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Marietta City School Calendar 2022-2023

The Marietta City School Calendar for the 2022 to 2023 school year begins on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 and ends on Friday, May 26, 2023.

School holidays:

  • First Day of School – August 3, 2022
  • Labor Day – September 5, 2022
  • Fall Break – September 26 – 30, 2022
  • Thanksgiving Break – November 21 – 25, 2022
  • Winter Break –  December 19, 2022 to January 3, 2023
  • Martin Luther King Jr Day – January 16, 2023
  • Mid-Winter Break – February 20 – 24, 2023
  • Spring Break – April 3 – 7, 2023
  • Last Day of School – May 26, 2023

School Calendar Guidelines and Notes:
State law requires that students are in school 180 days or its equivalent. Each year, school districts are given four “emergency days” they can use for a variety of purposes. Many districts have been building those days into their calendars.  In Marietta City Schools, there are 178 days scheduled for students, and 190 days scheduled for teachers.  The first semester includes 86 school days (96 for teachers) and ends prior to Winter Break.  Second semester includes 92 school days (95 for teachers), and ends prior to Memorial Day.  Fall Break begins on the fourth Monday in September.  Mid-Winter Break begins on the third Monday in February (Presidents Day).  Spring Break begins on the first Monday in April, providing consistency with other metro school systems.

Change Log:

May 24, 2022

  • Holiday Break is now called Winter Break
  • Post planning days were removed from June 1 and 2, 2023
  • 1 preplanning day was added to July, 2022 to take place sometime between July 5-20, to be scheduled by school.

Cobb County School Calendars:
Cobb County School Calendar 2024-2025
Cobb County School Calendar 2023-2024
Cobb County School Calendar 2022-2023
Cobb County School Calendar 2021-2022

Marietta City School Calendars:
Marietta City School Calendar 2023-2024
Marietta City School Calendar 2022-2023
Marietta City School Calendar 2021-2022


Related:
Cobb County and Marietta City School Calendars
Cobb County Early Release Schedule
What day does Cobb County go back to school?
Cobb County and Marietta City Schools
List of Federal Holidays
Fall Break
Winter Break
Spring Break
Summer Camps
Private Schools

Marietta City School Calendar 2023-2024

The Marietta City School Calendar for the 2023 to 2024 school year begins on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 and ends on Thursday, May 23, 2024.

School holidays:

  • First Day of School – August 2, 2023
  • Labor Day – September 4, 2023
  • Fall Break – September 25 – 29, 2023
  • Thanksgiving Break – November 20 – 24, 2023
  • Holiday Break –  December 20, 2023 to January 3, 2024
  • Martin Luther King Jr Day – January 15, 2024
  • Winter Break – February 19 – 23, 2024
  • Spring Break – April 1 – 5, 2024
  • Last Day of School – May 23, 2024

School Calendar Guidelines and Notes:
State law requires that students are in school 180 days or its equivalent. Each year, school districts are given four “emergency days” they can use for a variety of purposes. Many districts have been building those days into their calendars.  In Marietta City Schools, there are 178 days scheduled for students, and 190 days scheduled for teachers.  The first semester includes 88 school days (96 for teachers) and ends prior to Winter Holidays.  Second semester includes 90 school days (93 for teachers), and ends prior to Memorial Day.  Fall Break begins on the fourth Monday in September.  Winter Break begins on the third Monday in February (Presidents Day).  Spring Break begins on the first Monday in April, providing consistency with other metro school systems.

Change Log:

May 17, 2022

  • “Holiday Break” was renamed “Winter Break”
  • Post planning days were removed from May 29 and 30, 2024
  • One pre planning day was added to July, 2023 to take place sometime between July 5-20, to be scheduled by school.

June 23, 2022

  • Independence Day was added to July 4, 2023.
  • “Professional Learning” was renamed “Professional Learning Day” for November 7, 2023.
  • Post planning days were added back to May 29 and 30, 2024 in calendar notes but not noted in color on the calendar.
  • Juneteenth was added for July 19, 2024.

Cobb County School Calendars:
Cobb County School Calendar 2023-2024
Cobb County School Calendar 2024-2025
Cobb County School Calendar 2025-2026

Marietta City School Calendars:
Marietta City School Calendar 2023-2024
Marietta City School Calendar 2024-2025
Marietta City School Calendar 2025-2026


Related:
Cobb County and Marietta City School Calendars
Cobb County Early Release Schedule
What day does Cobb County go back to school?
Cobb County and Marietta City Schools
List of Federal Holidays
Fall Break
Winter Break
Spring Break
Summer Camps
Private Schools

Noshfest

Noshfest last took place September 4-5, 2022 at Temple Kol Emeth in Marietta after a two year break.  Noshfest – a taste of Jewish food and fun (formerly Nibble & Noshfest) was a two day event blending food, fun, culture, and entertainment in a welcoming atmosphere. The event featured Jewish food sold in sample sized portions priced from $1 to $5.   The event also included children’s activities, craft vendors and live entertainment.

There were many events for children, including a kid’s zone complete with inflatables, games and face painting. There was dancing and live music throughout both days. Enjoy special entertainment with bands and DJ music.

Participating Food & Drink Vendors in 2022:

  • Alumni Cookie Dough – Cookie Dough Bites and Scoops, Cookie Dough Push Pops, Cookie Dough Pie
  • Aunt Zesty’s – Freshly squeezed, all natural artisan Lemonade
  • Bagelicious – Plain, Everything, and Cinnamon Raisin Bagels; Plain and Lox Cream Cheese; White Fish Salad and Lox
  • Biscuits n Brunch – Brisket on a Biscuit, Chicken Biscuit, Spicy Chicken Biscuit, Sweet Biscuit Balls
  • Noshfest Eats – Noodle Kugel, Potato Knish, Cheese Blintz, Dr. Brown’s sodas, Bagels with Cream Cheese, Smoked Salmon Lox and White Fish Salad
  • Noshfest Sweets – Black and White Cookies, Rugelach, Rainbow Cakes, Hamentashen, Babka, Halvah
  • Noshfest Meats – Pastrami on Rye Corned Beef on Rye, Sauerkaraut, Hebrew National Hot Dogs, Chopped Liver, Kosher Dill Pickles
  • Shish Kabob Mediterranean Grill – Pita and Hummus, Koobideh, Gyro Falafel

Craft Vendors:
A variety of arts and crafts vendors were on hand to display and offer their products for sale.

Sanctuary Tours:
Opportunities were available to learn about the Jewish culture through interactive exhibits and tour the sanctuary with a member of the ritual committee.  Sunday and Monday at 1pm and 3pm

Admission:
Free.  Patrons were encouraged to bring two canned foods per family to be donated to MUST; visitors purchased tickets to pay for the food samples that range from $1 – $5.

Date:
No event scheduled after 2022

Sunday September 4, 2022 from 11am – 5pm
Monday September 5, 2022 from 11am – 5pm
Rain or Shine

Address:
Temple Kol Emeth
Corner of Old Canton and Sewell Mill Road
1415 Old Canton Rd
Marietta, GA, 3006

Parking:
Free parking was available at the Eastminster Presbyterian Church across the street and at the Olde Mille shopping center at the corner of Roswell Road and Old Canton Road.

For more information, please call (404) 580-4928 or visit NoshFest.com.

Nibble and Noshfest

2025 Memorial Day Ceremony

The National Memorial Day Association of Georgia is hosting the Marietta Memorial Day Ceremony at the Marietta National Cemetery. The event takes place each Memorial Day at noon, offering a heartfelt tribute to our Veterans who valiantly served and made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation’s freedom. The ceremony promises a moving experience with patriotic melodies, the presentation of colors, prayers, a gun salute, and speeches. Veterans and the general public are invited to join in honoring our nation’s heroes.

The ceremony features the posting of the colors, symbolizing the valor and dedication of our armed forces. As we pause to remember those who have served, solemn prayers unite us in reflection and gratitude. A gun salute punctuates the proceedings, in tribute to those who have fallen in service to our nation.

Throughout the ceremony, speakers share their insights and experiences, reminding us of the resilience and courage exhibited by our Veterans. Their words echo the sentiments of a grateful nation and underscore the importance of preserving the memory of those who have contributed to our country’s legacy of freedom.

This ceremony is open to all Veterans and the general public. It is an opportunity for the community to pay our respect to those who have selflessly served our country.

Date:
Monday, May 26, 2025

Time:
Noon

Admission:
Free

Address:
Marietta National Cemetery
500 Washington Avenue Northeast
Marietta, GA 30060

For more information, please call (404) 510-4668.

About the The National Memorial Day Association of Georgia and The Avenue of Flags, Inc
The National Memorial Day Association of Georgia and The Avenue of Flags, Inc, is a registered nonprofit organization qualified under Section 501 © (3). The organization was founded on March 16, 1946, in Atlanta, Georgia. It is composed of individual Patron Members and of Member Organizations who wish to remember and honor the men and women who have served in the United States of America Armed Forces, the many who have given their lives to protect our freedom, the many who are now deceased, and those currently serving in the Armed Forces.

Cobb County School Calendar 2021-2022

The Cobb County School Calendar for the 2021 to 2022 school year begins on Monday, August 2, 2021 and ends on Wednesday, May 25, 2022.  The start date is 1 day earlier than last year, and the end date is also 1 day earlier than last year.

School holidays:

  • First Day of School – August 2, 2021
  • Labor Day – September 6, 2021
  • Fall Break – September 27 – October 1, 2021
  • Election Day, Student Holiday/Staff Workday – November 2, 2021
  • Thanksgiving Holidays – November 22 – 25, 2021
  • Winter Holidays –  December 20, 2021 to January 4, 2022
  • Martin Luther King Jr Day – January 17, 2022
  • Winter Break – February 21 – 25, 2022
  • Spring Break – April 4 – 8, 2022
  • Last Day of School – May 25, 2022

School Calendar Guidelines and Notes:
State law requires that students are in school 180 days or its equivalent. Each year, school districts are given four “emergency days” they can use for a variety of purposes. Many districts have been building those days into their calendars.  In Cobb County, there are 178 days scheduled for students, and 188 days scheduled for teachers.  The first semester includes 88 school days (94 for teachers) and ends prior to Winter Holidays.  Second semester includes 90 school days (94 for teachers), and ends prior to Memorial Day.  Fall Break begins on the fourth Monday in September.  Winter Break begins on the third Monday in February (Presidents Day).  Spring Break begins on the first Monday in April, providing consistency with other metro school systems.  The school year ends on a Wednesday to provide enough time to schedule graduation ceremonies.

Cobb County School Calendars:
Cobb County School Calendar 2024-2025
Cobb County School Calendar 2023-2024
Cobb County School Calendar 2022-2023
Cobb County School Calendar 2021-2022

Marietta City School Calendars:
Marietta City School Calendar 2023-2024
Marietta City School Calendar 2022-2023
Marietta City School Calendar 2021-2022


Related:
Cobb County and Marietta City School Calendars
Cobb County Early Release Schedule
What day does Cobb County go back to school?
Cobb County and Marietta City Schools
List of Federal Holidays
Fall Break
Winter Break
Spring Break
Summer Camps
Private Schools

Marietta City School Calendar 2021-2022

The Marietta City School Calendar for the 2021 to 2022 school year begins on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 and ends on Thursday, May 26, 2022.

School holidays:

  • First Day of School – August 3, 2021
  • Labor Day – September 6, 2021
  • Fall Break – September 27 – October 1, 2021
  • Thanksgiving Break – November 22 – 26, 2021
  • Holiday Break Winter Break –  December 20, 2021 to January 4, 2022
  • Martin Luther King Jr Day – January 17, 2022
  • Winter Break Mid-Winter Break – February 21 – 25, 2022
  • Spring Break – April 4 – 8, 2022
  • Last Day of School – May 26, 2022

Change Log:

March 14, 2022

  • Holiday Break is now called Winter Break
  • Winter Break is now called Mid-Winter Break

Cobb County School Calendars:
Cobb County School Calendar 2024-2025
Cobb County School Calendar 2023-2024
Cobb County School Calendar 2022-2023
Cobb County School Calendar 2021-2022

Marietta City School Calendars:
Marietta City School Calendar 2023-2024
Marietta City School Calendar 2022-2023
Marietta City School Calendar 2021-2022


Related:
Cobb County and Marietta City School Calendars
Cobb County Early Release Schedule
What day does Cobb County go back to school?
Cobb County and Marietta City Schools
List of Federal Holidays
Spring Break
Winter Break
Summer Camps
Private Schools

2025 May-retta Daze Arts, Crafts, & Music Festival

May-retta Daze is an annual arts, crafts, and music festival that takes place at Glover Park in historic Marietta Square on the first weekend in May. The festival features exhibitors and artists showcasing handmade goods including painting, pottery, woodwork, metal, glass, fabric, soap, candles and more. All work is made and displayed by the artist, and the event draws both local Georgia artists as well as artists from around the Southeast.

Additional Activities:
The event includes live acoustic music by many local artists performing on the Glover Park stage.  On Saturday, the Marietta Square Farmers Market is near the Square at the Mill Street Parking Lot from 9 am to noon.

May-retta Derby Daze Hat Parade
Celebrate Kentucky Derby Day by dressing up in your best Derby attire and wearing your most creative, hand-made hat. Meet at the Glover Park Gazebo at 11 am for a 11:30 am post time. No pre-sign-up required. Prizes will be awarded to those with the most unique designs, so get creative.

Date and Time:
Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 10 am to 7 pm
Sunday, May 4, 2025 from 11 am to 5 pm

Schedule:

  • Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm – Arts & Crafts Show, Kid’s Zone, Festival Food
  • Saturday from 10 am to 7 pm – Music Festival performances by local musicians on the Glover Park stage
  • Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm – Arts & Crafts Show, Kid’s Zone, Festival Food
  • Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm – Music Festival by local musicians on the Glover Park stage

Location:
Glover Park and the Historic Marietta Square
50 Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060

Parking:
Marietta Square Parking

Applications:
Performing Artist Application
Volunteer Application

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For more information, please call the Marietta Parks & Recreation department at (770) 794-5601.

What is May-retta?
May-retta is the traditional pronunciation of Marietta, although now it is more commonly pronounced Mary-etta. May-retta Daze (Marietta Days) is a festival featuring artists and their arts and crafts that are produced without machines, manufacturing and mass-production.

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For more information, please call the Marietta Parks & Recreation department at (770) 794-5601.

 

Shamrock Shuffle

Shamrock Shuffle racers
race photo courtesy mariettaga.gov

The Marietta Shamrock Shuffle is a 5k run-walk event commencing and ending in the beautiful Marietta Square. Runners and walkers of all skill levels are encouraged to join in on the fun. The event is a Peachtree Road Race qualifier and all proceeds benefit the Marietta Police Athletic League’s  youth sports, academic and recreation programs.

Marietta Police Athletic League’s target population consists of youth who reside within the City of Marietta. Police Athletic League currently serves nearly 400 youth annually through sports, recreation, mentoring and education programs.

Date:
Saturday, March 15, 2025

Time:
8 am to 10 am
(welcome & warm-up at 7:30am)

Admission:
Early registration is available now through February 2, 2025 for just $35.
$45 starting February 3, 2025

Location:
Starts and ends in Marietta Square
75 East Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060

Parking:
Marietta Square Parking
Parking is available at any of the city parking garages or parking lot near the Marietta Square, but please be aware of road closures. City Parking Garages are no longer free. The roads that go around the square part of the square (North Park, and East Park) will be closed from early morning until at least 9:00 a.m. The roads on the race route will close at 7:30 a.m.

For more information, please call (404) 747-4095 or visit mariettashamrockshuffle.com.

Student and teacher holiday to celebrate the World Series Champion Braves

From the Cobb County School District:

“In celebration of the hometown team’s World Series Championship, and in partnership with surrounding districts, all Cobb schools will be closed on Friday, November 5.

The Atlanta Braves parade and celebratory events will occur in Cobb County during the day and this holiday will also keep anticipated high traffic, throughout Cobb County, as manageable as possible for everyone who lives in Cobb.

Friday will be a student and teacher holiday while all annual and hourly staff will receive direction from their direct supervisor. After-school program (ASP) will not be available and Friday night athletic activities will remain as scheduled.”

Cobb County School System Fall Break

Fall Break for the 2024-2025 school year takes place from Monday, September 23 to Friday, September 27, 2024.  The break begins on the fourth Monday in September.   Including the weekends, the Fall Break spans from Saturday, September 21 through Sunday, September 29, 2024.

Previous Fall Breaks:

In 2023, fall break took place from Monday, September 25 to Friday, September 29, 2023.

In 2022, fall break took place from Monday, September 26 to Friday, September 30, 2022.

In 2021, fall break took place from Monday, September 27 to Friday, October 1, 2021.

In 2020, fall break took place from Monday, September 28 to Friday, October 2, 2020.

In 2019, fall break took place from Monday, September 23 to Friday, September 27, 2019.

In 2018, fall break took place from Monday, September 24 to Friday, September 28, 2018.


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