Erie Playhouse’ s‘ James and the Giant Peach’ Dates: May 5-7 and May 12-14 Address: 13 West 10th Street, Erie Contact: erieplayhouse. org, or 814.454.2852
Based on one of Roald Dahl’ s poignantly quirky stories, the show features a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book. This adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery follows James as he befriends a collection of singing insects and together they ride in a giant piece of fruit to the depths of the ocean and the height of the Empire State Building. Using their quick wits and creative thinking, the residents of the giant peach learn to live and work together as a family. Visit the website for more information.
Little Leaves Program Dates: April 10 and May 1 Times: 10 to 10:45 a. m. and 11:15 a. m. to noon Address: LEAF Education Center, 1501 West 6th Street, Erie Contact: leaferie. org / little-leaves, or 814.453. LEAF
Little Leaves is a movement, story and art program for ages 5 and under at the LEAF Education Center. Each program explores a naturefocused theme and features a special storytime with lots of opportunities to move and wiggle and sing. The storytime is followed by an open-ended, process-oriented art experience where adults and children can have fun experimenting together with an array of art materials. The programs have been designed with the intent of offering a playful and creative environment for all children 5 and under( with parent / caregiver participation). Visit the website for registration information and other details.
Natural Impressions 6th Annual Mixed Media Student Art Show‘ All Things That Flower’ Dates: April 29 & 30 and May 1-6 Time: 10 a. m. Address: Tom Ridge Environmental Center, 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie Contact: trecpi. org / eecalendar. html, or 814.833.7424
Enjoy photography, mixed media paper and canvas, clay and tabletop sculptures submitted by students in first grade through college. Award ribbons and Best in Show winners sponsored by the Presque Isle Advisory Board on the second floor exhibit area of the Tom Ridge Environmental Center. Visit the website for more information.
The Princess Ball Fundraiser for the Erie Playhouse Date: April 2 Address: Ambassador Conference Center, The Crystal Ballroom,
7794 Peach Street, Erie Contact: erieplayhouse. org, or 814.454.2852
The Erie Playhouse invites all“ princesses” and their royal court( Mom and Dad) to attend the Princess Ball, which will be held at the Ambassador Conference Center. Countless fun princess-themed activities! Visit the website for ticket information and other details. n
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