Written by Cynthia L. Sperko Editor’s Note: This chapter is the first chapter in the final story of the Marietta Mystery series. Future chapters will appear in upcoming editions of The Marietta Traveler. For past chapters, visit MariettaTraveler.com. Through the noisy train terminal Edwin couldn’t help but notice her. She stood out from the crowd.
Mayfest is back and will be held on Saturday, May 7th from 10:00-3:00. This year’s theme for Mayfest is “Celebrate Maytown!”. There will be artifacts, demonstrations, shows, food, and fun. Activities are planned for all ages! Mayfest 2022 will feature: • Scavenger Hunt using our new historical banners…earn wooden nickels • Display in the Museum
The Marietta Community House Board is very excited to bring back our biggest fundraiser. The Dinner and Auction Event is always fun, and the food is always delicious. Please save the date: Saturday, May 14th, starting at 5:30 p. m (Note this is a new date!) The Marietta Community House has been able to support our
Chapter Four- “The Four Words” Written by Cynthia Sperko Sylvia stared blankly at the computer screen. The file on the flash drive was password protected and so far, a list of 15 pass codes she tried didn’t work. “At least I wasn’t kicked out of the system as of yet” Sylvia thought out loud. “Perhaps
As 2021 draws to a close, so does the season of shows at Susquehanna Stage. This year’s theme was “Pulling Back the Curtain”. These were plays and musicals that took place either in or around theatre. What better way to celebrate a return to the stage after being dark for so long? The youth and
Written by Jack and Trish Ries Twas the night before Christmas and all through the town Not a creature was stirring Not even a train sound. The beer mugs were hung at Mccleary’s with care In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there. Mariettians were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of
It is with great pleasure I get to introduce myself as your next Marietta Mayor! My name is Rebecca Carroll Baltozer. I was born and raised in Marietta as an eighth-generation Carroll. When I say Marietta runs in my veins, I mean it! I grew up playing softball, cheering at our War Memorial Park, and
It’s back! After world events forced the cancellation of the 2020 Candlelight Tour, the Marietta tradition returns for 2021. Marietta Restoration Associates will host the 55th Candlelight Tour of Homes on Sunday, December 5th, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eight private homes decorated for the holidays will be open for your viewing pleasure. In
Written by Trisha Ries In an old historic town such as Marietta, it would almost seem inevitable that the spirits of those who have left the Earth still linger. I’m not talking about the ghosts of pub crawls past, but the spirit of those who once were. I was curious to find out more about