Good morning, Erie.

Mason Farms has opened its pick-your-own strawberry season where ripe fruits are available for picking, and owner John Mason Sr. said the farm will cool the fields if temperatures top 80°—a measure planned for next week as the season ends the first week of July.

Flash flooding on Wednesday afternoon damaged Gulf Road near the New York border by washing away a large section—trapping one family in their home and flooding nearby vineyards while reporting no injuries and Harborcreek Township offering help with cleanup today.

TV anchor Brian Wilk will leave Erie TV stations when his contract ends this summer and will stay on air through July—Nexstar posted a job opening for his position while Wilk said on LinkedIn he is looking for a new job.

Humanity’s High Hurdle, an 18-foot stainless steel sculpture by Garry Bibbs, was moved in March from the Erie Art Museum to the Erie Center for Arts & Technology at 650 East Ave—where it will be dedicated on June 26 at 2 p.m. ECAT students helped build the new base for the sculpture as the artist is set to lead a workshop during the ceremony.

Community Country Day School in Millcreek Township has taught 75 students from grades one to 12 for 57 years.

A Loving Giving Local donation this week will help pay for clothing, food and field trips for students in need—ensuring they receive extra support.

Erie County Council passed a resolution on June 17 that supports ECGRA and urges the Davis administration to release $538,000 in owed gaming funds and stop public attacks—council members criticized Davis for ignoring audit findings.

ECGRA will hold a board meeting today at 8:30 a.m. at 5240 Knowledge Parkway with the option to view it via Zoom.

@Homekits DIY Workshop at We Rock the Spectrum

@Homekits DIY Workshop — 9:30-10:30 a.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Erie — Pre-registration required — Enjoy a fun DIY crafting session with gym time for kids.

Erie Apparel Dog Days

1-4 p.m. — Oliver's Beer Garden — Free entry — A pet-friendly summer celebration featuring fun activities for dogs and their owners.

BYObook Romantasy Annotation Release Party

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Werner Books and Coffee — Free entry — Romantasy readers come together for an evening of book annotation and creativity.

Book Signing With Amy Iketani

10 AM – 3 PM — Werner Books and Coffee — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of Amy Iketani's romantic fiction sequel, Finding Home.

Erie Sky Lantern Festival

10:00 PM – 2:30 AM — 123 E Main St, North East, PA — Ticket purchase required — Experience a breathtaking evening of lanterns, entertainment, and community support.

Lighthouse Paint & Sip

6-8 p.m. — Deer Creek Winery Tasting Room at Millcreek Mall — Cost info not specified — Unleash creativity while enjoying delicious wine and painting in a relaxed atmosphere.