Looking Ahead
Providing sources of useful information and expertise to educate our community and connect people in need to available resources.
disAbility Health Expo Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 10 a. m. – 2 p. m. Downtown Erie, Perry Square,
Disability Pride Erie comes to downtown Erie offering a day of community and fun while highlighting the disability community in Erie! All are welcome! Access is mandatory. This event will feature entertainment, speakers, refreshments, a food truck, and resource tables.
Independent Living, Veterans Benefits, Audiology, Senior Travel, Health Insurance, Home Care, Medical Equipment, Hospice Care, Financial Planning, Legal Assistance, Aging In Place Home Improvements, Eye Care, Physical Therapy and much more.
Corry Manor Community
Health Fair Friday June 6, 2026 1 p. m. to 4 p. m. Corry Manor, 640 Worth St, Corry, PA
Free and open to the public. Designed with a community focus and an opportunity to learn more about the services offered here.
Minority Veterans Program-
Juneteenth Celebration Monday, June 15, 2026 11 a. m. – 1 p. m. Erie VA Medical Center, 135 East 38th Street
Attendees can expect dynamic speakers, meaningful reflections, and engaging cultural elements that recognize Black history, military service, and the ongoing journey from freedom promised to freedom lived. This celebration also serves as a space for education, dialogue, and collective remembrance within a supportive and inclusive environment.
Edinboro Manor Carnival
Community Healthcare June 19, 2026, 3 p. m. to 6 p. m. Edinboro Manor, 419 Waterford St, Edinboro, PA
Free and open to the public. Designed with a community focus and an opportunity to learn more about the services offered here.
Fairview Manor Community
Health Fair June 26, 2026, 1 p. m.- 4 p. m. Fairview Manor, 900 Manchester Road, Fairview PA
Free and open to the public. Designed with a community focus and an opportunity to learn more about the services offered here.
NWPA PRIDE on the Bay Saturday, June 27, 2026 12 p. m. – 5 p. m. Liberty Park, 828 Bayfront Parkway
The NWPA Pride Alliance will be making noise, taking up space, and celebrating the diverse identities of Northwest Pennsylvania.
Minority Veterans Mental Wellness & Suicide Prevention
Awareness Event Friday, August 28, 2026, 10 a. m. – 12 p. m. Erie VA Medical Center, 135 East 38th Street
Stronger Together: Healing Minds, Saving Lives, Restoring Hope. This event is more than awareness— it is action, education, and connection. Participants will experience mental wellness education sessions focused on anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use within minority Veteran populations.
Looking Ahead
Employment Symposium October 22, 2026, Bayfront Convention Center
The Center for Independent Living and Community Resources for Independence will be hosting this event for individuals with disabilities to learn about job opportunities. The event is sponsored by the Arc Human Services.
Please check with local event organizers or community websites for the latest updates and details, as dates and locations may change.
The Niagara Network is a group of business professionals affiliated with the human services industry. If you would like to join or find out more information about the group and its members, contact Katherine Reim at kreim @ specialolympicspa. org or 814.403.7397.
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