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At this time, the majority of our events and programs are virtual. Occasionally, we may host some in-person events that take place outdoors. Please read event descriptions carefully before registering. Services at all locations are limited to grab-and-go for materials or three hours of computer use.

Virtual Event: Finding Your Roots Series
Registration Required
Tuesday
October
26
1:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
This series will cover the nine core elements that you need to build a strong foundation for your genealogical research. Each week will focus on a different record group.
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Virtual Event: Exploring FamilySearch.org
Registration Required
Wednesday
October
27
6:30​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
FamilySearch is a tremendous and free source for family history research. Learn how to navigate this website and how to make the most of the information that it contains.
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Virtual Event: Death Stands Ready
Registration Required
Thursday
October
28
12:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
Tombstone iconography and burial practices reflect the attitudes towards death held by early Americans. Learn how religious beliefs and family patterns of a society are reflected in burying customs.
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Virtual Event: Pirates! All Aboard to Trick or Treat
A Spooktacular Adventure
Registration Required
Thursday
October
28
4:30​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Fairview Shores)
Event Categories: Storytime; Science & Math
All Aboard to Trick ARGH Treat with a quirky pirate crew! Wear your best Halloween costume as we share spooky stories, sing sea shanties, and dance our way through new adventures. Happy Halloween!
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Virtual Event: Finding Your Roots Series
Registration Required
Tuesday
November
2
1:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
This series will cover the nine core elements that you need to build a strong foundation for your genealogical research. Each week will focus on a different record group.
Learn more >
Virtual Event: Modern by Tradition-Seminole Culture
Innovation and the Transformation of Seminole Culture
Registration Required
Tuesday
November
2
7:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - EPD)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
Dr. Andrew Frank will discuss the culture of Florida Seminoles and the connection from 1700 to today. Part of the Florida Humanities Florida Talks series. In honor of Native American Heritage Month.
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Virtual Event: Global Genealogy - Canada
Registration Required
Wednesday
November
3
6:30​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
Explore resources, tips, and tricks for finding records in the home countries of your ancestors. This session focuses on Canada.
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Virtual Event: Utilizing the General Register Office Records
Registration Required
Thursday
November
4
12:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
The GRO oversees civil registration in England and Wales maintaining records of all births, marriages, and deaths dating back to 1837. Learn how to utilize this resource in your genealogical research.
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Virtual Event: Homeschool:
Native Americans: Tribes and Customs
Registration Required
Thursday
November
4
1:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - Windermere)
Event Categories: History, Culture, Genealogy; Games & Activities
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about various tribes and their customs.
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Virtual Event: Social Security Records for Genealogy
Registration Required
Tuesday
November
9
1:00​pm
Online
(Virtual Room - West Oaks)
Event Category: History, Culture, Genealogy
The Social Security Act was passed in 1935 and helped to create records for genealogists. Learn how this act impacted your ancestors and what records were created as a result.
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