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Unlocking Your Roots

Starting Your Genealogy Journey
2026-10-16 13:00:00 2026-10-16 14:20:00 America/Chicago Unlocking Your Roots Learn how to start your genealogy journey or update your skills using a repeatable research process. Begin with what you already know, frame your research question, and explore essential records. EVPL Virtual -

Friday, October 16
1:00pm - 2:20pm

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Learn how to start your genealogy journey or update your skills using a repeatable research process. Begin with what you already know, frame your research question, and explore essential records.

Learn how to start your genealogy journey or update your skills using a repeatable research process. Begin with what you already know, frame your research question, explore essential records, and organize your discoveries. There will be a registration code emailed to attendees shortly before the event. This program is provided by the Genealogy Education Network (GEN), a multi-state initiative to connect libraries/genealogical societies and provide educational and research opportunities that is spearheaded by the Genealogy Center of the Waco-McLennan County Library. Co-sponsors include the Central Texas Genealogical Society and the Texas State Genealogical Society.

AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Interest |

TAGS: | Local History | Genealogy |

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Phone: 812.428.8200
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