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Hello! I am the Genealogy Specialist for Cuyahoga County Public Library, Joni Mihelich. If you have a question regarding genealogy or Cuyahoga County Public Library’s genealogy collection, Ask me a question.

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Genealogy Workshops

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Join Cuyahoga County Public Library’s Genealogy Specialist, Joni Mihelich for a series of genealogy classes designed to help you get started, get back to basics, or learn about the free genealogy resources available at Cuyahoga County Public Library. These classes are being offered at various branches throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library System. Registration required as class sizes are limited. Register by calling the library at 440-333-4700 or online at http://cuyahogalibrary.org/EventFinder.aspx?TodaysEvents=true.

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Recommended Reading

Family History In the Genes: trace your DNA and grow you family tree

by Pomery

This concise guide illustrates what genetics can do for family history research. Pomery outlines the DNA tests currently available with practical advice on how to choose the test that will be most effective for your personal research.

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The Family Tree Guide to Finding Your Ellis Island Ancestors

by Carmack

Carmack suggests tips and strategies for using the Ellis Island online database, advice on overcoming brickwall searches and the basic information needed for a successful search.

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The Official Guide to Family Tree Maker 2008

by Pedersen, Lord

This guide will help Family Tree Maker uses learn to use the software program and it's most popular features effectively.

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Online Resources

New methods, organizations and more.

Must-see Websites for Genealogists
Genealogy in Cuyahoga County
Genealogy Beyond Cuyahoga County
Your Immigrant Ancestor
Making Connections
Premium Genealogy Resources
(FREE to Library Cardholders)

Must- Have Forms

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What's New

Genealogy Help Sessions:

Clan Diggers

Free genealogical help and guidance provided by members of the Greater Cleveland Genealogy Society is available on the 2nd floor of the Fairview Park Branch Library on the 2nd Saturday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Upcoming dates:

14 April 2012
12 May 2012
9 June 2012
11 August 2012
8 September 2012
13 October 2012
10 November 2012

Genealogy Tips & Tricks

Cuyahoga County Public Library’s Genealogy Specialist,
Joni Mihelich, will be available to answer your genealogy questions, offer genealogy assistance or help in scaling a brick wall at the following branches and times:

Solon Branch Library

Thursday, April 26, 2012 2:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Walk-ins are welcome!