Wednesday, June 29, 2022

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Always check event info and COVID policy at original poster. 

Thursday, July 7, 2022

CALENDAR & NEWS ~ July 2022

Check event info and COVID policy at original poster to assure most updated and accurate info. 

First day of the season at Little Italy Farmers Market, held Mondays 3-6pm at W. 18th & Myrtle. 
Local food sources below. 


ARTS & FESTS

July 1- July 14 Indecent By Paula Vogel Directed by Lisa Rothe Chautauqua Institute 
July 9-10 Inherit the Wind  Meadville Community Theatre Crawford County Old Courtroom 
July 20 -22 - New Play Workshop: "Through the Eyes of Holly Germaine" Chautauqua Institute “Marty said when I help the birds it will change people’s impression of my shallowness.” 
July 23 - AmeriMasala 2022 Perry Square East, Erie PA "Our goal is to inspire a community philosophy which promotes the value and nobility of all people and encourage dialogue across the lines of race ethnicity, gender and class through assessable public presentations of cultural arts, workshops and lectures."
July 23 - Meadville Pride 1-5pm Diamond Park Sq, Meadville PA Hosted by NWPA Pride 
July 23 & 24 NPW: Black Like Me Chautauqua Institute "revisits Griffin’s memoir through the response of modern-day characters."
July 25-29 -  Rage Against the Machine in concert   Buffalo 7/25, CLE 7/27, Pittsburgh 7/29
July 28 - Aug 7 - Buffalo Infringement Festival 
Aug 4 - One Table Picnic  Runners Pavilion, Presque Isle State Park, Erie PA. 4-8:30pm, meal at 6pm. "One Table is Erie's Multicultural and Interfaith Bridge-builders"
Aug 18 - Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: “Paths to Freedom: Sanctuary Road”
August 22 -  Deeper Than The Skin
 Chautauqua Institute
One World Tribe "As a special feature of this summer’s 814 Concert Series [July 10-Aug 14], One World Tribe will host 2 hour drum and dance circles before each show. The purpose of the drum circles is to bring unity in the community, to learn some global rhythms and dance, and to have FUN! Mark your calendar to join us each SUNDAY afternoon for 6 weeks in 6 local parks. Bring the family!"
Shrine focuses on Black mothers, and results in astonishing works The Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh PA thru Dec 30 

ELECTIONS & GOVT

Buffalo area Republican drops out of State Senate race, quits party (WGRZ) Former Erie Co. (NY) Executive and GOP-endorsed candidate saying he "can no longer represent a party whose priorities I do not authentically support."
Pa. Senate Republicans advance late-night constitutional amendment package on abortion, voter ID (Pennsylvania Capital-Star) "After voting to waive a rule banning votes after 11 p.m., the Senate Rules Committee on Thursday tacked on proposed amendments, including language requiring voters to show ID at polling places, allowing gubernatorial candidates to select their running mates, and creating a system for election audits. The bill also includes language that would let lawmakers disapprove regulations without facing a veto from the governor."

GUNS

If I only had a gun  I'm including this 2009 20/20 segment because it holds up in showing how much the "good guy with a gun" scenario is fantasy.

JUSTICE

Kevin Flowers coverage of Erie Police hirings issues and news  Several articles here, and Flowers offers good reporting and details. 


The Marshall Project Announces Cleveland Local News Team (Marshall Project) " Pulitzer-winning nonprofit media organization covering criminal justice, is excited to announce the launch of its first local news operation, in Cleveland."

LOCAL FOOD

Resources
Local Harvest nationwide directory with local listings
Cooking
Chef Lisa Heidelberg hosts What's Cooking every week on JET/FOX66 (videos on their website). She is also owner of Dinner is Served by Lisa.334 W. 8th

July 18 - Independence of PA Courts threatened
 Deborah Gross Esq. & Jay Silberblatt, Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society

July 19 - Are Amendments to the Constitution Good or Bad? Deborah Gross Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society

July 20 - Alternative Ways to Pick Judges Deborah Gross Esq., Phil Friedman Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society

LGBTQ+

July 23 - Meadville Pride  will be held July 23 from 1-5pm Diamond Park Sq, Meadville PA Hosted by NWPA Pride 
Compton's Table "Our mission is to eliminate systemic inequity, create community through peer connection, and empower queer youth and young adults on their journey to authenticity..
"Piecing Together Local LGBTQA History (Jonathan Burdick/Erie Reader)   

GEMISH

July 8 - Restoring the Harry Burleigh Legacy: Archivist Report from Dr. Walter Greason 5 - 7 p.m. • Erie Playhouse Social/Cocktail Hour • 5 p.m.Catered by Dinner is Served by Lisa & 710 Cafe, Piano Music by Bruce Gingrich. exhibit of the Ada Lawrence - Johnny Johnson Preservation Project
July 14 - Civil Resistance with Erica Chenoweth Chautauqua Institution  3:30pm
Aug 3 - History and Healing: Spotlight on African American Heroes  Featuring: A Shared Heritage 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Jefferson Ed. Society 
Aug 4 - The Slap Heard Round the World: Why Toxic Masculinity Just Will Not Die Rhonda Matthews PhD "Designed for mature audiences. Attendance is not recommended for people under the age of 18." Jefferson Educational Society (Satellite location - East Erie)
Erie Benedictines for Peace announce new website  "As an outreach of the Benedictine Sisters of Erie, we work to live out the community's corporate commitment, which is 'to be a healing presence and prophetic witness for peace and justice by actively addressing the climate crisis and the rights of women and children.'"

ROE

July 10 Jamestown Justice Coalition will hold a Rally for Reproductive Rights 
at noon on July 10 in Dow Park, Jamestown NY. "March from Dow Park to Tracy Plaza (city hall).Speakers, shirts, information, and resources at Tracy Plaza. Continue march eventually returning to Dow Park. "

July 14 - Bastille Day with Erie County United Bastille Day 5 pm Federal Building, South Park Row, Erie PA. Demands are “freedom for all” from passing Women's Health Protection Act and ending the filibuster to do so. To keep up with ECU efforts: "follow on FB, attend a meeting, we have emails, text-blasts etc. sent out once folks are in our data base as well."

Anti-Abortion Movement's Lie  (Molly Brechtel, Erie Reader) Molly's powerful personal journey. 


ACLU: Abortion Access PA Statement and action

Some Americans are offering to help others travel out of state for an abortion. But in a post-Roe era, experts urge caution (CNN) 

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ARTS & FESTS

July 1- July 14 Indecent By Paula Vogel Directed by Lisa Rothe Chautauqua Institute 
July 9-10 Inherit the Wind  Meadville Community Theatre Crawford County Old Courtroom 
July 20 -22 - New Play Workshop: "Through the Eyes of Holly Germaine" Chautauqua Institute “Marty said when I help the birds it will change people’s impression of my shallowness.” 
July 23 - AmeriMasala 2022 Perry Square East, Erie PA "Our goal is to inspire a community philosophy which promotes the value and nobility of all people and encourage dialogue across the lines of race ethnicity, gender and class through assessable public presentations of cultural arts, workshops and lectures."
July 23 - Meadville Pride 1-5pm Diamond Park Sq, Meadville PA Hosted by NWPA Pride 
July 23 & 24 NPW: Black Like Me Chautauqua Institute "revisits Griffin’s memoir through the response of modern-day characters."
July 25-29 -  Rage Against the Machine in concert   Buffalo 7/25, CLE 7/27, Pittsburgh 7/29
July 28 - Aug 7 - Buffalo Infringement Festival 
Aug 4 - One Table Picnic  Runners Pavilion, Presque Isle State Park, Erie PA. 4-8:30pm, meal at 6pm. "One Table is Erie's Multicultural and Interfaith Bridge-builders"
Aug 18 - Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: “Paths to Freedom: Sanctuary Road”
August 22 -  Deeper Than The Skin
 Chautauqua Institute
One World Tribe "As a special feature of this summer’s 814 Concert Series [July 10-Aug 14], One World Tribe will host 2 hour drum and dance circles before each show. The purpose of the drum circles is to bring unity in the community, to learn some global rhythms and dance, and to have FUN! Mark your calendar to join us each SUNDAY afternoon for 6 weeks in 6 local parks. Bring the family!"
Shrine focuses on Black mothers, and results in astonishing works The Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh PA thru Dec 30 

ELECTIONS
ICYMI: Mike Kelly drawn into ‘fake elector’ controversies (WESA) "We found out now that this came from Pennsylvania Congressman Mike Kelly’s office"

GUNS

If I only had a gun  I'm including this 2009 20/20 segment because it holds up in showing how much the "good guy with a gun" scenario is fantasy.

JUSTICE

Kevin Flowers coverage of Erie Police hirings issues and news  Several articles here, and Flowers offers good reporting and details. 


The Marshall Project Announces Cleveland Local News Team (Marshall Project) " Pulitzer-winning nonprofit media organization covering criminal justice, is excited to announce the launch of its first local news operation, in Cleveland."

LOCAL FOOD

Resources
Local Harvest nationwide directory with local listings

Cooking
Chef Lisa Heidelberg hosts What's Cooking every week on JET/FOX66 (videos on their website). She is also owner of Dinner is Served by Lisa.334 W. 8th


LGBTQ+

July 23 - Meadville Pride  will be held July 23 from 1-5pm Diamond Park Sq, Meadville PA Hosted by NWPA Pride 
Compton's Table "Our mission is to eliminate systemic inequity, create community through peer connection, and empower queer youth and young adults on their journey to authenticity..
"Piecing Together Local LGBTQA History (Jonathan Burdick/Erie Reader)   

GEMISH

July 8 - Restoring the Harry Burleigh Legacy: Archivist Report from Dr. Walter Greason 5 - 7 p.m. • Erie Playhouse Social/Cocktail Hour • 5 p.m.Catered by Dinner is Served by Lisa & 710 Cafe, Piano Music by Bruce Gingrich. exhibit of the Ada Lawrence - Johnny Johnson Preservation Project
July 14 - Civil Resistance with Erica Chenoweth Chautauqua Institution  3:30pm
Aug 3 - History and Healting: Spotlight on African American Heroes  Featuring: A Shared Heritage 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Jefferson Ed. Society 
Aug 4 - The Slap Heard Round the World: Why Toxic Masculinity Just Will Not Die Rhonda Matthews PhD "Designed for mature audiences. Attendance is not recommended for people under the age of 18." Jefferson Educational Society (Satellite location)

ROE

Jamestown Justice Coalition will hold a Rally for Reproductive Rights 
at noon on July 10 in Dow Park, Jamestown NY. "March from Dow Park to Tracy Plaza (city hall).Speakers, shirts, information, and resources at Tracy Plaza. Continue march eventually returning to Dow Park. "

July 14 - Bastille Day with Erie County United Demands are “freedom for all” from passing Women's Health Protection Act and ending the filibuster to do so. To keep up with ECU efforts: "follow on FB, attend a meeting, we have emails, text-blasts etc sent out once folks are in our data base as well."

Anti-Abortion Movement's Lie  (Molly Brechtel, Erie Reader) Molly's powerful personal journey. 


ACLU: Abortion Access PA Statement and action

Some Americans are offering to help others travel out of state for an abortion. But in a post-Roe era, experts urge caution (CNN) 




Always check event info at original poster. 

ARTS & FESTS

July 1- July 14 Indecent By Paula Vogel Directed by Lisa Rothe Chautauqua Institute 
July 9-10 Inherit the Wind  Meadville Community Theatre Crawford County Old Courtroom 
July 20 -22 - New Play Workshop: "Through the Eyes of Holly Germaine" Chautauqua Institute “Marty said when I help the birds it will change people’s impression of my shallowness.” 
July 23 - AmeriMasala 2022 Perry Square East, Erie PA "Our goal is to inspire a community philosophy which promotes the value and nobility of all people and encourage dialogue across the lines of race ethnicity, gender and class through assessable public presentations of cultural arts, workshops and lectures."
July 23 - Meadville Pride 1-5pm Diamond Park Sq, Meadville PA Hosted by NWPA Pride 
July 23 & 24 NPW: Black Like Me Chautauqua Institute "revisits Griffin’s memoir through the response of modern-day characters."
July 25-29 -  Rage Against the Machine in concert   Buffalo 7/25, CLE 7/27, Pittsburgh 7/29
July 28 - Aug 7 - Buffalo Infringement Festival 
Aug 4 - One Table Picnic  Runners Pavilion, Presque Isle State Park, Erie PA. 4-8:30pm, meal at 6pm. "One Table is Erie's Multicultural and Interfaith Bridge-builders"
Aug 18 - Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: “Paths to Freedom: Sanctuary Road”
August 22 -  Deeper Than The Skin Chautauqua Institute

One World Tribe "As a special feature of this summer’s 814 Concert Series [July 10-Aug 14], One World Tribe will host 2 hour drum and dance circles before each show. The purpose of the drum circles is to bring unity in the community, to learn some global rhythms and dance, and to have FUN! Mark your calendar to join us each SUNDAY afternoon for 6 weeks in 6 local parks. Bring the family!"
Shrine focuses on Black mothers, and results in astonishing works The Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh PA thru Dec 30 

ELECTIONS
ICYMI: Mike Kelly drawn into ‘fake elector’ controversies (WESA) "We found out now that this came from Pennsylvania Congressman Mike Kelly’s office"

GUNS
CeaseFirePA  PA-focused resources and action
Where PA political candidates stand on gun control (Pgh City Paper) 

If I only had a gun - I'm including this 2009 20/20 segment because it holds up in showing how much the "good guy with a gun" scenario is fantasy.

JUSTICE
PA House votes to erase ‘homosexuality’ from state crimes code (AP)

Kevin Flowers coverage of Erie Police hirings issues and news Several articles here, and Flowers offers good reporting and details. 
CHQ Week Three: July 9–16, 2022 The Future of Human Rights Chautauqua Institute
Aug 3 - Families against mandatory minimums and Second-Chance Sentencing https://www.jeserie.org/events/details/satellite-location-east-erie-families-against-mandatory-minimums-famm-and-second-chance-sentencing 

Free Q&A on the limitations of Pa.’s police misconduct database (Spotlight PA) On Thursday, July 7 at 6 p.m. ET, join Spotlight PA on Zoom for a free Q&A on the limitations of the state’s police hiring database and a discussion of other police accountability efforts.


The Marshall Project Announces Cleveland Local News Team (Marshall Project) " Pulitzer-winning nonprofit media organization covering criminal justice, is excited to announce the launch of its first local news operation, in Cleveland."


LOCAL FOOD

Local Harvest nationwide directory with local listings

Cooking
Chef Lisa Heidelberg hosts What's Cooking every week on JET/FOX66 (videos on their website). She is also owner of Dinner is Served by Lisa.334 W. 8th


COURTS

July 11 - Reva Siegel: 18th Annual Robert H. Jackson Lecture on the Supreme Court of the United States at Chautauqua Institution
July 18 - Independence of PA Courts threatened Deborah Gross Esq. & Jay Silberblatt, Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society
July 19 - Are Amendments to the Constitution Good or Bad? Deborah Gross Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society
July 20 - Alternative Ways to Pick Judges Deborah Gross Esq., Phil Friedman Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society

GEMISH

July 8 - Restoring the Harry Burleigh Legacy: Archivist Report from Dr. Walter Greason 5 - 7 p.m. • Erie Playhouse Social/Cocktail Hour • 5 p.m.Catered by Dinner is Served by Lisa & 710 Cafe, Piano Music by Bruce Gingrich. exhibit of the Ada Lawrence - Johnny Johnson Preservation Project
July 14 - Civil Resistance with Erica Chenoweth Chautauqua Institution  3:30pm
Aug 3 - History and Healting: Spotlight on African American Heroes  Featuring: A Shared Heritage 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Jefferson Ed. Society 
Aug 4 - The Slap Heard Round the World: Why Toxic Masculinity Just Will Not Die Rhonda Matthews PhD "Designed for mature audiences. Attendance is not recommended for people under the age of 18." Jefferson Educational Society (Satellite location)
Piecing Together Local LGBTQA History (Jonathan Burdick/Erie Reader)  

ROE
Jamestown Justice Coalition will hold a Rally for Reproductive Rights at noon on July 10 in Dow Park, Jamestown NY. "March from Dow Park to Tracy Plaza (city hall).Speakers, shirts, information, and resources at Tracy Plaza. Continue march eventually returning to Dow Park. "

July 14 - Bastille Day with Erie County United Demands are “freedom for all” from passing Women's Health Protection Act and ending the filibuster to do so. To keep up with ECU efforts: "follow on FB, attend a meeting, we have emails, text-blasts etc sent out once folks are in our data base as well. "

Anti-Abortion Movement's Lie (Molly Brechtel, Erie Reader) Molly's powerful personal journey. 


ACLU: Abortion Access PA Statement and action

Some Americans are offering to help others travel out of state for an abortion. But in a post-Roe era, experts urge caution (CNN) 
 



ARTS & FESTS

July 1- July 14 Indecent By Paula Vogel Directed by Lisa Rothe Chautauqua Institute 
July 9-10 Inherit the Wind Meadville Community Theatre Crawford County Old Courtroom 
July 20 -22 - New Play Workshop: "Through the Eyes of Holly Germaine" Chautauqua Institute “Marty said when I help the birds it will change people’s impression of my shallowness.” 
July 23 - AmeriMasala 2022 Perry Square East, Erie PA "Our goal is to inspire a community philosophy which promotes the value and nobility of all people and encourage dialogue across the lines of race ethnicity, gender and class through assessable public presentations of cultural arts, workshops and lectures."
July 23 - Meadville Pride 1-5pm Diamond Park Sq, Meadville PA Hosted by NWPA Pride 
July 23 & 24 NPW: Black Like Me Chautauqua Institute "revisits Griffin’s memoir through the response of modern-day characters."
July 25-29 -  Rage Against the Machine in concert   Buffalo 7/25, CLE 7/27, Pittsburgh 7/29
July 28 - Aug 7 - Buffalo Infringement Festival 
Aug 4 - One Table Picnic  Runners Pavilion, Presque Isle State Park, Erie PA. 4-8:30pm, meal at 6pm. "One Table is Erie's Multicultural and Interfaith Bridge-builders"
Aug 18 - Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: “Paths to Freedom: Sanctuary Road”
August 22 -  Deeper Than The Skin Chautauqua Institute

One World Tribe "As a special feature of this summer’s 814 Concert Series [July 10-Aug 14], One World Tribe will host 2 hour drum and dance circles before each show. The purpose of the drum circles is to bring unity in the community, to learn some global rhythms and dance, and to have FUN! Mark your calendar to join us each SUNDAY afternoon for 6 weeks in 6 local parks. Bring the family!"
Shrine focuses on Black mothers, and results in astonishing works The Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh PA thru Dec 30 "Shrine, is a testament to the power of Black mothers and what they can do when given the structure and support to do what they wish." (Pgh City Paper)

ELECTIONS
ICYMI: Mike Kelly drawn into ‘fake elector’ controversies (WESA) "We found out now that this came from Pennsylvania Congressman Mike Kelly’s office"

GUNS

JUSTICE
PA House votes to erase ‘homosexuality’ from state crimes code (AP)

CHQ Week Three: July 9–16, 2022 The Future of Human Rights Chautauqua Institute
Aug 3 - Families against mandatory minimums and Second-Chance Sentencing https://www.jeserie.org/events/details/satellite-location-east-erie-families-against-mandatory-minimums-famm-and-second-chance-sentencing 


Free Q&A on the limitations of Pa.’s police misconduct database (Spotlight PA) On Thursday, July 7 at 6 p.m. ET, join Spotlight PA on Zoom for a free Q&A on the limitations of the state’s police hiring database and a discussion of other police accountability efforts.


The Marshall Project Announces Cleveland Local News Team (Marshall Project) " Pulitzer-winning nonprofit media organization covering criminal justice, is excited to announce the launch of its first local news operation, in Cleveland."



LOCAL FOOD
Local Harvest nationwide directory with local listings

COURTS

July 11 - Reva Siegel: 18th Annual Robert H. Jackson Lecture on the Supreme Court of the United States at Chautauqua Institution
July 18 - Independence of PA Courts threatened Deborah Gross Esq. & Jay Silberblatt, Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society
July 19 - Are Amendments to the Constitution Good or Bad? Deborah Gross Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society
July 20 - Alternative Ways to Pick Judges Deborah Gross Esq., Phil Friedman Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society

GEMISH
July 14 - Bastille Day with Erie County United

July 14 - Civil Resistance with Erica Chenoweth Chautauqua Institution  erica-chenoweth 
Aug 3 - History and Healting: Spotlight on African American Heroes  Featuring: A Shared Heritage7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Jefferson Ed. Society 
Aug 4 - The Slap Heard Round the World: Why Toxic Masculinity Just Will Not Die Rhonda Matthews PhD "Designed for mature audiences. Attendance is not recommended for people under the age of 18." JES


ROE
Jamestown Justice Coalition will hold a Rally for Reproductive Rights at noon on July 10 in Dow Park, Jamestown NY. "March from Dow Park to Tracy Plaza (city hall).Speakers, shirts, information, and resources at Tracy Plaza. Continue march eventually returning to Dow Park. "

Decision to overturn Roe v. Wade won’t have immediate impact on abortion access in Pennsylvania
(Spotlight PA)
ACLU: Abortion Access PA 
League of Women Voters of PA: Statement on Roe v. Wade 
ECU+++
Some Americans are offering to help others travel out of state for an abortion. But in a post-Roe era, experts urge caution (CNN) 
 













ARTS & FESTS

July 1- July 14 Indecent By Paula Vogel Directed by Lisa Rothe Chautauqua Institute 
July 9-10 Inherit the Wind Meadville Community Theatre Crawford County Old Courtroom 
July 20 -22 - New Play Workshop: "Through the Eyes of Holly Germaine" Chautauqua Institute “Marty said when I help the birds it will change people’s impression of my shallowness.” 
July 23 - AmeriMasala 2022 Perry Square East, Erie PA "Our goal is to inspire a community philosophy which promotes the value and nobility of all people and encourage dialogue across the lines of race ethnicity, gender and class through assessable public presentations of cultural arts, workshops and lectures."
July 23 - Meadville Pride 1-5pm Diamond Park Sq, Meadville PA Hosted by NWPA Pride 
July 23 & 24 NPW: Black Like Me Chautauqua Institute "revisits Griffin’s memoir through the response of modern-day characters."
July 25-29 -  Rage Against the Machine in concert   Buffalo 7/25, CLE 7/27, Pittsburgh 7/29
July 28 - Aug 7 - Buffalo Infringement Festival 
Aug 4 - One Table Picnic  Runners Pavilion, Presque Isle State Park, Erie PA. 4-8:30pm, meal at 6pm. "One Table is Erie's Multicultural and Interfaith Bridge-builders"
Aug 18 - Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: “Paths to Freedom: Sanctuary Road”
August 22 -  Deeper Than The Skin Chautauqua Institute

One World Tribe "As a special feature of this summer’s 814 Concert Series [July 10-Aug 14], One World Tribe will host 2 hour drum and dance circles before each show. The purpose of the drum circles is to bring unity in the community, to learn some global rhythms and dance, and to have FUN! Mark your calendar to join us each SUNDAY afternoon for 6 weeks in 6 local parks. Bring the family!"

Shrine focuses on Black mothers, and results in astonishing works The Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh PA thru Dec 30 "Shrine, is a testament to the power of Black mothers and what they can do when given the structure and support to do what they wish." (Pgh City Paper)

ELECTIONS

ICYMI: Mike Kelly drawn into ‘fake elector’ controversies (WESA) "We found out now that this came from Pennsylvania Congressman Mike Kelly’s office"

GUNS
JUSTICE
PA House votes to erase ‘homosexuality’ from state crimes code (AP)

CHQ Week Three: July 9–16, 2022 The Future of Human Rights Chautauqua Institute
Aug 3 - Families against mandatory minimums and Second-Chance Sentencing https://www.jeserie.org/events/details/satellite-location-east-erie-families-against-mandatory-minimums-famm-and-second-chance-sentencing 
The Marshall Project Announces Cleveland Local News Team (Marshall Project) " Pulitzer-winning nonprofit media organization covering criminal justice, is excited to announce the launch of its first local news operation, in Cleveland."

Erie Mayor Joe Schember says $14.5M policing proposal is not dead    (Erie Times-News)

Free Q&A on the limitations of Pa.’s police misconduct database (Spotlight PA) On Thursday, July 7 at 6 p.m. ET, join Spotlight PA on Zoom for a free Q&A on the limitations of the state’s police hiring database and a discussion of other police accountability efforts.
The Marshall Project Announces Cleveland Local News Team (Marshall Project) " Pulitzer-winning nonprofit media organization covering criminal justice, is excited to announce the launch of its first local news operation, in Cleveland."



COURTS

July 11 - Reva Siegel: 18th Annual Robert H. Jackson Lecture on the Supreme Court of the United States at Chautauqua Institution
July 18 - Independence of PA Courts threatened Deborah Gross Esq. & Jay Silberblatt, Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society
July 19 - Are Amendments to the Constitution Good or Bad? Deborah Gross Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society
July 20 - Alternative Ways to Pick Judges Deborah Gross Esq., Phil Friedman Esq. Jefferson Ed. Society

ETC
Aug 4 - The Slap Heard Round the World: Why Toxic Masculinity Just Will Not Die Rhonda Matthews PhD "Disclaimer: This talk will directly address social issues connected to issues of gender, race, socio-economics, policy, and law. The language will be frank. The presentation and the discussion are designed for mature audiences. Attendance is not recommended for people under the age of 18." JES

 Should the Great Lakes have legal rights https://www.buffalorising.com/2022/06/should-the-great-lakes-have-legal-rights/
 
https://www.chq.org/event/chautauqua-literary-and-scientific-circle-presentation-civil-resistance-with-erica-chenoweth/ 

History and Healting: Spotlight on African American Heroes  Featuring: A Shared Heritage7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Jefferson Ed. Society 

Solar power at Pennsylvania schools doubled during the pandemic (Environmental Health News) “If this growth continues, schools could set Pennsylvania up as a clean energy leader and not just the fossil fuels we’re known for.”

ROE
Jamestown Justice Coalition will hold a Rally for Reproductive Rights at noon on July 10 in Dow Park, Jamestown NY. "March from Dow Park to Tracy Plaza (city hall).Speakers, shirts, information, and resources at Tracy Plaza. Continue march eventually returning to Dow Park. "
https://www.facebook.com/events/284314293868935
Decision to overturn Roe v. Wade won’t have immediate impact on abortion access in Pennsylvania
(Spotlight PA)
ACLU: Abortion Access PA 
League of Women Voters of PA: Statement on Roe v. Wade 
ECU+++
Some Americans are offering to help others travel out of state for an abortion. But in a post-Roe era, experts urge caution (CNN) 

CORRECTIONS
Indecent
https://www.chq.org/chautauqua-theater-company/?fbclid=IwAR0t1ZNT-kbuYqXtJRKpgtJCLcTepk5wE0sYI6yf5PF4uVHT0CFvo7Jl0sA
Jamestown Justice Coalition will hold a Rally for Reproductive Rights at noon on July 10 in Dow Park, Jamestown NY. "March from Dow Park to Tracy Plaza (city hall).Speakers, shirts, information, and resources at Tracy Plaza. Continue march eventually returning to Dow Park. "
https://www.facebook.com/events/284314293868935



















ARTS & FESTS

July 1- July 14 Indecent By Paula Vogel Directed by Lisa Rothe Chautauqua Institute 

July 12 - Sheryl Crow and Keb Mo'   Chautauqua Institute

July 20 -22 - New Play Workshop: "Through the Eyes of Holly Germaine" Chautauqua Institute “Marty said when I help the birds it will change people’s impression of my shallowness.” 

July 23 - AmeriMasala 2022 Perry Square East, Erie PA "Our goal is to inspire a community philosophy which promotes the value and nobility of all people and encourage dialogue across the lines of race ethnicity, gender and class through assessable public presentations of cultural arts, workshops and lectures."

July 23 & 24 NPW: Black Like Me Chautauqua Institute "revisits Griffin’s memoir through the response of modern-day characters."

July 28 - Aug 7 - Buffalo Infringement Festival 

Aug 4 - One Table Picnic  Runners Pavilion, Presque Isle State Park, Erie PA. 4-8:30pm, meal at 6pm. "One Table is Erie's Multicultural and Interfaith Bridge-builders"

Aug 18 - Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: “Paths to Freedom: Sanctuary Road”

August 22 -  Deeper Than The Skin Chautauqua Institute

Painting the town: 50 new murals will brighten Erie neighborhoods and create seasonal jobs (Erie Times-News) 

Shrine focuses on Black mothers, and results in astonishing works The Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh PA thru Dec 30 "Shrine, is a testament to the power of Black mothers and what they can do when given the structure and support to do what they wish." (Pgh City Paper)

Kuleta Pumoja festival Saturdays 9-4 p.m. thru Sept 25 "everyone in Western New York is invited to 1100 Jefferson Avenue in east Buffalo for Kuleta Pamoja and all its festivities"

ELECTIONS
CHQ Week Five: July 23–30, 2022 The Vote and Democracy Chautauqua Institute 

Updates on 

ICYMI: Mike Kelly drawn into ‘fake elector’ controversies (WESA) "We found out now that this came from Pennsylvania Congressman Mike Kelly’s office"
https://www.erienewsnow.com/story/46770980/this-republican-senator-keeps-changing-his-story-on-the-fake-electors-scheme 

GUNS
JUSTICE
PA House votes to erase ‘homosexuality’ from state crimes code (AP)

CHQ Week Three: July 9–16, 2022 The Future of Human Rights Chautauqua Institute

The Marshall Project Announces Cleveland Local News Team (Marshall Project) " Pulitzer-winning nonprofit media organization covering criminal justice, is excited to announce the launch of its first local news operation, in Cleveland."

Erie Mayor Joe Schember says $14.5M policing proposal is not dead    (Erie Times-News)

Chris Magoc: Slavery’s legacy in Erie and the unfulfilled promise of Juneteenth (Chris Magoc/Erie Times-News)

Dwane Brock: What would our history be if there had been no slavery? (Erie Times News)

https://www.roberthjackson.org/event/reva-siegel-robert-h-jackson-lecture-at-chautauqua-institution/ 21951/

The Marshall Project Announces Cleveland Local News Team (Marshall Project) " Pulitzer-winning nonprofit media organization covering criminal justice, is excited to announce the launch of its first local news operation, in Cleveland."

ETC
https://www.buffalorising.com/2022/06/should-the-great-lakes-have-legal-rights/
https://www.chq.org/event/chautauqua-literary-and-scientific-circle-presentation-civil-resistance-with-erica-chenoweth/

Solar power at Pennsylvania schools doubled during the pandemic (Environmental Health News) “If this growth continues, schools could set Pennsylvania up as a clean energy leader and not just the fossil fuels we’re known for.”

ARTS & FESTS


July 1- July 14 Indecent By Paula Vogel Directed by Lisa Rothe Chautauqua Institute https://www.chq.org/event/chautauqua-theater-company-indecent-2/

July 12 - Sheryl Crow and Keb Mo' Chautauqua Institute
https://tickets.chq.org/entertainment/order/2022A00025/sheryl-crow%20with%20keb'%20mo'%20&%20southern%20ave
July 20 -22 - New Play Workshop: "Through the Eyes of Holly Germaine" Chautauqua Institute “Marty said when I help the birds it will change people’s impression of my shallowness.” New Play Workshop: Through the Eyes of Holly Germaine - Chautauqua Institution (chq.org)

July 23 & 24 NPW: Black Like Me Chautauqua Institute "revisits Griffin’s memoir through the response of modern-day characters." Chautauqua Institute https://www.chq.org/event/new-play-workshop-3-performance-1/


July 28 - Aug 7 - Buffalo Infringement Festival https://infringeeveryday.wixsite.com/mysite



Aug 4 - One Table Picnic https://www.facebook.com/OneTableofEriePA/photos/a.399093137354603/1099928260604417/


Aug 18 - Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: “Paths to Freedom: Sanctuary Road”
https://www.chq.org/event/chautauqua-symphony-orchestra-paths-to-freedom-sanctuary-road-porgy-and-bess/


August 22 - About – Deeper Than The Skin CHQ Deeper Than The Skin - Chautauqua Institution (chq.org)


Painting the town: 50 new murals will brighten Erie neighborhoods and create seasonal jobs (Erie Times-News) https://www.goerie.com/story/entertainment/arts/2022/06/15/50-murals-erie-pa-outdoor-public-art-gallery-public-visual-paintings-culture-antonio-howard/65359719007/

Shrine focuses on Black mothers, and results in astonishing works The Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh PA thru Dec 30 "Shrine, is a testament to the power of Black mothers and what they can do when given the structure and support to do what they wish." (Pgh City Paper)  https://www.pghcitypaper.com/pittsburgh/shrine-focuses-on-black-mothers-and-results-in-astonishing-works/Content?oid=21901745 

Kuleta Pumoja festival Saturdays 9-4 p.m. thru Sept 25 "everyone in Western New York is invited to 1100 Jefferson Avenue in east Buffalo for Kuleta Pamoja and all its festivities"
https://thechallengernews.com/2022/06/3rd-annual-kuleta-pamoja-begins-todayat-johnnie-b-wiley-amateur-athletic-sports-pavilion/




ELECTIONS
CHQ Week Five: July 23–30, 2022 The Vote and Democracy
Honorable Jamie Raskin - Chautauqua Institution (chq.org) August 16
New York Passes Landmark Voting Rights Legislation (WNY News Now)

https://wnynewsnow.com/2022/06/21/new-york-passes-landmark-voting-rights-legislation/?fbclid=IwAR0gItOjITaWNCOuR0SBhqbxBE5TESrznb9nKVBpvFIT8p8X_cgYV8AwS80
ICYMI: Mike Kelly drawn into ‘fake elector’ controversies (WESA) Western Pa. Republicans Kelly, DeMarco drawn into 'fake elector' controversies as Jan. 6 hearings continue | 90.5 WESA
" “We found out now that this came from Pennsylvania Congressman Mike Kelly’s office"


GUNS
Where PA political candidates stand on gun control (Pgh City Paper) https://www.pghcitypaper.com/pittsburgh/learn-where-pennsylvania-political-candidates-stand-on-gun-control/Content?oid=21833034 


NY Gov. Kathy Hochul: Supreme Court gun law ruling is "reprehensible" (CBS News) https://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-york-governor-kathy-hochul-supreme-court-gun-law-ruling/ 

PA teachers union pushes back against lawmakers proposal to allow school employees to be armed (PennLive)
https://www.pennlive.com/news/2022/06/pa-teachers-union-pushes-back-against-lawmakers-proposal-to-allow-school-employees-to-be-armed.html

'Pure insanity': Ohio Gov. signs bill to arm teachers after 24 hours of training (Raw Story)
https://www.rawstory.com/pure-insanity-ohio-gov-signs-bill-to-arm-teachers-after-24-hours-of-training/?cx_testId=4&cx_testVariant=cx_undefined&cx_artPos=3&cx_experienceId=EXC93HV4HK4I#cxrecs_s
Cleveland School Board votes unanimously not to arm teachers (Cleveland Scene)

Cleveland School Board Votes Unanimously Not to Arm Teachers | Cleveland News | Cleveland | Cleveland Scene (clevescene.com)



HOME & COMMUNITY
Week Seven: August 6–13, 2022 More than Shelter: Redefining the American Home


JUSTICE

CHQ Week Three: July 9–16, 2022 The Future of Human Rights
The Marshall Project Announces Cleveland Local News Team (Marshall Project) " Pulitzer-winning nonprofit media organization covering criminal justice, is excited to announce the launch of its first local news operation, in Cleveland."

https://www.themarshallproject.org/2022/06/14/announcing-the-marshall-project-cleveland 

Erie Mayor Joe Schember says $14.5M policing proposal is not dead (goerie.com)

Statewide Pennsylvania police hiring database hindered by loopholes, lack of enforcement
https://www.pennlive.com/news/2022/06/statewide-pa-police-hiring-database-hindered-by-loopholes-lack-of-enforcement.html?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=34fc52d1-df45-4861-bef6-147633187f66

Mother of Transgender child on why her family is leaving Ohio (Buckeye Flame) https://thebuckeyeflame.com/2022/06/10/an-exit-interview-the-mother-of-a-transgender-child-on-why-her-family-is-leaving-ohio/ 



PA advocates urge action to end hair discrimination
Pa. advocates urge action to end hair discrimination | WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com
Slavery’s legacy in Erie and the unfulfilled promise of Juneteenth Chris Magoc
https://www.goerie.com/story/opinion/columns/2022/06/16/slavery-erie-juneteenth-magoc-hamot-colt-kelso-reed-himrod-abolition-racism-disparity-democracy/65360507007/?utm_source=goerie-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_briefing&utm_term=list_article_thumb&utm_content=NETN-PENNSYLVANIA-ERIE-NLETTER65


Dwane Brock: What would our history be if there had been no slavery?
Dwane Brock: What would our history be if there had been no slavery? (goerie.com)

Policing debate




ROE separate

WORKING


bootleg coal rebellion BHF (for labor day)

https://www.pghcitypaper.com/pittsburgh/changes-coming-to-pa-minimum-wage-act-modernizing-rules-for-tipped-workers/Content?oid=21644011 Aug 5

PA Tipp[ing law goes into effect Aug 5Changes coming to Pa. Minimum Wage Act, modernizing rules for tipped workers | News | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh City Paper (pghcitypaper.com)


ETC
Anti-mask lawsuits against Millcreek, North East schools reach next stage in court
https://www.goerie.com/story/news/education/2022/06/23/anti-mask-suits-cases-against-millcreek-north-east-reach-new-stage-j-chadwick-schnee/65362185007/?utm_source=goerie-DailyBriefing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_briefing&utm_term=list_article_thumb&utm_content=NETN-PENNSYLVANIA-ERIE-NLETTER65

https://www.yourerie.com/news/local-news/thousands-gather-in-perry-square-for-pride-parade/
Piecing Together Local LGBTQIA+ History (Jonathan Burdick/Erie Reader)
https://www.eriereader.com/article/piecing-together-local-lgbtqia-histTelling the tale of Juneteenth, while including recent tragedy in the lesson (WBFO) https://www.wbfo.org/local/2022-06-15/telling-the-tale-of-juneteenth-while-including-recent-tragedy-in-the-lesson?fbclid=IwAR3rKMat8jsY-MAYAzOzfWEeSFVuLxh9hqQTDbZVdyb_3arWn6I_kazNbAY

Friday, June 3, 2022

JUNE TNT

 JUNETEENTH

June 17 - 19 - Erie's Juneteenth Celebration
June 18 - 19  Juneteenth of Buffalo 

GATHERINGS & FESTS
(see also PRIDE and JUNETEENTH celebrations elsewhere here)
June 11 - Race Unity Picnic Presque Isle Shelter 1 2-6pm Hosts: Erie Area Bahais, Race Unity Dialogue Group, Amerimasala Festival Committee
June 25 - Taste of Diversity Festival Buffalo
Last Sundays - Shops on the Hill Artisan Fleas "live music, great food, and shopping from local artists and vendors. Pet friendly outdoor event!10am-3pm last Sunday of the month thru Sept

EARTH
June 11-13 - Pennsylvania Climate Convergence Harrisburg PA Press Release

NYS Climate Plan Act comments till June 10 


PRIDE MONTH

June 11 - Jamestown Pride Downtown Jamestown NY 10 AM. "activities and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy crafts dancing music and of course some drag! Thanks to our amazing sponsors all Jamestown Pride events are free and open to everyone."

June 18 - Rainbow Family Storytime @ Blasco  160 E Front St Erie, PA 10-10:45 am "storytime event celebrating LGBTQ+ families and their allies! Our children's librarians will showcase LGBTQ-friendly picture books from our collection and lead the group in upbeat music and movement activities. Children will receive a family photo frame to decorate and light refreshments will be served. All families with children are welcome to attend. No registration required." Host: Erie Co. Public Library 

June 18 - Warren County Pride Day 
Betts Park 11am - 6 pm "Activities, contests, games, speakers, music, dancing, vendors, food, giveaways, and camaraderie. We will have 2 bounce houses for children...Activities for families have been a focus for us."

June 25 - Erie Pridefest & Parade  March to Perry Square: step-off noon from The Zone 133 W 18th. Fest will include tables, vendors, performers. "we will include a first-ever Youth Zone, thanks to our Partners at the Erie Playhouse. This zone will include inflatable children's rides, a story corner, etc. This event is family-friendly and open to all ages at no cost. This event is also tobacco-free, thanks to our partners at Erie County Health Department and the NWPA Tobacco Control Program." For a complete list of parade units, vendors, information tables, and performers, visit nwpapride.org

JUSTICE

Mass Poor People’s and Low-Wage Workers' Assembly and Moral March on Washington and to the Polls March is June 18. There is a bus scheduled to leave Erie from 7851 Peach, 40 riders needed by June 11. The event will also be livestreamed. Info: poorpeoplescampaign.org/

Some Buffalo shooting links Spoken Word, visual, thoughts, roundups. +++

Father John Neiman will speak at a hybrid event put on by Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh June 12 at 3pm "Father Neiman will share the story of his relationships with Anne Frank's father and Miep Gies, one of the upstanders who hid the Franks, as his larger studies about the topic of the Holocaust. Q&A will follow." 

"Death of a Jewish Radical in Erie PA" is now posted on the Battle of Homestead Foundation You Tube channel.

Fresh Air interview: The Women's House of Detention: A Queer History of a Forgotten Prison 
(NPR) This interview with author Hugh Ryan offers a look at the NYC Women's House of D (1932 to 1974) and some of the shocking laws and attitudes that put them there (NYS and NYC)

WORKING
Forum on organizing a labor movement for the 21st century w/ Chris Smalls Amazon Labor Union organizer and union president . 5:30 PM Building Laborer's Local 310 Hall 3250 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH. Host: North Shore AFL-CIO Federation of Labor Open to non-delegates and the general public, but all attendees must register in advance.

For Summer Break, Department Of Labor & Industry Reminds Pennsylvanians Of Child Labor Act Protections For Young Workers https://www.media.pa.gov/Pages/labor-and-industry-details.aspx?newsid=690

CRITTERS
Ringling Bros Circus return to Erie reportedly will not have animal acts. The last few years they appeared they were greeted with protests against well-documented mistreatment of elephant performers.

Police investigating after complainant alleges Marineland held illegal dolphin shows during opening weekend (Niagara Falls Review)  Recently, Marineland banned lawyer, filmmaker, scientist, activists from entering park (CTV)

GEMISH

North East School Board hit with anti-mask lawsuit (Erie Times-News) "Among the claims ...is that requiring quarantines for students and staff infected with COVID-19, as part of the North East School District's mask policy, was tantamount to solitary confinement and a violation of the Eighth Amendment right against cruel and unusual punishment."

Economists: Ohio Abortion Ban Would Have Negative Impacts on Labor Force, Education (Cleveland Scene)

GUN VIOLENCE
March for Our Lives to End Gun Violence June 11 Perry Square 11am-1pm. In partnership with Pennsylvania United Erie County. 
Pennsylvania’s highest court could give cities the go-ahead to craft their own gun laws https://www.spotlightpa.org/news/2022/06/uvalde-shooting-pennsylvania-gun-laws/
Millcreek https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=324791816501630&set=a.174459251534888





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