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Happy weekend, Erie!
In today’s happening-today edition: Pymatuning State Park travel tips, Gov. Josh Shapiro’s women’s survey, coloring with cats, and more. + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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📰 In the news
Visitor favorites and travel tips: Pymatuning State Park, Pennsylvania’s largest state park, sits between Pittsburgh and Lake Erie, offering the state’s biggest lake, three marinas, boating and paddling, plus standout walleye and bass fishing — learn how to get there.
Women’s voices in state policy: Gov. Josh Shapiro and the Advisory Commission on Women have launched an online survey to hear from women, including Erie. Sessions are planned, including a virtual session on May 1 — see how to share input.
Inside a florist’s journey: Lola’s Place Florals has opened in downtown Meadville, bringing whimsical bouquets and local blooms. Owner Emily Wenko launched the storefront in February and is prepping for Easter and Mother’s Day — discover her services and style.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*
Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*
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💎 Local business spotlight
Fries worth a detour: Odis 12 Sports Bar & Grille turns potatoes into a minor obsession with fresh-cut, Greek, or fully loaded fries that stay crisp outside and fluffy inside, dangerously snackable. Grab a basket alongside your usual order this week, and call it balance.
Skin reset, locally: Been meaning to tackle fine lines, uneven tone, or just feel more like you? At SpaGo MedSpa, expect physician-guided injectables, lasers, Hydrafacial, body sculpting, and IV drips, plus a friendly vibe, results-driven care, and zero pressure. Real refresh, no hard sell.
Go hit some chains: Pleasant Ridge Park Disc Golf Course blends tight, technical lines with a few let it fly fairways, plus red, white, and blue tees for every arm. With clear UDisc maps, a quick nine or full eighteen becomes an easy midweek reset in Fairview.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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📆 Around town today & tomorrow
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🏃 St. Patrick’s Day Distance Festival @ Rotary Pavilion at Presque Isle | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Presque Isle means one thing this week, we run, we wear green, we pretend the wind is refreshing. Jump into ERC’s St. Patrick’s Distance Festival, a fast 5K or 10K with chip timing, Winter Series points, and a post-race celebration at Rotary, heated restrooms included.
🛍 Spring Fever Craft and Vendor Market @ St James Place | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – St. James Place is shaking off winter with a spring market full of local makers, Easter-ready decor, and a gift card auction that beats arm-wrestling over a wreath. Hundreds in cards benefit their religious ed program. Free admission, plenty of parking, zero buyer’s remorse.
🍁 Northwest PA Maple Taste & Tour @ Erie, PA | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Maple weekend in Northwest PA means one thing: sugar shacks, steam, and an excuse to eat pancakes without shame. Cruise from backyard setups to modern ops, meet FFA students and fourth generation producers, sip samples, snag bourbon barrel-aged syrup, and hop a wagon ride.
🎨 Choose Your Own Crushed Glass Project! @ Aquillbella Boutique | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – Make shiny things you want to keep at Aquillbella Boutique’s crushed glass workshop, with designs from dragonflies to Highland cows. Choose your colors, pour the resin, then take it home to cure while you admire your handiwork, your beverage, and good taste. BYOB, ages 12+.
🐱 Coloring with Cats @ Erie Animal Network Adoption Center | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – If your stress level could use a purr, swap errands for an afternoon coloring session with the cats at the adoption center. They’ll supervise your glitter gel pen technique, you’ll sip something light, and it’s free, but seats vanish fast, so RSVP early. Donations welcome.
🌿 Gnome Garden Workshop @ Driftwood Wine Cellars West | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – At Driftwood Wine Cellars West we’re turning flowerpots into gnomes, then building them a cozy succulent habitat. Materials, guidance, and Steph’s Sprouts care tips are covered, you bring your steady hand and willingness to dote. Thirty bucks, and yes, wine exists.
🎻 Erie Junior Philharmonic @ Strong Vincent Middle School | Sunday (3/15) at 3:00 PM – Skip chores and hear Erie Junior Philharmonic crown its Concerto Competition champ, Miranda Gomo, with small ensembles from the Chamber and Symphony Orchestras. Parking nerves are canceled, a shuttle runs between Hoffman Transportation Center and Strong Vincent, thanks to Rupp Limo. Real talent, zero pretense.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Erie report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 32°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 54%
A chance of snow before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 32. West wind 8 to 24 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: A chance of snow after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. Southeast wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 60°F – Low: 40°F – Precip: 45%
A chance of snow before 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 60. Southeast wind 12 to 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of rain after 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 40. South wind 25 to 31 mph, with gusts as high as 47 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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