Wednesday, August 31, 2011

GCPLS closed for Labor Day Weekend

The Gadsden County Public Library will be closed Saturday September 3rd-Monday September 5th. We will resume regular hours on Tuesday September 6th

Monday, August 01, 2011

New Genealogy Classes

New Genealogy Classes! All classes are FREE and held at the McGill Library in Quincy.

Wednesday, August 24 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Genealogy Series: Getting Started - This class is the first of a five-part series and is in intended for individuals who are interested in learning how to research their family history.



Wednesday, August 31 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Genealogy Series: Repositories - Discover various types of repositories including county, state and national and the types of records they house.


Wednesday, September 7 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Genealogy Series: Documentation and Organization - Learn how to properly document your sources and organize your files both on and off the computer.



Wednesday, September 14 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Genealogy Series: Research I - Discover various online databases, internet websites and library resources dedicate to genealogy research.



Wednesday, September 21 from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Genealogy Series: Research II - Continue to learning various online resources most helpful in your genealogy research.



Prerequisites for Research I & II: Students must know computer basics including how to use a mouse and some familiarity with using the Internet and an interest in family history.