Author: SPY

Signs of the times

 At the Catholic War Vets

 SAINTS ONLY
(Or is it AINTS ONLY . . . ?)
(Seen at Prudhomme’s)

 A reminder from the Hambones

 Buddhist temple upgrade

 Speaking of Buddhism, there’s an “OM” missing from the high school sign.
(And yes, that word is used in the Hindu religion, also.)
Of course, there could be a guy named “Octavius Maximus” who took the letters for his bragging wall.
(Hmmm . . . I see there’s a “C” and a “U” left.)

This coming Friday is the last day for this program.

Huh?

Last but not least, there are a number of dog owners in town who need to read and heed this sign.

Fourth Friday at Jonal Gallery/Alverta Arts Shop

This coming Friday is FOURTH FRIDAY ….

                                                  
                              August 23, 2013                                     
                                        At….
        Jonal Gallery/Alverta Arts Shop
            653 Locust Street – Columbia, Pa. 17512
          717.681.9400                   ****                  jonalgallery.com
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     Join us at 5:00 p.m. for an Artist Reception with
                Digital Artist – SCOTT GORE
 
The Jonal Gallery/Alverta Arts Shop invites you to attend the “Wisdom of the Soul – Part II” Artist Reception with digital artist Scott Gore as he introduces, for the first time, in our Labyrinth Gallery his twelve canvas panels – “Twelve Tribes of Israel” – a spectacular grouping! This exciting group measures an impressive 114″X54″ and serves as the center piece and anchor of the second half of his “journey with Kaballah” exhibit. If you saw the first half, you must return to see this group, if you haven’t see this show, you must visit before it is to late! Exhibit continues through September 21, 2013.
This exhibit is FREE and open to the public. During this Friday’s Artist Reception (5-9pm) light refreshments will be served. Come meet the artist and feel free to discuss Scott’s works with him. The wisdom of Kaballah is not a belief or religion, it is a combination of science, faith and the wisdom of life. Come share your thoughts and experiences with the artist,  meet new friends and get reacquainted with old friends. A lively evening awaits!
Gallery/Arts Shop open: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with Receptions held Fourth Fridays of each month 5:00-9:00 p.m.
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A look back at last Sunday's baptism

Last Sunday, August 11, congregants from the Faith Temple Church of God in Christ gathered at Columbia River Park for a mass baptism.  About 50 people were baptized at the ceremony.

At 3:15, the ceremony was about to begin, but the man on the left wanted to back his boat trailer down the ramp to load his jet ski.  Cool heads prevailed and he was permitted to do so, even though the event had been posted a day or two in advance, with notices clearly stating a start time of 3 o’clock.

Safety cones were removed as another boater decided he needed to use the boat ramp, too.

Soon, the faithful lined up along the ramp.

 Good will was abundant.

Congregants descended to the river.

 Many watched the proceedings as the ceremony began.

Others watched from the top of the ramp.

 Faith Temple Church of God in Christ

Children waited as the baptisms commenced.

 Baptismal candidates entered the water.

 The woman on the left had just been baptized.

 Nine-year-old Imari Emerson waited, as Reverend Darnell Bowman, left, and church elder, Ismael Garcia, prepared to baptize her.

 Waiting . . .

Done!

Hooray!

More scenes from the baptism . . .

And finally, the collection basket.

Videos of baptisms:

River Valley Talent on the Porch

Historic Wrightsville will hold its third annual Artists of the Susquehanna River Valley to celebrate the variety of artists from the area. The showcase will be held on the porch and grounds at Fourth and Hellam Streets, Wrightsville, on Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is fair weather only; rain will cancel the showcase.