Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Blood Assurance Drive
2026-01-02 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
To schedule an appointment, please visit blood assurance.org. Walk-in donors are also welcome. All who give will receive a voucher for three free books and your choice of a burgundy or cream blanket.

LEGOs @ the Library
2026-01-02 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-09 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.

Teen Advisory Board
2026-01-02 15:30 - 16:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 9th to 12th grades. The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) members assist with teen programming, collection development, displays, and so much more — all while earning volunteer hours. If you are interested in joining, please email Ms.Vivi at martinezv@ngrl.org.

Friday, January 2 @ 3:30 p.m.
Friday, February 6 @ 3:30 p.m.
Friday, March 6 @ 3:30 p.m.
Friday, April 10 @ 3:30 p.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
2026-01-02 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 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.
Friday, August 1 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, September 5 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, October 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, November 7 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, December 5 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, January 2 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, February 6 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, March 6 @ 4 p.m.

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

Needle & Fiberworks -- Adults
2026-01-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Learn to create using needle and thread.

Saturday, October 4 & 18 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, November 1 & 15 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, December 6 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, January 3 @ 10 a.m.

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

Friends of the Library Book Sale -- All Ages
2026-01-03 10:00 - 13:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to all ages.
Please come join us and see what the Friends of the Library Book Sale has to offer. We have thousands of used books as well as audiobooks and equipment available for sale for reduced prices. Proceeds of the sale go to benefit the Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library’s staff, programs, and collections.

First Saturday of each month, excluding holidays, @ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 @ 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

No sale Easter weekend.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Knit/Crochet Meetup -- Adults
2026-01-03 11:00 - 12:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. We will welcome all knitters and those interested in crocheting to come socialize and practice your fiber art a bit. Beginners welcome.

Saturday, September 13 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 4 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 1 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 6 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 3 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

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

Workout with Nancy -- Adults
2026-01-05 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
2026-01-05 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
2026-01-05 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.

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.

Sensory Playtime -- Children
2026-01-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to children 0-4 years old. Low lights, soothing sounds and stimulating play to enrich the motor skills of little ones.

Monday, January 5 @ 11 a.m.
Monday, February 2 @ 11 a.m.
Monday, March 2 @ 11 a.m.
Monday, April 6 @ 11 a.m.

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

Crochet Club -- Adults
2026-01-05 11:30 - 12:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Join us for a crochet gathering where all skill levels and fiber arts are welcome to crochet, knit or sew alongside fellow enthusiasts. Free crochet patterns and lessons available.

Monday, January 5 @ 11:30 a.m.
Monday, March 2 @ 11:30 a.m.
Monday, April 6 & 20 @ 11:30 a.m.

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

Pokemon Club -- Kids
2026-01-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to children 5-12. Try to catch them all. Pokemon entusiasts unit in this fun hangout time for kids.

Monday, January 5 @ 4 p.m.
Monday, February 2 @ 4 p.m.
Monday, March 2 @ 4 p.m.
Monday, April 6 @ 4 p.m.

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

TnT Creative Writing Club -- Tweens and Teens
2026-01-05 16:30 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to tweens and teens 6th to 12th grades who come together and share their current projects, exchange ideas, and give and receive feedback.

Monday, January 5 @ 4:30 p.m.
Monday, February 2 @ 4:30 p.m.
Monday, March 2 & 16 @ 4:30 p.m.
Monday, April 6 & 20 @ 4:30 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
2026-01-06 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
2026-01-06 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.

Board Games & Cards -- Adults
2026-01-06 13:00 - 14:00 | 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.

Tuesdays in January @ 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Tuesdays in March @ 10:30 a.m.-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.

Sensory Playtime -- Kids
2026-01-06 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.

Stretchband Workout With Nancy - Adults
2026-01-07 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

English Conversations -- Adults
2026-01-07 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.

Beginner Spanish -- Adults (Spanish translator present)
2026-01-07 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.

Painting with Roberta -- Tweens & Teens
2026-01-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to grades 6th – 12th. Join us as we create original pieces of art. All supplies provided.

Thursday, August 28 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, December 11 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, January 7 @ 4 p.m.

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

Storytime -- Children
2026-01-08 10:15 - 11:15 | 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
2026-01-08 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.

Paws to Read - Kids
2026-01-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
READ: Alliance Therapy Dogs – Always well received at the library!
Open to kids 1st – 5th grade. Kids can practice their reading and develop social and emotional skills with dogs from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs organization.

Thursday, August 14 @ 4-5 p.m.
Thursday, September 18 @ 4-5 p.m.
Thursday, October 9 @ 4-5 p.m.
Thursday, December 11 @ 4-5 p.m.
Thursday, January 8 @ 4-5 p.m.
Thursday, February 12 @ 4-5 p.m.
Thursday, March 12 @ 4-5 p.m.
Thursday, April 9 @ 4-5 p.m.

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

Pokémon Club -- All Ages
2026-01-08 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.

Page Turners Book Club -- Adults
2026-01-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Recommend your favorite titles, vote for the group’s pick on Bookclubs, and join us for a heartfelt discussion at the next meeting.

Thursday, November 7 @ 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, January 8 @ 5:30 p.m. Holiday Romance Edition – Start the new year with a special double-themed book club! In January we’re diving into “From Page to Screen” with Mickey 7 by Edward Ashton, the sci-fi novel behind the upcoming film Mickey 17. We’re also keeping the winter spirit going with our Holiday Romance pick, The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Holly Blackstone, a cozy and festive mystery-romance. (Spanish interpreter present)
Thursday, February 5 @ 5:30 p.m. Join us as we discuss power, choice, and the illusion of safety in a dystopian world where survival is entertainment, and comfort comes at a cost. Book selection: “The Compound by Aisling Rawie.”
Thursday, March 5 @ 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a fun, laugh-filled book club discussion of a smart and charming romantic comedy. Book selection: “Funny Story” by Emily Henry.
Thursday, April 2 @ 5:30 p.m. Angels, Demons, & Tea – Experience the apocalypse from a decidedly non-human point of view in “Good Omens,” a humorous and imaginative novel seen through the perspectives of an angel and a demon who have grown rather fond of Earth. Join us for a discussion on perspective, identity, and what it means to be human when the storytellers aren’t.

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

Veterans Coffee -- Adults
2026-01-09 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.

DIY Shaker Keychains -- Tweens and Teens
2026-01-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Create your own keychains filled with aesthetic add-ins.
