Now in its fifth year, this signature men’s cocktail fundraiser offers an unforgettable night out. Last year, more than 200 guests enjoyed hearty chef‑crafted hors d’oeuvres, a premium open bar, cigars, billiards, and plenty of laid‑back camaraderie. It’s an evening designed for good conversation, great food, and supporting a meaningful cause — all in one exceptional event.
Join us at 356 West 6th Street in Erie, from 5pm-8pm. for an outside cocktail party for men only. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres from Sabellas, favorite bar selections, music, and cigars. Our committee members Matt Clark, Ben Davis, Joe Hilbert, Ben Jefferys, Matt Lasher, Mark Murphy, John Zack, and Alec Zaphiris look forward to welcoming you.
This unique event has raised funds for construction projects and maintenance needs on the campus.
Tickets are $100 per person. Men 40 years and younger pay their age.
Invitations will be sent out in May, 2026. If you did not receive an invitation last year and would like an invitation this year, please email gcicchetti@eriehistory.org.
Thank you to our 2025 sponsors
Diamond Sponsors
Thomas B. Hagen
Matt Clark/ Humes Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
John Pellegrino, Jr
Platinum Sponsors
John Brugger
John L. Hilbert, Sr.
William J. Steger
Gold Sponsors
Gene Davis Sales & Service
Geoffrey P. Dunn, MD.
Joseph Hilbert
Kidder Jefferys Construction
Mark Murphy
Roger Richards, Esq.
Gov. Tom Ridge
Silver Sponsors
E.E. Austin
Will Bloomstine
Peter Burton
Jack Daneri
John DiMario
Martin Farrell
Jeffrey Fiske
Mike Glass
Dennis Howard
Robert Kneib, DMD
National Fuel
Jeffrey D. Scibetta, Esq.
James Steadman, Esq.
John Zack
Bronze Sponsors
Carl Anderson
Jim Bahm
Mark Becker
Daniel J. Brabender, Jr.
Michael Dunlavey
In Memory of William Hilbert, Sr. by William Hilbert, Jr.
George Lyons
Tony Montefiori
Joe Pfadt
Robert Schoeller
Tim Sennett
Thomas Showler
Roger Taft, Esq.
JR Wilwohl
Matthew Wolford
Alec Zaphiris
Sponsors as May 9, 2025