Many New York public libraries will be offering free genealogy programs in the second half of December.
Week of December 14-20
The Fairport Public Library (Monroe County) will host a Genealogy Club on Monday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. This is a get-together in a friendly group setting during which people talk about what they are researching and share any tips or tricks that were learned this year. Registration is not required.
Steele Memorial Library (Chemyng County) will offer an in-person program,”Introduction to Genealogy,” on Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 1:30 p.m. Always wanted to fill out your family tree but don’t know where to start? Come to this session and find out where to start. To register, go to: https://www.chemunglibraries.org/event/introduction-genealogy-13958
The Crandall Public Library (Warren County) will offer a One-on-One genealogy assistance on Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 10 a.m. Are you interested in your family history but have no idea where to start? No appointment is necessary. Just drop-in for assistance. For more information, go to: https://www.crandalllibrary.org/folklife-center/programs-and-events/family-history-one-to-one/
Yonkers Public Library (Westchester County) will offer “Create Your Family Tree” on Thursday, Dec. 18 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-87817
Onondaga County Public Library will present “Plotting Your 2026 Genealogical Journey” on Friday, Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. This is a Zoom presentation. Attend this guided discussion on setting realistic research goals, organizing projects, and prioritizing next steps for 2026. To register, go to: https://onlib-central.libcal.com/event/15756287
The Monre Free Library (Orange County) will offer a Walk-In Genealogy session on Friday, Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. For more information, call 845-783-4411.
The Geneva Public Library (Ontario County) will present a Genealogy Research Roundtable on Saturday, Dec. 20 at 10 a.m. Get together with others who are interested in family tree research. Other attendees and librarians can help you find what you’re looking for. Contact 315-789-5303 ext. 206 for more information.
Week of December 21-27
The Chemung County Libraries will present “DNA for African American Genealogy” on Monday, Nov. 24 at 6 p.m. Learn about using DNA to enhance your African-American genealogy research. To register, go to: https://www.chemunglibraries.org/event/dna-african-american-genealogy-labrenda-garrett-nelson-9024
Week of December 28 – January 3
Yonkers Public Library (Westchester County) will offer “Create Your Family Tree” on Monday, Dec. 29 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-61957
Rogers Memorial Library (Suffolk County) will be offering one-on-one genealogy assistance on Wednesday, Dec. 31 at 12:30 p.m. Are you looking to begin your family genealogy research journey? Book a 1-on-1 appointment with a librarian for a 45 minute session. Call the reference desk at 631-283-0774 ext. 505 with any questions.
