Genealogy & Computer Technology 

Researching Genealogy: Offline Records & Beginning Genealogy
Judy Deeter

People often want to learn more about their ancestors, but do not know how or where to search for family information.  This workshop is a two-part introduction to genealogical research.  It is a “how-to-start” class for individuals new to the field of genealogy.
*  The first session, titled “Genealogy: Where Do I Begin?”, will cover rules and tools used to research family history.   Class participants will learn how to link generations of ancestors to themselves.  There will be a review of various types of historical and genealogical records, who created the records, the type of information contained in the records and how to document facts about ancestors.
*  The second workshop class is “End of Life Records.”   Several types of records are created when a person dies.  This session covers how to locate records of deceased individuals and what the records contain.
Age: 12 - Adult
Class Fee: $25 per 2-day class
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Dates: August 17 & 24, 2021 or
​             October 12 & 19, 2021
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Judy Deeter
Judy Deeter is a local historian writer and genealogist. She is the President of the Troy Historical Society and President Emeritus of the Overfield Tavern Museum in Troy. She has been involved in the fields of local history and genealogy for more than 25 years. She has written historical stories for both newspapers and online. Currently writes articles for the Troy Tribune and online for the My Miami County website. She previously resided in Southern California where she served as President of the South Orange County California Genealogical Society, the Lineage Chairman for the California State Society Daughters of the American Revolution and was a volunteer at the Pacific Southwest Region Branch of the National Archives.

Online Genealogy: Beyond Ancestry.com
Barbara Moore

There are many excellent online websites to help you trace your family history besides ancestry.com. Many are free and best of all - they're open 24 hours a day. New information is being posted daily. Learn about specialized websites that help you find information based on specific geographic locations, ethnic backgrounds, occupations, and more. Learn about genealogy focused search engines and web portals. Also includes tips to filter Google results for genealogy and how to use Google to find photos of your relatives. Students will receive a disk loaded with links and resources. No need to bring anything. Suitable for computer beginners.
​Age: Adult
Class Fee: $40 per 2 1/2 hour class
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Day & Date: Wednesday, August 25, 2021 or
​                          Thursday, October 14, 2021

Fix Your Digital Photos for Beginners
Barbara Moore

Now that you've taken photos. . . How do you improve them? Brighten them? Crop them? Fix red-eye? Using inexpensive image editing software, you'll learn how to: Remove red-eye from photos, resize and crop your images, add text and other graphics, delete parts of the image, use tonal controls to change the brightness and contrast, do simple repairs to remove scratches and discolorations. Students will also learn how to use fun effects.
Age: Adult
Class Fee: $40 per 2 1/2 hour class
Day: Tuesday 
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Date: August 10, 2021

Things I Wish I Knew About Computers
Barbara Moore

Whether you’re a beginner or advanced, folks have questions about computers. Come to this fun, lively session to get answers to those pesky questions in plain language. Let's take the mystery out of computers! How does it work? Will I break it? how do I stay safe on the internet? What's social media and is it safe? What to do when you're stuck. Students do not need to bring anything to class. Complete handouts provided.
Age: Adult
Class Fee: $40 per 2 1/2 hour class
Day & Date: Thursday, August 19, 2021 or
​                         Wednesday, October 6, 2021
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

EBay Basics
Barbara Moore

Clean out the garage - Learn the basics of eBay to get you started buying and selling. Buying covers... how to find items, how to bid on them, and how to pay for them. Want to sell? Learn how to list an item, value pricing, who pays for shipping, and how to complete the deal.
Age: Adult
Class Fee: $40 per 2 - hour class
Day & Date: Tuesday, September 21, 2021 
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

How to Make Photo Books - Great for Gifts
Barbara Moore

Its easier than you might think to make a professional looking book from your photos using your computer. Photo Books make a great keepsake and are wonderful gifts. Learn how to make your own - step by step from choosing, uploading, and organizing photos; adding backgrounds, text and embellishments; and ordering your finished book.  See example books, learn about costs, websites to use, and how to find coupons. No need to bring anything. Suitable for computer beginners.
Age: Adult
Class Fee: $40 per 2 1/2 hour class
Day & Date: Thursday, November 4, 2021 
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Barbara Moore

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​Barbara Moore is a computer "geek" that can teach you technology in normal every day English. Computers don't need to be confusing. ​