Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

English Conversations -- Adults
2025-11-19 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults. Need to practice conversing in English.

Wednesdays in March @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays in April @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays in May @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays in June @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays in July @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays in August @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays in September @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays in October @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays in November @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, December 3 & 17 @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays in January @ 10:30 a.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Beginner Spanish -- Adults (Spanish translator present)
2025-11-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Interested in becoming a student of the Spanish language? Come, practice and learn with Dalton State Professor Dr. Brian Hibbs for a beginner-level Spanish course.

Wednesdays in March @ 4 p.m.
Wednesdays in April @ 4 p.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Teen Talk - No Cap - Tweens and Teens
2025-11-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to tweens and teens 10-18. Family Resource Center is hosting a mini-session covering social & emotional learning and life skills.

Wednesday, March 19 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, April 16 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, June 18 @ 12 p.m.
Wednesday, July 16 @ 12 p.m.
Wednesday, August 20 @ 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 17 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, October 22 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, November 19 @ 4 p.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Storytime -- Children
2025-11-20 10:15 - 11:15, 2025-11-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Story time – Reading is fun, especially when you act it out
Open to all ages. We will read 2 or 3 stories and play some games.

Thursday, February 5 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme Hamburgers
Thursday, February 12 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme Valnetine’s Day
Thursday, February 19 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme Ramadan
Thursday, February 26 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme Basketball
Thursday, March 5 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme Storytime
Thursday, March 12 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme St. Patrick’s Day
Thursday, March 19 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme Corgis
Thursday, March 26 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme Lollipops
Thursday, April 2 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme Easter
Thursday, April 9 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme Unicorns
Thursday, April 16 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme Earth Day
Thursday, April 23 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme Cars
Thursday, April 30 @ 10:15 a.m. — Theme is Anger

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Baby Lapsit - Children
2025-11-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
New parents are welcome to come learn to communicate and read with your baby.

Thursdays in March @ 10:30 a.m.
Thursdays in April @ 10:30 a.m.

No Baby Lapsit December 25
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-11-20 16:00 - 17:00 | GA
Open to all ages. The Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library Board will be meeting for its quarterly meeting. They will be meeting at the Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library. This is the perfect opportunity to offer feedback for each of the libraries.
The Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library Board meetings are traditionally on the third Thursday at 4 p.m. in August, November, Feburary, and May. Some scheduled dates may change due to holiday or absences.
2025 Dates

Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 4 p.m.
Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 4 p.m.

2026 Dates

Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 4 p.m.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 4 p.m.
Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 4 p.m.
Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 4 p.m.

2027 Dates

Thursday, February 18, 2027, at 4 p.m.
Thursday, May 20, 2027, at 4 p.m.
Thursday, August 19, 2027, at 4 p.m.

ESOL Games - Adults
2025-11-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Learn English through playing a variety of fun games.

Thursdays in September @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in November @ 4 p.m.

No ESOL games November 27.
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Dungeons & Dragons -- Tweens & Teens
2025-11-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to 6th to 12th grade. Play D&D with your regular friends and make new ones.

Thursdays in May @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in June @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in July @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in August @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in February @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in March @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in April @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in May @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in August @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in September @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in October @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in November @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, December 4, 11 & 18 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, January 21 @ 4:30 p.m.

No D&D on November 27.

Note: One-shot adventures on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.
Thursdays in January @ 4 p.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Pokémon Club -- All Ages
2025-11-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to all ages. While we await the return of the Pokémon League, trainers and Pokémon fans alike can gather for a weekly meetup to battle, trade, and share their love for all things Pokémon.

December 11 @ 4:30 p.m.
Thursdays in January @ 4:30 p.m.
Thursdays in February @ 4:30 p.m.
Thursdays in March @ 4:30 p.m.
Thursdays in April @ 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 26 @ 4:30 p.m. is Pokémon Bingo Night.
Thursday, April 30 @ 4:30 p.m. is Pokémon Bingo Night.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Mindfulness @ the Library: Herbal Heating Pad -- Adults
2025-11-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Take a break and discover calm through guided meditation, breathing exercises, and a mindfulness activity. (Spanish Translator present.)

Thursday, August 21 @ 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 18 @ 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 16 @ 5:30 p.m. Guatemalan worry dolls.
Thursday, November 20 @ 5:30 p.m.: DIY herbal heating Pad.
Thursday, December 18 @ 5:30 p.m.: DIY Geometric Terrariums.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Book Club -- Adult
2025-11-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. CM Library/Murray Arts Council’s book club for adults will gather. Anyone is welcomed to attend.

Thursday, January 16 @ 6 p.m. This month’s book is “American Dirt” by Jeanine Cummins.
Thursday, February 20 @ 6 p.m. This month’s book is “The German Wife” by Kelly Rimmer
Thursday, March 20 @ 6 p.m. This month’s book is “The Lions of Lucerne” by Brad Thor
Thursday, April 17 @ 6 p.m. This month’s book is “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah
Thursday, May 13 @ 6 p.m. This month’s book is “The 100-year-old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared” by Jonas Jonasson.
Tuesday, June 17 @ 6 p.m. This month’s book is “The Mandibles: A Family, 2029-2047” by Lionel Shriver.
Tuesday, July 17 @ 6-7 p.m. This month’s book is “Hello Beautiful” by Ann Napolitano.
Thursday, August 21 @ 6 p.m. This month’s book is “Holes” by Louis Sachar.
Thursday, September 18 @ 6 p.m. This month’s book is “The Afternoon Club: A Family Memoir” by Griffin Dunne.
Thursday, October 16 @ 6 p.m. This month’s book is “The No. Ladies’ Detective Agency” by Alexander McCall Smith.
Thursday, November 20 @ 6 p.m. This month’s book is “Laying Autumn’s Dust” by Mark L. Brooks, who will be present.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Zumba -- Adults
2025-11-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older. Get your heart pumping with this Latin music-based workout led by Nancy Guzman.

Weekly on Fridays @ 10:30 a.m. in October
Friday, November 7 & 21 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, December 5 & 19 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, January 2,16 & 30 @ 10:30 a.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Veterans Coffee -- Adults
2025-11-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Vets are invited to join this social coffee hour in our history room.

Fridays @ 10:30 a.m.

No Veterans coffee November 28
No Veterans coffee December 26
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

LEGOs @ the Library
2025-11-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to pre-K to 5th grade. Kids can play with our big collection of LEGO® and Duplo® bricks. Drop in and try a different LEGO® challenge each week or just enjoy some building time.

Fridays @ 3 – 5 p.m.
No Legos December 26
No Legos April 3

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

TnT Art Club: Tweens & Teens
2025-11-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grades. Join our Teen Art Club and join others to create fun, casual art or work on their personal projects. All supplies provided.

Friday, August 8 & 22 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, September 12 & 26 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, October 10 & 24 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, November 7 & 21 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, December 12 @ 3-5 p.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Staff Picks a Book Club -- Teens and Adults
2025-11-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 13 and older. Teens and adults are invited to join our new book club. Each month a staff member will be on and to discuss their pick with everyone.

Friday, January 24 @ 4 p.m. — This month – “West With Giraffes” by Lynda Rutledge.
Friday, February 21 @ 4 p.m. — This month – “How to Be a Good Creature” by Sy Montgomery.
Friday, March 21 @ 4 p.m. — This month – “Lying In” by Barbara Tucker
Tuesday, April 22 @ 4 p.m. — This month – “Piranesi” by Susanna Clarke
Friday, May 30 @ 4 p.m. — This month – “The Book of Joan” by Lidia Yuknavitch
Friday, June 27 @ 4 p.m. — This month – “Under the Wave at Weimea” by Paul Theroux
Friday, July 18 @ 4 p.m. — This month – “The Secret History” by Donna Tartt
Friday, August 22 @ 4 p.m. — This month – “We’ll Prescribe You a Cat” by Syou Ishida
Friday, September 19 @ 4 p.m. — This month – “Wild Dark Shore” by Charlotte McConaghy
Friday, October 24 @ 4 p.m. — “The Night Circus” by Erin Morgenstern
Friday, November 21 @ “Cold Sassy Tree” by Olive Ann Burns

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Collage Journaling -- Tweens and Teens
2025-11-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to 6th to 12th grades. Personalize your journal even further by collaging it. All supplies provided.

Friday, November 21 @ 4 p.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Teen Lock-in
2025-11-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to teens. The library will host a special, after-hours Teen Lock-in. Come spend Friday evening at the library. We’ll provide food and games, show movies play video games and more.

Friday, November 21 @ 6-8:30 p.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Library LEGO -- Children
2025-11-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to ages 8 – 13.
Flex your creativity skills and play with LEGO® bricks! Make something you want to share? Ask us about displaying your masterpiece.

January: Saturday 01/11 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
February: Saturday 02/08/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
March: Saturday 03/08/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
April: Saturday 04/12/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
May: Saturday 05/10/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
June: Friday 06/14/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
July: Friday 07/12/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
August: Saturday 08/09/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
September: Saturday 09/27/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
October: Saturday 10/11/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
November: Saturday 11/22/25 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
December: Saturday 12/13/25 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
January: Saturday 1/31/26 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
February: Saturday 2/07/26 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Sensory-Friendly Events -- All Ages
2025-11-22 13:45 - 15:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to all ages. We are partnering with the North Georgia Autism Center. Enjoy sensory-conscious activities in an environment specifically set up for our neurodivergent friends.

Saturday, August 16 @ 1:45 p.m.
Saturday, September 6 @ 1:45 p.m.
Saturday, September 20 @ 9:30 a.m.
Saturday, October 18 @ 9 a.m. Scavenger hunt.
Saturday, October 25 @ 5 p.m. Trick-or-Treating.
Saturday, November 8 @ 1:45 p.m. Movie
Saturday, November 22 @ 1:45 p.m. Storytime
Saturday, December 13 @ 1:45 p.m. Storytime

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Workout with Nancy -- Adults
2025-11-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older. Get your heart pumping in this workout class led by Nancy Guzman.

Mondays in January @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in February @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in March @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in April @ 10 a.m.

No Workout w/Nancy March 2

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Baby & Toddler Time -- Children
2025-11-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to birth – preschool age.
An opportunity for young children to play, dance, listen to music, hear stories, and learn new things!

Mondays in July @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in August @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in September @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in October @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in November @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in December @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in January @ 11 a.m

Mondays in February @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in March @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in April @ 11 a.m.

Closed January 19
Closed February 16 for Staff Service

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) - Adults
2025-11-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to ages 18 and older. Practice and learn the English language with Dalton State Professor Dr. Brian Hibbs Spanish translator will be present.

Monday, February 2, 9 & 23 @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in March @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in April @ 11 a.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Chapter Champions -- Kids
2025-11-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to children 3rd – 5th grades. Join the chapter champions for fun read-alouds, book chats and big-kid stories that spark imagination and laughter.

Saturday, August 9 @ 1:45-3:45 p.m.
Monday, September 15, 22 & 29 @ 4 p.m.
Monday, October 20 & 27 @ 4 p.m.
Monday, November 10, 17 & 24 @ 4 p.m.
Monday, December 8, 15, 22, 29 @ 4 p.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Pony Bead Bracelets -- Tweens and Teens
2025-11-24 16:00 - 17:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to 6th through 12th grades. We will be making pony bead bracelets. Come and design an accessory that shows your style.

Friday, November 24 @ 4-5:30 p.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Nerf Wars -- Adults
2025-11-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Image from: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Various_Nerf_ammo_types.jpg
Open to adults 18 and older. The kids shouldn’t have all of the fun. Bring friends and family for an afternoon of blasting away. Materials supplied or you can bring your own.

Saturday, June 21 @ 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, November @ 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Noni's Nook Storytime -- Children
2025-11-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Story time for ages 5 and under. Come in for a fun storytime and craft with Miss Noni and future educators from Calhoun High School.

Tuesdays in April @ 10:30 a.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Move & Groove -- Kids
2025-11-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to kids of all ages. Kids will rhyme, learn, sing, wiggle, and dance during this fun time for active little ones and their caregivers. This program is designed for kids ages 0-4, but all children are welcome.

Tuesdays in February @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Tuesdays in March @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Tuesdays in April @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

No Move & Groove November 11.
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Sensory Playtime -- Kids
2025-11-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to children. We will debut an opportunity for children to experiment with all different types of sensory activities such as beans, Play-Doh, rice and water. We’ll play soothing music and dim the lights to create a sensory friendly environment.

Tuesday, October 7 @ 3-5 p.m.
Tuesday, November 25 @ 3-5 p.m.
Tuesday, January 6 @ 3-5 p.m.
Tuesday, April 7 @ 4-5 p.m.

Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
