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Juneteenth celebrations return to Erie with events throughout Erie and culminating in Perry Square featuring live music, food, and speakers. Additionally, programming will be provided by the Office of Veterans Affairs which will honor the contributions, culture, and military service of Black Americans and Black veterans.

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Fish That Talk: June 2026
London calling

by John Bavaro

Purple Martins, a type of swallow, are entirely dependent on human-provided nest boxes in this region. Look for their (often elaborate) cavity condos on Presque Isle, surrounding the TREC, or in rural backyards throughout Erie County.
Erie Bird Observatory

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Local Album Review // Ralphie's Gone Blind // Man's Ruin
by Nick Warren

Local Album Review // Ralphie's Gone Blind // Man's Ruin Erie Reader is Erie PA's weekly newspaper & features in-depth coverage of news, arts, & entertainment while exploring & discussing issues of our city.

The Reader Beat aims to cover city and county council meetings as well as other important government and community-related meetings. The following is a summary of each meeting for the month of May.

The Reader Beat Recap: June 2026 A summary of May meetings

In recognition of America 250, the folks at the Erie Playhouse are staying on theme for their upcoming performance of the musical 1776, featuring a thrilling local cast and well-met set-building challenges.

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Celebrate Pride for two weekends in June beginning with the annual Pride Parade on State Street followed by Pride on the Bay – both events aim to “make waves” in Erie as the community is encouraged to “bring your joy, bring your voice as you march to be seen, heard, and celebrated.”

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Larry Wheaton has a conversation with long-time Wilco guitarist Nels Cline ahead of the group's performance “An Evening With Wilco” at the Chautauqua Amphitheater this month. They discuss the band’s evolution, creative processes, influences, and more. Link in comments ⬇️

We made Association of Alternative Newsmedia's cover show!

Check out last week cover show featuring: Erie Reader, Chicago Reader, Coachella Valley Independent, Arkansas Times, Chronogram , Cleveland Scene Magazine, City Magazine , Bend Source, and North Coast Journal at https://bit.ly/4vBT9it

The Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority (EMTA) celebrates their fifth annual 14th Fest, a block party near the authority’s headquarters on 14th Street, featuring live music, kids activities, food, games, and more. Follow the link in the comments for more information ⬇️