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Poetry , film , live music and a lecture on environmental preservation by Amy Parente , associate professor of chemistry at Mercyhurst , will follow at the H . O . Hirt Auditorium in the Blasco Library . The advocacy component of this event is organized by the Mercyhurst University Chemistry Department in collaboration with the Hafenmaier College of Humanities , Arts and Social Sciences in partnership with various community organizations . Visit the website for more information .
SIMONE DINNERSTEIN RETURNS WITH ERIE PHILHARMONIC
Date : April 7 Address : Warner Theatre , 811 State Street , Erie Contact : eriephil . org , or 814.455.1375
The Erie Philharmonic season finale will open with Sergei Prokofiev ’ s witty and spirited romp in his “ Classical Symphony .” Then , Erie welcomes Simone Dinnerstein back to the Warner Theatre to perform a keyboard concerto by J . S . Bach paired with a brand new work , co-commissioned by the Erie Philharmonic , composed by American icon Philip Glass . His new Piano Concerto No . 3 is destined to become an important contribution to the genre . The season comes to a stunning close with two suites from Ravel ’ s “ Daphnis et Chloé ” ballet . Ravel chose the most sumptuous and sensuous music from his iconic ballet to feature the sheer power and sweep of an orchestra in full bloom . Visit the website for ticket information and other details . hello spring
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GALLERY NIGHT AT THE ERIE ART MUSEUM
Date : March 9 Time : 7 to 10 p . m . Address : 411 State Street , Erie Contact : erieartmuseum . org , or 814.459.5477
Free and open to the public ! Come explore the city ’ s galleries at one of Erie ’ s most unique Friday night events ! The Erie Art Museum and other independent galleries will open their doors after hours for a chance to explore the city ’ s vibrant arts scene . Each gallery offers its own exhibitions , entertainment , refreshments and vibes . Visit the website for more details .
FESTIVAL OF BIRDS AT PRESQUE ISLE
Dates : May 18-20 Address : 301 Peninsula Drive , Erie Contact : presqueisleaudubon . org , or events . dcnr . pa . gov
The Festival of the Birds is a threeday festival that is timed to showcase the peak of songbird migration through Presque Isle State Park . The festival offers the desirable migrant species you may be looking for without the large crowds . This year ’ s special guest and keynote speaker is David A . Sibley , author and illustrator of the wildly popular “ The Sibley Guide .” Every full-weekend registrant will receive a copy of the second edition of the guide . Visit the websites for registration information and other details .
IDEA LAB AT BLASCO MEMORIAL LIBRARY
Address : 160 East Front Street , Erie Contact : erielibrary . org , or 814.451.6927
Check out the new Idea Lab , which can help you develop your ideas , learn design skills , and spark your entrepreneurial spirit . The Idea Lab is a hands-on collaborative space for you to explore – you can get connected with community experts and have access to a curated collection of business and maker resources . It is open to all Erie County residents with a valid library card and all Erie County Public Library cardholders in good standing . Visit the website for more information .
7TH ANNUAL NORTH EAST UNCORKED : THE GRAPE GATSBY
Date : May 5 Times : Two sessions at 1 p . m . and 5 p . m . Address : Downtown North East Contact : nechamber . org , or 814.725.4262
A 1920s themed wine walk and murder mystery ! Join a wine walk adventure through Downtown North East with a twist . Get lost in a 1920s speakeasy , chat up flapper girls and wear your best feathers and pearls as you track down clues and solve a murder mystery . Visit the website for more information .
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MAC N ’ CHEESE 3.0 – ERIE PHILHARMONIC FUNDRAISER
Date : March 4 Time : 1 to 4 p . m . Address : Zem Zem Shrine , 2525 West 38th Street , Erie Contact : eriephil . org / mac , or 814.455.1375
Get your “ phil ” of everyone ’ s favorite cheesiest dish during Erie ’ s only Macaroni and Cheese tasting competition ! This year it ’ s in a larger venue with more parking , more space , and more restaurants ! Taste delicious samples of Erie ’ s finest mac n ’ cheese recipes from restaurants from across the city competing to see which has the best , with you as the judge . Visit the website for more information on purchasing tickets and other details .
14TH ANNUAL MAPLE TASTE AND TOUR WEEKEND
Dates : March 17 & 18 Time : 10 a . m . to 4 p . m . Address : Check the website for the available locations . Contact : pamaple . org , or 814.796.3699
Free tours of working maple syrup sugarhouses ! The Northwest Maple Producers Association is dedicated
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