Free genealogy websites and timeless tips – In Person
South Huntington Public Library 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station, NY, United StatesPresenter: 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,...
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...
Genetic Genealogy in Context: Italy – In person and virtual
Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New YorkPresenter: 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...
Mayflower Voyage – Hybrid
Patchogue-Medford Public Library 54-60 E. Main St., Patchogue, NY, United StatesPresenter: 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,...
The Coffin Ships – Hybrid
Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New YorkPresenter: Cian McMahon The in-person meeting takes place at the Bethpage Public Library. Members will receive a link for the Zoom presentation.
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...
Christmas Markets: Their History and Traditions – hybrid
Hicksville V.F.W. 320 S. Broadway, Hicksville, New YorkPresenter: 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...
Using Family Tree Maker Software – In person
South Huntington Public Library 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station, NY, United StatesPresenter: Mark Olsen Come to the South Huntington Library to watch this virtual represention by Mark Olsen, Family Tree Maker Ambassador.
DNA for the Overwhelmed – Hybrid
Patchogue-Medford Public Library 54-60 E. Main St., Patchogue, NY, United StatesPresenter: 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...
Holiday get-together – Hybrid
Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New YorkNew 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...
A Traditional Irish Christmas – hybrid
Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New YorkPresenter: 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...
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
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...
Breathe Life into Your Genealogy with the Power Story – hybrid
Hicksville V.F.W. 320 S. Broadway, Hicksville, New YorkPresenter: 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...
German Genealogy: Finding Your Ancestral Home – In person
South Huntington Public Library 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station, NY, United StatesPresenter: 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...
Timelines in Genealogy – Hybrid
Patchogue-Medford Public Library 54-60 E. Main St., Patchogue, NY, United StatesPresenter: 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...
Know the Signs of Organized Crime – Hybrid
Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New YorkPresenter: 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...
21st Century Italian Genealogy – Hybrid
Brentwood Public Library 34 Second Avenue, Brentwood, NYPresenter: 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...
Immigration After the Civil War – Hybrid
Connetquot Public Library 760 Ocean Avenue, Bohemia, New YorkPresenter: 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...
Writing Family History – Hybrid
Bethpage Public Library 47 Powell Avenue, Bethpage, New YorkPresenter: 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...
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
Exploring Presbyterian Church Records – Hybrid
Brentwood Public Library 34 Second Avenue, Brentwood, NYPresenter: Peter Ward Learn about Presbyterian church records including how to find them and how they are organized.
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...