Past Events

Storytime — Kids

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to Pre-K to 5th grade, but all ages welcome. Monday, July 6 @ 2 p.m. Archeology – We will read stories about archeology and create cave drawings, and write in hieroglyphics. Monday, July 20 @ 2 p.m. Dino Dig – We will read stories about dinosaurs and do a dino grid drawing. Monday, August 3 @ 4 p.m. — Watermelon Monday, August 17 @ 4 p.m. — Lemonade Monday, August 31 @ 4 p.m. — Camping Monday, September 14 @ 4 p.m. — Leaves Necklace Monday, September 28 @ 4 p.m. — Painting Family Portraits Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Paws to Read – Kids

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

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, June 11 @ 4-5 p.m. Thursday, July 9 @ 4-5 p.m. Thursday, August 13 @ 4-5 p.m. Thursday, September 10 @ 4 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Storytime — Kids

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to Pre-K to 5th grade, but all ages welcome. Monday, June 8 @ 2 p.m. Construction Zone – We will read construction stories and create our library. Monday, June 22 @ 2 p.m. T-Rex Tea Party- We will read Dino stories and celebrate with a tea party. Monday, July 6 @ 2 p.m. Archeology – We will read stories about archeology and create cave drawings, and write in hieroglyphics. Monday, July 20 @ 2 p.m. Dino Dig – We will read stories about dinosaurs and do a dino grid drawing. Monday, August 3 @ 4 p.m. — Watermelon Monday, August 17 @ 4 p.m. — Lemonade Monday, August 31 @ 4 p.m. — Camping Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Mindfulness @ the Library: Painted Garden Stones — Adults

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to adults 19 and older. Take a break and discover calm through guided meditation, breathing exercises, and a mindfulness activity. (Spanish Translator present.) Thursday, June 18 @ 5:30 p.m.: Clay Diffuser Discs – Take a break and discover calm through guided meditation, breathing exercises, and a mindfulness activity. Inspired by archaeology, we’ll work with air-dry clay to create diffuser discs, pressing patterns and textures into the surface like artifacts shaped over time. Thursday, July 16 @ 5:30 p.m. Painted Garden Stones – Take a break and discover calm through guided meditation, breathing exercises, and a mindfulness activity. We’ll paint and decorate stones, transforming natural materials into meaningful garden décor as part of our summer reading theme Unearth a Story . Thursday, July 20 @ 5:30 p.m. Miniature aromatherapy Zen Garden. Take a break and discover calm through guided meditation, breathing exercises, and a mindfulness activity: miniature aromatherapy zen gardens. A relaxing, sensory craft designed to help you unwind. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Storytime — Kids

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to Pre-K to 5th grade, but all ages welcome. Monday, June 8 @ 2 p.m. Construction Zone – We will read construction stories and create our library. Monday, June 22 @ 2 p.m. T-Rex Tea Party- We will read Dino stories and celebrate with a tea party. Monday, July 6 @ 2 p.m. Archeology – We will read stories about archeology and create cave drawings, and write in hieroglyphics. Monday, July 20 @ 2 p.m. Dino Dig – We will read stories about dinosaurs and do a dino grid drawing. Monday, August 3 @ 4 p.m. — Watermelon Monday, August 17 @ 4 p.m. — Lemonade Monday, August 31 @ 4 p.m. — Camping Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Paws to Read – Kids

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

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, June 11 @ 4-5 p.m. Thursday, July 9 @ 4-5 p.m. Thursday, August 13 @ 4-5 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

The Things We Do To Our Friends by Heather Darwent — Book Club

Woven Track of Feathers Society book club meeting to discuss "The Things We Do To Our Friends" by Heather Darwent.

Storytime — Kids

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to Pre-K to 5th grade, but all ages welcome. Monday, June 8 @ 2 p.m. Construction Zone – We will read construction stories and create our library. Monday, June 22 @ 2 p.m. T-Rex Tea Party- We will read Dino stories and celebrate with a tea party. Monday, July 6 @ 2 p.m. Archeology – We will read stories about archeology and create cave drawings, and write in hieroglyphics. Monday, July 20 @ 2 p.m. Dino Dig – We will read stories about dinosaurs and do a dino grid drawing. Monday, August 3 @ 4 p.m. — Watermelon Monday, August 17 @ 4 p.m. — Lemonade Monday, August 31 @ 4 p.m. — Camping Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

DIY @ The Library: Build a Worm Hotel — Adults

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to adults 19 and older. You supplies the item and we provide the supplies. Monday, June 8 @ 11:30 a.m. Keepsake Coasters – Turn your cherished memories into functional art at DIY @ the Library. Using photos, notes, or recipes, you’ll create a personalized keepsake coaster that captures a moment in time. Inspired by our Unearth a Story theme, this craft explores how we can preserve personal and family histories through creativity. All materials will be provided. Thursday, June 11 @ 5:30 p.m. Keepsake Coasters – Turn your cherished memories into functional art at DIY @ the Library. Using photos, notes, or recipes, you’ll create a personalized keepsake coaster that captures a moment in time. Inspired by our Unearth a Story theme, this craft explores how we can preserve personal and family histories through creativity. All materials will be provided. Monday, July 9 @ 11:30 a.m. Dino soap bars – Create your own dino-inspired soap at DIY @ the Library! Craft a colorful soap bar with a hidden dinosaur inside, inspired by fossils and the excitement of discovery. All materials will be provided. Thursday, July 13 @ 5:30 p.m. Dino soap bars – Create your own dino-inspired soap at DIY @ the Library! Craft a colorful soap bar with a hidden dinosaur inside, inspired by fossils and the excitement of discovery. All materials will be provided. Thursday, July 30 @ 5:30 p.m. Build a Worm Hotel – Get your hands in the dirt at DIY @ the Library! Create a worm hotel while learning how worms improve soil health and support thriving gardens. This hands-on program connects to our Unearth a Story theme by exploring the hidden ecosystems beneath the surface. Supplies provided. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

TnT Unearth: Minecraft Night — Tweens and Teens

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to 6th to 12th grades. Tuesday, June 9 @ 4:30 p.m. Mystery Gem Bath Bombs – Tweens & Teens are invited to learn how to make a bath bomb with a mystery gemstone hidden inside! Make one for yourself or as a gift for someone special! All supplies provided. Tuesday, June 23 @ 4:30 p.m. Resin Amber Fossils – Tweens & Teens are invited to learn how to replicate natural amber fossils using UV resin. Wear your amber as a necklace or use it as a keychain. All supplies provided. Tuesday, July 28 @ 4:30 p.m. Minecraft Night – Tweens and Teens are invited to a fun night of Minecraft gaming, crafts, and food, all while we watch along to the live-action movie! All supplies provided. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.a

Art @ The Library: Dinosaur String Art — Adults

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to adults 18 and older. Spanish interpreter present. Monday, June 22 @ aa:30 a.m. Dinosaur Keychains – Design and create dinosaur-inspired keychains using shrink plastic at Art @ the Library. This hands-on project blends creativity and design, inspired by our Unearth a Story Summer Reading theme. Supplies provided. Thursday, June 25 @ 5:30 p.m. Dinosaur Keychains – Design and create dinosaur-inspired keychains using shrink plastic at Art @ the Library. This hands-on project blends creativity and design, inspired by our Unearth a Story Summer Reading theme. Supplies provided. Monday, July 27 @ 11:30 a.m. Dinosaur String Art – Create your own dinosaur string art using simple materials to create bold, textured patterns! This hands-on project blends creativity and design, inspired by our Unearth a Story Summer Reading theme. Supplies provided. Thursday, July 25 @ 5:30 p.m. Dinosaur String Art – Create your own dinosaur string art using simple materials to create bold, textured patterns! This hands-on project blends creativity and design, inspired by our Unearth a Story Summer Reading theme. Supplies provided. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

TnT Lock In – Tweens Teens

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to 6th – 12th grades. End of summer reading lock-in for tweens and teens. Enjoy Jurassic-themed games, activities, movies, and food. A signed waiver is required. Saturday, July 25 @ 1:30-5:30 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Storytime — Kids

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to Pre-K to 5th grade, but all ages welcome. Monday, June 8 @ 2 p.m. Construction Zone – We will read construction stories and create our library. Monday, June 22 @ 2 p.m. T-Rex Tea Party- We will read Dino stories and celebrate with a tea party. Monday, July 6 @ 2 p.m. Archeology – We will read stories about archeology and create cave drawings, and write in hieroglyphics. Monday, July 20 @ 2 p.m. Dino Dig – We will read stories about dinosaurs and and do a dino grid drawing. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Mindfulness @ the Library: Painted Garden Stones — Adults

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to adults 19 and older. Take a break and discover calm through guided meditation, breathing exercises, and a mindfulness activity. (Spanish Translator present.) Thursday, June 18 @ 5:30 p.m.: Clay Diffuser Discs – Take a break and discover calm through guided meditation, breathing exercises, and a mindfulness activity. Inspired by archaeology, we’ll work with air-dry clay to create diffuser discs, pressing patterns and textures into the surface like artifacts shaped over time. Thursday, July 16 @ 5:30 p.m. Painted Garden Stones – Take a break and discover calm through guided meditation, breathing exercises, and a mindfulness activity. We’ll paint and decorate stones, transforming natural materials into meaningful garden décor as part of our summer reading theme Unearth a Story . Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

DIY @ The Library: Dino Soap Bars — Adults

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to adults 19 and older. You supplies the item and we provide the supplies. Monday, June 8 @ 11:30 a.m. Keepsake Coasters – Turn your cherished memories into functional art at DIY @ the Library. Using photos, notes, or recipes, you’ll create a personalized keepsake coaster that captures a moment in time. Inspired by our Unearth a Story theme, this craft explores how we can preserve personal and family histories through creativity. All materials will be provided. Thursday, June 11 @ 5:30 p.m. Keepsake Coasters – Turn your cherished memories into functional art at DIY @ the Library. Using photos, notes, or recipes, you’ll create a personalized keepsake coaster that captures a moment in time. Inspired by our Unearth a Story theme, this craft explores how we can preserve personal and family histories through creativity. All materials will be provided. Monday, July 9 @ 11:30 a.m. Dino soap bars – Create your own dino-inspired soap at DIY @ the Library! Craft a colorful soap bar with a hidden dinosaur inside, inspired by fossils and the excitement of discovery. All materials will be provided. Thursday, July 13 @ 5:30 p.m. Dino soap bars – Create your own dino-inspired soap at DIY @ the Library! Craft a colorful soap bar with a hidden dinosaur inside, inspired by fossils and the excitement of discovery. All materials will be provided. Thursday, July 30 @ 5:30 p.m. Build a Worm Hotel – Get your hands in the dirt at DIY @ the Library! Create a worm hotel while learning how worms improve soil health and support thriving gardens. This hands-on program connects to our Unearth a Story theme by exploring the hidden ecosystems beneath the surface. Supplies provided. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

TnT Jurassic NERF War — Tweens and Teens vs. Adults

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

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, June 13 @ 1:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday, July 11 @ 1:30-3:30 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

DIY @ The Library: Dino Soap Bars — Adults

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to adults 19 and older. You supplies the item and we provide the supplies. Monday, June 8 @ 11:30 a.m. Keepsake Coasters – Turn your cherished memories into functional art at DIY @ the Library. Using photos, notes, or recipes, you’ll create a personalized keepsake coaster that captures a moment in time. Inspired by our Unearth a Story theme, this craft explores how we can preserve personal and family histories through creativity. All materials will be provided. Thursday, June 11 @ 5:30 p.m. Keepsake Coasters – Turn your cherished memories into functional art at DIY @ the Library. Using photos, notes, or recipes, you’ll create a personalized keepsake coaster that captures a moment in time. Inspired by our Unearth a Story theme, this craft explores how we can preserve personal and family histories through creativity. All materials will be provided. Monday, July 9 @ 11:30 a.m. Dino soap bars – Create your own dino-inspired soap at DIY @ the Library! Craft a colorful soap bar with a hidden dinosaur inside, inspired by fossils and the excitement of discovery. All materials will be provided. Thursday, July 13 @ 5:30 p.m. Dino soap bars – Create your own dino-inspired soap at DIY @ the Library! Craft a colorful soap bar with a hidden dinosaur inside, inspired by fossils and the excitement of discovery. All materials will be provided. Thursday, July 30 @ 5:30 p.m. Build a Worm Hotel – Get your hands in the dirt at DIY @ the Library! Create a worm hotel while learning how worms improve soil health and support thriving gardens. This hands-on program connects to our Unearth a Story theme by exploring the hidden ecosystems beneath the surface. Supplies provided. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

TnT Unearth: Resin Amber Fossils — Tweens and Teens

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to 6th to 12th grades. Tuesday, June 9 @ 4:30 p.m. Mystery Gem Bath Bombs – Tweens & Teens are invited to learn how to make a bath bomb with a mystery gemstone hidden inside! Make one for yourself or as a gift for someone special! All supplies provided. Tuesday, June 23 @ 4:30 p.m. Resin Amber Fossils – Tweens & Teens are invited to learn how to replicate natural amber fossils using UV resin. Wear your amber as a necklace or use it as a keychain. All supplies provided. Tuesday, July 28 @ 4:30 p.m. Minecraft Night – Tweens and Teens are invited to a fun night of Minecraft gaming, crafts, and food, all while we watch along to the live-action movie! All supplies provided. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.a

Paws to Read – Kids

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

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, March 12 @ 4-5 p.m. Thursday, April 9 @ 4-5 p.m. Thursday, May 7 @ 4-5 p.m. Thursday, June 11 @ 4-5 p.m. Thursday, July 9 @ 4-5 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.

Magician Bill Packard — All Ages

📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library

Open to all ages. Unearth the power of magic with Bill Packard. Join us for an amazing show. Monday, July 6 @ 11 a.m. The GEM Theater (114 N. Wall St., Calhoun, GA 30701) Tuesday, July 7 @ 3 p.m. Dalton Library Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.