Written by Jack Ries Well folks, spring has yet to… uh, spring. All of my limited ability to speak or write intelligently aside, it’ll be here soon, especially if you believe the prognostications of one Marietta Melvin, Pennsylvania’s third most famous groundhog. Let’s get out of the house, kick those winter blues to the curb,
Written by Rebecca Carroll-Baltozer, Mayor of Marietta When I reflect on what Marietta means to me I have so many memories, but today I am reflecting on what I remember of my years at War Memorial Park. When we talk about personal memories, I wonder how much I remember and what was real? What I
Written by Cynthia L. Sperko Editor’s Note: This is the third chapter in this work of fiction. Future chapters will be published in upcoming editions of The Marietta Traveler. Previous chapters are available at MariettaTraveler.com. The story contains some themes that parents might not want young children to read (murder, etc.), so reader discretion is
Saturday, May 3, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – All in Historic Maytown Mayfest has returned for 2025 and will feature many activities for all ages! This year, West High Street will feature historical demonstrators sharing their crafts for all to see and experience. A large variety of quality vendors and food trucks will
Please plan to be a part of Memorial Day in Maytown on Monday, May 26th, to honor and thank our men and women who have sacrificed for us, both those who have fought and those who are fighting today for our freedom. The day will start with breakfast at the Maytown Historical Society Museum at
We’re back for 2025! July 4th 9:15pm or when weather permits! The prep and planning has begun. This is truly an event for Marietta residents, businesses, and visitors. Last year we estimated at least 6,000 people just at the Community Bible Church. It is probably safe to say we entertain at least 10,000 people including
The popular River Towns Plein Air, now in its fifth year, returns with changes in schedule and venue. Marietta Art Alive, the group that organizes this large, yearly undertaking is lengthening the time for the “paint out” to almost the entire month of April. Allowing for unpredictable Spring weather, this time frame will give residents
Written by Cynthia L Sperko Editor’s Note: This is the second chapter in this work of fiction. Future chapters will be published in upcoming editions of The Marietta Traveler. Previous chapters are available at MariettaTraveler.com. The story contains some themes that parents might not want young children to read (murder, etc.), so reader discretion is
Written by Santa & Mrs. Claus Well, it’s been a long year, and many folks have made their way onto Santa’s Nice List. However, many folks have made their way onto Santa’s Naughty List, as well. Marietta had a year of ups, downs, lefts, and rights, but in the end, Santa and Mrs. Claus always
Marietta Restoration Associates will host the 58th Candlelight Tour of Homes on Sunday, December 1st from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. A diverse collection of private homes, all decked out for the holidays, will be open for the enjoyment of Candlelight Tour ticket holders. Several historic Marietta buildings will be open to the public on