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Genealogy Series: DNA Workshop: Beyond Ancestry

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Genealogy Series with the Marin County Genealogical Society

Join us for our Genealogy Series, hosted by the Marin County Genealogical Society.

This is a hands-on workshop – Ideally, participants should have DNA test results. Each participant will be working on a laptop or tablet of their own as we walk through the basics of using DNA test results to advance their genealogy. 15 people maximum.

We will work with 23 and me, FamilyTreeDNA, Gedmatch, DNA Painter, and MyHeritage.

Presented by genealogists from the Marin County Genealogical Society.

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Genealogy Series: DNA Workshop: Ancestry DNA

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Genealogy Series with the Marin County Genealogical Society

Join us for our Genealogy Series, hosted by the Marin County Genealogical Society.

This is a hands-on workshop –  ideally, participants should have Ancestry DNA test results. Each participant will be working on a laptop or tablet of their own as we walk through the basics of using Ancestry DNA. 15 people maximum.

Participants will:

  • Review their Ethnicity Estimate and DNA Communities
  • Learn how to connect their DNA to a family tree
  • Create Color Coded – Custom DNA Groups
  • Review matches and shared matches

Presented by genealogists from the Marin County Genealogical Society.

Upcoming workshops:

June 14 — DNA Workshop: Beyond Ancestry

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Genealogy Series: DNA Testing: Beyond Ancestry

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Genealogy Series with the Marin County Genealogical Society

Join us for our Genealogy Series, hosted by the Marin County Genealogical Society.

Learn about the other DNA testing sites and why you will want to consider testing or transferring your existing test. We will cover 23 and me, FamilyTreeDNA, Gedmatch, and MyHeritage. Additionally, there are several third party websites that provide valuable tools for your DNA Analysis.  

Presented by genealogists from the Marin County Genealogical Society.

Upcoming workshops:

May 10 — DNA Workshop: Ancestry DNA
June 14 — DNA Workshop: Beyond Ancestry

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Genealogy Series: DNA Testing: Ancestry.com

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Genealogy Series with the Marin County Genealogical Society

Join us for our Genealogy Series, hosted by the Marin County Genealogical Society.

You’ve tested your DNA at Ancestry.com, now learn what it all means. Your DNA will unlock a wealth of information about you and your ancestors. Your ethnicity often includes regional detail and modern migration information. You will have 1000s of DNA matches to research – people who share a common ancestor with you, some quite recent and some will be distant, Ancestry has tools to help you discover how you connect.

Presented by genealogists from the Marin County Genealogical Society.

Upcoming workshops:

April 12 — DNA Testing: Beyond Ancestry
May 10 — DNA Workshop: Ancestry DNA
June 14 — DNA Workshop: Beyond Ancestry

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Ranger Storytime – Cuentos con guardabosques

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A ranger from One Tam will join us to share nature-related storybooks and songs, as well as information about the flora and fauna of our local open spaces.

Un guardabosques de One Tam nos compartirán cuentos y canciones relacionados con la naturaleza, así como información sobre la flora y la fauna de nuestros recursos naturales locales.

A photo of the Tam Van, a camper style van, with tables set up featuring photos and nature exhibits.

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CLOSED—Martin King Luther, Jr. Day

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All library branches are closed in observance of Martin King Luther, Jr. Day. We reopen on Tuesday, Jan 17.

Todas las surcusales de la biblioteca permanecen cerradas en observancia del Día de Martin Luther King, Jr. Reiniciando labores el marte, 17 de enero.

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Books Beyond Borders

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For 5th-8th graders
Second Wednesday at 4pm

To sign up, please email Lea at lea.aschkenas@cityofsanrafael.org or call 415-485-3336.

Like reading? Like learning about life in other places and times? We’ve got just the club for you! Join us for our Books Beyond Borders book club in which we’ll travel through time and place to better understand our present world. Each month, read the selected book (limited free copies available, otherwise check yours out at the library) and then we’ll meet to discuss it, sample some related food and maybe music, and do a fun related craft or writing activity. Occasional special guests will include the book’s author or a visitor from the culture or time we’ve read about.

In person outside the Pickleweed Library, weather and public health situations permitting.

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Books Beyond Borders

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For 5th-8th graders
Second Wednesday at 4pm

To sign up, please email Lea at lea.aschkenas@cityofsanrafael.org or call 415-485-3336.

Like reading? Like learning about life in other places and times? We’ve got just the club for you! Join us for our Books Beyond Borders book club in which we’ll travel through time and place to better understand our present world. Each month, read the selected book (limited free copies available, otherwise check yours out at the library) and then we’ll meet to discuss it, sample some related food and maybe music, and do a fun related craft or writing activity. Occasional special guests will include the book’s author or a visitor from the culture or time we’ve read about.

In person outside the Pickleweed Library, weather and public health situations permitting.

Soul Lanterns by Shaw Kuzki

May 3Code Talker, by Joseph Bruchac

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Books Beyond Borders

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For 5th-8th graders
Second Wednesday at 4pm

To sign up, please email Lea at lea.aschkenas@cityofsanrafael.org or call 415-485-3336.

Like reading? Like learning about life in other places and times? We’ve got just the club for you! Join us for our Books Beyond Borders book club in which we’ll travel through time and place to better understand our present world. Each month, read the selected book (limited free copies available, otherwise check yours out at the library) and then we’ll meet to discuss it, sample some related food and maybe music, and do a fun related craft or writing activity. Occasional special guests will include the book’s author or a visitor from the culture or time we’ve read about.

In person outside the Pickleweed Library, weather and public health situations permitting.

Extra Credit by Andrew Clements

April 5Soul Lanterns, by Shaw Kuzki

May 3The Kaya Girl, by Mamle Wolo

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Books Beyond Borders

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For 5th-8th graders
Second Wednesday at 4pm

To sign up, please email Lea at lea.aschkenas@cityofsanrafael.org or call 415-485-3336.

Like reading? Like learning about life in other places and times? We’ve got just the club for you! Join us for our Books Beyond Borders book club in which we’ll travel through time and place to better understand our present world. Each month, read the selected book (limited free copies available, otherwise check yours out at the library) and then we’ll meet to discuss it, sample some related food and maybe music, and do a fun related craft or writing activity. Occasional special guests will include the book’s author or a visitor from the culture or time we’ve read about.

In person outside the Pickleweed Library, weather and public health situations permitting.

The other half of happy by Rebecca Balcarcel

March 1Extra Credit, by Andrew Clements

April 5Soul Lanterns, by Shaw Kuzki

May 3Code Talker, by Joseph Bruchac

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  • 4th Street Pop-Up Library

    Hours
    Sun: 10:00-5:00
    Mon: 10:00-7:00
    Tues: 10:00-7:00
    Weds: 10:00-7:00
    Thurs: 10:00-5:00
    Fri: 10:00-5:00
    Sat: 10:00-5:00

    Contact
    (415) 485-3323

    Address
    1009 4th Street
    San Rafael, CA 94901

  • Pickleweed Library

    Hours
    Sun: closed
    Mon: 10:00-5:00
    Tues: 10:00-5:00
    Weds: 12:00-7:00
    Thurs: 10:00-5:00
    Fri: 10:00-5:00
    Sat: 10:00-5:00

    Contact
    (415) 485-3483

    Address
    50 Canal Street
    San Rafael, CA 94901

  • Northgate Library

    Hours
    Sun: closed
    Mon: closed
    Tues: 12:00-7:00
    Weds: 10:00-5:00
    Thurs: 10:00-5:00
    Fri: 10:00-5:00
    Sat: 10:00-5:00

    Contact
    (415) 890-5670

    Address
    5800 Northgate Drive Ste. 083
    San Rafael, CA 94903


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