Every family has a story. Learn how to gather and tell yours
Home for the Holidays: Stories of Family
The holiday season, when families come together, is a perfect time for telling and retelling family stories and sharing memories of loved ones. Learn techniques for gathering these stories for future generations from personal historian Diane Dassow, who will lead you through the process of conducting successful interviews. Come share your favorite holiday stories, listen to others, and enjoy cider and cookies. Bring the family.
Date and time: Saturday, December 10, 1-3 p.m.
Location: Cardinal Room, Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Register at http://www.ahml.info/
Other Genealogy Classes in December:
Finding Your Ancestors Online
This class is offered every other month, with various topics on best methods and databases for genealogical researching online.
Date and time: Friday, December 9, 9:30-11 a.m.
Location: Training Center, Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Register at http://www.ahml.info/
Swedish Genealogy Research Help
Do you have Swedish ancestors? Kathy Meade, who has more than seven years' experience helping people trace their Swedish ancestry, will be available to help you with your research. Kathy can also direct you to additional Swedish research resources.
Date and time: Wednesday, December 14, noon-7 p.m.
Location: Shackley Room, first floor of the Arlington Heights Memorial Library
Register at http://www.ahml.info/