Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Pokémon Club -- All Ages
2025-07-17 16:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | 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.

Mindfullness @ the Library: Rock Painting -- Adults
2025-07-17 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: Rock Paining. This program helps reduce stress and foster relaxation.

Thursday, July 17 @ 5:30 p.m.

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

Book Club -- Adult
2025-07-17 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.

Zumba -- Adults
2025-07-18 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
2025-07-18 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
2025-07-18 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 Summer Art Club -- Tweens and Teens
2025-07-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grades. The Summer Art Club is for tweens and teens who come together to create fun, casual art or work on more detailed pieces for a special art gallery showing at the end of the summer. All supplies provided.

Fridays in June and July @ 3-5 p.m.

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

Local Author Book Talk -- Adults
2025-07-18 15:30 - 17:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Local author Lee Lunsford will be at the library. Lee writes novels in the world of professional wrestling and works at Wrestling 4 A Cause Chattanooga. He appears on their local television show bi-weekly and does commentary at their ringside events.
Friday, July 18 @ 3:30-5:30 p.m.
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
2025-07-18 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.

Trivia -- Adults
2025-07-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Zach will test your knowledge and ability to recall information on a wide variety of topics.

Friday, June 2 @ 4 – 5 p.m.
Fridays in July @ 4 p.m.

Closed July 4
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Dungeons & Dragons -- Teens and Adults
2025-07-19 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.

Family Movie and Activity -- All Ages
2025-07-19 11:00 - 12:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grades with a special event for new adults, as well. Join us for a movie and a fun activity. We will also have snacks.

Friday, June 6 @ 2-3:30 p.m. — Tweens, Teens and New Adults
Friday, June 13 @ 2-3:30 p.m. — Tweens and Teens
Friday, June 27 @ 2-3:30 p.m. — Tweens and Teens
Friday, July 3 @ 12-1:30 p.m. — Tweens and Teens
Saturday, July 19 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Family
Friday, July 26 @ 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. — Tweens and Teens

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

After Hours Slumber Party -- Kids
2025-07-19 13:45 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to kids. Come in your bright, colorful jammies, watch a movie, have some snacks and drinks and play some sleepover games.

Saturday, June 28 @ 1:45 – 4 p.m. K – 2nd grades
Saturday, July 19 @ 1:45 – 5 p.m. 3rd – 5th grades

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

Messy Art Mondays -- All Ages @ Civitan Park
2025-07-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Off Site
Sometimes, the best way to learn is to get messy. Kids will tap into their creativity to create unique art projects using their imaginations and some unconventional tools. Please dress for a mess. Designed for K-5th grades, but open to everyone.

Monday, July 7 @ 9-11 a.m. @ Lakeshore Park
Monday, July 14 @ 9-11 a.m. @ Al Rollins Park
Monday, July 21 @ 9-11 a.m. @ Civitan Park

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

Workout with Nancy -- Adults
2025-07-21 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
2025-07-21 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.

Rock Painting -- Tweens and Teens
2025-07-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grades. Join us for a creative and relaxing afternoon of painting rocks. All supplies provided.

Monday, July 21 @ 1 p.m.

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

Chess Club -- Kids
2025-07-21 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.

Reimagined Book Covers -- Tweens and Teens
2025-07-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grades. Come design and reimagine the cover of your favorite book. All materials provided.

Monday, July 21 @ 4 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
2025-07-22 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.

Homeschool Meetup - Tweens and Teens
2025-07-22 11:00 - 12:00 | 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.

For the Love of Graphic Novels -- Tweens and Teens
2025-07-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grades. Join other tweens and teens as we discuss the various elements of a graphic novel.

Tuesday, July 1 @ 11 a.m. — Intro to Graphic Novels
Tuesday, July 8 @ 11 a.m. — Elements of a Story
Tuesday, July 15 @ a.m. — Art Styles and DIY Panels
Tuesday, July 22 @ 11 a.m. — Discuss Reads
Tuesday, July 29 @ 11 a.m. — Workshop DIY Graphic Novels

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

Make Pinhole Cameras -- Kids
2025-07-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to children. Children learn new things in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math fields. This month we’ll be making pinhole camera. Learn all about the early type of camera and build your own.

Tuesday, July 22 @ 4 p.m.

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

TnT Bad Art Night -- Tweens and Teens
2025-07-22 16:30 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grades. Come to a night of laughter at our Bad Art Night. Come create some artwork without the pressure of perfection. All supples provided.

Tuesday, July 22 @ 4:30 p.m.

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

K-3rd Grade Tutoring
2025-07-23 10:00 | GA
Open to kids entering kindergarten through 3rd Grade. Leta Tankersley Alton and other local educators will offer free, one-hour tutoring for children. Avoid the “summer slide” and see a staff member to sign up for a slot.

Wednesdays in June @ 10:00 a.m.-1 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
2025-07-23 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
2025-07-23 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.

Board Games & Cards -- Adults
2025-07-23 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
2025-07-23 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.

Graffiti Art -- Teens
2025-07-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to teens. Use your imagination to make a piece of graffiti art. All supplies provided.

Wednesday, July 23 @ 12 p.m.

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