Ben Solee

Erie Reader: Volume 4, Issue 23

November 12th, 2014 — November 25th, 2014

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Ben Sollee

by Alex Bieler11/12/2014, 8:00 AM

The popular genre-bending cellist and composer brings his distinct brand of indie folk to Erie.

Tom Green — Still Crazy After All These Years

by Cory Vaillancourt11/12/2014, 7:50 AM

The comedy legend makes his first Erie appearance.

Pro Wrestling: Alive and well in Erie, Pa.

by Cory Vaillancourt11/12/2014, 7:40 AM

Local organization Pro Wrestling Rampage celebrates its 7th anniversary.

ER Sports

by James R. LeCorchick11/12/2014, 7:35 AM

Addressing the future of athletics in the Erie School District.

Considering the City: Desperately Seeking Supermarket

by Civitas members Lisa Austin and Stephen Sonnenberg11/12/2014, 7:30 AM

The imminent closing of Shur-fine on West Eighth Street will result in a food desert.

Taking it To the Streets

by Mary Birdsong11/12/2014, 7:20 AM

In 2102, a van and a narrow patch of asphalt changed Bob Sonnenberg's life permanently.

Geeked Out: Mercyhurst Intelligence Professor wants to help pre-entrepreneurs with Quickstarter

by John Lindvay11/12/2014, 7:15 AM

This crowdfunding program could be the answer Erie needs to foster new businesses.

The Way I See It

by Rebecca Styn11/12/2014, 7:10 AM

To invest, or not to invest taxpayer money in the Public Safety Radio System – that is the question.

Kublai Khan invades Erie

by Tommy Shannon11/12/2014, 7:05 AM

The Texas-based band brings their metalcore to Basement Transmissions.

Street Corner Soapbox: The Truth Behind the GOP's Midterm Elections Sweep

by Jay Stevens11/12/2014, 7:00 AM

The real reason the Republican Party came out on top Nov. 4.

The Lower Eastside Connection // The Lower Eastside Connection

by Cory Vaillancourt11/12/2014, 6:55 AM

Sloan // Commonwealth

by B. Toy11/12/2014, 6:45 AM

Caribou // Our Love

by Alex Bieler11/12/2014, 6:40 AM

Run The Jewels // Run The Jewels 2

by Alex Bieler11/12/2014, 6:35 AM

Docksider Gets Freeky with Funk

by Ryan Smith11/12/2014, 6:30 AM

Cincinnati-based Freekbass are bringing their funk to Erie.

King's Rook Club presents Chickstock featuring Claire Stuczynski, Brooke Surgener, and Whitney White

by Alex Bieler11/12/2014, 6:25 AM

A special performance by a trio of ladies to show how women can rock the Rook.

Erie Day School Art & Music Festival

by Cory Vaillancourt11/12/2014, 6:20 AM

Local poets, dancers, artists, and musicians collaborate to make this fundraiser a one-of-its-kind.

An Event For Horrible People... But For a Good Cause

by John Lindvay11/12/2014, 6:15 AM

Ten teams,fFour Erie celeb judges, and Cards Against Humanity. Who will win the title as the most horrible person?

A Newgrass Revolution In a New Erie Venue

by Alex Bieler11/12/2014, 6:10 AM

Sean Patrick and the Newgrass Revolution at State Street's McCoy's Barrelhouse and Grill.

PACA presents 'Venus in Fur'

by Alex Bieler11/12/2014, 6:05 AM

The Tony Award-winning play, directed by Mark Tanenbaum, delves into a world of temptation and power.

World-renowned Flutist Brings Healing Message of Music to MIAC

by Sara Toth11/12/2014, 6:00 AM

Samite Mulondo, founder of Musicians for World Harmony, will perform for one night only at the Walker Recital Hall.

Just Toyin' Witcha

by B. Toy11/12/2014, 5:55 AM

But wait... was The Cor-bott all just a dream?

FILM screens gripping, unreleased 'The Tribe'

by Dan Schank11/11/2014, 4:20 PM

Ukrainian filmmaker Myroslav Slaboshpytskiy's debut feature calls for a strong stomach and an open mind.

From The Editors

by The Editors11/11/2014, 4:00 PM

Erie was given some advice to become a thriving city in the face of a post-industrial identity crisis. The question is: Will we heed this advice?

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Bayfront Maritime Center Open House

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May. 27th, 11:42 PM to 8 PM

World Otter Day Celebration

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Live Music at the Flagship City Food Hall

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