LIST YOUR EVENT FOR FREE

Family History Workshop For Beginners

This one day Family History Workshop, led by experienced genealogist Lorna Kinnaird, PGDip, ASGRA, FSA Scot, will give you the skills and knowledge you need to begin your family history research!

Family History Workshop For Beginners

About Family History Workshop For Beginners

Have you always wanted to research your family history but just don’t know where to start?

Join us for a full day beginner’s course, led by experienced genealogist Lorna Kinnaird, PGDip, ASGRA, FSA Scot, and gain all the skills and knowledge you need to get started.

In a relaxed group setting, Lorna will introduce you to the basic principles of family history giving you guidance on what information you need, where to find it and how to interpret it.

Participants are encouraged to bring with them any research they have already carried out and there will be an opportunity to discuss your individual research with Lorna during lunch.

No previous experience is needed.

Sponsored Links

Other Events at Giffnock Library

Heritage Walk: Giffnock - Mines and Mysteries

9th May 2024

Led by Dr. Stuart Nisbet this heritage walk will tell the story of how Giffnock's limestone and fireclay were quarried.

READ MORE

Sponsored Links

Similar events you might like...

Adult Sunday Art Workshop: Pastel Painting Landscapes and Flowers

Adult Sunday Art Workshop: Pastel Painting Landscapes and Flowers

12th May 2024

Have you ever fancied having a go at learning how to use pastels properly to create beautiful works of art? Join Caroline at The Wee Art Studio for this Sunday Art Workshop for adults!

READ MORE
Core Glow Meditation & Gong Bath

Core Glow Meditation & Gong Bath

12th May 2024

Enjoy a chilled-out afternoon of Meditation & Gong thanks to Julie from Core Glow at Mearns Kirk Hall on Sunday 12th May!

READ MORE
Kids and Teens Summer Art Classes

Kids and Teens Summer Art Classes

1st July 2024 - 8th August 2024

The Wee Art Studio in Clarkston are running a variety of classes for kids and teens over the summer holidays!

READ MORE
Summer Art School - Willow & Clay

Summer Art School - Willow & Clay

29th July 2024 - 2nd August 2024

8 to 14 year olds are invited to join artist Rosi Nyamakanga for a Willow & Clay Summer Art School at Newton Mearns Parish Church's Memorial Hall!

READ MORE
Build A Bat A Home

Build A Bat A Home

21st September 2024

Join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers on Saturday 21st September and build your very own bat box to help our hibernating heroes stay snug over winter.

READ MORE

Find other events in East Renfrewshire

Sponsored Links

Go Radio | Number 1 for Glasgow & The West - Listen on DAB, Online or on your Smart Speaker, just say "Launch Go Radio"

Popular Events

Greenbank Garden Market
Greenbank Garden Market features a fantastic line up of top quality producers and makers bringing with them all kinds of wonderful foods, drinks, arts, crafts and artisan goods!
Beauty and the Beast
This 'tale as old as time' will transport you to a wonderful world, filled with spectacular songs and dances, when Harlequin Youth Theatre present Beauty and the Beast at Eastwood Park Theatre!
Barrhead Foundry Indoor Market
The Barrhead Foundry Indoor Market is your local indoor arts & crafts market held on the second Saturday of every month between March and October, with a festive weekend edition in November!
Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
Celebrating over 30 years on the road, Buddy Holly and the Cricketers bring a night of infectious energy and signature 1950's rockabilly sounds to Eastwood Park Theatre!
An Evening With Alan Parks
Join Waterstones Newton Mearns as they welcome best-selling author Alan Parks to celebrate the release of 'To Die In June', the sixth installment of the Harry McCoy series!

Popular Listings

Eastwood Park Theatre Rouken Glen Park East Renfrewshire HSCP Walking Groups Greenbank House and Garden Dams to Darnley Country Park Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre