Skip to main content
close
font 1 font 2 font 3
Reset to standard size
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Yellow on Black White on Black Soft Greys Black on Linen Black on White
Reset to default contrast
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Image for event: Genealogy 101: Discover Free Research Tools at Your Library

Genealogy 101: Discover Free Research Tools at Your Library

Discover genealogy resources with a local expert

2023-11-08 14:00:00 2023-11-08 15:00:00 America/Chicago Genealogy 101: Discover Free Research Tools at Your Library Join genealogy expert Rick Crume for a workshop exploring how to navigate these databases, which include Ancestry.com (Library Edition), HeritageQuest Online and FamilySearch. Fertile Public Library -

Wednesday, November 08
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-11-08 14:00:00 2023-11-08 15:00:00 America/Chicago Genealogy 101: Discover Free Research Tools at Your Library Join genealogy expert Rick Crume for a workshop exploring how to navigate these databases, which include Ancestry.com (Library Edition), HeritageQuest Online and FamilySearch. Fertile Public Library -

Join genealogy expert Rick Crume for a workshop exploring how to navigate these databases, which include Ancestry.com (Library Edition), HeritageQuest Online and FamilySearch.

Did you know that your Lake Agassiz Regional Library card offers you access to three huge genealogy databases? Join genealogy expert Rick Crume for a workshop exploring how to navigate these databases, which include Ancestry.com (Library Edition), HeritageQuest Online and FamilySearch.  

Attend this workshop to learn how to access:

  • Historical records from countries around the world
  • Family trees with billions of names and in-depth research guides
  • Even more historical records on-site at the library than you can view at home
  • And much more!

This program is offered free-of-charge, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Explore the library's genealogy resources here 

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Legacy Events | Genealogy Events |

TAGS: | |

Fertile Public Library
Fertile@larl.org
Phone: 218-945-6137
Branch manager
Laura Gullickson
Hours
We're closed Monday January 20 due to Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Mon, Jan 20 Closed
(Closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)
Tue, Jan 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Jan 22 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jan 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jan 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 25 Closed
Sun, Jan 26 Closed
previous
this week
next
About the branch

The Fertile Public Library is tucked inside the Duane Knutson Community Center on Mill Street across the street from the Main Street Station & Deli. The Fertile Library is a large one-room library with access to a small meeting room and auditorium that can be reserved through the city office and 24-hour access to WiFi.

Upcoming Events

Knitters Plus - Welcoming All Fiber Artists
Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join a group of fellow fiber artists for a dedicated crafting time. All are welcome to bring their projects. It's OK to be early the city usually has the building open.
A Special Superhero Storytime + Craft with Miss River Valley - Learn how to be a hero to others
Fri, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Come dressed as your favorite superhero for a special Storytime with Minnesota's very own royalty Whitney McClain!
Knitters Plus - Welcoming All Fiber Artists
Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join a group of fellow fiber artists for a dedicated crafting time. All are welcome to bring their projects. It's OK to be early the city usually has the building open.
Needle Felted Mini Heart - Felting Class for Adults & Teens
Tue, Jan 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults and teens are invited to join us for a free felting class. Our class is suitable for all experience levels and all materials will be provided.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Fri, Jan 31, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Join us to learn about primates.
Knitters Plus - Welcoming All Fiber Artists
Tue, Feb 04, 10:00am - 2:00pm
What fiber project will you create? The first Tuesday of the month the group has their long day. It's ok if you are early the city has the building open.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Fri, Feb 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Join us to learn about pigs.
Knitters Plus - Welcoming All Fiber Artists
Tue, Feb 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join a group of fellow fiber artists for a dedicated crafting time. All are welcome to bring their projects. It's OK to be early the city usually has the building open.
Funday Stampers - Crafting event for cardmakers, scrapbookers, & stampers
Thu, Feb 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Join us for a fun day of card-making! Each month we learn a new technique or have a challenge. Work, visit, or get new ideas.
Storytime - An early literacy experience
Fri, Feb 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Who loves a flower garden?
Knitters Plus - Welcoming All Fiber Artists
Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join a group of fellow fiber artists for a dedicated crafting time. All are welcome to bring their projects. It's OK to be early the city usually has the building open.
See all events