Beanstack Outage

The platform that hosts the Beanstack website and app, along with thousands of other websites and apps worldwide, is suffering an outage.  As a result, Beanstack may be unavailable or slow to load. 

You can download and print a copy of our Paper Reading Log to track your reading until this issue is resolved.  If you have any questions, please reach out to us!  We are happy to help!

Level Up at Your Library is Here!

Our annual Summer Reading Program has officially begun!  IPDPL offers three different summer reading challenges so readers can choose the challenge that best suits them:

  • Read to Me: for beginning and emerging readers (reading goal = 50 books)
  • Casual Readers: for busy readers without a lot of time (reading goal = 25 hours)
  • Avid Readers: for passionate readers who are all in (reading goal = 50 hours)

Head to Beanstack online or the Beanstack Tracker app on your device to join the program and choose your challenge!

Digging Deeper Into Your Roots: Genealogy 101

Program Type:

Classes, Educational Programming, Genealogy & Local History

Age Group:

Adults
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Program Description

Event Details

Digging Deeper Into Your Roots

Discover the fascinating world of genealogy on a captivating journey back in time. Learn the techniques and resources needed to uncover your ancestry, from deciphering documents to navigating online databases.  Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining your methods, Digging Deeper is a roadmap to confidently trace your lineage, understand historical contexts, and preserve your family legacy for future generations.  Connect with your past in a meaningful way!

 

Genealogy 101

Are you curious about your family's history but don't know where to start?  In this session, you'll learn the basics of genealogy research, including how to begin your family tree, where to find key records and resources, and tips for organizing your findings.  Whether you're looking to trace your ancestry or simply want to preserve your family's stories, this class will provide you with the essential tools to embark on your genealogical journey.  No prior experience is necessary — just bring your enthusiasm and a desire to discover your roots!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Registration is requested for this program.

Registering guarantees your space, should capacity become an issue.  It also allows us to adequately prepare materials for all attendees.  Finally, it gives our staff the ability to contact you in the event of any last-minute schedule changes.