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Crochet Club — Adults
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
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, June 1 & 15 @ 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 6 & 20 @ 11:30 a.m. Monday, August 3 & 17 @ 11:30 a.m. Monday, September 21 @ 11:30 a.m. Monday, October 5 & 19 @ 11:30 a.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Beginner's Guide to Gardening — Adults
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 18 and older. Join us for this season's session, designed to lay the groundwork for a thriving garden! We’ll explore essential elements of healthy soil, creative gardening techniques like companion planting, and alternative ways to structure your space — all to set you up for a fruitful season ahead . Saturday, October 3 @ 10:30-11:30 a.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Face Mug Workshop
📍 Creative Arts Guild
The Bandy Heritage Center, Creative Arts Guild, and Prater’s Mill Foundation are proud to partner with Jayme Laney of Laney Pottery to present a Face Mug Workshop! Many people are familiar with the distinctive folk pottery tradition of face jugs, which have been made in North Georgia for nearly two centuries. The face mug workshop will provide students with the opportunity to participate in a modern twist on a historic North Georgia folk pottery tradition by gaining hands-on experience sculpting a unique face of their choice onto clay coffee mugs. This class is a morning session which will last two and a half hours total. Each student will be given a large stoneware clay mug and additional clay, and using clay sculpting tools, shown how to sculpt a face onto the mug. Each student will have the opportunity to create a face mug, which will be fired in a kiln by their instructor after the workshop and mailed to their address. All necessary equipment and supplies will be provided by the instructor. This class is suitable for ages thirteen and up; students under eighteen must have an accompanying adult present at all times. No prior knowledge of or experience with pottery making is necessary.
Page Turners Book Club — Adults (Spanish interpreter present)
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 18 and older. Recommend your favorite titles, vote for the group's pick on Bookclubs, and join us for a heartfelt discussion at the next meeting. Thursday, August 6 @ 5:30 p.m. — National Sisters Day – This months book club celebrates the powerful bonds between sisters and chosen sisters. These stories explore loyalty, rivalry, sacrifice and the complicated love that ties women together. " Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott. Thursday, September 3 @ 5:30 p.m. Join us as we explore a powerful story about mental health, relationships and the challenges people may face beneath the surface. September Book: "The Wedding People" by Alison Espach. Thursday, October 1 @ 5:30 p.m. Murder, mystery and masterful storytelling await. Join us as we follow the clues, uncover hidden motives, and see if we can solve the case before the final reveal. October boo; "A Murder is Announced: A Miss Marple Mystery" by Agatha Christie. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Beginner Spanish — Adults
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
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 September @ 4 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
eBay Basics — Adults
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 18 and older. Learn how to create an eBay account as well as how to pay for purchases with PayPal in this class. Wednesday, September 30 @ 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
QR Code Basics — Adults (Spanish Interpreter Available)
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 18 and older. This class is designed for those who are new to using QR codes or want to gain more confidence in their use. Tuesday, September 29 @ 5:30 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Art @ The Library — Adults (Spanish translator present)
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 19 and older. Learn a variety of crafting skills to create your own masterpiece. All supplies provided, though you can bring your own materials as well. Monday, August 24 @ 11:30 a.m. Air-Dry Clay Embroidery. Monday, August 27 @ 5:30 p.m. Air-Dry Clay Embroidery. Thursday, September 24 @ 5:30 p.m. Custom Kindle Inserts. Monday, September 28 @ 11:30 a.m. Custom Kindle Inserts. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Beginner's Guide to Gardening — Adults
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 18 and older. Join us for this season's session, designed to lay the groundwork for a thriving garden! We’ll explore essential elements of healthy soil, creative gardening techniques like companion planting, and alternative ways to structure your space—all to set you up for a fruitful season ahead. Saturday, September 26 @ 10:30 a.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Art @ The Library — Adults (Spanish translator present)
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 19 and older. Learn a variety of crafting skills to create your own masterpiece. All supplies provided, though you can bring your own materials as well. Monday, August 24 @ 11:30 a.m. Air-Dry Clay Embroidery. Monday, August 27 @ 5:30 p.m. Air-Dry Clay Embroidery. Thursday, September 24 @ 5:30 p.m. Custom Kindle Inserts. Monday, September 28 @ 11:30 a.m. Custom Kindle Inserts. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Beginner Spanish — Adults
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
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 September @ 4 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Computer Basics Class — Adults
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 18 and older. An introduction to the world of computers, exploring early terminology and fundamentals using Chrome . Wednesday, September 23 @ 11:30 p.m. Translator Present.) Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
iPhone iPad Accessibility — Adults (Translator Present)
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
This class explores how one can customize their iPhone and/or iPad using accessibility settings and apps already available on their devices to better fit their unique needs. Tuesday, September 22 @ 5:30 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Crochet Club — Adults
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
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, June 1 & 15 @ 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 6 & 20 @ 11:30 a.m. Monday, August 3 & 17 @ 11:30 a.m. Monday, September 21 @ 11:30 a.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Gmail Basics — Adults (Translator Present)
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 18 and older. Learn to create a free Google Gmail email account and use its features to send, receive, and organize email messages in this class. Saturday, September 19 @ 11 a.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Mindfulness @ the Library: Custom Journal Series Part 1 — Adults
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 18 and older. Take a break and discover calm through guided meditation, breathing exercises, and a mindfulness activity. (Spanish Translator present.) Thursday, September 17 @ 5:30 p.m. Relax with guided meditation, breathing exercises, and the first activity in our Custom Journal Series. Transform recycled paper into handmade sheets for your journal. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Beginner Spanish — Adults
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
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 September @ 4 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Resume 101 — Adults (Bilingual)
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 19 and older. It's always a good time to visit the basics and this course will help you learn the best ways to write a resume. Wednesday, September 16 @ 11:30 a.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
Resume 101 Español — Adults (presentación en español)
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 18 and older. Aprende los conceptos básicos para redactar un currículum profesional. Tuesday, September 15 @ 5:30 p.m. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.
DIY @ The Library — Adults (Spanish translator present)
📍 Northwest Georgia Regional Library
Open to adults 19 and older. You supplies the item and we provide the supplies. Monday, August 10 @ 11:30 p.m. Clay Tile Jewelry. Create your own clay tile jewelry at DIY @ the Library! Design and craft unique, wearable pieces using simple materials. Supplies provided. Thursday, August 13 @ 5:30 p.m. Clay Tile Jewelry. Create your own clay tile jewelry at DIY @ the Library! Design and craft unique, wearable pieces using simple materials. Supplies provided. Thursday, September 10 @ 5:30 p.m. Resin Pet Tags. Create a one-of-a-kind resin pet tag for your furry friend! Customize your tag with colors, glitter, and decorative details to make something as unique as your pet. Monday, September 14 @ 11:30 a.m. Resin Pet Tags. Create a one-of-a-kind resin pet tag for your furry friend! Customize your tag with colors, glitter, and decorative details to make something as unique as your pet. Disclaimer: All aspects of in-person programming are subject to change based on health crisis guidelines and procedures.