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Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Phoenix makes first public appearance since recovery
Also at the spring craft and gift festival on Saturday was Phoenix, the Wonderdog making her first public appearance! About three months ago, Phoenix was found motionless and frozen, practically dead at the end of someone's driveway. Farewell, Phoenix! Dog thought to be dead after freezing outside finds forever home The ANNA Shelter saved her life and she was later adopted by Mark Siegfried. Siegfried had an instant connection with Phoenix and said the last few months had been great. Phoenix has also become quite the celebrity online, she now has over 2,600 followers from across the world who continue to keep up with her journey to health. Spring Craft & Gift Festival takes place at Bayfront Convention Center 'I originally started the Facebook page so that people could see what was going on with her. I didn't expect people from Canada and the UK and Florida and Alaska to be on her page,' Siegfried said. 'She's a survivor we know that. From being starved to death and frozen and coming back to life.' Siegfried said anyone who loves animals should support the ANNA Shelter. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-04-2025
- General
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Erie's Sikh Temple hosts annual Vaisakhi celebration
Sweet smells and cultural music filled the rooms at the Sikh Temple on West 8th Street in celebration of the religion's 326th Vaisakhi. The Sikh holiday dates back to the religion's foundation in 1699, and the holiday's traditions are still celebrated to this day. 'It has both spiritual and cultural significance. The reason why we are celebrating is that it is a birth anniversary for Khalsa, started by Guru Gobind Signh in 1699, and it gave us the principles of Sikhism as well as the Sikh identity,' said Jay Kang, volunteer at Erie's Sikh Temple. Kang said some of those Sikh principles are a commitment to courage, equality and justice. Local fire department recalls responding to emergency during fish fry But Vaisakhi isn't just exclusively for the Sikh community to celebrate, and he said the Sikh community believes in equality without barriers to gender or race. 'I think the sikh community just wants to make sure that we are warmly inviting the entire erie community to come and celebrate with us, share our values, and be a help in terms of building bridges of understanding,' said Kang. Upon entering the Sikh Temple, you have to take your shoes off and put headwear on, which is meant to show a sign of respect. Due to the special day, the temple served desserts and samosas, as well as played music. The event was so lively, some local politicians came out to make an appearance. Spring Craft & Gift Festival takes place at Bayfront Convention Center 'This is just an incredible experience. I come here every year; it's a very moving experience, and I'm always lifted up to a higher level every time i participate in one of these services,' said Erie Mayor Joe Schember. 'I think diversity is one of Erie's greatest strengths. I really absolutely believe that.' Mayor Schember was joined by some other local politicians for the service on Sunday, including a representative from PA Governor Shapiro's office. The representative went on to declare April 2025 as Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month on behalf of the governor to recognize the hundreds of thousands of Sikh-Americans living in the US. Erie's Sikh community will celebrate its next big event in November in honor of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Spring Craft & Gift Festival takes place at Bayfront Convention Center
Over 90 small businesses from the region have set up shop at the Bayfront Convention Center. They're showing off their best handmade items for the Spring Craft & Gift Festival. 'Mother's Day is coming up, so you can find that great gift for mom, or if you're just ready to redecorate the house for spring, get ready for summertime, there's lots of great decor and other items here as well,' said Ed Snyder, general manager of the Bayfront Convention Center. One thing that all these artists have in common is the dedication to their craft. Some take hours, days or even months to produce their merchandise. PennWest Edinboro fair educates on life with disabilities Not only is it important for the customer to be satisfied, but the artists want to be just as proud of the product. This commitment is why Snyder said it's important to support small businesses. 'These vendors and artisans are from the region, so you're supporting local businesses, especially now with Amazon and so much stuff coming from all over the place, it's cool to support local folks,' said Snyder. There's a wide variety of unique things to shop for and you might even find something with your name on it.' 'Each candle is handcrafted carefully, and I make sure it's good quality,' said Danielle Knight, owner of Handcraft Island. 'Like, coconut and soy and fragrance is phthalid free, so it's not like something that can interrupt your hormones.' Knight has been making extraordinarily detailed candles, wax melts and room sprays since February of 2022. She began her business when she noticed the joy a fresh lit candle would bring to a room. Her candles range from sugar cookie and almond cupcake to fruity loopz and lavender dreamz. She's come up with every scent and name on her own. Sheetz MTO wins Coolest Thing Made in PA 2025 title 'I have people that keep it for a year, and they still walk past and smell it, or if you decide to light it right away, it makes the whole room smell good,' said Knight. Knight also doubles as a stay-at-home mom. She said the aroma of her candles motivates her to clean her house. 'I know other women know this feeling when you're cleaning and you've got a candle; it's just relaxing,' said Knight. 'If you feel like you're defeated, just take a breather and get right back up; anything can be done. It takes time and dedication.' The show continues on Sunday from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
