Many New York public libraries will be offering free genealogy programs in the second half of September.
Week of September 13-19
The Yonkers Public Library will present “Create Your Family Tree” on Monday, Sept. 14 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-92482
The South Huntington Public Library (Suffolk County) will present a program on Understanding Genealogy Databases on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 11 a.m. Come learn about the genealogy databases available through the library and how to best use them in your genealogy research. To register, go to: https://www.shpl.info/event/tech-byte-genealogy-resources-116779
The Longwood Public Library (Suffolk County) will present “Introduction to FamilySearch” on Monday, Sept. 14 at 6:30 p.m. Learn aboutthe free genealogy website, FamilySearch.org and how to use the different search functions to optimize your searches and build your family tree. To register, go to: https://www.longwoodlibrary.org/event/introduction-familysearch-genealogy-190624
The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library will present “Your First Steps in Genealogy” on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 6 p.m. This is an in-person program. The class introduces the fundamentals of genealogy through hands-on activities with documents, demonstrations of the genealogy databases and ends with genealogy trivia. This takes place at the North Park Branch. To register, go to: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/17072699
The Chemung County Libraries will present “Meet Your Ancestors” on Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 6 p.m. In this program learn how to find and choose which ancestors to meet, how to use different genealogical methods to meet them, and why this journey is so important. Whether you’re a detective, a writer, or a historian, you’ll discover that genealogy is about so much more than just names and dates – it’s about learning the stories and lives of those who came before you. To register, go to: https://www.chemunglibraries.org/event/meet-your-ancestors-allyson-maughan-18108
Oceanside Public Library (Nassau County) will host a Genealogy Club on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 7 p.m. Have you made any new discoveries in your family history? Join fellow genealogy enthusiasts for an informal meeting to share your research, discuss breakthroughs and challenges, exchange tips, and catch up on what everyone has been working on. To register, go to: https://oceansidelibrary.libcal.com/event/17012628
Monroe Free Library (Orange County) will have a genealogy walk-in program on Friday, Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. Drop in and get help exploring your family history. Whether you’re just getting started or digging deeper into your roots, researchers will be on hand to guide you and answer questions. For more information, go to: https://www.monroefreelibrary.org/Events/ModuleID/419/ItemID/15797/mctl/EventDetails
The Chemung County Library System will present a “Genealogy Club” meeting on Saturday, Sept. 19 at 10 a.m. This is a virtual meeting. This online discussion group for those who like to research their family history. All levels welcome. To register, go to: https://www.chemunglibraries.org/event/genealogy-club-16285
The Byron Bergen Public Library will have a genealogy class on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10:30 a.m. to noon covering FamilySearch.org and Ancestry.com Bring a charged laptop with you to the program. It will be led by members of the Genesee County Genealogy Group. For more information, go to: https://byron-bergenpubliclibrary.org/happenings/
Week of September 20 – 26
The Yonkers Public Library will present “Create Your Family Tree” on Monday, Sept. 21 at 2 p.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-115823
The Byron Bergen Public Library will have a genealogy class on Wednesday, Sept. 23 from 3-5 p.m. covering FamilySearch.org and Ancestry.com Bring a charged laptop with you to the program. It will be led by members of the Genesee County Genealogy Group. For more information, go to: https://byron-bergenpubliclibrary.org/happenings/
The Colonie Public library will have a genealogy walk-in on Wednesday, Sept. 23 from 2-4 p.m. with volunteers from the Captial District Genealogy Society. Expereienced researchers will demonstrate the steps involved in starting your family history research. Discover research methods and strategies, identify relevant records and how to locate them. For more information, go to: https://events.colonielibrary.org/event/walk-genealogy-consultations-capital-district-genealogy-society-volunteers-45842
The Central Library in Rochester will have a Local History and Genealogy Division Open House on Wednesday, Sept. 23 from 5-6:30 p.m. The Open House will hightlight the special collections and archives through an engaging guided tour. Attendees will also learn how to navigate our online finding aids to discover materials for their own research. To register, go to: https://calendar.libraryweb.org/event/16698351
The Interlaken Public Library will has a Genealogy MeetUp on Thursday, Sept. 24 at 11 a.m. This is a Zoom only program. Interested in genealogy and family history? Join seasoned researchers for a twice-monthly 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-28/
