Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Dungeons & Dragons -- Tweens & Teens
2025-08-07 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Pokémon Club -- All Ages
2025-08-07 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 Turner Book Club -- Adults
2025-08-07 17:30 - 18:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Warm your heart this January by discussing our Found Family themed pick. We’ll discuss our current read and vote for the next book.

Thursday, January 2 @ 5:30 p.m. “Anxious People” by Fredrick Backman.
Thursday, February 6 @ 5:30 p.m. “Beach Read” by Emily Henry.
Thursday, March 6 @ 5:30 p.m. “Fourth Wing” by Rebecca Yarros.
Thursday, April 3 @ 5:30 p.m. “The Art of Racing in the Rain” by Garth Stein.
Thursday, May 1 @ 5:30 p.m. “The Picture of Dorian Gray” by Oscar Wilde.
Thursday, June 5 @ 5:30 p.m. “The Berry Pickers” by Amanda Peters
Thursday, July 3 @ 5:30 p.m. “Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies” by Catherine Mack
Thursday, July 7 @ 5:30 p.m. “The Pale Blue Eye” by Louis Bayard
Thursday, September 4 @ 5:30 p.m. “The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches” by Sangu Mandanna
Thursday, October 2 @ 5:30 p.m. “Yellowface” by R. F. Kuang
Thursday, November 6 @ 5:30 p.m. “How to Solve Your Own Murder” by Kristen Perrin

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

Zumba -- Adults
2025-08-08 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
2025-08-08 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
2025-08-08 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.

TnT Art Club: Tweens & Teens
2025-08-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grades. Join our Teen Art Club and join others to create fun, casual art or work on their personal projects. All supplies provided.

Friday, August 8 & 22 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, September 12 & 26 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, October 10 & 24 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, November 7 & 21 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, December 12 @ 3-5 p.m.

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

Pony Bead Bracelets -- Tweens and Teens
2025-08-08 16:00 - 17:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to 6th through 12th grades. We will be making pony bead bracelets. Come and design an accessory that shows your style.

Friday, August 8 @ 4-5:30 p.m.

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

Clay Friday -- Tweens and Teens
2025-08-08 16:30 - 17:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to grades 6 to 12. We will use an air-dry clay maker to make unique pieces of art.

Friday, August 8 @ 4:30 p.m.

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

Storyventures at Brookwood Park -- Kids
2025-08-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Story time – Reading is fun, especially when you act it out
Join us for an English/Spanish bilingual story time in the park filled by a craft or activity. Our theme this month is Ice Cream & Paletas. Open to all ages,, but designed for K-5th grades.

Saturday, August 9 @ 10-11 a.m.

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

Citizenship Course Part 1 & 2 -- Adults (Bilingual)
2025-08-09 10:30 - 13:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults. This course helps individuals prepare for the citizenship exam and interview. Presented by Maria Guijon.

Saturday, February 7 @ 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 Part 1
Saturday, February 21 @ 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 Part 2
Saturday, April 11 @ 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 Part 1
Saturday, April 18 @ 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 Part 2

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

Library LEGO -- Children
2025-08-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to ages 8 – 13.
Flex your creativity skills and play with LEGO® bricks! Make something you want to share? Ask us about displaying your masterpiece.

January: Saturday 01/11 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
February: Saturday 02/08/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
March: Saturday 03/08/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
April: Saturday 04/12/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
May: Saturday 05/10/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
June: Friday 06/14/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
July: Friday 07/12/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
August: Saturday 08/09/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
September: Saturday 09/27/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
October: Saturday 10/11/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
November: Saturday 11/22/25 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
December: Saturday 12/13/25 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
January: Saturday 1/31/26 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
February: Saturday 2/07/26 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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

TnT NERF War -- Tweens and Teens vs. Adults
2025-08-09 13:30 - 15:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Image from: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Various_Nerf_ammo_types.jpg
Open to tweens and teens 4th to 12th grades. Grab your blasters and darts. Each month we play NERF games like Capture the Flag, Battle Royale, and Zombies. Blasters and darts provided. Signed waiver is required.

Saturday, January 10 @ 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Saturday, February 7 @ 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 14 @ 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 @ 1:30-3:30 p.m.

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

Nerf Wars -- Tweens
2025-08-09 13:45 - 15:45 | 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 tweens and teens 10-18 years old. Get ready for an epic NERF battle. Permission slip must be signed by a parent.

Saturday, August 9 @ 1:45-3:45 p.m.
Friday, September 12 @ 6:15-8:15 p.m.
Saturday, October 18 @ 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Monday, November 10 @ 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 24 @ 1:45-3:45 p.m.

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

Workout with Nancy -- Adults
2025-08-11 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
2025-08-11 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
2025-08-11 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.

Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) - Adults
2025-08-11 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
2025-08-11 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
2025-08-11 16:30 - 18:00 | 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
2025-08-12 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.

Computer Basics -- Adults (Bilingual)
2025-08-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Patron Jerry Haley works studiously on one of the many computers in the library’s tech lab.
Open to adults 19 and older. This course is designed for beginners who would like to learn how to use a computer properly. The basic concepts of how to use a computer will be explored in a class by utilizing Windows 10.

Monday, February 3 @ 5:30 p.m.
Monday, April 21 @ 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 12 @ 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 16 @ 5:45 p.m.
Wednesday, November 5 @ 11 a.m.

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

How to Help your Child Learn at Home -- Adults
2025-08-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Leta Tankersley Alton will present a short lecture for parents on good practices to help children learn and study at home.

Tuesday, August 12 @ 11 a.m.
Tuesday, August 26 @ 11 a.m.

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

Move & Groove -- Kids
2025-08-12 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.

Tuesdaysin August @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

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

Fox in a Box Tour - All Ages
2025-08-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to everyone. Come by for a guided tour of our Fox in a Box pop up display. One of our librarians will share about the history of legacy behind the magnificent Fox Theatre. The display is on loan and will be available for public viewing August 4 through September 8 only.

Tuesday, August 12 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, August 26 @ 11 a.m.

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

Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-08-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to all ages. The Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library Board will be meeting for its quarterly meeting. They will be meeting at the Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library. This is the perfect opportunity to offer feedback for each of the libraries.
The Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library Board meetings are traditionally on the second Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. in August, November, Feburary, and May. Some scheduled dates may change due to holiday or absences.
2025 Dates

Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.

2026 Dates

Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.

2027 Dates

Tuesday, February 9, 2027, at 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 11, 2027, at 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 10, 2027, at 4:30 p.m.

TnT DIY: Aurora Sun Catchers -- Tweens and Teens
2025-08-12 16:30 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to ages 6th – 12th grades. Learn how to make an Aurora sun catcher with holographic palettes. No experience is required and all supplies are provided.

Tuesday, August 12 @ 4:30 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
2025-08-12 16:30 - 17:30 | 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.

Stretchband Workout With Nancy - Adults
2025-08-13 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
2025-08-13 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.
