Rockford Public Library’s Swedish Genealogical program consists of two events. The first is a presentation on Swedish history and useful information for those interested in beginning research into their own Swedish lineage. The presentation is limited to 20 individuals per session and sessions are offered at 9:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on May 5^th. The second program is a hands-on computer workshop that walks participants through some of the online tools for Swedish genealogical research including Genline and Svar. The computer class is limited to nine participants per session with sessions offered at 9:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. on May 5^th.These programs are free and open to the public but registration is limited. Individuals may register for one or both programs by visiting our online event calendar or calling (815) 965-7606.

The workshop comes on the heels of other exciting ties to Sweden in Rockford including the He & She art exhibit at the Rockford Art Museum and a visit from a delegation attending the Swedish-American Entrepreneurial Days in Chicago.

PowerPoint Presentation on Swedish-American History and Genealogy
Saturday, May 5, 2007
9:30 – 11:30 a.m.; 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., or 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Main Library Room B (Enter from Mulberry St.)
Limited to 20 persons/presentation

Hands-on Computer Workshop on Swedish Genealogy
Saturday, May 5, 2007
9:30 – 11:30 a.m.; 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., or 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Main Library Computer Training Room (2nd floor)
Limited to 9 persons/workshop

About the Library

The Rockford Public Library, founded in 1872 as the second library in Illinois, currently has six facilities, including the Main Library and five Branch Libraries. The Rockford Public Library’s mission is to enhance community life and development by informing, educating, entertaining, and providing cultural enrichment to all people of all ages by collecting information to address the diverse interests of our dynamic community.

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