Library LEGO -- Children
2026-01-31 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to ages 8 – 13.
Flex your creativity skills and play with LEGO® bricks! Make something you want to share? Ask us about displaying your masterpiece.

January: Saturday 01/11 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
February: Saturday 02/08/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
March: Saturday 03/08/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
April: Saturday 04/12/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
May: Saturday 05/10/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
June: Friday 06/14/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
July: Friday 07/12/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
August: Saturday 08/09/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
September: Saturday 09/27/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
October: Saturday 10/11/25 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
November: Saturday 11/22/25 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
December: Saturday 12/13/25 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
January: Saturday 1/31/26 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
February: Saturday 2/07/26 @ 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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

Change Your Habits, Change Your Life
2026-01-31 11:00 - 12:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
A presentation on starting healthy habits for the New Year by Millicent Flake.

Saturday, Feb. 31 @ 12-1 p.m.

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

CLOSED Due to Anticipated Inclement Weather -- All NGRL Branches
2026-01-31 | GA
All branches will be closed due to the anticipated inclement weather and icy roads on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Please keep an eye on our website and social media for updates for Monday.
We hope everyone is able to stay safe and warm and avoid the roads as much as possible during this time.

Nerf Wars -- Tweens
2026-01-30 18:15 - 20:15 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Image from: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Various_Nerf_ammo_types.jpg
Open to tweens and teens 10-18 years old. Get ready for an epic NERF battle. Permission slip must be signed by a parent.

Saturday, August 9 @ 1:45-3:45 p.m.
Friday, September 12 @ 6:15-8:15 p.m.
Saturday, October 18 @ 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Monday, November 10 @ 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 24 @ 1:45-3:45 p.m.

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

Teen Graphic Novel Club
2026-01-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 6th to 12th grades. Join our new graphic novel book club! Each month, we’ll pick a graphic novel, comic, or manga to read and discuss. Light refreshments will be provided. Email martinezv@ngrl.org if you’d like to attend virtually.

Friday, January 30 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, February 27 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, March 27 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, April 24 @ 4 p.m. “Spy X Family Volume”

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

Spelling Bee -- Kids
2026-01-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
This is a special event of children. Come out and showcase your spelling skills for a chance to win fun prizes.

Friday, January 30 @ 4 p.m.

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

LEGOs @ the Library
2026-01-30 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.

Veterans Coffee -- Adults
2026-01-30 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.

Zumba -- Adults
2026-01-30 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.

Pokémon Club -- All Ages
2026-01-29 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.

Young Adulting - Life Skills for Tweens and Teens
2026-01-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Come learn life skills at the library for emerging young adults. We will cover different skills such as housework, finances, job searches, etc.

Baby Lapsit - Children
2026-01-29 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.

Storytime -- Children
2026-01-29 10:15 - 11:15 | 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.

Beginner Spanish -- Adults (Spanish translator present)
2026-01-28 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
2026-01-28 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.

Stretchband Workout With Nancy - Adults
2026-01-28 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

Pinterest Basics -- Adults
2026-01-27 17:30 - 18:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Learn how you can use Pinterest to create a virtual bulletin board to share recipes, craft ideas, images, and other things you love in this introductory class. (Spanish Interpreter Available)

Tuesday, January 27 @ 5:30 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
2026-01-27 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.

Career Day: Red Cross -- Kids
2026-01-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to kids. This month we’ll have a visit from the American Red Cross, who will teach you about personal safety and disaster preparedness.

Tuesday, January 27 @ 4 p.m.

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

STEM: Robots - Tweens and Teens
2026-01-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Come learn about basic programming and play with our newest mini robot editions!

Board Games & Cards -- Adults
2026-01-27 13:00 - 14:00 | 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.

Tuesdays in January @ 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Tuesdays in March @ 10:30 a.m.-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.

Move & Groove -- Kids
2026-01-27 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.

Noni's Nook Storytime -- Children
2026-01-27 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.

Crafting with Roberta
2026-01-26 16:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Storytime -- Children
2026-01-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to all ages. We read 2-3 stories with a craft or activity following.
First & Third Tuesdays @ 4 p.m.

10/06 @ 4 p.m. — Ghosts
10/27 @ 4 p.m. — Costume Dance Party
11/10 @ 4 p.m. — DI-November
11/24 @ 4 p.m. — Thanksgiving
12/8 @ 4 p.m. — Santa
12/22 @ 4 p.m. — Christmas
01/05 @ 4 p.m. — Snow
01/26 @ 4 p.m. — Groundhog Day
02/09 @ 4 p.m. — Valentine’s Day

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

Art @ The Library -- Adults (Spanish translator present)
2026-01-26 11:30 - 12:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Learn a variety of crafting skills to create your own masterpiece. All supplies provided, though you can bring your own materials as well.

Monday, January 26 @ 11:30 a.m. Turmeric Anthotypes
Thursdsday, January 29 @ 5:30 a.m. Turmeric Anthotypes
Monday, February 23 @ 11:30 a.m. Paper Pulp Heart on Canvas
Thursday, February 26 @ 5:30 a.m. Paper Pulp Heart on Canvas

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

Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) - Adults
2026-01-26 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.

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.
Mondays in September @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in October @ 11 a.m.
Mondays in November @ a 11.m.
Monday, December 1 & 8 @ 11 a.m.
Monday January 12 & 26 @ 11 a.m.
Monday, February 2, 9 & 23 @ 11 a.m.

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

Baby & Toddler Time -- Children
2026-01-26 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.

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
2026-01-26 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 a.m. in April
Monday May 5 & 19 @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in June @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in July @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in August @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in September @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in October @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in November @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in December @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in January @ 10 a.m.
Mondays in February @ 10 a.m.

No Workout w/Nancy Jan. 19
No Workout w/Nancy February 16

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

CLOSED due to Anticipated Inclement Weather -- All NGRL Branches
2026-01-26 | GA
All branches will be closed due to the anticipated inclement weather and icy roads on Monday, January 26. Please keep an eye on our website and social media for updates for the rest of the week.
We hope everyone is able to stay safe and warm and avoid the roads as much as possible during this time.
