Ready to start researching your family history but have no idea how to do it? Register for a four-part course and join in one of America’s most  popular hobbies. Presented by Linda B. MacIver, an educator, lecturer, librarian and genealogy researcher who recently retired from a 27- year career at the Boston Public Library.

Participants should have an e-mail address and access to a computer. Attendance for the first two lectures is suggested.

Enrollment is limited; registration is required through the library’s online calendar or by calling 781-395-7950.

Thursday, June 7: Six Key Steps to Launching Your Family Search
Start with the basic skills, especially how to get organized. Learn the many things you can, and should, do in the comfort of your home 24/7.

Thursday, June 14
We investigate the major online commercial tools as well as the wealth of free resources available to you in the Boston metro area.

Thursday, June 21
Find your immigrant ancestor in passenger and naturalization records.

Thursday, June 28
“Show-and- tell’ night as we share significant discoveries from the class and explore brick walls and next steps in your search.