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SUMMARY:Mobile Branch: Hick's Store\, 3408 Hwy. 121
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URL:https://vernonparishlibrary.org/event/mobile-branch-hicks-store-3408-hwy-121/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:Bookmobile\, Vernon Parish\, LA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bookmobile
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SUMMARY:Annual Genealogy Lock-in
DESCRIPTION:25th Annual Genealogy Lock-In Agenda \nFriday\, October 16\, 2026 \n  \n9:00 am – 9:50 am Building Your Digital Family History Archive Difficulty: Intermediate \nEvaAnne Johnson\, Genealogy & Local History Librarian at Wilmette Public Library \nWhile we are researching our family tree\, we often collect a lot of digital files – from downloaded records and emailed documents to scanned photographs and mobile screenshots. What should we do with all these digital files\, and how can we keep them organized? This presentation will cover the basics of digital preservation and outline practical steps for creating a well-structured Digital Family History Archive to safeguard your genealogy work. \n  \n10:00 am – 10:50 am Researching Your Scottish Ancestors Difficulty: Intermediate \nErika A. Ward\, PGCERT (Genealogical\, Palaeographic & Heraldic Studies) \nDo you have ancestors who emigrated from Scotland? Are you unsure of which records exist\, how to use them\, or where to find them? This class explores the rich landscape of Scottish historical sources- including census\, church\, civil\, and immigration/emigration records- to help you uncover the stories hidden in your Scottish heritage. \n  \n11:00 am – 11:50 am Cluster Research\, or Discovering You’re Related to the Whole Block Difficulty: Intermediate \nJessica M. Trotter\, Genealogy Presenter and Researcher \nAs Aristotle noted\, “Man is by nature a social animal” -he has family\, society\, and throughout history he has moved with them. This session includes tips\, tricks\, and examples of how researching the neighborhood and other associates of your ancestors can further your own research. \n  \n11:50 am – 12:50 pm Lunch on Your Own \n  \n12:50 pm – 2:10 pm Unlocking Your Roots: Starting Your Genealogy Journey Difficulty: Beginner \nBarbara Coakley\, Genealogy Researcher\, Speaker\, Author \nLearn how to start your genealogy journey or update your skills using a repeatable research process. Begin with what you already know\, frame your research question\, explore essential records\, and organize your discoveries. \n  \n2:25 pm – 3:15 pm Beyond the Family Tree: An Introduction to Oral History for Genealogy Difficulty: Beginner \nAdrienne Cain Darough\, MLS\, CA Assistant Director and Clinical Associate Professor\, Institute for Oral History \nGenealogy often begins with documents\, but it becomes powerful through storytelling. This presentation explores the fundamentals of oral history and how intentional interviewing can uncover context\, culture\, and connections that traditional records may miss. Learn how to plan\, conduct\, and preserve meaningful family interviews. \n  \n3:30 pm – 4:20 pm Texas & Southern Genealogy Resources at the Dolph Briscoe Center for American History Difficulty: Beginner \nMargaret Schlankey\, Assistant Director for Public Services\, Dolph Briscoe Center for American History\, UT \nThe Briscoe Center has a vast collection of resources helpful to genealogists with roots in Texas and the American South. This presentation will go over what’s available and how to access them. \n  \n4:35 pm – 5:25 pm Researching Your Revolutionary War Soldier: A Case Study Difficulty: Intermediate\nCraig R. Scott\, CG\, FUGA\, President and CEO of Heritage Books\, Inc. \nA Revolutionary War ancestor can be a goldmine of information if you know where to look. This lecture aims to examine types of service\, compiled military service records\, pension applications\, settled accounts\, and where other documents can be found using a step-by-step methodology in a case study. \n  \n5:40 pm – 6:30 pm Gen Z + Genealogy: Getting the Younger Generation Interested in Genealogy Research Difficulty: Beginner \nCarl Smith\, MLIS\, Manager of the Family History Research Center at the Clayton Library Campus \nDo you have a passion for family history but are worried about who carries the genealogical torch after you? Join in for a special presentation on Gen Z + Genealogy- where we’ll discuss tips and tricks on how to foster understanding\, communication\, and participation with the younger generations\, and ideas to better market genealogy to different age groups in ways that can increase interest in the topic all around.
URL:https://vernonparishlibrary.org/event/annual-genealogy-lock-in/
LOCATION:Meeting Room at Leesville Branch\, 1401 Nolan Trace\, Leesville\, LA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leesville,Meeting Room
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SUMMARY:Mobile Branch: Slagle Senior Center\, 8841 Hwy. 8
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URL:https://vernonparishlibrary.org/event/mobile-branch-slagle-senior-center-8841-hwy-8/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:Bookmobile\, Vernon Parish\, LA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bookmobile
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SUMMARY:Girl Scouts\, Troop 2123
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URL:https://vernonparishlibrary.org/event/girl-scouts-troop-2123/2026-10-16/
LOCATION:Meeting Room at Leesville Branch\, 1401 Nolan Trace\, Leesville\, LA\, United States
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