There is no better feeling than driving around Presque Isle, warm summer air blowing through the open windows and that perfect song turned way up. It's the stuff nostalgia is made of – and the writers, editors, and artists of the Erie Reader wanted to capture that feeling into a custom made mix just for you.
Roll 'em down, let loose, and turn it up! It's (gonna be) summertime in Erie! 🌞😎
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These historic photos show the aftermath of the Millcreek flood, which was a devastating event that took place in Erie 1915 which led to the deaths of 37 people and millions of dollars in property damage. It is the subject of the Hidden Creeks project, an initiative between the Erie County Conservation District and 17 community partners. More by Liz Allen at the link in out bio!
What’s better than a trivia night at a local brewery with friends? A trivia night that benefits the Erie Roller Derby! Get a team of friends together, or just join to watch and enjoy the atmosphere while raising money for one of Erie’s coolest sports.
Tuesday, May 19
Doors at 6 p.m., trivia at 7 p.m. // Voodoo Brewing Company, 101 Boston Store Place // $40 per team or $5 suggested donation for spectators // For tickets and info: tickets.eriereader.com // More at the link in our bio!
PC: ALLISON MCCARTNEY
The Erie Reader Book Club will be reading and discussing The Sentence by Louise Erdrich in conjunction with the Summer Preview issue of the Reader.
SUNDAY, MAY 31
1 p.m. // Werner Books and Coffee, 3608 Liberty St. // Free to join, cost of book not included // For more info: wernerbooks.com
If you haven’t heard yet, the City of Erie has dubbed the summer of 2026 as the Summer of Reading. What better way to get back into the habit than by joining a book club? This month Edwina tries out the Erie Reader Book Club, hosted on the last Sunday of each month at Werner Books and Coffee.
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These Flock License Plate Reading cameras, installed by private corporate businesses in Summit Township, will soon be joined by those in use by Cafaro at the Millcreek Mall. There have been ongoing concerns raised by citizens about the contract between Cafaro and Millcreek Township, with citizens showing up en masse to question local leaders at Millcreek Township Supervisors meetings. More by Alana Sabol at the link in our bio.
The folks at Centennial Hall want to fill up your calendar in May – they’re hosting a slew of shows including the ever-favorite Noob Night, along with headliners like Confessions of a Traitor, Wolves At The Gate, Final Gasp, Gozu, and more. Link in bio!
The Erie Philharmonic closes out their 2025-2026 season with a performance of Britten’s War Requiem as part of their symphonic series, featuring a collaboration between the orchestra alongside the Erie Philharmonic Chorus, Junior Chorus, and Youth Chorale. 🎶
Read more from Thomas Taylor at the link in our bio!
Mayor Devlin has declared this summer to be Erie's inaugural Summer of Reading - working literacy into every city-funded summer program and partnering with local businesses and nonprofits to coordinate book-centric events. She will be hosting 'Mayor Devlin's Book Club,' which will feature the book The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon.
More about Erie's city-wide literacy initiatives by Erin Phillips at the link in our bio!
2026 Summer Events Preview
Celebrate summer in Erie with live music, food, and athletic, educational, and cultural experiences 🌞
Full list by Erin Phillips at the link in our bio!
Summer in Erie hits different when you’ve got a good book and a spot at Presque Isle. Our summer events preview is out now. 🌊📚
New issue out on newsstands and online throughout the month. Pick up your FREE copy today! 🌞
Cover Illustration: John Bavaro
Cover Layout: Nick Warren
Tree Talk: Black Chokeberry 🌳
By Hannah Rhodes
The Black Chokeberry is an adaptable and widely beneficial native tree, effective for erosion control and wildlife habitat preservation, with an edible berry that is mouth-puckering but chock-full of vitamins and fiber.
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