24th anniversary AVAILABLE storewide sale ONLY FOR THE MONTH Downtown Edinboro OF FEBRUARY Huge discounts 11x17 2014 Feb 14 thru 20 POSTERS Don't miss originally $1.50 ONLY 814 734 5858 *80# Matte Cover, $1.00 1 Sided, No Bleed

Go Ask Alice! 814-833-9020 Presque Isle 4523 W. Ridge Road Printing Services Erie, PA 16506

www.presqueisleprinting.com @GoAskAlice08

2 | Erie Reader | eriereader.com February 19, 2014 CONTENT February 19, 2014

Editors-in-Chief: Brian Graham & Adam Welsh Managing Editor: News & Notes Culture Ben Speggen 7 Street Fashioista Contributing Editor: 4 Street Corner Soapbox Rebecca Styn Let There Be Hotel Joey Mancuso Editor -at-Large: Cory Vaillancourt 5 The Way I See It 8 Bobcat Goldthwait's Copy Editor: Raising the Debt Ceiling Hand-in-Hand Second Act Alex Bieler A Q&A with famed actor, Contributors: comedian, and director Helen Agresti 6 UN Art Ambassador Speaks at Alex Bieler Bloom 11 Art Review Pen Ealain Award-winning Nigerian Artist Returns James R. LeCorchick An Art Review for Friends Leslie McAllister to Erie Rich McCarty Ryan Smith 12 If We Were You Jay Stevens 17 Tech Watch Here's What We Would Do Rebecca Styn Sochi Problems Go Viral Bryan Toy 16 Music Reviews Cory Vaillancourt 19 Outside Voices Designers: Mark Kosobucki What was your Favorite FILM night of 17 Tegan and Sara Burim Loshaj the Past Year? Sisters rock Allegheny Cover Design: College Mark Kosobucki 21 Smart Food Photographers: Quinoa, Agave, and Honey Ryan Smith Brad Triana Design Intern: 23 ER Sports Leah Yungwirth Local Sports with James R. LeCorchick Writing Interns: Jessica Courter Ellie Hartleb Adam Unger From the Editors

32 W. Eighth St. #302 t couldn’t have been easy. The decision had all but been made final with velopment that a private entity stressed repeatedly it could satisfy. Erie PA, 16501 the tap of the ceremonial mallet against the wooden sounding block. Yes, those are projects, and yes, a risk is involved. And Jay Stevens handles [email protected] But the meeting had just started, a throng of people were waiting to the topic quite well in this issue with his Street Corner Soapbox column “Let speak, yell, and plead, yet at that point, it was all just a formality, the There Be Hotel!” The Erie Reader is Erie’s only free, independent source for news, culture, Iplaying out of roles and processes in proper order. But what about the winners and losers in the Battle Over the Bayfront? and entertainment. The Erie Reader is But still, in a room crowded with ardent and fervent supporters, upward Perhaps that’s best answered with another question: What if this is still — a forum for ideas and discussion, and he walked to the loneliest point in the room, the podium where he’d deliver as Rebecca Styn wrote in our last issue — A Tale of Two Hotels? Let’s suppose seeks to drive two-way communication a hard speech to give: The acknowledgment of defeat before the end of the this never really was a this-or-that argument — and that really, there aren’t with its readers. At the Erie Reader, we endeavor to highlight the best of battle. any losers here. Erie by providing in-depth, magazine- Representing Scott Enterprises, Nick Scott, Sr. spoke his mind and voiced As we wrote right here in our last issue, decisions will soon be made that style journalism that cuts to the heart his concern one last time. And then, quietly, he walked away from the micro- will affect Erie for generations to come. We still believe that this story can be of the issues that matter to Erie. The phone to a choppy applause and took his seat. one of two visions for Erie, working in tandem, being realized at the same Erie Reader is published every other week at The Corry Journal, 28 W. Onward went the speeches, and onward went the meeting. And then, the time. That’s what this city needs, but above all else, something has to happen South St., Corry, Pa. 16407. The Erie decision was made final: Erie County Council voted 4-2, winners were de- to get the ball rolling. Reader is distributed at over 250 high clared, and losers were left with the bitter taste of defeat. That something right now is the shovel-ready ECCCA project moving for- foot-traffic locations in Pennsylvania You know the story: The Erie County Convention Center Authority lobbied ward to bring more visitors to Erie by way of more and larger conventions, from North East to Girard to Edinboro. The Erie Reader is also available by fast and hard for the County to issue a bond guarantee for the construction and paving the way for a robust development of the vacant GAF property. mail subscription; one year (26 issues) of a hotel connected to the Bayfront Convention Center. That bond guaran- For now though, providing more attractive accommodations for convention for $49.99. Send check or money order tee would help cover what a grant from the state — $25 million spread out goers (not having to walk outside or drive down from Upper Peach to get to payable to Flagship Multimedia, Inc., over five years — wouldn’t. a convention hall sounds like a pretty good deal — especially in the dead of to the address below. In addition to appearing in print, Erie Reader adds But taxpayers wouldn’t really be put on the hook unless the Authority was winter) results in a win for the city. In the future, perhaps these folks could new content daily at ErieReader.com forced to default on its loan. And if the past is an indication of the future, spend their money at an ice rink or restaurant just a stone’s throw away. as well social media sites. All rights there’s a good chance taxpayers won’t have to shell out a nickel for the 191- Or on a floating barge to see a concert on the other side of the Bicentennial reserved. All content © Flagship room hotel. Tower. Multimedia, Inc, 32 W. Eighth St., Suite 302, Erie, Pa, 16501. No part of First, the Sheraton on the Bayfront was erected under the same conditions. So this is the start of something, and this decision can end up being a small this publication may be reproduced And Erie County taxpayers haven’t had to front any bills for fresh towels or part of a very big future if all citizens remain as committed to the Bayfront without permission. The opinions of a turndown service yet. Second, studies provided by the Authority indicate development in the future as they have been in the recent past. As we said in our columnists and contributors a need for a second hotel to accommodate overflow from conventions. And our last issue: If ever Erie deserved more than a puncher’s chance at putting are their own and do not always that study suggests a third hotel — like the one that Scott Enterprises had the “gem” clearly and boldly in “Gem City,” it’s now, the very moment that reflect that of the editorial board or organization. Direct inquiries proposed in their Harbor Place project — could survive and thrive. change and growth seem to be more than whispers in the air — they seem to 814.314.9364 or contact@ But those are just projections, some may argue. It’s still frightening to palpable. The energy for change, for growth, for development is abuzz in ErieReader.com. think that taxpayers will be on the hook for any sum of money used for de- Erie. February 19, 2014 eriereader.com | Erie Reader | 3 Street Corner Soapbox News Let there be Hotel! of the Weird

By: Jay Stevens when we'll do it with our By: Chuck Shepherd he Hotel Wars rage on. own money? And you know what? What better Not that the Scotts don't time for this to be going on, right? I want to use taxpayer mon- Lead Story mean, it's freezing out. It won't stop ey. The city is applying for Tsnowing. There's no sign of spring. One cold, a $12-million state grant he semi-obscure Florida Statute 790.15 took dark, snowy day follows the next. It's like we've for their project, and its Tcenter stage in January following a Miami been caught in some kind of weird space-time recent CRIZ application – Herald report of a resident of the town of Big continuum, where time, too, is frozen. And the for a program that would Pine Key who routinely target-shoots his hand- Super Bowl was a big snoozer. allow local tax money to gun in his yard, with impunity, to the conster- So what better way to distract us from winter go directly to the Bayfront nation of neighbors. The statute permits open than to think about land swaps, loan guaran- instead of the state – was firing on private property (except shooting over tees, and credit enhancements? Right? If that also about the Scott's pro- a public right of way or an occupied dwelling), doesn't put the sizzle into your day, what will? posal. But that money and several cities have tried, unsuccessfully, to In case you missed it, here's where we stand: would be for infrastruc- restrict that right, citing "public safety" in resi- the Erie County Convention Center Author- ture improvements, the dential neighborhoods. (A 2011 lobbying cam- ity, which received a $25-million state grant streets, sidewalks, parks, paign by the National Rifle Association, and a

towards building a new hotel next to the pres- and walkways for the site. Brian Graham state supreme court decision, nixed any change ent-day Bayfront Convention Center, needed Not for a hotel. On Tuesday, Feb. 11, Erie City Council guaranteed a multi-million- in the law.) "Negligent" shooting is illegal, but Erie County to guarantee the additional loans So Erie County Council dollar bond to the Erie County Convention Center Authority only a misdemeanor. Thus, even skillful shoot- needed to complete the project – some $35 mil- had the opportunity to kill ing next door to a day care center or in a small lion or so. the Convention Center Authority's hotel. Council never for a moment seriously consid- yard that abuts a high-trafficked pedestrian That is, if the Convention Center Authority But they didn't. ered downing the hotel. street is likely perfectly legal. One Florida legis- defaulted on its payments, the county would New councilmember and Soapbox heart- Twenty-five million. lator who was originally from Alaska noted that be liable for the money. throb, Jay Breneman, instead brokered a deal. That's the amount of the state grant that'd even in Anchorage people cannot fire at will in This isn't as bad as it sounds. First of all, that's He said he would vote for the debt guarantee simply be tossed back into the state's coffers if their yards. [Miami Herald, 1-26-2014] not likely to happen. Secondly, it's really about in exchange for yearly payments of $65,000 the deal went afoul. Erie wouldn't see a penny linking the loan to the county's credit rating from the Convention Center Authority to the of it. Cultural Diversity – which is much better than the Convention county – a kind of replacement for the tax Or, as Convention Center Authority board Center Authority's, for a variety of reasons. revenue lost on the property because of its tax- member Roger Richards was quoted saying in outh Korea is a well-known hub for cosmetic That, in turn, means the interest rates for the exempt status. That's your “credit enhance- last issue's Rebecca Styn feature: “There wasn't Sbeautification surgery, with a higher rate authority's loan will be much lower. In short, ment.” another place in the state that got a $25 million per capita than the U.S., but the procedures can by having the county guarantee the Conven- After approximately 0.002 seconds' delibera- grant except for the city of Philadelphia. If this be expensive, inspiring many young women tion Center Authority's loan, it'll save money. tion, the Convention Center Authority agreed money has to go back, other communities are recently to resort to do-it-yourself procedures And that's a good thing. to Breneman's terms. That's because over going to gobble it up, and it's going to be diffi- for their professional and romantic upgrades. A But what it also means is that without that the course of the loan lifetime, they'd pay the cult get future grant money in Erie if we can't December Global Post dispatch noted that some debt guarantee, there'd be no loan. Without county some $2 million – just a fraction of the take advantage of this opportunity.” might try to force their eyes to stay open without the loan, there's no hotel project. savings on interest rates they'd enjoy using the No one on the Council wants to be the one blinking (using a novel $20 pair of glasses for For some, that'd be a good thing. Specifical- county's credit rating to back their loan. And who fouled up the Convention Center hotel hours on end) as a substitute for costly "double- ly, Scott Enterprises, which recently proposed voila! The County Council voted to back the deal. And it was so: there was hotel. eyelid" surgery. Also in use: a $6 jaw-squeezing a sprawling, ambitious, and wild develop- Convention Center Authority's hotel scheme. roller device for the face to push the jaw line into ment project complete with its own hotel and Forget here for a moment the improbability Jay Stevens can be contacted at Jay@ErieReader. a fashionable "oval" form. One teen told the re- a floating entertainment barge next door to the of a rookie councilmember engineering a nu- com, and you can follow him porter she applies an imaginative contraption to Convention Center. They maintain that the anced credit enhancement deal on his own on Twitter @Snevets_Yaj. To her face for hours a day to pressure her nose into state - and authority-funded hotel threatens – might have some more experienced admin- follow this story or comment, more of a point, which is considered a desirable the viability of their own project. Who needs istrators handed him the keys to the shiny new scan the QR code or visit Western look. [Global Post (Boston) via Denver taxpayer money to build a hotel? they asked, deal? – and consider for a moment why the http://erirdr.com/t01zq. Post, 12-19-2013]

4 | Erie Reader | eriereader.com February 19, 2014 cquired Tastes: (1) In December, thieves in AWicklow, Ireland, raided a convent's field at the Dominican Farm and Ecology Center, strip- ping it of its entire crop of Brussels sprouts. A The Way I See It nun at the farm said the sisters were devastated to miss out on the lucrative market for high-end Christmas dinners. (2) In January, Wal-Mart in Raising the Debt Ceiling Hand-in-Hand China recalled its "Five Spice" donkey meat sold in some locations because the popular snack was found to be tainted — with fox meat. [Irish In- By: Rebecca Styn dependent, 12-5-2013] [Reuters, 1-2-2014] deficit has been cut in half to $680 billion. While How Your Pennsylvania n Tuesday, Feb. 11, the U.S. House of this is still high on both accounts, if his term abor's Influence in France: The French so- Representatives passed an increase was to end in 2014, those are pretty significant Representatives Voted: Lcial security agency URSSAF initiated an in the debt ceiling. After some con- achievements for a Republican Speaker working enforcement action in December against the versation about attaching additional with an opposing Democrat in the White House. Yeas: Mamm-Kounifl music bar in the town of Loc- Oconditions to the legislation, House Speaker The day after the House passed the bill, the miquelic for underpaying employee contribu- John Boehner and many in his leadership team Democratic-controlled Senate then gave final All five Democratic members of the House tions — in that the tavern encourages customers were among the 28 Republicans who joined with approval by a 55-43 margin. So, the long and from Pennsylvania (Brady, Cartwright, to bus their own tables and thus reduces its need Democrats to pass an extension of the debt ceil- short of it is that it almost seems as if the two Doyle, Fattah, and Schwartz) voted for the to hire more servers. The owner denied he was ing until March 15, 2015 – meaning, a full elec- groups might be, well… working together. While bill. Additionally, three PA Republicans as trying to save money. "It's (just) our trademark. tion year free of budget battles. not a favorable move for many Republicans, previously mentioned: Reps. Charlie Dent, We want the customer to feel comfortable, a bit The bill passed by a vote of 221 to 201. One- it was a smart move – in the public eye at the Mike Fitzpatrick, and Pat Meehan. like he's at home." [The Local (Paris), 12-18-2013] hundred-and-ninety-three Democrats and 28 very least. This decision staves off what would Republicans voted for the bill, while 199 Republi- have been another inevitable shutdown, pos- Questionable Judgments cans and 2 Democrats voted against it. sibly helps to shrink what’s been a great divide Interesting to note, though, is that three between the parties, and gives the constituents Nays: nteresting Life Ahead: From the birth register Pennsylvania Republicans – Reps. Charlie Dent, small hope that the two parties can work togeth- Of the ten other Republican members that Iof Elkhart (Ind.) General Hospital, reported by Mike Fitzpatrick, and Pat Meehan – supported er – ultimately providing a healthier outlook for voted against, among those ten only one, The Elkhart Truth, Jan. 19, 2014: "Tamekia Burks, the bill out of the 28 total GOP yeas. Of those us as a nation. Rep. Bill Shuster, is currently facing a pri- Elkhart, daughter (named La'Soulja Major three, Dent and Meehan will face no challenger mary challenger. Another three, Reps. Tom La'Pimp Burks, 6 lbs., 8 oz.), 3:20 p.m. Wednes- this year’s upcoming election, while Fitzpatrick Love? Hate? Agree? Disagree? I Marino, Tim Murphy and Keith Rothfus, day, Jan. 15, 2014." [Elkhart Truth, 1-19-2014] lacks a primary opponent. This suggests that want to hear from you. Email have Democratic opponents. Five incum- those Republicans who voted in support did it me at [email protected], bent Congressmen (Reps. Lou Barletta, Mike he makers of a product called Poo-Pourri because they felt it was the right thing to do – and follow me on Twitter @ Kelly, Scott Perry, Joseph Pitts and Glenn Tgarnered a "coveted" advertising award not because they wanted to win an election. rStyn. To follow this story or Thompson) are running completely unop- from USA Today in December as one of the five Keep in mind that the last time Congress comment, scan the QR code or posed. Finally, Rep. Jim Gerlach is retiring at worst ads of the year. Toilet users concerned passed a “clean” debt ceiling increase was in visit http://erirdr.com/5kpm9. the end of the year. about smell are encouraged to spray Poo-Pourri 2009 – when Democrats held the House. on the commode, pre-use, and in the television For those of you who may not be aware, this ad, a British-accented female sits on the throne, is a big deal. Remember when the government extolling the product. Opening line: "You would shutdown back in October – for oh, over two not believe the mother lode I just dropped." weeks? That was due much in part to our Re- (Nonetheless, USA Today still found two other publican counterparts not compromising – at ads that upset its editors more.) [USA Today, 12- least according to the polls. While blame can be 24-2013] placed on both groups for that debacle, the Re- publicans’ divisions on spending provoked the The Continuing Crisis ultimate shutdown. Aside from shutting down Her happiness the government, which was sad and pathetic he Power of Prayer: Nelson Thabo Modupe all on its own, the divide also weakened House Tthreatened a lawsuit in January against Speaker John Boehner’s negotiating position South Africa's Eskom electric utility unless the with President Barack Obama and Senate Ma- company paid him the equivalent of about $22.3 jority Leader Harry Reid, who stuck to their re- is in the bag. million for "saving" the firm that amount dur- fusal to consider conditions for raising the debt ing the weeks of the 2010 Soccer World Cup. limit. Modupe reasoned that he had joined the Zion In an effort to reposition Republications in a Christian Church just before the event and had positive light, Boehner promised enough votes prayed ("successfully") to God to spare the util- to get it to pass. While the majority of the Re- ity from blackouts and power reductions during publicans didn’t want to see this happen, time that period (which would have cost Eskom mil- was of the essence, and had they not accom- lions more). Modupe, open to negotiation, said plished this, it may have led to yet another criti- he would accept a partnership in the company cal failure of government. This choice definitely as a compromise. [Independent Online (Cape doesn’t please the Tea Party conservatives who Town), 1-24-2014] oppose any kind of increase in federal borrow- ing, but it may have been a necessary evil in or- the shops at the colony orld's Laziest Dog Sitter: Tyler Smith, 23, der to move forward. Wwas charged in December with violating And if you’re questioning how successful 2602 west 8th street the city animal care ordinance in Greenville, Boehner has been at achieving his stated goal of S.C., after a photograph was posted on Facebook reducing the deficit and controlling spending, (814) 833-5311 of his father's dog being lowered by rope from here’s a little perspective: In 2010, the year be- the second-story balcony of an apartment. Ac- fore Boehner was Speaker, the government had www.lescrago.com cording to the posting, it was time for the dog a $1.3 trillion deficit with a budget of $3.4 trillion to make a call of nature, but it was raining, and (25 percent of the gross domestic product). Last Smith preferred not to go downstairs with him. year, during his third year as Speaker, while the [Associated Press via Post and Courier (Charles- budget was still $3.4 trillion, this represented ton, S.C.), 12-17-2013] only 21 percent of the GDP – and the budget February 19, 2014 eriereader.com | Erie Reader | 5 And that was Ibiyinka Alao tours before Steadman BLOOM Collaborative. and the others took him further inside, up the stairs to see the public studio space where BLOOM – through mediums that transcend barriers of culture, language and class – grows arts in, of and for Erie, and invites everyone to partici- pate. "What's this?" Alao, always smiling in that wide- open space, asked of everything he came across – paintings, drawings, and mixed-media projects in various stages of completion, awaiting the next session with their makers. "I see...That's beautiful," he remarked repeatedly. Alao even saw something ("What's this?" he asked with interest) in a paint-covered scrap, apparently having been placed only to prevent a mess during some previous project. That he saw something there – art there – is tell- ing of the artist, of his intent, of his vision. And also of his reasons for thinking Erie, its arts, and its artists (especially those from the community- at-large) were worth a special trip from New York City. Through a routine, open schedule offering an array of low-cost, easy-access classes and work- Ryan Smith shops, BLOOM (formerly Center City Arts) "uses art as a healing tool, a wellness tool, a way to bring people together," Steadman told me. UN Art Ambassador Speaks at BLOOM Among other things and in direct keeping with its mission, BLOOM is now also the home of the Award-winning Nigerian Artist Returns to Erie Bhutanese Cultural Center for Erie, the city that houses more Bhutanese refugees than any other By: Ryan Smith city in the state of Pennsylvania. n Ibiyinka Alao's world, art – and color, its nonverbal, universal language – is everywhere. It's in every thing. Steadman said similarly, but on an international It is everything. scale, Alao "uses art to break down barriers in cul- ture and language." "I draw, paint, and write about whatever I'm able to find, feel, and sometimes understand," Alao, the award-winning And that works, Steadman said, because art and Nigerian artist, who serves as Arts Ambassador to the United Nations, says of his work — bold, bright, organic pieces the act of creating it – in all of its color, all of its Ithat speak of – and to, and through – themes of hope, peace, and love. language, all of its wonder – is truly universal. Big, lofty ideas and ideals, larger than himself. Larger than any one of us, as big as all of us, as all of everything. "That's true whether you're from Erie or Nige- ria," said Steadman. "I feel it is healthier to look out at the world fakeness, he carried a palpable sense of wonder, of ed Alao to revisit the Gem City, said as the ambas- through a window than through a mirror," Alao warmth, right with him when he walked into the sador arrived following a cold, snowy, hours-long Ryan Smith can be contacted at says. "Otherwise, all you see is yourself." BLOOM Collaborative's front doors during a two- drive on that recent Thursday afternoon. [email protected], and you When I first looked at Alao's smile-lined face, his day visit to Erie a couple of weeks ago. "It's beautiful," Alao said, looking around the can follow him on Twitter @Ryan- gladness-filled, bright-sparked eyes, I could sense "You're here, my friend. It seems like you've been East 26th Street arts center's lobby after he was SmithPlens. To follow this story or he really lives what he speaks. Gracious and im- on the road for days! Come on in," BLOOM Direc- greeted by the other creative minds that make up comment, scan the QR code or visit mediately honestly friendly, without any hint of tor and Erie-area artist Lee Steadman, who invit- the rest of BLOOM's staff. http://erirdr.com/1yxoq.

JUST TOYIN’ WITCHA By: B. Toy

6 | Erie Reader | eriereader.com February 19, 2014 when my eyeliner and lip liner were the same thing and my silver lipstick matched my mouth full of braces. I also had a brief encounter with painting my eyelids with nail polish! It would burn so bad but ended up looking really cool that I would just remind myself ‘beauty is pain.’ Luck- ily I grew out of that! Tell us about your journey into styling. I feel like I was born with it. I remember in fourth grade, I cut my best friend’s hair from the middle of her back up to her chin with con- struction paper scissors and her mom

I want to bring that big-city feeling to Erie. I want to offer a place where my clients can come and feel like celebrities.

didn’t get mad because it looked so cute! I went to school for as long as I could, I took every course available, and I still attend classes to this day. In this business, if you're not constantly learning what's new, you will fail. I work really hard, but I live for this stuff and I love making people look and feel beautiful. If you could be one beauty product, which would you chose? Mascara, be-

Leslie McAllister cause who doesn't love mascara?! Blow is your new endeavor, and looks like something your grand- Erie’s anticipated blow-dry bar. mother might own or something Ed- What are your plans? Blow-dry bars Street Fashionista ward Scissorhands might wear, then are huge in big cities, and I want to it’s probably in my closet. bring that big-city feeling to Erie. I Joey Mancuso Earliest memory of dressing up want to offer a place where my clients and putting on makeup? My mom can come and feel like celebrities. My By: Leslie McAllister has owned her own salon for 27 years, friends and I always say, "I wish there so throughout my entire life, the shop was a place we could go and just have ashion is a fantasy world – I don’t care how you spin it. We wake up every day and we was my second home. I remember someone get us ready," and that's ex- become someone different. That someone is however we interpret what we are feeling at watching my mom do her makeup actly what I'm doing. I feel as though that moment. The shy sovereign, the empowering empress, the chic Sheik – whichever hat every morning as a little girl and beg- teaming up with Pointe Foure, Erie’s we choose to put on, that is who we become. ging her to let me play with it. My newest vintage clothing boutique, FIsn’t that what makes dressing up so fun? The challenge is to not take it too seriously yet truly dad was always shocked at how well is essentially what this town needs. embrace it. I could do my own makeup, even as We are definitely raising the bar for For the ladies: try that boho-goddess headpiece with the amulet that hangs at your third eye. a little child. Erie and I couldn't be more excited to Girls, there is no reason to be afraid of sequins. Get sparkling; they can be for day or night. Those Who is your style guru? Lady Gaga show everyone what we have in store inspires me so much. I think she is for the future. fairytale dresses aren’t just for seven-year olds anymore; are you really going to let that three-foot, completely ahead of her time, and I five-year old out-dress you? Adorn yourself in flowing chiffon frocks of pale orchids, petals and love her fearlessness. If ever I have a Follow Joey and her style diary on Insta- mint. Join the princess party; embrace your inner Jasmine, Ariel, and Cinderella. Besides, they are big project approaching, I will watch gram @jmancuso22.Blow is on target to all very fantastic women with very special stories that make them unforgettable. a couple of her music videos and gain open in March, sharing space with Pointe Oh, and gents? Just provide the velvet pillow with the crystal shoes, the horse drawn carriage and this extra boost of creative energy. I Foure Vintage Boutique 1804 W. Eighth the palace far, far away. also pull a lot of makeup ideas from St. here? The future site of Blow, Erie’s first blow-dry bar. For those unfamiliar with a blow- Tim Burton movies, starting with W dry bar, this is a salon that shampoos and styles hair – no cuts or colors, just blow-drying Pee Wee's Big Adventure all the way to Find me out on the town and challenge and styling. Maybe the client is looking for a blow-out with a round brush or an updo for a classy Nightmare Before Christmas; there are yourself to get noticed by the Erie Reader! event. Joey Mancuso will also be doing makeup and eyelash extensions – fake lashes added to so many wonderful things happening Leslie McAllister can be contacted at LM- yours for a longer and fuller lash look. In short, Blow will be helping you to look your best for your that get my brain ready to compose. [email protected], and you can next formal event. Favorite decade? ‘70s. Anyone who follow her on Twit- knows me knows that I love my hip- ter @ShopJuJu. To Who? Joey Mancuso and personality. She is one to watch… ple say "you always look so different," pie headbands. I just love the whole follow this story or Why Joey? She is the consummate Erie’s it girl. and that is true in part due to the fact ‘70s flower child vibe and the flowy, comment, scan the princess, like Snow White incarnate. What We Want to Know: that my outfits for the day are gener- carefree approach to that style. QR code or visit Not to mention this kid is the full Describe your style. Unique, edgy, ally based on exactly how I am feeling. Most awkward fashion moment in http://erirdr.com/ package – beauty, brains, talent, style, and honest; I wear my emotions. Peo- Craziest item in your closet? If it your life? There was definitely a time ue2y1. February 19, 2014 eriereader.com | Erie Reader | 7 you used to thrive on making people feel awkward and they started to ex- pect it from you. BG: You know what, the thing right now is to go on stage and be myself af- ter so many years of being a character. AB: What’s that been like? How have people been reacting to that? BG: There’s an expectation, a little bit of nostalgia, but now I’m just there. I hope folks enjoy the show despite some expectations, but the cool thing about being around long enough is that a lot of the people that come to the shows weren’t even born when I was relevant, so it’s a fresh au- dience. AB: It’s interesting, because it seems like you get the two camps of people that know you: those that know your early work, like Police Academy and Hercules, and then the others that know you from your directorial du- ties. BG: It’s weird – they don’t intermin- gle too much. People at festivals will say, “Do you still do stand-up?” and the people at the comedy festivals say “You make movies?” It is strange. AB: Whenever I bring up your name, it seems like it’s a 50-50 split, where they recognize your character from the Snickers commercial, and others know you from God Bless America and World’s Greatest Dad. BG: The Snickers commercial defi- nitely didn’t help with people thinking that I am that guy. Robin [Williams] was concerned; he was like “You Contributed Photo know they’re going to ask you to do Bobcat Goldthwait returns to Erie to the voice.” I was like, for the money perform at Jr’s Last Laugh Feb. 20-22. they’re paying me, I will f—- a Snick- Bobcat Goldthwait's Second Act ers bar on camera. [Laughs] seems like I met a lot of the people AB: It was probably pretty nice to be A Q&A with famed actor, comedian, and director about Snickers, who voted for Sarah Palin. [Laughs] able to do that with Robin. Directing in Alaska, and His Upcoming Show at Jr’s Last Laugh AB: Yeah, it’s actually pretty nice BG: He’s a good pal, so it was really here, but it seems like a lot of the peo- nice. By: Alex Bieler ple in Erie are wintered out. AB: I remember reading this one BG: Oh yeah. I’m from Syracuse, so quote from a speech that you gave at t’s not uncommon to come across a celebrity who has reinvented himself or herself over the it’s really similar. a college about how you said that suc- course of a career, but for Bobcat Goldthwait, his transformation from absurdist comedian AB: I didn’t know you were origi- cess is for creeps and that you need to and screechy-voiced actor to indie film director wasn’t as much of a transformation as it was a nally from Syracuse. do what makes you happy and be nice life choice. In a recent Snickers commercial, the 51-year-old can be seen with his friend Robin BG: Yeah, yeah. to people. What I really like is that IWilliams, donning a scraggily wig and whipping out his trademark panicked shriek, a persona AB: That’s cool. I know you made you’re making all of these movies and that sticks with many Bobcat fans. However, if Goldthwait were to eat the proverbial Snickers your mark in Boston. it seems like you’re doing what you bar (“Eat a Snickers, you’re not yourself when you’re hungry”), you would find out he’s not the BG: When I was a kid in Syracuse, I love. angry young man with the vocal chord-destroying screech. Instead, he’s a relaxed director and did stand-up when I was 15 or 16 years BG: That’s the whole thing. It took screenwriter who has decided to work on his own terms. old with Tom Kenny, but then I moved me a long time to realize what I re- to Boston when I was 18 and did it ally wanted to do and enjoyed doing, What’s interesting about Bobcat’s edged. ing what makes you happy is the best full-time when I was there. and I’m pretty lucky, because a lot of career is that the two halves don’t Still, it’s hard to appreciate Bobcat choice you can make. AB: It was just a couple of years people don’t have a second act. They seem to come into contact much. without looking at his entire career, Alex Bieler: Hey Bob, how are you ago that you started to get back into spend the rest of their career being a Fans of his early stand-up and acting especially now that he’s recently doing? stand-up, right? nostalgia act or something. But I’ve work in movies like the Police Academy returned to stand-up comedy in a Bobcat Goldthwait: Okeydoke, how BG: Yeah, I stopped doing stand- got a lot of friends who have a simi- series, Scrooged, and Hot to Trot don’t much more subdued form than his about you? up when I was directing the Kimmel lar path. I work on Marc Maron’s TV often seem to converse about Gold- erratic, early-career shtick, including AB: Eh, can’t complain, it’s not too show, so I hadn’t done it for years, show directing for him, and Marc, thwait’s career with those that view an upcoming three-night, five show snowy. and now I spend my time directing with the podcast and his show, he him more as an edgy, accomplished stint from Thursday, Feb. 20 through BG: Yeah, it’s not Alabama. my own movies or working for other ended up finding out what he really writer and auteur, whose credits in- Saturday, Feb. 22 at Jr’s Last Laugh. AB: Where are you at right now? people, and at the same time I do likes doing and ended up pursuing it. clude World’s Greatest Dad and God I managed to catch up with Bobcat BG: I’m in Los Angeles, but I was stand-up. It keeps me off of reality AB: You do a fair bit of work with Bless America, as well as directorial over the phone after he returned from in Anchorage and Fairbanks [Alaska] shows is what I say. different comedians. You’ve got Marc turns for TV shows like Jimmy Kimmel Alaska, where he’s been working on this weekend. AB: You mentioned Tom Kenny, and Maron, Demitri Martin, and I saw Live and Chappelle’s Show, something his latest film Willow Creek, to chat AB: How was it up there? I remember a quote of his about how that you directed a recent special for that Goldthwait himself has acknowl- about his diverse career and how do- BG: Well, it’s really pretty, but it you lost interest in stand-up because Patton Oswalt. 8 | Erie Reader | eriereader.com February 19, 2014 Choose Excellence in Art Therapy.

The  rst 100% online Counseling/Art Therapy Master’s program in the country. Accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs, and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design. Now accepting students for Fall 2014.

gradschool.edinboro.edu | 888-845-2890

Presented by:

Calling All Erie Area Beer Lovers! Join the ECHS and the Brewerie for a night of local beer history. The evening will feature a special Brewerie pint of pre-prohibition era formula Koehler Beer, as well as appetizers, and truly exceptional Erie brewing archival images and collections from the ECHS holdings!

Wednesday, March 12 7:00-9:00 p.m. Brewerie at Union Station Tickets are $25 per person. Must be 21 years old. Reservations must be made for this event. 454-1813x24 February 19, 2014 eriereader.com | Erie Reader | 9 BG: I like working with comics be- and figure of what would make me was that I just wanted to go and visit way. I write it and later on I go “Oh, prepping for this interview was that cause I speak the shorthand and it’s happy.” there, so it gave me a chance to go up it would be great if such and such will you directed Jimmy Kimmel Live for just who I am and where I came from. AB: It’s like you had to find your there. do it.” I didn’t even know [Robin] was 267 episodes. AB: Do they seek you out, or how own voice by getting away from your AB: Yeah, when I heard you were up going to do [World’s Greatest Dad], be- BG: Actually, it’s more than that. It’s does that work? trademark voice, in a way. there I was thinking “Yeah, that’s not cause I had written it with somebody like 300-some or something like that, BG: Some of them are just friends. BG: Yeah, exactly. a place I expect people to be.” else kind of in mind. but IMDB is always a little screwy. It’s mostly done that way and not the AB: I was talking to Derek [J. Rudy BG: [Laughs] Yeah, I like to go every- AB: Alrighty. Have you been to Erie AB: So IMDB is a lying bastard? traditional way. I think it makes sense of Personal Publicity] about how where. before? BG: [Laughs] It’s a dirty, dirty, lying though, with me being behind the you’ve been working on your new AB: You mentioned the documen- BG: Yeah, I’ve played Jr’s before. bastard, yeah. camera for something like that. I’ve movie Willow Creek. I know it’s been tary, but is there anything else that AB: I thought so. I think I remember AB: Have you ever been approached been in front of the camera during showing around at some different you’ve been working on that’s inter- talking to [Dave Litz, Jr.] that you had by other hosts to do that? specials, so I kinda know what the guy festivals, but it hasn’t been there about 15 years BG: Yeah, I shot a pilot for Chris is looking for. been released yet? ago or something like Hardwick that was more of a talk AB: Yeah, I figured it would be nice BG: Yeah, it’ll be re- that. show. I do think that if I were to get that these comedians hold you in that leased at the beginning BG: Maybe I’ve played more into that kind of stuff, that’s a regard. I was talking to Louie Ander- of summer. It’ll have the it between that, but that full-time grind, so it would limit the son a week or so ago and we were same kind of release as It took me a long time was around the first time amount of movies I could make. talking about who else was going to my other movies, where I had been there, so I’ve AB: That’s true. That’s why you orig- come to Jr’s Last Laugh and I brought it’ll be in some theaters. to realize what I really played it at least twice inally left Kimmel. up your name and he said you were a AB: What’s interesting before. BG: Yeah, as much as I loved the job, “wonderful human being.” about Willow Creek is that AB: What do you re- it was just time for me to make more BG: [Laughs] I know, I try to crush with a lot of your mov- wanted to do and member from your time stuff of my own. I just keep doing it out of him. I think he’s pretty awe- ies, I usually don’t know at Jr’s? stuff that interests me and just keep some too, so it’s a mutual admiration what to expect, but I nev- BG: I remember it was having fun. kind of thing. er would have expected enjoyed doing, and I’m packed and I remember I AB: Excellent, well we look forward AB: Yeah, it’s kind of cool, because a movie about Bigfoot, was freezing in the room to having you. it goes back to that speech you made which is kind of perfect, pretty lucky, because where they stored beer. I BG: Thanks, man. Hopefully by – “do what makes you happy and be in a way. also feel like Billy Blanks then it won’t be so cold, but I think nice” – and it seems like you’re hitting BG: That’s the thing: is from there, am I right? [Laughs] it’s going to be about as cold on both of those. I just chase after things a lot of people don’t AB: Yeah, Billy Blanks, as Anchorage was. BG: Well, unfortunately I’m sure that interest me and then Pat Monahan from AB: We’ll see. It’s not even the cold that there are people who say “I know the byproduct is that Train, I know Trent so much as when the city doesn’t even him and he’s kind of an A-hole,” but folks just aren’t sure what have a second act. Reznor from Nine Inch plow. So it goes. it took me years of being an angry I’m going to do, which is Nails is from somewhere BG: Well, I look forward to it. I’ll see young man to realize that I didn’t funny. I’m about to start south of here. you then. want to be an angry, middle-aged a [documentary] on a friend of mine, esting you? BG: Wow. AB: Alright. Hopefully, I won’t get man or even older. It’s cute when which just interests me. It is about BG: I’ve finished a few more screen- AB: Yeah, typically it’s a lot of people stuck along the way. you’re young and it’s cute when you’re as far away from a horror-suspense plays, so I always try to go out and that are from here and then they don’t BG: [Laughs] Alright, thanks a lot. old, but when you’re in the middle and movie as you can get, but these are the get those going. The doc will keep me talk about it too much. you’re angry, it’s not cute. You’re just a things that I just keep pursuing. busy, but then I’ll hopefully start mak- BG: [Laughs] Well, I proudly own Alex Bieler can be contacted at aBieler@ jerk [Laughs.] AB: What got you first interested in ing another movie more along the my central New York heritage. ErieReader.com, and you can follow him AB: Was there a specific time of Bigfoot? Was it something that’s been lines of World’s Greatest Dad. AB: So, what made you want to on Twitter @ when you noticed a change, where going through your whole life? AB: I know you’re friends with Rob- come back to Erie? Catch20Q. To follow you just needed to stop this stuff? BG: Oh yeah, ever since I was a little in Williams, so do you typically write BG: I like doing stand-up, and it’s a this story or com- BG: It was just about 15 years ago or kid, I was totally obsessed with Big- roles for certain people, or does that good club, so that’s all it takes. ment, scan the QR so, and I was like “none of this stuff foot and any cryptozoology. As a little start to come later. AB: Simple enough. One thing I code or visit http:// is making me happy, I need to change boy, I was really into it, so part of it BG: No, I usually do it the other didn’t realize about you until I started erirdr.com/55no8. ADVERTISE W I T H U S

Email [email protected] for more information.

10 | Erie Reader | eriereader.com February 19, 2014 Applied Images runs through Feb. holds dear, which we as viewers graphics programs to manipulate 25 at Glass Growers Gallery. should see and know more intimately. them in intriguing ways. She has Flowers and fish have long been sta- made these photographs fresh and write discriminating, raw, and soul- ples of her symbolism, but her recent innovative, a difficult feat to accom- crushing reviews more often... travels with her sister have opened up plish in the overcrowded field of art Not today though! Here, I picked a new avenues of expression. Arizona’s photography. show I knew I would like because I deserts and ancient adobe churches Fran is also presenting us with am intimately familiar with the work have given her new devices to feature subjects that hold meaning: Church of one of the artists. So unfortunately in her work. She fell in love with The buildings, statuary, stained glass for you, you will just have to wait White Dove of The Desert Church windows, but somehow the deeper for an angry rant about how cynical near Tucson, where the power of symbolism has been stripped away in and corporatized the art world has the icons for the parishioners had favor of a more pure design aesthetic. become for another day. Today, you a profound effect on her. One large Sacred objects presented more as get to read good things about good photomontage, By Your Cross and architecture or swaths of color. It’s people. If this is not your cup of tea, Resurrection, features that Church’s interesting to compare the way the stop reading now and go peruse the crucifix. You can see where the paint two sisters present similar themes. elegant discourse in the comments has worn away on Christ’s legs where Despite the similar bright colors and section of your favorite YouTube vid- thousands upon thousands of hands subjects (many of these photographs eo. There, you will surely find some have touched this sacred relic. are from the same locations), the vi- entertaining feedback more to your One of Mary’s motivations for show- sion presented to us as viewers from tastes. ing us the beauty of sacred objects in the two artists seem far removed In the spirit of honest journalistic a new light is to bring us deeper into a from one another. Perhaps it is the disclosure, you should be aware that personal understanding of those ob- digital manipulation that strips some I knew I would like Mary Rosiak’s jects. She also includes as her subject of the intimacy from Fran’s photo- show at Glass Grower’s Gallery be- matter old rusty trucks, rag dolls, and graphs. But perhaps instead it is her cause she’s my former high school art other trappings of life that have a his- uncluttered composition and strong teacher. She’s also been a good friend tory and probably meant the world to contrast. These images can be per- and mentor to me since those days. the people who owned them for how- ceived and understood at a glance. I’ve been following her career for ever long that interconnection lasted. If you feel that this review really thirty years, so I knew what to expect It’s refreshing to see Mary creating didn’t take the artists to task, or was before I walked in the door. In fact, on a regular basis again. For years too “nice,” take heart! I shall try with I was present during the creation of her teaching took up most of her all dispatch to find a train-wreck of a Contributed Photo one of her pieces, a three-dimension- studio time. The art she was making show to pan for my next review! al shadow-box collage featuring bold during her long career centered on In the meantime, a couple of fine vi- photographs of flowers called Run for techniques she would be bringing to sionaries are deserving of your time. An Art Review for Friends the Roses that she started at a dem- the students in her classroom. It is Personally, (and yes, it is personal) I onstration on collage techniques she difficult to create a unified body of can’t wait to see what the Rosiak sis- By: Pen Ealain was giving one evening. work when you are teaching every- ters have in store now that they are ince taking over as the art critic of the Reader, I’ve A lot of the gallery at Glass Growers thing from high school ceramics to both retired from education and can in filled with similar images: Behind college printmaking. During the past devote even more time to their art. gotten many comments and suggestions on my writing. the glass (but often in front of the 25 years, her work has shown up as Critiquing the critic is a time-honored tradition. One mats) are meticulously cut out and individual pastel drawings or photo- Mary J. & Frances R. Rosiak - Applied thing I’ve noticed from all the feedback: people love a placed iconography, arranged with montages regularly in group shows, Images is currently on display at Glass Sreview that doesn’t pull any punches. They want me to tell it like depth in mind. The arrangement of but rarely has a collection of her art Growers Gallery, which is located at 10 E. it is, even if that means shredding the egos of an artist or two. elements within the enclosing frame been consolidated in one place. Fifth St., from Jan. 10 to Feb. 25. Hours The people who read The Reader want their journalism to be is always structured to lead you into The rest of the rotating show space are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. brutally honest. They are tired of the puff pieces from reviewers and back through the space. After at Glass Growers is dedicated to the until 5 p.m., and Sunday noon until 4 that spout nothing but happy banal marketing platitudes. teaching the principles of design to photography of Fran Rosiak, Mary’s p.m. I’m cool with that. Far be it from me to critique the critics of thousands of students, Mary has be- sister and best friend. Fran has also my criticism. I was never good at marketing anyway – just ask come a master of composition. She been a teacher all her adult life, but Pen Ealain can be contacted at PenE- the guys at the ad agency I used to work for. uses this to great effect to call the in the realm of science rather than alain@ErieReader. viewer’s attention to the important art. She is fairly new to the creative com. To follow this But being derogatory is generally I’d rather recommend that you go see objects she has photographed to be process, but inexperience does not story or comment, not my nature. There have been shows a show than not go see a show. But the centerpieces of each composition. appear to have hampered her vision. scan the QR code or in Erie that I have avoided reviewing you, my readers, deserve to get what The subjects we see in these con- Her photographs are well-composed visit http://erirdr. because I don’t want to seem caustic. you want sometimes, so I pledge to structions are symbols that Mary and original. She has used several com/odv1b.

February 19, 2014 eriereader.com | Erie Reader | 11 We February 19 - March 4 If WERE wed 2.19 Erie Chamber at the Taylor Little Theatre. Orchestra Presents: When: 2 p.m. JES Presents Harbor Place: Where: 501 E. 38th St. An Exciting New Vision Bach to Bloch Contact: 824.3000 for Erie’s Bayfront Friday, Feb. 7 We are all familiar with Harbor Place — refer to mon 2.24 our last issue — but in case you’re not, Harbor he violin is a deep-rooted, sto- Place is a $150 million development proposal T ried instrument, with over 500 State Champs come to Edinboro that, if approved, will change the face of our years of history behind its strings. Up and coming Albany, NY pop-punk band State Bayfront as we know it. The Jefferson Educa- Since its origin, hundreds of com- Champs are in town tonight, and you're invited. tional Society will bring in project designer posers and musicians have used After releasing The Finer Things last October, Brian Weber to present the pros and cons of the the violin to contribute to a grand they've been touring extensively and making plan as well as a look at what could be our new musical tradition, and even today, quite a name for themselves. Also on the bill are bayfront. Tickets are just $10 per person. pieces of music that predate the NYC's Candy Hearts and Edinboro's own Mal- When: 7 to 8:30 p.m. birth of our nation are still played, lory Run. It's going to be a night of pure punk Where: 3207 State St. sometimes on violins that are also enjoyment, don't miss out. Doors open at 5:00, Contact: 459.8000 older than our country. music starts at 6:00, advance tickets are $12. Still, even the oldest institutions When: 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. thurs 2.20 need new generations to carry on Where: Edinboro Events Center their legacy, vessels to turn the Contact: 814.434.0687 Fuddle with Gnosis notes on a sheet into an audible Two forces of musical fusion team up for a night experience for audiences as older of genre-bending music this Thursday at Sher- performers retire from the art. tues 2.25 lock’s. Erie’s Fudd and Edinboro’s Gnosis fea- Luckily for us, the current state of ture a group of people ready to experiment with the violin is in capable hands with Black Mask, Old Fears, Starve, their instruments for new and exciting tunes, all Rachel Barton Pine and Ade Wil- Frinck51 The Teeth, and Spud Dog while throwing a rocking dance party, a prime liams. If you’re looking for an excuse to go bang your way to celebrate before the weekend. Both Pine and Williams will join the Erie Chamber Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21 at First head to some thundering riffs, then Basement When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Presbyterian Church of the Covenant for Bach to Bloch, a musical journey featuring the works of Transmissions is your place. The State Street Where: 508 State St. Handel, Bach, Schnittke, and Bloch. Pine, at just 39, has earned high praise throughout her career venue is hosting a night of hardcore, with Punx- Contact: 453.7760 since she debuted with the Chicago String Ensemble at the age of 7. Now it’s Williams who is sutawney metal-punk outfit Black Mask leading busting through the musical ranks, a past winner of the Sphinx Competition for young Black and the way. Add in Blue Pike Award winners Starve Concealed | Revealed Latino string players in 2012 and an up-and-coming violin sensation at the age of 16. and nominee Spud Dog, and you’re in for a A one woman art show by Jodi Staniunas Hop- “It’s exciting to see a talented young violinist blossoming and continuing our grand tradition,” thunderous night. per. The exhibition will feature a number of Pine says of Williams. “There’s something really special about her. She just moves people in a way When: 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Luchadora Masks and their respective imagery, that you can’t teach, where they just have it or they don’t, and she has it in spades.” Where: 1501 State St. altered wedding wear, and carnival style show The two virtuosos will share the stage, performing together for the first time with an orchestra, Contact: [email protected] posters relating to the many roles of women. treating the crowd to concerti by Bach and Schnittke, with the latter composer’s piece a more Artist talk will be held at 6 p.m. in Zurn 114 modern work that Pine described as “off the wall” but still accessible and creative. While they’ll wed 2.26 (down the hall from the Gallery). be playing a couple of school assemblies before the Friday concert, Pine said that she’d like to see When: 6 to 9 p.m. some younger people in the crowd for their performance with the Chamber Orchestra. Make Up Something Networking Where: Mercyhurst University “I hope that there will also be kids in the audience, because there’s nothing more inspiring to a presents: Speed Networking Cummings Gallery, 501 E. 38th St. young person than seeing a slightly-older young person doing such a great job, because then they Have a great idea for a business you’d like to Contact: 824.2092 can feel like they can do it too,” Pine says. launch? Already have a business and want to It doesn’t matter what age you are, because anyone can enjoy Bach to Bloch. Plus, you never take it to the next level? Like donating to char- fri 2.21 know who else will be inspired to help carry on a musical legacy on a night where an old tradition ity? Like craft beer? If you answered yes to any is celebrated by a younger generation. – Alex Bieler of those questions — and we think you did — Eric Brewer & Friends: Eric then Speed Networking is for you. Featuring and Ralphie Birthday Bash to sip warm beverages by the cozy fire pits or tional experience for a one-of-a-kind show, internationally-renowned speaker Lisa Kelley, While plenty of people would be expecting to re- stay warm in our heated tents. Attendees must so don’t miss your chance to see this unique this event is aimed to help you grow your busi- ceive something on their birthday, Eric Brewer be 21 years of age or older. Tickets are $60 per event. ness through the power of networking. With a and Ralph Reitinger III will be in more of a giv- person/ $100 per couple (includes 3 free drink When: 9:30 p.m. cash bar, hors d’oeuvres, and music — all in the ing mood. The two will putting on a show with tickets) Where: 1108 Liberty St. history Brewerie at Union Station — this is a the rest of local jamsters Eric Brewer & Friends When: 6 to 9 p.m. Contact: 454.4753 Wednesday night that can be a game-changer for a birthday bash at the crooked i, so treat Where: Erie Maritime Museum for you and your big idea. yourself to a musical present from the boys. Outdoor Plaza, 150 E. Front St. sun 2.23 When: Doors open at 5 p.m.; When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Contact: 452.2744 presentation begins at 5:30 p.m. Where: 1013 State St. Mercyhurst Classic Film Series Where: 123 W. 14th St. Contact: facebook.com/thecrookedierie sat 2.22 Presents Rear Window Contact: MakeUpSomething.com Wintertime at the Maritime Rear Window is a 1954 movie that is considered It’s time to embrace Erie’s long winter – so Triage Unit by many critics to be one of Alfred Hitchcock’s thurs 2.27 join the Flagship Niagara for a unique outdoor Where a lot of bands have set lists, Triage best works. Starring James Stewart and Grace experience. Guests will enjoy a vodka bar, hot Unit deals with starting points. The experi- Kelly, this thriller tells the story of a man who, Edinboro Film Series presents toddies, hors d'oeuvres, live music, raffles, curl- mental musical collective continues it’s on- after breaking his leg, spends his time recuper- The House I Live In ing competition, funky winter hat contest and going experiment at The Beer Mug, where ating by spying on his neighbor, unintentionally Once upon a time, President Nixon declared a much more. Be sure to bundle up and get ready the band will be providing an improvisa- unraveling a sinister mystery. Tickets are just $1 war on drugs, claiming they are public enemy 12 | Erie Reader | eriereader.com February 19, 2014 Driving in a winter wonderland.

Cam El-Farouki, Agent Wishing you a safe and joyous holiday. 3319 W 26th Street Erie, PA 16506 Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.® Bus: 814-833-6663 www.teamerie.com

0901012.1 State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, State Farm Indemnity Company, Bloomington, IL UKWanderer 16th Annual Barstool Open Saturday, Feb 22

part from investing in a bunch of neon-colored balls and converting a snowmobile into a cart, AErieites don’t get too many good chances to get a round of golf in during the winter. Excuses to consume liquid libations, however, are acceptable all year round – and the 16th Annual Barstool Open gives you a chance to combine both golf and grog. The sporting tradition returns to Erie Saturday, Feb. 22, with 18 holes of mini golf goodness scattered across several State Street locations. Compete alone or team up with three fun-loving friends to show off your putting prowess. Even if your golf game isn’t so hot, there are still prizes to be won, as special gifts will be given out as part of a costume contest for the most cleverly coiffed competitors. The Barstool Open kicks off at 10 a.m., so make sure to pick up your scorecard between 7 and 10 a.m. to be properly prepped for a day of putt-putt and partying. Call 454.9113 ext. 226 to reserve your spot in one of Erie’s favorite February events. – Alex Bieler

No. 1. Forty years, 45 million arrests, and $1 tril- lion later, our nation’s longest war is still raging. fri 2.28 The House I Live In documents life-changing sto- ries of drug victims from more than 20 states, MIAC presents Happiness from the abuser to the dealer and all connec- Beyond Words III tions in between. Admission is $5. The Mercyhurst Ballet Theatre with SoMar When: 8:30 p.m. Dance Works performs Beyond Words III to Where: 217 Meadville St., Edinboro benefit SafeNet. This preview performance is Contact: events.edinboro.edu just $15.50 and features choreography by Mark Darius Rucker, Eli Young Band & and Solveig Santillano, Lesley Bories-Scalise, David Nail “True Believers” Tour James Clouser, Michael Gleason, and Tauna Arguably one of the most applauded singles of Hunter. Visit the Mary D’Angelo Performing the year, “Wagon Wheel” has helped this plati- Arts Center to support SafeNet and experience num-selling entertainer earn multiple nomina- the talent of Mercyhurst dance students. tions from the CMA and ACA Awards. Fans of When: 4:30 p.m. his third chart-topping country album, True Where: 501 E. 38th St. Believers, can now catch Rucker, featuring the Contact: 824.3000

Eli Young Band with special guest David Nail. Agatha Christie's A KING’S ROOK When: 7:30 p.m. Murder Is Announced KINGCLUB’S ROOK Where: Erie Insurance Arena, 809 French St. An announcement in the local paper states the Contact: 452.4857 time and place when a murder is to occur in FREE! Pool, Shuffle Board & Games! Mister F Miss Blacklock's Victorian house. The victim is PUB IS Who is Mister F? Is it a British secret agent? A not one of the house's several occupants, but mysterious mole? Someone who’s last name an unexpected and unknown visitor. What Food, No Cover, Drink Specials, Private Parties! starts with the letter F? No, Mister F is actually follows is a classic Christie puzzle of mixed LIVE MUSIC WED-THURS 5:00-10:00 OPEN four stellar musicians that teamed together to motives, concealed identities, and a second London Underground 2/21 FRIDAY 4:00-MIDNIGHT CHECK WEBSITE make high energy tunes that will keep you danc- death. Dom & Tonya 2/22 SATURDAY 12:00-MIDNIGHT FOR DE ing all night. Luckily for Erie, their next mission When: 7:30 p.m. Fri/Sat @ TAILS Matt Texter 2/28 is to entertain the crowd at the crooked i, so Where: All An Act Theatre at Columbus 9:30pm head down to State Street to greet the guys with Square, 652 W. 17th St. Potwhole 3/1 DELICIOUS DRAFTS • FOOD • MERCH Contact: www.allanact.net a cheer. 1921 Peach St | Erie, PA 16512 GROWLER FILLS • CANS & BOTTLES When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Junius with guests A Storm [email protected] | 814.456.6439 Where: 1013 State St. of Light and Starve www.facebook.com/kingsrookclub WWW.LAVERYBREWING.COM Contact: facebook.com/thecrookedierie Open Fri/Sat 8pm | Members and Guests Only It’s not often that the words “brutality” and 128 WEST 12th STREET, UNIT 101 February 19, 2014 eriereader.com | Erie Reader | 13 BDS2006

One Night in Hollywood – Sunday, March 2 ovies have a magical ability to transport you to different places and times, destinations dis- Mplayed over glowing rectangles as big as a wall or as small as a note pad. In 2013, some of the best films took us to very different locations, from Her’s lonely Los Angeles to the frightening depths of outer space in Gravity. Soon the Academy Awards will honor some of the best movies of the past year, and The Film So- ciety of Northwestern Pennsylvania is hoping to transport you from Erie to Hollywood for Oscar night without ever leaving The Gem City. One Night in Hollywood brings the excitement of the Academy Awards to the Erie Art Museum starting at 7 p.m. Sunday, March 2, with formally dressed guests treated to hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, potential prizes, and, of course, the Oscars ceremony shown on a giant projection screen. Purchasing VIP tickets treats you to even more Academy rewards, with early entrance allowed at 6 p.m., preferred seating, a VIP-only lounge with DJ NatasK, and five free drinks. Whether the Academy Awards are all about Steve McQueen and his film 12 Years a Slave or some- one experiences a Dallas Buyer’s snub, make sure you do it in style at One Night in Hollywood. Tickets for One Night in Hollywood can be purchased at brownpapertickets.cpm/event/553410 for $45 a piece or $85 for two. VIP passes are available for $100. – Alex Bieler

“beauty” are used to describe the same band, tells the story of three lifelong friends, forced to but after you listen to Junius, it starts to make choose between their dreams and the safety of sense. The atmospheric metal band from Bos- suburbia. Their quest for true meaning in a post ton will be bringing the beautiful brutality to 9/11 world leads them on the most exhilarating the- the crooked i, sweeping the crowd away with atrical journey of the season. Based on Green Day’s shoegaze-influenced hard rock. Grammy Award-winning multi-platinum album, When: 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. American Idiot, boldly takes the American musical Where: 1013 State St. where it’s never gone before. Contact: facebook.com/thecrookedierie When: 7:30 p.m. Where: Warner Theatre, 811 State St. sat 3.1 Contact: 452.4857 Edinboro Laugh/Riot sun 3.2 presents The Bacchae This ancient Greek mythological tragedy writ- Langer Film Series presents ten by Athenian playwright Euripides tells the We Steal Secrets tale of King Pentheus of Thebes and his mother, This documentary revolves around the marvel that is who are both punished by god of the grape har- WikiLeaks, a nonprofit media organization launched in vest and ecstasy, Dionysus — Pentheus’ cousin 2007 that publishes classified information, often con- — for their refusal to show reverence to him. cerning government and military procedures, by anony- Tickets are just $10. mous sources. Of course, this met with both praise and When: 7:30 p.m. outcry: praise for inventiveness of the site and outcry for Where: 217 Meadville St., Edinboro putting lives at risk. We Steal Secrets tells an inside-story Contact: 732.2518 of WikiLeaks and how it came to be. Tickets are just $6. American Idiot When: 2 p.m. This two-time Tony Award winning hit musical Where: 501 E. 38th St. Contact: 824.3000 14 | Erie Reader | eriereader.com February 19, 2014 oscar

Thu. Feb. 20 Fuddled & Gnosis

Fri. Feb. 21 French Kiss

Sat. Feb. 22 I-90s

The Box Presents: March 2, 2014 Thu. Feb. 27 Fusion Night 7 pm • Erie Art Museum Fri. Feb. 28 New Wave Nation 6 pm early vip access 508 State Street 18-20 North Park Row 814-453-7760 Full Service Bar Hors d’Oeuvres Silent Auction & Prizes Exclusive VIP Benefits

for tickets Tickets are Limited! $45 single • $85 couple • $100 VIP filmsocietynwpa.org Erie Art Museum Pointe Foure Vintage Boutique PARTY A Film Society of NWPA Event February 19, 2014 eriereader.com | Erie Reader | 15 Music Reviews

Sun Kil Moon UPCOMING EVENTS Benji Caldo Verde Records

It seems that Mark Kozelek is beginning to accept that he’s a pretty melancholy guy. “For 46 years now, I cannot break the spell / I’ll carry it throughout my life and probably carry it to hell” he sings FLUX CAPACITOR on his latest album Benji, his trademark baritone sounding as wounded as ever. There are plenty of reasons to be sad, as Kozelek reflects on the deaths of people close to him and of those far away over FEB 20 // THURSDAY @ 10:00 the course of 11 gut-wrenching, beautifully picked tracks, but instead of somber stories on fictitious characters, his tales feature stream-of-consciousness musings of real events. Still, while Kozelek is beginning to ponder his own mortality as well as those close to him, there’s a lightness behind the dark, a eulogy to those he loved on tracks like the stunning “Micheline.” Benji may be an album ob- ERIC BREWER AND FRIENDS sessed with death, but it’s a beautiful ode to life and the people you experience it with. - Alex Bieler Lost in the Trees BREWER AND RALPHIE BIRTHDAY BASH Past Life

FEB 21 // FRIDAY @ 10:00 Anti-

Back in 2012, Ari Picker impressed critics with A Church that Fits Our Needs, a gorgeous and personal album dealing with the suicide of the Lost in the Trees frontman’s mother. Two years later, the North Carolina band has changed, trimming down from a sextet to a four piece and trading in SUNDAY SOUND the swells of strings and more orchestral fare for electric guitars and synths, but the grandiosity that Picker and company became known for is still a major part of Past Life, Lost in the Trees’ latest FEB 22 // SATURDAY @ 10:00 album. While the arrangements are stripped down compared to past tracks, songs like “Daunting Friend” and “Excos” maintain a cinematic feel, buoyed by Picker’s golden tenor, an emotive beacon that floats along with each note. The shift to a more electric influence may be a bit of a shock to Lost in the Trees fans, but the band pulls it off on Past Life. - Alex Bieler

The Heliotropes MISTER F On the Outside Independent WITH SPECIAL GUESTS WONDER AND FURY FEB 27 // THURSDAY @ 10:00 While The Heliotropes may have titled the local band’s latest album On the Outside, it may be fairer to say that the new 12-track set is more of an invitation inside the mind of Katie Chriest and Sheldon Peterson. The duo, along with bassist David Blaetz and violinist Abby Badach, excel at creating introspective, jazz-tinged folk songs anchored by Chriest’s emotive vocals, especially on JUNIUS the gentle “Easy Not to Notice.” Peterson’s excellent picking skills are on display throughout the album, notably during the extended intro of “Eagle, Seagull, Pigeon,” which kicks off an impres- WITH SPECIAL GUESTS A STORM OF LIGHT STARVE & sive four-track stretch to close On the Outside. At times, the album starts to drag, as all but two tracks top the five-minute mark, causing songs like “Orion” and the title track to lose some luster FEB 28 // FRIDAY @ 10:00 toward the end of their runtimes. Still, fans of The Heliotropes will be pleased to hear the quartet’s latest efforts. - Alex Bieler

PERDITION Barlow/onewayness Barlow/onewayness Split 7” MARCH 1 // SATURDAY @ 10:00 Independent

On the split record between Barlow and onewayness, shoegaze shakes hands with experimental electronica and it’s anything but an awkward exchange. “Sun” – one of Barlow’s longer songs, near- ing the five-minute mark – features a surge of sound with fuzzed-out guitars and slamming drums upfront, leaving Ethan Oliva’s vocals hanging out in the background, even when he’s screaming behind a torrent of distorted layers. The hook – a slinky guitar riff – remains intoxicatingly pres- ent, creating a spacious yet full feeling. Master of spacious sounds – Adam Holquist, aka oneway- ness – layers spoken words from a CB radio – blips included – with ambient electronic swells and a haunting yet simple melody that becomes distressed as “Ghost Repeater” progresses. The stacking of sound upon sound creates a pleasant tension and anxiety that never really resolves but instead fades out. Both songs and sounds celebrate the spaciousness of a musical canvas so maybe it’s more of a musical high-five here than a humble handshake. - Ben Speggen 16 | Erie Reader | eriereader.com February 19, 2014 Tech Watch Sochi Problems Go Viral By: Abby Witham, Epic WebStudios

f you use any social media platform, you’ve likely already seen #SochiProblems. Every time I refresh my Twitter feed, I see something new about the 2014 Winter IOlympics being held this time Sochi, Russia. So if you’re like me and are following the Olympic updates, you’re likely seeing the barrage of posts about how mismanaged the event is more often than updates on the medal count. But if you haven’t seen the pictures of “dangerous water,” electrical fixtures hanging out of showers, or the hordes of stray dogs, on Twitter, just search @ SochiProblems, #Sochi, #Olympics… the list seems to be never-ending. Here’s the thing: social media is changing how we experience the Winter Olympics because it allows for fans to get an inside look at the

Ryan Smith event – in real time. As many now know, the organizers at Sochi were unprepared and conditions seem severely lacking, considering the $50 Tegan and Sara billion price tag the event came with. But at least some of those who are Sisters rock Allegheny College for the second spot of their latest tour. at Sochi to compete have managed to humorize the situation for us. One athlete, bobsledder Johnny By Ryan Smith Quinn, first got stuck in his bathroom when the door became jammed. The Olympian put his Olympic preparation to work by using his bobsled push training to break out, y all accounts (their own, too) Tegan and Sara – long-known and loved amongst loads of only to get stuck in an elevator just two days later. Quinn quickly became an Inter- hipsters and other cool cats for their close-to-the-bone, intimately-conversational brand net sensation by joining in on the hashtag #SochiProblems, which is still a trending Bof indie rock – have been floating their boat up and down distinctly more mainstream topic on Twitter. Quinn even got some shout outs from celebrities, including William channels these days. Shatner on Twitter. But why are we shocked about the conditions? Sochi was expected to be extrava- Erie Reader contributor and music wiseman Alex Bieler At 33, Tegan's and Sara's stuff, it seems, is still very much gant and well-managed, especially with those $50 million price tag that came with the put it right when he put it like this in his review of their the stuff of teens, and the teens I saw seemed to love it. event. CNBC reported, “the price tag for the Sochi Games? $50 billion, making Sochi seventh album, Heartthrob, early last year: The twin sisters No, I know they loved it. I mean, they said so. A lot. the most expensive games in history.” In fact, that’s more expensive than all other out of Canada, he said, have certainly veered into that "WE LOOOOVE YOOOOUUUU TEEGAAN!!!!," I heard Winter Olympics to date combined. "feared territory" that is radio- and dance-club-ready pop some kid up in the balcony scream, all heart-out. With that high of a budget, one would think that having a working door and clean – and sure, maybe that scares some of their older fans – I looked up toward the voice, and saw a group of kids, water would be a given. but, hey, they "shouldn't be scorned for the fun and acces- one of many clusters in their mid-teens or not much at all After media finally moved on from the security concerns and the accidental Olym- sible" music they've been making. older, a mixed bag of boys and girls. And they're way, way pic ring malfunction at the Opening Ceremony, there were hopes that maybe people It's a new sound that happens, Bieler said, when Tegan into it, with frantic-excited, faces like those crazy-made, would start focusing on the athletes and their sports. But then snow started to melt and Sara "meld their already-catchy indie-pop style with a blown-away kids on old footage of The Beatles perform- and turn to slush. Now athletes have been the ones voicing concerns about the condi- fair bit of ‘80s keyboards ... tracks that are more polished, ing. tion of the course, both on social media and through journalists, with the snowboard- but still true to [their] aesthetics. [It's a] natural evolution "I remember that," I thought as I looked up. That first- ing half pipe being one of the main concerns. of the duo." concert kind of feeling, that WOW-I-can't-even-handle-it American Hannah Teter, a two-time Olympic medalist told USA Today, “It is a little It felt that way, and sounded it, too, when Tegan and feeling you got at that first real, big show you went to as dangerous, I saw more people fall today than I have all season. It’s just dangerous Sara played one of their first concerts of the year – a big, a kid. because it’s crappy…” bright mix of all their indie-rock-power-pop-synth-wave For me as an awkward, mulleted, thick-spectacled high- Teter even took to Twitter about her concerns for the halfpipe, calling it the “sketch- sound – at Meadville's Allegheny College on Feb. 8. And schooler, that moment first came in 1995, when I made iest halfpipe finals” she’d seen in “a long time.” that night, most everyone inside the Allegheny Campus the hours-long pilgrimage from the backwoods of Kane to Shaun White, another two-time Olympics snowboarding champion had injured his Center's auditorium – a packed, veritable sea of true-blue see pop-metal wizard Ozzy Osbourne performing in Erie. wrist on the snowboard slopestyle course and decided to drop out of that competition fans with fresh-off-the-merch-table T-shirts – seemed And it was amazing. and focus on the halfpipe. White had also expressed concerns about how tough the right where they wanted to be. I feel blessed, truly, that I've not forgotten that feeling. conditions were, and it showed in White’s performance when he failed to medal in Before making the snowy trek out to the show, I came And real gratitude, too, that there have been so many, an event he won in the past two Olympics, placing fourth in the halfpipe competition. across an article on their album, Sainthood, in which Spin many more amazing sounds, sights and moments since Aside from the safety concerns and the tweeting, the 2014 Winter Olympics has bro- magazine wrote: "Tegan and Sara's music may no longer way back then. ken real ground, with twelve new events making their debut, including the ski half- be stuff of teens, but its strength remains in how much it For a lot of the kids, that first-time moment looked to be pipe (men’s and women’s), ski slopestyle (men’s and women’s), snowboard slopestyle feels like two people talking." coming from seeing Tegan and Sara playing at Allegheny (men’s and women’s), snowboard parallel slalom, women’s ski jumping, biathlon Now, I agree that Tegan and Sara's music does feel in- a couple of weekends back. mixed relay, a new figure skating team event, and luge team relay. deed like two people talking, and there's some strength in And from where I was watching, it looked amazing for The saddest part about #SochiProblems is how much it has taken away from these that, to be sure. Beyond that, they still, and always, con- them – the kind of thing they'll never forget. new events and the making of history with women competing in ski jumping for the verse a lot – signaturely warm, engaging little in-between In my book, and whether I'd call myself a fan or not, any first time – which is what should be getting the lion’s share of coverage. Instead, many chats. music that can do that for someone, anyone – no matter of the articles on athletes have been overshadowed by the missing doorknobs and And man, that crowd at Allegheny was hanging tight what sound it takes or makes – is something, and that “dangerous” water. onto every word. thing's always somehow good, and real, and true. With less than a week left in the games, let’s hope social media focuses on the ath- "We're very excited to be here," one of the sisters said letes and their performances. between one of their hyper-driven, mass-cheers-invoking Ryan Smith can be contacted at rSmith@ opening numbers. "We're counting [this] as our second ErieReader.com, and you can follow him Abby Witham can be contacted at [email protected]. To follow show of 2014 ... [and] you guys are already such an awe- on Twitter @RyanSmithPlens. To follow this story or comment, scan the QR code or visit http://erirdr.com/ some crowd." this story or comment, scan the QR code ban1q. But on Spin's other point, I've decided I have to differ: or visit http://erirdr.com/s9itc. February 19, 2014 eriereader.com | Erie Reader | 17 www

www www

PHOTOPALOOZA A weekend of PHOTOGRAPHY at the Erie Art Museum, for those who create it & those who just dig it. March 6th - 9th Meet & mingle with the world’s most acclaimed SIDENTS A RE architectural photographer Robert Polidori, whose work ARE RIE Y E is on view in the Museum’s Main Gallery. 12 B 1, ' , '1 '10 IN Dig into today’s most relevant photography issues W RO N A S I with local & NYC - based photographers. AR V YE OT ER 3 ED BEST CATER Explore the new photography exhibits, and bring the whole family for hands-on art making activities!

Visit erieartmuseum.org for a complete listing of all photography events throughout the weekend.

18 | Erie Reader | eriereader.com February 19, 2014 Outside Voices By: Jessica Courter

What was your favorite movie from the past year shown at FILM?

As the latest season gets underway, we spoke with a few fans of the popular downtown Wednesday night movie series.

Rainey Hokaj “The films at the Art Museum are always good, but In a World… was one of the best. It was witty and had a great story line. The actors were perfect and added the necessary elements to FEBRUARY 22 make the film what it was.” 7 PM | ERIE INSURANCE ARENA FEATURING:

Alisha Skalko “Blue is the Warmest Color was definitely one of my favorites of last season. It was a little KNICKS shocking, but it was refreshing to see a romance that disregarded the average boundaries of romantic dramas.” DUNK TEAM

Chris Arkwright “Of last season, my favorite movie was In a World… I like comedies, and it was kind of ironic in a way. It was interesting seeing her character develop from everyone not taking her seriously to her making it big time.”

Patrick Vincent “Of the several films I had seen last season, I would have to say Zero Dark Thirty had the most impact on me. I really like historical movies, and the hunt for Bin Laden definitely warranted a historical film.”

Jessica Courter can be contacted at [email protected]. To follow this story or comment, scan the QR code or visit http://erirdr.com/0m5yc /BAYHAWKSFANS @ERIEBAYHAWKS February 19, 2014 eriereader.com | Erie Reader | 19 ERIE’S EATS here in Erie. an flair. Featuring savory Gastropubs steal the spotlight of this Moe’s With friendly staff breads to pizza muffins, 1341 W. 26th St. // 456-0282 American Fusion 833 W. 38th St. // 520.6246 dishes like Creole shrimp show but their support- serving up fresh, made-to- there’s plenty of great grub and andouille sausage over Jeckyl & Hydes - Just like ing cast shouldn’t go unno- order southwest fare, Moe’s to pair with the endless flow Avanti’s If you’ve only Peggy’s Restaurant A grits, seared catfish served the title characters—wait, ticed. The Kim Chi is a is a great place for quality, of over 20 microbrews on Wings eaten breakfast at Avanti’s, landmark in the Liberty character—this gastropub with rice and beans and great place to start and any on-the-go Mexican food. tap. And with helpful servers Buffalo Wild Wings you are in for a big surprise. Plaza for a few decades now, fresh sauteed vegetables, seems bent on being two of the noodle choices make 2052 Edinboro Rd. who know their beer, this is Every Thursday, Friday, and Peggy’s serves up quick, and grilled Angus Rib Eye things at once—and that’s for good choices to contin- (Outside Millcreek Mall) a great place to come to try Fourteen original sauces and Saturday night, this daytime affordable meals and plen- steak. Deserts include grilled a good thing. While the ue on. With veggie-friendly 868.2121 the beers you’ve never had loads of televisions make diner changes over to a fine ty of room for conversa- pound cake served w/fresh seating area is small, which options and a staff happy to but have always wanted to. BWW a great place to meet tion. You can sit at the long dining establishment. Check glazed pineapple, ice cream makes for a cozy experience, serve you, Sushi and Asian Middle Eastern 333 State St. // 520.5419 friends for the big game. back often since the menu counter than spans nearly and rum sauce, and luscious the tastes are big and bold. Cuisine is a must. Full bar menu available. the entire restaurant, grab a Six Pack House of Beer changes weekly. BYOB lime layer cake. BYOB. 8 E. 10th St. // 456.0072 1014 State St. //455.0596 Casablanca From tradi- Interchange Road 1662 W. 8th St. // 456.3096 booth upfront, or get a table 1402 W. 10th St. // 454.0700 tional to modern reci- With an ever-changing line- (Across from Milcreek Mall) in the back. Aoyama Think it’s hard to pes, from strictly vegetari- up of brews on tap and cool- 868.9464 Summer House Café With 3512 Liberty St. // 866.3216 Indian find a daily sushi bar in Erie? er wall of six-packs to go, an meals to meals centered Odis 12 Award-winning an ever-changing menu and Chinese Find your way to Aoya- around a choice selection Six Pack also serves up some lots of fresh baked good- The Breakfast Place Low Raj Mahal – Offering ma for the hibachi expe- cheap eats to boot. wings and affordable sit- Golden Wok of fresh meat, Casablan- ies, this local favorite serves prices and big portions— Quality a wide variety of Indian rience combined with an down dining. Odis 12 ingredients, affordable pric- cuisine, both vegetarian and ca Grille looks to provide 847 Pitt. Ave. // 454.1989 features over 100 different breakfast and lunch daily just the way Erie likes it! The extensive sashimi and sushi something for everyone and stays open for dinner Cajun eggs are a must-try. es, and consistent service carnivore friendly, with an menu. You’ll have the choice U Pick 6 Beer Store Off flavors, including the crowd- make this Chinese restau- ever-popular lunch buffet. looking for a good Moroc- favorite “ugly cousin.” Thursday, Friday, and Satur- 2340 E. 38th St. // 825.2727 between hibachi-style seat- can meal—and the diversi- the downtown beaten path, day. BYOB rant stand out among the BYOB ing and the traditional sit- U Pick 6 takes pride in its 664 W. 26th St. // 452.6347 Panos Open late night with rest. ty’s a good thing too since revolving draft beer lineup. 2605 Washington Ave. // 5618 Peach St. // 838.1055 down dining experience, when it comes to Middle an attentive wait staff who 3202 Pitt. Ave. // 836.9657 With some quick eats and Greengarden Tavern 452.2500 will never let your coffee so your mood can do the East Mediterranean cuisine, Classic corner bar atmo- choosing for you. Reserva- Casablanca is it. Reserva- sandwiches sliced up right in 1201 Kitchen Featuring mug go empty. Try the Irish front of you, U Pick 6 draws sphere, great prices, excel- famous Greek omelet. Delicatessens tions are highly suggested. tions are recommended. lent wings. Honey-hot Latin/Asian-inspired food, Molly Brannigans you in for the beer and keeps - Got 970 Millcreek Mall // 868.7999 barbecue and cranch are this hip downtown spot 1504 W. 38th St. // 866.0517 Teresa’s Italian Deli a hankering for bangers and 2174 W. 8th St. // 452.4544 you for the conversation. is full of great art, and the Hibachi Palm Market and Deli standouts. Go Browns! Teresa’s Deli has been a mash? Have no idea what From flinging 7520 Peach St. // 866.2337 marble bar is a perfect place Sidewalk Cafe 1543 W. 8th St. // 454.3367 Tucked staple in Erie for over 60 the heck bangers and mash shrimp to slinging steak, This authentic Arabic to try their fresh sushi. With away on historic North is? Head to this authentic Hibachi combines dinner a menu that changes every years, and it’s no secret why. market and eatery offers Steakhouse Park Tavern – Known for Park Row, you’ll find one of Now in its third generation, Irish gastropub where you with the show without delicious, freshly prepared its wings, the Park Tavern four to six weeks, be sure to downtown’s popular break- can get your fill of Irish- service charges or ticket fees. check in often. the Theresa’s staff still makes food and baked goods for a Sensory 3 Next time you’re boasts a family-friendly fast and lunch places. the food fresh every day, fare and Irish drinks. From If you’re fine with sitting very reasonable price. The at Presque Isle Downs & smoke-free environment. 1201 State St. // 464.8989 beside your date instead of 26 N. Park Row // 455.0002 following the same scratch Jameson to Guinness, from market offers a wide variety Casino, take a break from Try some Herbies or crispy recipes used since 1949. Shepherd’s Pie to Purcell’s across from him or her, opt of exotic food and merchan- the table games and check Cajuns. Buffalo Cajun is American George’s With retro decor Fish and Chips, Molly Bran- for this straight-off the grill dise. out this bar and grille If also recommended. trimmed in red and black, 3201 Greengarden Blvd. // without time-to-chill dinner 864.5322 and 810 E. 38th St. // nigans brings the Irish pub you’re cashing in your chips 4205 E. Lake Road // 899.8661 lymouth avern experience. 2702 Parade St. P T An Erie George’s is known just as 459.1145 to downtown Erie. for fine dining, we bet on institution with great food much for looking like a retro 506 State St. // 453.7800 3000 W. 12th St. // 838.2495 being satisfied by a fine Picasso’s Sweet Treats and drink specials every diner as it is for the friendly With signature Pizza steak since Sensory 3 serves McGarrey’s Oakwood night of the week. safe and great grub. They’re panini-style sandwiches like Mediterranean up some of the best cuts in famous for their mashed the Lee Roslyn (Twinkie, Café Known for the award- Papa Joe’s With special- Mighty Fine Donuts If 1109 State St. // 453.6454 ty pizzas ranging from the area. you love donuts and are potatoes, but don’t get stuck ham, and cheese) and the winning Reuben, McGar- Petra Open since 2004, 8199 Perry Hwy // 866.8359 Pufferbelly Set in a on only that. Try the soups DaVinci (sausage, ravioli, rey’s believes in big portions Petra serves as Erie’s window “Vegan Demise” to “Chick- looking for something en Gorgonzola” and subs off the well-worn path to decommissioned firehouse, and sandwiches on for size and provolone), Picasso’s is of comfort food served up to the Eastern Mediterra- Colony Pub & Grille – the Pufferbelly is full of arti- too. a must-try. Great vegetarian hot and fresh. Although nean. The folks at Petra want that go by the names of Multiple fireplaces and three Dunkin’ Donuts and Krispy facts from Erie’s fire fight- options available. Irish in name, McGarrey’s “Enchanted Eggplant” and Kreme, this local gem is your 2614 Glenwood Park Avenue you to have “a unique culi- “Chuck Norris,” Papa Joe’s intimate dining rooms make ing past. // 455.0860 2060 Interchange Rd. also dishes out American nary experience.” And with the Colony a popular spot destination spot. Heralded 414 French St. // 454.1557 (Outside Millcreek Mall) and Italian cuisine so that Mediterranean-inspired brings more to the table for a romantic dinner. by locals as the best donuts Dominick’s Famous among 866.1183 you’re bound to find some- than any commercial pizza ever Calamari’s Extra-long bar, items on the menu you’re Erie’s late-night bar patrons thing satisfying. unlikely to find anywhere joint. And to boot, they 2670 W. 8 St. // 838.2162 2612 Parade St. // 455.6408 with a large outdoor patio who swear by this place as a Tickle’s Deli – This popu- serve up a mean falafel sand- 1624 W. 38th wSt. // 866.0552 else, this is a one of a kind Ricardo’s for those warm summer sure-fire hangover cure. wich—something that’s a Opened in 1943 Romolo Chocolates Tony lar deli features good pric- dining experience. by two brothers, Ricar- nights. 123 E. 12th St. // 456.6891 es and big, tasty sandwiches must. Stefanelli apprenticed with 3602 W. Lake Road // 838.7197 do’s serves up some of Erie’s 1317 State St. // 459.4276 including the famous “Big Italian 3826 W. Ridge Rd. // 835.3360 his family in the choco- Hyatt’s - Serving up break- finest steaks. Chef Peter late business for nearly 20 Freddy.” Call ahead if you Alto Cucina Chef Pat West and Cathy Merksi run fast and lunch standards for can because this downtown Mexican Valerio’s More than just years. Where’d that get him? Barbecue years and is a staple in the Rodgers mixes the old-world Pizza, Wings, and Subs! one of Erie’s choice restau- He’s one of only 26 master hotspot gets busy at lunch- with the exotic. Beautiful rants that’s known for its Three-B Saloon West Erie Plaza. El Toro Loco With a full Local Italian Restaurant & confectioners and he’s right Beer, time. décor, with an outdoor deck hand-cut, grain-fed western Bacon & Barbeque—the 928 W. Erie Plaza // 456.0102 bar and the best margaritas Pizzeria that has been serv- here in Erie. So for hand- 17 W. 4th St. // 455.5718 for the summer months. in town, there is something ing Erie County for over beef and delicious, mouth- made pieces of chocolate, be name says it all. Featuring watering ribs cooked outside slow-cooked brisket, ribs, Zodiac Dinor - Proudly Gerry’s 8th Street Deli 3531 W. Lake Road // 835.3900 for everyone. Enjoy a little 17 years. Offering a vari- sure to stop by Romolo’s— serving Erie since 2006, the From the world-class deli taste of Mexico right here in ety of Homemade Italian year-round. Hearty Ital- then boast to your out-of- and other down-home favor- Colao’s Authentic Italian, ian fare with casual feel of ites. If you behave yourself, Zodiac Dinor promises that to the homemade soups, fresh seafood, and a cozy, downtown Erie. Dinners, Seafood, Daily town friends about having a you’ll never walk away with Gerry’s offers everything 333 State St. // 454.5626 Lunch Specials, and Cater- fine dining make Ricardo’s master confectioner in your you may get a free slice of intimate setting. a must. bacon with your beer. hunger pangs or an empty you’d expect from a deli. ing Services. Check out city. wallet. From breakfast to But with sandwich names 2826 Plum St. // 866.9621 Latino’s With fresh ingre- our menus online at www. 2112 E. Lake Rd // 455.4947 732 W. 4th St. // 451.0007 dients and a commitment 1525 W. 8th St. // 452.1933 lunch to dinner to cater- like “Cluckmeister,” “Chive Mi Scuzi valeriospizzeria.com. With Southern Italian Victor’s –Located inside ing, Zodiac is serving up Turkey,” “Tongue Fu,” and cuisine with fresh, home- to serving up the authentic 3 convenient locations to Pulakos George P. Pula- Breakfast Mexican-cuisine experience, serve you, we’ll have you the Bel-Aire hotel, Victor’s kos opened his first choco- fresh, homemade dishes in “Breast of Times” just to made pasta. offers fine steak and seafood a vintage, throw-back atmo- name a few, you’re going to Latinos is the place to go for singing...Manga Italiano! late shop at 926 State St. in Summer House Cafe 2641 Myrtle St. // 454.4533 with drink specials every sphere. While the menu want to keep going back to more than just the average 2179 W. 32nd St. // 833-2979 1903. Over a hundred years Open from 8 a.m. to 2:30 Amici Ristorante With Tex-Mex experience. The night of the week. later, the fourth-generation- p.m. each day of the week, staples will never let you check out all of these one- and 1803 E. 38th St. 825-2693 down, give the specials a try of-a-kind sandwiches. Deli dinner hours from 5 to 9 place isn’t flashy, but with and 724 Powell 833-8884 // 2800 W. 8 St. // 833.1116 run chocolate shop is still the Summer House Cafe p.m. Fridays and Saturdays food this good, it doesn’t Catering Office// 866-3193 one of Erie’s favorite plac- serves up some of Erie’s for something new. hours run Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a takeout menu avail- have to be. Thai es for a wide selection of all more unique breakfast and 2516 State St. // 580.9627 Peninsula Pizzeria things chocolate—and other 2620 W. 8th St. // 836.8702 able Monday through Satur- 1315 Parade St. // 452.1966 lunch options. Their break- day, Amici Ristorante dishes Fresh, quality ingredients Khao Thai The only full- delicious snacks too. El Canelo With three loca- fast burrito is a must-try, but Brewpub out fresh food at affordable and friendly staff make time Thai restaurant in Erie. 2530 Parade St. be sure to check in for fresh French prices. From wings to pizza tions to serve the great- this new pizzeria a popu- Luckily, it’s fantastic! Try the Brewerie Erie’s only brew- daily specials. to fresh perch sandwich- er-Erie area, you’re never lar choice for pizza, subs, drunken noodles for a spicy Donut Connection - Just on-premise pub and eatery, Bertrand’s Bisttro A 2605 Washington Ave. // es and more, the menu more than a 15 minute drive and salads. Try the Oliver delight. Vegetarian friend- off the corner of Peach and 452.2500 the Brewerie is on a mission menu featuring local meats from all the chips and salsa Perry's Hazard if you're feel- ly. BYOB Liberty streets sits a fami- to, “Revitalize Downtown and vegetables and organ- has something for every- one. Call ahead one hour you can handle served up ing adventurous. ly-owned donut shop that’s Jo’s Brooklyn Bagels A Erie One Pint at a Time.” ic and Kosher ingredients with sizzling fajitas, hand- 36 N. Park Row // 454.4069 celebrating its Golden Anni- walk through the door says when possible. The crepes for takeout since food is 4115 W. Ridge Rd. // 838.8400 123 W. 14th St. // 454.2200 prepared fresh per order. wrapped enchiladas and versary this year. With the it all. Well, at least it’s speak- and award-winning wine burritos, and a whole lot Vegetarian “best coffee” in town and a ing to your noise. Inhale selection are more than 1518 Walnut St. // 455.0041 more. Don't be fooled by Suds and Grub wide selection of delicious Carribean Whole Foods Café deeply and breathe in those enough to encourage a trip the imitators.2709 Offer- hand-cut donuts, this is a aromas. Fresh bagels and U Pick 6 Tap House Great ing a wide variety of vegetar- Pineapple Eddie South- to France via downtown Japanese great place for a for a sweet coffee. What’s not to love W. 12th St. // 835.2290 and 4236 beer meets great food at the ian staples, including wraps, ern regional cuisine served Erie. Peach St. // 860.8187 and 4459 treat. Sushi and Asian Cuisine corner of Fourth and State sandwiches, soups, pizza, about that combination? A up with a bit of caribbe- 18 N. Park Row // 871.6477 Buffalo Rd. // 898.1531 little piece of Brooklyn right Fresh sushi and sashimi streets. From gourmet flat- and seasonal specialties. 3842 Liberty St. // 864.8702 20 | Erie Reader | eriereader.com February 19, 2014 Smart Food The Irish Rovers By: Helen Agresti Long Goodbye Tour oday, we’re seeing quinoa, agave, and honey in many healthy recipes and products on our store March 8, 8 p.m. T shelves, and they’ve become staples in the pantries of many health-conscious eaters. Simply put, quinoa is a powerhouse grain that cooks faster than brown rice and contains a higher percentage of nutrients per serving, and both agave and honey sweeten our favorite foods and bev- erages. But one of these two ingredients sweetens food by using just a small amount, while the Pre-Show Event: other sweetener has a distinct flavor and contains more health benefits. Cummings Art Gallery, 7 p.m. What is Quinoa, and what makes it a “Super Grain”? K.P. — Pittsburgh Enjoy traditional Celtic tunes uinoa (pronounced: keen-wah) is my favorite of all the grains. It tastes delicious warm or cold. from The Bangerzz and QIt contains all nine essential amino acids necessary for our body to build and repair muscle and tissue, which makes it a complete a seasonal stout from protein. Quinoa is gluten and choles- Lavery Brewing Company. Expect to sing along. terol free. Along with its high protein content, it’s super-grain packed with iron and fiber. Unlike rice and other grains, it miac.mercyhurst.edu cooks up in less than 15 minutes. Add 814-824-3000 a few tablespoons of olive oil, a pinch of sea salt, juice from a fresh lemon and you have a great base for a meal or snack. It stores nicely in an air- tight container for up to three days in the refrigerator. MIAC Start your day off with quinoa by adding egg whites, spinach, and feta. Mercyhurst Institute Perhaps you want something sweeter Blaring Media for Arts & Culture for breakfast? Have it with a little maple syrup and low-fat turkey sausage. And because it travels well, you can take quinoa to work and enjoy it as a salad for lunch. I like to dress it up with avocado, diced cucumber, chopped bell peppers, low-fat cheese, and grilled chicken. At our house, I serve it most often with dinner. In the fall and winter months, I typically serve it warm with shrimp or scallops. I like to improvise and toss in whatever vegetables I have in stock. If quinoa starts to get dry and sticks together, I sparingly add more olive oil or a marinade that compliments the other ingredients.

What’s better: Agave or Honey? N.M. — Erie e all know where honey comes from, Wbut what is agave? Agave nectar is a natural sweetener that comes from the blue agave plant, which is grown in the desert region of Mexico. Because it comes from a plant source, it’s very appealing to vegans. Agave nectar tastes one-and-a-half times sweeter than honey due to its higher fruc- tose content. But remember: fructose is known for increasing our risk for obesity and Type-2 Diabetes, so when using agave in recipes, it’s important to remember a little goes a long way compared to other sweeteners. It’s most commonly used to sweeten teas, smoothies, energy bars, and See Feb. 5th Issue for Solution various baked goods. I’ve used both agave and honey separately in our smoothie and healthy snack recipes. When agave and honey are compared per serving, their amount of calories, car-

bohydrates, and sugar, are almost identi- Wikimedia Commons cal. Honey, however, is more flavorful and nutrient dense. Honey also provides more antioxidants and minerals. This is why honey is my sweetener of choice. I try to create recipes that are nutritious and delicious. In my opinion, honey is both.

Helen Agresti is a Registered Dietitian and founder of Professional Nutrition Consult- ing, LLC. She’s ready to answer your questions about food trends, healthy eating, and all things food. You can contact her at [email protected], and follow her on Twitter @HelenAgresti To follow this story or comment, scan the QR code or visit http://erirdr. com/pbpdr. February 19, 2014 eriereader.com | Erie Reader | 21 HE THIRD ANNUAL playoff trail with a full head of steam. Erie Area Coaches Clinic 4. (5) EAST – Coach Matt Jones has his Tis slated for Saturday, Warriors playing great, too, and they March 8 at the Avalon Hotel. The are as athletic as any team around. clinic will feature over 10 hours 5. (4) FARRELL – Another team with of football instruction from the incredible athletes; it will take a good most successful college and high squad to stop the Steelers. ER Sports school mentors in the area. 6. (NR) OIL CITY – Let's give the Oil- Clinic directors include Matt ers some respect, as they have quietly Melle, Brad Orlando, and Aaron put together a solid team with some By: James R. LeCorchick Slocum. veteran players. The cost for the event is $40 7. (NR) – Cochranton – The Car- for an individual and $160 for dinals are another team flying under a staff. For more information, the radar, but we will see how they here do I start? contact Melle at 823.2471 or Or- compete in the playoffs. Erie has to lando at 873.6664. DROPPED OUT — Strong Vincent, be one of the Mercyhurst Prep

greatest towns Courtesy of the Michael Gallagher Files SUPER 7s forW a sports fan, as there is defi- Dane Fox celebrates his record-setting goal. Erie Skater Brings Home Trophy for nitely something for everyone, s the playoffs are upon Leadership and Passion for Hockey and there is so much happening their games. This is great news as it us, it's time for the top that really I don't know where seems like just yesterday the owners A teams to put up or shut ver 50 teams from the United to start. were talking about selling the team, up. I am looking for these squads to States and Canada participated But it doesn't matter – you and there was a strong possibility put up. Oin the 20th Annual Sarah Back- can't go wrong. that it could've been to an out-of-town GIRLS strom Hockey Tournament hosted in So, I have opted to begin with group. 1. (Last Week 1) HICKORY – The Erie by the Erie Lady Lions. The Caze- the recent Erie Sports Banquet That would've been a disaster. Hornets are a powerhouse, but it will novia Lady Chiefs earned the U19 title, held at the Convention Center, Also, the Erie fans had a chance to be interesting to see how they hold up and the Acanzster Avlanche capturing and it happened to the be the see history recently when Dan Fox against the best in post-seasons play. the U16 crown. 50th annual brought to us by broke the single-season record for 2. (2) VILLA MARIA – If there's a The Lady Chiefs edged the Chicago the legendary Artie Arkelian. goals by an Otter player. team peaking at the right time, it's Falcons for their title and the Ava- It's hard for me to believe that Courtesy of the Michael Gallagher Files the Victors. VMA is just steamrolling lanche sneaked by the Kensington Val- I was just getting my driver's Former Tech stars Tom Wedzik (left) and ATHEDRAL PREP has had opponents and could go far in the ley Ravens by the same score for their license when AA held the initial Hall of Famer Fred Biletnikoff exchange numerous outstanding per- playoffs. championship. event. some Centaur tales as well as recall the Cformances by basketball play- 3. (7) - GENERAL McLANE – The Who could've imagined it good old days growing up on the Eastside. ers over the years, but I'm not sure Lancers made a huge leap to the No. would sustain for half a cen- any Rambler has carried a team like 3 spot and appear poised to be a tough tury? Only Arkelian could pull this off and he and his wife Joy talked to ev- out in the post-season. – especially nowadays, as the athletes ery young person that asked for an 4. (5) KENNEDY CATHO- demand such high appearance fig- autograph, giving each and everyone LIC – KC plays in one of the ures, but many still show up because a quick lecture on how important smaller classifications, but of the respect he has throughout the school is. the Sharon-area school will country. Dwayne and Joy are both graduates be a force. This year's event was held at the of Louisville University. 5. (6) CONNEAUT – This Bayfront Convention Center, and I did my Sports Blitz show from the team could be one of the it was the perfect setting for the ex- lobby preceding the affair and the major surprises in the play- travaganza that featured five Hall of likes of former Steeler Robin Cole and offs. Famers, several more outstanding pro ex-Browns top dog Hanford Dixon 6. (NR) GIRARD – The athletes, and a few local high school could not have been nicer. Yellow Jackets are another Taylor Ridge took home the stars. There's no doubt: Out of five stars, team peaking at the perfect Sarah Backstrom Trophy at As large as the Convention Center the 50th annual Erie Sports Banquet time, and Girard faithful 20th annual tournament. is, it was almost too small to accom- was a six-star event. take their hoops seriously. modate all the class exuded by the 7. (3) MERCYHURST Taylor Ridge earned the Sarah Back- featured guests who took time to NE OF the biggest surpris- PREP – The Lakers are hit- strom Trophy, the award signifying sign a slew of autographs as well as es – and more impressive ting the post-season on a leadership and passion for the game. talk sports with the fans. It would be Oteams – this season is the bit of a slide, but they usu- Ridge competed for the Erie U19 squad. impossible to name all the stars and Edinboro University Lady Scots basket- Matty Harris with Coach Mark Majewski ally respond well under From 2000 to 2010, previous win- what they did, but I did have a chance ball squad, with the charges of Coach after scoring 1,000 career points. playoff pressure. ners include: Nikki Work, Krystal to interview – and chat – with many of Stan Swank putting them in a strong Champage, Delilah Ball, Tracy Nolan, them. position to win the PSAC West and senior Matty Harris has done of late. BOYS Savannah Varner, Julie Smith, Laura Of course, the main attraction was host the conference championship. He has had several games that border 1. (2) CATHEDRAL PREP – The Ram- Gaslewski, Krista McCauley, Ashley the Tech great Fred Biletnikoff, who The Boro has really impressed with a on incredible, as he has helped his blers made some believers by sweeping Haprer, Sarah Evan, Sara Evan, Stacey was back for the second consecutive pair of wins over rival – and nationally team to a Region crown while giving McDowell in the regular season, and Hiles, Kelly Keinle, and Rebeca Wheeler. year, and Biletnikoff's charity was the ranked – Gannon. CP plenty of momentum entering the Division I recruit Matty Harris has put The 21st Annual Sarah Backstrom recipient of the proceeds from the In the latest meeting between the playoffs. together some legendary performanc- Tournament will be held the first week- great affair. He has a sincere love for two powerhouses, EUP led 37-21 at the In a recent two-game period, he tal- es. He has been nearly phenomenal in end of February 2015. his hometown, and again, took time half and grabbed a 12-point decision. lied a total of 78 points, 38 in an OT some clutch situations in several close off from his busy schedule to visit And this was on the Lady Knights' win over Central Tech followed by a games. You can email James LeCorchick at @JRL- Central Tech and talk to some of the home court. 40-point performance in another OT 2. (1) McDOWELL – The Trojans have [email protected], and you can fol- current football players. game against a good Canadian squad. compiled a glossy record, but they have low him on Twitter I sat with former Pittsburgh Steeler NOTHER MAJOR surprise I believe his two-game tally of 78 to prove they can beat rival Prep, with @JRLSports. To fol- Dwayne Woodruff and his wife for team has to be the Erie Otters, points is a local record. The only play- the Ramblers winning 11 straight in the low this story or com- dinner, and he is one of the most A as the local icers are a flat- er, I believe, that could've come close series. ment, scan the QR impressive athletes I've met in a long out powerhouse in the OHL, and the to that was Strong Vincent great Essie 3. (3) FAIRVIEW – The Tigers are code or visit http:// time. He is a judge in Pittsburgh now, team is drawing huge numbers for Hollis. playing great ball and will be hitting the erirdr.com/q9nnh. 22 | Erie Reader | eriereader.com February 19, 2014 February 19, 2014 eriereader.com | Erie Reader | 23 Hungry for great value? BUY ONE ENTRÉE, GET ONE FREE WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS • NOW - FEBRUARY 27, 2014 Bring this ad to the INClubTM to redeem! CODE BOGO10 Limit one per person. Must be a valid INClub member. Please see INClub booth for coupon. Entrée must be of equal or lesser value. Cannot be redeemed with any other promotion, offer or discount. Not valid on holidays or special events. Management reserves the right to cancel or modify the promotion at any time. Dine-in only. Offer valid February 19, 20, 26 & WIN FREE PLAY 27, 2014. OR CASH! Fridays in February • 2pm – 9pm WIN $1,500, $3,500 7 lucky winners every hour receive $ Free Play or cash prizes! OR 5,000 CASH! 7th Anniversary Celebration Friday, February 28 Free Smith’s® Hot Dog to the first 500 guests at the INCafe at 11am! Free cupcakes to the first 500 guests at the Gift Shop at 1pm! Drawing Saturday, February 22

See the INClubTM for details. 8pm - 10pm See the INClubTM for details.

GET IN ON IT ALL I-90 Exit 27, Erie PA | presqueisledowns.com | 1.866.ERIE.FUN If You or Someone You Know Has a Gambling Problem, Help is Available. Call 1-800-GAMBLER.