Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Babatunde (Storyteller) -- Kids
2025-06-16 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Storytime with Babatunde: Enjoy a magical journey filled with colorful stories, plus singing, dancing, and so much fun!

Monday, June 16 @ 11 a.m. @ GEM Theatre (114 N Wall Street, Calhoun, GA 30701)
Monday, June 16 @ 3 p.m. @ Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library
Tuesday, June 17 @ 11 a.m. @ Eastside Elementary (102 Hill Road, Dalton, GA 30721)
Tuesday, June 17 @ 3 p.m. @ Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library

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

Chess Club -- Kids
2025-06-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to kids under 12. If you are interested in playing, or learning to play the game, come by and join the Chess Club.

Monday, December 2, 16 & 30 @ 4 p.m.
Monday, January 13 @ 4 p.m.
Mondays in February @ 4 p.m.
Mondays in March @ 4 p.m.
Mondays in April @ 4 p.m.
Mondays in June @ 4 p.m.
Mondays in July @ 4 p.m.

No Chess Club on March 17 or 31
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Nerf Wars -- Teens
2025-06-16 18:00 - 19:30 | 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 teens 10-18 years old. Get ready for an epic NERF battle. Permission slip must be signed by a parent.

Thursday, March 13 27 @ 6 p.m.
Thursday, April 10 & 24 @ 6 p.m.
Saturday, May 10 @ 1:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 22 @ 6 p.m.
Monday, June 16 @ 6 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
2025-06-17 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.

Summer Kids Club @ Dalton Mall
2025-06-17 10:30 - 12:00 | Off Site
Open to Pre-K – 5th grade. We’ll start this session with 15 minutes of stories and songs. Then Kids will create crafts inspired by all the ways nature uses color.

Monday, June 3 & July 3 @ 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Colorful Nature
Monday, June 10 @ 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Colorful Art
Monday, June 17 @ 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Colorful Science
Monday, June 24 @ 10:30 – 12 p.m. Colorful Play

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

Babatunde (Storyteller) -- Kids @ Eastside Elementary
2025-06-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Off Site

Babatunde (Storyteller) -- Children
2025-06-17 15:00 - 16:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to children. Each Tuesday we’ll host a special summer reading performer here at the library.

Storytime with Babatunde: Enjoy a magical journey filled with colorful stories, plus singing, dancing, and so much fun!

Monday, June 16 @ 11 a.m. @ GEM Theatre (114 N Wall Street, Calhoun, GA 30701)
Monday, June 16 @ 3 p.m. @ Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library
Tuesday, June 17 @ 11 a.m. @ Eastside Elementary (102 Hill Road, Dalton, GA 30721)
Tuesday, June 17 @ 3 p.m. @ Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library

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

Tabletop Tuesday -- Tweens and Teens
2025-06-17 15:00 - 16:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Board Game Pieces
Open to ages 13-18. Join us each Tuesday for an afternoon of games. Test your skills against other players.

Tuesday, June 3 @ 3 p.m. — Magic: The Gathering
Tuesday, June 10 @ 3 p.m. –Yu-Gi-Oh
Tuesday, June 17 @ 3 p.m. — Pokemon Club Evolved
Tuesday, June 24 @ 3 p.m. — Lorcana

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

Book Club -- Adult
2025-06-17 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.

K-3rd Grade Tutoring
2025-06-18 10:00 | GA
Open to kids entering kindergarten through 3rd Grade. Leta Tankersley Alton and other local educators will offer free, one-hour tutoring for children. Avoid the “summer slide” and see a staff member to sign up for a slot.

Wednesdays in June @ 10:00 a.m.-1 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
2025-06-18 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 @ 10:00 a.m.
No Class March 4

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

K-3rd Grade Tutoring -- Kids
2025-06-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to K-3rd grades. Leta Tankersley Alton and other local educators will offer free, one-hour tutoring for children entering Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Avoid the “summer slide” and see a staff member to sign up for a slot.

Wednesdays in June, July and August @ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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

Board Games & Cards -- Adults
2025-06-18 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
2025-06-18 10:30 - 11:30 | 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.

Stay Bright Kids Craft Time -- Kids
2025-06-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 1st – 5th grades. Explore how all flowers of tomorrow are seeds of today with a story and unique dandelion craft.

Wednesday, May 14 @ 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 18 @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, July 16 @ 10:30 a.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
2025-06-18 12:00 - 13:00 | 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.

Crafting with Roberta -- Adults
2025-06-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to tweens and teens 6th – 12th grades. Create a beautiful piece of art with the help of Roberta Charbonneau.

Thursday, May 8 @ 4 p.m. — Painting
Tuesday, May 20 @ 4 p.m. — Crafting.
Monday, June 9 @ 1 p.m. — Floral Collage for Adults 18 and older
Thursday, June 12 @ 2 p.m. — Cardboard Art for Tweens and Teens
Wednesday, June 18 @ 1 p.m. — Patriotic Door Hangers for Adults 18 and older
Wednesday, June 25 @ 2 p.m. — Recycled Art for Tweens and Teens
Thursday, July 10 @ 2 p.m. — Mini robots and beads for Tweens and Teens
Monday, July 14 @ 1 p.m. — Making Cards with Yarn for adults 18 and older
Wednesday, July 23 @ 1 p.m. — First Day of School Frames for adults 18 and older
Thursday, July 24 @ 3 p.m. — Adulting is Hard: Crafternoon for New Adults
Thursday, July 31 @ 2 p.m. — Tweens and Teens

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

Beginner Spanish -- Adults (Spanish translator present)
2025-06-18 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.

CLOSED for Juneteenth Holiday -- All NGRL Branches
2025-06-19 | GA
We will be closed for the Juneteenth holiday. We hope you have a safe, happy holiday!
CLOSED Thursday, June 19
The bookdrop will be open for returns. No materials will be due while we are closed. Downloadable items will still be available.

Baby Lapsit - Children
2025-06-19 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.

Zumba -- Adults
2025-06-20 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.
Friday, June 6 & 20 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, July 18 @ 10:30
Friday, August 8 & 22 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, September 5 & 19 @ 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
2025-06-20 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.

Decorating Dog Treats -- All Ages
2025-06-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to all ages. Friday afternoon is love your four-legged friend afternoon. Start with Decorating Dog Treats and then spend some time with puppies.

Friday, June 20 @ 3 p.m.
Friday, June 20 @ 4 p.m.

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

LEGOs @ the Library
2025-06-20 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.

Plant Swap -- Adults
2025-06-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to adults. Bring a plant and take a plant. We’ll set up on our outdoor patio and light refreshments will be provided.

Saturday, May 3 @ 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Friday, June 20 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Saturday, September 13 @ 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Saturday, October 11 @ 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

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

TnT Summer Art Club -- Tweens and Teens
2025-06-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grades. The Summer Art Club is for tweens and teens who come together to create fun, casual art or work on more detailed pieces for a special art gallery showing at the end of the summer. All supplies provided.

Fridays in June and July @ 3-5 p.m.

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

Barks & Books -- Kids
2025-06-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to all ages. Children of all ages can come and enjoy time reading with local therapy dogs at the library!

Friday, January 16 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, February 20 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, March 20 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, April 17 @ 4-5 p.m.

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

Afternoon with Pups -- All Ages
2025-06-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to all ages. Friday afternoon is love your four-legged friend afternoon. Start with Decorating Dog Treats and then spend some time with puppies.

Friday, June 20 @ 3 p.m. Decorating Dog Treats
Friday, June 20 @ 4 p.m. Afternoon with Pup

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

Dungeons & Dragons -- Teens and Adults
2025-06-21 10:00 - 13:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to high school and adults. This will be our first D&D campaign at the library. High schoolers and adults can join us for an exciting roleplaying adventure.

Saturday, December 16 @ 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 25 @ 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 22 @ 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 15 @ 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 26 @ 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 31 @ 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 21 @ 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 19 @ 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 23 @ 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 20 @ 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 25 @ 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

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

S.T.E.A.M. Storytime - Children
2025-06-21 11:15 - 12:15 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to children 5-12. Join Miss Katya for a story and an experiment.

Thursday, October 24 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, November 21 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, December 13 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, January 10 @ 4 p.m. This month — Paddle Boats
Thursday, February 21 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, March 27 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, April 17 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, May 23 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, June 7 @ 11:15 a.m. (Salad Art Spinner)
Thursday, June 14 @ 11:15 a.m. (Exploding Art)
Thursday, June 21 @ 11:15 a.m. (Shadow Art)
Thursday, June 28 @ 11:15 a.m. (Natural Tie-Dye)
Thursday, August 7 @ 4 p.m.
Closed July 4
Thursday, July 12 @ 11:15 a.m. (Window Clings)
Saturday, September 13 @ 11:15 a.m.

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