Local History Workshops

The Local History Department offers a variety of hands-on workshops that teach basic and advanced techniques in genealogical research as well as book repair and conservation. The cost of workshops vary. Advance registration is required for all courses. Check back in the spring for the next series of workshops. All classes are taught in English.

The following workshops are offered by the Plainfield Public Library. Check the Library's Event Calendar for upcoming sessions. All workshops will be marked with a lavender box in the Event Type field.

Genealogy All classes are free. Advance registration is required. Register in person; by phone at (908) 757-1111, ext. 136; email; or mail in the registration form provided below. These workshops are geared to the general public and those interested in engaging in focused genealogy research.
Climbing Your Family Tree: Genealogy for Beginners This workshop is for people new to researching their family heritage. Classroom size is limited to 12.	April 3, 2012 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM	REGISTRATION
Getting Started with Ancestry Library Edition This hands-on workshop will demonstrate how to use the online database, Ancestry.com. Participants will be provided online access to Ancestry Library Edition through laptop computers. Class size is limited to 12. Basic computer skills are required.	April 24, 2012 10:30 AM to Noon	REGISTRATION
Getting Started with FamilySearch.org This hands-on workshop will demonstrate how to use this online resources for genealogical research. Participants will be provided online access through laptop computers. Class size is limited to 12. Basic computer skills are required.	May 22, 2012 10:30 AM to Noon	REGISTRATION