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Genealogy Interest Group

Organizing Your Research
2025-06-10 14:00:00 2025-06-10 16:00:00 America/Chicago Genealogy Interest Group Are your files a mess? Learn strategies for keeping track of your ancestors and the papers they generate. Do you have a method that works for you? Come share with the group! Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)

Tuesday, June 10
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-10 14:00:00 2025-06-10 16:00:00 America/Chicago Genealogy Interest Group Are your files a mess? Learn strategies for keeping track of your ancestors and the papers they generate. Do you have a method that works for you? Come share with the group! Ela Area Public Library - Adult Computer Lab (R202)

Ela Area Public Library

Adult Computer Lab (R202)

Are your files a mess? Learn strategies for keeping track of your ancestors and the papers they generate. Do you have a method that works for you? Come share with the group!

Enjoy personal research time using the library's many online resources alongside others who enjoy this popular hobby. Bring your questions and share research strategies. Newcomers welcome!

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Computers and Technology |

TAGS: | genealogy |

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