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We provide access to specialized genealogical resources, education and personalized help to our patrons. Staff members have a variety of specialized skills to help you get to know your ancestors. | We provide access to specialized genealogical resources, education and personalized help to our patrons. Staff members have a variety of specialized skills to help you get to know your ancestors. | ||
We welcome groups of all ages and interests. | We welcome groups of all ages and interests. Families, youth, scouting, primary, priesthood and Relief Society groups are all welcome. Groups are encouraged to reserve staff and computer time by by calling Debbie Hulet 425-314-9162 | ||
'''Location Map:''' | '''Location Map:''' | ||
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'''Relative Finder Group''' | '''Relative Finder Group''' | ||
Join our Relative Finder group and see if you already know some of your cousins. | Join our Relative Finder group and see if you already know some of your cousins. The group for Arlington, Marysville and Snohomish stakes is named Lake Stevens FSC - the password is '''www'''. Join the group by starting at RelativeFinder.org. How many cousins do you have? | ||
====Staff Training==== | ====Staff Training==== | ||
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Our book, film and fiche collections have evolved eclectically. | Our book, film and fiche collections have evolved eclectically. | ||
One strength is a large number of international gazateers on fiche. | |||
We also have the Cutter Index on Fiche with it's focus on New England and New York. | |||
The largest percentage of our films reflect an interest in British research. | |||
====Databases and Software==== | ====Databases and Software==== | ||
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Alexander Street Press - Great Civil War Collection | Alexander Street Press - Great Civil War Collection | ||
Fold3 - Focus on Government Records. | Fold3 - Focus on Government Records. Military, Territorial, Native American | ||
Paper Trail - looking for your westward moving pioneer ancestors? | Paper Trail - looking for your westward moving pioneer ancestors? Paper trail might help | ||
Swedish Parish records are also available without charge at the center. | Swedish Parish records are also available without charge at the center. | ||
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Do you wish there was an easier way? | Do you wish there was an easier way? Some of the great family search '''partner apps''' might be your answer. Ask us about some of our favorites. | ||
====Hardware and Equipment==== | ====Hardware and Equipment==== | ||
:*''11 computers'' | :*''11 computers'' | ||
:*''printer scanner - this is family search enabled. | :*''printer scanner - this is family search enabled. You can log into family search and save a few steps by scanning directly into your FamilySearch account from this scanner'' | ||
:*''microfilm and microfiche readers'' | :*''microfilm and microfiche readers'' | ||
:*''Negative and Slide scanning to digital are occasionally available with loaned equipment. | :*''Negative and Slide scanning to digital are occasionally available with loaned equipment. Call to request.'' | ||
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===Resources in the Local Area=== | ===Resources in the Local Area=== | ||
''The '''Stilliguamish Genealogical Society''' is an Arlington based group with many genealogical resources. | ''The '''Stilliguamish Genealogical Society''' is an Arlington based group with many genealogical resources. They subscribe to Genealogy Bank. '' | ||
<br> '''''Sno-Isle Libraries'''''<i> have many resources for the genealogist including World Vital Records, accessible from home with a library account. | <br> '''''Sno-Isle Libraries'''''<i> have many resources for the genealogist including World Vital Records, accessible from home with a library account. The Snohomish Branch of the Library has the largest collection of genealogical resources in the system. The Marysville Branch has a Tech Center with available equipment for transferring various media to digital.</i> | ||
<br> '''''Marysville Genealogical Group'''''<i> meets weekly on Thursday</i> | <br> '''''Marysville Genealogical Group'''''<i> meets weekly on Thursday</i> | ||
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===Volunteer at the Center=== | ===Volunteer at the Center=== | ||
We would love to have volunteers who are willing to serve in the center once a week or once a month to assist others with their family history. | We would love to have volunteers who are willing to serve in the center once a week or once a month to assist others with their family history. We would also welcome those who want to help with the work, but don't feel skilled in family history work. Learn while you help! | ||
Leave a message at the center phone number | Leave a message at the center phone number (425-334-0754) if you are interested in volunteering. | ||
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