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Navigating History: Using Tech to Trace Your Roots

February 11 @ 10:00 AM11:00 AM EST

Curious about your family history? Online tools can unlock incredible
stories—but only if you know how to search smart. Join archivists Robbie
Terman and Laura Gottlieb for a three-part Zoom series packed with practical
tips to make genealogy research easier and more rewarding.

**Session 1: February 4, 2026 @ 10:00 AM**

**Navigating Newspapers**

Old newspapers are full of hidden gems. Learn how to dig through digital
archives and find the headlines that matter to your family story.

**Session 2: February 11, 2026 @ 10:00 AM**

**Navigating Archives**

Archives hold treasures you won’t find anywhere else. Discover what’s inside,
how to access it and how to search like a pro.

**Session 3: February 18, 2026 @ 10:00 AM**

**Navigating Online Genealogy Tools**

Ready to explore your roots? Whether you’re just starting out or want to
sharpen your skills, get hands-on tips for using popular genealogy sites and
uncovering meaningful connections.

**Cost:** $18 (FREE for Friends of the Jampel Center)

**Registration required.**

Organized by: Joan Meyers Jampel Center for Michigan Jewish Heritage, JLearn

View event on Jlive: https://jlive.app/events/14114

Click here to join the livestream. https://jfmd-org.zoom.us/j/81013766256?pwd=H87lBcXFlJTbw5PcKH5AD4479u2Bqt.1

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