Good morning, Erie.

Erie area festivals celebrate local heritage, food and music from mid-May to September — many events are free while some charge for food or activities.

Sauce Vegan Ristorante—known for its seductively themed dinners—will begin offering $20 takeout lunch starting May 12.

Lunch orders can be placed in person or by email Monday—Thursday between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., with baked goods from its Sundae truck sold separately and customers required to bring their own utensils.

At Cathedral Prep Signing Day, female athletes discussed their college plans and sports goals in interviews, explaining why they chose their future paths — showing their commitment to both academics and athletics.

The event highlighted the students’ readiness for upcoming challenges.

The 130-year-old Irving Elementary School building — located on West 24th and Plum Streets — opened in 1897, closed after the 2011-2012 school year, and now serves as a storage depot for teaching materials from Irving, Burton and Glenwood schools.

A local school will host Pioneer Day to bring history to life and help students learn about local heritage—activities and interactive demonstrations are planned to showcase traditional customs.

Work on a large mixed-use project in Harborcreek—adding space for homes and businesses—is set to begin soon.

Local officials say the development will boost the area's growth.

General McLane conducted Signing Day interviews with female athletes to highlight their achievements and future plans on the field—these interviews provide insight into their training and commitment.

The SeaWolves lost to the Curve, snapping their four game winning streak.

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.

90's Themed Immersive Pop-Up

8 p.m. — Room 33 Speakeasy — Tickets available — Experience a night of music and laughter as you step back into the vibrant era of the 90's with Tethered Immersive.