Columbia Talk

Monday, June 27, 2011

Barnies manager shows up umpire

Lancaster Barnstorners skipper Butch Hobson puts on a show after getting tossed from a game last night. It's classic, still not as good as the other year when a manager in the Atlanta organization got tossed: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFUJjUQaL8o&sns=fb

Fire meeting is tomorrow

Representatives of Columbia No. 1 Fire Department, Susquehanna Fire & Rescue Co. #4 and Columbia Consolidated Fire Department will hold an informational session regarding the consolidation of fire and rescue services in Columbia Borough on Tuesday, June 28th at the Columbia Jr./Sr. High School beginning at 7:00 pm.
Rob Brady of the Department of Community and Economic Development will faciliate the presentation.
The meeting is open to the public and members of the respective fire companies are encouraged to attend.

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Comedy Show to benefit grid boosters

The Columbia Football Booster Club will hold a Comedy and Dance Night on Saturday, Sept 10, from 7 p.m. to midnight.
Earl David Reed will perform.
Reed is a trendsetter in the comedy and radio world. Within his 15 years of stand up comedy, he has performed at over 100 comedy clubs and colleges and is a favorite in Las Vegas and Atlantic City. Along with his 10 years of morning broadcasting experience and numerous television appearances, his improvisational style has become a favorite of radio and stage audiences all around.
Deemed the “ultimate morning show co-host for any format”, he presently can be heard weekday mornings on WQXA 105.7 the X on the Nipsey, Earl and Jen Shade Show.
The night will be held at the Susquehanna Fire Company and a donation of $25 a person is asked.
For tickets, call 629-9681 or 684-9686.

Living History

The historic Mount Bethel Cemetery will hold "Living History in Mount Bethel: One Story at a Time," Sunday, Sept. 18, starting at 2 p.m.
The day will honor veterans and include activities for children and adults.
There will be guided tours, starting at 2 p.m. and children's activities.
A luminary ceremony will be held at 5:30 p.m. featuring the Columbia VFW Band and a speech by USMC Chief Warrant Officer 4 Ed Wickenheiser.
Admission is $5 for adults and students 6-16, $3.
For more information, call, 684-6196.

Alice in Wonderland

If your were downtown yesterday and saw some young people dressed in unusual costumes, here's why.
The Columbia High School Drama Department, with the support of the Columbia Downtown Development Corporation and Regalia Costumers, will present Alice in Wonderland in the Locust Street Park, Aug,. 5-7.
Nightly shows are at 6:30 p.m. Afternoon shows on Aug. 6 and 7 are at 2 p.m.
The show is free, although donations will be accepted.
For more information, call 684-7458.

Saturday, June 25, 2011

A slide show is available

A slide show from today's craft show is available at: http://www.slide.com/r/rh1hy7E47z_ADEc6BkyNg4qZ88GttIPg?fbr=1

Craft Show photos

Friday, June 24, 2011

Carnival and fireworks are back

Three people hurt in fight

West Hempfield police are investigating a fight that injured three people: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/411186_3-people-injured-in-fight-involving-box-cutters.html

Thursday, June 23, 2011

Columbia man killed in crash

A Columbia man was killed in s motorcyclr accident in Hellam Township last night: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/410486_Columbia-man-dies-in-York-County-motorcycle-crash.html

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Wrightsville police investigate police drowning

This from the York Dispatch: http://www.yorkdispatch.com/news/ci_18325552

West Hempfield police reports

Police are investigating vandalism reports: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/409915_West-Hempfield-police-investigating-several-reports-of-theft--vandalism.html

Fire company to hold barbeque

The Columbia No. 1 Fire Department will hold a chicken barbeque on Saturday: http://www.columbiafire.com/

Sunday its time to venture across the Susquehanna

Rivertownes will host River Fest: http://www.engleonline.com/AdDesk/Htmlfiles/Readers/article.epc?id=52808

Another big event for our town

The streets will be packed again Saturday: http://www.engleonline.com/AdDesk/Htmlfiles/Readers/article.epc?id=52860

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Chchange in the 400 block

There are plenty of "for sale/for rent" signs and vacant buildings popping up in the 400 block of Locust Street. Noticed a few last week and earlier this week, that have "for rent" signs on them beside Flowers R Us. The "for sale" signs are on a computer business next to what use to be Flowers, Herbs and Art, which is now home to Wells Fargo financial advisors. Next to the computer store, it looks like some type of Dollar store is getting ready to open. Across the street, this one just cropped us ths morning, a "for sale" sign at Harrington's Bar. Still not open is the former Daily Grind coffee shop, which will become a sandwich/soft pretzel shop.

Fourth Friday is this week

Fourth Fridays in Columbia continues with our next event taking place on Friday, June 24 beginning at 5 p.m.
Experience Columbia’s art galleries, participating antique, specialty shops and local eateries.
We Welcome The Following Venues:
Gallery: Sunshine Corner Gallery and Studio
Specialty Shop Geltz Götz Goodeze
Eateries: Hotel Locust
Taco TaGO
Plan to start your evening at The Hub, Fourth Friday in Columbia’s headquarters and welcome center located at 401 Locust St.
For further information please visit: http://www.fourthfridays.org/ or call The Hub: 717-456-0278
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