Good morning, Erie.

On Sunday afternoon, Team Guardians hosted a bowling fundraiser at Greengarden Lanes on West 38th Street to raise money for Alzheimer’s research—guests donated through raffles and games of chance.

They will face Team Warriors in a flag football contest in June and plan a bingo fundraiser on May 30 to gather additional support.

In April, several Erie restaurants made major moves as Crumbl opened in Summit Township on May 2 with Colleen Thomson as its first customer — a long-awaited debut — and Taste of Love began serving soul food at 901 Parade St on April 18.

Triple D's moved into a historic building at 1301 Parade St, Enrique's will soon open in Flagship City Food Hall, Two45 Waterfront Grille unveiled a new coastal menu, Waldameer Park will debut Tasty Tater for the season, and Whippy Dip celebrated its 60th anniversary.

The 48th annual Erie March for Life took place in downtown Erie Saturday morning as marchers voiced support for unborn individuals and their mothers.

Speakers at Perry Square and along the route — including People for Life's executive director — urged the community to choose life.

Waldameer Park and Water World will open for the season Saturday with over 100 attractions for families.

President Steve Gorman said new additions include the Time Twister ride, a rebuilt Water World entrance to reduce lines, and a new dining spot called Tasty Tater replacing the old Potato Patch stand.

On Saturday, May 5, meteorologist Tom Atkins hosted the bi-annual SKYWARN class at Blasco Library where dozens of weather enthusiasts learned how to spot storms—skills that improve reporting to Cleveland and help keep Erie informed.

The training provided essential methods since Erie relies on out-of-town radar for weather warnings.

Mercyhurst University President Kathleen A.

Getz was named one of the Top Women Leaders of Pennsylvania by Women We Admire today—recognizing her leadership at Mercyhurst and previous work at Loyola—and she has guided major changes like the shift to NCAA Division I while staying active in the Erie community.

Mercyhurst University hosted the Student-Directed Ten-Minute Play Festival that ended on Sunday, featuring five free short plays (Taylor Little Theater) with students showcasing work they rehearsed for months amid final exams.

Spring migration brings over a million birds through Erie County as Presque Isle State Park serves as a key stop on the Atlantic Flyway and Erie Bird Observatory will host educational events on May 10—starting at 8 a.m. at Tom Ridge Environmental Center with banding at Fry’s Landing until 3 p.m.—to help locals learn about bird safety and migration patterns.

Drivers using I-79 in Erie should expect delays today as PennDOT begins routine maintenance on bridges from West 12th Street—West 26th Street with crews working from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. until May 15; drivers are advised to take an alternate route.

Data from Realtor.com shows Erie County home prices in January fell to a median of $200,000 — a 1.1% drop from December — with single-family homes and condos selling at $186,750 and $257,500 respectively.

Recorded sales dropped 14.1% from January 2024 — totaling 134 homes — and brought in $32 million.

Festival of the Birds

Various times — Presque Isle State Park — Ticket required — Experience the wonders of spring migration with workshops, field trips, and expert-led birding activities.

Attorneys & Kids Together 5K Run/Walk

1:00 PM – 3:59 AM — Erie County — Charitable donations encouraged — Support Erie County students experiencing homelessness through a community-focused 5K event.

ACL Tear Diagnosis and Management – New Treatment Approaches

7-8:30 p.m. — Erie Center for Arts and Technology — Free entry — Discover innovative approaches in ACL tear treatment from a leading orthopedic expert.

3rd Annual Weld Art Competition

6-9 p.m. — The 1020 Collective — Entry fee required — Showcase your welding talents and support scholarships while enjoying local artistry.

Show Me Reptiles Show

11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Bayfront Convention Center — $10 General Admission; Kids 6 and under free — Dive into a scaly wonderland with reptiles and aquatic creatures galore.

Spring National M-WTCA Conference

June 4-7 — Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel — Registration available online — Attend informative sessions at this community-focused national conference.

Paint-n-Sip at U Pick 6 Tap House

6-8 p.m. — U Pick 6 Tap House — Cost varies — Unleash your inner artist with a fun evening of painting and sipping drinks.