Monday, September 27, 2010

Allen County Library To Host 3-Day Genealogy Program

The Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne will hold a 3-day program, "Start Sharing The News! A Celebration of Collaboration" on Friday, October 29 through Sunday, October 31.

On Friday, October 29 From 5:30 to 8 pm at the historical Baker Street Train Station, there will be a welcoming dinner, and then Curt Witcher will present a program, "How The Genealogy Center in Fort Wayne Became A National Tourist Attraction." Dinner attendees will also be able to attend the library's Midnight Madness extended research hours.

On Saturday, October 30 from 9 am to 5 pm in the library's Meeting Room AB, there will be several programs offered, including how to use Flickr, WeRelate.org, Facebook, etc. to share your genealogy data.

On Saturday, October 31 from 9:45 to 11:45 am, attendees will meet at Lindenwood Cemetery in Fort Wayne for a guided tour of this historic cemetery, one of the oldest in Fort Wayne.

The cost for all 3 days is $25. Visit http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/genealogy/programs.html for the brochure and registration information.

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