Week of Events
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CLOSED for Independence Day Holiday — All NGRL Branches
We will be closed for the Independence Day holiday. We hope you have a safe, happy holiday! CLOSED Friday, July 4 CLOSED Saturday, July 5 The bookdrop will be open for returns. No materials will be due while we are closed. Downloadable items will still be available.
CLOSED for Independence Day Holiday — All NGRL Branches
We will be closed for the Independence Day holiday. We hope you have a safe, happy holiday! CLOSED Friday, July 4 CLOSED Saturday, July 5 The bookdrop will be open for returns. No materials will be due while we are closed. Downloadable items will still be available.
Workout with Nancy — Adults
Workout with Nancy — Adults
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 […]
Baby & Toddler Time — Children
Baby & Toddler Time — Children
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 […]
Brian Roberts (Magician) — Kids @ GEM Theatre
Brian Roberts (Magician) — Kids @ GEM Theatre
Magician Brian Robert Presents Magic Mosaic: Get ready for this fun, interactive show filled with color, surprises, and of course, a bit of magic. Monday, June 30 @ 11 a.m. @ GEM Theatre (114 N Wall Street, Calhoun, GA 30701) Monday, June 30 @ 3 p.m. @ Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library Tuesday, July 1 @ […]
Snacks from Around the World — Adults (Spanish translator present)
Snacks from Around the World — Adults (Spanish translator present)
Open to adults 19 and older. Take your taste buds on a trip to South Korea. Sample a variety of sweet, savory, and unique Korean snacks while learning a bit about the culture behind the flavors. Supplies are limited to first come, first served. Thursday, May 29 @ 5:30. Monday, June 30 @ 11:30 a.m. […]
Friendship Bracelets — Tweens and Teens
Friendship Bracelets — Tweens and Teens
Open to 6th - 12th grades. Make and then share your own personalized friendship bracelet. All supplies provided. Monday, June 20 @ 12 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Brian Roberts (Magician) Kids
Brian Roberts (Magician) Kids
Magician Brian Robert Presents Magic Mosaic: Get ready for this fun, interactive show filled with color, surprises, and of course, a bit of magic. Monday, June 30 @ 11 a.m. @ GEM Theatre (114 N Wall Street, Calhoun, GA 30701) Monday, June 30 @ 3 p.m. @ Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library Tuesday, July 1 @ […]
Chess Club — Kids
Chess Club — Kids
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 @ […]
Fox in a Box Tour – All Ages
Fox in a Box Tour – All Ages
Open to everyone. Come by for a guided tour of our Fox in a Box pop up display. One of our librarians will share about the history of legacy behind the magnificent Fox Theatre. The display is on loan and will be available for public viewing August 4 through September 8 only. Tuesday, August 12 […]
Spanish Storytime — Colors of the Rainbow — Kids
Spanish Storytime — Colors of the Rainbow — Kids
Open to Pre-K-5th grades. We'll read and sing about rainbows, then make a colorful rainbow craft. Wednesday, June 26 & July 30 @ 4 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
Noni’s Nook Storytime — Children
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.
For the Love of Graphic Novels — Tweens and Teens
For the Love of Graphic Novels — Tweens and Teens
Open to 6th - 12th grades. Join other tweens and teens as we discuss the various elements of a graphic novel. Tuesday, July 1 @ 11 a.m. -- Intro to Graphic Novels Tuesday, July 8 @ 11 a.m. -- Elements of a Story Tuesday, July 15 @ a.m. -- Art Styles and DIY Panels Tuesday, […]
Brian Robert (Magician)
Brian Robert (Magician)
Magician Brian Robert Presents Magic Mosaic: Get ready for this fun, interactive show filled with color, surprises, and of course, a bit of magic. Monday, June 30 @ 11 a.m. @ GEM Theatre (114 N Wall Street, Calhoun, GA 30701) Monday, June 30 @ 3 p.m. @ Dalton-Whitfield County Public Library Tuesday, July 1 @ […]
K-3rd Grade Tutoring
K-3rd Grade Tutoring
Open to kids entering kindergarten through 3rd Grade. Leta Tankersley Alton and other local educators will offer free, one-hour tutoring for children. Avoid the "summer slide" and see a staff member to sign up for a slot. Wednesdays in June @ 10:00 a.m.-1 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based […]
Stretchband Workout With Nancy – Adults
Stretchband Workout With Nancy – Adults
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
K-3rd Grade Tutoring — Kids
K-3rd Grade Tutoring — Kids
Open to K-3rd grades. Leta Tankersley Alton and other local educators will offer free, one-hour tutoring for children entering Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Avoid the "summer slide" and see a staff member to sign up for a slot. Wednesdays in June, July and August @ 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person […]
Board Games & Cards — Adults
Board Games & Cards — Adults
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.
English Conversations — Adults
English Conversations — Adults
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 @ […]
S.T.E.M. Circuits and Controllers — Tweens and Teens
S.T.E.M. Circuits and Controllers — Tweens and Teens
Open to 6th -12th grades. Join us for an afternoon of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math experiments. Wednesday, June 2 @ 1 p.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)
Beginner Spanish — Adults (Spanish translator present)
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 […]
Storytime — Children
Storytime — Children
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 […]
Baby Lapsit – Children
Baby Lapsit – Children
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.
Summer Kids Club @ Dalton Mall
Summer Kids Club @ Dalton Mall
Open to Pre-K - 5th grade. We'll start this session with 15 minutes of stories and songs. Then Kids will create crafts inspired by all the ways nature uses color. Monday, June 3 & July 3 @ 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Colorful Nature Monday, June 10 @ 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Colorful Art […]
Movie and Activity — Tweens and Teens
Movie and Activity — Tweens and Teens
Open to 6th - 12th grades with a special event for new adults, as well. Join us for a movie and a fun activity. We will also have snacks. Friday, June 6 @ 2-3:30 p.m. -- Tweens, Teens and New Adults Friday, June 13 @ 2-3:30 p.m. -- Tweens and Teens Friday, June 27 @ […]
Storytime — Children
Storytime — Children
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 […]
Pictionary for English Learners — Adults
Pictionary for English Learners — Adults
Open to adults 18 and older. Learn the English language by playing a fun game of Pictionary. Friday, June 13 @ 4 p.m. Thursdays in July @ 4-5 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Dungeons & Dragons — Tweens & Teens
Dungeons & Dragons — Tweens & Teens
Open to 6th to 12th grade. Play D&D with your regular friends and make new ones. 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 […]
Pokémon Club — All Ages
Pokémon Club — All Ages
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 […]
Page Turner Book Club — Adults
Page Turner Book Club — Adults
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 @ […]
LEGOs @ the Library
LEGOs @ the Library
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 […]

