October 12-October 12, 2007

Picasso At The Lapin Agile

Edinboro University's Dramatic Activities presents the hilarious comedy PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE by Steve Martin. Playing October 8th through the 11th at 7:30 PM and October 12th at 2 PM at the Diebold Performing arts center. Starting JEREMY MILLER and MICHAEL GUANTANAMO. Directed by directed by Professor Shari Taylor. Tickets can be purchased at the door and are three dollars for students, five for faculty and staff and seven for general admission.

Posted On:9/10/2008

October 17-October 17, 2007

Black Diamonds: Mountaintop Removal & The Fight For Coalfield Justice

Friday, October 17, 7:00 pm
Public Screening of Award-Winning Documentary "Black Diamonds: Mountaintop Removal & The Fight For Coalfield Justice"
A discussion with filmmaker, Catherine Pancake, to immediately follow the screening.

Edinboro University, Frank G. Pogue Student Center, Multipurpose Room. Free, open to public, donations accepted at door.
Sponsors: Delta Mu Delta Honor Society; School of Science, Management, & Technology at Edinboro University

For more info, contact: Gayle Morris (gmorris@edinboro.edu) or (814-732-2407)

One reviewer says: "A searing...documentary...mixes history, sociology, advocacy journalism, and personal portraits vividly depicting the catastrophic ecological and cultural effects wrought by mountaintop removal." Michael Yockel, Baltimore Magazine.

Awards: Silver Chris Award, Columbus International Film & Video Festival; Best Documentary, Southern Appalachian International Film Festival; Paul Robeson Fund for Independent Media Award; Jack Spadaro Award, Appalachian Studies Conference; Showcase Screening, Columbus International Film & Video Festival; Society for Visual Anthropology, American Anthropological Association Film Festival; Finalist, North American Assn. for Environmental Education/Albert I Pierce Foundation Film & Video Festival; Anchorage International Film Festival; West Virginia International Film Festival; Kansas International Film Festival; Takoma Park Film Festival; Heartwood's Annual Forest Council / Summit for the Mountains; Mountain Summer Justice Film Fest

Posted On:9/10/2008

October 22-October 22, 2007

George Winston in Concert

George Winston will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 22 in the Bromeley Family Theater on the campus of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. The price for the public is $26 and $22; all students are $11 and $9. George Winston concerts feature a variety of styles, including New Orleans R&B, stride piano and the style pioneered by Winston himself, melodic folk piano.

Classical guitarist Sharon Isbin will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 8 in the Bromeley Family Theater on the campus of the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. Isbin has collaborated with many personalities of our time, from Muhammad Ali to Melissa Etheridge. Her music has appeared in films and on television and radio, including the soundtrack of Martin Scorsese’s Academy Award winning "The Departed" and Showtime's "The L Word."

Posted On:10/10/2008

October 1-October 29, 2008

October event listing for the Mary D'Angelo Performing Arts Center

Times and Winds
Film | Wednesday, October 1, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Mercyhurst College | Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center
Times and Winds offers an unforgettable glimpse of rural Islamic life that is at once timeless, out of time and transfixed, like so many works of its kind, by the futile search for lost time.

Adult: $5 Senior/Student: $4 President’s Cardholder: $3 MC Student w/ ID: FREE

Ballet Hispanico
Dance | Saturday, October 4, 8 p.m.
Mercyhurst College | Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center
Fusing salsa, ballet, modern and Latin dance, the 38-year-old Ballet Hispanico is widely recognized as the leading dance representative of contemporary Hispanic culture in the U.S. Founded by Venezuela-born dancer Tina Ramirez, the troupe has brought its mission-driven excitement to over two million appreciative fans. Its beautifully fluent dancing captivates audiences with passionate expression and adventurous choreography.

Front Row Balcony (limited seating): $75 Gold Circle: $40 Adult: $35
Senior/Student/President’s Cardholder: $30 Youth: $15 MC Student w/ ID: $15

Dare Not Walk Alone
Film | Wednesday, October 8, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Mercyhurst College | Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center
The story of civil rights supporters in 1964 in Saint Augustine, Florida, and the inequalities that persist to this day. Director Jeremy Dean will introduce the film and host a discussion following the screening.

Adult: $5 Senior/Student: $4 President’s Cardholder: $3 MC Student w/ ID: FREE

Salome
The Met Opera: Live in HD | Saturday, October 11, 1 p.m.
Mercyhurst College | Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center
Karita Mattila caused a sensation when she sang Salome at the Met for the first time in 2004. She reprises her stunning interpretation of the part, including her unforgettable Dance of the Seven Veils.

Front Row Balcony (limited seating): $30 Adult: $15 Senior/Student: $15 Youth: $10 MC Student w/ ID: $15

Thomas Keneally presents “Searching for Schindler”
Live from NY’s 92nd Street Y | Sunday, October 12, 7:30 p.m.
Mercyhurst College | Taylor Little Theatre
Coinciding with the 15 anniversary of the release of the film Schindler's List, the author who brought the story of Oskar Schindler to the world's attention recounts his journey and how it changed his life. From Australia to the United States, Germany, Israel, Austria and Poland, Thomas Keneally examines how this story came to be told and its impact on our understanding of human values and ideals in the face of unthinkable brutality.

Adult: $5 Mercyhurst Community w/ ID: FREE Temple Anshe Hesed Community: FREE

The Visitor
Film | Wednesday, October 15, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Mercyhurst College | Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center
A widowed college professor returns to NYC to find a young couple, who turn out to be illegal immigrants, living in his apartment.

Adult: $5 Senior/Student: $4 President’s Cardholder $3 MC Student w/ ID: FREE

Uncounted
Film | Wednesday, October 22, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Mercyhurst College | Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center
This explosive documentary examines election fraud and how easy it is to change election outcomes and undermine election integrity across the nation. Director David Earnhardt will introduce the film and host a discussion following the screening.

Adult: $5 Senior/Student: $4 President’s Cardholder $3 MC Student w/ ID: FREE

Quartet New Generation
Contemporary Classical | Friday, October 22, 8 p.m.
Mercyhurst College | Walker Recital Hall
The recorders played by the virtuoso musicians in Quartet New Generation come in all shapes and sizes, capable of sounds you may never have imagined this instrument could make. Up to six feet in length, these instruments neither look nor sound like the recorders you may remember from grade school. Equally at ease with classical Renaissance music or works by contemporary composers, QNG has taken top honors at international chamber music competitions in Europe.

Adult: $25 Senior/Student/President’s Cardholder: $20 Youth: $10 MC Student w/ ID: $7.50


Priceless
Film | Wednesday, October 29, 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Mercyhurst College | Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center
Through a case of mistaken identity, a young gold digger woos a mild-mannered bartender thinking he's a wealthy suitor.

Adult: $5 Senior/Student: $4 President’s Cardholder $3 MC Student w/ ID: FREE

Posted On:9/15/2008

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October 1-October 31, 2008

Light Your Porch Pink

Light your porch pink for October, breast cancer awareness month! Donate $5 for your pink light bulb at the Saint Vincent Women’s Center, the Saint Vincent Gift Shop and the Saint Vincent Imaging Center at Yorktowne. Proceeds benefit the Saint Vincent Foundation’s Cancer Care Fund, providing medical camisoles for breast cancer surgery patients.

Posted On:9/24/2008

October 1-October 30, 2008

Octoberat the Erie County Historical Society

African American History Makers of Erie
Cemetery Walking Tour
Sunday, October 5th at 1 p.m.
On a tour created by Caroline Reichel, learn about internationally recognized musician Harry T. Burleigh, Erie’s first African American dentist Dr. Clarence Cheeks, baseball player Sam Jethroe and more!
Reservations required by October 4th. Call 814.454.1813 x0. Tickets:
$8/Adult, $4/Child. *Tour departs from the main gate of the Erie Cemetery.

Gales of November Shipwreck Series
Join Dr. David Frew Tuesdays, October 28th and November 4th 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the Erie Planetarium for an introduction to the 5th and final book in the Lake Erie Quadrangle Series, Pigs at Sea. Pigs at Sea is the story of two remarkable men, Great Lakes captains who could not have been more different. The lives of Alexander McDougall and Walter Grashaw intersected several times, but their most important crossroad occurred on Black Friday, October 20, 1916, when the most ferocious storm in Lake Erie’s recorded history erupted in the path of the James B. Colgate, a McDougall whaleback captained by Grashaw. Reservations appreciated.
Tickets: $6.00 Adults, $3.00 Children

Fleece to Finish Workshop
Instructor Laurie Laning has more than thirteen years experience spinning and dying wool, and after teaching classes in the Buffalo/Rochester area and Gettysburg, we are pleased to announce her six-week Fleece to Finish workshop scheduled for the R.S. Battles Farmhouse. Classes begin Saturday, October 4th through November 1st. Cost per class is $20.
Please call 814.454.1813 x0 to make a reservation by September 30th.

The following is the six-week course schedule:
October 4th…Selecting and Cleaning Your Fleece 10:00am
October 4th…Preparing a Fleece 1:00pm
October 18th…How to Use a Spinning Wheel 10:00am
October 18th…Spinning and Plying 1:00pm
October 25th…Natural Dying Workshop 10:00am
November 1st…Felting 101 10:00am

Civil War Boot Camp
Kids ages 12-16 are invited to enlist. Learn how to pitch a tent, eat hardtack, drill like a soldier in the Union Army, and learn about a soldier’s kit and what is carried in it and why. Program is offered through the 111th P.V.I. Civil War re-enacting group, and will take place at the R.S. Battles Farmhouse Saturday, October 4th and 18th 10 a.m. – 12 noon. Cost: $25 Per Workshop Reservations are required by October 2nd.
Call 814.454.1813 x0. *At least one adult must remain with their “enlisted” children.

So, You Think You Want to be a Re-enactor?
Representatives from the 111th P.V.I. Civil War re-enacting group share their craft. This two-hour program includes Civil War era uniforms and clothing, purchasing reproduction tools, tentage, cooking supplies and military kits. Saturday, October 18th 1:00 p.m. at the R.S. Battles Farmhouse. Cost: $10 Per Person Reservations required by October 11th.
Call 814.454.1813 x0.

Posted On:9/18/2008

October 2-November 2, 2008

Foster Parents needed

Foster Parents needed

The Erie County Office of Children and Youth is looking for stable, healthy, and nurturing paents to foster Erie County's needy youth. Training, support services and reimbursement provided. Classes beginning soon. Call (814) 451-6600

If you have any questions, please call me at 451-6600

Posted On:10/2/2008

October 7-October 22, 2008

"Brannigan's Birthday Brew-haha".

CIA Robotics Team 291 from Collegiate Academy
present the
14th Annual Murder Mystery Dinner
"Brannigan's Birthday Brew-haha".
Fridays and Saturdays November 7-22
at 6:30pm at GE Learning Center 2901 East Lake Road.
Tickets $25 includes dinner and chance at prizes.
No tickets sold at door.
Please contact Pauline Homchenko 868-3205
or mail check to FIRST Robotics Team 291
C/O Pauline Homchenko
310 Merline Avenue
Erie PA 16509.

Posted On:9/15/2008

October 9-October 30, 2008

Halls of Fear is Erie's premiere Haunted House

HALLS OF FEAR, Wesleyville, PA

NOW OPEN HALLOWEEN NIGHT WITH SPECIAL DISCOUNTS & HOURS!

The Halls of Fear is Erie's premiere Haunted House attraction presented annually to benefit the Wesleyville Hose Company.

We feature a brand new 4800 sq ft building, with new rooms, and new characters along with some of your traditional favorites.

With live radio coverage from The Wolf, Bob FM, Rocket 101, and Star 104; the Auxiliary refreshment stand; The Tombstone Tent selling Halls of Fear books and more; Igor’s Pumpkin Patch with $2 Pumpkins; and more, the Halls of Fear promises to be better than ever in 2008!

A Halloween tradition since 2001, the Halls of Fear was recently rated 67th of over 20,000 haunted house nationwide! It was also rated by Haunted House Online as having 46 out of 50 skulls for thrills and chills!

Cost is $6 per adult and $3 for children under 12. Not normally recommended for children under the age of 8, or for those susceptible to strobes, heart conditions, or similar physical restrictions.

You can also PreOrder your tickets and save money and time by picking up your tickets at the Will Call window. See our web site for more details!

This event runs October 9, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 30 and NOW OPEN HALLOWEEN NIGHT (31st) after Trick-or-Treating.

We offer a special discount on tickets on Halloween Night for those that attend in costume, good only that night! Free trick-or-treating on location for everyone!

Hours of operation are from 7 pm to 10 pm on weekdays, and 7 pm to 11 pm on weekends.

On Halloween Night, the special hours will be from 9 pm to midnight, after Trick or Treating!

Parking lot is located near the intersection of Station and Shannon Roads in Wesleyville - Parking is not free, your soul is our fee…for maps and weather information, visit our web site!

For all the information you need to plan your visit, plus photos, movies, great links and more, visit us at www.wesleyvillehose.com/thehallsoffear/ or contact us at hallsoffear@wesleyvillehose.com!

Posted On:9/11/2008

For More Information

October 10-October 12, 2008

Come get your “Oompah on” at Oktoberfest!

Come get your “Oompah on” at Oktoberfest!
Live Music, Kid’s Games, Beer Garden, Bavarian Café,
Win-A-Beemer Raffle and much more!

Brahts, beer and a beemer …
You’ll find all that and more at Oktoberfest
(Fri. 5-11 p.m. Sat. Noon – 11 p.m. Sun. Noon – 6 p.m. )
Oct. 10th, 11th & 12th
24th & Sass in Erie.
(All proceeds benefit the St. Joseph Church Bread of Life Community Restoration Fund)
Great Authentic German Food including:
Pork and Sauerkraut, Vienna Schnitzel, Limburger Sandwiches, Sauerkraut balls and more...

Bavarian Coffehouse includes: German Rum Cocoa, Rich German Cocoa, Bavarian Coffee, German Coffee, Apple Strudel, Black Forest Cherry Cake and more...

Live Music including: The Maennechor Singers & The Misery Bay Dulcimers, The Happy Musicians, The Haener Brothers Band, Augsburg German Band and the McLaughlin Party Band

Kids area upstairs...over 100 theme baskets...Opa's Bavarian shop upstairs...BMW drawing Sunday at 4pm...and enjoy Octoberfest Ale along with other ale at the Beer Tent!

Bring a friend and have some fun!

Posted On:9/9/2008

October 11-October 11, 2008

Auctionto benfit the Albion Vol. Fire Dept.

Auctionto benfit the Albion Vol. Fire Dept.
Saturday, October 11, 2008 at 6:30 pm.
Tools, Sports & Holiday items, Hunting & Fishing Equipment, Things for the Home, etc. Doors open at 5pm to view items. Our Kitchen will also be open.

Posted On:9/24/2008

October 11-October 26, 2008

Mercyhurst Prep October Calendar

October 11
Grade School Cross Country Invitational
@ Mercyhurst Prep
for grades 3-8
8 a.m. - noon
preregister by September 30
call the Athletic Office 824-2318 or Dave Stolar 898-4761
$10

October 17
Homecoming Tailgate
• Rain or Shine
• 5:30 - Tailgate…MPS Cafeteria
• 7:00 - Football Game @ Mercyhurst College Tullio Field
• MPS vs Saegertown
• Cost is $10 per person or $25 per immediate family members, and includes delicious food, snacks, desserts, beverages and FREE admission to the game!
• New this year: Alumni Recognition – Class of ’04, 1999, 1994, 1989 (etc.) Alumni – look for the ‘Alumni Registration’ sign-up at the party to receive your 5- 10- 15- or 20+ year Alumni Anniversary identification. We’ll take a moment for special alumni recognition during the half-time homecoming activities.
• Alumni “Tailgate” raffle basket $1 each or $5 arm length – benefit MPS scholarships
• RSVP before Monday, October 13th to: Heather May Caspar – 824-2066 or hmcaspar@mpslakers.com
• This event is made possible with the help of the MPS Football Boosters

October 26
Mercyhurst Preparatory School Open House
12:30 – 3 p.m.
group sessions 1:00 & 2:00 p.m.
for 6th, 7th, 8th graders, parents/guardians
538 East Grandview Blvd., Erie
Call 824-2067 for additional information.

Posted On:9/24/2008

October 11-October 11, 2008

7th Annual Great Lakes Open

7th Annual Great Lakes Open
Tae Kwon Do Championships
Saturday, October 11 from 10am
Junker Athletic Center, Behrend College

Posted On:9/29/2008

October 11-October 11, 2008

House Of Bedlam & After Party

October 11, 2008
Doors Open At 10:00pm
World Premier Film Presentation
House Of Bedlam & After Party
All of the events will be held at
Theatre 145
145 West 11th Street
Erie PA
www.thetheatre145.com
814-873-5069

Steven M. Opsanic
Executive Director
Great Lakes Film Association
814-873-5069

Posted On:10/2/2008

October 12-October 12, 2008

11th Annual Our Lady of Help Christians Italianfest

11th Annual Our Lady of Help Christians Italianfest, October 12th, 2008, 11:30-2:30pm at the Venango Catholic High School, 1505 West First St. in Oil City.

A Taste of Italy: Angel Hair Pasta w/Alfredo or Marinara sauce , Meatballs, Chicken Parmesan, Italian Green Beans, Italian Sausage w/peppers and onions, Italian Wedding soup, Garlic Bread sticks, salad, dessert and beverage. Only $7.50 for adults, $6.50 for seniors 60+, and $4.00 for children 11 and under.

Reservations are not required and take-outs are available.

There will be a Chinese Auction, Bake Sale, 50/50 and other exciting raffles. For more information call the parish office at 677-3078.

Posted On:9/24/2008

October 12-October 12, 2008

5th Annual Slavic Food Festival

Saints Peter & Paul Byzantine Catholic Church will be sponsoring our 5th Annual Slavic Food Festival on Sunday, October 12, 2008 from Noon – 7 p.m.
We will feature Eastern European Food such as Pirohi, haluski (cabbage & dumplings), halupki (stuffed cabbage) and much more. Erie’s own “Mar-vels” Polka band will perform throughout the day. Music, baked goods, Gas Card Give-Away and a basket raffle are planned for your enjoyment. Location: 3415 Wallace Street @ East 34th Street.

For more information call Jennifer Troncone at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, 814-825-8140

Posted On:9/17/2008

October 15-October 15, 2008

St. John’s Lutheran Church: the Bicentennial Speakers Series

St. John’s Lutheran Church: the Bicentennial Speakers Series presents Rev. Dr. Joan Brown Campbell on October 15, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the Caulfield Family Singers perform at 6:30 p.m. The Rev. Dr. Joan Brown Campbell presently serves as the Director of the Department of Religion at the Chautauqua Institution. Dr. Campbell was also the General Secretary of the National Council of Churches USA, and Director of the U.S. Office of the World Council of Churches. The event is free and open to the public. A free will offering will be accepted. St. John’s is located at 2216 Peach Street, 16502. Call 456-7596 or visit www.stjohnserie.org for more information.

Posted On:10/6/2008

October 15-October 15, 2008

Integrative Wellness Options

Integrative Wellness Options
Dr. Gay S. Hilton, N.D. & Associates
1341 West 26th Street, Suite 200
Erie, PA 16508
(814) 459-2030

Integrative Wellness Options, located in the front of the building housing the Whole Foods Cooperative at 1341 W.26th St., Suite 200 (next door to World of Music) is announcing its grand opening on Wednesday, October 15th. The unique, holistic clinic offers the professional services of over 10 practitioners in one location, with Gay S. Hilton, N.D. (naturopathic doctor) as its director. The various alternative therapies include therapeutic deep tissue and Swedish massage, cranial sacral therapy, colonic irrigation therapy, live blood cell analysis, mind/body integration, hot stone therapy, flower essence therapy, acupuncture/ Oriental therapies, needle-less acupuncture, holistic nutrition, thermographic body scanning, detox foot soaks, homeopathy and naturopathy. Practitioners include a naturopathic doctor, colon irrigation therapist, certified massage therapists, an acupuncturist, energy kinesiologist, certified thermography practitioners, and mind/body counselors.

The open house will feature clinic practitioners offering lectures every hour from 9AM thru 7PM. http://calendar.yahoo.com/iwoclassroom Healthy refreshments will be served, free gift drawings, and tours of the new facility will be offered throughout the day. For additional information call 814.459.2030, or visit
www.acu-nu.com to view the calendar of events and speakers.

9:00 Jeffrey Kinnear (Tongue and Pulse Diagnosis)
10:00 Kayte Hulse (Jewelry for Protection from Electromagnetic Magnetic Frequencies)
11:00 Cheryl Boylan (Live Blood Cell Analysis)
12:00 JoAnn Hailwood (Massage & Energy Therapy)
1:00 Ellen Hailwood (Mind/Body Integration)
2:00 Bonnie Little (Eat For Health)
3:00 Sandy Sickert (Energy Kinesiologist)
giving away 2 free tickets for 10/26 & 10/27 Classes re: Stress Release Made Easy & Tibetan Energy - an $80.00 value
4:00 Gay Hilton, N.D. (Energy Assessment of Organs Glands)
5:00 Jamale Crockett (Colonic Irrigation)
6:00 Tricia Ptasick (Cranial Sacral Therapy)
7:00 Danielle Almendinger (massage and hot stone therapy)

Posted On:10/8/2008

For additional information

October 16-October 16, 2008

World Wide Marriage Encounter Weekend

World Wide Marriage Encounter Weekend
November 14, 2008 thru November 16, 2008

Take a fresh look at your Marriage! Consider a weekend together, away from the stress and busy-ness of every day life, to refocus on your relationship and re-energize your marriage.

Lake Chautauqua Retreat Center, Bemus Pt. NY
Phone (814) 823-4600 for more information

Posted On:9/15/2008

October 18-October 18, 2008

Twilight Tales of the Queen City

Twilight Tales of the Queen City - a candlelight tour of Titusville's Historic Woodlawn Cemetery, will be held Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008. The whole family will enjoy this spooky (not scary) walk through history and this year's tour is bigger and better than ever! Special guests this year include the 150th PA Volunteer Bucktails Civil War Re-enactors. Matinee tours are available from 2 - 4 pm and twilight tours will be offered from 6 - 9 pm. Parking is available at Wal-Mart on Rt. 8 and a shuttle service will be provided. Admission is $ 5 for adults, $ 3 for students and seniors and handicap accommodations are provided. Twilight Tales are written, produced and performed by the Titusville High School Drama Club, in partnership with Titusville Renaissance, Inc. and Woodlawn Cemetery. For more information, contact Titusville Renaissance at 814-827-6556.

Posted On:10/10/2008

October 18-October 18, 2008

Twilight Tales of the Queen City

Twilight Tales of the Queen City - a candlelight tour of Titusville's Historic Woodlawn Cemetery, will be held Saturday, Oct. 18, 2008. The whole family will enjoy this spooky (not scary) walk through history and this year's tour is bigger and better than ever! Special guests this year include the 150th PA Volunteer Bucktails Civil War Re-enactors. Matinee tours are available from 2 - 4 pm and twilight tours will be offered from 6 - 9 pm. Parking is available at Wal-Mart on Rt. 8 and a shuttle service will be provided. Admission is $ 5 for adults, $ 3 for students and seniors and handicap accommodations are provided. Twilight Tales are written, produced and performed by the Titusville High School Drama Club, in partnership with Titusville Renaissance, Inc. and Woodlawn Cemetery. For more information, contact Titusville Renaissance at 814-827-6556.

Posted On:10/10/2008

October 20-October 26, 2008

Collecting food for the Erie City Mission

Across the state, 27 local REALTOR® associations have planned events to raise money.
Collecting food for the Erie City Mission
Saturday, October 25, 2008 from 8 am to 4 pm (10 am would be a great time to talk with Board of Realtors President Tom Smith)

Wal-Mart 4950 West 23rd Street, Erie, PA.
Over 500 members of the Greater Erie Board of REALTORS® will be involved in this statewide event.
All donations locally will benefit The Erie City Mission Family Care Center where families and individuals living in poverty, (many are the “working poor”), can get emergency groceries and other necessities on a weekly basis.
Gov. Ed Rendell proclaimed Oct. 20 - 26, 2008 Pennsylvania Association of REALTORS® Reach Out Week in the Commonwealth in recognition of REALTORS®’ volunteerism throughout the Commonwealth. REALTORS® are joining their local associations to volunteer in communities concurrently throughout the week. He stated, “These dedicated professionals advance civil development and economic growth in the Commonwealth and among its citizens, work for economy and efficiency in government and volunteer their time to a variety of charitable organizations.”

Posted On:10/10/2008

October 21-October 21, 2008

The Birthday Celebration Ms. Ada Lawrence

On October 21, 2008, the eighty-eighth birthday of Ms. Ada Lawrence, parts of her Family History Collection will be released for public viewing. The Birthday Celebration and Collection viewing will take place at Sunrise Assisted Living at Presque Isle Bay, 1012 West Bayfront Pkwy from 1 pm - 3 pm. Last year over seventy-five friends and acquaintances attended Ada’s eighty-seven Birthday Celebration held at the Martin Luther King Center’s Green Room. This year’s Celebration will be by invitation only and will last from 1 pm-2 pm. Public viewing of the Collection will take place beginning at 2 pm. Ms. Lawrence, a life-long resident of Erie traces her family roots back to the early 1800’s. The viewing will consist of never before seen pictures, artifacts, and documents.

Mr. Johnny Johnson, local researcher and historian will release his self-published research, “Erie's Africans Americans in 1880”. This is a very interesting and detailed research of African Americans in the City of Erie during this time period.

Posted On:10/9/2008

October 23-October 23, 2008

The Women's Roundtable

The Women's Roundtable
Theme: Interesting Women Doing Interesting Things
What: "Working Wardrobe"
Refreshments and Hors d'oeuvres
Where: Mercy Center for Women,1039 East 27th Street, Erie, PA
When: Thursday October 23 5:30 PM
**No charge**
To RSVP or for more information contact:
Jill 392-1577 or via email at jillmarince79@yahoo.com by October 21.

Posted On:10/6/2008

To RSVP or for more information

October 23-October 24, 2008

Annual Fall Festival

The Salvation Army Senior Center
1022 Liberty St.
Erie, Pa 16502
Annual Fall Festival
Thursday October 23, 2008—10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday October 24, 2008---10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Spaghetti Dinner Fri 4 – 6 PM

“NEW THIS YEAR” QUILT RAFFLE,
Plant, Book and Bake Sales. Craft, Jewelry, Clothing and Next to New Booths
Free Admission
For more information Contact:
Denise McGranor
814-454-6497

Posted On:8/21/2008

October 25-October 25, 2008

Marty Haugen

Liturgical composer and recording artist Marty Haugen is coming to Our Lady of the Lake Parish in Edinboro, PA on October 25, 2008. He will be presenting two workshops: To Serve as Jesus Did at 9:30 a.m., and Turn My Heart: The Journey from Brokeness to Healing at 1:00 p.m. The day will conclude with a songfest about 7:00 p.m., following the 5:30 p.m. Mass.

Ticket prices are $12.00 per person, or $10.00 per person for groups of ten or more. The ticket price includes any or all of the day's events. Lunch is also availible by pre-order for $7.00 and includes: a sub sandwich, soup, dessert, and beverage.

Posted On:9/15/2008

October 25-October 25, 2008

All Ages Concert

October 25, 2008
Doors Open 5:00pm
All Ages Concert
Halloween Costume Party
Featuring:
The Filthy Nuggsacks
Rockabye Ransome
Local 80
My Penis
The Assmen
Kill People
Brain Dead Happy
The Coffin Ryders
Tradesmen
All of the events will be held at
Theatre 145
145 West 11th Street
Erie PA
www.thetheatre145.com
814-873-5069

Steven M. Opsanic
Executive Director
Great Lakes Film Association
814-873-5069

Posted On:10/2/2008

October 28-October 28, 2008

Tips for Grandparents

The Dr. Gertrude A. Barber National Institute will sponsor a presentation, “Tips for Grandparents: How to Support your Child & Grandchild Living with Autism.” The program will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 6-8 p.m. in the forum at the Barber National Institute.

Dr. Jennifer Freeland, clinical director of Autism and Behavioral Services at the Barber National Institute, will offer an informative program about the fastest growing disability in America. Following her presentation, Dr. Freeland will be joined by grandparents of children with autism for a panel discussion.

The program is offered free of charge, and refreshments will be provided. Facilities are handicap accessible, and ample free parking is available. Reservations are requested by calling the Barber National Institute at 453-7661.

Posted On:10/2/2008

October 31-October 31, 2008

Rocky Horror

October 31, 2008
Rocky Horror
Doors Open 7:30pm
Film & Theatrical Performance followed by
The City's Biggest Halloween Party at 10pm
Featuring Bands
Kill People
Otis
Freak Tent

All of the events will be held at
Theatre 145
145 West 11th Street
Erie PA
www.thetheatre145.com
814-873-5069

Steven M. Opsanic
Executive Director
Great Lakes Film Association
814-873-5069

Posted On:10/2/2008

November 1-November 1, 2008

First Time Homebuyer’s Workshop

Are you a first time homebuyer or haven’t owned a home in the last three years? This workshop is required by many lenders before closing on a home. .Do you have some questions or concerns about buying a home? Let our housing counselor from the Center for Family Services introduce you to the process at the First Time Homebuyer’s Workshop.

The workshop will take place Saturday November 1st, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Meadville Fire Department, 850 Park Ave., Meadville, PA. Presented by The Center for Family Services, Inc. We will feature several speakers including a Real Estate Agent, Broker, Appraiser, Inspector, Title and Closing Agent and Loan Officers from PHFA and USDA.

Some questions that will be covered include:
• What is an Appraisal?
• Why do you need an Appraisal?
• What does a home inspector do?
• Why do I need a home inspection?
• How does “good”/ “bad” credit affect me?
• How can I improve my credit score?
• What is the first step to home ownership?
• Why do I need a Realtor?
• What is the job of a Realtor?
• How can I qualify for a low interest loan?
• Do I qualify for closing cost assistance?

For more information or if you have any questions please contact Diann Bolharsky, Housing Counselor at the Center for Family Services, Inc. at (814) 337 – 8450.

Register by Monday October 27th, 2008 to receive a certificate.

Sponsored by the USDA Rural Development and Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.

The Center for Family Services is a HUD Certified Housing Counseling Agency and a United Way Agency.

Posted On:9/29/2008

November 1-November 2, 2008

24 For A Cure Dance Marathon

Penn State Behrend is holding their 4th annual 24 For A Cure Dance Marathon. This charity event is going to be held at Erie Hall. All the money raised helps the fight against pediatric cancer through the Four Diamonds Fund. Through this charity, it aids in research and supporting families that are/were affected by cancer. On November 1-2, 2008 at 3:00 P.M., over 50 students will stand on their feet for 24 hours straight to raise money for the Four Diamonds Fund.

Posted On:10/10/2008

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November 3-November 3, 2008

Coping With Grief at the Holidays

VNA Hospice Services offers:
COPING WITH GRIEF AT THE HOLIDAYS:
Non-denominational panel presentation geared to helping those who are grieving to gain positive coping strategies and ideas for getting through the holiday season
Monday, November 3, 2008
Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, 3520 Perry Street, Erie
Free & Open to the public
Contact VNA Hospice at 454-2831 for details

Posted On:10/7/2008

November 7-November 8, 2008

Films For Food

November 7 & 8
Films For Food
First Film Starts at 8:00PM on November 7
24 continuous hours of the very best of indie films from around the world
Bring nonperishable food items for donation

All of the events will be held at
Theatre 145
145 West 11th Street
Erie PA
www.thetheatre145.com
814-873-5069

Steven M. Opsanic
Executive Director
Great Lakes Film Association
814-873-5069
www.greatlakesfilm.org
www.thetheatre145.com
www.greatlakesfilmfest.com
www.thefinalfrontierconfest.com

Posted On:10/2/2008

November 8-November 8, 2008

Donkey Basketball Game

Donkey Basketball Game
Northwestern School District Faculty and Administrators
(Northwestern Elementary, Springfield Elementary, Northwestern Middle School and Northwestern High School)
Saturday, November 8th at 7:00 p.m.
Northwestern High School Gymnasium
$6 in advance; $8 at the door (Call 756-5079 for ticket information)
Northwestern Girls Basketball Boosters
The Northwestern Girls Basketball Boosters is sponsoring a Donkey Basketball Game between the faculty and administrators of the Northwestern School District. Bring your family and enjoy a night of fun for everyone at the Northwestern HIGH SCHOOL Gymnasium on Saturday, November 8th. The excitement begins at 7:00 p.m. Half-time events include shoot-outs for all ages.

Posted On:10/8/2008

November 8-November 8, 2008

Fairview Elementary School Annual Rummage Sale

Fairview Elementary School Annual Rummage Sale will be held on Saturday, November 8th from 8:00a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the Fairview Elementary
School Cafeteria, located at 5145 Avonia Road, Fairview. The sale also features homemade baked goods. Rummage Sale items will be 1/2 off the price from 11:00 a.m to noon and a "buck a bag" from noon to 1:00 p.m. Proceeds from the sale benefit the Fairview Marching Band.

Posted On:10/3/2008

November 12-November 12, 2008

THE WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE MEMBER’S SHOWCASE

THE WOMEN’S ROUNDTABLE MEMBER’S SHOWCASE

Erie, PA….The Women’s Roundtable is hosting their Annual Member’s Showcase on Wednesday, November 12, 2008. The Roundtable’s theme this year is Interesting Women Doing Interesting Things. This event will showcase the interesting services and products offered by Women’s Roundtable members.

The Member’s Showcase is open to the public and is free of charge. Refreshments will be served and a basket, containing offerings from the exhibitors, will be raffled off.

The event will be held at Signs Now, 2232 West 23rd Street, Erie, PA and begins at 6:00 PM.

Posted On:10/9/2008