Events around town May 8-10

Kellar’s Magic and Comedy Club presents Basile

Explosive, dynamic, and completely original are just some of the words that have been used to describe one of the most powerful Entertainers in the Comedy World today! The Emmy-nominated Basile has entertained millions of comedy fans in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, and Africa. Basile’s unique blend of material, improvisation, and characters has made him one of the most sought-after comedians in the entertainment industry today. For more information, click here.

Glow Wild at the Erie Zoo

Glow Wild is back, brighter and wilder than ever! From April 30 to July 5, join the Erie Zoo every Thursday through Sunday to marvel at stunning, handcrafted lanterns inspired by your favorite zoo animals. Bring your family, friends, or someone special to see the Erie Zoo in a whole new light. In addition to the glowing lantern displays, enjoy live cultural performances at 7:15 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. —a thrilling complement to the evening’s festivities. For more information, click here.

Corry Artist Guild Spring Art Show

Corry Artists’ Guild “Ripples & Reflections” 2026 Spring Art Show: Experience the power of water-inspired art that evokes a wave of feelings and deep thoughts. The Guild’s signature themed art show has become an anticipated community event, featuring diverse artistic interpretations across multiple categories including 2D, 3D, wood carving, photography, sculpture and table displays. These exhibitions include judged competitions, “Meet the Artists” receptions and special student sections which offer free entries to encourage youth. For more information, click here.

MIAC presents Seth Rudeysky

Seth Rudetsky spent many years on Broadway as a pianist and conductor, as well as two years as a comedy writer on “The Rosie O’Donnell Show,” for which he received three Emmy nominations with his co-writers. He is now the afternoon deejay on the SiriusXM Broadway channel as well the host of “Seth Speaks.” For more information, click here.

Erie Philharmonic presents Britten’s War Requiem

The traditional Latin mass for the dead is combined with nine poems about war written by English poet Wilfred Owen, who was killed in action just one week before the World War I armistice. considered a contemporary masterpiece. Daniel Meyer, the orchestra, and the Erie Philharmonic Chorus will offer a world-class performance of this important piece. For more information, click here.

Second Science Saturday: The Science of Stormwater

Join staff from the Regional Science Consortium to learn about the impacts of stormwater runoff to Presque Isle Bay and Lake Erie. Create your own experiment to test the benefits of rain gardens to reduce stormwater runoff and pollution into our water. For more information, click here.

Station Dinner Theatre presents “Getting Sara Married”

Sara, a high-powered attorney, is content with her single lifestyle. Unfortunately for Sara, Aunt Martha’s method of matchmaking is to bop the prospective groom over the head and have him delivered to Sara’s apartment several times. Can Sara stay single, or will Aunt Martha’s method actually work? For more information, click here.

Second Saturday at the Land Lighthouse

Every second Saturday, the Erie Land Lighthouse will host pay-what-you-wish tower climbs, plus self-guided and guided educational activities. For more information, click here.

Lake Erie Stampede

Featuring bull riding, barrel racing, breakaway roping and muttin bustin. For more information, click here.

Family Fun Days at Werner Books

This week, Werner Books is celebrating Mother’s Day and the special women in our lives. Join Werner Books for a themed Family Fun Day from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturdays in May! Includes FREE themed activities and crafters for ages toddlers and up (even adults). Plus, enjoy story time at noon and upon request! For more information, click here.

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