Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Intro to Google Suite -- Adults (Spanish translator present)
2024-10-28 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | 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 18 and older. Learn the basics of Google Suite. We will touch on topics such as Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets and Slides.

Monday, October 28 @ 5:30 p.m.
Monday, December 2 @ 5:30 p.m.

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

Art @ the Library: Stained Glass: Dice Coloring -- Adults (Spanish translator provided)
2024-10-28 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-10-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. In this creative session, you’ll solo a stained glass coloring page filled with a mosaic of little squares. Roll the dice to determine which color to use for each section, adding an element of surprise to your artwork. All supplies provided.

Monday, October 24 @ 5:30 p.m.
Monday, October 28 @ 11:30 a.m.

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

Baby & Toddler Time -- Children
2024-10-28 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.

Workout with Nancy -- Adults
2024-10-28 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-10-28 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 @ 10:30 a.m. in August
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in September
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in October
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in November
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in December
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in January
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in February
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in March
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in April
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in May
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in June
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in July
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in August
Mondays @ 10:30 a.m. in September
Mondays @ 10 a.m. in October
Mondays @ 10 a.m. in November
Mondays @ 10 a.m. in December
Mondays @ 10 a.m. in January
Mondays @ 10 a.m. in February
Mondays @ 10 a.m. in March
Mondays @ 10 a.m. in April
Monday May 5 & 19 @ 10 a.m.

No class January 1 & 15
No class February 17
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

TnT Lock-In -- Tweens & Teens
2024-10-26 13:30 - 18:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 6th – 12th grades. Join us for a spine-chilling night of mysteries and thrills at our Tween and Teen Lock-In. Enjoy games, activities, movies and food. Signed waiver required.

Saturday, October 26 @ 1:30-6:30 p.m.

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

Life Skills: Labor & Delivery -- Adults (Translator present)
2024-10-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. This course is designed to help you learn about various delivery techniques and how to prepare yourself when expecting. In collaboration with Full Circle Birth Services.

Saturday, October 26 @ 11 a.m.

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

Teen Lounge
2024-10-25 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to tweens and teens 12-18 years old. Hang out in the Teen Lounge (The Community Room) for games, movies, food and more.

Tuesdays and Fridays in October @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, November 12 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, November 8 & 22 @ 4 p.m.

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

LEGOs @ the Library
2024-10-25 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.

Book Club -- Adults
2024-10-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older.
Gather to enjoy some book club fun. Each month we will pick a theme. Participants can share what they have learned and read in a fun and casual setting.

Friday, January 27 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: Out of My Comfort Zone — try something you wouldn’t normally read and let us know how it goes!
Friday, February 25 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: (Don’t) Act Your Age — try something written for a younger audience or reread a favorite from your youth.
Friday, March 31 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: Your Favorite Author’s Favorite Author
Friday, April 28 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: Library books — Find a book about a library!
Friday, May 26 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: Keeping It Real — Read a work of nonfiction
Friday, June 23 @ 11 a.m. – Theme: All Together Now
Friday, August 25 @ 11 a.m.
Friday, September 29 @ 11 a.m. – “Fairytale Retelling.” — We’ll take a classic and twist it into something new.
Friday, October 27 @ 11 a.m. – “Thrills and Chills” — We’ll read a book in the horror or thriller genre.
Friday, November 17 @ 11 a.m. – “Cozy Reads” — We’ll talk about books we’ve read that were perfect for curling up and enjoying a hot drink with.
Friday, December 15 @ 11 a.m. – Join our book for adult conversations.
Friday, January 26 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Reader’s Choice, so pick a book and come and share.
Friday, February 23 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Romance/Valentine’s Reads.
Friday, March 22 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is A Book with Weather in the Title
Friday, April 26 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Book Club Picks where patrons read something suggested by Reese, Oprah, Jenna or another of the famous book clubs.
Friday, May 31 @ 11 a.m. The club currently reads to a theme rather than a specific book, but will be adding a more traditional book club with a book chosen by a staff member soon.
Friday, June 28 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Beach Reads.
Friday, July 26 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Georgia Writers
Friday, August 30 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is New Writers. Read a book that debuted this year.
Friday, September 27 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Judge a Book by its Cover.
Friday, October 25 @ 11 a.m. – Theme is Thrills and Chills, books in the horror/thriller genre.

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

Zumba -- Adults
2024-10-25 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.

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

Pokémon Club -- All Ages
2024-10-24 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.

Dungeons & Dragons -- Tweens & Teens
2024-10-24 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.

Teen Tabletop -- Tweens and Teens
2024-10-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 12-18. Gamers and wannabe gamers are invited to a tabletop gaming session. We’re ready to explore the wider world of tabletop gaming beyond just D&D with you. If there’s a specific game you want to see, let us know so we can get the word out.

Thursdays in September @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in October @ 4 p.m.
Thursdays in November @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, December 5 @ 4 p.m.

No Teen Tabletop October 10 & 31
No Teen Tabletop November 28
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Little Sprouts with Jennifer DesRochers - Kids
2024-10-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to kids 1 – 5 grade. Butterly Bonanza. Join us on an exciting journey through the enchanting world of butterflies and bugs.

Thursday, August 22 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, September 26 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, October 24 @ 4 p.m.

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

S.T.E.A.M. Storytime - Children
2024-10-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to children 5-12. Join Miss Katya for a story and an experiment.

Thursday, October 24 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, November 21 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, December 13 @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, January 10 @ 4 p.m. This month — Paddle Boats

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

Spanish Class -- Adults
2024-10-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older. It’s never too late to learn a new language. Join us as we learn Spanish together!

Wednesdays @ 4 p.m.

No Class Oct. 10 & 31
No Class Nov. 28
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) - Adults
2024-10-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-23 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.

Baby Lapsit - Children
2024-10-24 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.

Family Nerf War -- All Ages
2024-10-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Image from: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Various_Nerf_ammo_types.jpg
Open to all ages. Join us for a special Family Nerf War! Adults, teens, and children can come and battle against each other and see who comes out on top. Blasters and darts are provided or you can bring your own.

Wednesday, June 26 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Wednesday, August 28 @ 3-5 p.m.
Wednesday, September 25 @ 4-6 p.m.
Wednesday, October 23 @ 4-6 p.m.
Wednesday, November 20 @ 4-6 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)
2024-10-23 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.

English Conversations -- Adults
2024-10-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older. ESOL Instructor Zach will be available to practice your English speech!

Wednesdays @ 10:30 a.m.

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

Board Games & Cards -- Adults
2024-10-23 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.

Stretchband Workout With Nancy - Adults
2024-10-23 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 @ 10:30 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

TnT J-Pop Club -- Tweens and Teens
2024-10-22 16:30 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to tweens and teens 6th – 12th grades. All Supplies provided.

Tuesday, January 30 @ 4:30 p.m. – Join the Japanese Pop Culture Club for an afternoon of designing our very own manga comics.
Tuesday, February 27 @ 4:30 p.m. – We’ll learn about and create art pieces through the art of Decoden.
Tuesday, March 26 @ 4:30 p.m. – Our J-Pop Culture Club will learn about the artistry of Japanese calligraphy. Supplies provided.
Tuesday, April 30 @ 4:30 p.m. – Tweens and teens are invited to to our Japanese Pop Culture Club for an afternoon of Japanese snack sampling. All supplies provided.
Tuesday, May 28 @ 4:30 p.m. – Tweens and teens are invited to join the Japanese Pop Culture Club where we will bring Mario’s iconic piranha plants to life using Perler beads. All supplies provided.
Tuesday, June 25 @ 4:30 p.m. – Tweens and teens are invited to design and assemble their very own Sanrio-themed bag charms. All supplies provided.
Tuesday, July 30 @ 4:30 p.m. – Tweens and teens are invited to design and assemble their very own Pokeball Terrariums. All supplies provided.
Tuesday, September 24 @ 4:30 p.m. – Sanrio Bag Charms. Design and assembler your very own Sanrio-themed bag charms. All supplies provided.
Tuesday, October 22 @ 4:30 p.m. – Shrinky Dinks – Teens & Tweens are invited to learn how to craft popular Japanese character Shrinky Dinks. All supplies provided.
Tuesday, November 26 @ 4:30 p.m. – Enjoy an anime showing filled with fun, snacks and crafts. All supplies provided.

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

S.T.E.A.M. Children's Nature -- Kids
2024-10-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to children 0-12 years old. We’ll be creating art in this story/craft time with Miss Alyssa.

Tuesday, October 22 @ 4 p.m.
Monday, March 31 @ 4 .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: Pumpkin Painting -- Kids
2024-10-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to kids. Children can learn new things in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math fields. The month will be getting ready for autumn by painting pumpkins. All materials provided.

Tuesday, October 22 @ 4 p.m.

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