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How to Organize and Pass on Your Family History

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Wouldn’t you like to leave clear instructions for your family and friends on how to save your accumulated family history? You have spent thousands of hours organizing, digitizing, searching, compiling, and archiving your family story.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Discussion Group

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Conference Room 2A & 2B at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Conference Room 2A & 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. All are welcome! No registration required.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginning Family History Research

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn how to research your family tree in six easy steps. Includes time to start your research. Meets in person in Medina Library Computer Lab.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Women in History: Harriet Tubman

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Lodi
Program Type:
Adult Education, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Lodi
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Education, History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Learn about the life of Harriet Tubman. Presented by Women in History Ohio. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ella Fitzgerald

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Buckeye
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Buckeye
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Spend your evening hearing about the life of American Jazz Singer, Ella Fitzgerald, sometimes referred to as the "First Lady of Song."  Actor portrayal presented by Women in History Ohio. For more information on Ella Fitzgerald:

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginning Family History Series: U.S. Census Records

Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This beginning-level class series is for anyone interested in tracing their family history. Learn to use essential records that document the lives of your ancestors. In four classes, we will cover the following foundational record types: U.S.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Finding Challenging Names in Genealogy Databases

Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A & B at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Community Room A & B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 69
Event Details:

Explore proven strategies for locating those hard-to-find relatives in genealogical databases.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Discussion Group

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Conference Room 2A & 2B at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Conference Room 2A & 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. All are welcome! No registration required.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginning Family History Series: Vital Records

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This beginning-level class series is for anyone interested in tracing their family history. Learn to use essential records that document the lives of your ancestors. In four classes, we will cover the following foundational record types: U.S.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ohio Cryptids

Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
Animals & Nature, General Interest, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Animals & Nature, General Interest, History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Ken from The Medina Phenomenon will join us to discuss all the supernatural entities Ohio has to offer. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginning Family History Series: Estate Records

Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This beginning-level class series is for anyone interested in tracing their family history. Learn to use essential records that document the lives of your ancestors. In four classes, we will cover the following foundational record types: U.S.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Discussion Group

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Conference Room 2A & 2B at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Conference Room 2A & 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. All are welcome! No registration required.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

France & Normandy: A Historical Journey

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
General Interest, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest, History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Susan and Paul of Footsteps World Travel will take you on a journey through France and Normandy, highlighting many historical sites along the way. 

Closed for Easter

All Day
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All MCDL Libraries Closed for Easter

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginning Family History Series: Land Records

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This beginning-level class series is for anyone interested in tracing their family history. Learn to use essential records that document the lives of your ancestors. In four classes, we will cover the following foundational record types: U.S.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Shipwreck on Lake Erie

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Sycamore Room North & South at Brunswick
Program Type:
General Interest, History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Brunswick
Room: Sycamore Room North & South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General Interest, History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Join Thomas Adams as he tell us about the history and demise of the SS Marquette & Bessemer No. 2. The ship sunk in Lake Erie in 1909.

Closed for Mother's Day

All Day
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All MCDL Libraries Closed for Mother's Day

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy Discussion Group

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Conference Room 2A & 2B at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Conference Room 2A & 2B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Event Details:

Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. All are welcome! No registration required.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Genealogy On the Go

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room A at Medina
Program Type:
History & Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults
Required
Library Branch: Medina
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History & Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Mobile apps like FamilySearch: Family Tree App, Ancestry: Family History & DNA, and more allow you to continue your genealogy research from virtually anywhere. Learn the key features of these apps and how to use them.

Closed On Memorial Day

All Day
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All MCDL Libraries Closed On Memorial Day

Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All MCDL Libraries Closed for Independence Day

Closed for Labor Day

All Day
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All MCDL Libraries Closed for Labor Day

Closed for Staff Development Day

All Day
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All MCDL Libraries Closed for Staff Development Day

Closed for Thanksgiving

All Day
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Medina, Brunswick, Buckeye, Highland, Lodi, Seville, Bookmobile, All Locations, Virtual, Off Site
Description:

All MCDL Libraries Closed for Thanksgiving