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Genealogy 101- The Basics!
2026-04-23 13:00:00 2026-04-23 14:00:00 America/New_York Genealogy 101- The Basics! If you are new to genealogy or just would like a review of basic concepts--this is the perfect class to review! Recommended for Adults. Registration required. Online - Virtual Room - West Oaks

Thursday, April 23
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-23 13:00:00 2026-04-23 14:00:00 America/New_York Genealogy 101- The Basics! If you are new to genealogy or just would like a review of basic concepts--this is the perfect class to review! Recommended for Adults. Registration required. Online - Virtual Room - West Oaks

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Virtual Room - West Oaks

If you are new to genealogy or just would like a review of basic concepts--this is the perfect class to review! Recommended for Adults. Registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History - Culture - Genealogy |

TAGS: | westoaks | bb-genealogy |

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Thursday Tree Zoom - Climb your family tree virtually!
Thu, Apr 16, 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual Room - West Oaks
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!
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Thu, Apr 16, 10:05am - 11:05am
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A one-on-one appointment with Lisa our Genealogist. She'll answer your questions and help you build your tree or tear down a brick wall! Wherever YOU are, West Oaks is able to reach out!
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Hand Sewing Sashiko Patterns: Usagi Rabbit (3-Part) - Confident Beginner Level
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Registration is now closed
Thursday Tree Zoom - Climb your family tree virtually!
Thu, Apr 16, 11:10am - 12:10pm
Virtual Room - West Oaks
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!
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This event is full
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Virtual Room - West Oaks
A one-on-one session that will permit you to speak to our Genealogist Lisa and work on your family tree. Wherever you are, West Oaks Library will be there for you!
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This event is full
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