Be a Tourist: Events around town February 14-17
Celebrate three years of cat adoptions, coffee and community in Downtown Erie! Purrista Raffle Basket Giveaway – receive a complimentary ticket for a free chance to win a basket!In the Cafe: Write the kitties valentine lettersIn Cat Lounge: Crappy Ex? You're covered. Come write your ex's name in the kitty litter box and the cats will take care of the rest. For more information, click here.
The best way to get inside Cathy Ladman's head is to see her live. As one of the country's top comedians, Ladman's show is a self-probing vehicle which draws laughter from exposing personal neuroses. For tickets and show times, click here.
The adventure begins at the Erie RV & Outdoor Adventure Expo. Explore and shop the latest in campers, RVs, camping, travel, off-roading, and more! Top brands, local dealers, vendors, and the Power Sports Pavilion will all be featured. Find tickets and times here.
Enjoy a self-guided romantic stroll through Asbury Woods' meandering trails, following the flickering lights of luminaries lighting a path through the woods, then warm up with a cozy fire, sweet treats, adult beverages, and music in the picnic shelter. All attendees will get a special Valentine's Day gift. Purchase tickets here.
Bring your family, a date, friends or come solo. Poverty Knob is partnering with Edinboro Chocolaterie and have handpicked delicious chocolates that pair perfectly with our flights. Treat yourself to one of the delicious food specials, craft beer, wine, cocktails & mocktails. There will be live music by Savage Daughter Trio on Friday from 5-8 p.m.. Chocolate will be available to purchase without a flight. For more information, click here.
Scotty McCreery has been a household name for nearly half his life. With his latest album Rise & Fall, McCreery explores classic themes of heartbreak, rowdy nights, nostalgia, faith, newfound joy, fatherhood, and enduring love. For tickets and more information, click here.
The selections will include gently used books in a variety of genres, fiction and nonfiction, as well as children's books, puzzles, audiobooks and DVDs. For times and dates, click here.
Celebrate love and wildlife at the Erie Zoo's Winter hours weekend, on February 15 & 16. HOO Do You Love will include a craft station where you can create Valentine-themed enrichment for some of your favorite zoo animals along with an owl-themed craft, Keeper talks, and more! To find more information, click here.
Justin Willman's ILLUSIONATI tour is an interactive evening of magic, comedy and mind-control for the whole family. Prepare to join a secret society of wonder where the only conspiracy theories are about how the hell he does these things. For tickets, click here.
Start off the season with our 4-mile fun run! This non-timed event is all about enjoying year-round outdoor recreation and fitness on the trails of Asbury Woods. Post-race warm-up with chili compliments of Cali's West Catering and beverages from Erie Beer. For more information, click here.
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