When you live in Cobb County homes near Historic Marietta Square, there is always something going on, but during the holiday season, it just gets better! From visits with St. Nick to tree lightings, there is lots of festive fun to enjoy near your Marietta new home.

Glover Park Christmas Tree Lighting

Kick-off the holiday season with Santa and Mrs. Claus as they light the giant Christmas tree in Glover Park this Thursday, Dec. 5. Families are encouraged to arrive on the Square around 5 p.m. as local school choruses will perform Christmas carols. Santa will arrive at 5:20 p.m. to begin photos with children who eagerly wait to share this year’s wish list. While Santa will be available for photos at the gazebo until 8 p.m., he will take a quick break to light the tree at 6 p.m. For more information on this popular holiday tradition, click here.

Santa on the Square

Beginning this Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013, Santa’s workshop will open at Glover Park in Historic Marietta Square. The workshop is a great opportunity for children to meet Santa and have a photo taken. Hours for this year’s Workshop are:

• Saturday, Dec. 7 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sunday, Dec. 8 – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Saturday, Dec. 14 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sunday, Dec. 15 – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Thursday, Dec. 19 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Friday, Dec. 20 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Saturday, Dec. 21 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sunday, Dec. 22 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Monday, Dec. 23 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

While you stop by to visit Santa, don’t forget to stroll through the many shops and restaurants for seasonal delights. For more information on Santa’s Workshop, visit www.mariettaga.gov.

The Marietta Pilgrimage

2013 marks the 27^th anniversary of the Marietta Pilgrimage and this year’s Christmas Home Tour is better than ever. This year’s tour features six homes conveniently located in the historic districts that surround the Marietta Square. In addition to the six private homes, several of the historic public buildings will be open for tours, including The Marlow House, First Presbyterian Church, Root House Museum, Kennesaw House and much more. Tours during the day will take place on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. There is also a beautiful candlelight tour that will showcase three of the six homes on Saturday from 7 to 9:30 p.m. For more information, including a map of the tour homes and ticket prices, visit www.mariettapilgrimage.com.

With its many delicious restaurants, trendy boutiques and amazing entertainment, Historic Marietta Square is a vibrant area with something for everyone. Currently, we are offering beautiful single-family homes within walking distance of the Historic Marietta Square at Montgomery Park. Marietta new homes at Montgomery Park showcase 2,000 to 3,000 square feet of living space and are priced from the low-$300,000s.

Upon completion, Montgomery Park will feature 45 single-family homes with a traditional neighborhood design that features relaxed open space with a neighborhood park, dog park and sidewalks throughout. For more information on this unique community, call 678-391-9492 or visit the Traton Homes website today!