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Mingle and share with fellow researchers as you uncover the details of your ancestry at this event by the Library and Summit Co. Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society. No registration necessary.
Library staff and representatives of Summit OGS and DAR will offer consultation and membership information. A mini Getting Started class and tour will start at 6:45. Refreshments and door prizes will be provided. Parking is free in the High/Market Street Parking Deck at 40 S. High Street if you enter after 6:00.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Genealogy |
TAGS: | Special Collections | Genealogy | Family Tree | family history |
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