Good morning, Erie.

The Bayfront East Side Taskforce launched a mini-grant program for older residents in Historic East Bayfront to get minor home modifications; interested applicants must apply by June 15 for up to $1,500 in improvements.

On Feb. 4, Wabtec Corp signed a $1.2 billion Union Pacific contract and later secured orders worth over $2.5 billion from major railroads.

The deals may bring more work to its Erie facilities and could help grow the local workforce as deliveries start in 2026.

A Black history exhibit celebrating African American achievements debuted at City Hall on Feb.

10, highlighting important historical stories from our community.

SoMar Dance Works and the Allen Zurcher Quartet will present Snow White and the Seven Deadly Sins, a concert featuring innovative choreography and live jazz, on Saturday, Feb.

21 at Walker Recital Hall. Admission is free.

On Feb. 10, the Performing Artists Collective Alliance announced that executive director Mark Tanenbaum resigned; the announcement did not include the reasons behind his departure.

The Millcreek School Board approved hiring HHSDR Architects/Engineers for a $27 million addition project at Chestnut Hill Elementary to build a new wing and separate cafeteria.

Bidding will begin early in 2027 and construction is set to start in March (finishing in August 2028).

Erie architect David Brennan (of Bostwick Design Partnership) plans to repurpose vacant buildings into affordable housing using historic tax credits and federal funds, and nonprofit developers have already converted closed schools into housing statewide to revitalize local neighborhoods.

Rose and Bouquets

Galentine's Day evening — 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. — Two45 Waterfront Grille — $31 to $50 — Sip on rosé while crafting beautiful bouquets for a perfect night out.

Plant and Book Bingo Night

4:30-10:30 p.m. — Werner Books and Coffee — $30 — Enjoy a cozy evening of bingo with plants, books, and various prizes up for grabs.

St. Patty's Make & Take Workshop

12-1 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Erie — Pre-registration required — Create a festive piece for your home using a variety of paint colors.

Kingston Frontenacs vs Erie Otters

7-8 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Streaming available — Catch the Kingston Frontenacs take on the Erie Otters in an exciting hockey matchup on FloHockey.