COLUMBIA SPY

 A clash (or compromise?) of cultures at the Columbia Plaza  Yes, this van was actually being driven like this - two days after the last snowfall.  Pulled over on 462 near Royer's  When I went to pay the water bill this afternoon, this is what I found - an expanse of ice I had to tread across cautiously just to reach the parking meter.  If the borough wants us to pay for parking, it could at least afford us a full, clean parking space.  Otherwise, what are we paying for?  The other side of the street had the same problem.  Drivers had to park their vehicles on an angle. Meanwhile . . .  Ice is forming on the river. And there's another stash of phone books.

Great. That should help the low test scores. MORE HERE: http://lancasteronline.com/article/local/932340_2-Columbia-schools-will-get-new-names-in-July.html

This Saturday, December 21st, Weavings, INK Gallery will host a Winter Solstice Party. The party is free and open to the public. There will be light refreshments served. It is a great opportunity to purchase unique gifts for everyone on your holiday gift list or even for yourself. Samples of the work on display can be found at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Weavings-Ink/257132257707198 The party will officially be from 1-4 but the 10% discount applies all day. Bob Hammer hopes to see you there. Be sure to pick up his latest 2014 Year of the Horse calendar(supplies are limited.) They have also extended their holiday hours ...due to the snowy weather. Friday, December 20, 10-5 Saturday, December 21, 10-4 Monday, December 23, 10-4 Tuesday, December 24, 10-1 They hope this extension of hours make it more convenient for you to come and support your local artists!

An animation of the Christmas tree lights at Locust Street Park

Ice on a wire fence The Turkey Hill store at Prospect and 462 is closed for renovations. As the sign says  Another stash of phone books ready to be foisted upon an unsuspecting public Sittin' awhile . . . in the street

The Christmas tree at Locust Street Park on Sunday night (I got there shortly before 6:00, and the tree was already lit.  If there was a ceremony, I missed it.) This smaller tree in the gazebo was also illuminated.

Firemen hang lights in preparation for Saturday night's tree lighting ceremony at Locust Street Park.