Genealogy

Genealogy Databases

Ancestry Library Edition

Unlock the story of your family with sources like censuses, vital records, immigration records, family histories, military records, court and legal documents, directories, photos, maps and more.

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MyHeritage Library Edition

The most comprehensive global genealogy resource for libraries with billions of historical documents & remote access.

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Upcoming Events

Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am

Richmond

Library Branch: Richmond

Room: Main Floor Community Room #142

Age Group: Preschool

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

We promote preschool literacy with conversation, parachute play, music, movement, and picture books. Activities end with stations (occasionally preschool crafts). It may get messy—please dress appropriately! Meant for ages 3-5.

Berea Woodcarvers

10:00am - 12:00pm

Berea

Library Branch: Berea

Room: Fireplace Area

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational, Entertainment

Event Details:

Stop by the Berea Location to watch the Berea Woodcarver Group in action, hear some great stories, and learn a thing or two about wood carving.

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Accessibility

For special assistance during a library program, please contact the library at least 72 hours before the scheduled event.

TAG Presents: Cryptid Hunt

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Berea

Library Branch: Berea

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Educational, Entertainment

Event Details:

Join our Teen Advisory Group (TAG) in the search for cryptids!

Teen Scene: Cryptids Across Kentucky

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Richmond

Library Branch: Richmond

Room: Main Floor Community Room #142

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Educational, Entertainment, Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Marie Mitchell and Mason Smith, former journalists, explore Kentucky’s eerie sightings in their book Paranormal Kentucky.

Open Studio

5:00pm - 7:30pm

Berea

Library Branch: Berea

Room: Creative Studio

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational, Arts & Crafts, Technology Classes, Workshop

Open Studio

The Joan Kleine Creative Studio is open for everyone! Whether you're working with our equipment, bringing in your own projects, or just want to see what's happening at the studio, drop on by for our open hours!

Maker Space Crash Course: Embroidery Machine

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Richmond

Library Branch: Richmond

Room: Makerspace

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Educational, How To, Technology Classes, Workshop

Event Details:

Crash Course is a weekly introduction to the machines and equipment housed in the Makerspace and will include basic operations, materials selection, and even resources to start your very own project.

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