Navigating History: Using Tech to Trace Your Roots
February 4 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Curious about your family history? Online tools can unlock incredible
stories—but only if you know how to search smart. Join archivists Robbie
Terman and Laura Gottlieb for a three-part Zoom series packed with practical
tips to make genealogy research easier and more rewarding.
**Session 1: February 4, 2026 @ 10:00 AM**
**Navigating Newspapers**
Old newspapers are full of hidden gems. Learn how to dig through digital
archives and find the headlines that matter to your family story.
**Session 2: February 11, 2026 @ 10:00 AM**
**Navigating Archives**
Archives hold treasures you won’t find anywhere else. Discover what’s inside,
how to access it and how to search like a pro.
**Session 3: February 18, 2026 @ 10:00 AM**
**Navigating Online Genealogy Tools**
Ready to explore your roots? Whether you’re just starting out or want to
sharpen your skills, get hands-on tips for using popular genealogy sites and
uncovering meaningful connections.
**Cost:** $18 (FREE for Friends of the Jampel Center)
**Registration required.**
View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14114
Click here to join the livestream. https://jfmd-org.zoom.us/j/81013766256?pwd=H87lBcXFlJTbw5PcKH5AD4479u2Bqt.1