Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Veterans Coffee -- Adults
2025-02-28 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | 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 at 10:30 a.m.

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

Zumba -- Adults
2025-02-28 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.

Art @ the Library: Key Chains -- Adults (Spanish Translator Present)
2025-02-27 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-02-24 11:30 - 12:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Join us for a creative drawing session at the library as we turn your unique works of art into key chains. All supplies provided.

Monday, February 24 @ 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, February 27 @ 5:30 p.m.

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

Pokémon Club -- All Ages
2025-02-27 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.
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.

Pokémon Club -- All Ages
2025-02-27 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.

Dungeons & Dragons -- Tweens & Teens
2025-02-27 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.

Little Sprouts with Jennifer DeRochers -- Kids
2025-02-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 1st – 5th grade. Nature Homes and Families – Join us for an exciting exploration into the world of animal homes and families!

Thursday, February 26 @ 4 p.m. Learn how birds survive the cold and how we can help with crafts and games.
Thursday, March 26 @ 4 p.m. After a short lesson on why evergreens stay green, they explore branches with magnifiers, compare needles vs. scales, and smell different conifer sprigs. They create a simple evergreen sachet or “winter forest sensory bag” to take home.
Thursday, April 23 @ 4 p.m. Enjoy a story and activities about forest creatures and build a house to attract some magic.

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

Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) - Adults
2025-02-27 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
2025-02-27 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.

AARP Tax Prep -- Adults
2025-02-27 10:00 - 23:00, 2025-02-25 10:00 - 23:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. AARP will be here to help those in need of aid with their taxes.

Tuesdays and Thursdays in February @ 10 a.m.
Tuesday, April 1, 8 & 15 @ 10 a.m.
Thursday, April 3 & 10 @ 10 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)
2025-02-26 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.

Life Skills with Angela -- Adults
2025-02-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Join lifestyle coach Angela Coney for an afternoon information on coping with anxiety, stress, and isolation.

Wednesday, February 26 @ 1 p.m.
Wednesday, March 26 @ 1 p.m.
Wednesday, April 23 @ 1 p.m.
Wednesday, May 21 @ 1 p.m.

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

Chair Yoga -- Adults
2025-02-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, 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. These sessions are free to the public is required.

Saturday, March 21 @ 12-1:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 18 @ 12-1:00 p.m.

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

Board Games & Cards -- Adults
2025-02-26 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
2025-02-26 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

Called Meeting of the NGRL Executive Committee at Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library
2025-02-25 17:00 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
The Northwest Georgia Regional Library System Executive Committee will be attending a called meeting at the Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library for personnel matters.

February 25 at 5 p.m.

Preliminary Agenda:
CALLED MEETING

Call to Order
Executive Session

Personnel

Committee Action
Adjournment

TnT J-Pop - Tweens and Teens
2025-02-25 16:30 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to tweens and teens. Learn a variety of crafts at the library. All supplies provided.

Tuesday, January 28 @ 4:30 p.m. Learn how to use the Circuit machine to create soot sprite tumblers.
Tuesday, February 25 @ 4:30 p.m. Maria Block Pinatas.
Tuesday, March 25 @ 4:30 p.m. Custom Claw Clips.
Tuesday, April 29 @ 4:30 p.m. Gengar Yogurt Bowls.
Tuesday, May 27 @ 4:30 p.m. Studio Ghibli Paint Along. All supplies provided.
Tuesday, June 24 @ 4:30 p.m. Pokemon Card Stands.
Tuesday, July 29 @ 4:30 p.m. Faux Stained Glass Art.
Tuesday, August 26 @ 4:30 p.m. Miniature Rice Ball Vases.
Tuesday, November 25 @ 4:30 p.m. Clay Keycups. All supplies provided.

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

Magic the Gathering & Pokemon Card Games -- Children
2025-02-25 16:00 - 17:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to kids. This is an opportunity for people to come and play collectible card games such as Magic the Gathering and Pokémon the Card Game.

Wednesday, February 21 @ 4-5 p.m.
Friday, March 8 @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Friday, April 12 @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Friday, May 10 @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Friday, June 14 @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Friday, July 12 @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Friday, August 9 @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Friday, September 13 @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Friday, October 11 @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Friday, November 8 @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Friday, December 6 @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Friday, January 10 @ 4-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 25 @ 4-5:30 p.m.

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

Career Day: Little Rome Restaurant -- All Ages
2025-02-25 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to all ages. This month will be led by Tyler Hord from Little Rome. Drop by to find out how to run a restaurant and ask him any questions about cooking you might have.

Tuesday, February 25 @ 4 p.m.

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

Homeschool Meetup - Tweens and Teens
2025-02-25 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.

Noni's Nook Storytime -- Children
2025-02-25 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. This month we’ll be reading about octopi, penguins, quilts, and robots in books written by Peter Bently, Karin Akesson, Philip Stead and more.

Tuesdays @ 10:30 a.m.

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

Nerf War -- Tweens & Teens
2025-02-24 18:00 - 19:45 | 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 6th – 12th grade. Join us after hours for an evening of games, snacks, and fun! Signed waiver is required.

Monday, June 26 @ 5–7 p.m.
Monday, July 24 @ 5–7 p.m.
Monday, September 25 @ 5-7 p.m.
Monday, October 23 @ 5-7 p.m.
Monday, November 20 @ 5-7 p.m.
Monday, December 18 @ 5-7 p.m.
Monday, January 22 @ 5-7 p.m.
Monday, February 26 @ 5-7 p.m.
Monday, March 25 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, April 29 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, May 20 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, June 24 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, July 22 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, August 26 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, September 23 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, October 21 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, November 18 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, December 16 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, January 27 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, February 24 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, March 24 @ 6-7:45 p.m.

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

Anime Club -- Tweens & Teens
2025-02-24 18:00 - 19:45 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to 6th-12th grades. Come hang out with your friends in grades 6-12 at the Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library. Enjoy discussing and watching some of your favorite shows with other fans!

Tuesday, January 10 @ 3 – 5 p.m.
Tuesday, February 14 @ 3 – 5 p.m. – Theme: Demon Slayer
Tuesday, March 14 @ 3 – 5 p.m. – Theme: Fruits Basket
Tuesday, April 11 @ 3 – 5 p.m. – Theme: Haikyu!
Tuesday, May 9 @ 3 – 5 p.m. – Theme: Dr. Stone
Monday, June 5 @ 3 – 5 p.m. – Theme: Kaguya-Sama Love Is War
Wednesday, July 19 @ 3 – 5 p.m. – Theme: Ace Attorney
Tuesday, August 8 @ 3 – 5 p.m. – Theme: My Love Story!!
Tuesday, September 12 @ 4-5:30 p.m. – Theme: Natsume’s Book of Friends
Tuesday, October 10 @ 4-5:30 p.m. – Theme: Soul Eater
Tuesday, November 7 @ 4-5:30 p.m. – Theme: The Girl I Like Forgot Her Glasses
Tuesday, December 5 @ 4-5:30 p.m. – Theme: Polar Bear Cafe
Tuesday, January 9 @ 4-5:30 p.m. – Theme: Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End
Tuesday, February 6 @ 4-5 p.m. – Theme: Horimiya
Monday, March 25 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, April 29 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, May 20 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, June 24 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, July 22 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, August 26 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, September 23 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, October 21 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Monday, December 16 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Saturday, December 28 @ 11 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 4 @ 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Monday, January 27 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Saturday, February 1 @ 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Monday, February 24 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Saturday, March 8 @ 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Monday, March 24 @ 6-7:45 p.m.
Saturday, April 5 @ 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

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

Drawing 101 -- All Ages. (Bilingual)
2025-02-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to all ages. Learn the basics of pencil drawing & develop basic art skills. Share your artwork & receive advice on how to improve your drawing skills. Focused on adults but all ages are welcome as long as children are accompanied by a parent.

Monday, February 24 @ 5:30 p.m.
Monday, March 24 @ 5:30 p.m.
Monday, April 28 @ 5:30 p.m.

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

Kids Library Lab: Shrinky Dinks -- Kids
2025-02-24 16:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 1st – 5th graders. Join us for a session of making Shrinky Dinks for springtime.

Monday, February 24 @ 4 – 5 p.m.

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

Chess Club -- Kids
2025-02-24 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.

Yoga with Judy -- Adults
2025-02-24 13:30 - 14:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Join Judy for a slow, stress free yoga session.

Monday, February 3 and 24 @ 1:30 p.m.

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

Baby & Toddler Time -- Children
2025-02-24 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.
