Northwest Georgia Regional Library System

Sensory Playtime -- Kids
2026-01-06 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to children. We will debut an opportunity for children to experiment with all different types of sensory activities such as beans, Play-Doh, rice and water. We’ll play soothing music and dim the lights to create a sensory friendly environment.

Tuesday, October 7 @ 3-5 p.m.
Tuesday, November 25 @ 3-5 p.m.
Tuesday, January 6 @ 3-5 p.m.
Tuesday, April 7 @ 4-5 p.m.

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

Board Games & Cards -- Adults
2026-01-06 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
2026-01-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-12-30 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
2026-01-06 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-12-30 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.

TnT Creative Writing Club -- Tweens and Teens
2026-01-05 16:30 - 17:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to tweens and teens 6th to 12th grades who come together and share their current projects, exchange ideas, and give and receive feedback.

Monday, January 5 @ 4:30 p.m.
Monday, February 2 @ 4:30 p.m.
Monday, March 2 & 16 @ 4:30 p.m.
Monday, April 6 & 20 @ 4:30 p.m.

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

Pokemon Club -- Kids
2026-01-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to children 5-12. Try to catch them all. Pokemon entusiasts unit in this fun hangout time for kids.

Monday, January 5 @ 4 p.m.
Monday, February 2 @ 4 p.m.
Monday, March 2 @ 4 p.m.
Monday, April 6 @ 4 p.m.

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

Crochet Club -- Adults
2026-01-05 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 crochet gathering where all skill levels and fiber arts are welcome to crochet, knit or sew alongside fellow enthusiasts. Free crochet patterns and lessons available.

Monday, January 5 @ 11:30 a.m.
Monday, March 2 @ 11:30 a.m.
Monday, April 6 & 20 @ 11:30 a.m.

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

Sensory Playtime -- Children
2026-01-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to children 0-4 years old. Low lights, soothing sounds and stimulating play to enrich the motor skills of little ones.

Monday, January 5 @ 11 a.m.
Monday, February 2 @ 11 a.m.
Monday, March 2 @ 11 a.m.
Monday, April 6 @ 11 a.m.

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

Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) - Adults
2026-01-05 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.

Baby & Toddler Time -- Children
2026-01-05 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
2026-01-05 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.

Knit/Crochet Meetup -- Adults
2026-01-03 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.

Friends of the Library Book Sale -- All Ages
2026-01-03 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!

Needle & Fiberworks -- Adults
2026-01-03 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.

Paw Pals (Read with Therapy Dogs) -- Children
2026-01-02 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.

Teen Advisory Board
2026-01-02 15:30 - 16:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to 9th to 12th grades. The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) members assist with teen programming, collection development, displays, and so much more — all while earning volunteer hours. If you are interested in joining, please email Ms.Vivi at martinezv@ngrl.org.

Friday, January 2 @ 3:30 p.m.
Friday, February 6 @ 3:30 p.m.
Friday, March 6 @ 3:30 p.m.
Friday, April 10 @ 3:30 p.m.

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

LEGOs @ the Library
2026-01-02 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.

Blood Assurance Drive
2026-01-02 13:00 - 15:00 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
To schedule an appointment, please visit blood assurance.org. Walk-in donors are also welcome. All who give will receive a voucher for three free books and your choice of a burgundy or cream blanket.

Veterans Coffee -- Adults
2026-01-02 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
2026-01-02 10:30 - 11:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to ages 18 and older. 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
2026-01-01 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.

CLOSED for New Year Holiday -- All NGRL Branches
2026-01-01, 2025-12-31 | GA
We will be closed for the New Year holiday. We hope you have a safe, happy holiday!
CLOSED Wednesday, December 31
CLOSED Thursday, January 1, 2026
The bookdrop will be open for returns. No materials will be due while we are closed. Downloadable items will still be available.

Beginner Spanish -- Adults (Spanish translator present)
2025-12-31 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.

Teen Tycoons Part 1 & Part 2
2025-12-30 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.

Family NERF Wars -- All Ages
2025-12-29 18:30 - 20:00 | 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 the whole family. Come and enjoy a competitive evening of NERF wars.

Monday, December 29 @ 6:30 p.m.

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

Chapter Champions -- Kids
2025-12-29 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.

Festive Candle Painting -- Adults (Spanish Interpreter present.)
2025-12-29 11:30 - 12:30 | Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library, 310 Cappes St, Dalton, GA, 30720, United States
Open to adults 18 and older. Spend a cozy morning painting your own holiday candle. Add cheerful patterns, seasonal colors, or whimsical designs to create a glowing decoration that’s uniquely yours. Perfect for adding a handmade touch to your home or gifting to someone special. (Spanish Interpreter present.)

Monday, December 29 @ 11:30 a.m.

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