Festivals, food, music and more... here’s what area communities have lined up for the season. The community calendar is filling up fast. Whether you’re planning ahead or just looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon or warm evening, consider this your guide to making the most of the season. From food trucks and festivals to concerts and movies under the stars, these events highlight the best of what summer has to offer close to home. We kindly ask that before attendin

Summer is almost here and the patios are open! Check out these local spots with alfresco dining options and enjoy great food in the great outdoors. Bay House Oyster Bar and Restaurant Address: 8 Sassafras Pier, Erie Contact: bayhousepier6.com, or 814.413.7440 Indoor and outdoor dining with stunning views of Lake Erie. Enjoy fresh oysters and craft cocktails at this upscale wood-fired Argentine grill. Blue Pike Grille Address: 11950 East Lake Road, North East Contact: bluepike

At first glance, you might think the paintings of local artist Daniel Austin are photographs of buildings. But look a little closer and you’ll view them through the lens of an artist who sees them as living, evolving structures with a story to tell. Austin’s artwork began almost incidentally with a thoughtful gift of watercolor paints from his stepson in 2011. “When I was a child, I loved art! But in high school, I became unduly practical,” says Austin. “I went on to become

A Millcreek couple brings beauty to the land and to the community. Kelly and Matt Dundulis come from a financial background, and Kelly...