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=== Center Contacts and Hours  ===


'''Location &amp;&nbsp;Map:'''


#''7155 South 540 East''''Midvale, UT 84047'''''
'''The Midvale Utah Union Fort FamilySearch Center services the Midvale, and Union Fort areas including Cottonwood Heights, Holladay, Sandy, and Murray.'''
#Please use North Door.&nbsp; Ring upper door bell for access.
===<u>Center Contacts and Hours</u>  ===
#Come straight in and turn right and Library is first door on right.  
#''(Link to map using ''[http://maps.google.com Google]''&nbsp;or other map sites)''


'''Phone:''' 801-569-1621
Normal hours are:  


'''E-mail:''' <br>
Monday              9AM-5PM


'''Open Hours:'''
Tuesday            9AM-9PM


Monday &amp; Friday 8:45am to 5:00pm
Wednesday  9AM-9PM


Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:45am to 9:00pm
Thursday       9AM-9PM


'''Holiday Schedule:'''
Friday                9AM-5PM


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Saturday        9AM-2PM
 
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=== Calendar and Events  ===
Sunday      By Appointment


==== Upcoming Events  ====


=== Class Schedule:  ===


<u>Classes Beginning in September</u>


Beginning Computer (4 week course)<br>See inside a computer; learn it’s parts and what they do. Learn keyboarding,<br>mouse, and data entry in Microsoft Word.<br>Fri. Sep. 9,16, 23, 30 10:00 a.m. Instructor: L. Hadfield
'''Location &amp; Map:'''


Beginning Indexing and Practice Session (1 ½ hour class)<br>Join other volunteers in indexing records for the Church. Each project page<br>can be completed in about 45 min. To register, bring your membership number<br>or LDS Account user name and password.<br>Tue. Sep. 13 2:00 p.m.* Instructor: A. Chidester<br>Tue. Sep. 27 2:00 p.m.* Instructor: A. Chidester<br>*Note: Tue. 2:00 p.m. classes will be held in the Midvale North Stake, 97 W. 7500 S.
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Beginning new.FamilySearch (3 week course)<br>Hands-on help in getting started with new FamilySearch. Learn the power of<br>this inspired program that allows you to add &amp; edit your own info. and<br>collaborate with relatives as you prepare names for temple ordinances. (Bring<br>your LDS Account user name and password or membership number.)<br>Wed. Sep. 14, 21, 28 7:00 p.m. Instructors: C. Hoskisson, P. Losser
7155 South 540 East, Midvale, UT 84047


Find A Grave (new) (1 ½ hour class)<br>Come with me and visit a distant virtual cemetery. Find everyone in the<br>cemetery with the same surname and link the children, parents, grandparents.<br>Add photos and details about their lives for others to see.<br>Thur. Sep. 8 1:00 p.m. Instructor: K. Beers
Phone: 801-569-1621


Hands-on Roots Magic (new) (3 week course)<br>Actual exercises to become confident in using Roots Magic and learning how to<br>do all the operations. (Pre-requisite: comfortable with computer and own Roots<br>Magic or have taken beginning class.)<br>Tue. Sep. 13, 20, 27 1:00 p.m. Instructor: A. Dailey
Please use North Door. If door is locked, ring upper door bell for access.


MacFamilyTree (new) (3 week course)<br>Finally, a genealogy application for the Mac! Enter data on your Mac computer.<br>Create reports, collaborate with relatives, and integrate with new.FamilySearch.<br>Mon. Sep. 12,19, 26 2:00 p.m. Instructor: G. Vincent
Come straight in and turn right and Center is first door on right.-


Training for New Family History Center Staff (2 evening course)<br>This is a delightful opportunity to learn the wonderful resources and tools<br>available to serve others in the Center. Come join our staff.<br>Thur. Sep. 8, Fri. Sep. 9 7:00 p.m. Instructor: A. Neff
'''Center Director:''' Trenton Jensen 891-815-3331 [mailto:trenton.jensenlds@gmail.com Email Trenton] trenton.jensenlds@gmail.com
 
Ward Consultant Training (new) (3 week course)<br>What do I do? When do I do it? Where do I get help? Why am I doing it?<br>Thur. Sep. 22, 29, Oct. 6 7:00 p.m. Instructor: A. Whittle
 
<u>Classes Beginning in October</u>
 
Beginning Indexing and Practice Session (1 ½ hour class)<br>(See description previous page)<br>Tue. Oct. 11 2:00 p.m.* Instructor: A. Chidester<br>Tue. Oct. 25 2:00 p.m.* Instructor: A. Chidester
 
Beginning new.FamilySearch (3 week course)<br>Hands-on help in getting started with new FamilySearch. Learn the power of<br>this inspired program that allows you to add &amp; edit your own info. and<br>collaborate with relatives as you prepare names for temple ordinances. (Bring<br>your LDS Account user name and password or membership number.)<br>Mon. Oct. 10, 17, 24 2:00 p.m. Instructors: G. Vincent &amp; M. Tripp
 
Beginning PAF (4 week course)<br>Includes data entry, making changes, printing, notes &amp; sources<br>(Need to be comfortable using the keyboard and mouse.)<br>Tue. Oct. 11,18, 25, Nov. 1 10:00 a.m.* Instructor: K. Jones<br>*Note: Tue. 10:00 a.m. classes will be held in the Midvale North Stake, 97 W. 7500 S.
 
FamilySearch Wiki (new) (3 week course)<br>Family history advice by the community. What is it? What does it mean to you?<br>How can it help you? Can you contribute?<br>Wed. Oct. 5, 12, 19 7:00 p.m. Instructor: D. Knox<br>Fri. Oct. 7, 14, 21 3:00 p.m. Instructor: D. Knox
 
Free Premium Databases (new) (1 ½ hour class)<br>Reach through the Portal of the Family History Center to use paid databases<br>for free (Ancestry, Godfrey Library, Footnote, Heritage Quest, etc.)<br>Thur. Oct. 13 7:00 p.m. Instructor: B. Johnson
 
Intermediate Computer (4 week course)<br>Discover the magic of using Microsoft Windows including file organization and<br>tips and tidbits for easier computer manipulation.<br>Fri. Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28 10:00 a.m. Instructor: L. Hadfield
 
Internet Family History – Beyond Searching (new) (3 week course)<br>Use the Internet to collaborate, document, source and communicate to grow<br>your family lines. Learn to build research logs on Google Docs, blogs and<br>websites using free Internet tools and an advanced Family History Program.<br>(Must be very familiar with the Internet and use PAF or similar program.)<br>Wed. Oct. 26, Nov. 2 , 9 7:00 p.m. Instructor: A. Neff
 
Newspaper Archives (new) (1 ½ hour class)<br>Get a glimpse of your grandmother’s life. Read her obituary, learn about who<br>came to visit, or where she was going on a trip. Small town newspapers kept a<br>close eye on the inhabitants. Their activities became the “talk of the town”.<br>Thur. Oct. 6 1:00 p.m. Instructor: K. Beers
 
Write Family Histories your children and grandchildren will read. (2 weeks)<br>It’s easier than you think. Clipart illustrations included. (new)<br>Thur. Oct. 27, Nov. 3 7:00 p.m. Instructor: J. Evans
 
Overview of Roots Magic (4 week course)<br>Winner of the FamilySearch award for “Easiest to Sync”, Roots Magic 4<br>genealogy software makes working with new.FamilySearch a breeze. Import<br>from PAF, new.FamilySearch, and other programs. Classes include demo. &amp;<br>hands-on practice. Come see if this is the genealogy program of your choice.<br>Thur. Oct. 6,13, 27, Nov. 3 7:00 p.m.* Instructor: S. Wells<br>*Note: Thur. 7:00 p.m. classes will be held in the Midvale North Stake, 97 W. 7500 S.
 
Priesthood Leadership Training (1 hour class)<br>Training for Priesthood Leaders responsible for Family History work, primarily<br>High Priest Group Leaders.<br>Thur. Oct. 13 7:30 p.m. Instructor: T. Stroud
 
=== Staff Training Meetings ===
 
1. Usually held on the third Thursday of the month in the Relief Society Room.
 
2.&nbsp; August topics are:&nbsp; MacFamily Tree, Advanced Geneology built for Mac; and Find a Grave.  


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=== Center Resources  ===
===<u>Classes</u>===  
 
==== Collections  ====
 
:*[https://www.familysearch.org/#form=catalog '''Family History Library Catalog:'''] This center has the ability to order any of the films and fiche available through the Family History Library Catalog.
:*''(List additional collections you have such as the types of books and microfilm you have on indefinite loan; though you will not want to list every single item you have. Just give visitors to this page a general idea of your resources.)''
 
==== Databases and Software  ====


:*[http://fhc.familysearch.org/ '''FHC Portal:'''] This center has access to the Family History Center Portal page which gives free access in the center to premium family history software and websites that generally charge for subscriptions. ''(Note to FHC: Not all FHCs have access to this portal. If you do not, you will want to remove this entire bullet. If you do have access to it, just remove this text in italics.)''
*Our Facebook page will be updated with all events as well as deals and discounts for FamilyTree 9 generation fan charts. Tips and tricks are also posted frequently. We can also answer any questions from our page.
 
*We offer a [http://www.unionfortfhc.org/finding/classes/ Research Tactics Class], both a daytime and an evening class in January and September. This class is designed for the serious-minded researcher; not a crash course for beginners, but advanced, comprehensive instruction for those desiring a solid foundation in Managing a Research Project in Family History. For additional information on the Research Tactics Class, you may call Sidney Wells at 801-641-0815 or email sidneykwells@comcast.net.
==== Hardware and Equipment&nbsp;:  ====
 
1.&nbsp;We have computers, printers, copying equipment, Microfishe readers.
 
2. Copies are .05 cents each.  


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===<u>Help for Beginners to Advanced</u>===
[[Image:Utahmidvalefortunionfhc4.JPG|right|300px|Utahmidvalefortunionfhc4.JPG]]


=== Center Services  ===
Come in to the center and spend some time with one of our consultants. See above for hours. For advanced researchers, we maintain a list of Specialties in which our staff members are qualified to assist you. Either come in and inquire for your needs or call the center at 801-569-1621 for more information. You are welcome to drop in at the FamilySearch Center any time we are open. Appointments are not needed. We have trained staff who can often answer your questions and help you with the concepts, skills, resources, etc. you need. Also, through the Church, we have Premium Internet Sites and Databases for which you would have to pay to use from your home.


==== Staff Research Specialties  ====
===<u>Center Resources</u>===


''(Include sections for any other services your center provides. Add additional sections for those services. See the [[Mesa Family History Center|Mesa]] and [[Logan Utah Family History Center|Logan]] FHC pages for examples.)''
====Databases and Software====
Access to the following premium databases are free at our FamilySearch Center:


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:*'''[http://find.galegroup.com/bncn/ The 19th Century British Library Newspapers digital archive]'''<br>This fully searchable database of the British Library's newspaper holdings provides a complete run of 48 national and regional Victorian British newspapers for the 19th century from 1800 to 1900. These support the study of colonial history, genealogical research, politics, urban studies, and media courses.
:*'''[http://alexanderstreet.com/ Alexander Street Press, American Civil War]'''<br>''[http://asp6new.alexanderstreet.com/cwdb/ Research Data]'': Contains indexed, searchable information on over 4 million soldiers and thousands of battles, together with 15,000 photographs. <br>''[http://solomon.cwld.alexanderstreet.com/ Letters and Diaries]'': Contains approximately 100,000 indexed pages of diaries, letters, and memoirs, including 4,000 pages of previously unpublished manuscripts, such as the letters of Amos Wood and his wife and the diary of Maryland planter William Claytor.<br>''[http://cpho.alexanderstreet.com/ Images, Photographs, Posters, and Ephemera]'': Provides a vivid history of the American Civil War with over 1,400 images.
:*'''American Ancestors'''- Library Rights.
:*'''[http://www.ancestry.com/ Ancestry.com]'''<br>Ancestry gives you access to thousands of collections of records from around the world, including immigration, census, voter, vital, and military records; newspapers and periodicals; family trees; photos and images; directories, maps, court, land, wills and financial records, stories, memories, and histories; and detailed records about births, marriages, deaths, land ownership, and much more. It is the largest for-profit genealogy company in the world. All FamilySearch centers have access to Ancestry.com Library Edition version through their [http://www.fhc.familysearch.org/ FamilySearch Center Portal] (effective 2/8/2011).
:*'''[http://www.arkivdigital.net ArkivDigital Online]'''<br>ArkivDigital is the largest private provider of Swedish Church Records and other historical records online! All images are newly photographed color images of the original documents.
:*'''FamNet'''
:*'''[http://www.findmypast.co.uk/ Findmypast]'''<br>Findmypast makes it easy to research your UK ancestry and create your family tree. Search census records and trace births, marriages, and deaths to bring your family history to life.<br>''1911 British Census (accessed through the Findmypast website)''–The 1911 UK Census is a record of everyone who lived in England and Wales in 1911. It provides a unique snapshot of the lives of those who lived at that time.
:*'''[http://www.fold3.com/ Fold3]'''<br>Search or browse millions of historical documents and photos. Fold3 has refocused their efforts on gathering the best online collection of military records and stories. The Fold3 name reflects military history and honor, since traditionally, the third fold in a flag-folding ceremony honors and remembers veterans for their sacrifice in defending their country and promoting peace in the world. See Using Fold3 at a FamilySearch Center for more information.
:*'''Geneanet'''
:*'''Kinpoint'''- Premium
:*'''MyHeritage-''' Library Edition
:*'''NewspaperArchive.com'''
:*'''Puzilla'''- Premium Services<br>


=== Resources in the Local Area<br> ===
====Hardware and Equipment====


''(This section is to highlight other resources in your area that will be helpful for individuals doing research there in your location, if there are any, such as government offices, historical societies, etc.)''
1. We have 31 computers, printers, scanners, copying equipment, and a Training Room with 15 computers and a large projection white smart board. (See photo above.)  


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2. Copies are 5 cents each for Black and White, and 25 cents each for color.


=== Links  ===
3. We have a Color Printer that '''Print a 17" X 24" Color Fan Chart for $4.00.''' Nine Generation Color chart is the most popular but the photo ones are also very popular. See TreeSeek.com for examples.


''(Include links to other websites of interest to those who visit your center such as links to the city, county and state wiki pages where your center is located.)''
===<u>Volunteer at the Center</u>===


We are in need of additional staff at our FamilySearch Center. If you are comfortable with a computer and available to volunteer for 3 hours per week, we would love to have you, and happy to help you learn additional skills. Please contact David Hopper at 385-212-4677 or email dwhopper@gmail.com.
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=== Volunteer at the Center  ===
''(Include information here about the volunteers you are looking for.)''

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The Midvale Utah Union Fort FamilySearch Center services the Midvale, and Union Fort areas including Cottonwood Heights, Holladay, Sandy, and Murray.

Center Contacts and Hours[edit | edit source]

Normal hours are:

Monday 9AM-5PM

Tuesday 9AM-9PM

Wednesday 9AM-9PM

Thursday 9AM-9PM

Friday 9AM-5PM

Saturday 9AM-2PM

Sunday By Appointment



Location & Map:

Location on Map

7155 South 540 East, Midvale, UT 84047

Phone: 801-569-1621

Please use North Door. If door is locked, ring upper door bell for access.

Come straight in and turn right and Center is first door on right.-

Center Director: Trenton Jensen 891-815-3331 Email Trenton trenton.jensenlds@gmail.com


Classes[edit | edit source]

  • Our Facebook page will be updated with all events as well as deals and discounts for FamilyTree 9 generation fan charts. Tips and tricks are also posted frequently. We can also answer any questions from our page.
  • We offer a Research Tactics Class, both a daytime and an evening class in January and September. This class is designed for the serious-minded researcher; not a crash course for beginners, but advanced, comprehensive instruction for those desiring a solid foundation in Managing a Research Project in Family History. For additional information on the Research Tactics Class, you may call Sidney Wells at 801-641-0815 or email sidneykwells@comcast.net.

Help for Beginners to Advanced[edit | edit source]

Utahmidvalefortunionfhc4.JPG

Come in to the center and spend some time with one of our consultants. See above for hours. For advanced researchers, we maintain a list of Specialties in which our staff members are qualified to assist you. Either come in and inquire for your needs or call the center at 801-569-1621 for more information. You are welcome to drop in at the FamilySearch Center any time we are open. Appointments are not needed. We have trained staff who can often answer your questions and help you with the concepts, skills, resources, etc. you need. Also, through the Church, we have Premium Internet Sites and Databases for which you would have to pay to use from your home.

Center Resources[edit | edit source]

Databases and Software[edit | edit source]

Access to the following premium databases are free at our FamilySearch Center:

  • The 19th Century British Library Newspapers digital archive
    This fully searchable database of the British Library's newspaper holdings provides a complete run of 48 national and regional Victorian British newspapers for the 19th century from 1800 to 1900. These support the study of colonial history, genealogical research, politics, urban studies, and media courses.
  • Alexander Street Press, American Civil War
    Research Data: Contains indexed, searchable information on over 4 million soldiers and thousands of battles, together with 15,000 photographs.
    Letters and Diaries: Contains approximately 100,000 indexed pages of diaries, letters, and memoirs, including 4,000 pages of previously unpublished manuscripts, such as the letters of Amos Wood and his wife and the diary of Maryland planter William Claytor.
    Images, Photographs, Posters, and Ephemera: Provides a vivid history of the American Civil War with over 1,400 images.
  • American Ancestors- Library Rights.
  • Ancestry.com
    Ancestry gives you access to thousands of collections of records from around the world, including immigration, census, voter, vital, and military records; newspapers and periodicals; family trees; photos and images; directories, maps, court, land, wills and financial records, stories, memories, and histories; and detailed records about births, marriages, deaths, land ownership, and much more. It is the largest for-profit genealogy company in the world. All FamilySearch centers have access to Ancestry.com Library Edition version through their FamilySearch Center Portal (effective 2/8/2011).
  • ArkivDigital Online
    ArkivDigital is the largest private provider of Swedish Church Records and other historical records online! All images are newly photographed color images of the original documents.
  • FamNet
  • Findmypast
    Findmypast makes it easy to research your UK ancestry and create your family tree. Search census records and trace births, marriages, and deaths to bring your family history to life.
    1911 British Census (accessed through the Findmypast website)–The 1911 UK Census is a record of everyone who lived in England and Wales in 1911. It provides a unique snapshot of the lives of those who lived at that time.
  • Fold3
    Search or browse millions of historical documents and photos. Fold3 has refocused their efforts on gathering the best online collection of military records and stories. The Fold3 name reflects military history and honor, since traditionally, the third fold in a flag-folding ceremony honors and remembers veterans for their sacrifice in defending their country and promoting peace in the world. See Using Fold3 at a FamilySearch Center for more information.
  • Geneanet
  • Kinpoint- Premium
  • MyHeritage- Library Edition
  • NewspaperArchive.com
  • Puzilla- Premium Services

Hardware and Equipment[edit | edit source]

1. We have 31 computers, printers, scanners, copying equipment, and a Training Room with 15 computers and a large projection white smart board. (See photo above.)

2. Copies are 5 cents each for Black and White, and 25 cents each for color.

3. We have a Color Printer that Print a 17" X 24" Color Fan Chart for $4.00. Nine Generation Color chart is the most popular but the photo ones are also very popular. See TreeSeek.com for examples.

Volunteer at the Center[edit | edit source]

We are in need of additional staff at our FamilySearch Center. If you are comfortable with a computer and available to volunteer for 3 hours per week, we would love to have you, and happy to help you learn additional skills. Please contact David Hopper at 385-212-4677 or email dwhopper@gmail.com.

FamilySearch Center (FSC); formerly called, Family History Center (FHC)

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