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Erie PA News and Events for Sunday January 13, 2008
Posted by Dennis on January 13, 2008
Erie’s public indecency ordinance prohibits nude dancing. Maybe you remember City of Erie v Pap’s A M (“Kandyland”) a few years ago that went all the way to the US Supreme Court on a First Amendment appeal. Perhaps they should have had the girls do the Fan Dance. Faith Bacon of Erie, PA was the first to bring Far East dance to the American stage. The Fan Dance was popular in 1930’s.
How it came about was something a modern day lawyer would call a brilliant work-around. Pressure was put on burlesque shows and strip clubs to stop nude dancing so they stopped ‘nude dancing.’ Faith Bacon is credited with the idea of being covered when she danced and uncovered when she stopped. She danced around covered by fans made of ostrich feathers. When the music stopped, she stood still and uncovered.
Bacon’s career wasn’t very successful. In1956 after visiting her parents in Erie, she returned to the city where she spent most of her adult life, Chicago. She couldn’t find work and took her life. Here only possessions were “Miscellaneous clothing, one white metal ring, train ticket to Erie, Pa, and 85 cents.”
Her father was Frank Page Bacon, Jr. I’m guessing her mother had an Erie connection since the Bacon family are all from California. Her great-grandfather was the late Henry D Bacon founder of the old Page, Bacon and Company Bank of San Francisco and St Louis.
Inhwan Kim of Korea is looking for a host family in Erie. How good is the reputation of Erie Cathedral Prep that he knows about it and wishes to come to Erie to attend Prep? You can get Inhwan’s info on HomestayFinder.com.
The former PNC Bank building at 4260 W 12th St, across from Erie International Airport, has been sold for $450,000.
SafeNet is looking for the best Chili in town. SafeNet’s Second annual Chill-E Cook-off will be held at the Brewerie at Union Station on February 24. They still have tables available to promote your chili to the greater Erie community to show them who really does make the best chili! Judges this year will include State Representative Honorable Pat Harkins, Erie Times News Food critic Tim Hahn, and one other judge to be announced. They also have a commitment from local artist Kevin John Jobczynski to donate some great pieces to be auctioned off.
SafeNet is not a homeless shelter, but a safe and confidential place specifically for men, women and children who are victims of domestic violence. In the last four years, the SafeNet shelter has been crowded to the point that every available bed is utilized nearly every night. Thirty years of wear and tear have taken a harsh toll on the physical surroundings that victims of Domestic Violence encounter when they come into shelter. They are looking for help within the restaurant community to make some very needed changes to shelter. Make your reservations now by calling Kathy Clinger-Smith at (814) 455-1774, extension 249.
If you know Dan and Dan and Rich serving in Haiti, they are work beside a group from the First Trinity Lutheran Church in Tonawanda, NY. Small world.
John C Lyons and the gang from Lyons Den Productions that worked on the movie “Schism” are taking a road trip to the Sundance Film Festival. At the Schism Movie Blog so you can keep track of their adventures.
Vince Mosley (Boynton Beach, Fla/Dillard) and Joe Lindsey (Spring Valley, NY/Spring Valley) both recorded season-highs in scoring while the defensive unit applied intense pressure in the second half as 18th ranked Gannon University (14-1, 6-0) subdued Ashland 77-68 Saturday afternoon in men’s basketball action at the Hammermill Center.
Eighth-ranked Findlay responded from Thursday’s loss at Gannon impressively, dispatching the Mercyhurst men’s basketball team (8-8, 2-4 GLIAC) 71-42 inside the Mercyhurst Athletic Center on Saturday afternoon.
Mansfield came into Saturday’s contest at Edinboro averaging a PSAC-leading 84.6 ppg. But the sheriff was in town patrolling the paint, and he got his message across loud and clear. Ryan McLemore, known to his teammates as The Sheriff, led the Fighting Scots to a 91-67 win over the PSAC East-leading Mountaineers in a game that wasn’t nearly as close as the final score. The victory was Edinboro’s third straight and moved the Fighting Scots to 9-4 on the season.
The Penn State Behrend men’s basketball team rolled to its third straight win with a 77-61 victory over visiting Penn State Altoona on Saturday in the Junker Center. Behrend has now won 14 of 15 against Altoona, and improves its season mark to 9-3 overall and 3-2 in the AMCC.
Despite a career high 19 points by Craig Devinney (Allison Park, Pa/Shaler) and a 16 point, 17 rebound effort from George Raftis (Pittsburgh, Pa/Sewickley Academy), the Allegheny Gators (7-6, 2-2 NCAC) fell to conference rival Wittenberg (8-5, 4-0 NCAC) by a score of 72-55 on Saturday afternoon.
The Mercyhurst men’s hockey team won its fifth straight Atlantic Hockey game by completing a weekend sweep of Army, 4-2, Saturday night at the Ice Center. The red-hot Lakers have won five out of their last seven games, with the only blemishes coming at the hands of nationally-ranked Michigan Tech last weekend in Erie. Mercyhurst is now 7-13-2 overall, 7-5-2 in AHA.
No 4 Mercyhurst gave up the most goals in six years as the Lakers lost, 7-3, at Providence Saturday afternoon. It was Mercyhurst’s first game since a 6-4 setback at Dartmouth on Dec 16. The Lakers dropped to 14-5-2, while Providence, winners of three straight, improved to 9-8-2.
The Gannon women’s basketball team (11-4, 5-1) performed the magic trick yet again. The Lady Knights shook off a slow start and captured an unbelievable 75-74 victory over Ashland Saturday afternoon with a late rally at the Hammermill Center. Ashland’s largest lead of the first half came at 30-18.
In a see-saw battle with 20 lead changes and 15 ties, the Mercyhurst women’s basketball team pulled out an 81-78 victory over Findlay Saturday to earn their first GLIAC victory. Four Lakers finished in double figures with Stephanie Prischak leading the way with 23 points, tying her career high.
Jen Boykin had played in just one of the last five games entering Saturday’s PSAC crossover game against Mansfield. The senior guard did not score against the Mountaineers, but her play woke up a sluggish team and led the Fighting Scots to a 69-57 win. The victory boosted Edinboro’s record to 8-4.
The Behrend Lions women’s basketball team picked up a key AMCC win over conference foe Penn State Altoona 60-50 in the Junker Center. Behrend has now won six of eight games and sits at 6-6 overall and 4-1 in the league.
The Allegheny women’s basketball team (5-9, 2-3 NCAC) was unable to make it two in a row in conference play on Saturday, as the Gators fell 77-52 to visiting Ohio Wesleyan (9-5, 4-2 NCAC). Emilie Simone (Pittsburgh, Pa/Mt Lebanon) and Jill Gregory (Jeanette, Pa/Greensburg Central Catholic) led the Gators with 11 points each.
The Gannon University wrestling team (4-1) closed its second and final day at the Virginia Duals with a second-place finish at the 28th annual event. Gannon’s 41-6 victory over NCAA Division I opponent Wagner College on Friday sent the Golden Knights into the semifinals against SUNY Brockport, ranked 16th nationally among Division III schools, Saturday afternoon. Gannon, who is ranked 13th nationally and third in the East Region in Division II, defeated the Golden Eagles 30-10. Gannon’s semifinal win sent them to the Championship Round against Newberry College. Newberry, ranked 10th nationally and second in the East Region in Division II, swept the Golden Knights.
The 16th ranked Mercyhurst wrestlers faced a tough slate on the first day of competition at the NWCA/Cliff Keen National Duals. And despite knocking off 7th ranked Ashland and receiving three impressive victories from 149 pounder Brian Pogel, the Lakers were bounced from the tournament after defeats against a pair of Top 10 teams.
The Gannon University men’s and women’s swimming teams each won their respective duals at Fredonia State University Saturday afternoon. The Lady Knights bested Fredonia 124-119, while the Golden Knights defeated the Blue Devils 138-92.
The Edinboro swimming teams made a successful return to the pool after being off since the first weekend in December. The women’s team improved to 9-0 with a 77-35 win over Penn State Behrend and a 73-47 triumph over Slippery Rock. The men’s team evened its record at 3-3 with a 150-108 win over Penn State Behrend. Edinboro hosted the event.
The Allegheny men’s and women’s swimming and diving squads opened the second half of their 2007-08 schedule with a sweep of Hiram on Saturday. The Gator men won 122-101 while the women defeated the Terriers 126-102.
Gannon University will host a Financial Aid Workshop on Wednesday, January 16. The workshop will cover the entire financial aid process as well as a step-by-step review of the questions on the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The workshop also will cover definitions of terms that parents and students should know and the various aid programs available. The workshop is free and open to the public and will begin at 6:30 pm in room 1200 of the university’s Palumbo Academic Center, 824 Peach Street. For more information, contact the Financial Aid Office at (814) 871-7337 or 1-800-GANNON-U (1-800-426-6668).
Mercyhurst North East is holding two orientation sessions for individuals interested in The Municipal Police Training Academy on Wednesday, Jan 16, from 2-4 pm, and Thursday, Jan 17, from 6-8 pm, both at the Michele and Tom Ridge Health and Safety Building on the campus of Mercyhurst North East, 16 West Division Street, North East, PA. MNE’s Police Training Academy, which begins March 3, is one of only sixteen certified academies in the state where individuals can earn Act 120 certification, required for many law enforcement jobs, including municipal police work.
As part of its series of Pink Ribbon Educational Events for breast cancer survivors and to promote breast cancer awareness, Saint Vincent will present a program on Thursday, January 17, from 6 to 8 pm at the McGarvey Learning Center at Saint Vincent Health Center, 232 West 25th Street, Erie, Pa. The event will feature music, heavy hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, and a brief talk on “Fact vs Fiction: Nutrition for Breast Cancer Survivors,” presented by Sandra Luthringer, RD, owner of Super Suppers. The event is supported by a grant from The Pittsburgh Affiliate of Susan G Komen for the Cure. Komen awarded a $75,000 grant to Saint Vincent Health Center to support a program offering restorative health services, education, support and specialized products for breast cancer survivors, particularly those who cannot afford it. Cost is $6. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (814) 866-4817.
The Erie Chamber Orchestra In residence at Gannon University will perform their annual ‘Tribute to Dr Martin Luther King, Jr’ on Friday, January 18 at 7:30 pm at St Patrick Church, 130 East Fourth Street in Erie. It will will feature the Shiloh Baptist Church Choir and Evangelist D M Jamerson, minister of music. The concert is FREE and open to the public.
There will be a Wine and Cheese Reception to welcome the new artists featured at the Nature Shop and Gallery in the Tom Ridge Environmental Center on Friday Jan 18, 6-8 pm. Ed Bernik will be signing copies of his book “Pennsylvania Wilds: Images from the Allegheny National Forest” and there will be signed copies of “Photoshop CS3 for Nature Photographers” by Ellen Anon.
The 25th annual McDonald’s High School Basketball Classic will be held in Erie PA on Friday, January 18 and Saturday January 18, 2008 at the Gannon University Hammermill Center. St Edward of Lakewood Ohio, Rice High School of NYC, Saint Patrick of Elizabeth NJ and Erie Cathedral Prep are in the powerful field. Adult General Admission tickets are $7 and Student General Admission are tickets are $5. Reserved tickets are $12.50.
The Roadhouse Theatre production of “Wake Up and Smell the Coffee” is two weekends only, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, January 18-19 and January 25-26. General seating $8 with no reservation required and tickets will be available at the door. VIP seating $12, Lounge VIP seating $15. All VIP seating must be pre-paid reservation only. Phone (814) 459-8215. Come early and enjoy the newly renovated coffeehouse. BYOB with proper ID.
The Mercyhurst College chapter of Kappa Gamma Pi education honor society will host the Third Annual Teaching and Learning Expo on Saturday, Jan 19, from 9 am to 1:30 pm in the Audrey Hirt Academic Center. About 100 area education students and teachers are expected to attend the event, at which they’ll be able to choose three workshops from 17 offerings. The cost of the program is $5, including a catered lunch. Act 48 credits are available for the morning workshops. For more information, email Dr Ruth Auld or call (814) 824-3370.
The 25th annual Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Quad Games 5-mile Cross-Country Ski Race or 2.5-mile Snowshoe is now scheduled to take place Jan 20, 2008, at 1 pm at the Peek n’ Peak Upper Golf Course, in Clymer, NY.
Daniel S Mead, president of Verizon Services Corp, will discuss how creation of a centralized business services unit saved the telecommunications giant $562 million in one year during an upcoming presentation for the Sam and Irene Black School of Business at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College. Mead, a Warren native and member of the college’s Council of Fellows, will speak at 6 pm on Tuesday, January 22, in the Samuel P “Pat” Black III Conference Center in the college’s Research and Economic Development Center. Admission to his talk is free and open to the public.
The Cleveland Indians Caravan will be rolling into Erie January 23, 2008 at the Dr Gertrude A Barber National Institute, 136 East Avenue. Doors open at 5 pm with a trivia contest and plenty of food and beverage. Cleveland Indians’ players, coaches and media staff will arrive at 6:30 pm to entertain Erie’s Tribe faithful, to answer fan’s questions and present a highlight film from last year’s baseball season. A donation of $8 per ticket will benefit programs at the Dr Gertrude A Barber National Institute. Tickets are available now through January 23rd at the Dr Gertrude A Barber National Institute (Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm) or at Hector’s Cafe, W 18th and Liberty Streets. Tickets will also be available at the door the night of January 23, if available.
The 2008 Erie RV, Camping and Powersport Expo will be held January 23-27 at the Erie Bayfront Convention Center. Hours: Wed 4-9 pm, Thurs Noon-9 pm, Fri 10 an to 8 pm and Sun 10 am to 5 pm. Free admission and free parking.
The Mercyhurst Preparatory School Performing Arts Department presents Our Town Thursday Jan 24 at 8 pm, Friday Jan 25 at 8 pm, Saturday Jan 26 at 8 pm and Sunday Jan 27 at 3 pm.
Glass Growers Gallery at 10 East Fifth St in Erie will be hosting an exhibit called ‘Spirital Thresholds’ by Annoel Krider. Color and design blend with tradition and balance in the southwestern inspired weavings of this fiber artist who also creates mixes-media objects and sculptures to further refine her vision. There will be an artists reception on Friday Jan 25 from 6-9 pm. The exhibit will be on display Jan 25 to March 11.
Your Day In Court: An Internet Security Workshop features William Shore of the Pittsburgh FBI office. The workshop will be held Noon-3 pm on Thursday, Jan 31 at the Ambassador Hotel and Conference Center; 7792 Peach Street in Erie. After a security breach, it is often too late to back track, recreate and document the environment in which the security breach occurred. From a strategic management viewpoint, this pitfall is often fatal. In court proceedings, the lack of defendable evidence can impact the success of litigation and create liability issues for your organization. This workshop is specifically designed to explain what steps should be taken following a security breach. Click here to register. This event is sponsored by: Software Technology Concepts, eBizITPA, the FBI and the Technology Council of Northwestern Pennsylvania.
The Young Erie Professionals (yep!) Professional Leadership Development committee will host an Etiquette Dinner on Thursday, January 31 from 5:45 pm - 8:00 pm at the Colony Banquet and Catering facility, 3014 West 12th Street. Cathy Mester, senior lecturer in speech communication at Penn State Erie, The Behrend College, will discuss dinner etiquette and appropriate conversation. A three-course meal will be provided by the Colony Pub and Grille. Dinner choices are Prime Rib, Apricot Chicken, and Broiled Sole. The dress code is business casual. Seating is limited and advance registration is required. The charge for the presentation, meal, and gratuity is $25 for yep! members and $35 for non-members, payable by credit card, cash, or check made payable to Young Erie Professionals. Contact Phil Gallagher for additional information or to make a reservation.
The 2008 Erie Home and Garden Expo will be held February 21-24 at the Erie Bayfront Convention Center. Hours: Thursday 4-9 pm, Friday 2-9 pm, Sat 10 am - 8:30 pm and Sun 11 am to 5 pm.
The 2008 Erie Outdoor Sport and Travel Expo will be held February 29 - March 2 at the Erie Bayfront Convention Center. Hours: Noon-9 pm Friday, 10 am-8 pm Saturday and 10 am-5 pm Sunday.
The GE (NYSE: GE) 2008 Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held on April 23, 2008 in Erie, Pennsylvania at the Erie Bayfront Convention Center.
There will be a Rust Belt Bloggers Summit on July 11-12 in Erie. People from Youngstown, Buffalo, Cleveland, Pittsburgh and other area cities will be attendance to discuss economic development issues in the region.
Posted by Dennis at January 13, 2008 8:09 AM
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