Category Archives: Public Presentations

Sign up for June Civil War Genealogy Programming! – Tuesday’s Tip

Posted on May 21, 2013 by

Do you have a Civil War veteran in your family tree?   Learn how to research your veteran ancestors during Fountaindale Public Library’s Civil War Genealogy Workshop on Saturday, June 1 from 10 am to noon.  Librarians Tina Beaird and Debra … Continue reading →

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Exciting Summer Genealogy Programing @ The Fountaindale Library!

Posted on April 30, 2013 by

Looking for a great way to kick off your summer research season?  The Fountaindale Public Library his hosting a fantastic array of programming which will help engage your next genealogical challenge! Did your ancestors take up sides during the Civil … Continue reading →

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December’s To-Do List from a Genealogist – Wisdom Wednesday

Posted on December 12, 2012 by

The months of November and December always seem to move by so fast! Thanksgiving with its wonderful weather was a welcome change, and I was even more gratified by having some time to discuss genealogy with my family, albeit in … Continue reading →

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Gearing up for the Fox Valley Genealogical Society 2012 Conference! – Tech Tuesday

Posted on August 21, 2012 by

When you need help, it’s time to call in the experts.  If you’re looking to harness the power of Ancestry.com to it’s fullest potential, you’re going to want to make a date with Lou. Loretto Dennis “Lou” Szucs, or as … Continue reading →

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Genealogy Day 2012 and Sharing Photos Online – Tuesday’s Tip

Posted on May 1, 2012 by

Hello everyone, I hope you all are enjoying the great spring weather! I’m just now recovering from our amazing Genealogy Day a few weeks ago.  We had a few volunteers from Jane Addams Middle School out for the morning to … Continue reading →

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Thanks For An Excellent Genealogy Day!

Posted on April 21, 2012 by

Dear Genealogy Day Attendees: All of you are amazing!  Jose and I were reading through the comments from your cards and survey forms, and we are so happy that you all enjoyed the program! My deepest thanks to everyone who … Continue reading →

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Be There or Be Square: FPLD Genealogy Club Speaker Schedule updated! – Motivation Monday

Posted on January 9, 2012 by

What do you have to lose?  Make a resolution to attend more Fountaindale Public Library Genealogy Club programs! We have three great speakers ready to help motivate you to success!  The FPLD Genealogy Club meets on the second Wednesday of … Continue reading →

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Free DNA Genealogy Presentation Nov. 10 at the Fountaindale Library – Thrifty Thursday

Posted on October 21, 2011 by

Demystify your DNA research with a fantastic fall program at the Fountaindale Public Library! Noted genealogist and author Dave Dowell will present “Adding DNA Testing to your Genealogical Tool Kit” and sign copies of his new book Crash Course in … Continue reading →

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