Pete

Pete G (he/him) volunteers with Erie Gay News as a way to give back to the community. Now retired, he enjoys having more time to devote to local LGBTQ+ organizations and events. Pete serves as the 2026 chair of Aging With Pride Erie and is active on several of the organization's committees. He also organizes Bears Do Dinner, a monthly dinner group that has been bringing people together since 2013. Pete studied at SUNY Buffalo and the Universität Würzburg, earning BAs in German and Linguistics as well as a master's degree in Library and Information Science. He speaks German, enjoys cooking, and sells Pampered Chef products.

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March, 2026

Aging With Pride Brunch at Give-a-Crepe

On Saturday, Jan 24th, Aging With Pride held its monthly meal outing at Give-a-Crepe, 1909 Chestnut St in Erie. We were honored to have a special guest, Dr. Tyler Titus, President of the Erie City Council. We were able to open a discussion on the possibility of developing multigenerational cooperation with the various LGBTQ+ organizations in the community. Please contact Pete Genco at (814) 384-9785 for more info and to learn about our monthly events. Please visit our website at agingwithprideerie.org

Celebrate Aging With Pride Award for Dale Allgeier

Aging With Pride (AWP) likes to acknowledge individuals and/or businesses that demonstrate their commitment to the senior members of the LBTGQ+ Community. On 2/15/26, the Recognition Award was presented to Dale Allgeier, owner of Lake Erie Counseling, which caters to the diverse needs of our community. Dale is a licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist. He also started Aging with Pride - Erie (agingwithprideerie.org). Over the past few years, AWP has grown into a very active and viable group in Erie, sponsoring monthly activities and educational programs focused mostly on the "seasoned" members of our community.

February, 2026

Meeting with Mayor Devlin

From Peter Genco: As a city of Erie resident, I had the opportunity to meet with our new Mayor, Daria Devlin, on January 9, 2026. I spent most of our time talking about Aging With Pride. Mayor Devlin was pleased with the work we are doing, including our monthly programs, Legacy Project, archives project, our recognition awards, and our cooperation with organizations in other cities. She was also happy to hear about Bears Do Dinner, which has been meeting since 2013!

January, 2026

Celebrate Aging with Pride Award to Erin Phillips of Erie Reader

Aging with Pride (AWP) acknowledges individuals and/or businesses who demonstrate their commitment to assisting the "seasoned" members of the LGBTQ+ Community. On November 30, 2025, AWP presented a Recognition Award to Erin Phillips, Managing Editor of Erie Reader. She wrote an article in the June 2025 issue titled "Aging With Pride: Erie's Queer Senior Social Club". She interviewed several members of AWP and provided a well-received informational article about the group and the social needs of the elders in our community.

November, 2025

Celebrate Aging with Pride Recognition Award for Werner Books

Aging with Pride likes to acknowledge individuals and/or businesses who demonstrate their commitment to assisting the "seasoned" members of the LGBTQ+ Community. On October 9, 2025, AWP presented this Recognition Award to the owners and staff of Werner Books & Coffee, 3608 Liberty St, Erie, PA 16508. The entire staff of this establishment has warmly welcomed AWP and hosts our monthly Game Night, Monthly Book Club, and other special events for AWP and other LGBTQ+ groups. Shout out to Kyle Churman and his wife, Lauren Shoemaker, owners of Werner Books & Coffee!