Genealogy is a fast-growing pastime. Anyone with an internet connection can access and search digitized pages of documents, newspapers, and books for clues to their origins. And DNA tests can be purchased for under $99 by those who are curious about their ethnic origins or who want to find their DNA matches among the tens of millions who already tested. 

The presentation will emphasize the best practices for researching family history, showcasing the steps required to locate and record that history, and how best to navigate the myriad paths that are available. There will also be a discussion of desktop vs. cloud-based options for record-keeping.  

Whether you are a newbie or a veteran who is ready for a do-over, you will pick up tips on how to save time and money while doing Genealogy. 

TV Researcher Janeen Bjork was introduced to Genealogy in 2011 by her sister-in-law, who said, “This is ancestry.com, you’re going to do this for your niece and nephew.” Since then, Ms. Bjork has combined the detective, analytic, and presentation skills she gained in 30 years as a TV researcher with her enthusiasm for family history, in classes and presentations to hundreds of students in New England, New York, New Jersey, and Florida.  

The Friends of the Cos Cob Library have sponsored the “Next in a Series Genealogy Programs” for nineteen years.

This program is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is required. 

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