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November 2022

Sat 5
November 5, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Free genealogy websites and timeless tips – In Person

South Huntington Public Library 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station, NY

Presenter: Bob Farrell - Chairman of the Huntington Historical Society Genealogy Workshop Learn about websites that give you free access to archives of libraries, historical societies, map collections, photo files,...

Wed 9
November 9, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Why did your family come to America? – Virtual

Presenter: Chuck Weinstein Learn about some of the reasons our ancestors left Eastern Europe, the ports they used, and what they found in America upon arrival, focusing on the Great...

Sat 12
November 12, 2022 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Genetic Genealogy in Context: Italy – In person and virtual

Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New York

Presenter: Paul Woodbury Genetic Genealogy, at the end of the day, is genealogy, and must be considered within the context of all evidence (both genetic and documentary). Learn some of...

Wed 16
November 16, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Mayflower Voyage – Hybrid

Patchogue-Medford Public Library 54-60 E. Main St., Patchogue, NY

Presenter: Jenny Warner On September 6, 1620, the Mayflower left for the New World. 400 years later, Jenny Warner, President of the DuPage County Genealogical Society, will discuss the Mayflower,...

Sat 19
November 19, 2022 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

The Coffin Ships – Hybrid

Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New York

Presenter: Cian McMahon The in-person meeting takes place at the Bethpage Public Library. Members will receive a link for the Zoom presentation.

Sun 20
November 20, 2022 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Reunited and it feels so good – Virtual

Presenter: Jennifer Mendelsohn A 95-year-old Holocaust survivor whose entire family was lost learns she has three living first cousins. An orphaned child survivor of the Holocaust lives her entire life...

December 2022

Thu 1
December 1, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Christmas Markets: Their History and Traditions – hybrid

Hicksville V.F.W. 320 S. Broadway, Hicksville, New York

Presenter: Claire Gebben Christmas markets date back to medieval times, when German territories covered a wide swath of the continent. Some of Germany’s existing Christmas markets trace their origins as...

Sat 3
December 3, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Using Family Tree Maker Software – In person

South Huntington Public Library 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station, NY

Presenter: Mark Olsen Come to the South Huntington Library to watch this virtual represention by Mark Olsen, Family Tree Maker Ambassador.

Wed 7
December 7, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

DNA for the Overwhelmed – Hybrid

Patchogue-Medford Public Library 54-60 E. Main St., Patchogue, NY

Presenter: Robert Cameron Weir The test kit was on sale. You bought one, the results are in. It is all a bit overwhelming. Learn the exact steps to take to...

Sat 10
December 10, 2022 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Holiday get-together – Hybrid

Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New York
Sun 11
December 11, 2022 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

New Online Sources You Need to Know – Virtual

There will be four breakout sessions: 1. Historical Vital Records - Alec Ferretti will provide tips on using the NYC Municipal Archives's new website, with online access to images of...

Sat 17
December 17, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

A Traditional Irish Christmas – hybrid

Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New York

Presenter: Jim Hawkins “A Traditional Irish Christmas” consists of stories, poems, songs, hymns, and a discussion of the customs of each part of the Christmas season: Advent, Christmas Eve, Christmas...

Wed 21
December 21, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Genealogy Research Discussion Group – virtual

Get help with researching your ancestors. Come discuss strategies and learn how others have succeeded. Open to all. To register, go to: https://pmlib.libnet.info/event/6584182

Wed 21
December 21, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Hanukkah Program – virtual

Join us for a fun game of Genealogy Trivia with an extra focus on Hanukkah. This event will be hosted by Alec Ferretti. Prizes will be given for the top...

January 2023

Thu 5
January 5 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Breathe Life into Your Genealogy with the Power Story – hybrid

Hicksville V.F.W. 320 S. Broadway, Hicksville, New York

Presenter: Bill Cole Have you shared your genealogical research findings’ excitement and observed glazed-over eyes? Unfortunately, that happens more than we care to admit. Even though our research contains facts...

Sat 7
January 7 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

German Genealogy: Finding Your Ancestral Home – In person

South Huntington Public Library 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station, NY

Presenter: Richard Haberstroh Learn about the process of tracking down the specific town or village in which one’s German immigrant ancestor was born, a critical piece of information when tracing...

Wed 11
January 11 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Timelines in Genealogy – Hybrid

Patchogue-Medford Public Library 54-60 E. Main St., Patchogue, NY

Presenter: Diane L. Richard Hit a brick wall? Wondering why your ancestors did what they did? Need to separate several same-named contemporaries? Learn about timelines and how they might help...

Wed 11
January 11 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Personal Stories from Member Files – Virtual

Sat 14
January 14 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Know the Signs of Organized Crime – Hybrid

Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New York

Presenter: Justin Cascio Mafiosi and their victims have always lived side by side. The same ships that brought honest people to America also brought criminals and a unique culture in...

Sat 14
January 14 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

21st Century Italian Genealogy – Hybrid

Brentwood Public Library 34 Second Avenue, Brentwood, NY

Presenter: Michael Cassara There has never been a better time to pursue Italian genealogical research with more and more records available online. This presentation is an overview for the beginning...

Wed 18
January 18 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Immigration After the Civil War – Hybrid

Connetquot Public Library 760 Ocean Avenue, Bohemia, New York

Presenter: Judy G. Russell America’s doors were open to all before the Civil War, with few restrictions. Afterwards, the laws began tightening, with exclusions, quotas, even required visas. How did...

Sat 21
January 21 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Writing Family History – Hybrid

Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New York

Presenter: Lynn Palmero Palermo shares several key steps to help you start turning your research into entertaining and shareable stories. You will leave this presentation armed with the first steps...

Wed 25
January 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Genealogy Research Discussion Group – Virtual

Get help with researching your ancestors. Come discuss strategies and learn how others have succeeded. Open to all. To register, go to: https://pmlib.libnet.info/event/6584182

Fri 27
January 27 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Exploring Presbyterian Church Records – Hybrid

Brentwood Public Library 34 Second Avenue, Brentwood, NY

Presenter: Peter Ward Learn about Presbyterian church records including how to find them and how they are organized.

Sun 29
January 29 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Operation Benjamin – Virtual

Presenter: Rachel Silverman This presentation will detail the work of Operation Benjamin, a non-profit dedicated to locating Jewish personnel at World War II American military cemeteries all over the world...

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