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== '''Class Schedule''' ==
== '''Class Schedule''' ==


=== <u>Learning the Basics Can Be Fun!</u> ===
=== <u>Information Is There Just For The Taking:  The Value of "HINTS"</u> ===
This small class environment will allow participants to learn basic techniques of Family Search in order to better preserve their family history.  The class will be hands-on, which allows for better learning. We will cover basic information related to Family Search which will allow users to get started researching their family tree.  If you are a beginner, this class is for you.
 
'''Class limit:'''  9 participants
 
Thursday, May 4, 2017  6:30pm - 8:00pm
 
'''Seating is limited, only those registered will have a reserved seat.'''  '''To Register:'''  Call 360-944-5773 during our open hours (see above) or email:  [mailto:WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net]
 
=== <u>Your Family Tree:  How to View, Change, and Add Sources</u> ===
Participants will learn how to use the various viewing features found in FamilySearch Family Tree.  They will also learn how to change information in their Family Tree.  If time permits, we will also discuss how to appropriately add sources to document your ancestor's life and history in Family Tree.
 
'''This class will be held:''' 
 
Thursday, April 27, 2017 6:30pm - 8:00pm
 
'''Seating is limited, only those registered will have a reserved seat.'''  '''To Register:'''  Call 360-944-5773 during our open hours (see above) or email:  [mailto:WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net]
 
=== '''<u>INFORMATION IS THERE JUST FOR THE TAKING:  The Value of "HINTS"</u>''' ===
You will learn several ways to find "hints" for your ancestors.  You may see the various ways these "hints" bring you closer to understanding who your ancestors were,  where they came from and possible surprises .  Participants will learn how to attach these "hints" properly and how this verifies information on your site.
You will learn several ways to find "hints" for your ancestors.  You may see the various ways these "hints" bring you closer to understanding who your ancestors were,  where they came from and possible surprises .  Participants will learn how to attach these "hints" properly and how this verifies information on your site.


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'''Seating is limited, only those registered will have a reserved seat.'''  '''To Register:'''  Call 360-944-5773 during our open hours (see above) or email:  [mailto:WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net]
'''Seating is limited, only those registered will have a reserved seat.'''  '''To Register:'''  Call 360-944-5773 during our open hours (see above) or email:  [mailto:WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net]


=== <u>SIMPLE TIPS FOR EASIER FAMILY HISTORY WORK</u> ===
=== <u>Simple Tips For Easier Family History Work</u> ===
In this class Participants will learn how to find records, the importance of documenting your ancestors information, working with others on your line, merging duplicates and the value of Tree Seek.
In this class Participants will learn how to find records, the importance of documenting your ancestors information, working with others on your line, merging duplicates and the value of Tree Seek.


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'''Seating is limited, only those registered will have a reserved seat.'''  '''To Register:'''  Call 360-944-5773 during our open hours (see above) or email:  [mailto:WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net]
'''Seating is limited, only those registered will have a reserved seat.'''  '''To Register:'''  Call 360-944-5773 during our open hours (see above) or email:  [mailto:WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net]


=== <u>UNTAPPED RESOURCES:  Take advantage Of Sources On Family Search That In The Past May Have Been Hidden From You</u> ===
=== <u>Untapped Resources:  Take advantage Of Sources On Family Search That In The Past May Have Been Hidden From You</u> ===
This class will discuss 70% of documents on Family Search that you may have never known exist, where they are or how to find them.  
This class will discuss 70% of documents on Family Search that you may have never known exist, where they are or how to find them.  


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'''Seating is limited, only those registered will have a reserved seat.'''  '''To Register:'''  Call 360-944-5773 during our open hours (see above) or email:  [mailto:WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net]
'''Seating is limited, only those registered will have a reserved seat.'''  '''To Register:'''  Call 360-944-5773 during our open hours (see above) or email:  [mailto:WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net]


=== <u>HOW CAN I MAKE MY FAMILY SEARCH EFFORTS MORE EFFECTIVE?</u> ===
=== <u>How Can I Make My Family Search Efforts More Effective?</u> ===
This class will help you get organized, identify your family lines, form a strategy and teach how to use Family Search tools.
This class will help you get organized, identify your family lines, form a strategy and teach how to use Family Search tools.


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'''Seating is limited, only those registered will have a reserved seat.'''  '''To Register:'''  Call 360-944-5773 during our open hours (see above) or email:  [mailto:WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net]
'''Seating is limited, only those registered will have a reserved seat.'''  '''To Register:'''  Call 360-944-5773 during our open hours (see above) or email:  [mailto:WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net WA_Vancouver@ldsmail.net]


'''MORE CLASSES WILL BE SCHEDULED STARTING IN SEPTEMBER - SEE YOU THEN'''
'''Please note:''' More classes will be scheduled starting in September - see you then!


== Staff Training Meetings  ==
== Staff Training Meetings  ==
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