Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Mindfulness @ the Library: Vision Boards -- Adults
2025-09-18 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | 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: Vision Boards. This program helps reduce stress and foster relaxation.

Thursday, August 21 @ 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 18 @ 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 16 @ 5:30 p.m. Worry Dolls: Take a break and discover calm through guided meditation, breathing exercises, and a mindfulness activity: Guatemalan worry dolls. (Spanish Translator present.)

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

Book Club -- Adult
2025-09-18 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.

Closing at 2:30 p.m. for the Homecoming Parade
2025-09-19 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
The Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library will be closing at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, September 19, due to Homecoming Parade road closures. We will re-open at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 20.
We wish the Dalton High school team the best of luck in their game! Our parking lot will be available for use during the parade and for the game after 3 p.m.

Zumba -- Adults
2025-09-19 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
2025-09-19 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.

TnT Game on @ the Library - Tweens and Teens
2025-09-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grade. Explore and enjoy our collection of board games and video game consoles.

Friday, August 1, 15 & 29 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, September 5 @ 3-5 p.m.

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

LEGOs @ the Library
2025-09-19 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.

LEGOs @ the Library
2025-09-19 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.

Staff Picks a Book Club -- Teens and Adults
2025-09-19 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.

Pokémon Club Evolved -- Teens
2025-09-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to teens. This is for the teen who is serious about Pokémon. Come and test your skills.

Friday, September 19 @ 4 p.m.

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

Dungeons & Dragons -- Teens and Adults
2025-09-20 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.

Sensory-Friendly Movie -- All Ages
2025-09-20 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.

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

Workout with Nancy -- Adults
2025-09-22 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
2025-09-22 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
2025-09-22 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.
Mondays in September @ 11 a.m.

No Beginner ESOL January 2 & 9
No ESOL May 29
No Beginner ESOL September 1

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

Chapter Champions -- Kids
2025-09-22 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.

Movie Monday -- Tweens & Teens
2025-09-22 16:00 - 17:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 6th – 12th grades. Join us for a movie.

Monday, August 11 & 25 @ 4:30 – 6 p.m.
Mondays in September @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Mondays in October @ 4-5:30 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
2025-09-23 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
2025-09-23 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 August @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Tuesdays in September @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Tuesdays in October @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

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

Move & Groove -- Kids
2025-09-23 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 August @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Tuesdays in September @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

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

Homework Help -- Tweens and Teens
2025-09-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grades. Come by for help with your homework.

Tuesday, August 12 & 26 @ 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 9 & 23 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, October 14 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, November 12 @ 4 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. Time -- Children
2025-09-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to children. Learn new things in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math fields. This month we’ll be doing a special Book Drop program: Bean Bags and Blueprints. Come learn why blueprints are important for planning and design with Civil Engineer Phil.

Tuesday, September 23 @ 4 p.m.

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

TnT Treats: Hispanic Snacks -- Tweens and Teens
2025-09-23 16:30 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to grades 6th to 12th grades. Learn about and try out tasty popular Hispanic snacks and treats. All supplies provided.

Tuesday, September 23 @ 4:30 p.m.

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

Composting 101 -- Adults (Translator present)
2025-09-23 17:45 - 18:45, 2025-09-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Learn how and why to compost. Presented by Keep Dalton-Whitfield Beautiful.

Tuesday, September 23 @ 5:45 p.m.
Wednesday, September 24 @ 11 a.m.

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

Stretchband Workout With Nancy - Adults
2025-09-24 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

Board Games & Cards -- Adults
2025-09-24 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
2025-09-24 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)
2025-09-24 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.

Storytime -- Children
2025-09-25 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.
