Longmont Genealogical
Society
Past Classes Given in 2026
Past Classes Given in 2026
The
Longmont Genealogical Society's goal is to promote an interest in
genealogy research. The following classes have been presented so
far in 2026. Go here to see Past Classes for 2025.
Go here to see Upcoming classes.
| In-Person Classes Longmont Senior Center January 16, 2026 |
Title: Is This the Right Record? Let's Find Out, Step by Step"
Description:Wondering how to tell if a record truly supports your research? Let's break
it down together, one simple step at a time. We will workshop several examples and then tackle a few from the class as time allows. Registration #185502-00
Date: January 16, 2026 (Friday)
Time: 1:30p - 3:30p
Instructor: Sylvia Tracy-Doolos
Cost: $2 resident, $3 non-resident
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| In-Person Classes Longmont Senior Center February 20, 2026 |
Title: Introduction to Using DNA to Find Your Ancestors
Description:Many genealogy researchers are discovering the powerful tool of
DNA to find living relatives and thereby finding/verifying ancestors. We'll look at the field of genetic genealogy,
the different kinds of tests, the companies offering tests and what the tests can (and can't) tell you. Registration
#185502-01
Date: February 20, 2026 (Friday)
Time: 1:30p - 3:30p
Instructor: Mark Fearer
Cost: $2 resident, $3 non-resident
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| In-Person Classes Longmont Senior Center March 20, 2026 |
Title: Where do I put my Family Tree?
Description:This class will review and contrast the use of online trees
vs. various Personal Genealogy Software (PGS) programs. It will examine the benefits and costs of different PGS
vendors, as well as various online options. The choice is yours; learn the pros and cons. Registration
#285502-11
Date: March 20, 2026 (Friday)
Time: 1:30p - 3:30p
Instructor: Mick Mickelson
Cost: $2 resident, $3 non-resident
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| In-Person Classes Longmont Senior Center April 17, 2026 |
Title: Uploading Photos to Genealogy Sites
Description:This course will discuss how to enhance and crop photos,
add and remove metadata, modify photo resolutions, and other tips and tricks to make your photos attractive
and useful to others. Demonstrations for using Ancestry and FamilySearch will be shown. Registration
#285502-12
Date: April 17, 2026 (Friday)
Time: 1:30p - 3:30p
Instructor: Randy Robinson
Cost: $2 resident, $3 non-resident
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| In-Person Classes Longmont Senior Center April 23, 2026 |
Title: Special Event: Combining DNA and Genealogical Detective Work to Discover a Rowdy G–Grandfather: A DNA Case Study
Description:During the Great Depression, a cowboy from Canada surfaced in
Wyoming under an alias with two children – then vanished, leaving a family and mystery. This session outlines the
elimination process and DNA evidence used to identify the missing great–grandfather.
Registration
#285502-10
Date: April 23, 2026 (Thursday)
Time: 1:30p - 3:30p
Instructor: Bobski Masson
Cost: $2 resident, $3 non-resident
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