Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Food and Flick -- Tweens and Teens
2025-09-15 15:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to grades 6 to 12. Join us for a movie and some matching themed food.

Saturday, September 6 @ 3:30-6 p.m. — We will show “Wicked!” (PG, 160 minutes, 2024).
Friday, October 10 @ 4-6:30 p.m. — We will show Five Nights at Freddy’s” (PG13, 110 minutes, 2023).

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

Chapter Champions -- Kids
2025-09-15 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
2025-09-15 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.

TnT: Creative Writing Club -- Tweens and Teens
2025-09-15 16:30 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to grades 6th to 12th grades. Aspiring writers are invited to come together and share their current projects, exchange ideas, and give and receive feedback. All supplies provided. No prior attendance is required.

Monday, September 15 @ 4:30 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
2025-09-16 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
2025-09-16 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
2025-09-16 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.

Learn Cursive -- Children
2025-09-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open children. We will have worksheets and guidance available for teaching children all about writing and reading cursive letters.

Tuesday, September 16 @ 4 p.m.

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

Craft with Paw Angels -- All Ages
2025-09-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to all ages. Come make a craft and meet a real adoptable dog from Paw Angels.

Tuesday, September 16 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, October 22 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, November 13 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, December 17 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, January 14 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, February 11 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, March 17 @ 4 p.m.

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

Computer Basics -- Adults (Bilingual)
2025-09-16 17:45 - 18:45 | 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.

Stretchband Workout With Nancy - Adults
2025-09-17 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
2025-09-17 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
2025-09-17 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.

Graphic Design -- Adults (Bilingual)
2025-09-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Learn the basic concepts of graphic design and Adobe Illustrator.

Wednesday, September 17 @ 11 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)
2025-09-17 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.

Teen Talk - No Cap - Tweens and Teens
2025-09-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to tweens and teens 10-18. Family Resource Center is hosting a mini-session covering social & emotional learning and life skills.

Wednesday, March 19 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, April 16 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, May 14 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, June 18 @ 12 p.m.
Wednesday, July 16 @ 12 p.m.
Wednesday, August 20 @ 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 17 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, October 22 @ 4 p.m.
Wednesday, November 19 @ 4 p.m.

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

Storytime -- Children
2025-09-18 10:15 - 11:15, 2025-09-18 16:00 - 17:00 | 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
2025-09-18 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.

ESOL Games - Adults
2025-09-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Learn English through playing a variety of fun games.

Thursdays in September @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in November @ 4 p.m.

No ESOL games November 27.
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

D&D for Tweens
2025-09-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to tweens. Join us for a game of DnD with your peers.

Thursday, September 18 @ 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
2025-09-18 16:00 - 18:00 | 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
2025-09-18 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: Vision Boards -- Adults
2025-09-18 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: 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.
