Many New York public libraries will be offering free genealogy programs in the second half of April.
Week of April 12-18
Yonkers Public Library (Westchester County) will offer “Create Your Family Tree” on Monday, April 13 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-92471
April 19 – 25
Fairport Public Library (Monroe County) will have a Genealogy Club meeting on Monday, April 20 at 2 p.m. Check the library website for this month’s topic. For more information, go to: https://fairportlibrary.libcal.com/event/13363357
The Jervis Public Library will present a program on “Digital Genealogy” on Monday, April 20 at 10 a.m. This is an introductory overview for those who have never used digital tools and are new or relatively new to genealogy. Genealogy websites have grown in popularity as
more records become digitized and made publicly available. Come learn about free or low cost online platforms that you can use to research your family history and create your own family tree. To register, go to: https://events.jervislibrary.org/event/16070182
Hamlin Public Library (Monroe County) will have a Genealogy Roundtable meeting on Tuesday, April 21 from 3-4 p.m. Learn about how to find your ancestor or a whole branch of your family tree you never knew about in our 1-hour discussion group. Registration is required. To register, go to: https://calendar.libraryweb.org/event/16413562
The Buffalo & Erire Public Library will present “Roots & Relax” on Wednesday, April 22 at 2 p.m. This is a virtual program. A casual hour for genealogy and connection. Bring a family history activity to work on and at the end, we will share our accomplishments. To register, go to: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/16197319
The Interlaken Public Library (Seneca County) will host a genealogy meetup on Thursday, April 23 at 11 a.m. via Zoom. Interested in genealogy and family history? Join seasoned researchers for a meetup to discuss research tips and tricks, get help with your research, and enjoy other researchers who share your love of family history. To register, go to: https://interlakenpubliclibrary.org/event/genealogy-meetup-4/
Monroe Free Library (Orange County) will have a genealogy Walk-In program on Friday, April 24 at 10 a.m. Drop in to get help exploring your family history. Whether you’re just getting started or digging deeper into your research, we’ll be on hand to guide you, answer questions, and help you uncover new details about your roots. For more information, go to: https://www.monroefreelibrary.org/
Onondaga County Public Library will present “Federal Census Deep Dive ” on Friday, April 24 at 10 a.m. We’ll explore practical strategies for tracking families across multiple decades, recognizing common pitfalls (such as indexing errors and inconsistent reporting), and identifying patterns that can lead to new discoveries. Learn how to use census data alongside other records—such as city directories, land records, and vital records—to strengthen your research and resolve lingering questions. To register, go to: https://onlib-central.libcal.com/event/16633387
April 26 – May 2
The Steele Memorial Library (Chemung County) will present “Introduction to FamilySearch.org” on Tuesday, April 28 at 1 p.m. This is an in person program. Always wanted to try FamilySearch but weren’t sure how to start? Attend this free introductory class to one of the world’s most powerful genealogy search engines – learn how to find records, build your tree, and share knowledge. To register, go to: https://www.chemunglibraries.org/event/introduction-familysearchorg-18325
Yonkers Public Library (Westchester County) will offer “Create Your Family Tree” on Monday, April 30 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-103816
