Pokemon Club -- Kids
2025-12-01 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) - Adults
2025-12-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-24 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
2025-12-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-24 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.

Workout with Nancy -- Adults
2025-12-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-24 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.

CLOSED for Thanksgiving -- All NGRL Branches
2025-11-29, 2025-11-28, 2025-11-27
We will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. We hope you have a safe, happy holiday!
CLOSING @ 1 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26
CLOSED Thursday, November 27
CLOSED Friday, November 28
CLOSED Saturday, November 29
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)
2025-11-26 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.

Family Feud -- All Ages
2025-11-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to all ages. Come and test your gaming skills.

Wednesday, November 26 @ 11 a.m.

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

English Conversations -- Adults
2025-11-26 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.

Board Games & Cards -- Adults
2025-11-26 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
2025-11-26 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 @ 10:00 a.m.
No Class March 4

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

CLOSING @ 1 p.m. for Thanksgiving -- All NGRL Branches
2025-11-26

Drawing Club -- All Ages (Bilingual)
2025-11-25 17:45 - 18:45 | 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 own 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 during the class.

Tuesday, October 28 @ 5:45 p.m.

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

Northwest Georgia Regional Library System Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-11-25 17:00 - 18:00
Open to all ages. The Northwest Georgia Regional Library System Board will be meeting for its quarterly meeting. The meeting will alternate locations for each regular meeting. This is the perfect opportunity to offer feedback for each of the libraries.
The Northwest Georgia Regional Library System Board meetings are traditionally on the fourth Tuesday at 5 p.m. in August, November, Feburary, and May. Some scheduled dates may change due to holiday or absences.
2025 Dates

Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 5 p.m. at Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at 5 p.m. at Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library

2026 Dates

Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library
Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library
Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library

2027 Dates

Tuesday, February 23, 2027, at 5 p.m. at Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library
Thursday, May 25, 2027, at 5 p.m. at Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library
Tuesday, August 24, 2027, at 5 p.m. at Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library

TnT J-Pop - Tweens and Teens
2025-11-25 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.

Book Page Art -- Tweens and Teens
2025-11-25 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to 6th to 12th grades. Use old books to make new ones in this fun art class. All supplies provided.

Tuesday, November 25 @ 4 p.m.

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

Sensory Playtime -- Kids
2025-11-25 15:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Move & Groove -- Kids
2025-11-25 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
2025-11-25 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 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.

Nerf Wars -- Adults
2025-11-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
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Open to adults 18 and older. The kids shouldn’t have all of the fun. Bring friends and family for an afternoon of blasting away. Materials supplied or you can bring your own.

Saturday, June 21 @ 1:30 p.m.
Saturday, November @ 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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

Pony Bead Bracelets -- Tweens and Teens
2025-11-24 16:00 - 17:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to 6th through 12th grades. We will be making pony bead bracelets. Come and design an accessory that shows your style.

Friday, November 24 @ 4-5:30 p.m.

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

Chapter Champions -- Kids
2025-11-24 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.

Sensory-Friendly Events -- All Ages
2025-11-22 13:45 - 15:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to all ages. We are partnering with the North Georgia Autism Center. Enjoy sensory-conscious activities in an environment specifically set up for our neurodivergent friends.

Saturday, August 16 @ 1:45 p.m.
Saturday, September 6 @ 1:45 p.m.
Saturday, September 20 @ 9:30 a.m.
Saturday, October 18 @ 9 a.m. Scavenger hunt.
Saturday, October 25 @ 5 p.m. Trick-or-Treating.
Saturday, November 8 @ 1:45 p.m. Movie
Saturday, November 22 @ 1:45 p.m. Storytime
Saturday, December 13 @ 1:45 p.m. Storytime

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

Library LEGO -- Children
2025-11-22 11:00 - 13:00 | 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.

Teen Lock-in
2025-11-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Chatsworth-Murray County Public Library, 706 Old Dalton Ellijay Rd, Chatsworth, GA, 30705, United States
Open to teens. The library will host a special, after-hours Teen Lock-in. Come spend Friday evening at the library. We’ll provide food and games, show movies play video games and more.

Friday, November 21 @ 6-8:30 p.m.

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

Collage Journaling -- Tweens and Teens
2025-11-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Calhoun-Gordon County Public Library, 100 N Park Avenue, Calhoun, GA, 30701, United States
Open to 6th to 12th grades. Personalize your journal even further by collaging it. All supplies provided.

Friday, November 21 @ 4 p.m.

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