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We offer a variety of classes each month taught by amazing presenters. There just might be one listed below that you’ve been waiting for. Check it out; there’s no sign-up necessary. If you cannot attend in person, join us on zoom: https://zoom.us/j/95589561172?pwd=ZHVjdC9HZ1d2QUx1TDJtZnpaY0ZkQT09.
We offer a variety of classes each month taught by amazing presenters. There just might be one listed below that you’ve been waiting for. Check it out; there’s no sign-up necessary. If you cannot attend in person, join us on zoom: https://zoom.us/j/95589561172?pwd=ZHVjdC9HZ1d2QUx1TDJtZnpaY0ZkQT09.
The FamilySearch Center will host the following classes during January.  Note: each Thursday evening at 7:30, Shaunese Luthy & Shelley Strand are certified genealogists who are available to help individuals to learn to research their family history. No appointment needed.
The FamilySearch Center will host the following classes during February 5th - February 11th
Classes are free to attend. We hope you will come and bring a friend.  


Thursday, January 18, 6:00 pm, Michael Buck will be teaching “How do I preserve all that digital data I’ve collected.” Michael worked at FamilySearch for 15 years and has acquired a great deal of facts, information and skills from his experience. How do you maintain your digital data? If you need help and new ideas, this class is for you.
“Stop Wasting Your Time on Searches”
Most people do not have hours to search for things on FamilySearch. Van Celaya will show you fast and accurate ways to do research on FamilySearch. It will save you time and produce the results you need. Van Celaya worked for a major technology company for over 35 years. He has been doing genealogy since the age of 12 and has taught family history to over 53,000 people. Van works for BYU as an instructor and teaches webinars to people all over the world. This class will not be zoomed.
Teacher: Van Celaya 
Date: Wednesday, February 7th
Time: 1 pm


Thursday, January 18, 7:30 pm, Shelly Strand/Shaunese Luthy will be teaching an aspect of family history, answering questions and helping individuals with personal needs. Join them and learn the most efficient way to research your family. Shelly and Shaunese both have degrees in family history and genealogy.
“Announcement Announcement: Obituaries and Death Notices”
Shelly and Shaunese have degrees in family history and genealogy.Their class starts in Classroom A. You will learn how to find death certificates and obituaries and all the information you can obtain from them.  After the class, they will be able to help you with any research questions you might have in our computer room.  
Teacher: Shelly Strand and Shaunese Luthy
Date: Thursday, February 8th
Time: 7:30 pm


Saturday, January 20 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm - NO CLASS SCHEDULED
Come visit and enjoy the FamilySearch Center; we’d love to see you!
Tuesday, January 23, 10:30 am, Rose Nyman will be teaching “Fun with Photos Using My Heritage.” Rose is an artist and photographer. You will be amazed at the beautiful ways she portrays her family through her paintings and pictures. Come learn how you can turn your photos into lasting, treasured memories. Rose is the Temple and Family History Leader for her Ward and works at the FamilySearch Center.
Wednesday, January 24, 1:00 pm, NO CLASS SCHEDULED
Come anyway; we are open 9:00 am to 9 pm and here to help!
Thursday, January 25, 6:00 pm, Olivia Jewell will be teaching “Using the Marco Polo App for Family History.” The purpose of Marco Polo is helping people feel close. What a great way to learn more about deceased ancestors through existing family while becoming closer to them as well. Olivia is the founder of the Family Connections Experiment, a project focused on connecting families past and present and measuring the psychological benefits of increasing those connections. She is a professional presenter for genealogy and other educational conferences and her technological experience will simplify your learning about Marco Polo and how it can benefit your family history.
Thursday, January 25, 7:30 pm, Shelly Strand/Shaunese Luthy always have an interesting aspect of family history to teach. They both have degrees in family history and genealogy. Come and get your personal questions answered and assistance with your family search from these professional genealogists. If you join them, you will learn the most efficient way to research your family.
Saturday, January 27 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm - NO CLASS SCHEDULED
Come visit and enjoy the FamilySearch Center; we’d love to see you!
Wednesday, January 31, 1:00 pm - "Introduction to FamilySearch" - Steve Lowry


Multi-Stake Fireside: “THE FAMILY HISTORY GUIDE”
Bob Ives, the creator of the “The Family History Guide” is bringing his team and presenting how this guide can help you in any aspect of your Family History work. From the beginner to the expert, there is something for everyone. Come Follow Me helps, how to interpret your DNA, Family Activities, how to use Ancestry, My Heritage, and Find my Past sites are just a few things you can learn about.
DATE: Sunday, February 11th
TIME: 6 pm
WHERE: Payson Stake Center
650 W 800 S


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Class Reminders for the week of October 31st through November 2nd at the Payson FamilySearch Center

We offer a variety of classes each month taught by amazing presenters. There just might be one listed below that you’ve been waiting for. Check it out; there’s no sign-up necessary. If you cannot attend in person, join us on zoom: https://zoom.us/j/95589561172?pwd=ZHVjdC9HZ1d2QUx1TDJtZnpaY0ZkQT09. The FamilySearch Center will host the following classes during February 5th - February 11th Classes are free to attend. We hope you will come and bring a friend.

“Stop Wasting Your Time on Searches” Most people do not have hours to search for things on FamilySearch. Van Celaya will show you fast and accurate ways to do research on FamilySearch. It will save you time and produce the results you need. Van Celaya worked for a major technology company for over 35 years. He has been doing genealogy since the age of 12 and has taught family history to over 53,000 people. Van works for BYU as an instructor and teaches webinars to people all over the world. This class will not be zoomed. Teacher: Van Celaya Date: Wednesday, February 7th Time: 1 pm

“Announcement Announcement: Obituaries and Death Notices” Shelly and Shaunese have degrees in family history and genealogy.Their class starts in Classroom A. You will learn how to find death certificates and obituaries and all the information you can obtain from them. After the class, they will be able to help you with any research questions you might have in our computer room. Teacher: Shelly Strand and Shaunese Luthy Date: Thursday, February 8th Time: 7:30 pm


Multi-Stake Fireside: “THE FAMILY HISTORY GUIDE” Bob Ives, the creator of the “The Family History Guide” is bringing his team and presenting how this guide can help you in any aspect of your Family History work. From the beginner to the expert, there is something for everyone. Come Follow Me helps, how to interpret your DNA, Family Activities, how to use Ancestry, My Heritage, and Find my Past sites are just a few things you can learn about. DATE: Sunday, February 11th TIME: 6 pm WHERE: Payson Stake Center 650 W 800 S




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Connect - Family Trees on FamilySearch

There are handouts with each of these previous courses that helps a person learn an appropriate way to build, discover different pedigree views and correct any mistakes in your tree. This foundational course will teach how you and your patrons can collaboratively build a family tree.

Class Handouts
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Connect - How to Introduce FamilySearch

Are you helping others start their family history? These handouts help you teach a person where to start, or restart, in FamilySearch.

Class Handouts
Class Handout 1
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Connect - Family Trees on FamilySearch

This handout helps how to build, discover different pedigree views and correct any mistakes in your tree while showing how to build a family tree.

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Connect - Stories Make Our Ancestors Come Alive

Everyone has a story. Can you help others capture their family stories? These stories can be written by themselves or told from a relative. They can also be found in a journal or newspaper. These handouts explore how to help others record their family members memories.

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Connect - Basic Searching in FamilySearch.org

This class covers how to use the search menu in FamilySearch to add record sources to your FamilyTree.

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Center Hours
Payson FamilySearch Center
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Tuesday-Thursday 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Center Directors
Bob and Kris Bloomer
955 W 450 S
Payson, UT 84651
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