Making a return
After an absence of almost six years, the Weirton Area Museum and Cultural Center is working to revive the Festival of Nations, with plans for the event to be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 22, 2025, at the Millsop Community Center. Plans include performances, foods and displays representing multiple nationalities. Members of the festival planning committee include, in front from left, JK Luthra and Despina Melonas; center, Connie Hajioannou, DeeAnn Pulliam, and Argiro Latousakis; and in back, Paul Zuros, Eli Dragisich, Dennis Jones, Ed DiBacco, Ed Giacchino, Joe Stankiewicz, and Bob Kelley. The committee will next meet at 5 p.m., Dec. 16 at the Weirton Museum.
— Contributed