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Classes & Workshops

Genealogy Workshops

Please Note: The dates for the evening classes have changed.

Classes are offered on Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m., or Tuesdays, 2:30-4 p.m.
These workshops are free of charge.  Registration is required as space is limited.  To register and obtain a brochure, visit the library's reference desk, or call 215-723-9109 x1.

Basic Library Research
Learn how to use the library's resources to conduct your own family search.


Tuesday, September 16, 2008 at 2:30pm

Genealogy Basics
Learn about the basics of genealogical research, how to trace your family tree, how to locate primary source documents, and how to keep accurate records.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 2:30pm

Advanced Library Research
Expand your knowledge of the IVPL collection to conduct hands-on research (limited to 10 participants).

Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at 2:30pm

Online Genealogy
Learn the ins and outs on conducting genealogical research online (Internet knowledge recommended).

Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 2:30pm

Vital Records
Learn the basics of searching for and documenting vital records.

Tuesday, January 20, 2009 at 2:30pm

Census Records
Learn the basics of census record research.


Monday, August 11, 2008 at 6:30pm

or

Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 2:30pm

Click here for a list of genealogy and local history resources.


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