Good morning, Erie.

Tom Ridge Environmental Center will be open Thursday evenings from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. on a free program with hands-on activities and film screenings (running from June 4 through August 20) put on by the Environmental Center Foundation and Regional Science Consortium.

County fairs are coming from late July to mid-September across Erie County.

The events offer rides, livestock shows and contests at venues in Mercer, Franklin, Cochranton, Pittsfield, Meadville, Wattsburg, Stoneboro, Waterford, Spartansburg and Albion while details on pricing and schedules are available online.

Oakwood Pizzeria, a joint venture between Colony Pizza and McGarrey's Oakwood Cafe, has opened on E.

38th St. It serves whole pizzas or slices + Irish favorites to delight local diners.

The Home Depot is running its Ryobi Days Savings event ahead of Father's Day, and buyers in Erie can purchase a battery starter kit or string trimmer and pick a free tool for home projects (popular items sell out quickly) but should shop early to secure their pick.

Pennsylvania 4-H youth from across the state recently competed in the Animal Bowl and Skillathon Day at Penn State’s University Park campus featuring contests like avian bowl, dairy bowl, and hippology.

Erie County youth earned first place in the hippology contest as they built skills for national competitions.

The Game Commission is placing 40 purple martin boxes and 30 chimney swift towers on public properties to help declining bird populations.

Communities like Erie can join the free program to learn proper bird care + conservation methods.

Erie Regional Airport Authority Executive Director Derek Martin explained (June 17) that ERI has extended its summer travel options and shared best practices for passengers while offering simple tips to prepare for seasonal trips (ERI).

Erie offers free and discounted Father's Day options this weekend with nature walks at Presque Isle, half-price admission at the Erie Zoo, free axe throwing at Stumpy's, and free climbing at ASCEND Erie.

Live music and meal deals are set for June 21 (check local venues for details).

Marshall Tucker Band Concert

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Rebich Investments Amphitheater & Liberty Park — Ticket info available — Experience the legendary sounds of the Marshall Tucker Band live in concert.

The I-90s 90s Tribute Show

6-10 p.m. — BIGBAR — No Cover — Experience the best 90s rock and pop punk hits with Erie's own tribute band, The I-90s.

Summer Fest

10 AM – 5 PM — Erie Land Lighthouse — Free admission — Enjoy a summer day with vendors, food trucks, live music, and family-friendly activities supporting local education.

2026 Envision Blind Sports Summer Sports Camp

Sunday, Jul 12th – Saturday, Jul 18th — Penn State Behrend — Registration closed — Experience a week of sports for blind and visually impaired athletes age 7-18 while fostering independence and friendship.

Clutches for Crutches Benefit Run

11 AM – 5 PM — Zem Zem Shrine Club — $20 for bike or car — Participate in the 2nd Annual Charity Run and Car Show with new stops including local bars.