Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

DIY @ the Library - Adults
2024-08-29 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Learn to take fabric strips and create wall art and how to create plan hangers with macrame.

Thursday, August 8 @ 5 p.m. — Theme is Upcycle Wall Art with Fabric.
Thursday, August 29 @ 5 p.m. — Theme is Macrame Plant Hanger.
Tuesday, September 9 @ 11:30 a.m. — Theme is Mini Piñata’s
Thursday, September 12 @ 5:30 p.m. — Theme is Mini Piñata’s
Thursday, October 10 @ 5:30 p.m. — Theme is Clay Doll Workshop

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

Veterans Coffee Time -- Adults
2024-08-30 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-09-06 10:30 - 11:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older. Come enjoy this social coffee hour for veterans.

Fridays @ 10:30 a.m.

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

Zumba -- Adults
2024-08-30 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.

Thursday, December 14 @10:30 a.m.
Friday, December 1, 8 and 29 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, September 13 & 27 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, October 11 & 25 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, November 8 & 22 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, December 6 & 20 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, January 10, 24 & 31 @ 10:30 a.m.
Fridays in February @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday May 2, 16 & 30 at 10:30 a.m.

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

Book Club -- Adults
2024-08-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older.
Gather to enjoy some book club fun. Each month we will pick a theme. Participants can share what they have learned and read in a fun and casual setting.

Friday, January 27 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: Out of My Comfort Zone — try something you wouldn’t normally read and let us know how it goes!
Friday, February 25 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: (Don’t) Act Your Age — try something written for a younger audience or reread a favorite from your youth.
Friday, March 31 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: Your Favorite Author’s Favorite Author
Friday, April 28 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: Library books — Find a book about a library!
Friday, May 26 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: Keeping It Real — Read a work of nonfiction
Friday, June 23 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: All Together Now
Friday, August 25 @ 11 a.m.
Friday, September 29 @ 11 a.m. – “Fairytale Retelling.” — We’ll take a classic and twist it into something new.
Friday, October 27 @ 11 a.m. – “Thrills and Chills” — We’ll read a book in the horror or thriller genre.
Friday, November 17 @ 11 a.m. – “Cozy Reads” — We’ll talk about books we’ve read that were perfect for curling up and enjoying a hot drink with.
Friday, December 15 @ 11 a.m. – Join our book for adult conversations.
Friday, January 26 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Reader’s Choice, so pick a book and come and share.
Friday, February 23 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Romance/Valentine’s Reads.
Friday, March 22 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is A Book with Weather in the Title
Friday, April 26 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Book Club Picks where patrons read something suggested by Reese, Oprah, Jenna or another of the famous book clubs.
Friday, May 31 @ 11 a.m. The club currently reads to a theme rather than a specific book, but will be adding a more traditional book club with a book chosen by a staff member soon.
Friday, June 28 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Beach Reads.
Friday, July 26 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Georgia Writers
Friday, August 30 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is New Writers. Read a book that debuted this year.
Friday, September 27 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Judge a Book by its Cover.
Friday, October 25 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Thrills and Chills, books in the horror/thriller genre.

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

LEGOs @ the Library
2024-08-30 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-06 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 April 18

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

CLOSED for Labor Day -- All NGRL Branches
2024-08-31, 2024-09-02 | GA
We will be closed for Labor Day. We hope that all members of our community can spend this time with loved ones and friends. The bookdrop will be open for returns.

CLOSED Saturday, August 31
CLOSED Monday, September 2

No materials will be due while we are closed. Downloadable items will still be available.

Citizenship Workshop - Adults (Spanish translator present)
2024-08-31 10:30 - 12:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. This workshop helps individuals prepare for the citizenship exam and interview. Presented by Maria Guijon.

Saturday, June 8 @ 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 15 @ 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 22 @ 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 25 @ 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturdays in September @ 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

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

Knit & Crochet Club -- Adults
2024-09-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 12 and older. Do you enjoy knitting or crocheting? Or have you always wanted to learn? Come join this fun and informal group suitable for the complete beginner to the advanced crafts person!

First & third Tuesdays @ 10:00am

Saturday, March 8 & 22 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, April 12 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, May 10 @ 10 a.m.

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

Noni's Nook Storytime -- Children
2024-09-03 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. This month we’ll be reading about octopi, penguins, quilts, and robots in books written by Peter Bently, Karin Akesson, Philip Stead and more.

Tuesdays @ 10:30 a.m.

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

Homeschool Meetup - Tweens and Teens
2024-09-03 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages. 10-18. Homeschoolers are invited to have some fun making crafts or playing games.

Monday, August 6 & 20 @ 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, September 3 & 17 @ 11 a.m.
Tuesday, October 8 & 22 @ 11 a.m.
Tuesday, November 5 & 19 @ 11 a.m.
Tuesday, December 3 & 17 @ 11 a.m.
Tuesday, January 14 @ 11 a.m.
Tuesday, March 11 & 25 @ 11 a.m.
Tuesday, April 22 @ 11 a.m.
Tuesday, May 6 & 20 @ 11 a.m.
Tuesday, June 10 & 24 @ 11 a.m.
Tuesday, July 8 & 22 @ 11 a.m.

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

Book Club -- Tweens
2024-09-03 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to 3rd – 6th grade.
Gather to enjoy some book club fun. Participants can share what they have learned and read in a fun and casual setting.

Friday, April 14 @ 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 14 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, May 28 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, June 11 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, June 25 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, July 9 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, July 23 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, August 6 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, August 20 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, September 3 & 17 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, October 1 & 15 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, November 5 & 19 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, December 3 & 17 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, January 14 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, February 18 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, March 18 @ 4 p.m.

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

Stretchband Workout With Nancy - Adults
2024-09-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Join Nancy Guzman for this morning workout with stretchbands.

Wednesdays @ 10:30 a.m.
Closed New Year’s Day
No Class May 14

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

Board Games & Cards -- Adults
2024-09-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older. Come make new friends and play some classic games. Games will be provided.

Wednesdays @ 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
No games on December 24 & 31

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

English Conversations -- Adults
2024-09-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older. ESOL Instructor Zach will be available to practice your English speech!

Wednesdays @ 10:30 a.m.

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

Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) - Adults
2024-09-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-05 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.

Tuesday, January 9 & 23 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, March 5 & 19 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, March 2, 16 and 30 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, May 7 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, May 14 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, May 21 @ 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 28 @ 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, June 4 @ 4:30 p.m.
Wednesdays in September @ 11 a.m.
Wednesdays in October @ 11 a.m.
Wednesdays in January @ 11 a.m.
Thursdays in February @ 11 a.m.
Thursdays in March @ 11 a.m.
Thursdays in April @ 11 a.m.
Thursdays in May @ 11 a.m.
Monday in August @ 11 a.m.

No Beginner ESOL January 2 & 9
No ESOL May 29

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

Beginner Spanish -- Adults (Spanish translator present)
2024-09-04 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.

Baby Lapsit - Children
2024-09-05 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 @ 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, December 12 & 19 @ 10:30 a.m.
Thursdays in January @ 10:30 a.m.
Thursdays in February @ 10:30 a.m.
Thursdays in March @ 10:30 a.m.
Thursdays in April @ 10:30 a.m.
Thursday in May @ 10:30 a.m.

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

Spanish Class -- Adults
2024-09-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older. It’s never too late to learn a new language. Join us as we learn Spanish together!

Wednesdays @ 4 p.m.

No Class Oct. 10 & 31
No Class Nov. 28
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Teen Tabletop -- Tweens and Teens
2024-09-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 12-18. Gamers and wannabe gamers are invited to a tabletop gaming session. We’re ready to explore the wider world of tabletop gaming beyond just D&D with you. If there’s a specific game you want to see, let us know so we can get the word out.

Thursdays in September @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in October @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in November @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, December 5 @ 4 p.m.

No Teen Tabletop October 10 & 31
No Teen Tabletop November 28
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Children's Storytime -- Kids
2024-09-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Story time – Reading is fun, especially when you act it out
Open to children aged 5-12. Join us for an exciting story and some fun. Primary and elementary aged kids are invited to an entertaining afternoon.

Thursday, September 5 & 19 @ 4 p.m.

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

Dungeons & Dragons -- Tweens & Teens
2024-09-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to 6th to 12th grade. Come to this interactive workshop to learn the basics of D&D play and character development led by Steven Bennett. Note: This is an after hours program and the rest of the library may not be open.

Wednesday, January 11 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Wednesday, January 25 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Wednesday, February 8 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Wednesday, February 22 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Wednesday, March 8 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Wednesday, March 22 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Thursday, April 13 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Thursday, April 27 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Thursday, May 4 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Thursday, May 18 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Thursday, June 15 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Thursday, June 29 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Thursday, July 13 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Thursday, July 27 @ 6 – 8 p.m.
Thursday, August 10 @ 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, August 24 @ 6 -8 p.m.
Thursday, September 7 @ 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, September 21 @ 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, October 5 @ 6 p.m.
Thursday, October 19 @ 6 p.m.
Thursday, November 2 @ 6 p.m.
Thursday, November 16 @ 6 p.m.
Thursday, November 30 @ 6 p.m.
Thursday, January 11 @ 6 p.m.
Thursday, January 25 @ 6 p.m.
Thursday, February 8 @ 6 p.m.
Thursday, February 22 @ 6 p.m.
Thursday, March 7 @ 6 p.m.
Thursday, March 21 @ 6 p.m.
Wednesdays at 4 p.m. in April
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.

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
2024-09-05 16:30 - 18:00 | 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.

Weekly on Thursdays at 4:30 – 6 p.m.
Friday, March 27 at 4:30-6 p.m. is Bingo Night
Thursday, February 27 is National Pokémon Day

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

Page Turners: Dark Academia -- Adults
2024-09-05 17:30 - 18:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Immerse yourself in the world of Dark Academia this September. Suggest and vote titles through book clubs, and join us to discuss the chosen book at the next meeting.

Thursday, September 5 @ 5:30 p.m.

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

Stretch & Balance Workout -- Adults
2024-09-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Get in tune with your balance and get that body all stretched out with Nancy.

Friday, January 9 & 23 @10:30 a.m.
Friday, February 6, 13 & 20 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, March 13 & 20 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, April 10 & 17 @ 10:30 a.m.

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

Paw Pals (Read with Therapy Dogs) -- Children
2024-09-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to children of all ages. Read with a Therapy Dog in a non-judgmental atmosphere.

Friday, January 6 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, February 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, March 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, April 14 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, May 5 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, June 2 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, July 7 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, August 4 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, September 1 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, October 6 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, November 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, December 1 @ 4:30 p.m.
Friday, January 5 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, February 2 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, March 1 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, April 5 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, May 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, August 2 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, September 6 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, October 4 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, November 1 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, December 6 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, January 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, February 7 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, March 7 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, April 4 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, May 2 @ 4 p.m.

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

Family Lego -- All Ages
2024-09-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to all Ages. Join in the building fun with the whole family as we create anything we can dream of.

Saturday, May 4 & 18 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, June 8 & 22 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, July 6 & 20 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, August 3 & 17 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, September 7 & 28 @ 10 a.m.

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