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Genealogy Work Session

Take on your family history research project!

2023-12-18 17:00:00 2023-12-18 19:00:00 America/Chicago Genealogy Work Session Did you know the library offers free access to genealogy research tools? Join us to get assistance navigating the library's resources. Registration required. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Monday, December 18
5:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-18 17:00:00 2023-12-18 19:00:00 America/Chicago Genealogy Work Session Did you know the library offers free access to genealogy research tools? Join us to get assistance navigating the library's resources. Registration required. Detroit Lakes Public Library -

Did you know the library offers free access to genealogy research tools? Join us to get assistance navigating the library's resources. Registration required.

Your library offers free access to a number of popular genealogy research tools, including Ancestry.com (Library Edition), HeritageQuest Online, FamilySearch, ProQuest and the Minnesota Digital Library

If you're interested in exploring these tools with a little assistance, join the Detroit Lakes Public Library for a work session, which will allow you to access these tools with a library staff member on hand to answer questions as they come up. 

This workshop is offered free-of-charge, but registration is required. Register by clicking the button on the left or by calling or visiting the library. This program will be facilitated by library staff. Be sure to bring some family information to aid in your research. 

 

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Genealogy Events |

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Detroit Lakes Public Library

Phone: 218-847-2168

Hours
Mon, Mar 10 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Mar 11 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Mar 12 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Mar 13 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Mar 14 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 15 9:00AM to 3:00PM
Sun, Mar 16 Closed

About the branch

The Detroit Lakes Public Library is located in downtown Detroit Lakes at the intersection of Washinton Ave. and Frazee Street. The library offers two meeting rooms, four study rooms, a legal kiosk, free Wi-Fi and much more.

Upcoming Events

Thu, Mar 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Sat, Mar 15, 10:00am - 2:00pm
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Mon, Mar 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Tue, Mar 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us to discuss this month's book, "Demon Copperhead" by Barbara Kingsolver. All are welcome including those who haven't read the book.

Thu, Mar 20, 10:30am - 11:15am
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Sat, Mar 22, 9:00am - 2:30pm
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Mon, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Mon, Mar 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Tue, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:15am
Join us for an engaging, interactive and inclusive story and play time. Our library offers a welcoming, accessible space where children of all abilities can enjoy the magic of storytelling.  

Tue, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Wed, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Come join us for an unplugged jam every fourth Wednesday. All experience levels are welcome to this supportive and family-friendly event. Bring your acoustic instrument and come have some fun!

Thu, Mar 27, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.

Mon, Mar 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Mon, Mar 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Did you know the library offers free access to genealogy research tools? Join us to get assistance navigating the library's resources. Registration required.

Tue, Apr 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Join us as Master Gardener DMae Ceryes shares tips and tricks for seed starting.

Wed, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Our monthly Writers' Group is a place for writers of all levels to come together and share your work, ideas, and encouragement with each other. All genres welcome.  

Thu, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime.

Thu, Apr 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us at Bucks Mill Brewing for the After Hours Book Club meeting to discuss this month's book, "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Sat, Apr 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Try out a new hobby at your library! Join Brenda Labine and learn how to paint a Whimsical Flower Bouquet.

Mon, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us on Monday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.

Mon, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Thu, Apr 10, 10:30am - 11:15am
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