CALENDAR OF LIBRARY EVENTS

Genealogy: Tracking Your Ancestors

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Milton R. Abrahams Branch (402.444.6284) at Meeting Room

Learn where to start your genealogy search. Beginning genealogists will learn about good sources, software, and records, as well as tips and tricks for making research easier.

Genealogy Work Group

When: Friday, June 07, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Millard Branch (402.444.4848) at Computer Lab

Join a group of genealogy enthusiasts to work on your personal research and exchange tips with others. Meetings will be held in the computer lab, yet you're welcome bring your personal laptop. A genealogy instructor will be on hand to offer help as we explore our family roots!

Genealogy: Genealogy on the Internet

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Milton R. Abrahams Branch (402.444.6284) at Computer Lab

Learn how to find and use free genealogy research websites and online genealogy resources available through the Library.

Cemetery Reading for Genealogists

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Where: W. Dale Clark Main Library (402.444.4800) at Meeting Rooms 2 & 3

Dig up your family history at the cemetery! Karen and Terry Tippets, longtime members of the Greater Omaha Genealogical Society, will show you how to look for clues in tombstone art and symbolism, as well as names and dates. Learn to transcribe your findings digitally for more accuracy.

Genealogy Club

When: Friday, June 14, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Milton R. Abrahams Branch (402.444.6284) at Computer Lab

Come do your research, exchange tips, and talk with a genealogy expert.

Genealogy: Digging for Your Roots

When: Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Florence Branch (402.444.5299) at Meeting Room

Learn tips and tricks for researching your family tree and digging into the history surrounding your ancestors. Registration required.

Summer Field Trips for Your Family's Tree

When: Saturday, June 15, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Saddlebrook Branch (402.884.7473) at Event Room

Many people travel to historic family locales during the summer months. What genealogical resources can help you make the most of your trip? This class will include activities at a local cemetery. Also, learn how to take grave marker rubbings and photographs.

Genealogy: Somewhere in Time

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Milton R. Abrahams Branch (402.444.6284) at Meeting Room

Use old family postcards, letters and photographs to piece together your family's past. Learn about researching gaps in your family history and creating an accurate family timeline.

Genealogy: Scrapping Your Family History

When: Saturday, June 22, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Florence Branch (402.444.5299) at Meeting Room

Learn techniques for blending creativity with all those wonderful family photos! Materials supplied; free. Limited space, registration required.

Organizing Your Genealogy Research

When: Saturday, June 22, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: W. Clarke Swanson Branch (402.444.4852) at Meeting Room

Having trouble organizing your collection of genealogy research, notes, pictures, etc.? Whether you're just getting started or are returning to genealogy after a few years, Karen Tippets will share useful tips on how to organize it all.

Using Land Records

When: Saturday, June 22, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: W. Dale Clark Main Library (402.444.4800) at Meeting Rooms 2 & 3

Is your research hitting any walls? You may need to expand your quest to land records. In this presentation, Gail Blankenau will guide you through the different kinds of land records, and help you prioritize and identify “high-value targets.” Blankenau has solved more brick walls using land records than any other method.

Genealogy: Getting Organized

When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Milton R. Abrahams Branch (402.444.6284) at Meeting Room

Organize your family history research! Learn how to download a Personal Ancestry File, store searches using software, and keep all your research in order.

Genealogy: Scrapping Your Family History

When: Saturday, June 29, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: W. Clarke Swanson Branch (402.444.4852) at Meeting Room

Scrap your family tree! For beginners, some quick basics on scrapbooking will be shared before you assemble a two-page layout; you can add your own photos. All materials (except the photos) will be provided. Bring your favorite scissors, adhesive and other supplies to use; some will be available for use in the class. There will also be samples of a variety of layouts for family reunions and other heritage projects you can snap a photo of to try at home later.

Genealogy: Scrapping Your Family History

When: Tuesday, July 02, 2013 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Milton R. Abrahams Branch (402.444.6284) at Meeting Room

Get tips for scrapping your family history and create a layout with your photos. Samples of heritage scrapping products will be available and a list of sources will be handed out. Sample layouts will be provided, and there will be time to work with your own photos. Bring your own favorite scrap tools or use those available, and go home with ideas and/or a finished two-page layout!

Genealogy Work Group

When: Friday, July 05, 2013 - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Millard Branch (402.444.4848) at Computer Lab

Join a group of genealogy enthusiasts to work on your personal research and exchange tips with others. Meetings will be held in the computer lab, yet you're welcome bring your personal laptop. A genealogy instructor will be on hand to offer help as we explore our family roots!

Genealogy Club

When: Friday, July 12, 2013 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Milton R. Abrahams Branch (402.444.6284) at Computer Lab

Come do your research, exchange tips, and talk with a genealogy expert.

Genealogy: Scrapping Your Family History

When: Saturday, July 13, 2013 - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Saddlebrook Branch (402.884.7473)

Scrap your family tree! For beginners, some quick basics on scrapbooking will be shared before you assemble a two-page layout; you can add your own photos. All materials (except the photos) will be provided. Bring your favorite scissors, adhesive and other supplies you like to use; some will be available for use in the class. There will also be samples of a variety of layouts for family reunions and other heritage projects you can snap a photo of to try at home later.

Genealogy: Scrapping Your Family History

When: Tuesday, July 16, 2013 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where: Millard Branch (402.444.4848) at East Meeting Room

Get tips for scrapping your family history and create a layout with your photos. Samples of heritage scrapping products will be available and a list of sources will be handed out. Sample layouts will be provided, and there will be time to work with your own photos. Bring your own favorite scrap tools or use those available, and go home with ideas and/or a finished two-page layout!

My Ancestor Was an Axe Murderer: Black Sheep Genealogy

When: Saturday, July 20, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Where: W. Dale Clark Main Library (402.444.4800) at Meeting Rooms 2 & 3

This presentation addresses the skeletons in our ancestors' closet(s). Research the black sheep in the family, and learn strategies for dealing with living relatives who may not want the stories to be revealed.