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Write About Your Ancestors
2026-01-22 18:00:00 2026-01-22 20:00:00 America/New_York Write About Your Ancestors Turn genealogical research into engaging ancestor sketches with this writing workshop. Main Library - Community Learning Center - Classroom B

Thursday, January 22
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-22 18:00:00 2026-01-22 20:00:00 America/New_York Write About Your Ancestors Turn genealogical research into engaging ancestor sketches with this writing workshop. Main Library - Community Learning Center - Classroom B

Turn genealogical research into engaging ancestor sketches with this writing workshop.

Take advantage of this hands-on workshop by bringing your research on one of your ancestors with you! LFH staff will share a simple process for turning genealogical facts into a brief biography that your whole family will enjoy reading. A digital device such as a laptop or tablet is recommended to participate in this program. Bring your own device or a limited number of laptops will be available to borrow during the program.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Literature & Writing | Language & Storytelling | History & Genealogy | America 250 |

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