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SUMMARY:Genealogy 101
DESCRIPTION:Just getting started? Looking for basic information about doing family history? Join us for one day of introductory lessons. \nSaturday\, March 28 from 9:30 – 4 pm (doors open at 9) \n\nIn person only at the AFHS Resource Centre (Suite 251S\, 8500 Macleod Trail SE)\nFree for AFHS members; $30 for non-members (Non-members can apply the $30 towards a membership if they join before April 30).\nThis program will only be offered if we have a minimum of 8 participants.\nMarch 21 is the deadline for registration.\nRegister by contacting communications@afhs.ab.ca\nThe presenters will be Bev Smith\, Marian Jones and Marion Peterson – all experienced volunteers with Alberta Family Histories Society.\n\nThe Schedule: \n\nWhy Do Genealogy\nWhat is the Difference between Genealogy and Family History?\nWho Do You Start With? BMDs  & Family Group Sheets\nWhere to Look\n\nMorning Break \n\nThe Internet as a Source / Popular Internet Sites\nCite Your Sources\nHow to Organize\nSoftware / Online Trees\n\nLunch – Bring your own bag lunch; we will offer water\, juice\, tea or coffee (1/2 hour) \n\nFun with Genealogy – a true example\nWhat is a Pedigree Chart\nGenealogy as a Puzzle – The Research Process\n\nAfternoon Break \n\nCensus Records\nTimelines\nWhat is Your Goal?\nQ&A\nTour of Resource Centre\n\nReady to register? Just send an email to Marion (communications@afhs.ab.ca) by March 21.
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/genealogy-101/
LOCATION:Resource Centre – Petwin Atrium Commons\, Suite 251S 8500 Macleod Trail SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2H 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Bev Smith & Marion Peterson":MAILTO:basics@afhs.ab.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260328T120000
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SUMMARY:AFHS Resource Centre Open
DESCRIPTION:The AFHS Resource Centre is open today. \nThe public is welcome to come use our resource centre. Our knowledgeable volunteers look forward to helping you discover what we have to offer for your genealogy research. \nWe’re located at Suite 251S in the Heritage Square building (8500 Macleod Trail SE) in Calgary. \nFor more information and to search our online catalogue\, see our Resource Centre page. \n——–\nAnother excellent research resource in Calgary is the Calgary Public Library.
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/afhs-resource-centre-open-5/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Resource Centre – Petwin Atrium Commons\, Suite 251S 8500 Macleod Trail SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2H 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Resource Centre Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda":MAILTO:library@afhs.ab.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260328T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260421T081229
CREATED:20251204T203232Z
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SUMMARY:CPL Coaching Program
DESCRIPTION:Alberta Family Histories Society partners with the Calgary Public Library to offer a coaching program. This is held the last Saturday of each month from 1 to 3 pm (except July\, August and December). Experienced library staff and AFHS volunteers will be available to provide one-on-one consultation on any aspect of genealogy or family history from getting started to busting those brick walls. Register on the CPL website.
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/cpl-coaching-program/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:Calgary Central Library\, 800 3 St SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 2E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Genealogy Coaching Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda":MAILTO:library@afhs.ab.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260402T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260402T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T081229
CREATED:20260416T160032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T015931Z
UID:10002101-1775124000-1775138400@afhs.ab.ca
SUMMARY:AFHS Resource Centre Open
DESCRIPTION:The AFHS Resource Centre is open today. The public is welcome to come and use our Resource Centre! Our knowledgeable volunteers look forward to helping you discover what we have to offer for your genealogy research. \nWe’re located at Suite 251S in the Heritage Square building (8500 Macleod Trail SE) in Calgary. \nFor more information and to search our online catalogue\, see our Resource Centre page. \n——–\nAnother excellent research resource in Calgary is the Calgary Public Library.
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/resource-centre-open-2/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:Resource Centre – Petwin Atrium Commons\, Suite 251S 8500 Macleod Trail SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2H 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event,Resource Centre Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda":MAILTO:library@afhs.ab.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260403T080000
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DTSTAMP:20260421T081229
CREATED:20251221T173715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251221T173715Z
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SUMMARY:Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/good-friday-2/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Holiday
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260403T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T081229
CREATED:20250702T151836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T005144Z
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SUMMARY:AFHS Resource Centre Open
DESCRIPTION:The AFHS Resource Centre is open today. \nThe public is welcome to come use our resource centre. Our knowledgeable volunteers look forward to helping you discover what we have to offer for your genealogy research. \nWe’re located at Suite 251S in the Heritage Square building (8500 Macleod Trail SE) in Calgary. \nFor more information and to search our online catalogue\, see our Resource Centre page. \n——–\nAnother excellent research resource in Calgary is the Calgary Public Library.
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/afhs-resource-centre-open-8/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:Resource Centre – Petwin Atrium Commons\, Suite 251S 8500 Macleod Trail SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2H 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Resource Centre Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda":MAILTO:library@afhs.ab.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T081229
CREATED:20250613T202944Z
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SUMMARY:Family Tree Maker Special Interest Group
DESCRIPTION:This special interest group is for those who use Family Tree Maker software or would like to learn about it. Bring your questions! We learn from each other. \nThe Family Tree Maker Special Interest Group meets on first Saturdays each month except July and August at 10 am (Edmonton time). \nAll meetings are held via Zoom\, and those on the SIG distribution list will be sent the link a few days before the meeting by Bev or Nola who are the SIG leaders. \nFor the coming year\, the newest version of this software\, 2024\, will be the main topic of discussion. We will look at features and discuss any difficulties folks are facing. The value of this SIG is that someone may be able to help or suggest a way around it. Older versions are also looked at if necessary. \nOur special interest groups are a member benefit\, but we welcome visitors! If you would like to attend this meeting as a guest\, please email communications@afhs.ab.ca to receive the Zoom invitation. \n———\nFor other Special Interest Group meetings and AFHS events\, see our calendar. \nTo learn more about Family Tree Maker software\, see the Mackiev website.
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/family-tree-maker-special-interest-group/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SIG
ORGANIZER;CN="Nola":MAILTO:ftmsig@afhs.ab.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T081229
CREATED:20250613T205223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T005423Z
UID:10002491-1775304000-1775318400@afhs.ab.ca
SUMMARY:AFHS Resource Centre Open
DESCRIPTION:The AFHS Resource Centre is open today. \nThe public is welcome to come use our resource centre. Our knowledgeable volunteers look forward to helping you discover what we have to offer for your genealogy research. \nWe’re located at Suite 251S in the Heritage Square building (8500 Macleod Trail SE) in Calgary. \nFor more information and to search our online catalogue\, see our Resource Centre page. \n——–\nAnother excellent research resource in Calgary is the Calgary Public Library.
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/afhs-resource-centre-open-5/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:Resource Centre – Petwin Atrium Commons\, Suite 251S 8500 Macleod Trail SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2H 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Resource Centre Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda":MAILTO:library@afhs.ab.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260406T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260406T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T081229
CREATED:20260203T043645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T043646Z
UID:10002018-1775502000-1775509200@afhs.ab.ca
SUMMARY:AFHS Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Alberta Family Histories Society holds regular Board Meetings\, and AFHS members are welcome to attend! \nFor the 2025-26 year\, these meetings will be held via Zoom. \nIf you are a member and would like to attend\, please contact communications@afhs.ab.ca for the Zoom invitation. \nWhy attend? Board meetings are an opportunity to review progress\, present ideas\, assess risks and make strategic decisions to keep AFHS on the path to success (source). \nFor the dates and times of other AFHS Board meetings and events\, see our calendar.
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/afhs-board-meeting-4/2026-04-06/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Board Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Gordon Lane":MAILTO:president@afhs.ab.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260409T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T081229
CREATED:20260416T160032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T015931Z
UID:10002102-1775728800-1775743200@afhs.ab.ca
SUMMARY:AFHS Resource Centre Open
DESCRIPTION:The AFHS Resource Centre is open today. The public is welcome to come and use our Resource Centre! Our knowledgeable volunteers look forward to helping you discover what we have to offer for your genealogy research. \nWe’re located at Suite 251S in the Heritage Square building (8500 Macleod Trail SE) in Calgary. \nFor more information and to search our online catalogue\, see our Resource Centre page. \n——–\nAnother excellent research resource in Calgary is the Calgary Public Library.
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/resource-centre-open-2/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Resource Centre – Petwin Atrium Commons\, Suite 251S 8500 Macleod Trail SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2H 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event,Resource Centre Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda":MAILTO:library@afhs.ab.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260410T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260410T113000
DTSTAMP:20260421T081229
CREATED:20250613T202143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T202143Z
UID:10002150-1775813400-1775820600@afhs.ab.ca
SUMMARY:Writing Special Interest Group
DESCRIPTION:This special interest group will help you record the stories of your family research. It will meet via Zoom on the second Friday of each month beginning at 9:30 am. \nDue to the nature of this group\, we’ve decided to limit the number of participants. Please contact communications@afhs.ab.ca to see if there is any space in this group. \nSpecial Interest Groups are a member benefit for all Alberta Family Histories Society members. If you would like to attend a session as a guest\, please contact communications@afhs.ab.ca \n 
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/writing-special-interest-group-2/2026-04-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:SIG
ORGANIZER;CN="Kelly":MAILTO:writing@afhs.ab.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260410T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260410T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T081229
CREATED:20250702T151836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T005144Z
UID:10002406-1775815200-1775829600@afhs.ab.ca
SUMMARY:AFHS Resource Centre Open
DESCRIPTION:The AFHS Resource Centre is open today. \nThe public is welcome to come use our resource centre. Our knowledgeable volunteers look forward to helping you discover what we have to offer for your genealogy research. \nWe’re located at Suite 251S in the Heritage Square building (8500 Macleod Trail SE) in Calgary. \nFor more information and to search our online catalogue\, see our Resource Centre page. \n——–\nAnother excellent research resource in Calgary is the Calgary Public Library.
URL:https://afhs.ab.ca/event/afhs-resource-centre-open-8/2026-04-10/
LOCATION:Resource Centre – Petwin Atrium Commons\, Suite 251S 8500 Macleod Trail SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2H 2N1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Resource Centre Open
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda":MAILTO:library@afhs.ab.ca
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