Thursday, April 30
10:00 PM UTC

Digital Genealogy Tools

Trainer:
Johnny Hernandez

Date and Time

Thursday, April 30
10:00 PM UTC
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Class Description

You don’t have to be a genealogy expert to find out about your family’s history! Numerous websites and platforms now make it possible to start learning about your ancestors from home. In this lecture, we’ll discuss some of the most popular and explore their features. We’ll also talk about how to access free resources, including those available from many public libraries, and explore websites offering tips and guides to creating your own digital family tree.

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Trainer:
Johnny Hernandez

With a background in communications, Johnny worked in television production and print journalism fields until he made “the best career change” to become a Technology Trainer for Senior Planet in 2019. A retired musician of 30+ years, Johnny is also passionate about music and feels that drumming has kept him young at heart and healthy all around. Johnny combines his passions for technology education and music at Senior Planet. You can find him teaching Drum Circle and many technology lectures and demos online! 

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