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The Erie Reader is Erie's only free weekly paper and features in-depth coverage of news, arts, and entertainment while exploring and discussing the issues that affect our city. From Erie theater to the center gallery at the Erie Art Museum to the best local music, we have you covered on what’s happening in Erie’s scene. Writing and reporting on local and national politics, with opinionated arts, c

ulture, music, dance, film, theater and sports reviews and entertainment listings, the Reader is your source on all that Erie has to offer.

The Jefferson Educational Society has designed an ambitious slate of events for their 17th Global Summit, which official...
10/09/2025

The Jefferson Educational Society has designed an ambitious slate of events for their 17th Global Summit, which officially kicked off last month when Erie welcomed President Barack Obama. Events continue through October, featuring names like Neil deGrasse Tyson, Dr. Jane Petro, Jim Kelly, and Mike Pence with subject matter spanning politics, science, medicine, sports, climate, and more.

More by Chloe Forbes at the link in the comments below ⬇️

Collage by Chelsea Oliver

Based on the life story of Joseph Merrick born in 1862 and written as a story for the stage in 1977, Elephant Man will c...
10/09/2025

Based on the life story of Joseph Merrick born in 1862 and written as a story for the stage in 1977, Elephant Man will come to the Erie Playhouse this October. The mentally and physically complex role of Merrick as played by Playhouse Executive Director Zach Flock is sure to move audiences.

More by Nick Warren at the link in the comments ⬇️

The Eerie Horror Fest returns to the Warner Theatre this October for a two-day celebration of the horror film genre. Fea...
10/09/2025

The Eerie Horror Fest returns to the Warner Theatre this October for a two-day celebration of the horror film genre. Featuring film screenings (ranging from the family-friendly Haunted Mansion to John Carpenter's cult classic The Fog), celebrity guests, vendors, food, and more.

More from by Cara Suppa below ⬇️

📸: Erin Phillips

Following two stories from Greek mythology – Hades and Persephone and Orpheus and Eurydice – the Footlights Youth Theatr...
10/09/2025

Following two stories from Greek mythology – Hades and Persephone and Orpheus and Eurydice – the Footlights Youth Theatre program presents Hadestown: Teen Edition, a reimagining of these tales that parallels the original Hadestown script closely.

📸: RICK KLEIN PHOTOGRAPHY

More by Cassandra Gripp at the link in the comments ⬇️

Spooky new issue out online and select newsstands throughout the month!💀🪦Cover Art: "Monster"Mark KosobuckiLayout: Nick ...
10/09/2025

Spooky new issue out online and select newsstands throughout the month!💀🪦

Cover Art: "Monster"Mark Kosobucki
Layout: Nick Warren

Jefferson Starship took to the Warner Theatre stage, partnering with Kansas to bring a night full of hits to the Warner ...
10/06/2025

Jefferson Starship took to the Warner Theatre stage, partnering with Kansas to bring a night full of hits to the Warner Theatre as both bands celebrated the 50th Anniversary of their first albums.

📸: David Destin

More by Larry Wheaton in the comments below.

Win a pair of tickets to see The Elephant Man at the Erie Playhouse. 🏆To enter you must* Like this post* Tag a friend in...
10/03/2025

Win a pair of tickets to see The Elephant Man at the Erie Playhouse.

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Drawing a Comicby Brad Pattullo
09/30/2025

Drawing a Comic
by Brad Pattullo

Initiated locally by a student at Fairview High School, the Youth Health Knowledge Association is an international progr...
09/30/2025

Initiated locally by a student at Fairview High School, the Youth Health Knowledge Association is an international program that helps to bring health education to the community in accessible ways through educational events that provide information about preventive care and managing chronic conditions.

More by Cassandra Gripp at the link in the comments ⬇️

Join in a spirited, soulful evening of "rich harmonies, dynamic rhythms, vibrant costumes, and an infectious spirit of j...
09/29/2025

Join in a spirited, soulful evening of "rich harmonies, dynamic rhythms, vibrant costumes, and an infectious spirit of joy" presented by the internationally renowned Soweto Gospel Choir at the Mary D'Angelo Performing Arts Center.

More by Thomas Taylor at the link in the comments ⬇️

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