Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Career Day: Doctor -- Kids
2025-04-08 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to children. This month, we will be joined by Dr. Jim Loughridge from the AdventHealth Medical Center. Drop by to learn all about what a doctor does and how you can become one yourself.

Tuesday, April 8 @ 4-5 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
2025-04-08 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.

AARP Tax Prep -- Adults
2025-04-08 10:00 - 23:00, 2025-04-03 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.

Intro to LinkedIn -- Teens (Translator present)
2025-04-07 17:30 - 18:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 14 and older. This course is focused on how to create and use a professional social media platform named LinkedIn.

Monday, April 7 @ 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
2025-04-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 1st-5th grades. Come and learn to make a variety of crafts.

Monday, January 12 @ 4-5 p.m. Watercolor Salt Snowflakes
Monday, February 23 @ 4 p.m. DIY Marble Maze – Build your own marble maze.
Monday, March 9 & 23 @ 4 p.m. Create a pipe flute known for its breath sound.
Monday, April 6 & 20 @ 4 p.m. Celebrate with us by making a card holder for your PINES card.

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

Chess Club -- Kids
2025-04-07 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.

Making Mini Board Books -- Tweens and Teens, Adults
2025-04-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to Tweens, Teens and adults. Enjoy a fun craft hosted by Starbucks managers. Finished books will be given to children in hospitals.

Monday, April 7 @ 2 p.m.

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

Baby & Toddler Time -- Children
2025-04-07 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
2025-04-07 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.

Getting Your Book Published with Vickie McEntire -- Adults
2025-04-05 11:15 - 12:15 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Vickie McEntire will off tips on getting your book published.

Saturday, April 5 @ 11:15 a.m.-12:15p.m.

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

Anime Club -- Tweens & Teens
2025-04-05 11:00 - 13:00 | 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.

Citizenship Course Part 1 & 2 -- Adults (Bilingual)
2025-04-05 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.

Family Lego -- All Ages
2025-04-05 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to all ages. Bring the whole family for a morning of building fun with Legos.

Saturday, April 5 @ 10:30 a.m.

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

Plant Swap -- Adults
2025-04-05 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Join us for a chance to swap plants with other gardening lovers.

Saturday, April 5 @ 10:30

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
2025-04-05 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.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Paw Pals (Read with Therapy Dogs) -- Children
2025-04-04 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 6 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, February 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, March 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, April 14 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, May 5 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, June 2 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, July 7 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, August 4 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, September 1 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, October 6 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, November 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, December 1 @ 4:30 p.m.
Friday, January 5 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, February 2 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, March 1 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, April 5 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, May 3 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, August 2 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, September 6 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, October 4 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, November 1 @ 4 p.m.
Friday, December 6 @ 4 p.m.
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.

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

LEGOs @ the Library
2025-04-04 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.

Veterans Coffee -- Adults
2025-04-04 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 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
2025-04-04 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.

Page Turner Book Club -- Adults
2025-04-03 17:30 - 18:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 19 and older. Warm your heart this January by discussing our Found Family themed pick. We’ll discuss our current read and vote for the next book.

Thursday, January 2 @ 5:30 p.m. “Anxious People” by Fredrick Backman.
Thursday, February 6 @ 5:30 p.m. “Beach Read” by Emily Henry.
Thursday, March 6 @ 5:30 p.m. “Fourth Wing” by Rebecca Yarros.
Thursday, April 3 @ 5:30 p.m. “The Art of Racing in the Rain” by Garth Stein.
Thursday, May 1 @ 5:30 p.m. “The Picture of Dorian Gray” by Oscar Wilde.
Thursday, June 5 @ 5:30 p.m. “The Berry Pickers” by Amanda Peters
Thursday, July 3 @ 5:30 p.m. “Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies” by Catherine Mack
Thursday, July 7 @ 5:30 p.m. “The Pale Blue Eye” by Louis Bayard
Thursday, September 4 @ 5:30 p.m. “The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches” by Sangu Mandanna
Thursday, October 2 @ 5:30 p.m. “Yellowface” by R. F. Kuang
Thursday, November 6 @ 5:30 p.m. “How to Solve Your Own Murder” by Kristen Perrin

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

Pokémon Club -- All Ages
2025-04-03 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
2025-04-03 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.

Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) - Adults
2025-04-03 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
2025-04-03 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.

Beginner Spanish -- Adults (Spanish translator present)
2025-04-02 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
2025-04-02 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.
Wednesday in May @ 11 a.m.

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

Chair Yoga -- Adults
2025-04-02 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
2025-04-02 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
2025-04-02 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
