Many New York State public libraries will be offering free genealogy programs in the first half of April. A second posting of events will follow in two weeks.
The Hamlin Public Library (Monroe County) provides free Genealogy Help every Tuesday from 2-4 p.m. Need help with your family tree? Stop by or call ahead and make an appointment with Tracy. For more information, call 585-964-2320 or go to: https://hamlinlibraryny.org/
The Walworth Seeley Public Library (Wayne County) provides genealogy assistance every Monday from 2-4 p.m. For more information, go to: https://www.walworthlibrary.org/genealogy-local-history
The Gates Public Library (Monroe County) will provide genealogy assistance every Friday from 1-4 p.m. To schedule an appointment, call 585-247-6446.
The Prendergast Library (Chautauqua County) holds a Genealogy Lab Workshop every Friday from 2-4 p.m. https://www.prendergastlibrary.org/genealogy-and-memory-lab/
Week of April 1-5
Steele Memorial Library (Chemung County) will present “County Courthouse Records of New York State” on Tuesday, April 1 at 6 p.m. This presentation tours numerous New York State County Courthouses and demonstrates common records one can expect to find along with examples of unique records that researchers may not be familiar with. Also discussed are dissolved courts, various index systems, and finding digitized courthouse records. To register, go to: https://www.chemunglibraries.org/event/county-courthouse-records-new-york-state-jeanette-sheliga-4674
South Huntington Public Library (Suffolk County) will offer an in person Genealogy Drop-In on Thursday, April 3 from 10 a.m. to noon. Thinking about tracing your roots but don’t know where to start? Or maybe your search is under way and you’ve hit a dead end. Retired librarian PJ will be on hand to show you how you can access free genealogical resources, including Ancestry, through the library and to offer search tips and advice. No registration necessary.
Clifton Park – Halfmoon Public Library (Saratoga County) will a Genealogy Drop-In on Thursday, April 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Drop in with questions from 11 am-12 pm, stay for the round table discussion starting at noon.
The Chatham Public Library (Columbia County) will host Chatham Roots genealogy club on Thursday, April 3 at 2 p.m. This free monthly genealogy club can assist in the search for your family. For beginners, experts and everyone in between. We will work on those elusive ancestors, break down your brick walls, share tips and tricks and just have fun. For information and the zoom link (if you are unable to attend in person), please contact Michelle at michelle@leclairdesign.com.
Steele Memorial Library (Chemung County) will host a Genealogy Club meeting on Saturday, April 5 at 10 a.m. Join the Steele Memorial Library for an informal get together to talk about search tips and resources available to search your family history. Novices and experienced researchers are both welcome. To register, go to: https://www.chemunglibraries.org/event/genealogy-club-3826
Marlboro Free Library will offer a “Getting Started with Genealogy” class and workshop on Saturday, April 5 from 11 a.m.. to 1 p.m. During the 11:00 a.m. presentation, attendees will learn how to map out a family tree, methods to record findings, review the basics of using AncestryLibrary.com, and hear about other free research websites. Walk-ins are welcome. At 12:00 p.m., workshop attendees will apply their research skills to make discoveries. Search through genealogical databases and websites, while Library staff assist with questions or problems. Register online at: https://marlborolibrary.org/event/genealogy-class-workshop-sat-sept-14-11am-12pm/
The Family Finders Genealogy Club will meet at the Rochester Public Library Central Library on Saturday, April 5 at 10:30 a.m. Are you a fan of family history? Do you wonder who your ancestors were and how you can learn more about them? Whether you are an experienced researcher or just starting out, join this friendly, informal monthly gathering. To register, go to: https://calendar.libraryweb.org/event/14113275
Week of April 6-12
Yonkers Public Library will offer “Create Your Family Tree” on Monday, April 7 at 10 a.m. Get together to talk about your genealogical research. Learn how to access thousands of genealogical records using the Library’s online resources and databases such as HeritageQuest, Family Search and Ancestry! This is an English and Spanish bilingual program. To register, go to: https://www.ypl.org/event/create-your-family-tree-crea-tu-arbol-de-familia-61940
The Williamson Public Library (Wayne County) will present “Genealogy Group Tech Help” on Tuesday, April 8 at 1 p.m. The in-person program is designed to provide the basic and intermediate instructions needed to use the genealogy researching features on Ancestry.com Library Edition. Bring your questions and your laptop, if you have one. No registration is needed.
The Guilderland Public Library (Albany County) will have a Drop-In Genealogy Assistance program on Wednesday, April 9 at 5:30 p.m. This is a drop-in session; no need to make an appointment.
Interlaken Public Library (Seneca County) will offer a virtual Genealogy Meetup on Thursday, April 10 at 11 a.m. You must register to receive the link for the Zoom program. To register, go to: https://interlakenpubliclibrary.org/event/genealogy-meetup-26/
