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Genealogy Methods: Research Skills Through Case Studies


Adult Enrichment / Lifelong Learning -
Fall 2025

It can take years to learn how to research genealogy effectively. Discover the steps followed by a professional genealogist to solve common research problems. 


These case studies will show you techniques that you can apply to your own research.

Jen Shaffer

Jen Shaffer is a full-time professional genealogist in New Brighton, Minnesota. She is the owner of The Formidable Genealogist, specializing in family tree research. When not working on client research, she is creating daily genealogy tip videos for TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube to help others become better family researchers.

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  Jen Shaffer


Virtual
Thursday, Nov 20
6:30 - 8:00 PM

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Min Age   18 yr.

Price: $ 29 00