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Blennerhassett
Dog Show Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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| 17 | Wild
Turkey Federation Dinner Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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| 19 | Pajama Party Downtown Marietta Saturday, March 19th 7:00 am - 9:00am only! Casual attire is required. Wear your PJs to get discounts at the following merchants |
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Ohio
River City Blues Festival Lafayette Hotel |
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| 19 | Washington
County Fair Board – Dinner/Auction/Dance $25.00 per person Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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| 28 | Tap
Enterprises Tool Sale Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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| 2 | Southeastern Ohio Poultry Show Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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| 9 | Fine
Art Auction A Marietta Family YMCA Fundraiser 6pm - 10 pm Marietta Comfort Inn Admission $15/Person $25/Couple $100/Table 740.373.2250 www.mariettaymca.org |
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| 12 | Third Street Music Presents Pierre Bensusan in concert at the Lafayette Hotel Ballroom 7:30pm - 9:30pm $15.00 Adults & $10.00 Students with ID Contact: Debbie Martin 740-373-8558 Tickets available at: Third Street Music 423 Third Street, Marietta, OH 45750 Event Location: Lafayette Hotel Ballroom, 101 Front Street Marietta, OH 45750 1-800-331-9336 Proceeds will be donated to a local non-profit organization www.mariettaohio.org/thirdstreetmusic |
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| 16 | Washington County Fair Board Dinner/Dance $10.00 (6 & under free) Starts at 5:00 pm Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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Antique Auto Racing Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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Musicians volunteer their time and talent between 7 p.m. and 8:30p.m.
Fridays and Saturdays May through September to play next to Kreamy
Kreations at Ohio and Greene Streets. Non-profit Washington County
Youth Mentoring Program. The Youth Mentoring Program is a collaborative effort between the Marietta Family YMCA, Washington County Boys and Girls Club, Marietta College, Retired Senior Volunteer Program, Washington Morgan Community Action, the Washington County Sheriff's Office and The Right Path. The mentoring program is designed to match Washington County youth with positive adult role models. The program's slogan is "Everybody needs a buddy.'' |
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O'Neill
Senior Center PACE
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O'Neill
Senior Center |
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O'Neill
Senior Center |
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Mid-Ohio Valley Players 229 Putnam Street Marietta, OH 45750 Phone: 740.374.9434 ohiodmo@charter.net www.movp.org/ The musical Carnival! book by Michael Stewart music and lyrics by Bob Merritt Filled with enchantment and beautiful tunes, this delightful musical tells the story of Lili, a shy girl in the French countryside who finds her way to the carnival and to love. Familiar songs such as "Love Makes the World Go Round" and "It Was Always, Always You" will leave patrons humming happily as they leave the theatre cheered by what they have witnessed. Sponsored by Advantage Bank April 29, 30, May 6, 7, 2005 at 8pm May 1, 2005 - Matinee at 3pm |
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O'Neill
Senior Center Senior
Citizens Day Celebration |
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Historic Harmar Village Art in the Village Contact: Julia Schwendeman 740.568.9260 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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O'Neill
Senior Center Poetry
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Senior Center Poetry
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13 | O'Neill
Senior Center 333 Fourth Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740-373-3914 info@oneillcenter.com www.oneillcenter.com/ Men’s Breakfast Club |
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15 | Campus
Martius Museum 601 Second Street (corner of Second and Washington Streets) Marietta, OH 45750 Contact: (740) 373-3750 averhoff@ohiohistory.org www.ohiohistory.org Spring Speakers Series Campus Martius: the Museum of the Northwest Territory "Appalachian Folk Music" By Hank Arbaugh, President, Columbus Folk Music Society Sunday, May 15, 2005 3:00 PM Folk melodies from eighteenth and nineteenth century Appalachia are heard around the world today, forming the basis of rock and roll and country music. During his talk, performer, teacher, and scholar Hank Arbaugh weaves music and spoken word together to highlight the roots of today's music in Appalachian folk songs and tunes. He also performs on a number of different instruments, including dulcimer, guitar, and mandolin. Appalachian Folk Music is made possible in part by the Ohio Humanities Council, a state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Admission: $7.00 adults, $3.00 students, $6.00 senior citizens and includes admission to the museum. FREE for Ohio Historical Society and Friends of the Museum members. |
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16 | O'Neill
Senior Center 333 Fourth Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740-373-3914 info@oneillcenter.com www.oneillcenter.com Sternwheel Red Hat News |
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17 | O'Neill
Senior Center 333 Fourth Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740-373-3914 info@oneillcenter.com www.oneillcenter.com Book Discussion Group |
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| 19 | Salvation
Army Boys and Girls Club of Washington County 1st Annual Steak and Burger Dinner Thursday, May 19, 2005 at 7PM At the Great Room of Andrews Hall on Marietta College Campus Dinner Provided by Outback Steak House Keynote Speaker - Kent Tekulve Contact: 740.373.7696 Daniel.Simco@use.salvationarmy.org |
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24 | O'Neill
Senior Center 333 Fourth Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740-373-3914 info@oneillcenter.com www.oneillcenter.com 55 Plus Programming |
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| 27-29 | Fenton Art Glass Annual Memorial Day Sale Great storewide savings during this four day annual sales event! 420 Caroline Avenue, Williamstown, WV 26187 304-375-7772 www.fentonartglass.com |
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27 | O'Neill
Senior Center 333 Fourth Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740-373-3914 info@oneillcenter.com www.oneillcenter.com Derma Scan-Kathy
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Fridays & Saturdays in June |
Music
on the Levee 7:00 - 9:00pm contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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Music
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6:30 - 8:30pm East Muskingum Park, Front Street, Marietta Marietta Recreation Dept 373-1616 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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Broadway
to the Mountains Pops! Concert Featuring Johnny Staats and the Delivery Boys 8 pm Adults $20.00 Students $10.00 Marietta Shrine Club, Marietta Ohio 304.375.1812 |
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Music
in the Park 6:30 - 8:30pm East Muskingum Park, Front Street, Marietta Marietta Recreation Dept 373-1616 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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Merchants
& Artists Walking Tour An Annual summer event that provides an opportunity to stroll through historic downtown Marietta visiting over 35 retail shops which feature local artist and craftsman. Stores provide refreshments 6 - 9pm Downtown Marietta Contact: 740.373.0347 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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Demolition Derby Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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Marietta
Harbor Classic Boat Show The Lyman Boat Owners Association of Ohio is proud to present the 6th annual Marietta Harbor Antique & Classic Boat Show to be held at Marietta Harbor all day Saturday, June 11th. The event is free to the public and many beautiful classic wooden boats (Chris Craft, Lyman, Century, to name a few) will be on display. Public is encouraged to vote their favorite boat to determine a "People's Choice" award. Owners will be on hand to discuss topics concerning reconstruction and maintenance of the boats as well as enjoyable aspects of classic boat social clubs. The event is hosted by WASCO. Marietta Harbor, Butler Street, Marietta Bill Gillroy 304.904.0133 |
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Music
in the Park 6:30 - 8:30pm East Muskingum Park, Front Street, Marietta Marietta Recreation Dept 373-1616 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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Mayor's
Third Friday Jubilee, 6 - 9pm Armory - 200 Block of Front Street, Marietta Featuring: Stewed Mulligan Band www.stewedmulligan.com |
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O'Neill
Senior Center 333 Fourth Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740-373-3914 info@oneillcenter.com www.oneillcenter.com/ Men’s Breakfast Club |
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18-19 |
River
Barge Explorer Ohio River Levee www.riverbarge.com Arrive at: 5:00am Depart: 19 12:00pm |
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18-19 |
Celebration
in the Park Williamstown Tomlinson Park |
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Lion's
Club Car Show This a a non-judged event. Prizes awarded at 3:00pm. Please call for more information 740.373.1201 Registration fee $10.00 Registration 8am - 1pm Show until 4:00pm Muskingum Park, 200 Block of Front Street, Marietta |
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23 | Music
in the Park 6:30 - 8:30pm East Muskingum Park, Front Street, Marietta Marietta Recreation Dept 373-1616 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 24 | Fenton Art Glass Annual Tent Event Come under the Big Top for substantial savings on world - famous Fenton Glass all summer long. Enjoy weekly progressive discounts on factory overstocks, special order items, preferred seconds, lamps, QVC items and more. 420 Caroline Avenue, Williamstown, WV 26187 304-375-7772 www.fentonartglass.com |
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Sunset Movie Series At dusk on Ohio River Levee contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 1 | Red,
White, & Blues Fest Lafayette Hotel Parking Lot contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 2 - 4 | 4th of July Celebration Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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2 | 13th
Annual Apple Pie Contest Contact: Butch Badgett 740.373.6407 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 3 | Demolition Derby Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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| 8 | Merchants
& Artists Walking Tour An Annual summer event that provides an opportunity to stroll through historic downtown Marietta visiting over 35 retail shops which feature local artist and craftsman. Stores provide refreshments 6 - 9pm Downtown Marietta Contact: 740.373.0347 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 10 | Broughton’s Ice Cream Social Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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| 8, 9, 10 | River
Front Roar Ohio River Levee contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 11 | Sacred
Art Tour of the Drepung Gomany Monastery Contact: |
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13 | Riverboat
Queen Visit Ohio River Levee www.deltaqueen.com Riverboat: Delta Queen Arrive: 8:00am Depart: 5:00pm |
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15 | Mayor's
Third Friday Jubilee 6 - 9pm, Armory Featuring: Johnny Staats and the Delivery Boys contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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23 | Saturday
Sunset Movie Series Ohio River Levee contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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Fenton Art Glass's Grand 100th Celebration Join the Fenton Family and staff for a 5 day 100th Anniversary Party! Enjoy Fenton Family Signing Events each day, lots of festive activities, regional crafts fair, glass history displays, Fenton Bingo, glass making and decorating school and more. 420 Caroline Avenue, Williamstown, WV 26187 304-375-7772 www.fentonartglass.com |
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30-31 | Harmar
Days,
Harmar
Village Contact: Julia Schwendeman 740-568-9260 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 12 | Merchants
& Artists Walking Tour An Annual summer event that provides an opportunity to stroll through historic downtown Marietta visiting over 35 retail shops which feature local artist and craftsman. Stores provide refreshments 6 - 9pm Downtown Marietta Contact: 740.373.0347 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 12 | Sadecky's
Puppets at The Betsey Mills August 12, 2005 Sadecky's Puppets have been enjoyed by elementary school children for over 24 years. Come share the fun with your children on August 12 as the puppeteers bring two lively shows to Marietta. Peter Pan: Show times at 10:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Surprise Feature: 1:00 p.m. Cost: $5.00 Tickets available from: The Betsey Mills, 300 Fourth Street Barking Dog Books and Art, 310 Front Street |
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19 - 20 | River
Barge Explorer Ohio River Levee www.riverbarge.com Arrive: 2:00pm Depart: 20 6:00am |
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19 | Mayor's
Third Friday Jubilee 6 - 9pm, Armory contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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27 | Saturday
Sunset Movie Series at dusk on Ohio River Levee contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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2-5 | Fenton Art Glass Labor Day Sale The tradition continues with our annual 4 - day Fenton Family Signing Event. 420 Caroline Avenue, Williamstown, WV 26187 304-375-7772 www.fentonartglass.com |
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| 3 | Demolition Derby Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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| 6 | Washington County Fair Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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| 9-10-11 | 30th
Annual Ohio River Sternwheel Festival Warm memories are made in Marietta, Ohio, home of the Ohio River Sternwheel Festival. One by one, from up river and down, the sternwheelers arrive in Marietta, Ohio, home of the American Sternwheel Association. They come to The Riverboat Town, to have some good ol' fashioned fun at the event of the year - the Ohio River Sternwheel Festival! All events are FREE, and the atmosphere is festive and friendly. Marietta invites you to "come early and stay late." Enjoy the continuous weekend entertainment, choose refreshments from the especially vendors and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the Annual Ohio River Sternwheel Festival! It's always the weekend after Labor Day. For applications and information regarding the festival, Queen Genieve Pageant, Little Miss & Little Mr. Pageant, and interest in concessions, please address your inquiries to: Cost: Free Phone: 1-800-288-2577 Time: Daylight to Dark Web: http://www.mariettaohio.org Contact: Marietta CVB Location: Ohio River Levee on the corner of Front and Greene Streets, downtown Marietta OH |
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15 | Riverboat
Queen Visit Ohio River Levee www.deltaqueen.com Riverboat: Mississippi Queen Arrive: 8:00am Depart: 5:00pm |
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24-25 | Marietta
Civil War Encampment Muskingum Park contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 24-25 | Walk-A-Bout
Quilt Show Downtown Marietta contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 1 | Swamp
Stomp Lafayette Hotel contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 1 | Blennerhassett Rabbit Show Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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5 | Riverboat
Queen Visit Ohio River Levee www.deltaqueen.com Riverboat: Delta Queen Arrive: 8:00am Depart: 5:00pm |
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| 8 | Demolition Derby Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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8 | River
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9 | 13th
Annual Harmar Autumn Car Show Contact: Julia Schwendeman 740-568-9260 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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8-9 | 2nd Annual Marietta Ohio Red/Pink Hat Hoot Lots of events are in the works for this years event. Hat Decorating Contest, Parade, Group Luncheon, Sternwheeler Dinner Cruises, Wine & Cheese Tastings, Teas at Various Locations, Ornament Workshop at Fenton Art Glass, Pajama Party, Afternoon at Sweetapple Farms, and lots more. Location: Historic Downtown Marietta Ohio |
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| 28 - 29 | Monkey
Organ Festival Downtown Marietta contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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1 | Riverboat
Queen Visit Ohio River Levee www.deltaqueen.com Riverboat: Delta Queen Arrive: 8:00am Depart: 5:00pm |
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| 9 | Guest
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| 11 | Holiday
Merchants & Artists Walk 6 - 9pm Downtown Marietta contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 12 | Marietta Band Boosters Craft Show Washington County Fair Grounds 922 Front Street Marietta, Ohio 45750 740.373.1347 www.washcofair.org/ |
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19 | Christmas
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| 26 | Christmas
Parade Downtown Marietta contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 26 | Gingerbread
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9 | Customer
Appreciation Day Contact: Julia Schwendeman 740-568-9260 contact@visitmariettaoh.com |
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| 9-11 | Hometown
Holiday Weekend
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| Please note we have made every effort to be accurate in the above information, however, we cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions. You are encouraged to contact the appropriate event Sponsor for conformation or questions about an Event. |
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you are any organization, group, school etc. in the Marietta area please
send you Event Information, location, time and date plus web address if
you have that to us so we can update the Monthly Event Calendar
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