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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 |

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Fertile Public Library

Fertile@larl.org
Phone: 218-945-6137
Branch manager
Laura Gullickson

Hours
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Mon, May 04 Closed
Tue, May 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, May 06 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 08 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 09 Closed
Sun, May 10 Closed

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

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Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. The first two weeks of May theme is gardens!

Tue, May 12, 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.

Wed, May 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Revisit color theory and create your own color chart, then join us for a free painting session.

Thu, May 14, 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.

Fri, May 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is owls!

Tue, May 19, 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.

Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join the Resolute Readers Book Club to discuss Kate Quinn's "The Briar Club."

Fri, May 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is counting!

Tue, May 26, 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.

Fri, May 29, 10:30am - 11:15am
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week's theme is weather & rain!

Mon, Jun 01, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Tue, Jun 02, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Tue, Jun 02, 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.

Tue, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us to discover the invention that forever changed how humans share stories. Offered in partnership with the Minnesota Center for Book Arts.

Wed, Jun 03, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Wed, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
"Fly" into the library to choose your favorite kite style and get crafting! All supplies are provided by the library until they are gone. Space is limited and registration is required.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 27 2026 at 1:00pm

Thu, Jun 04, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Fri, Jun 05, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.

Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ever wonder how people sent messages before texting, or how music sounded before streaming? Step into our "technology time machine" at the Fertile Public Library!

Fri, Jun 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hear about Jeff's latest book 'Lost River; and the evolution of the Kim Norby series & characters. Jeff will also share why he is doing more short form writing this year.

Sat, Jun 06, All day
Trails
Enjoy the Agassiz Environmental Learning Center trails while reading our "Reading is Timeless"-themed books.