Week of Events
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CLOSED for New Year Holiday — All NGRL Branches
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.
CLOSED for New Year Holiday — All NGRL Branches
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.
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 […]
Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) – Adults
Beginner ESOL (Spanish Translator) – Adults
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 […]
Festive Candle Painting — Adults (Spanish Interpreter present.)
Festive Candle Painting — Adults (Spanish Interpreter present.)
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: […]
Chapter Champions — Kids
Chapter Champions — Kids
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 […]
Family NERF Wars — All Ages
Family NERF Wars — All Ages
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.
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.
Move & Groove — Kids
Move & Groove — Kids
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 […]
Teen Tycoons Part 1 & Part 2
Teen Tycoons Part 1 & Part 2
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 @ […]
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 […]
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 […]
Zumba — Adults
Zumba — Adults
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 […]
Veterans Coffee — Adults
Veterans Coffee — Adults
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.
Blood Assurance Drive
Blood Assurance Drive
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.
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 […]
Teen Advisory Board
Teen Advisory Board
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 […]
Paw Pals (Read with Therapy Dogs) — Children
Paw Pals (Read with Therapy Dogs) — Children
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 @ […]
Needle & Fiberworks — Adults
Needle & Fiberworks — Adults
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 […]
Friends of the Library Book Sale — All Ages
Friends of the Library Book Sale — All Ages
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. […]
Knit/Crochet Meetup — Adults
Knit/Crochet Meetup — Adults
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 […]

