Good morning, Erie.

Penn State Behrend helped the community by hosting its annual rummage sale, where residents found bargains—an event praised for its positive impact.

City officials will support the inaugural Rides for the Rise motorcycle rally on July 19 to benefit local youth programs as Save the Youth 814 organizes the event.

The rally will include a motorcycle parade ending at Liberty Park and feature live performances, food trucks, and local vendors — marking Erie's first city-supported motorcycle rally since Roar on the Shore ended in 2021.

On Monday, May 19th, Harbor Creek High School held its annual military signing day where seniors pledged to protect our country.

Ryleigh Kinter will join the Air Force and Owen Lewis will join the Marines as both said signing papers with friends gave them strength (Ryleigh will attend tech training at Lackland and Owen will start boot camp at Parris Island in July).

The Mid-Atlantic Mothers' Milk Bank opened its first depot at Magee-Womens in UPMC Hamot on May 19 to allow donors to drop off milk rather than ship it to Pittsburgh.

The depot now makes it easier for women to donate and helps supply breast milk (enough for many preemie meals) that is crucial for newborns.

Pennsylvania will offer free fishing on May 25 and July 4, when anyone (including nonresidents) may fish without needing a license or trout/salmon and Lake Erie permits (all other fishing regulations apply).

Presque Isle Downs kicked off its horse racing season yesterday—when stables were readied and dirt plowed—and races will begin at 3:30 every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday until October; hundreds attended the opening and a $300,000 race is set for September 19th.

The Erie Times-News and AHN Sports Medicine are running the second-to-last athlete of the week polls for spring sports in the 2024-25 school year (fans, coaches, and statisticians can email nominee suggestions while online voting for other varsity topics will resume early summer).

John Oliver chose the Erie SeaWolves for his Minor League Baseball rebrand promotion that will give the team a new name, mascot and theme night after 47 clubs applied.

SeaWolves President Greg Coleman said MLB will review licensing and legal details during a call today—paving the way for the changes.

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.

Second Saturday at Erie Land Lighthouse

10 AM – 5 PM — Erie Land Lighthouse — Pay-what-you-wish — Enjoy tower climbs and engaging activities at the scenic lighthouse.