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Deborah Peercy will guide us through a class on accessing and understanding the tools of FamilySearch, one of the most significant genealogical databases for researching one's family history. In particular, Debbie will discuss the nuances of using FamilySearch's collaborative tree, attached sources, the document and image database, accessing unindexed images and books, and charts to view and print.
Registration is required. If you register, and later decide to cancel, please and let us know. 615-595-1246.
WCPLtn: Discover Learn Succeed
The Williamson County Public Library is located in downtown Franklin at 1314 Columbia Avenue.
All library programs are free and open to the public. Learn more about this event or other library programs and services by calling 615-595-1243, extension 1, or by visiting the library’s website at http://wcpltn.org. The library e-newsletter provides library news about programs like this and more. Sign up to receive it via email.
Photos, screenshots, and videos may be taken at library events and activities for library use and publicity. Anyone not wanting to have their photo taken should notify library staff at the time of the event or activity.
The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of the Williamson County Public Library System.
Sponsored by The Special Collections Department of Williamson County Public Library.
Deborah Peercy will guide us through a class on accessing and understanding the tools of FamilySearch, one of the most significant genealogical databases for researching one's family history. In particular, Debbie will discuss the nuances of using FamilySearch's collaborative tree, attached sources, the document and image database, accessing unindexed images and books, and charts to view and print.
Registration is required. If you register, and later decide to cancel, please let us know. 615-595-1246.
WCPLtn: Discover Learn Succeed
The Williamson County Public Library is located in downtown Franklin at 1314 Columbia Avenue.
All library programs are free and open to the public. Learn more about this event or other library programs and services by calling 615-595-1243, extension 1, or by visiting the library’s website at http://wcpltn.org. The library e-newsletter provides library news about programs like this and more. Sign up to receive it via email.
Photos, screenshots, and videos may be taken at library events and activities for library use and publicity. Anyone not wanting to have their photo taken should notify library staff at the time of the event or activity.
The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of the Williamson County Public Library System.
Join Arvind Naik, longtime meditator, for this deep and engaging VIRTUAL meditation workshop. Arvind has been practicing meditation for many years and lectures regularly on its benefits. During this workshop, participants will get to practice a simple meditation technique to help us on our journey to achieve lasting peace, happiness, and a greater sense of well-being.
Arvind Naik works as a Data Architect and Director of Engineering in the information technology field. He lectures and presents workshops on meditation, where he demonstrates how incorporating it into our daily routine can help us develop physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Arvind has led meditation programs at Target, Sleep Number, and Vialto, and regularly speaks at libraries and community centers across the country. He also educates children and teens of various backgrounds about meditation. Arvind was invited by the Columbia Heights Police Department to show how medication can help the officers manage day-to-day stress. He lives in Minnesota and is married with two sons.
This program will be presented VIRTUALLY. The day before the event, Zoom login instructions will be emailed to everyone who registers. All Library programs are free and open to the public.
WCPLtn: Discover Learn Succeed
The Williamson County Public Library System’s Main Library is in downtown Franklin at 1314 Columbia Avenue. Branches are located in Fairview, Bethesda, College Grove, Nolensville, and Leiper’s Fork. For more information about library programs or services, call (615) 595-1243 or visit http://wcpltn.org. Sign up to receive library events and announcements at https://bit.ly/WCPLSe-news. The library can also be found on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, WordPress, and Twitter via @wcpltn. The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of the Williamson County Public Library System.
Registration is appreciated.
We hope you can join us!
Sponsored by The Special Collections Department .
Enjoy the spring beauty of Tulips and Daffodils (Narcissus) in all their brilliance and amazing variety! But also consider lesser-known bulbs like Snowdrops (Galanthus), Crocus, Star of Bethlehem, Star Flower, Grape Hyacinth, Summer Snowflake (Leucojum), Allium, and Amaryllis, to name a few.
Presented by the Williamson County Master Gardeners Speakers Bureau in-person at the Main Library in Franklin, with an option to attend virtually. The day before the event we will email Zoom login instructions to everyone who registers. All Library programs are free and open to the public.
WCPLtn: Discover Learn Succeed
The Williamson County Public Library System’s Main Library is in downtown Franklin at 1314 Columbia Avenue. Branches are located in Fairview, Bethesda, College Grove, Nolensville, and Leiper’s Fork. For more information about library programs or services, call (615) 595-1243 or visit http://wcpltn.org. Sign up to receive library events and announcements at https://bit.ly/WCPLSe-news. The library can also be found on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, WordPress, and Twitter via @wcpltn. The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of the Williamson County Public Library System.
To be successful in this class, participants should have solid experience working in the FamilySearch Family Tree. They don't have to be experts but should understand how to navigate, read pedigrees and person pages, and view/attach sources.
Sponsored by Special Collections Department.Your yard is full of unrealized potential. Learn how to add fresh produce to your diet that will boost your immune system and help you save money by incorporating edible plants that are both decorative and nutritious into your landscape.
Presented by the Williamson County Master Gardeners Speakers Bureau in-person at the Main Library in Franklin, with an option to attend virtually. The day before the event we will email Zoom login instructions to everyone who registers. All Library programs are free and open to the public.
WCPLtn: Discover Learn Succeed
The Williamson County Public Library System’s Main Library is in downtown Franklin at 1314 Columbia Avenue. Branches are located in Fairview, Bethesda, College Grove, Nolensville, and Leiper’s Fork. For more information about library programs or services, call (615) 595-1243 or visit http://wcpltn.org. Sign up to receive library events and announcements at https://bit.ly/WCPLSe-news. The library can also be found on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, WordPress, and Twitter via @wcpltn. The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of the Williamson County Public Library System.
Starting a free Tree at Ancestry or updating your long-time Ancestry tree, the presentation will give you hints and methods to help. The presentation will provide an introduction to Ancestry with building a free tree while at the same time providing new or long-time users with ‘tricks’ to assist with adding names and sources to your existing tree. Illustrations of indexing issues and evaluating hints will be discussed. How to add multiple parents and identify relationships will be shown so that biological, adoptive, or other relationships can be indications on trees.
WCPLtn: Discover Learn Succeed
The Williamson County Public Library is located in downtown Franklin at 1314 Columbia Avenue.
All library programs are free and open to the public. Learn more about this event or other library programs and services by calling 615-595-1243, extension 1, or by visiting the library’s website at http://wcpltn.org. The library e-newsletter provides library news about programs like this and more. Sign up to receive it via email.
Photos, screenshots, and videos may be taken at library events and activities for library use and publicity. Anyone not wanting to have their photo taken should notify library staff at the time of the event or activity.
The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of the Williamson County Public Library System.
Sponsored by The Special Collections Department of Williamson County Public Library.
Sponsored by Special Collections Department.Part 2 is an extension of Part 1, continuing to look at types of resources, and drilling down to specific record sets using the Card Catalog. The presentation will explain the pricing structure of Ancestry and the new Pro Tools. The library offers a free version of Ancestry, available only in the library, and there will be some discussion on the differences in the two versions.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED in order to prepare handouts and seats for the number of people attending.
Like best friends for life, our garden buddies need friends too! Learn how to plant buddies in your garden to maximize benefits against predator threats, attract pollinators, or maximize yield production.
Presented by the Williamson County Master Gardeners Speakers Bureau in-person at the Main Library in Franklin, with an option to attend virtually. The day before the event we will email Zoom login instructions to everyone who registers. All Library programs are free and open to the public.
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The invisible world beneath our feet holds the key to plant health. Discover some simple steps you can take to strengthen your plants to resist disease and drought by improving your soil.
Presented by the Williamson County Master Gardeners Speakers Bureau in-person at the Main Library in Franklin, with an option to attend virtually. The day before the event we will email Zoom login instructions to everyone who registers. All Library programs are free and open to the public.
WCPLtn: Discover Learn Succeed
The Williamson County Public Library System’s Main Library is in downtown Franklin at 1314 Columbia Avenue. Branches are located in Fairview, Bethesda, College Grove, Nolensville, and Leiper’s Fork. For more information about library programs or services, call (615) 595-1243 or visit http://wcpltn.org. Sign up to receive library events and announcements at https://bit.ly/WCPLSe-news. The library can also be found on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, WordPress, and Twitter via @wcpltn. The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of the Williamson County Public Library System.
Weeds can help us understand our gardens. Join our discussion of what weeds are telling us and learn ways to become “almost” weed free.
Presented by the Williamson County Master Gardeners Speakers Bureau in-person at the Main Library in Franklin, with an option to attend virtually. The day before the event we will email Zoom login instructions to everyone who registers. All Library programs are free and open to the public.
WCPLtn: Discover Learn Succeed
The Williamson County Public Library System’s Main Library is in downtown Franklin at 1314 Columbia Avenue. Branches are located in Fairview, Bethesda, College Grove, Nolensville, and Leiper’s Fork. For more information about library programs or services, call (615) 595-1243 or visit http://wcpltn.org. Sign up to receive library events and announcements at https://bit.ly/WCPLSe-news. The library can also be found on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, WordPress, and Twitter via @wcpltn. The views expressed in this program are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or opinions of the Williamson County Public Library System.
Lego Challenge Day Saturday April 27, 2:00-3:00 Kids ages 6-12 are invited to come and test their Lego skills at our Lego Challenge Day! Participants will have the opportunity to show off their Lego skills and test their creativity through our fun challenges! Registration is required. Registration begins April 11.
For Children ages 3-5
Join us for songs, stories, nursery rhymes, and crafts.
This program is designed so you and your child can participate together,
So if you’re ready for some fun, these classes start promptly at 10:00 Am on Tuesdays!
This is a free program and is open to the public.
For children 18-35 months
Join us for songs, stories, nursery rhymes, and crafts.
This program is designed so you and your child can participate together, so if you’re ready for some fun, these classes start promptly at 10:00 Am on Wednesdays!
This is a free program and registration is required.
To Register: Call (615)794-7019, or come to the Leipers Fork Public Library during regular business hours.