosting a fun basket raffle, 50/50 and merch sale too!"

Chautauqua Institute events of possible interest: Lewis Black July 2 Kwame Alexander & LeVar Burton August 4 @ 10:45am Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark Aug 8 Bonnie Raitt September 5 Also Execution of Justice July 17-25 2025 presented by Chautauqua Theatre Co. 

Erie Blues & Jazz Fest  Aug 2-4 at Frontier Park, Erie PA 

Graham Nash in concert Aug 6 Asbury Hall, Buffalo NY

Jon Stewart at National Comedy Center Jamestown NY August 9

Ani DiFranco August 31 Outer Harbor 225 Fuhrmann Blvd Buffalo, NY

The Haudenosaunee Micro-Short Film Program 2025 September 6 from 1- 3:00 p.m. at the Burchfield Penney Art Center in Buffalo, NY "short films created by Haudenosaunee filmmakers from all over Turtle Island followed by a live filmmaker panel discussion and audience Q&A."

COMMUNITY

East Side Renaissance Guests Marcus Atkinson and Matt Harris from the East Side Renaissance,

EMTA interview by Joel Natalie who interviews EMTA CEO Jeremy Petersen about recent developments. 

DEMOCRACY

Good Trouble Lives on! French Creek Indivisible is collaborating with NAACP of Meadville, PA to make sure Good Trouble Lives on! Join us at Diamond Park in Meadville on Thursday, July 17 from noon - 2 pm for a rally.
 
(No Kings Day stuff is in its own category)
 
Stay connected:  
 
Constitution Day 2025  Sept 19 Featuring Dr. Lindsey Cormack, author of How to Raise a Citizen (And Why It’s Up to You to Do It) 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Robert H Jackson Center 305 E. Fourth St. Jamestown, NY It’s Up to You to Do It) Free, public. 
 
DIVERSITY

Crafting Erie’s Inclusive Future July 21 12:00 PM  Free admission. Lunch $5Jefferson Educational Society 3207 State St Erie PA 

Erie’s Embattled DEI Troubles Make National News (NEXT with Marcus Atkinson) "Erie’s recent DEI battles between its county government, county council, mayor, and black and brown community made national headlines via The Washington Post...We’re joined by former Erie County Council President Carl Anderson, who was sitting at the epicenter of this fact at the time. "

How Diverse Erie is building an Erie where all have a seat at the table | Opinion Gary Lee/Erie Times-News)

Erie County Bar Association puts diversity award on hold in response to Trump DEI edict (Erie Times-News) 
 

Vacant BASF contamination found in east Erie (Kevin Flowers/Erie Times-News) "The site is located in a state-designated Environmental Justice area"

Public comments at July 2 Erie City Council mostly focused on concerns and recommendations for responding to heat emergencies and climate resilience. 

Working Towards a Binational Great Lakes Waterfront Trail Aug 5 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Admission $15.45 - Event Admission $25.75 - Event Admission + Guest Jefferson Educational Society 3207 State, Erie 

ELECTIONS AND GOVERNANCE
Redistricting reform with Fair Districts PA speakers, Free, hosted by Jefferson Ed. Society July 31 at ECAT   Aug 4 at Lincoln Library (Fvw)  Aug 25 at Jefferson Ed Society  Sep 10 Hbck Twp Bldg

Demstock August 15-16, 2025 Jefferson Co Fairgrounds Brookville PA ‘Demstock’ brings together rural Pennsylvania Democrats
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One on One with Rock Copeland (NEXT with Marcus Atkinson) " Marcus Atkinson sits down with County Councilman Rock Copeland to discuss the Democratic party's endorsement of Daria Devlin for Mayor of Erie, challenging incumbent Mayor Joe Schember. " 

Primary Reflections: Erie County Votes and What Comes Next (NEXT with Marcus Atkinson) " co-hosts Marcus Atkinson and Marc Blount are joined by intern Aaron Cronin to unpack the recent Erie County primary elections." 

PA poll worker shortage (Spotlight PA) 

Erie County Council moves to halt unapproved spending by Davis. (A.J. Rao/Erie Times-News- 

FOOD

New urban farm boosts Erie’s well-being | Opinion (Liz Allen ETN)

International Markets in central PA hit hard by tariffs (PennLive)

Grow Erie facility produces lettuce and herbs in Savocchio Park. It also makes a statement (Jim Martin/Erie Times-News)

Bethany Outreach free food and free clothing Wed. 9am to 11am. Address: 204 West 11th St. Erie.mabel@bethanyoutreachcenter.org

Edinboro Market ISO: Gardening and Cookbooks 211 Mill St Edinboro PA. "Our Little Free Library could use a replenishment. If you have gardening or cookbooks that are gathering more dust than bookmarks, bring them in and we'll help rehome them. :)"


HOME

Erie County United Housing Town Hall (Alana Sabol/ER) Discussions on affordable and accessible housing in Erie

Benevolent Beers: Greater Erie Habitat for Humanity September, 11  5:00PM  "Every purchase between 5:00 and 8:00pm will provide a donation to this great group." Erie Ale Works 416 West 12th  Erie PA     

IMMIGRANTS

ICE in Erie County

Erie County Democrats hold town hall on immigration 

World Refugee Day celebrated in Erie's Perry Square (Erie Times-News) 

INDIGENOUS

Governor Kathy Hochul Apology to the Seneca Nation (Ganondagan) “The Apology” May 20, 2025  Formal Apology for New York State’s Role in Operating Thomas Indian Schoo, located on the Seneca Nation Cattaraugus Indian Reservation in Irving, NY. This video is Dedicated to the Survivors and Former Students of the Thomas Indian School."

JUSTICE

Dr. Kristy Gnibus named new director of Erie Co Human Relations Commission (JET24 FOX66)  Gnibus explains HRC

Pa.’s police misconduct database remains full of loopholes (Spotlight PA)

July 8 - July 11 Educator Retreat: Justice and Humanity Join us for a powerful, four-day immersive retreat that explores the historic and enduring legacy of the Nuremberg Trials. At Robert H Jackson Center 305 E. Fourth St. Jamestown, NY

August 11 - Robert H. Jackson Lecture on the Supreme Court of the United States 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Hall of Philosophy Chautauqua Institution, Professor Kim Lane Scheppele the featured speaker. Attending the lecture is free, but you must purchase a gate pass from Chautauqua Institution to access the grounds.

LGBT

Jul 12 - TransFamily of NWPA Summer Picnic (Presque Isle State Park - Beach 11 Pavilion, Erie, PA) 12 PM - 5 PM. "We provide drinks, hot dogs, hamburgers, and vegan options. Bring your favorite dish to share! "

Jul 18 - Coffee Social for LGBTQ+ Veterans 10 AM. At the Erie VA Veteran Canteen, located in the Erie VA basement at 135 E 38th St., Erie, PA. Times are subject to change based on availability. Info: Brittany Miklos at 814-844-5944. Open to all LGBTQ+ Veterans in all counties served by the Erie VA.

Aug 9 - 365 Block Party Perry Square Noon. Event by Erie Pride 365, Erie's Black Wall Street and Dalen Michael "Committed to championing the rights and well-being of Black, Brown, & LGBTQIA+ individuals, 365 days a year."

August 16 - NWPA Pride Picnic  1:00pm - 5:00pm Presque Isle State Park - Rotary Pavilion 



Meadville MLK, Jr. Mentoring Program Year End Celebration 2025 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9woirpBAN_Q


https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=rm&ogbl#inbox/FMfcgzQbfLdjgsXRqwhzPhjqbnLgBlbV


WORK
Erie County Community College – How It is Impacting the Community, Addressing Workforce Development, Aug 27 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM Free - $5 w/lunch Jefferson Educational Society 3207 State, Erie


MISC
Benedictines offer nonviolence training 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at the Listening Hearts Room at St Mary’s: A Space to Create, 310 East 10th Street, Erie. All sessions will include teaching and role plays. Sessions are free, donations accepted. July 7 – Nonviolence introduction July 21—Nonviolence and de-escalation strategies August 4—Nonviolence and demonstrations August 18—Nonviolence and protecting others For more information or to RSVP, email bfp@eriebenedictines.org Note: Listening Hearts Room is up a flight of stairs.


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PHOTOS

PHOTO++

ARTS



Radium Girls Jul 18 - August 3 PACA Theatre 1505 State St Erie PA Directed by: Char Newport Asst Director: Zachery Hoffman Stage Mgr: Kenna Stevens Featuring: Karen Biebel, Sam Comfort, Bella Fried, Ava Gardner, Michael Harper, Michael Jeffrey, Eric Learn, Kristina Peczel, Hannah Richardson, Luke Scribner

AmeriMasala Festival July 19 Perry Square Erie PA.11am. Parade at 12 noon " The AmeriMasala is movement that presents multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural arts events to promote cross cultural respect and value of all peoples. "

July 29-Aug 1 Blackstar Festival Philadelphia "Celebration of Black Brown and Indigenous filmmaking" In-person and virtual.

Benevolent Beers: PACA July 31 Erie Ale Works 416 W. 12th St. Erie, PA "Join the Staff and Board of PACA for good beer and community. Every purchase between 5PM-8PM will count toward a donation to PACA. We will be hosting a fun basket raffle, 50/50 and merch sale too!"

Chautauqua Institute events of possible interest: Lewis Black July 2 Kwame Alexander & LeVar Burton August 4 @ 10:45am Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark Aug 8 Bonnie Raitt September 5 Also Execution of Justice July 17-25 2025 presented by Chautauqua Theatre Company

Erie Blues & Jazz Fest  Aug 2-4 at Frontier Park, Erie PA https://www.eriebluesandjazz.com/

Graham Nash in concert Aug 6 Asbury Hall, Buffalo NY

Jon Stewart at National Comedy Center Jamestown NY August 9

Ani DiFranco August 31 Outer Harbor 225 Fuhrmann Blvd Buffalo, NY -

The Haudenosaunee Micro-Short Film Program 2025 September 6 from 1- 3:00 p.m. at the Burchfield Penney Art Center in Buffalo, NY "short films created by Haudenosaunee filmmakers from all over Turtle Island followed by a live filmmaker panel discussion and audience Q&A."

Buffalo Film Festival Oct 9-16 https://www.buffalofilm.org/

DofD Film Festival DofD Film Festival June 20-22 2025. https://sites.google.com/view/dofdfilmfestival2025/finalists

COMMUNITY
East Side Renaissance Guests Marcus Atkinson and Matt Harris from the East Side Renaissance,
https://talkerie.com/2025/06/05/east-side-renaissance/

EMTA interview
https://talkerie.com/2025/06/03/erie-metropolitan-transit-authority/




DEMOCRACY

September 19 Constitution Day 2025 Featuring Dr. Lindsey Cormack, author of How to Raise a Citizen (And Why It’s Up to You to Do It) 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Robert H Jackson Center 305 E. Fourth St. Jamestown, NY It’s Up to You to Do It) Free, public. https://www.roberthjackson.org/event/constitution-day-2025/

https://www.reddit.com/r/Erie/comments/1lbd4ic/erie_turned_up_today/
DEMOCRACY
Good Trouble Lives on! French Creek Indivisible is collaborating with NAACP of Meadville, PA to make sure Good Trouble Lives on! Join us at Diamond Park in Meadville on Thursday, July 17 from noon - 2 pm for a rally. https://bsky.app/profile/frenchcreekind.bsky.social/post/3lswua5fygc26

DIVERSITY
How Diverse Erie is building an Erie where all have a seat at the table | Opinion Gary Lee/Erie Times-News)
https://www.goerie.com/story/opinion/columns/2025/06/15/investing-in-diversity-in-erie-is-showing-real-returns-opinion/84114291007/?tbref=hp
Crafting Erie’s Inclusive Future 07/21/2025 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM ET Free admission Free - Event Admission $5.00 - Event Admission + Vegetarian Lunch $5.00 - Event Admission + Lunch Jefferson Educational Society 3207 State Erie PA
https://www.jeserie.org/events/details/crafting-eries-inclusive-future

Erie’s Embattled DEI Troubles Make National News
May 16, 2025 "Erie’s recent DEI battles between its county government, county council, mayor, and black and brown community made national headlines via The Washington Post...We’re joined by former Erie County Council President Carl Anderson, who was sitting at the epicenter of this fact at the time. "
EARTH

EARTH
'Culture of non-compliance': Erie Coke pleads guilty to pollution with fine at $700,000 (Ed Palattella/Erie Times-News) https://www.yahoo.com/news/culture-non-compliance-erie-coke-192841248.html The site is located in a state-designated Environmental Justice area.   After plea deal, Erie Coke 'apologizes to community' in pollution case

BASF
The site is located in a state-designated Environmental Justice area.
After plea deal, Erie Coke 'apologizes to community' in pollution case

https://www.goerie.com/story/news/local/2025/06/11/vacant-basf-site-contamination-found-east-erie-pa/84067568007/  The site is located in a state-designated Environmental Justice area. 

Three Reasons Why Planting Native is So Important
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=rm&ogbl#inbox/FMfcgzQbfLZHbLgkWJtNfpKgtvrXpQCQ?compose=GTvVlcSGLdhVHbThCzwnMcHHXVJKDLRWFNvkpwSbktBljvBQmkpqLlQdPLpJltRVJPNxPjPrZfDWW

July 25th 5:30pm Effective Climate Change communication strategies.   Hosted at Holy Cross Church in North East PA 51 W Main St, North East, PA https://www.eriereader.com/calendar/45664/climate-conversations-and-ne-climate-club 

ELECTIONS

(Listen) One on One with Rock Copeland (NEXT with Marcus Atkinson) " Marcus Atkinson sits down with County Councilman Rock Copeland to discuss the Democratic party's endorsement of Daria Devlin for Mayor of Erie, challenging incumbent Mayor Joe Schember. " https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/next-with-marcus/episodes/One-on-One-with-Rock-Copeland-e33irqt

(Listen) Primary Reflections: Erie County Votes and What Comes Next (NEXT with Marcus Atkinson) " co-hosts Marcus Atkinson and Marc Blount are joined by intern Aaron Cronin to unpack the recent Erie County primary elections." https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/next-with-marcus/episodes/Primary-Reflections-Erie-County-Votes-and-What-Comes-Next-e33923l

PA poll worker shortage (Spotlight PA) https://www.spotlightpa.org/news/2025/05/pennsylvania-poll-worker-shortage-election-crisis/
Erie County Council moves to halt unapproved spending by Davis. (A.J. Rao/Erie Times-News- https://www.yahoo.com/news/erie-county-council-moves-halt-091232817.html


Demstock August 15-16, 2025 Jefferson Co Fairgrounds Brookville PA
https://demstock.net/



FOOD
New urban farm boosts Erie’s well-being | Opinion (Liz Allen ETN_
https://www.goerie.com/story/opinion/columns/2025/05/23/erie-community-gardens-an-answer-to-possible-federal-cuts-to-snap-food-pantries-schools-opinion/83722451007/?tbref=hp

International Markets in central PA hit hard by tariffs (PennLive)
https://www.pennlive.com/food/2025/05/international-markets-in-central-pa-hit-hard-by-trump-tariffs.html
FOOD
PA bipartisan support for  Federal funding of farm and food bank program (Penn Capital-Star) https://penncapital-star.com/agriculture-pa-farms/republicans-and-democrats-agree-federal-funding-of-farm-and-food-bank-program-should-be-restored/ 



Second Harvest food locator https://nwpafoodbank.org/need-help/agency-locator/

Grow Erie facility produces lettuce and herbs in Savocchio Park. It also makes a statement (Jim Martin/Erie Times-News)
https://www.goerie.com/story/news/local/2025/05/27/grow-erie-greenhouse-represents-5-6-million-investment-community-erie-pa/83631331007/
Blues for Shoes Breeze Band mid august
Bethany Outreach team will provide people in need with free food and free clothing Wednesdays 9am to 11am. Address: 204 West 11th Street. Erie.mabel@bethanyoutreachcenter.org
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1023666173285360&set=a.407234431595207

https://www.goerie.com/story/news/2025/06/10/heres-why-pa-is-suing-the-usda-and-whats-at-stake-for-state-farms/84128152007/?tbref=hp
safer streets
https://www.goerie.com/story/news/local/2025/06/05/erie-safe-streets-for-all-plan-advances/84027135007/
https://www.eriewater.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2024-Erie-Water-Quality-Report-FINAL.pdf


ISO: Gardening + Cookbooks for Little Free Library
Our Little Free Library could use a replenishment. If you have gardening or cookbooks that are gathering more dust than bookmarks, bring them in and we'll help rehome them. :)
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/FMfcgzQbffXsTbZszCtdvTpbHhZvlGbW


HOME

Erie County United Housing Town Hall (alana Sabol/ER) Discussions on affordable and accessible housing in Erie
https://www.eriereader.com/article/erie-county-united-housing-town-hall

Erie County to receive $433,000 for housing immigration detainees, sparking public debate A.J. RaoErie Times-News
https://www.goerie.com/story/news/local/2025/05/30/holding-ice-detainees-could-earn-erie-county-federal-funds/83939499007/
Blessing Boxes/lettle free pantries



INDIGENOUS
Kathy Hochul Apology to the Seneca Nation (Ganondagan) “The Apology” MAY 20, 2025 "Cattaraugus Territory of the Seneca Nation of Indians Governor Hochul Visits Seneca Nation and Issues Formal Apology for New York State’s Role in Operating Thomas Indian School. New York State is home to the Thomas Indian School, located on the Seneca Nation Cattaraugus Indian Reservation in Irving, NY. This school operated from 1855 until 1957 This video is Dedicated to the Survivors and Former Students of the Thomas Indian School. We appreciate your Strength, Courage and Resiliency. Through your Strength and Leadership we can all begin to heal."
https://youtu.be/1ZrgAJ3a1GM?si=OSCi-d6Ci8LUasIS


IMMIGRANTS
IMMIGRANTS
World Refugee Day celebrated in Erie's Perry Square (Erie Times-News)
https://www.goerie.com/picture-gallery/news/local/2025/06/27/world-refugee-day-erie-pa-celebrated-perry-square/84389200007/ 

Proposed ICE facilty in Erie



Erie County Council rejects use of ICE detention funds for prison budget. Here's why
A.J. Rao Erie Times-News https://www.goerie.com/story/news/local/2025/06/04/erie-county-council-nixes-plan-ice-funds-immigration-detainees-prison-budget/84022425007/

Public and council comments+council vote about detainee facility at Erie Co Council mtg 1-3-2025 https://www.facebook.com/events/1180670873807549/?acontext=%7B%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D&ref_source=newsfeed&ref_mechanism=feed_attachment


++COMMENTS JUNE 17


Attacks on immigrants put Erie's revival in danger (Capital and Main)
https://capitalandmain.com/attacks-on-immigrants-put-eries-revival-in-danger
IMMIGRANTS
Margaret Watts public comments about Erie County's contract with ICE 2:12 at Erie County Council meeting 6-17-2025 https://www.youtube.com/live/88syllwVM-w?si=oM4a4rdzkbRIicc7

https://www.fastcompany.com/91353173/erie-pennsylvanias-immigrants-fueled-a-revival-its-now-in-danger-of-going-backwards
Erie County Democrats hold town hall on immigration https://www.erienewsnow.com/story/52813576/erie-county-democrats-host-immigration-town-hall

https://www.investigativepost.org/2025/04/03/lawmakers-demand-answers-on-border-detentions/
buffalo
https://www.yourerie.com/news/local-news/pop-up-rally-held-at-12th-peninsula-focussing-on-immigration/ 

INDIGENOUSKathy Hochul Apology to the Seneca Nation (Ganondagan) “The Apology” May 20, 2025 "Cattaraugus Territory of the Seneca Nation of Indians Governor Hochul Visits Seneca Nation and Issues Formal Apology for New York State’s Role in Operating Thomas Indian School...This video is Dedicated to the Survivors and Former Students of the Thomas Indian School. We appreciate your Strength, Courage and Resiliency. Through your Strength and Leadership we can all begin to heal."

https://youtu.be/1ZrgAJ3a1GM?si=OSCi-d6Ci8LUasIS

JUSTICE
Dr. Kristy Gnibus named new director of ECHRC(JET24 FOX66)
https://youtu.be/ho-_lqYtOwQ?si=0sPcSuXfsc1XqXgO
Gnibus explains HRC
https://www.goerie.com/story/opinion/letters/2025/06/17/readers-share-views-on-blessed-sacrament-the-erie-county-human-relations-commission-letters/84225296007/?tbref=hp

Pa.’s police misconduct database remains full of loopholes
https://www.spotlightpa.org/news/2025/05/george-floyd-police-murder-pennsylvania-reform-database/

July 8 - July 11 Educator Retreat: Justice and Humanity Join us for a powerful, four-day immersive retreat that explores the historic and enduring legacy of the Nuremberg Trials. At Robert H Jackson Center 305 E. Fourth St. Jamestown, NY https://www.roberthjackson.org/event/educator-retreat-justice-and-humanity/

July 9 Designing Justice: The New Tribunal for Ukraine and Beyond @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Virtual Program, free, public, registration required. Host: Robert H Jackson Center "As Russia’s war against Ukraine challenges global norms, a new legal effort emerges: the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression" https://www.roberthjackson.org/event/designing-justice-the-new-tribunal-for-ukraine-and-beyond/

August 11 - Robert H. Jackson Lecture on the Supreme Court of the United States 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Hall of Philosophy Chautauqua Institution, Professor Kim Lane Scheppele the featured speaker. Attending the lecture is free, but you must purchase a gate pass from Chautauqua Institution to access the grounds. https://www.roberthjackson.org/event/21st-annual-robert-h-jackson-lecture-on-the-supreme-court-of-the-united-states/

'I'm hopeful': Erie coffee shop owner still presses for change 5 years after civil unrest  (Ed Palattella, Erie Times-News) with Ember + Forge owner Hannah Kirby
\People with mental illness can languish in jail. This Pa. county thinks a new mobile clinic can help.*Spotlight PA)
https://www.spotlightpa.org/news/2025/05/mental-health-clinic-competency-allegheny/

LGBT
Tale of the GLBT Float in Erie's Bicentennial Parade 1995 In 1995, Erie celebrated its Bicentennial. The Bicentennial Commission approved a float from Erie's gay community, to be included in the Bicentennial Parade which would be held on Saturday May 27. The inclusion was fairly progressive for the time, and did include some controversy, concern, and from certain quarters, open hostility,
Late Thursday, May 25th, the float was heavily vandalized. With 36 hours before the parade, a group of supporters gathered to repair the float, ensuring its conclusion in the Bicentennial Parade. Greg Valiga wrote a wonderful account of the float story, from idea to surprising victory. The account also gives the reader a great feel for that particular moment in time. Greg was one of the organizers of the float and at the time was involved with the League of Gay and Lesbian Voters. This article appeared in the June 1995 issue of Erie Gay Community Newsletter. Also included a float photo gallery. https://www.nwpapride.org/pride-news/glbt-float-in-1995-erie-bicentennial-parade


lgbt
upmc
transfamily
365

LGBTQ

Riot Coffee+++
Organizer: Feds Deny Erie VA's Pride Request https://youtu.be/r2Pq83sN7Tk?si=j81ct73dexruy7j3 si=uzGrtjFpkhJEQRy_




LGBT
Jul 12 - TransFamily of NWPA Summer Picnic (Presque Isle State Park - Beach 11 Pavilion, Erie, PA) 12 PM - 5 PM. "We provide drinks, hot dogs, hamburgers, and vegan options. Bring your favorite dish to share! Contact us if you have any questions!" https://www.facebook.com/events/1388817129055470.




Jul 18 - Coffee Social for LGBTQ+ Veterans 10 AM. "Coffee social for LGBTQ+ veterans at the Erie VA Veteran Canteen, located in the Erie VA basement at 135 E 38th St., Erie, PA. Times are subject to change based on availability. Info: Brittany Miklos at 814-844-5944. Open to all LGBTQ+ Veterans in all counties served by the Erie VA.

Aug 9 - 365 Block Party Perry Square Noon. Event by Erie Pride 365, Erie's Black Wall Street and Dalen Michael "Committed to championing the rights and well-being of Black, Brown, & LGBTQIA+ individuals, 365 days a year."

NWPA Pride Picnic August 16 1:00pm - 5:00pm Presque Isle State Park - Rotary Pavilion   

Queer Art Rising https://www.eriereader.com/article/queer-art-rising (Julia Carden/Erie Reader)

Aging With Pride: Erie's Queer Senior Social Club https://www.eriereader.com/article/aging-with-pride-eries-queer-senior-social-club

What Sanctuary Really Means (Dr Tyler Titus/Erie Reader) https://www.eriereader.com/article/what-sanctuary-really-means


SCHOOL

This student was told he could walk the baby, at first. But when it came time, they changed their mind and said it was a hazard. The man decided to run up! The police were already on the scene for the security of the event. Instead of making a bigger scene, the officers decided to let it go due to the cheers being received.

https://youtu.be/xQLe-yRpx8A?si=VkNQgEEbnBctPBiv

School Suspension & the School to Prison Pipeline WNY Peace Center
https://youtu.be/rdYvsET6QHo?si=EiT3ZE6PwDj6m5xS


Breaking the Cycle: Rethinking School Suspensions in Buffalo (WBFO)
https://www.btpm.org/2025-05-27/breaking-the-cycle-rethinking-school-suspensions-in-buffalo


https://www.erienewsnow.com/story/52822753/report-shortage-of-teachers-in-pennsylvania

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9woirpBAN_Q
DEI in PA schools
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=rm&ogbl#inbox/FMfcgzQbfLdjgsXRqwhzPhjqbnLgBlbV

The Truth About Executive Orders and Lawful DEI in PA Schools and Colleges", where we respond to some of the many questions we've heard from our schools and parents about recent federal executive actions. This viewing will be followed by a live Q&A with ACLU-PA speakers: Harold Jordan, nationwide education equity coordinator
Kirsten Hanlon, fellowship attorney, standard public interest

https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=rm&ogbl#inbox/FMfcgzQbfLdjgsXRqwhzPhjqbnLgBlbV

SPIRIT
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=rm&ogbl#inbox/FMfcgzQbfxgbkTqVHhRPVFLjQTPtmLKq 
WORK



WORK
Erie County Community College – How It is Impacting the Community, Addressing Workforce Development, Aug 27 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM Free - $5 w/lunch Jefferson Educational Society 3207 State, Erie
https://www.jeserie.org/events/details/erie-county-community-college-how-it-is-impacting-the-community-addressing-workforce-development-and-helping-to-shape-the-future




ETC


MISC
Benedictines offer nonviolence training 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at the Listening Hearts Room at St Mary’s: A Space to Create, 310 East 10th Street, Erie. All sessions will include teaching and role plays. Sessions are free, donations accepted. July 7 – Nonviolence introduction July 21—Nonviolence and de-escalation strategies August 4—Nonviolence and demonstrations August 18—Nonviolence and protecting others For more information or to RSVP, email bfp@eriebenedictines.org Note: Listening Hearts Room is up a flight of stairs.
https://www.benedictinesforpeace.com/gospel-action/nonviolencetrainings/

TRANSIT
Pittsburgh dedicated bus lanes
https://www.unionprogress.com/2025/05/19/seeing-red-crews-begin-painting-exclusive-bus-lanes-in-downtown-pittsburgh-on-monday/
rom Erie Times News
INVITATION FOR BIDS
AND PROPOSALS
The Housing Authority of the City of Erie will receive sealed bids/proposals for the following:
Workers Compensation Insurance for the Employees of the Housing Authority of the City of Erie
Request for Proposals for a Project Based Voucher Program to serve the chronically homeless.
Sealed bids/proposals will be received until 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at the Authority's Administration Office, 606 Holland St., Erie, PA 16501, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud.
Bid documents may be obtained at the Housing Authority office, 606 Holland St., 814-452-2425 or downloaded at www.hace.org, click on Invitation to Bid. Pre-bid meetings are listed under Specifications.
The Authority reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality in bidding. All communications and inquiries shall be directed to Dusti Dennis, Executive Director, at Dennisd@hace.org.
The Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Agenc


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ETC
ER Juneteenth celebrations
https://www.eriereader.com/article/eries-juneteenth-celebrations
ER Juneteenth celebrations
https://www.eriereader.com/article/eries-juneteenth-celebrations
LIBRARY
The Local Impact of Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services Cuts ER https://www.eriereader.com/article/the-local-impact-of-federal-institute-of-museum-and-library-services-cuts

https://www.goerie.com/picture-gallery/news/local/2025/06/15/juneteenth-erie-pa-perry-square/84214601007/


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Black History Month 2020 - The Butler Institute of American Art: Bill Dotson https://youtu.be/-98SlT1-ddc?si=yWtNlpdKoGujtXc9



Cat Tales Banned Book Club: Nineteen Eighty-Four Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 5:30 PM purrista cat cafe
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