Category Archives: Marietta Square

Rediscovering Saturdays on the Square

May 13, 2006 – 1:39 pm

Having lived within two miles of the Marietta Square for the better part of two decades, my memories of this historic place are innumerable to say the least. One of my favorite childhood memories to recall is how my mother and I would spend Saturdays on the Square. With morning chores and dance lessons over, [...]

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Strand Theater Renovation Project: Update

May 9, 2006 – 10:17 pm

The Cobb Commission voted Tuesday to approve a $250,000 grant toward the Square’s Strand Theater renovation fund. However, the money won’t be given until the “Friends of the Strand” has raised $2 million (of a $5 million goal) . Friends president, Earl Smith, has suggested that tax revenue could be contributed to the fund, which [...]

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Mayretta Daze / Art in the Park : Reactions?

May 7, 2006 – 10:50 pm

So, now that the weekend’s over, what were your thoughts about Mayretta Daze, Mayretta?? Let us know what you thought about the whole show….. certain artists that caught your attention, some new piece of art you bought, something that got under your skin….whatever you want to share with your fellow neighbors. This was supposed to [...]

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Marietta Square’s Strand Theatre Renovation Progress

May 6, 2006 – 8:55 am
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Focus On: Marietta Master Chorale

May 4, 2006 – 11:05 pm
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May-retta Daze

May 4, 2006 – 10:21 pm

This weekend, the Square plays host to yet another springtime tradition – Mayretta Daze. The arts and crafts bonanza will be held Saturday from 10am-6pm and Sunday from 11am-5pm. Admission is free. Come out and support our local artisans! Call 770.794.5609 for more information.

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Weekend in Review: Spring Is Officially Here

May 4, 2006 – 9:40 am

Since ancient times, spring has long been celebrated as a season of new life. And though the calendar marks the beginning of spring in late March, it never seems to officially begin until the Square and the city of Marietta are brought back to life. On a social calendar, this was the weekend that spring [...]

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Marietta, Southern Polytechnic partner to improve Powder Springs Street

May 2, 2006 – 11:53 am

We just got an alert that the city is working with the Southern Polytechnic School of Architecture to redesign and make improvements along Powder Springs Street. This is a much needed effort and will really help in the city’s redevelopment surge. What are your thoughts and opinions on the Power Springs street corridor today? What [...]

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Get a Taste of the Blog!

April 30, 2006 – 9:20 am

Good morning everyone, today, Sunday, 4/30 is the much awaited Taste of Marietta. The WhitlockAvenue.com team will be out handing out “Blog What?” magnets and handouts to let the community know about our interactive site about Historic Marietta. For those of you that are just visiting us for the first time today, let me welcome [...]

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Blue Angels: Prepare for Take-off

April 28, 2006 – 10:09 am
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