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Family History Week 15th - 20th January 2007

To liven up the dreary days of January, Borough of Poole libraries are running a family history week with displays, surgeries and workshops.

There will be something for everyone, from beginners to more experienced researchers. So why not come along to have a browse or sign up for one of the workshops.
 
Events at Poole Central Library:
 
Monday 15 January – Friday 19 January, 10.00 am – 3.00 pm 
Display and advice from the Dorset Family History Society
 
Tuesday 16 January, 10.00 am – 12.30am
Workshop - Organising your family history *

Tuesday 16 January, 1.30 pm – 4.00 pm
Workshop - Writing up your family history *
  
Saturday 20th January, 10.30am – 12.30 pm   
Workshop – Family history for starters *

Saturday 20th January, 10.00 am – 2.30pm
Free drop-in family history surgery with the Somerset and Dorset Family History Society
 
 * Please book your place for the workshops at Central Library Enquiry desk or ring 01202 262421. All workshops have a charge of £2 per person.
 
Events at Broadstone Library:
 
Tuesday 16th and Thursday 18th Jan, 10.00am - 2.30pm
Free drop-in family history surgeries with the Somerset and Dorset Family History Society
   
Cllr Elaine Atkinson, Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Community Support, said: “Researching family history is a fun and exciting way for people to find out about their heritage. I am sure many people would like to attempt this but don’t know where to start. These workshops are an ideal opportunity to get some advice and guidance.”

Jenny Oliver, Reading and Learning Librarian, Culture and Community Services, Borough of Poole, Tel no: 01202 262434