The Marietta Traveler (2024)

14/06/2024

Written by Cheryl Corson Rootless: 1) (of a plant) not having roots; 2) having no settled home or social or family ties; unsettled. -Oxford Dictionary Putting Down Roots: “to feel that you belong in a place” Cambridge English Dictionary Planting trees is a good way to put down roots. It says you’re in it for the long haul. Personally, at 68 years old, planting trees creates a legacy that will surpass me in years, not to mention beauty....

Written by Cheryl Corson Rootless: 1) (of a plant) not having roots; 2) having no settled home or social or family ties; unsettled. -Oxford Dictionary Putting Down Roots: “to feel that you belong i…

13/06/2024

Written by Cynthia L. Sperko Editor’s Note: This is a continuation of the fifth and final chapter of “The Case of the Marietta Cross”. For all previous chapters, visit MariettaTraveler.com. From her bedroom window, Quinn saw Sara leave her home and walk towards the Northwest River Trail. "I'm already in so much trouble...I thought if I turned myself in, I would be free and my sister would be safe, but we're not…" Quinn thought....

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Written by Cynthia L. Sperko Editor’s Note: This is a continuation of the fifth and final chapter of “The Case of the Marietta Cross”. For all previous chapters, visit MariettaTraveler.com. From he…

10/06/2024

Dear Marietta, Hello, I've been living in Marietta for quite some time, and I understand that Marietta needs to have events so we can have the fireworks on the 4th of July and so on. But I live on Market Street, and we have no backyard parking. When you have these events would it be so hard to post something with the events to be mindful of the residents that live in town for parking?...

Dear Marietta, Hello, I’ve been living in Marietta for quite some time, and I understand that Marietta needs to have events so we can have the fireworks on the 4th of July and so on. But I li…

08/06/2024

Written by Kathy Leaman and Darlene Pruett We met with Bob (John Robert Shank II) at Shanks Tavern, on a day the bar was not open. It was wonderful to be able to walk around and closely examine all the photos of the 94 years of the Shanks Tavern and family. We sat in the now quiet space and talked about Bob’s memories of growing up in Marietta with his younger brother Jeff....

Written by Kathy Leaman and Darlene Pruett We met with Bob (John Robert Shank II) at Shanks Tavern, on a day the bar was not open. It was wonderful to be able to walk around and closely examine all…

06/06/2024

Written by Jack & Trisha Ries In the last issue, we set a challenge to all Marietta residents and visitors to get out and about exploring our little borough in search of twelve local landmarks. All of us here at The Marietta Traveler were overwhelmed by the level of participation. So many of you decided to play our little game that we had to empty the submission box every day or two....

Written by Jack & Trisha Ries In the last issue, we set a challenge to all Marietta residents and visitors to get out and about exploring our little borough in search of twelve local landmarks…

05/06/2024

Written by Judith Kennedy In Mark Herman’s inspiring essay in the last Marietta Traveler, “Marietta Fireworks: Building a Legacy of Community Service”, he reflects over the course of his life and focuses on the things he is most proud of, namely, community service. He writes, “I am still excited about being able to serve alongside some incredible people who are fully committed to keeping Marietta Fireworks a vital part of the local community.” He calls for more volunteers who would be “properly trained and prepared” along with the need for fundraising....

Written by Judith Kennedy In Mark Herman’s inspiring essay in the last Marietta Traveler, “Marietta Fireworks: Building a Legacy of Community Service”, he reflects over the course of his life and f…

03/06/2024

TRAVEL BACK IN TIME…… Looking for an interesting day trip? Why not join the Maytown Historical Society’s latest excursion! MHS is sponsoring a bus trip to Cairnwood Estate which is located 16 miles outside of Philadelphia on the Bryn Athyn College campus. Cairnwood Estate was built in 1895 by John Pitcairn, who was a cofounder of Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company. The estate was designed by Carrere and Hastings in the Beaux arts style....

TRAVEL BACK IN TIME…… Looking for an interesting day trip? Why not join the Maytown Historical Society’s latest excursion! MHS is sponsoring a bus trip to Cairnwood Estate which is located 16 miles…

02/06/2024

The popular Marietta Garden Tour, which benefits The Marietta Community House, will be held on June 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This anticipated event offers gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts ideas and gardening insight. The 2024 Garden Tour will feature eight beautiful gardens, ranging from small accent gardens to creatively designed larger gardens. Seminars related to floral design will be offered during the day and are included in the price of your ticket....

The popular Marietta Garden Tour, which benefits The Marietta Community House, will be held on June 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This anticipated event offers gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts ideas a…

31/05/2024

The latest Marietta Traveler is in the mail. Here is the cover story on the Marietta Fireworks!

Written by Gary Schatz, Marietta Fireworks Committee The suspense is building for this year's fireworks show, preparations have been underway for months. We've purchased necessary supplies and equipment. We've displayed and advertised at various community events such as Donegal Fish and Conservation Association in March, Cherry Blossom Festival, Mayfest 2024, and Marietta Day. Final safety training and testing are near completion....

Written by Gary Schatz, Marietta Fireworks Committee The suspense is building for this year’s fireworks show, preparations have been underway for months. We’ve purchased necessary suppl…

11/03/2024

Editor’s Note: This is the fourth and final chapter of The Case of the Marietta Cross. For previous chapters, visit MariettaTraveler.com Written by Cynthia L Sperko Sara was tossing and turning in her sleep. Eyes open, she sat straight up. Flipping on the lamp on her nightstand, Sara reached for her journal and pen and wrote about the nightmare she had....

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Editor’s Note: This is the fourth and final chapter of The Case of the Marietta Cross. For previous chapters, visit MariettaTraveler.com Written by Cynthia L Sperko Sara was tossing and turning in …

07/03/2024

Written by Mark Herman As I approach my 60th birthday, I've become more compelled to look back on my life, thinking through the things I've done and why I've done them. What have I done that was good, bad, ugly, or indifferent? Well, what I've realized is that I've done my fair share of all of those things, but being that this is a community newsletter I'll choose to focus on the positives....

Written by Mark Herman As I approach my 60th birthday, I’ve become more compelled to look back on my life, thinking through the things I’ve done and why I’ve done them. What have …

03/03/2024

Written by Jack and Trisha Ries Well folks, the robin will soon be singing its song, the daffodils are about to wake from their slumber, and Mother Nature is about to throw Old Man Winter out of the house for being too drunk again. As the borough begins to thaw, it’s time for us to dust off our walking shoes and kiss seasonal affective disorder goodbye for another nine months....

Written by Jack and Trisha Ries Well folks, the robin will soon be singing its song, the daffodils are about to wake from their slumber, and Mother Nature is about to throw Old Man Winter out of th…

02/03/2024

Please plan to be a part of Memorial Day in Maytown, on Monday, May 27th, 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. How can YOU be a part of Maytown’s Memorial Day Celebration? Help to decorate the graves of the veterans…...

Please plan to be a part of Memorial Day in Maytown, on Monday, May 27th, to honor and thank our men and women who have sacrificed for us, both those who have fought and those who are fighting toda…

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