Are you beginning your Family History journey? Or perhaps, you’re frustrated by a lack of progress? If this is you, then please join us for our February 24^th Family History Forum:

Getting on the Right Track: Genealogy Basics for Beginners, presented by Claire Smith-Burns

Are you new to genealogical research? Here are things you need to know to successfully research your family history. This is a primer for beginners, covering the basics of genealogy and outlining some of the pitfalls for the unwary researcher. This is also a good refresher for those who have been doing genealogical research for a while.

Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 6:30pm PST

Presenter: Claire Smith-Burns

Location: via Zoom – FREE event

REGISTRATION REQUIRED through the Okanagan Regional Library’s Events Calendar, https://orl.libcal.com/calendar/kelowna/fhf

Family History Forums (FHF) are a partnership presentation series of the Kelowna & District Genealogical Society and the Okanagan Regional Library. The topics vary but are typically at the beginner’s level in Family History research. All are welcome to these FREE Zoom presentations, but pre-registration is required through the ORL’s Events Calendar. When registering, be sure to enter your email address correctly and watch for the email from the ORL to confirm your registration. The Zoom link and handout will be emailed to you the day before the presentation by librarian, Evan Burgess (or another librarian). No FHF in July, August or December.