2016 Year in Review

Erie Reader: Volume 6, Issue 26

December 21st, 2016 — January 3rd, 2017

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Best of Erie 2016 Winners and Finalists

by Erie Reader Staff12/21/2016, 2:00 PM

The winners and finalists in 100 different categories

Vintage Marxmanship vs. The Most Fire Toys of 2016

by Matt Swanseger12/21/2016, 1:45 PM

What all the kids are doing these days.

The Bane of Toyland

by Matt Swanseger12/21/2016, 1:30 PM

Erie is still missing its Marx.

2016: The Year in Review

by Lisa Gensheimer12/21/2016, 1:15 PM

Lions, leadership, and the quest for courage

Five Festive Kids' Activities for Winter Break

by Miriam Lamey12/21/2016, 1:00 PM

A guide to all ages entertainment over winter break

Erie Faces Erie: December 21, 2016

by Ed Bernik12/21/2016, 12:45 PM

David Lefebre: professional angler

Almost '17

by Matt Swanseger12/21/2016, 12:30 PM

Your guide to everything New Year's Eve

Three Reasons TV Was Worth Watching in 2016

by Dan Schank12/21/2016, 12:15 PM

Melancholy rappers, Soviet double agents, and old news from the nineties

The Top Five Movies of 2016

by Forest Taylor12/21/2016, 12:00 PM

It was a wild year, full of surprises – and the films released reflect that.

Tiger Maple String Band Warms up Winter at Sprague's

by Ryan Smith12/21/2016, 11:45 AM

The Edinboro-based quintet, Tiger Maple String Band will play Sprague's on Friday, Dec. 30 from 6 to 9 p.m.

The Top Three Albums from Erie Artists in 2016

by Nick Warren12/21/2016, 11:30 AM

Check out three of the best full-lengths from around the area.

Top Albums of 2016

by Nick Warren12/21/2016, 11:15 AM

From cathartic masterpieces to hypnotic monuments, here are the best records of the year.

Groove Out of 2016 with The Division Street Machine

by Miriam Lamey12/21/2016, 11:00 AM

The Division Street Machine will tone their usual volume down a notch to enhance the more friendly atmosphere.

Just Toyin' Witcha: December 21, 2016

by B. Toy12/21/2016, 10:45 AM

The Don introduces his cabinet

News of the Weird: December 21, 2016

by Chuck Shepherd12/21/2016, 10:30 AM

'Law-abiding' perverts are in the news, and it's not even about the election.

Indie Blues Take Over the Kings Rook Club

by Ella Julian12/21/2016, 10:15 AM

Adam McKillip, Oliver Burdo, and Addison Moon are braving the Erie weather to brighten up our after-holiday lull.

My Wednesday Night

by Maitham Basha12/21/2016, 10:00 AM

Erie welcomes its newest Syrian family.

Just a Thought: December 21, 2016

by Katie Chriest12/21/2016, 9:45 AM

Getting in the swim

Christmas Spirits Give Way to Big City Hangover

by Nick Warren12/21/2016, 9:30 AM

Treat yourself to Kings Rook Club's "Christmas Bash" with Big City Hangover and Stephen Trohoske's Art Groupies.

From the Editors: December 21, 2016

by The Editors12/21/2016, 9:15 AM

Closing the book on a wild year.

Jen Sorensen Cartoons: December 21, 2016

by Jen Sorensen12/21/2016, 9:00 AM

A Year to Fear

Featured Events

Today Tomorrow This Weekend

Bayfront Maritime Center Open House

Outdoors & Recreation

May. 27th, 4:40 AM to 8 PM

World Otter Day Celebration

Education & Instruction

May. 27th, 4:40 AM

Live Music at the Flagship City Food Hall

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