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Classes and events are virtual and in-person. Registration is strongly encouraged for in-person events, attendance may be limited.

Per CDC guidance, people may choose to mask at any time. People with symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19 should wear a mask. Stay home if you are sick or if you have been in close contact with a person with COVID-19. View more information on COVID-19 and the safety measures the library has in place.

Virtual Event: Genealogy in the States - Tennessee
Registration Required
Wednesday
July
6
6:30​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
Explore the rich research resources and collections that are held in a variety of archives and repositories in Tennessee. Discover what records are available and how to use them.
Learn more >
Virtual Event: Advanced Searching on Ancestry.com
Registration Required
Thursday
July
7
12:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
Learn how to make the most out of your searches on Ancestry Library Edition and Ancestry.com.
Learn more >
Virtual: The True Story of Smoky the War Dog
Registration Required
Thursday
July
7
7:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
Found by accident in the jungles of New Guinea during WWII this brave dog went on to be chosen as the #1 mascot of the South Pacific, the world’s first official Therapy Dog of record.
Learn more >
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In-Person: Cryptid Creatures of the Deep
Registration Required
Wednesday
July
13
1:00​pm
Southwest Branch
Event Categories: History, Culture, Genealogy; Games & Activities
Dive into the wide world of cryptozoology. Learn about Nessie, Kraken, and a host of other creatures who lurk in the deep sea. Recommended for ages 13-18.
Learn more >
Virtual Event: Mastering Genealogical Documentation
Registration Required
Wednesday
July
13
6:30​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
Join us for our Mastering Genealogical Proof study group focusing on genealogical documentation.
Learn more >
Virtual Event: Civil War Pension Files Union & Confederate
Registration Required
Thursday
July
14
12:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
Explore the contents of both Union and Confederate Civil War pension files. Discover what types of information are contained in these records.
Learn more >
In Person: Cryptid Creatures of the Deep
Registration Required
Wednesday
July
20
2:30​pm
Fairview Shores Branch
(Fairview Shores - Meeting Room 1)
Event Categories: History, Culture, Genealogy; Games & Activities
Dive into the wide world of cryptozoology. Learn about Nessie, Kraken, and a host of other creatures who lurk in the deep sea. Recommended for ages 13-18.
Learn more >
Virtual Event: Mastering Genealogical Documentation
Registration Required
Wednesday
July
20
6:30​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
Join us for our Mastering Genealogical Proof study group focusing on genealogical documentation.
Learn more >
Virtual Event: DPLA and Genealogy
Registration Required
Thursday
July
21
12:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
Discover the Digital Public Library of America and learn how you can use this amazing resource to enhance your genealogical research
Learn more >
In-Person: The Outlaw Ocean
Researching Ocean Related True Crime at the Library
Registration Required
Thursday
July
21
5:00​pm
Orlando Public Library
(Albertson Room)
Event Categories: History, Culture, Genealogy; General Events
Learn about ocean-related true crimes, including piracy then enjoy a demonstration of how to use different library resources to research true crime.
Learn more >

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