Dig Into Your Family's Roots at the Ocean County Library

TOMS RIVER – Knowing your family’s history connects you to generations long gone and give you a strong sense of who you are. Join genealogist Debbie Hadley for “10 Best Tips for Finding Your Ancestors” during November and December at any of five Ocean County Library branches. • Long Beach Island Branch – 217 South Central Avenue, Surf City, (609) 494-2480, 11 AM Saturday, November 9. • Lakewood Branch – 301 Lexington Avenue, (732) 363-1435, 11 AM Thursday, November 14. • Berkeley Branch – 30 Station Road, Bayville, (732) 269-2144, 11 AM Friday, November 15 • Little Egg Harbor Branch – 290 Mathistown Road, (609) 294-1197, 6:30 PM Wednesday, November 20. • Lacey Branch – 10 East Lacey Road, Forked River, (609) 693-8566, 11 AM Wednesday, December 4. Debbie will teach you how to begin studying your family’s past, how to know if your family tree is correct, and how to find the records likely to offer answers for your research questions. She’ll use examples from her studies to illustrate 10 concepts that you’ll learn. The Jackson resident is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists and the National Genealogy Society. Her expertise in New Jersey and Northeastern family histories springs from her own family discoveries which she shares on her Bring Out Yer Dead website. Debbie’s blogs have entertained and educated followers for more than 10 years. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/OclAncestry for this free program for adults and seniors at the OCL branch of your choice. For more information, stop by or call any participating branch, call (732) 349-6200 or visit https://theoceancountylibrary.org/events. OCL turns 100 in 2025 and you’re why we’re celebrating! Watch for details on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, Spotify, Pinterest and https://theoceancountylibrary.org.

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