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Beginning Genealogy

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2025-12-20 14:30:00 2025-12-20 15:30:00 America/New_York Beginning Genealogy Begin climbing your family tree with an introduction to genealogy research. Main Library - Adult Virtual Programming Room

Saturday, December 20
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-20 14:30:00 2025-12-20 15:30:00 America/New_York Beginning Genealogy Begin climbing your family tree with an introduction to genealogy research. Main Library - Adult Virtual Programming Room

Main Library

Adult Virtual Programming Room

Begin climbing your family tree with an introduction to genealogy research.

This class will provide an overview of how genealogists gather and organize information to create a well-researched family tree. This presentation is eligible for 1 LEU for Indiana library staff certification.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History & Genealogy |

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Stephanie Murphy
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