Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Storytime -- Children
2025-12-04 10:15 - 11:15, 2025-12-04 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | 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
2025-12-04 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.

Dungeons & Dragons -- Tweens & Teens
2025-12-04 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
2025-12-04 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.

Zumba -- Adults
2025-12-05 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. in October
Friday, November 7 & 21 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, December 5 & 19 @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, January 2,16 & 30 @ 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
2025-12-05 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
2025-12-05 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.

Fridays from 4-5 p.m.
Friday, August 1, 15 & 29 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, September 5 & 19 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, October 3, 17 & 31 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, November 14 @ 3-5 p.m.
Friday, December 5 & 19 @ 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
2025-12-05 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.

Cricut Christmas Ornaments Crafting -- Adults
2025-12-05 15:30 - 16:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Staff member Tori will lead an adult craft utilizing the library’s Cricut smart cutting machine. Participants will be able to design and customize holiday ornaments that you can take home or give to a friend. All materials provided free of charge.

Friday, December 5 @ 3:30 p.m.

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

Paw Pals (Read with Therapy Dogs) -- Children
2025-12-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to children of all ages. Read with a Therapy Dog in a non-judgmental atmosphere.

Friday, January 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, February 7 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, March 7 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, April 4 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, May 2 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, August 1 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, September 5 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, October 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, November 7 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, December 5 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, January 2 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, February 6 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, March 6 @ 4 p.m.

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

Mario Kart Tournament -- Tweens and Teens
2025-12-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to tweens and teens. The library will host a Mario Kart Switch tournament. Choose your favorite character and race against the other attendees.

Friday, December 15 @ 4 p.m.

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

Movie & Popcorn -- All Ages
2025-12-05 16:00 - 17:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to all ages. We will dim the lights, bring down the projector, and show a movie suitable for all ages are welcome.

Friday, March 6 @ 3:30-5 p.m. — “A Minecraft Movie” (PG, 101 minutes, 2025)

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

Needle & Fiberworks -- Adults
2025-12-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Learn to create using needle and thread.

Saturday, October 4 & 18 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, November 1 & 15 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, December 6 @ 10 a.m.
Saturday, January 3 @ 10 a.m.

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

Friends of the Library Book Sale -- All Ages
2025-12-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to all ages.
Please come join us and see what the Friends of the Library Book Sale has to offer. We have thousands of used books as well as audiobooks and equipment available for sale for reduced prices. Proceeds of the sale go to benefit the Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library’s staff, programs, and collections.

First Saturday of each month, excluding holidays, @ 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 @ 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

No sale Easter weekend.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Citizenship Course Part 1 & 2 -- Adults (Bilingual)
2025-12-06 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.

Knit/Crochet Meetup -- Adults
2025-12-06 11:00 - 12:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. We will welcome all knitters and those interested in crocheting to come socialize and practice your fiber art a bit. Beginners welcome.

Saturday, September 13 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 4 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 1 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 6 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 3 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

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

Chair Yoga -- Adults
2025-12-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, 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. The sessions are free to the public and no mat is required.

Saturday, December 6, 13 & 20 @ 12-1 p.m.

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

Workout with Nancy -- Adults
2025-12-08 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
2025-12-08 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
2025-12-08 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.

Monday, February 2, 9 & 23 @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in March @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in April @ 11 a.m.

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

Chapter Champions -- Kids
2025-12-08 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.

Noni's Nook Storytime -- Children
2025-12-09 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
2025-12-09 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 February @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Tuesdays in March @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Tuesdays in April @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

No Move & Groove November 11.
Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Crafting with Roberta
2025-12-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to tweens and teens 6th – 12th grades. Create a beautiful piece of art with the help of Roberta Charbonneau.

Thursday, May 8 @ 4 p.m. — Painting
Tuesday, May 20 @ 4 p.m. — Crafting.
Monday, June 9 @ 1 p.m. — Floral Collage for Adults 18 and older
Thursday, June 12 @ 2 p.m. — Cardboard Art for Tweens and Teens
Wednesday, June 18 @ 1 p.m. — Patriotic Door Hangers for Adults 18 and older
Wednesday, June 25 @ 2 p.m. — Recycled Art for Tweens and Teens
Thursday, July 10 @ 2 p.m. — Mini robots and beads for Tweens and Teens
Monday, July 14 @ 1 p.m. — Making Cards with Yarn for adults 18 and older
Wednesday, July 23 @ 1 p.m. — First Day of School Frames for adults 18 and older
Thursday, July 24 @ 3 p.m. — Adulting is Hard: Crafternoon for New Adults
Thursday, July 31 @ 2 p.m. — Tweens and Teens
Tuesday, August 5 @ 1 p.m. — Collage making — Adults
Friday, August 15 @ 4 p.m. — 3D letter decor — Tweens and Teens
Wednesday, August 20 @ 1 p.m. — Wind chimes — Adults
Thursday, August 21 @ 4 p.m. — Cardboard portraits — Kids
Tuesday, September 16 @ 3 p.m. — Painting Birch Trees — Adults
Tuesday, September 23 @ 1 p.m. — Button Craft — Adults
Wednesday, September 24 @ 4 p.m. — Tweens and Teens
Wednesday, October 8 @ 2 p.m. — Fall Mobiles, Adults
Thursday, October 9 @ 4 p.m. — Drawing 101, Tweens and Teens
Thursday, October 16 @ 4 p.m. — Drawing 102, Tweens and Teens
Wednesday, October 22 @ 2 p.m. — Sunflowers, Adults
Thursday, October 23 @ 4 p.m. — Painting, Tweens and Teens
Tuesday, November 18 @ 2 p.m. — Christmas Cards
Tuesday, December 9 @ 1 p.m. — Button Christmas Trees
Monday, December 15 @ 3:30 p.m. — Holiday crafts for the whole family.
Wednesday, January 14 @ 3:30 p.m. — Fun for the whole family.
Wednesday, January 21 @ 1 p.m. — Winter scene (adults 18 and older).
Monday, January 26 @ 4 p.m. — Tweens and Teens.

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

Pictures with Santa -- All Ages
2025-12-09 15:30 - 16:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to the whole family. Come and have your pictures made with Santa.

Tuesday, December 9 @ 3:30 p.m.

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

Quiet Kids Book Club -- Kids
2025-12-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 1st to 5th grades. Individual, free-choice book club for kids who just want to read and talk about their book. Bring your current read, sit and enjoy on your own, and answer a few questions at the end.

Tuesday, September 9 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, October 14 @ 4 p.m.
Tuesday, December 9 @ 4 p.m.

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

Tree Trimming Party -- Family
2025-12-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to all ages. Join our annual Tree Trimming Party. Come out to hear stories read by Aspiring Educators Association of Dalton State College, eat some yummy treats, and help us decorate for the holidays.

Tuesday, December 9 @ 4 p.m.

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

Penguin Portraits -- Tweens and Teens
2025-12-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to 6th to 12th grades. Paint and decorate a penguin and frame from recycled materials.

Tuesday, December 9 @ 4 p.m.

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

Teen Tycoons Part 1 & Part 2
2025-12-09 16:30 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 6th to 12th grades. Calling all Tweens & Teens with an interest in entrepreneurship! Join the Dalton High School DECA club to learn how to plan, develop, and pitch a business idea. The best idea wins a prize! All supplies provided.

Tuesday, December 9 @ 4:30 p.m. Part 1
Tuesday, December 30 @ 4:30 p.m. Part 2
Tuesday, January 13 @ 4:30 p.m. Part 1
Tuesday, January 27 @ 4:30 p.m. Part 2

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