Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Kids Library Lab: Perler Beads -- Kids
2025-01-13 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Story Time – Celebrating Author Nancy Tafuri with crafts.
Open to children 1st to 5th grades. Create artwork that you can take with you. Supplies provided.

Monday, January 13 @ 4-5 p.m.
Monday, February 3 @ 4:30 p.m.

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

Home Organization Craft -- Adults (Translator present)
2025-01-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Learn how to manage recycling in the home and do a DIY organization craft with reused materials. Material provided. Presented by Amy Hartline of Keep Dalton-Whitfield Beautiful.

Monday, January 13 @ 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
2025-01-14 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-01-21 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
2025-01-14 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
2025-01-14 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.

Grief Support -- Adults
2025-01-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. If you or someone you know is in need, come this session sponsored by Pruitt Health.

Tuesday, February 27 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, March 26 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, April 30 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, May 28 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, June 25 @ 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 30 @ 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 24 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, October 29 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, November 26 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, December 17 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, January 14 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, February 18 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, March 18 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, April 15 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, May 13 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, June 24 @ 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, July 29 @ 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 26 @ 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 30 @ 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, October 28 @ 4:30 p.m.

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

Career Day: Chatsworth Mayor -- All Ages
2025-01-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to all ages. This month we will be joined by the mayor of Chatsworth, K. W. Gong. Drop by to fin out what the mayor does and ask him any questions you might have.

Tuesday, January 14 @ 4 p.m.

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

TnT DIY: Disc-Bound Planners -- Tweens and Teens
2025-01-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to tweens and teens. Learn how to design and assemble disc-bound planners. All supplies provided.

Tuesday, January 14 @ 4:30 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
2025-01-15 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
2025-01-15 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.

Chair Yoga -- Adults
2025-01-15 10:30 - 11:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Crystal Robbins from Open Heart Yoga & Wellness will lead one-hour chair yoga classes at the library. These sessions are free to the public is required.

Saturday, March 21 @ 12-1:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 18 @ 12-1:00 p.m.

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

Wills, Trusts & Estates -- Adults
2025-01-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Thomas Funeral Home will be here to answer any questions.

Wednesday, January 15 @ 12 p.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)
2025-01-15 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.

Crafting with Roberta -- Tweens and Teens
2025-01-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to Tweens and Teens. Join our friend Roberta for a fun craft session making collage picture frames.

Monday, March 10 @ 4 p.m. — Air Dry Clay

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

Baby Lapsit - Children
2025-01-16 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.

Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) - Adults
2025-01-16 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.

Dungeons & Dragons -- Tweens & Teens
2025-01-16 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
2025-01-16 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.

Pokémon Club -- All Ages
2025-01-16 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.

Book Club -- Adult
2025-01-16 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.

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

Veterans Coffee -- Adults
2025-01-17 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 at 10:30 a.m.

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

Homeschool Hangout -- Children
2025-01-17 14:00 - 16:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to all ages.
Enjoy a chance for homeschooling families to meet at the library.

Wednesday, March 1 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Monday, April 10 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Friday, April 21 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Wednesday, May 3 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Friday, May 19 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Wednesday, June 7 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Friday, June 16 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Wednesday, July 5 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Friday, July 21 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Wednesday, August 2 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Friday, August 18 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Wednesday, September 6 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, September 15 @ 3-5 p.m.
Wednesday, October 4 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, October 20 @ 2-4 p.m.
Wednesday, November 1 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, November 17 @ 2-4 p.m.
Wednesday, December 6 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, December 15 @ 2-4 p.m.
Wednesday, January 3 @ 10 a.m. – noon
Friday, January 19 @ 2-4 p.m.
Wednesday, February 7 @ 10 a.m. – noon
Friday, February 16 @ 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, March 5 @ 2-4 p.m.
Friday, March 15 @ 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, April 2 @ 2-4 p.m.
Friday, April 19 @ 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, May 7 @ 2-4 p.m.
Friday, May 17 @ 2-4 p.m.
Friday, June 21 @ 2-4 p.m.
Friday, July 19 @ 2-4 p.m.
Friday, August 16 @ 2-4 p.m.
Monday, September 9 @ 1-3 p.m.
Friday, September 20 @ 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, October 8 @ 1-3 p.m.
Friday, October 18 @ 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, November 5 @ 1-3 p.m.
Friday, November 15 @ 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, December 3 @ 1-3 p.m.
Friday, December 20 @ 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, January 7 @ 1-3 p.m.
Friday, January 17 @ 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, February 4 & 18 @ 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, March 25 @ 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, April 22 @ 2-4 p.m.

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

LEGOs @ the Library
2025-01-17 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.

Barks & Books -- Children
2025-01-17 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 19 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, February 16 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, March 15 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, April 19 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, May 17 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, June 21 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, July 19 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, August 16 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, September 20 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, October 18 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, November 15 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, December 20 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, January 17 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, February 21 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, March 28 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, April 25 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, May 16 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, June 20 @ 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 Day -- All NGRL Branches
2025-01-18, 2025-01-20 | GA
We will be closed for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. We hope you have a safe, happy holiday!

CLOSED Saturday, January 18
CLOSED Monday, January 20

The bookdrop will be open for returns. No materials will be due while we are closed. Downloadable items will still be available via Libby.

Chess Club -- Kids
2025-01-20 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.

Knit & Crochet Club -- Adults
2025-01-21 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.

S.T.E.A.M. Time: Make Your Own Fake Snow -- Children
2025-01-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to children 6th – 12th grade. Children can learn new things in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math fields. This month we’ll be making fake snow that you can play with just like the real thing. All materials provided.

Tuesday, January 21 @ 4 p.m.

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