| Date: Saturdays |
| Event: River
City Farmers Market |
| Handmade,
Homemade, and Homegrown products for sale! Farm fresh produce, fruit,
eggs, home baked bread, cookies, fudge, bedding plants, fresh cut
flowers, herbs, maple syrup, honey, cheese, local FDA approved packaged
& frozen beef, sausage, pork, lamb and chevin,handmade crafts, and
more. Support local farmers and crafters and feed your family healthy
foods! To be a vendor contact Donna Betts at 740-585-2260. |
| Cost: FREE |
Contact: Donna Betts |
| Time: Sat. 8 am - 1:00 pm |
Phone: 740-585-2260 |
| Location: Corner of
Third & Ohio Streets, under the Williamstown Bridge onramp, Marietta |
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| Date: Saturdays
& Sundays |
| Event: Architectural
Walking Tours |
| Stroll the
historic streets of Marietta with a guide and learn about the
fascinating history of the unique architecture of the first settlement
in the Northwest Territory. Gothic Revival, Colonial Revival and
Italianate Villa are just a few of the architectural styles found here.
Held every Saturday and Sunday afternoon, weather permitting. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: The Castle |
| Time: 1pm |
Phone: (740) 373-4180 |
| Location: The Castle,
418 Fourth Street, Marietta, Ohio |
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| Date: Fridays
& Saturdays |
| Event: Music
on the Levee |
| This is the
11th year for free musical performances on the Levee. Bring a lawn chair
or a blanket, relax,and enjoy the view. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Roger Kalter |
| Time: 7pm - 8:30pm |
Phone: (740) 373-1784 |
| Location: Ohio River
Levee on the Corner of Front & Greene Streets, Marietta |
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| Date: May
1 |
| Event: May
Day Victorian Tea |
| A
delightful array of sweets and savories with music by local harpist,
Lesley Kuhl,at the elegant House on Harmar Hill. Enjoy the panoramic
view of the Ohio and Muskingum Rivers from the veranda. Three seatings.
Call for reservations by April 28. |
| Cost: Call for information |
Contact: Judy Grize |
| Time: 11:30/2:00/4:30 |
Phone: 740-374-5451 |
| Location: The House on
Harmar Hill, 300 Bellevue St., Marietta |
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| Date: May
2,3,9,10,16,17 |
| Event: Virtue
Is Its Own Reward, or...All That Glitters May Be Gold |
| Musical
melodrama by Alice McDonald, music & lyrics by Carol Zadnik. |
| Cost: Adults-$12, Srs./Students-$10,
Under 12-$5 |
Contact: Jena Blair |
| Time: 8:00 pm |
Phone: 740-373-6033, 877-sho-boat |
| Location: Showboat
Becky Thatcher |
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| Date: May
2, 3, 9, 10 |
| Event: On
Golden Pond |
| Presented
by Mid Ohio Valley Players. Directed by Billie Harmon |
| Cost: |
Contact: MOVP |
| Time: 8:00 pm |
Phone: 740-374-9434 |
| Location: Mid-Ohio
Players Theatre |
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| Date: May
2 |
| Event: WV
Symphony - A Night at the Pops! |
| Presented
by MOV Symphony Society |
| Cost: |
Contact:
|
| Time: 7:30pm |
Phone: 304-485-4200 |
| Location:
Blennerhassett School Auditorium |
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| Date: May
2,3 |
| Event: Unique
Boutique |
| Gently used
clothing for women, men, and children. Proceeds from the sale will be
used to support service projects of The Zonta Club of Marietta.
Donations of clothing from the community will be accepted from 6-8pm on
April 28,29, and 30 at the Lafayette Center location. |
| Cost: |
Contact:
Donna Urschel, Joni Riley |
| Time: Fri. 5-8pm & Sat. 9am-2pm |
Phone: 740-373-7087, 304-482-2260,
740-374-5993, 740-350-5459 |
| Location: Lafayette
Center (across from Marietta Savings Bank Branch), Marietta |
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| Date: May
3 |
| Event: Spring
Hat & Tea Party |
| For girls
7-12. Dress up affair for young ladies and their dolls. Participants
will decorate spring hats for a fashion show and enjoy tea and
refreshments. |
| Cost: $7 members, $9
non-members |
Contact: Betsey Mills Club |
| Time: 10am - 12 noon |
Phone: 740-373-4981 |
| Location: Betsey Mills
Club, 300 Fourth St., Marietta |
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| Date: May
3 |
| Event: Benefit
Yard Sale |
| All
proceeds benefit WASCO Walking Trail |
| Cost: |
Contact: Lynn
Harris |
| Time: 8am-4pm |
Phone: 740-373-3418 |
| Location: WASCO, 340
Muskingum Dr., Marietta |
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| Date: May
3 & 4 |
| Event: Annual
Springfest 2003 |
| Crafts,
flea markets, continuous entertainment variety of foods, prize drawings. |
| Cost: FREE |
Contact: Village of Lowell, Doug
Seese |
| Time: 10:00 am till dark |
Phone: (740) 896-2419 |
| Location: Buell Island
Park, Lowell, OH |
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| Date: May
4 |
| Event: Bluegrass
Concert - Evergreen Humanities Series |
| Raymond
McLain & Mike Stevens |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: WSCC |
| Time: 2pm |
Phone: 740-374-8716 |
| Location: Graham
Auditorium, Washington State Community College, Marietta |
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| Date: May
4 |
| Event: Spaghetti
Dinner |
| Proceeds to
Benefit the Historic Harmar Bridge Company. 50/50 Drawing Tickets may be
purchased from any Harmar Village Merchant or any Member of the Historic
Harmar Bridge Company |
| Cost: Adults - $8, 12 & Under -
$4 |
Contact: Barb Hartel |
| Time: 4:00pm - 8:00 pm |
Phone: 740-374-7447 |
| Location: Spagna's, 301
Gilman Ave., Marietta |
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| Date: May
8 |
| Event: Marietta
Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours |
| Networking
opportunity hosted by a different business each month |
| Cost: Call for information |
Contact: MACC |
| Time: 5:00 - 6:30 pm |
Phone: 740-373-5176 |
| Location: Lang's
Flooring, BF Goodrich Rd., Marietta |
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| Date: May
9 |
| Event: Selby
Hospital Plant Sale |
| A wide
variety of plants for flower gardens, borders, and hanging baskets on
sale in Selby Hospital parking lot. Used books and videos also
available. Proceeds benefit Friends of Selby Auxiliary. |
| Cost: |
Contact:
Pamela Goll |
| Time: 7am - 4 pm |
Phone: 740-568-2226 |
| Location: Selby
Hospital, 1106 Colegate Dr., Marietta |
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| Date: May
10 |
| Event: Preservation
Hall Jazz Band |
| Marietta
College Perspectives Series presents Preservation Hall Jazz band from
New Orelans. On the Mall at Marietta College. |
| Cost: |
Contact:
Marietta College |
| Time: 9pm |
Phone: 740-376-4760 |
| Location: Marietta
College - On the Mall at Fifth St., Marietta |
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| Date: May
10 |
| Event: Plant
and Rummage Sale |
| Annual
Welfare League event. Quality used items and plants for sale. Baked
goods available. All proceeds returned to the Mid Ohio Valley community
through grants. |
| Cost: |
Contact:
Penny Hall |
| Time: 8am - 12 noon |
Phone: 740-373-8820 |
| Location: St. Luke's
Episcopal Church, 320 Second St., Marietta |
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| Date: May
11 |
| Event: Mother's
Day Buffet |
| Treat Mom
to a delightful dining experience in elegant surroundings at the
Historic Lafayette Hotel. Extensive buffets will be set up in both the
dining room and the ballroom. Reservations are recommended. |
| Cost: |
Contact:
Lafayette |
| Time: 11am - 3pm |
Phone: 740-373-5522, 800-331-9336 |
| Location: Lafayette
Hotel, 101 Front Street, Marietta |
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| Date: May
11 |
| Event: Mother's
Day Cruise & Buffet |
| Relax and
treat Mom to a scenic cruise and delicious lunch buffet aboard an
authentic sternwheeler. |
| Cost: Call for information |
Contact: Jason or Peg Sands |
| Time: 12:30 - 2:30 pm |
Phone: 740-373-7862 |
| Location: Valley Gem
Sternwheeler, Front & Washington St. Landing, Marietta |
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| Date: May
12 |
| Event: Copacabana |
A lavishly
entertaining Windwood Theatricals
production - Vegas revue meets Broadway show. |
| Cost: Adults $25/Students $20 |
Contact: Smoot Theatre |
| Time: 8:00pm |
Phone: 304-422-7529 |
| Location: Smoot Theatre |
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| Date: May
13 |
| Event: The
Emperor's New Clothes |
| Columbus
Children's Theatre Touring Group brings this children's classic to life
with their interactive performance. Open seating available to the public
on first come, first served basis approximately 15 min. prior to
presentation. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Vicki Biddle |
| Time: Noon and 3:30 pm |
Phone: 740-374-8716 |
| Location: Graham
Auditorium, Washington State Community College |
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| Date: May
16-17 |
| Event: American
Cancer Society Relay for Life |
| A camp-out
celebration for teams who have raised funds for the American Cancer
Society. Teams walk a track for 24 hours to raise awareness of cancer
while entertainment, contests, workshops on cancer control and
fundraising is conducted on site. |
| Cost: Team fee for participation |
Contact: Pam Hanson |
| Time: |
Phone:
740-373-2331, ext.144 |
| Location: Civitan Park,
Belpre, Ohio |
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| Date: May
17 |
| Event: Herb
Day at the Castle |
| |
| Cost: |
Contact: The
Castle |
| Time: 9am - 2:30pm |
Phone: 740-373-4180 |
| Location: The Castle,
418 Fourth St., Marietta |
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| Date: May
17 |
| Event: Reggae
in May |
| Presented
by Blues, Jazz & Folk Music Society |
| Cost: |
Contact: BJFM |
| Time: 9pm |
Phone: 740-373-6640 |
| Location: Lafayette
Hotel, 101 Front St., Marietta |
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| Date: May
18 |
| Event: Chopin
& Liszt: The Music of Revolution |
| Spring
Salon Concert Series at the Castle with Trillium Trio |
| Cost: |
Contact: The
Castle |
| Time: 4-6pm |
Phone: 740-373-4180 |
| Location: The Castle,
418 Fourth St., Marietta |
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| Date: May
18 |
| Event: Spring
Concert |
| Presented
by the Evergreen Community Orchestra at Harvey Graham Auditorium |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: |
| Time: 3pm |
Phone: 304-375-4666 |
| Location: Washington
State Community College, 310 Colegate Dr., Marietta |
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| Date: May
23 |
| Event: Spring
into Summer Fun Fest |
| The Ohio
River Sternwheel Festival presents the first annual event featuring Rick
and the Allnighters and The Cobras. Bring your lawn chairs. |
| Cost: $5.00 |
Contact: Marietta CVB |
| Time: 6pm-11pm |
Phone: 740-373-5178, 800-288-2577 |
| Location: Lafayette
Hotel parking lot, 101 Front St., Marietta |
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| Date: May
23 - 26 |
| Event: Fenton
Gift Shop Memorial Day Sale |
| Great
storewide savings during this four day annual sales event. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Fenton Art Glass Gift Shop |
| Time: Gift Shop Hours |
Phone: (800) 319-7793 |
| Location: Fenton Art
Glass Gift Shop, 420 Caroline Ave. , Williamstown, WV |
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| Date: May
24 - July 25 |
| Event: Antique
Music Box Exhibit |
| A
world-class exhibit of antique music boxes by Music Box Society
International, including small musical watches and snuff boxes,
wonderful cylinder and disc players, and large band organs and
nickelodeons from the Roaring Twenties. |
| Cost: Regular admission |
Contact: Campus Martius Museum
740-373-3750/ The Castle 740-373-4180 |
| Time: |
Phone:
800-860-0145 |
| Location: Campus
Martius Museum, 601Second St. and The Castle, 418 Fourth St., Marietta |
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| Date: May
30,31 |
| Event: "Art" |
| Theatre at
Actors Guild Playhouse |
| Cost: |
Contact:
Actors Guild |
| Time: 8pm |
Phone: 304-485-1300 |
| Location: Actors Guild
Playhouse, 724 Market St., Parkersburg |
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| Date: May
31 |
| Event: Art
in the Village and Sidewalk Sales |
| |
| Cost: |
Contact: Barb
Hartel |
| Time: |
Phone: |
| Location:
Harmar Village, 100 Block of Maple Street, Marietta, OH |
June 2003 Events
Marietta / Washington County
Convention & Visitors Bureau |
|
| Date: Wednesdays
& Saturdays |
| Event: River
City Farmers Market |
| Handmade,
Homemade, and Homegrown products for sale! Farm fresh produce,
fruit, eggs, home baked bread, cookies, fudge, bedding plants,
fresh cut flowers, herbs, maple syrup, honey, cheese, local FDA
approved packaged & frozen beef, sausage, pork, lamb and
chevin,handmade crafts, and more. Support local farmers and
crafters and feed your family healthy foods! To be a vendor
contact Donna Betts at 740-585-2260. |
| Cost: FREE |
Contact: Donna Betts |
| Time: Wed. 4 pm - 6 pm;
Sat. 8 am - Noon |
Phone: 740-585-2260 |
| Location:
Corner of Third & Ohio Streets, under the Williamstown
Bridge onramp, Marietta |
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Page |
| Date: Saturdays |
| Event: Valley
Gem Sternwheeler Dinner Cruise |
| Enjoy
a delicious buffet, live entertainment and a two-hour boat ride
around Muskingum Island on the Ohio River. Heated/Air
Conditioned dining area. Relax on the upper deck and enjoy a
beautiful sunset as you glide through the beautiful Ohio at
dusk. A great way to unwind after a hectic work week. |
| Cost: $ 27.00 Adults; $13
Children |
Contact: Valley Gem |
| Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
Phone: 740-373-7862 |
| Location: Front
and Washington Street, Marietta |
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Page |
| Date: Saturdays
& Sundays |
| Event: Architectural
Walking Tours |
| Stroll
the historic streets of Marietta with a guide and learn about
the fascinating history of the unique architecture of the first
settlement in the Northwest Territory. Gothic Revival, Colonial
Revival and Italianate Villa are just a few of the architectural
styles found here. Held every Saturday and Sunday afternoon,
weather permitting. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: The Castle |
| Time: 1pm |
Phone: 740-373-4180 |
| Location: The
Castle 418 Fourth Street, Marietta |
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Page |
| Date: Every
Sunday |
| Event: Muskingum
River Locking Demonstration |
| Watch
the lock tenders at America's last hand-operated lock system
lock boats through in much the same way as it was done in 1841 .
Locks #2 Devola (just north of Marietta) through Lock #11 (south
of Dresden, OH) are participating in this live history
demonstration. Please note: Lock # 10 is closed for
maintenance. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Muskingum River
Parkway |
| Time: 2:30pm |
Phone: 740-674-4794 |
| Location: 9
Locks on the Muskingum River from Devola #2 to Dresden #11,
excluding Lock #10 |
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Page |
| Date: Every
Tuesday |
| Event: Music
by the River |
| Come
enjoy a evening of music, socializing and fun in Civitan Park. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: |
| Time:
7:30pm |
Phone: (740) 423-9226 |
| Location:
Civitan Park, Belpre, Ohio |
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Page |
| Date: Every
Thursday |
| Event: Mayor's
Music Series |
| Various
artists perform on Thursday evenings throughout the summer at
the Bandshell in Parkersburg City Park. Rain location -
horseshoe pit shelter |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Artsbridge |
| Time: 7:30pm |
Phone: (304) 428-3988 |
| Location:
Parkersburg City Park |
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Page |
| Date: Every
Thursday |
| Event: Music
in the Park |
| Bring
a lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy live music in East Muskingum
Park along the beautiful Muskingum River. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Marietta
Recreation Dept. |
| Time: 7:00pm |
Phone: (740) 373-1616 |
| Location: East
Muskingum Park, Front Street, Marietta, Ohio |
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Page |
| Date: Fridays
& Saturdays |
| Event: Music
on the Levee |
| This
is the 11th year for free performances on the Levee. Bring a
lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy the music and the view. |
| Cost: FREE |
Contact: Roger Kalter |
| Time: 7:00 pm |
Phone: 740-373-1784 |
| Location: Ohio
River Levee, Front & Greene Sts., Marietta |
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Page |
| Date: June
1-30 |
| Event: Antique
Doll Exhibit |
| |
| Cost:
Reguar Tour Admission |
Contact: Lynne Shuman |
| Time: Normal Tour Times |
Phone: (740) 373-4180 |
| Location: The
Castle, 418 Fourth Street, Marietta |
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Page |
| Date: June
7,8 |
| Event: White
Oak Settlement Celebrates Ohio's Bicentennial |
Family
History & Community Displays, Civil War era &
Pioneer Life Demonstrations, Quilt & Antique Displays,
Antique Power Show, Antique Tractor Pull, Vintage Car Show,
Horse Shows, 1860's Baseball Games, Old-Fashioned Games for
Children and Adults, Country, Gospel, and Folk Music, Calliope,
lots of good food and much more! |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Nancy Gribble or
Sue Kesterson |
| Time: Sat. 10-9, Sun. 10-5 |
Phone: 740-678-2350,
740-749-3285 |
| Location:
Barlow Fairgrounds, intersection of St. Rt. 550 and 339, Barlow,
OH |
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Page |
| Date: June
7 |
| Event: Festival
in the Park |
| Sponsored
by Red Cross of Washington County,this event is perfect for a
day of family fun. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Jo Seyler |
| Time: TBA |
Phone: 740-373-0281 |
| Location:
Muskingum Park, Front Street, Marietta |
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Page |
| Date: June
7 & 8 |
| Event: 3rd
Annual Victorian Garden Tour & Tea |
| All
proceeds are to benefit the Parkersburg Julia-Ann Square
Historic District. Stroll through the beautiful gardens and take
tea at your leisure. Large selection of pastries and desserts
with an assortment of iced and hot teas, coffee, and lemonade. A
plant sale with discounted perennials from the gardens on the
tour will be held throughout the weekend. |
| Cost: $15 per person |
Contact: |
| Time:
1pm -5pm |
Phone: (304) 422-8109 |
| Location: Call
for more information |
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Page |
| Date: June
10 |
| Event: Marietta
Area Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours |
| Networking
opportunity hosted by a different local business each month |
| Cost: Call for information |
Contact: MACC |
| Time: 5:00 - 6:30 pm |
Phone: 740-373-5176 |
| Location:
Heartland of Marietta, 2501 State Route 60, Marietta |
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Page |
| Date: June
13 |
| Event: Merchants
and Artists....A Walking Tour |
| Stroll
downtown Marietta - browse - explore - shop merchants and local
artists. Street entertainment, refreshments, fun |
| Cost: |
Contact:
Teri Ann Zide |
| Time: 6-9pm |
Phone: 740-373-7631 |
| Location:
Downtown Marietta |
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Page |
| Date: June
13 |
| Event: Art
Auction |
| Art
Review and Wine and Cheese tasting begins at 7:00, Auction
begins at 8:00. Fund raiser for Marietta Y.M.C.A. |
| Cost: $10 |
Contact: Karen Shaner |
| Time: 7pm |
Phone: 740-373-2250 |
| Location:
Lafayette Hotel, 101 Front Street, Marietta |
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Page |
| Date: June
13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 |
| Event: Over
the River and Through the Woods |
| Presented
by Mid Ohio Valley Players. Directed by Marian Kurner. |
| Cost: |
Contact:
MOVP |
| Time: 8:00 pm |
Phone: 740-374-9434 |
| Location:
Mid-Ohio Players Theatre |
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Page |
| Date: June
14, 15 |
| Event: Antique
& Classic Wooden Boat Show |
| Luman
Boat Owners Association and Antique and Classic Boat Society
present Ohio River Bicentennial Boat Show. Antique boats cruise
from Paden City, WV, and arrive in Marietta at 2pm on Friday.
Boats will be on display in the harbor and on land beginning at
2:00 Friday afternoon and continuing all day Saturday.
Spectators will have the opportunity to cast their vote for The
Peoples Choice Award. There will be an awards/dinner party
aboard the Showboat Becky Thatcher on Saturday evening for boat
owners and their guests. Entertainment by Lee Murdock, famous
Great Lakes and nautical ballad singer and storyteller. Open
registration for the show. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Bill or Sheila
Gilroy |
| Time: |
Phone:
304-652-8121 |
| Location:
Marietta Harbor, Downtown Marietta |
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Page |
| Date: June
20,21,26,28, |
| Event: Lily,
the Virtuous Seamstress, or..She was so good she never dropped a
stitch! |
| This
delightful musical melodrama by Alice McDonald will keep you in
stitches! Music and lyrics by Carol Zadnik. |
| Cost: Adults-$12, Srs./students-$10,
Children-$5 |
Contact: Jena Blair |
| Time: 8:00 pm |
Phone: 877-sho-boat |
| Location:
Showboat Becky Thatcher |
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Page |
| Date: June
21 |
| Event: Lily,
the Virtuous Seamstress, or..She was so good she never dropped a
stitch! |
| This
delightful musical melodrama by Alice McDonald will keep you in
stitches! Music & lyrics by Carol Zadnik. |
| Cost: Adults-$12, Srs./Students-$10,
Under 12-$5 |
Contact: Jena Blair |
| Time: 2:00 pm |
Phone: 877-sho-boat |
| Location:
Showboat Becky Thatcher |
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Page |
| Date: June
23 - 27 |
| Event: Historic
Escapades |
| A
full day of Historic Hands-on activities for students in grades
3-5. Crafts, games,tours, tidbits, music, carriage rides, and
fashions. Registration fee includes all materials, instructors
and food. |
| Cost: $20 per day per
student, members $17.50 |
Contact: Lynne Shuman |
| Time: 9am - 3:30pm |
Phone: (740) 373 - 4180 |
| Location: The
Castle, 418 Fourth Street, Marietta |
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Page |
| Date: June
27 |
| Event: Showtime
Aboard the Showboat, or...Don't Throw the Actors Overboard! |
| A
melodrama musical by Sheila Smolensky |
| Cost: Adult-$12, Srs./Students-$10,
Under 12-$5 |
Contact: Jena Blair |
| Time: 8:00pm |
Phone: 877-sho-boat |
| Location:
Showboat Becky Thatcher |
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Page |
| Date: June
28 |
| Event: Showtime
Aboard the Showboat, or...Don't throw the Actors Overboard! |
| A
melodrama musical by Sheila Smolensky |
| Cost: Adu;y-$12, Srs/Students-$10,
Under 12-$5 |
Contact: Jena Blair |
| Time: 2:00pm |
Phone: 877-sho-boat |
| Location:
Showboat Becky Thatcher |
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Page |
| Date: June
27 - Aug. 10 |
| Event: Fenton
Art Glass Annual Tent Sale |
| Come
under the Big Top for a substantial savings on world-famous
handcrafted Fenton Glass all summer long. Great selection and
progressive weekly discounts! |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Fenton Art Glass
Gift Shop |
| Time: Gift Shop Hours |
Phone: (800) 319-7793 |
| Location:
Fenton Art Glass Gift Shop, 420 Caroline Ave., Williamstown, WV |
July 2003 Events
Marietta / Washington County
Convention & Visitors Bureau |
|
| Date: Wednesdays
and Saturdays |
| Event: River
City Farmers Market |
| Handmade,
homemade, and homegrown products for sale! Farm fresh
produce, fruit, eggs, home baked bread, cookies, fudge,
maple syrup, honey, cheese, FDA approved and packaged
local frozen beef, sausage, pork, lamb and chevin.
Bedding plants, fresh cut flowers, herbs, handmade
crafts, and more. Support local farmers and crafters and
feed your family healthy foods! To be a vendor contact
Donna Betts at 740-585-2260. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Donna
Betts |
| Time: Wed. 4 pm - 6
pm; Sat. 8 am - Noon |
Phone: 740-585-2260 |
| Location:
Corner of Third & Ohio Streets, under the
Williamstown Bridge onramp, Marietta |
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of Page |
| Date: Saturdays
June - October |
| Event: Valley
Gem Sternwheeler Dinner Cruise |
| Enjoy
a delicious buffet, live entertainment and a two-hour
boat ride around Muskingum Island on the Ohio River.
Heated/Air Conditioned dining area. Relax on the upper
deck and enjoy a beautiful sunset as you glide through
the beautiful Ohio at dusk. A great way to unwind after
a hectic work week. |
| Cost: $ 27.00
Adults; $13 Children |
Contact: Valley Gem |
| Time: 5:30 pm -
7:30 pm |
Phone: 740-373-7862 |
| Location:
Front and Washington Street, Marietta |
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of Page |
| Date: Saturdays
& Sundays |
| Event: Architectural
Walking Tours |
| Stroll
the historic streets of Marietta with a guide and learn
about the fascinating history of the unique architecture
of the first settlement in the Northwest Territory.
Gothic Revival, Colonial Revival and Italianate Villa
are just a few of the architectural styles found here.
Held every Saturday and Sunday afternoon, weather
permitting. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: The Castle |
| Time: 1pm |
Phone: 740-373-4180 |
| Location:
The Castle 418 Fourth Street, Marietta |
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| Date: Every
Sunday |
| Event: Muskingum
River Locking Demonstration |
| Watch
the lock tenders at America's last hand-operated lock
system lock boats through in much the same way as it was
done in 1841 . Locks #3 (Lowell) through Lock #11 (south
of Dresden, OH) are participating in this live history
demonstration. Please note: Lock #2 and Lock #10 are
closed for maintenance. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Muskingum
River Parkway |
| Time: 2:30pm |
Phone: 740-674-4794 |
| Location:
Locks on the Muskingum River from Lowell #3 to Dresden
#11, with the exception of Lock #10 |
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| Date: Through
Aug. 10 |
| Event: Fenton
Art Glass Annual Tent Sale |
| Come
under the Big Top for substantial savings on
world-famous handcrafted Fenton Glass all summer long.
Great selection and progressive weekly discounts! |
| Cost: |
Contact:
Fenton |
| Time: |
Phone:
800) 319-7793 |
| Location:
420 Caroline Ave. Williamstown, WV |
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| Date: Every
Tuesday |
| Event: Music
by the River |
| Come
enjoy a evening of music, socializing and fun in Civitan
Park. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: |
| Time:
7:30pm |
Phone: (740)
423-9226 |
| Location:
Civitan Park, Belpre, Ohio |
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| Date: Every
Thursday |
| Event: Concerts
in the Park |
| Various
artists perform on Thursday evenings throughout the
summer at the Bandshell in Parkersburg City Park. Rain
location - horseshoe pit shelter |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Artsbridge |
| Time: 7:30pm |
Phone: (304)
428-3988 |
| Location:
Parkersburg City Park |
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| Date: Every
Thursday |
| Event: Music
in the Park |
| Bring
a lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy live music in East
Muskingum Park along the beautiful Muskingum River. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Marietta
Recreation Dept. |
| Time: 7:00pm |
Phone: (740)
373-1616 |
| Location:
East Muskingum Park, Front Street, Marietta, Ohio |
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| Date: Fridays
& Saturdays |
| Event: Music
on the Levee |
| Bring
a lawn chair or a blanket and join us at the Ohio River
Levee for a live musical performance. Relax, have an ice
cream, and enjoy the view! |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Roger
Kalter |
| Time: 7:00 pm |
Phone: (740)
373-1784 |
| Location:
Ohio River Levee, Front & Greene Sts., Marietta |
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| Date: July
2, 5, 10, 16, 25, 31 |
| Event: Showtime
Aboard the Showboat, or...Don't throw the Actors
Overboard! |
| A
melodrama musical by Sheila Smolensky |
| Cost: Audlts-$12,
Srs./Students-$10, Under 12-$5 |
Contact: Jena Blair |
| Time: 8:00pm |
Phone: 877-sho-boat |
| Location:
Showboat Becky Thatcher |
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| Date: July
3,9,15,19,22,30 |
| Event: Lily,
the Virtuous Seamstress, or...She was so good she never
dropped a stitch! |
| This
delightful musical melodrama by Alice McDonald will keep
you in stitches! Music and lyrics by Carol Zadnik |
| Cost: Adults-$12,
Srs/Students-$10, Under 12-$5 |
Contact: Jena Blair |
| Time: 8:00 pm |
Phone: 877-sho-boat |
| Location:
Showboat Becky Thatcher |
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| Date: July
4 |
| Event: Red,
White & Blues Festival |
| An
all-time favorite blues festival! Great music and
concessions. Bring a lawn chair - groove and move to the
Blues! All proceeds benefit the Friends of Front Street. |
| Cost: $5.00
donation |
Contact: Marie
Seevers |
| Time: 6:00 pm -
Midnight |
Phone: 740-374-6209 |
| Location:
Lafayette Hotel, 101 Front Street, Marietta |
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| Date: July
4 |
| Event: Marietta
4th of July Parade |
Parade
Route:
4th to Putnam, left on Second Street, right on Butler at
Tiber Way, right on Front Street and follow to the
Gazebo at Muskingum Park.
Sponsored by the AmVets Post 1788 of Marietta |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: James
Rhodes |
| Time: 10:00am |
Phone: (740)
473-2232 |
| Location:
Downtown, Marietta, Ohio |
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| Date: July
4-5 |
| Event: Marietta
Riverfront Roar |
| The
hottest race boats in the world unleash full-bore
exhilaration during professional powerboat racing!
Experience the thrill of SuperLeague racing on the Ohio
River Levee! |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Marietta /
Washington County CVB |
| Time: 10:00 am -
4:00 pm |
Phone:
1-800-288-2577 |
| Location:
Ohio River Levee, Front & Ohio Streets, Marietta |
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| Date: July
5 |
| Event: Bearfest
5 |
| Annual
Birthday Celebration of local radio station 103.1,The
Bear Follow the thump of the bass and the shine of
chrome to the SPL Car Audio Contest and USACI sanctioned
Car Show. Registration from 8am-10am. Sponsored by The
Bargain Corner. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Jim Sweezy |
| Time: Noon - 10pm |
Phone: (304)
485-4565 |
| Location:
Grand Central Mall, Grand Central Ave., Vienna, WV |
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| Date: July
11, 17, 23, 26 |
| Event: Showdown
at the Rainbow Ranch |
| a
musical melodrama/comedy by Charles H. Randall Music
& Lyrics by Joan LeGro Bushnell |
| Cost: Adults-$12,
Srs./Students-$10, Under 12-$5 |
Contact: Jena Blair |
| Time: 8:00 pm |
Phone: 877-sho-boat |
| Location:
Showboat Becky Thatcher |
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| Date: July
11 |
| Event: Children's
Concert |
| Family
and children's folk music by The Prairie Orchids.
Sponsored by Artsbridge. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Artsbridge |
| Time: 12 noon -
1:00pm |
Phone: 304-428-3988 |
| Location:
Mid Ohio Valley Players Theater, 3rd & Putnam St.,
Marietta |
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| Date: July
11, 12 |
| Event: Band
Organ Rally |
| Marietta
is filled with the happiest mucic on earth. Carousel
band organs, street organs, European fair organs,
calliopes, and hurdy gurdy play throughout the downtown
area. Presented by Mid-America Chapter - Musical Box
Society |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Marietta/Wahington
Co. Convention & Visitors Bureau |
| Time: 10am-9pm
Fri./ 10am-4pm Sat. |
Phone: 740-373-5178 |
| Location:
Downtown Marietta |
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| Date: July
11 |
| Event: Merchants
& Artists Walk |
| Various
artists display and demonstrate their work at the shops
of local merchants throughout the downtown area.
Refreshments, musical entertainment, and shopping
opportunities. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact: Teri Ann's |
| Time: 6:00pm -
9:00pm |
Phone: (740)
373-763 |
| Location:
Downtown Shopping District, Marietta, Ohio |
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| Date: July
12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 |
| Event: Hee
Haw Hayride |
| Mid
Ohio Valley Junior Players |
| Cost: |
Contact:
MOVP |
| Time: 8:00 pm |
Phone: 740-374-9434 |
| Location:
Mid-Ohio Players Theatre |
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| Date: July
12 |
| Event: Showdown
at the Rainbow Ranch |
| A
musical melodrama/comedy by Charles H. Randall |
| Cost: Adults-$12,
Srs./Students-$10, Under 12-$5 |
Contact: Jena Blair |
| Time: 2:00 pm |
Phone: 877-sho-boat |
| Location:
Showboat Becky Thatcher |
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| Date: July
12 |
| Event: Ohio's
Bicentennial Birthday Cake Competition |
| A
delightful addition to the many festivities planned for
Marietta/Washington County's Ohio Bicentennial Salute.
Call for information. |
| Cost: Free |
Contact:
Marietta/Washington Co. Convention & Visitors Bureau |
| Time: 10am-4pm |
Phone: 740-373-5178 |
| Location:
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| Date: July
12 |
| Event: USO
Show & Veterans' Reception |
| |
| Cost:
Free |
Contact:
Marietta/Washington Co. Convention & Visitors Bureau |
| Time: 4:30pm - 7pm |
Phone: 740-373-5178 |
| Location:
Armory Lawn, Front Street, Marietta |
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| Date: July
12 |
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