Week of Events
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 […]
Sensory Playtime — Children
Sensory Playtime — Children
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 […]
Crochet Club — Adults
Crochet Club — Adults
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 […]
Pokemon Club — Kids
Pokemon Club — Kids
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 […]
Kids Library Lab
Kids Library Lab
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. […]
TnT Creative Writing Club — Tweens and Teens
TnT Creative Writing Club — Tweens and Teens
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 […]
Knit & Crochet Club — Adults
Knit & Crochet Club — Adults
Open to ages 12 and older. Do you enjoy knitting or crocheting? Or have you always wanted to learn? Come join this fun and informal group suitable for the complete beginner to the advanced crafts person! First and third Tuesday in January @ 10 a.m. First and third Tuesday in February @ 10 a.m. […]
AARP Tax Aide — Adults
AARP Tax Aide — Adults
Open to adults 18 and older. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions about filing your taxes. Tuesdays and Fridays in March @ 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, April 7 & 14 @ 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, April 10 @ 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health […]
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 […]
Plant Swap — All Ages
Plant Swap — All Ages
Planting - Teens and tweens can drop by to create their own plants to start growing food while supplies last. Open to all ages. Organizers with Keep Calhoun Gordon County Beautiful will be on hand for the plant swap. Tuesday, October 21 @ 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 @ 11:30 a.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of […]
Sensory Playtime — Kids
Sensory Playtime — Kids
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 […]
TnT Dungeons & Dragons — Tweens & Teens
TnT Dungeons & Dragons — Tweens & Teens
Open to 6th - 12th grade. Tweens & Teens, join us every other week as we embark on adventures, defeat villains, and find treasure in our ongoing Dungeons & Dragons campaign for grades 6th – 12th. No experience is required, and materials are provided. First and third Tuesdays at 4:30 pm, in-person with virtual options […]
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
Homeschool Hangout Time — Kids
Homeschool Hangout Time — Kids
Open to children. This is a chance for homeschoolers to meet at the library, play board games and video games, craft, read, study and exchange ideas. Wednesday, January 7 @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Wednesday, February 11 @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Wednesday, March 11 @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Wednesday, April 8 @ 11 a.m.-12 p.m. […]
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 […]
AARP Tax Aide — Adults
AARP Tax Aide — Adults
Open to adults 18 and older. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions about filing your taxes. February 12 & 26 @ 10:15 a.m.-5 p.m. March 12 & 26 @ 10:15 a.m.-5 p.m. April 9 @ 10:15 a.m.-5 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines […]
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.
Mahjong — Adults
Mahjong — Adults
Open to adults 18 and older. Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China. All mahjong players are invited to come out and join others for a few games. Beginners welcome. Thursday, April 2,9, 23 & 30 @ 2:30 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to […]
Paws to Read – Kids
Paws to Read – Kids
READ: Alliance Therapy Dogs - Always well received at the library! Open to kids 1st - 5th grade. Kids can practice their reading and develop social and emotional skills with dogs from the Alliance of Therapy Dogs organization. Thursday, August 14 @ 4-5 p.m. Thursday, September 18 @ 4-5 p.m. Thursday, October 9 @ […]
Makey-Makey Workshop — Tweens and Teens
Makey-Makey Workshop — Tweens and Teens
Open to 6th to 12th grades. Make your own make-makey creation or get direction from a challenge card. Thursday April 9 @ 4 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
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 […]
DIY @ The Library — Adults (Spanish translator present)
DIY @ The Library — Adults (Spanish translator present)
Open to adults 19 and older. You supplies the item and we provide the supplies. Monday, March 9 @ 11:30 a.m. Beaded Safety Pin Art. Create a small, wearable piece of art using safety pins and colorful seed beads. In this hands-on DIY program, participants will design patterned bead pins inspired by pixel-style and […]
AARP Tax Aide — Adults
AARP Tax Aide — Adults
Open to adults 18 and older. Volunteers will be available to answer your questions about filing your taxes. Tuesdays and Fridays in March @ 10:15 a.m. Tuesday, April 7 & 14 @ 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, April 10 @ 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health […]
Stretch & Balance Workout — Adults
Stretch & Balance Workout — Adults
Open to adults 18 and older. Get in tune with your balance and get that body all stretched out with Nancy. Friday, January 9 & 23 @10:30 a.m. Friday, February 6, 13 & 20 @ 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 13 & 20 @ 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 10 & 17 @ 10:30 a.m. Disclaimer: […]
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.
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 […]
Family Bingo – All Ages
Family Bingo – All Ages
Open to all ages. Drop by and play a few games with us, with a chance to win some free book bundles and other prizes. Friday, April 10 @ 4-6 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Trivia — Adults
Trivia — Adults
Open to adults 18 and older. Test your knowledge with quizmaster Zach. Fridays in March @ 4 p.m. Friday, April 10 & 17 @ 4 p.m. No trivia October 31 or November 28. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
ESOL Class — Adults
ESOL Class — Adults
Open to ages 18 and older. Join ESOL teacher Zach Waits in this English class for all stages of learning. Saturday, February 28 @ 10 .m. Saturday, March 14 & 28 @ 10 a.m. Saturday, April 11 @ 10 a.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis […]
Storyventures @ Civitan Park — Kids (Bilingual)
Storyventures @ Civitan Park — Kids (Bilingual)
Open to birth to 4, but all are welcome. Storytime program in the Civitan park, 330 N. Tibbs Road. This month, we’ll get ready to welcome fall with an Apples & Pumpkins theme. Saturday, September 13 @ 10-11 a.m. Saturday, October 11 @ 10-11 a.m. Saturday, November 8 @ 10-11 a.m. Saturday, April 11 @ […]
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. […]
Citizenship Course Part 1 & 2 — Adults (Bilingual)
Citizenship Course Part 1 & 2 — Adults (Bilingual)
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. […]
Murray Yarn Circle — Adults
Murray Yarn Circle — Adults
Open to adults 18 and older. We welcome all knitters and those interested in crocheting to come socialize and practice your fiber art a bit. Beginners welcome. Saturday, February 7 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 11 @ 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are […]
Library LEGO — Kids
Library LEGO — Kids
Flex your creativity skills and play with LEGO® bricks! Make something you want to share? Ask us about displaying your masterpiece. 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. March: Saturday 3/14/26 @ 11 a.m.-1 […]
Chair Yoga — Adults
Chair Yoga — Adults
Open to adults 18 and older. Crystal Robbins from Open Heart Yoga & Wellness will lead one-hour chair yoga classes at the library. The sessions are free to the public and no mat is required. Saturday, December 6, 13 & 20 @ 12-1 p.m. Saturday, March 14 @ 12-1 p.m. Saturday, April 11 @ 12-1 […]
TnT NERF War — Tweens and Teens vs. Adults
TnT NERF War — Tweens and Teens vs. Adults
Image from: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Various_Nerf_ammo_types.jpg Open to tweens and teens 4th to 12th grades. Grab your blasters and darts. Each month we play NERF games like Capture the Flag, Battle Royale, and Zombies. Blasters and darts provided. Signed waiver is required. Saturday, January 10 @ 1:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday, February 7 @ 1:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 14 […]
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 join us for a rousing game of Nerf Wars. Saturday, March 21 @ 1:45 p.m. Saturday, April 11 @ 1:45 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

