Greetings!

So much has been happening all around us and people are talking about Columbia..... in a positive note. This past weekend was another eventful few days with our Antique and Art Show, Fourth Friday and Riverfest! If you are a local reading this make a point to venture to Columbia and check us out. Come have lunch or dinner and visit some antique shops, Susquehanna Glass, Watch and Clock museum or rent a kayak and get a different perspective of the Susquehanna.  Come and join us on Sunday afternoon for our weekly float down the river. Bring a picnic and relax. For those thinking of visiting from afar you will not be able to do everything in one or two days.  We are a place where you have to keep coming back...

Summer is underway and I love this time of year- homegrown fresh fruit and veggies are plentiful and so  much fun to cook! I would love to hear from you what your favorite food to cook with this time of year.  Right now I am into the grilled romaine ceasar salad. It is so easy and if you are growing Romaine great way to use the lettuce. Just cut in am and then rinse, spray with olive oil and salt and pepper and pop on the grill turning often ( i like it when its a little chard) and to make the dressing its just one egg, olive oil, parmesan cheese, garlic and mix in a blender. I add a little sugar or maple syrup and honey mustard and I like to chill a little. Pour over the romaine and add some more pamesan cheese. You have a great salad and nice presentation if you are entertaining...

till next time....cheers

Greetings!

Looking for something fun to do this weekend?

Lots going on this weekend here at Columbia.  If you are into cars ( old/hot rod) we have the Crusin Columbia Car Show taking place this Saturday.

Also have "Jammin on Hanna" - live music along the River at John Wright - lots of fun - they are having a run/paddle event ending at John Wright in time for some awesome music from 12 noon - 12 midnight.

And the Turkey Hill Experience is now open! Visit how they make ice cream and even make your own! Fun for the whole family

Greetings from Karen, Innkeeper...

I thought I would stay with the upcoming event 'Wine and Art" well actually the Wine part. Thought it would be great to do wine tastings paired with food though I am no "expert" in wine I do love my wine. When I first started drinking wine, I was intimidated by all the different types of wine there are. Over the years I have become more experienced in the "whole" wine etiquette and sometimes I just pick a bottle of wine because of the label or the name (ssshhhh don't tell) and sometimes they are the best ones! My son bought me a wine bible to mark down the name and type of wine and rating which really is a great reference to go back to especially when I find one I really like.  I am getting off track here but the main reason why I want to incorporate some wine events is to expose my guests to the awesome wineries we have here in Lancaster County. The first I will share with you is Nissley Winery.  It is located in Bainbridge about 6 miles up the road.  Its grounds are just beautiful and during the summer months they have lawn concerts that you can attend ( and we have discount tickets).  Its a great night out - bring a picnic and drink some wine and listen or dance to some music.  The wine is good. My favorite is their Rhapsody in Blue - not only because its a neat bottle its really good - crisp white semi dry. It is a blend of French grapes.  The best part is they grow their own grapes.

Event Date: Friday, June 24th 5-8pm

Did you realize there are several art galleries here in Columbia? We now have our own "Fourth Friday". Come visit local galleries, antique shops and eateries. The Columbian Inn is having a wine tasting and Gallery event with Live Music for the first time this month! Come visit, take a tour, meet some new friends and enjoy the summer evening with us. There's a glass of wine at the bar with your name on it. Cheers!

Want to do something special for a friend or family member? Gift Certificates and Packages are available. We will be glad to customize them to your interests. Regardless of the season, Lancaster County is a great place to visit. We would like to extend a warm welcome to you at The Columbian.

Are you tired of being away from the comforts of home?

Do you need a quiet, warm, and cozy place to relax after that long hectic day of traveling and meetings?

Are you tired of eating the stale muffins from the hotels' continental breakfasts every morning?

The Columbian Inn is your home away from home. Don't be confined to a boxy, cold hotel room. The Columbian's rooms are warm and cozy with a Victorian or English Country style. You can spend an evening reading over your next project in the parlor by the fire or on one of the porches.The Columbian Inn also serves a full breakfast each morning in our dining room consisting of orange juice, fresh fruit, homemade granola and sweet breads, and pancake or egg main entree.