01 - 03 - 2010     Columbia HO Model Train Layout
At the Columbia Historic Preservation Society located 21 N. Second Street. OPEN HOUSE DATES:
January 3 and 10th
1pm to 4 pm

Donations appreciated.

LOTS OF TRAINS!

01 - 23 - 2010     First Annual Quarter Auction
Susquehanna Fire & Rescue Co.
10th & Manor St., Columbia
1st annual Quarter Auction
JANUARY 23, 2010
doors open 2 pm - auction at 3 pm
admission $3
great prizes;50/50 drawing;door prizes
BRING YOUR QUARTERS
vendors particiapting: At Home America, Longaberger, Creative Memories, Avon, Mary Kay, Cookie Lee, Just Jewelry, Tupperware, Gold Canyon Candles, Tastefully Simple.
Hot/Cold food available - sweet treats & drinks.
call 405-8763 for details

01 - 30 - 2010     Maytown 250th Anniversary
Dinner/Dance at Cameron Inn 5-10 pm. Did you know? Maytown is the birthplace/home of Simon Cameron; Diplomat, US Senator, Secretary of War under Abraham Lincoln. For info: call 717-367-4917.

01 - 30 - 2010     Maytown 250th Anniversary Dinner Dance
5-10 pm at the Cameron Inn.

This exciting event will start the celebration of Maytown's historic birthday. Arrive at the Inn at 5 pm for social hour/cash bar. Dinner served at 6 pm. There will be music, entertainment, raffle, dancing and a visit from a surprise host. This fundraiser will be full of fun and festivities. Info: 717-367-4917


Did you know? Maytown was founded in 1760 on May 1. Simon Cameron (diplomat, US Senator, Sec.of War in Lincoln's cabinet) was born 1799/died 1889 in Maytown.

02 - 02 - 2010     EVENT APPLICATIONS
Event applications for previous vendors for the Antique Art and Craft Show (June) and Bridge Bust (Oct) will be in the mail on Tuesday, February 2. If you'd like to receive an application, contact us through this website email OR call the office 717.684.5249 and leave your name & address. Thank you!

02 - 06 - 2010     Third annual Chinese New Year Celebration
at the Watch & Clock Museum

02 - 06 - 2010     Wrightsville Recreation Quarter Auction
Saturday, Feb. 6 12 noon - 3 pm
Locust Street United Methodist Church Social Hall at 314 Locust St., Wrightsville.
Only 200 paddles to be sold. Paddles are $4/each or 3 for $10. Over 10 vendors, special auctions and door prizes galore. For more info call 252-2768

02 - 10 - 2010     American Lifestyle Network
Remember in the summer when we had a large RV parked in our lot? There were some folks here doing filming of the local area over the course of several weeks. Clips of that production are viewable at www.myamericanlifestyle.net. Select the Pennsylvania Flag for our area.

02 - 13 - 2010     Inkmen 2
Now at the Jonal Gallery to warm your Valentine's Day: "What's Black & White and Red All Over?"
Inkmen2 - it's red hot.
February 13 through March 14, 2010
featuring local pen & ink artists:
Robert Oughton, Hellam
Bob Hammer, Wrightsville
Chuck Long, York
Dave Haneman, Marietta
Dale Weibley, Columbia
Opening Reception on Saturday, Feb. 13 from 5-9 pm. Light refreshments will be served.
Artist demos during Columbia's Fourth Friday event - Feb. 26 from 5-9 pm
Normal gallery hours:
Saturday 10am - 5 pm
Sundays Noon-5 pm
or by appointment

Jonal Gallery
653 Locust St. - Columbia
717-681-9400
www.jonalgallery.com

02 - 13 - 2010     Valentine Dinner
at A Taste of Styles Catering & Downtown Deli (237 Locust St., Columbia)
MugShot featuring Nippy Hawkins and DJ Keith Musser. Menu includes: Baked crab augratin, talapia, roast beef, asparagus, red bliss potatoes, cold beverages. BYOB. $65 per couple. Open at 7 pm -11 pm. RSVP required. Call 684-0028

02 - 13 - 2010     Second annual Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics
Rescheduled from Feb. 6 (due to snow) this event has been rescheduled to Feb. 13. Plan to gather at John Wright Store and take the plunge into the icy Susquehanna River! At this posting, event organizers were looking for alternate location for parking/shuttle to Wrightsville Side of the Bridge. For more information, contact the John Wright Store & Restaurant 252-2519

02 - 13 - 2010     3rd annual Chinese New Year Celebration
Rescheduled from Feb 6 (due to snow) this event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 13.

Celebrate Year of the Tiger at the National Watch & Clock Museum. 10-3 Saturday, Feb. 6. Usher in the Chinese New Year with crafts, activities & entertainment. Create a dragon boat puppet, make Chinese yo-yos, look for hidden tigers, place wish on wish tree, design a puzzle, learn about incense, water clocks, Chinese paper folding. Demonstration of Chinese dance. Call 717-684-8261 x237. Special guests include: Chinese Cultural & Art Institute, Harrisburg Chinese Assoc. Folk Dance, USA Martial Arts Fitness Studio. Museum located at 514 Poplar St. Columbia www.nawcc.org

02 - 14 - 2010     Concert & Organ Dedication
The Ephrata Cloister Chorus, under the direction of Dr. J. Daryl Hollinger and the Marietta Restoration Associates present a "Concert & Organ Dedication" on Sunday, February 14 at 4 pm at the Union Meeting House (located at 60 N. Waterford Ave., Marietta) The program includes music from the 18th century Ephrata Cloister and the dedication of the newly restored 1847 organ with special guest organists. A dessert buffet will follow the program. Seating is limited. Tickets are $15 each and available at the door. Advance tickets may be ordered by contacting the Ephrata Cloister 733-6600 or by email at c-sshober@state.pa.us

02 - 20 - 2010     Cryin' The Blues
The Historic Marietta Theatre is Cryin' The Blues at the Railroad House!
Join us for Boo-Hoo-Hoo, Booze & Blues to benefit the Historic Marietta Theatre.
Saturday, Feb. 20 - Show Up at 6:30 pm
help us drown our sorrows in selected beer & wine and chow down on Cajun Cuisine (it's great comfort food) Cash bar available. Live music by Mug Shot. Band starts wailing at 8 pm. check 'em out at www.themughshot.webs.com
Admission is $45 in advance at Swedish Motors, Inc. or the Railroad House. Tickets can be purchased the night of the event for $50. Cryin The Blues is sponsored by Marietta Restoration Associates.

02 - 26 - 2010     SVCC 2nd Annual Gala
The SVCC presents the 2nd Annual
"Gala"
Friday, February 26
7pm - 11 pm
at Perfect Settings (200 Locust St., Columbia)
Join us for a stroll down memory lane. Appetizers & beverages, (beer,wine & non-alcoholic punch), available followed by music from "Grease" presented by Columbia High School students. Meet the new SVCC Executive Director, have your photo taken in period garb, then enjoy the buffet dinner. Dance to music from the 40's and 50's under the encouragement & tutelage of Oscar Restrepro. Enjoy a dessert buffet and each other's company. A silent auction will be offered. Bring your Visa or MC - bidding can be competative!

Proceeds benefit the SVCC Visitors Center. Tickets are $25 per person or $40 per couple.

PLEASE RSVP by Friday, Feb. 19.

For more info call Kathy Hohenadel at 684-5249. Payments to SVCC, PO Box 510, Columbia PA 17512. Cash, checks, Visa or MC accepted.

02 - 26 - 2010     Meet the Artists Night
Jonal Gallery presents "Meet the Artists" night to coincide with Columbia's 4th Friday on Feb. 26. Hours are 5pm - 9 pm at the Gallery at 653 Locust St. More than 175 visitors attended the opening of "Inkmen 2 - Black & White & Red All Over" show. After a brief repreive, Jonal Galleries is extending another invitation to all you wanted to be at the Show but were not able to due to the weather. See you on Friday, the 26th!

02 - 26 - 2010     Fourth Friday in Columbia 5-9 pm
Experience Columbia's art galleries, antique shops, participating specialty shops and local eateries. This at-your-own pace tour provides the opportunity to view exhibits from local & visiting artists, enjoy refreshments and discover the uniqueness of Columbia. More info: Chris Davis of Modest Gallery 717-405-0604

03 - 06 - 2010     Spaghetti Dinner
fundraiser for Home of Hope - (Transitional Living Home managed by the churches of Columbia and sponsored by Love, INC)
Date: Saturday, March 6
Time: 5-7 pm
Location: Columbia United Methodist Church at 5th & Walnut St., Columbia
(Fellowship Hall, enter off parking lot)
Adults $6 - Children $3. Takeouts available.

03 - 07 - 2010     Annual Tide Pride Craft & Antique Show
9am-3pm at Columbia Market House

03 - 13 - 2010     CHOCOLATE BINGO
Columbia K-9's Wolfgang Chocolate Bingo will take place Saturday, March 13 at Columbia Consolidated Fire Company (10th & Manor St.)

Proceeds benefit Columbia's K-9 Officer MAX and is sponsored by CCFD. A K-9 demonstration will be featured at 12:30 pm.

Doors open at Noon. Games begin 1 pm
20 games - winners get $100 worth of chocolate. $20 per ticket (2 sheets) Extra sheets are $5. Door prizes, Easter Raffle and FREE chocolate. Call 684-5435 for tickets.

03 - 14 - 2010     Charter Day
March 14 is Charter Day - a state program during which admission to designated state museums is free for the day. If you plan to visit a museum on this date, it is best to call ahead to make sure they are a member of Charter Day. North Museum in Lancaster offers free admission on their Founder's Day - October 9, 2010.

03 - 14 - 2010     Tide Pride Quarter Auction
Tide Pride will host a quarter auction on 3/14 beginning at 2pm at Columbia High School. Proceeds from this event fund two CHS scholarship awards. Bid paddles are $3 each; additional available for $1. At press time, there were 15 participating vendors.

03 - 20 - 2010     Flowers of the Garden
Jonal Gallery proudly presents Flowers of the Garden March 20-April 25
a multimedia, multi artist show featuring John D. Lampart, Barbara A Mahaffey, carroll Weichert, Diana Thomas, Christian B Mahaffey, Dale Weibley, Kate Maloney, Bob Hamer.
Open Reception March 20 5-9 pm.
Light refreshments will be served.
653 Locust St. - Columbia
717-681-9400 www.jonalgallery.com
Gallery Hours: Sat 10-5 and Sun noon-5
and on Columbia's Fourth Fridays 5-9 pm

03 - 20 - 2010     Teddy Bear Picnic Family Timepiece Workshop
The National Watch & Clock Museum is holding a "Teddy Bear Picnic" on Saturday, March 20 at 10 am. Participants are invited to bring their teddy bears and, after enjoying a teddy bear snack, create a clock to take home. The wooden clock is in the shape of a bear with the face of the clock in the bear's tummy! Participants are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch that can be shared with their teddy bears. Cost is $10 for each clock and admission to the Museum is included in the workshop fee. Pre-registration is required; call 717.684.8261.

03 - 24 - 2010     American Quilter's Society Event
The A.Q.S. will unveil its latest show at the Lancaster County Convention Center and Liberty Place C.C. beginning Wed. March 24 and continuing thru Saturday, May 27. Hours Wed-Fri are 9am-6pm and Sat hours 9-5 pm. Cost to attend is $11 per day; multi-day pass also available. For more information contact PA Dutch Visitors Center at 1-800-PA Dutch.