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     Second annual Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics
Plan to gather at John Wright Store and take the plunge into the icy Susquehanna River!

02 - 06 - 2010     3rd annual Chinese New Year Celebration
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 - 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 - 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 - 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     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 - 20 - 2010     Family Timepiece Workshop
Teddy Bear Clock at NAWCC

03 - 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

04 - 02, 3, 4 - 2010     Easter Bunny Train
at Strasburg Railroad

04 - 04 - 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

04 - 09 - 2010     Best Kept Secrets Tour
of Lancaster County. Runs April 2-24. 35 off the beaten path businesses have created a shopping adventurel. Travel from place to place enjoying free special events. Visit at your leisure - do what you can in a day or in all 16 days. Tour bags on sale Feb 9 at $6 each. $1 per bag donated to Healing Journey. Call 354-7343 for info or to reserve bags.l In Columbia businesses are: Zieglers Greenhouse, Rivertowne Antiques and Susquehanna Glass

04 - 24 - 2010     Earth Day Celebration
at Sahd's Salvage, Columbia. Earth Day stories by Columbia Library.

04 - 30 - 2010     Arbor Day Ceremony
6pm Locust Street Park

04 - 30 - 2010     A Sense of Time
On display through April 30, 2010
A special look at Asian timekeeping
Included with Museum admission