FOR RELEASE:  September 23, 2008

 

Troy Public Library Hosts Fall Genealogy Workshops

 

(TROY, MI) – Explore the roots of your family history with four events at the Troy Public Library that revolve around the study of genealogy:

 

Wednesday, October 22, from 7-8:30 pm: Chasing Your Elusive Ancestor on the Internet – Local genealogist, Karen Krugman, will discuss search techniques and suggestions to help you chase those elusive ancestors on line.  This is a PowerPoint lecture and discussion.

 

Monday, November 10, from 6:30-8pm: Genealogy Databases – Learn how and when to use the genealogy databases available at the Troy Public Library, including Ancestry Library Edition, HeritageQuest, and New England Ancestors.  This workshop meets in the computer lab; intermediate computer skills needed.  Beginning genealogists welcome. 

 

Wednesday, November 12, from 7-8:30 pm: Color Your Ancestor Alive – In this workshop Krugman will focus on encouraging researchers to bring their ancestors to life by adding “color” to their story with more than just names and dates.

 

Second Tuesdays, October-December, from 6:30-8 pm: Genealogy Study Group – Facilitated by Diana Franco, individuals interested in genealogy meet to share tips and experiences encountered in researching family trees.  Individual questions, experiences, interesting discoveries, new materials at the library, and online resources will be discussed.  All levels of genealogists are welcome.

 

The Troy Public Library is located at 510 West Big Beaver Road.  For more information call 248.524.3542. To register for these programs, call during regular hours or visit www.libcoop.net/troy.

 

 

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