Black Science is where the pursuit of knowledge meets anarchist abandon. No technology or taboo is off limits for these zealous scientists, and anarchist scientist Grant McKay has invented the "Pillar," a device that can punch through time and space, dissolving all barriers to the multiverse.
MIAC 2014-2015 Preview
by Ben Speggen9/3/2014, 7:30 AM
A look at the upcoming season, including performances by Anais Mitchell, Ben Sollee, and Jose James.
Erie Philharmonic presents Classic Mystery Tour: A Beatles Tribute
by Alex Bieler9/3/2014, 6:35 AM
The Erie Philharmonic will present Classic Mystery Tour Saturday, Sept. 13, a team of four musicians playing the parts of George, John, Paul, and Ringo to perform the tunes of The Beatles at the Warner Theatre.
Get your Scottish on at Edinboro's Highland Games
by Ryan Smith9/3/2014, 5:45 AM
From traditional foods to bagpipers and caber tosses, rugby tournaments, and other heavy athletics, to free music workshops and live performances, the festival – Friday, Sept. 5 through Sunday, Sept. 7, and now in its 21st year — offers a spirited nod to all things Scottish.
Reap a Rich Local Harvest at Goodell Gardens
by Mary Birdsong9/3/2014, 5:40 AM
Revel in a deeply satisfying cornucopia of fall pleasures on Sunday, Sept. 14, when Goodell Gardens and Homestead hosts its 9th Annual Homegrown Harvest Festival.
Arts & Drafts Returns to The Brewerie
by Alex Bieler9/3/2014, 5:35 AM
From Sept. 4 to 6, the biannual, multi-day event returns to provide locals a chance to indulge in visual and aural treats, as well as enjoying a few craft brews along the way.
Dig Earth's largest string instrument at Mercyhurst
by Ryan Smith9/3/2014, 5:30 AM
Artist/innovator/experimentalist William Close's Earth Harp is what might happen if string music (lofty, larger-than-life instrumentations) courted, then married architecture – the fine, large, lofty places such music is played.
Taking Art to the Streets
by Chris Sexauer9/1/2014, 4:50 PM
Finding beauty on a billboard.
The Onion's Tough Season Returns
by Alex Bieler8/31/2014, 1:27 PM
The Onion's story of Brad Meredith Blevins continues into a second season of fantasy goodness.
Docksider to host #ROSBOX CD Release Party
by Alex Bieler8/28/2014, 4:46 PM
Enjoy a Black & White Affair to celebrate the release of a new compilation involving some of Erie's most prolific independent artists.
Local Authors Release Book
by Cory Vaillancourt8/27/2014, 3:25 PM
Fantasy/ Sci-fi fans, take note - the Screamicorn is here!
Weekend All Things Erie: Christine Olivier and the Art of Programming
by Ben Speggen8/26/2014, 2:36 PM
New MIAC programming director talks about taking the reigns, booking up-and-coming acts, and one very, very, very, very big harp.
Q&A with Steven Attenborough
by Tommy Shannon8/26/2014, 11:45 AM
The owner of Big Ear Records talks about his newly opened record store
Hot New Fitness Trend Sweeps Nation!
by Cory Vaillancourt8/22/2014, 9:00 PM
Fitness trainers hate this one weird trick
Reader Vault
by Erie Reader Staff8/21/2014, 11:00 AM
Stories you may have missed from the Erie Reader archive. This week: Bencher's Union and "legal graffiti."