Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

DIY @ The Library -- Adults (Spanish translator present)
2026-01-15 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. You supplies the item and we provide the supplies.

Monday, March 9 @ 11:30 a.m. Beaded Safety Pin Art. Create a small, wearable piece of art using safety pins and colorful seed beads. In this hands-on DIY program, participants will design patterned bead pins inspired by pixel-style and folk-art designs.
Monday, March 12 @ 5:30 a.m. Beaded Safety Pin Art. Create a small, wearable piece of art using safety pins and colorful seed beads. In this hands-on DIY program, participants will design patterned bead pins inspired by pixel-style and folk-art designs.
Thursday, April 9 @ 5:30 p.m. Air-Dry Clay Photo Stand. Make a cute, handmade photo stand using air-dry clay to display your favorite photos or prints. All supplies provided.
Thursday, April 9 @ 5:30 p.m. Air-Dry Clay Photo Stand. Make a cute, handmade photo stand using air-dry clay to display your favorite photos or prints. All supplies provided.

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

Book Club at Red Eyed Rooster -- Adults
2026-01-15 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. The CM Library/Murray Arts Council’s book club will gather. Anyone is welcome to attend.

Thursday, April 16 @ 6 p.m. our book club for adults will gather at Red Eyed Rooster here in town. They will have literary-themed drinks to purchase and giveaways. This month we’re reading “Wild Dark Shore” by Charlotte McConaghy.”

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

Zumba -- Adults
2026-01-16 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
2026-01-16 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-23 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
2026-01-16 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-23 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.

Barks & Books -- Kids
2026-01-16 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.

CLOSED for MLK Jr Holiday -- All NGRL Branches
2026-01-17, 2026-01-19 | GA
We will be closed for the MLK Jr Holiday. The book drop will remain open for returns and no materials will be due while we’re closed. Downloadable content is still available.

Closed Saturday, January 17
Closed Monday, January 19

Baby & Toddler Time -- Children
2026-01-19 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
2026-01-19 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.

Noni's Nook Storytime -- Children
2026-01-20 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
2026-01-20 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.

Toy Photography Class -- Kids
2026-01-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to kids. Staff member Wade will teach you how to make your toys come alive and look like stills from a movie.

Tuesday, January 20 @ 11 a.m.

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

Board Games & Cards -- Adults
2026-01-20 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.

Stretchband Workout With Nancy - Adults
2026-01-21 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
2026-01-21 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
2026-01-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to children 1st – 5th grades. Enrichment provided by Stay Bright Home School group. Open to all kids. All supplies provided.

Wednesday, January 21 @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, February 18 @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, March 13 @ 10:30 a.m. Read “The Marvelous Now” by Angela DiTerlizzi and do a craft.
Wednesday, April 15 @ 10:30 a.m.: DIY Mini House Gardens.

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

Beginner Spanish -- Adults (Spanish translator present)
2026-01-21 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.

Dungeons & Dragons -- Tweens & Teens
2026-01-21 16:30 - 17:30 | 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.

Storytime -- Children
2026-01-22 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
2026-01-22 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.

Little Sprouts with Jennifer DeRochers -- Kids
2026-01-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 1st – 5th grade. Nature Homes and Families – Join us for an exciting exploration into the world of animal homes and families!

Thursday, February 26 @ 4 p.m. Learn how birds survive the cold and how we can help with crafts and games.
Thursday, March 26 @ 4 p.m. After a short lesson on why evergreens stay green, they explore branches with magnifiers, compare needles vs. scales, and smell different conifer sprigs. They create a simple evergreen sachet or “winter forest sensory bag” to take home.
Thursday, April 23 @ 4 p.m. Enjoy a story and activities about forest creatures and build a house to attract some magic.

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

DIY Phone Chains - Tweens and Teens
2026-01-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Create your own phone accessory with beads and charms.

Pokémon Club -- All Ages
2026-01-22 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: DIY Worry Stones -- Adults
2026-01-22 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.
Thursday, January 22 @ 5:30 p.m.: DIY Worry Stones.
Thursday, February 19 @ 5:30 p.m.: Air-Dry Clay Diffuser designed for essential oils.

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

Family Escape Room -- Family
2026-01-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to families. Can you and your companions escape from the library conference room before time runs out?

Friday, January 23 @ 4 p.m.

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

ESOL Class -- Adults
2026-01-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older.
Join ESOL teacher Zach Waits in this English class for all stages of learning.

Saturday, March 8 & 22 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, May 10 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, June 14 & 28 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, July 12 & 26 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, August 9 & 23 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, September 13 & 27 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, October 11 & 25 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, November 8 & 22 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, December 20 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, January 10 & 24 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, February 28 @ 10 .m.

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

Dungeons & Dragons -- Teens and Adults
2026-01-24 10:00 - 13:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to teens and adults. join us for an exciting roleplaying adventure playing Dungeons & Dragons.

Saturday, November 15 @ 10 a,m.-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 24 @ 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 21 @ 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.
