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Lots of things happening for 2024 Earth month so they are listed on their own page
ARTS & FESTS
Before and After Again Buffalo AKG Art Museum On exhibit: March 8–September 30, 2024 Before and After Again is an exhibition of artwork, prose, and poetry by the Buffalo-based artists and cultural producers Julia Bottoms, Tiffany Gaines, and Jillian Hanesworth. Their works respond to the tragic slaying of ten Buffalo residents on May 14, 2022, at the Tops Friendly Market
Salman Rushdie’s new book Knife will be released April 16 “The Booker Prize winner said the memoir about his 2021 attack at the Chautauqua Institute was necessary "to take charge of what happened, and to answer violence with art"
Inherit the Wind Erie Playhouse April 5-21 " Originally written as a response to the threat to intellectual freedom presented by the anti-communist hysteria of the McCarthy era, the themes of Inherit the Wind are as relevant today as they were 73 years ago."
Hairspray Presented by NW Collegiate Academy 2825 State Erie PA April 11-13 7pm Tickets $7, at door.
Before and After Again Buffalo AKG Art Museum On exhibit: March 8–September 30, 2024 Before and After Again is an exhibition of artwork, prose, and poetry by the Buffalo-based artists and cultural producers Julia Bottoms, Tiffany Gaines, and Jillian Hanesworth. Their works respond to the tragic slaying of ten Buffalo residents on May 14, 2022, at the Tops Friendly Market
Salman Rushdie’s new book Knife will be released April 16 “The Booker Prize winner said the memoir about his 2021 attack at the Chautauqua Institute was necessary "to take charge of what happened, and to answer violence with art"
Inherit the Wind Erie Playhouse April 5-21 " Originally written as a response to the threat to intellectual freedom presented by the anti-communist hysteria of the McCarthy era, the themes of Inherit the Wind are as relevant today as they were 73 years ago."
Hairspray Presented by NW Collegiate Academy 2825 State Erie PA April 11-13 7pm Tickets $7, at door.
April 13 - Rainbowfest 12pm at Basement Transmissions, 145 W. 11th, Erie PA "full day of entertainment from the areas most amazing community of LGBTQIA+ featured bands, artist, performers, & businesses"Brought to you by OddCity Entertainment (Odd Atrocity, Marvin’s Chair, From the Ashes Promotions, Imalrightokay, and collective. Details at link
Cleveland International Film Festival Apr 3-13 Playhouse Square, Cleveland Also full week of streaming is April 14 – 21
The Crucible Apr 26, 27, May 4 Open to public. SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Fredonia, NY General public: $20 advance, $25 door Students: $5 advance, $10 door
Cleveland International Film Festival Apr 3-13 Playhouse Square, Cleveland Also full week of streaming is April 14 – 21
The Crucible Apr 26, 27, May 4 Open to public. SUNY Fredonia, Rockefeller Arts Center, Fredonia, NY General public: $20 advance, $25 door Students: $5 advance, $10 door
Erie's Juneteenth Celebration will be June 15, 2024 "Main Celebration in Perry Square! Other activities of celebration will occur throughout the week."
Jul 20 - The Amerimasala Perry Square, Erie PA. Details coming
BLASCO
"Mud room" reference raises new concerns about Gannon's actual plans for Blasco (Erie Times-News) Comments made by Dr. Sherri Mason in a column supporting Gannon's lease at Blasco indicated plans to also use the library as a "mud room" for storage of wet and dirty [and possibly contaminated] equipment at Blasco, raising concerns about what Gannon's actual intentions are. Reader comments are on GoErie Facebook page; article was posted March 21.
Erie County Council Meeting 3/26/2024 Public remarks first 2 hours. Three speakers I thought worth attention on this occasion at 1:04 takes on Gannon's claim to be agents of environmental justice; 1:08 Informed that he had filed formal complaint with ACLU against Davis and Erie Co Council for violation of 1st Amendment (separation of church and state), explaining why this is setting a very serious precedent, and 1:13 assessed the lease as very weak and addressed the effects of mud room on mold and paper in the library.
Column by Linda Romey OSB: 'Immoral deal' why Gannon's Blasco lease is an economic, political and religious failure (Erie Times-News) "A lease can be broken. An architect can adapt to a change in location. But the failure of sticking with an immoral deal will, in the long run, do more damage to the character of those who uphold it than to those who suffer from it. There is still time to teach something far greater to our county and especially to our youth in the response to this issue."
Friends of Library Drive-Thru Book Drive April 27 Gently used books, puzzles, music CDs, LP and 45 records and DVD 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Blasco Library.” Host: Friends of the Erie County Library and Erie County Library
ELECTIONS
Demstock 2024 Aug 23-25 Butler Farmshow Grounds Butler PA
Apr 4 - Erie County Young Dems Social "Join the Erie County Young Dems to find out what we’re all about! Find out how you can get involved and talk with like-minded folks.All are welcome! Food and snacks provided! Cash bar" 6pm Calamari's Squid Row1317 State Erie
Elections 101: What to know about poll watchers, and what they can and can’t do in Pennsylvania (Spotlight PA) Court: undated PA mail-ins shouldn't be counted (Penn Capital-Star)
"Uncommitted" in PA Uncommitted PA website FAQ includes response to "Won’t this help Trump win?" Organized by Democratic Socialists of America
Tracking Election Deniers in Key State Legislatures (States United Democracy Center)
Working Families Party SOTU Response by Philadelphia Councilmember Nicholas O'Rourke (WFP)
FOOD
The State of Local Food Policy (Susannah Faulkner/Erie Reader) "Food access is more political than you may think"
Soup on Saturdays 3:00-5:00 PM Unitarian Universalist Church of Meadville 346 Chestnut St, Meadville, PA, Free, every Saturday, "everyone welcome" Donations of food and /or money appreciated. Contact Mark McGinty with any questions or donations" 919-464-1512 or m3bballpa@gmail.com Soup on Saturdays is intended to supplement the work of Meadville Community Soup Kitchen at Stone United Methodist Church, that has been feeding hungry people for more than 30 years.
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Video: Public Restrooms Study Session March 7. 2024 (CityofErie) Public restrooms push: Erie Mayor Schember supports effort, concerned about cost' (Erie Times-News) Applications for public restrooms task force (City of Erie)
Video: Public Restrooms Study Session March 7. 2024 (CityofErie) Public restrooms push: Erie Mayor Schember supports effort, concerned about cost' (Erie Times-News) Applications for public restrooms task force (City of Erie)
Concerns Over Community Development Block Grant Funding (Erie News Now)
Study Session Department of Economic and Community Development CDBG, HOME, ESG - March 19, 2024 (City of Erie) Related public comments at Erie City Council Starts at 44:45
PA overhauled sentencing guidelines but racial disparities may not disappear so soon (The Conversation)
New American Economy in Erie County " The Demographic and Economic Contributions of Immigrants in the County"
Discovering New York Suffrage Stories New (2020) PBS documentary with lots of information that will be new to most, and attention paid to the lives and efforts of Black women, and inspiration by Haudenausaunee society. Includes classroom resources and scores of other resources. . "The 70-year fight for suffrage began in Central and Western New York, an epicenter of reform."
"12th Street Reimagined" survey study seeks public input
Erie Homeless Resources Guide Emergency resource guide to downtown Erie. From Voices for Homeless Advocacy.
JUSTICE
Meadville Police to get body cams (ETN) PSP expedite body camera rollout after excessive force claim (Penn Capital-Star)
Immigrants are less likely to commit crimes than US born Americans, studies find (WBFO)
JUSTICE
Meadville Police to get body cams (ETN) PSP expedite body camera rollout after excessive force claim (Penn Capital-Star)
Immigrants are less likely to commit crimes than US born Americans, studies find (WBFO)
PA overhauled sentencing guidelines but racial disparities may not disappear so soon (The Conversation)
PA Attorney General Candidates
IMMIGRANTS
New American Economy in Erie County " The Demographic and Economic Contributions of Immigrants in the County"
April 27-28 - Youngstown May Day festival 2024 "Come join like-minded neighbors from across the Valley at the May Day Festival, a fun free celebration of labor, climate justice, human rights, social justice, and the honoring of Beltane on April 27-28." Event by Youngstown May Day Festival and Youngstown Action center
May 1 - Celebrating Pittsburgh's Hellraiser Anne Feeney Featuring Emma's Revolution, Pittsburgh Labor Choir, Liz Berlin, Evan Greer, and more. RSVP. Mr. Small's 400 Lincoln Ave, Millvale, PA Free (suggested donation $25) 12pm: Panel Discussion at the Heinz History Museum. 6pm: Concert at the Mr. Smalls Theatre. All ages.
May 4 - May Day Polish Hill Pittsburgh Details being worked out, check back
SCHOOLS & YOUTH
PA SAT Scam alert (Curmudgucation)
May 1 - Celebrating Pittsburgh's Hellraiser Anne Feeney Featuring Emma's Revolution, Pittsburgh Labor Choir, Liz Berlin, Evan Greer, and more. RSVP. Mr. Small's 400 Lincoln Ave, Millvale, PA Free (suggested donation $25) 12pm: Panel Discussion at the Heinz History Museum. 6pm: Concert at the Mr. Smalls Theatre. All ages.
May 4 - May Day Polish Hill Pittsburgh Details being worked out, check back
SCHOOLS & YOUTH
PA SAT Scam alert (Curmudgucation)
Survey seeks input on needs of Erie High School (WENY) " Erie High is in the process of becoming a United Way community school. According to United Way, the Community School Model works be removing nonacademic barriers to learning through community collaboration and support. "
Billionaires Yass and DeVos Are on a Crusade to Destroy US Public Schools (LittleSis) "Yass has spent tens of millions on Pennsylvania elections to win funding for charter and private school vouchers in his home state."
Billionaires Yass and DeVos Are on a Crusade to Destroy US Public Schools (LittleSis) "Yass has spent tens of millions on Pennsylvania elections to win funding for charter and private school vouchers in his home state."
Neighborhood Art House Summer Program June 17-July 19
PA: Vouchers feed discrimination (Curmudgucation)
Discovering New York Suffrage Stories New (2020) PBS documentary with lots of information that will be new to most, and attention paid to the lives and efforts of Black women, and inspiration by Haudenausaunee society. Includes classroom resources and scores of other resources. . "The 70-year fight for suffrage began in Central and Western New York, an epicenter of reform."
A Woman's Place: How Women Shaped Pittsburgh Heinz History Museum, Pgh... runs thru Oct 6 "interactive, thematic journey through women’s history from the early 1800s to modern day that will showcase the stories of entrepreneurs and activists, artists and athletes, scientists and inventors, and changemakers and barrier breakers. Through more than 250 artifacts, immersive experiences, and striking archival images"
Meadville Women's Services receives $1 million from MacKenzie Scott
WORKING PEOPLE
On-air employees at WJET/FOX vote to join union (Erie Times-News)
WORKING PEOPLE
On-air employees at WJET/FOX vote to join union (Erie Times-News)
April 9 is National Library Workers Day
Commentary: Protecting PA healthcare workers from violence (Penn Capital-Star) PA care workers deserve livable wages and agency accountability (Penn Capital-Star)
Workers Memorial Day April 28 "On April 28, the labor movement will once again observe Workers Memorial Day to remember workers killed or injured on the job and to renew the fight for strong safety and health protections."
Warren cafe owner advocates for disabled workers at Senate (Erie News Now) " Erin Willman, the CEO of White Cane Coffee in Warren, PA, had the honor of attending a Senate hearing last month to testify regarding discrimination against disabled employees in the workforce." Ms. Willman's testimony starts at 30:09
GEMISH
Commentary: Protecting PA healthcare workers from violence (Penn Capital-Star) PA care workers deserve livable wages and agency accountability (Penn Capital-Star)
Workers Memorial Day April 28 "On April 28, the labor movement will once again observe Workers Memorial Day to remember workers killed or injured on the job and to renew the fight for strong safety and health protections."
Warren cafe owner advocates for disabled workers at Senate (Erie News Now) " Erin Willman, the CEO of White Cane Coffee in Warren, PA, had the honor of attending a Senate hearing last month to testify regarding discrimination against disabled employees in the workforce." Ms. Willman's testimony starts at 30:09
GEMISH
Podcasting Basics June 17 at 6pm Blasco Memorial Library 160 East Front St, Erie. Registration required.
Transgender Day of Visibility "On Saturday, April 6, join TransFamily of NWPA at noon in Perry Square to commemorate Trans Day of Visibility. They will be celebrating trans lives, raising awareness about trans experiences, and building a community of powerful allies. This event also serves as a chance to uplift trans voices and work towards a world where everyone, regardless of gender identity, has the right to live authentically and without fear."
EMTA formalizes advertising policy Includes Policy regarding political campaigns, causes, etc. Read the policy here
Journal of Erie Studies digitized “The journal, which began publishing exclusively in print in 1972, has partnered with University Libraries to digitize and make openly available all of its issues to date, with plans to publish current issues online as they become available.”
Transgender Day of Visibility "On Saturday, April 6, join TransFamily of NWPA at noon in Perry Square to commemorate Trans Day of Visibility. They will be celebrating trans lives, raising awareness about trans experiences, and building a community of powerful allies. This event also serves as a chance to uplift trans voices and work towards a world where everyone, regardless of gender identity, has the right to live authentically and without fear."
EMTA formalizes advertising policy Includes Policy regarding political campaigns, causes, etc. Read the policy here
Journal of Erie Studies digitized “The journal, which began publishing exclusively in print in 1972, has partnered with University Libraries to digitize and make openly available all of its issues to date, with plans to publish current issues online as they become available.”
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PASSINGS
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Calendar and local info sharing for people who believe "a better world is possible."Focus is local/regional. Not affiliated with any organization All upcoming event listings are nonviolent. Event submissions send to moonkat2014@gmail.com
IN MEMORIAM notices: I prefer being contacted by a loved one about notifying the community of a passing, preferably acting within the wishes of the person who has passed.
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