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as related programming including: <ul> <li>Introduction to genealogy</li> <li>Getting started with your research</li> <li>Genealogy e-books at the BPL</li> <li>Programs and classes at the BPL</li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="https://guides.bpl.org/genmedia">Genealogy: Media & News</a>- A guide to genealogy media and genealogy-related news stories including: <ul> <li>Blogs</li> <li>Podcasts</li> <li>TV Shows</li> <li>News</li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="https://guides.bpl.org/genrecords">Genealogy: Records & Resources</a>- A guide to useful records and various resources available at the BPL and beyond including: <ul> <li>Databases & Websites</li> <li>Biographies</li> <li>Church Records</li> <li>Court & Misc. Government Records</li> <li>Directories</li> <li>Federal Census</li> <li>Immigration & Naturalization</li> <li>U.S. Military</li> <li>Newspapers</li> <li>School Records</li> <li>Vital Records</li> </ul> </li> <li><a href="https://guides.bpl.org/gentopics">Genealogy: Special Topics</a>- A guide to researching special topics in genealogy & family history including: <ul> <li>Adopted Ancestors</li> <li>DNA and Genetic Genealogy</li> <li>Female Ancestors</li> <li>Names</li> <li>Researching a Specific Heritage</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p>We hope this will make it easier to find what you’re looking for. 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