Painted rocks spread messages of peace

Alissa Galloway, 11, paints Peace Rocks during kids day Saturday at the Oliver Street Market. Galloway said once the rocks are painted the owner purposely drops them somewhere for another person to find, spreading the message of peace.

Aug. 24, 2011 3:00 p.m.
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