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Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition

with the Oakville Public Library

Have you seen the Ancestry® commercials and found yourself wondering about getting started with your family history research? Ages 18+

This introduction to Ancestry Library Edition (ALE) will show you the basics to access and navigate the library version, accessible with your Oakville Public Library card. You’ll also learn how to leverage ALE with a free Ancestry® guest account.

This session is suitable for the beginner researcher and anyone looking for a refresher session.

Don’t have an Oakville Public Library Card? You’ll want to register for one to take advantage of ALE and all the resources we offer!

Skills Learned: Information literacy, Technology literacy, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Social Skills

Can't make it and need to cancel? Please let us know in advance!

If you have to cancel your spot for any reason, you can do so by:

1.     Logging into MyEvents using your library card.  If you did not register with your library card, you will need the reference number you received in your confirmation email.

2.     Phone your local branch, or email oplreference@oakville.ca.  Please have ready the program title, program date, and name(s) of registered individual(s).

Please note: This session takes place at 7pm ET. You can check the start time for your time zone at Time Zone Converter. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you don't receive the email within a few minutes, be sure to check your spam/junk folder. If it still hasn't arrived, please contact us for assistance. 

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