Mercyhurst Institute for Arts and Culture

Erie Reader: Volume 8, Issue 17

August 15th, 2018 — August 28th, 2018

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Learn More: Giovanni Mazzotti Anatomy Conference

by Liz Allen8/15/2018, 10:10 PM

From the Editors: Erie, front and center

by The Editors8/15/2018, 8:15 PM

We've all been outsiders at some point — and while that can be scary or intimidating, it can also be exciting and invigorating.

Punk Rock Mash About to Arrive at Scotty's

by Nick Warren8/15/2018, 1:15 PM

Mala Sangre, The Coffin Bangers, Revelation, and Black Static Eye

Like, Y'know, Whatever: Eighth Grade is a Joyously Awkward Experience

by Forest Taylor8/15/2018, 12:30 PM

If anyone is interested in reliving those confusing, uncomfortable but ultimately harmless days of middle school life, you can't do much better

Don't Be Afraid of a Little Spiritual Rez

by Nick Warren8/15/2018, 12:30 PM

The infectiously groovy, upbeat rockers are coming back to the Rook

The Cradle // Bag of Holding

by Nick Warren8/15/2018, 12:15 PM

It's the special lyrical touches filled with specificity and some artful format-bending that help this album rise to the next level

Keeping the Lights On

by Hannah McDonald8/15/2018, 12:00 PM

Lantern Fest at the Lake Erie Speedway promises to turn a few heads upward

Ludwig-crous Speed

by Matt Swanseger8/15/2018, 11:45 AM

Erie Philharmonic sponsors the Beat Beethoven 5K Run and Street Fair

Get Pumped Up for Penny's Pin-Up Party

by Hannah McDonald8/15/2018, 11:45 AM

Glittering gals can dress up in their most glamorous, vintage Hollywood garb and take to the dance floor for music

Night Lights Shines Bright

by Ryan Smith8/15/2018, 11:45 AM

It's time for that completely one-of-a-kind, not-to-be-missed annual festival In Sherman, NY

Seann Clark & Colette Bone to Conclude Goodell Garden's Summer Concert Series

by Tracy Geibel8/15/2018, 11:35 AM

Local talents converge at the beautiful Edinboro homestead

Zabawa Has Lot of Pole with the Locals

by Matt Swanseger8/15/2018, 11:30 AM

Mac Miller // Swimming

by Aaron Mook8/15/2018, 11:15 AM

Naturally, a bit of a breakup album, with feet planted equally in camps of self-pity and healing

The Wild West of Comedy

by Ryan Smith8/15/2018, 10:30 AM

Open-mic nights a test for joke-dealing desperadoes

Upon A Burning Body Are Bringing the Rain

by Tommy Shannon8/15/2018, 10:30 AM

The Texas band has shifted over time, evolving from straightforward metalcore to something more nuanced and diverse

Donate and Laugh During All An Act's Run For Your Wife

by Aaron Mook8/15/2018, 10:30 AM

Chase down the new comedy coming to All An Act

Free Cake For Every Creature // The Bluest Star

by Nick Warren8/15/2018, 10:15 AM

Sometimes it's the soft moments that hit you the hardest.

That's Amore

by Liz Allen8/15/2018, 9:45 AM

Italian students fall in love with Erie

Not Gone, Not Forgotten

by Jonathan Burdick8/15/2018, 9:30 AM

Area's Native American population, culture very much still alive

Travis Scott // ASTROWORLD

by Aaron Mook8/15/2018, 9:15 AM

An aptly titled project in the sense that it is filled to the brim with unexpected, over-the-top attractions

Putting the Erie in Celebrate Erie

by Nick Warren8/15/2018, 8:45 AM

The annual festival prepares to take over downtown with scores of events

Mercyhurst Institute for Art and Culture's 2018-19 Season

by Cara Suppa8/15/2018, 8:00 AM

A preview of this year's thriving, thrilling, and trailblazing acts

Infiltrate Hate: BlacKkKlansman is a Period Piece with its Eyes Pointed at Us

by Forest Taylor8/15/2018, 1:15 AM

"angry, inspired, confrontational and the best film that Lee has made in over a decade"

134th Annual Erie County Fair a Weeklong, Fun-Filled Affair

by Tracy Geibel8/14/2018, 9:33 PM

The weeklong celebration returns to Wattsburg

That American Song of the Summer

by Hannah McDonald8/14/2018, 9:05 PM

Instead of mourning the end of summer, celebrate it with music lovers and makers from across the city.

Featured Events

Today Tomorrow This Weekend

Bayfront Maritime Center Open House

Outdoors & Recreation

May. 27th, 8:13 AM to 8 PM

World Otter Day Celebration

Education & Instruction

May. 27th, 8:13 AM

Live Music at the Flagship City Food Hall

Music