(This is a Hybrid Meeting, the speaker will be on Zoom, NOT in person. You can attend at the Tredyffrin Library or virtually on Zoom.)

In this fun and informative presentation, Michelle will outline her most important DNA tips with a list of her top ten things you should do if you want to make progress with DNA testing for family history as well as her top ten things you should avoid. These tips will help you be successful on your DNA journey and steer clear of common mistakes and pitfalls.

Michelle Leonard is a Scottish professional genealogist, DNA detective, author, speaker, historian and the official genetic genealogist of #AncestryHour. She runs her own genealogy and DNA consultancy business, Genes & Genealogy, specializing in solving unknown parentage and all manner of unknown ancestor mysteries using a combination of DNA results analysis and traditional research methodologies. She also undertakes conventional family history research, living relative tracing, media consultation, lecturing, coaching, podcasts, webinars, speaking engagements, teaching ‘DNA Bootcamp’ courses for Family Tree Magazine and article, blog and book writing commissions. Additionally, she is known for her work on the WW1 Fromelles Genealogy Project, is a co-author of ‘Tracing Your Ancestors Using DNA: A Guide For Family Historians’ and is a regular speaker at major global genealogy events. Follow Michelle on FB https://www.facebook.com/genesandgenealogy and on Twitter @GenealogyLass.

This is a HYBRID meeting. The speaker will NOT be in person at the library but you can attend in person at the Tredyffrin Public Library, 582 Upper Gulph Rd, Strafford PA or on Zoom. If you attend in person, please wear a mask for the safety of all.

In person perks:

-Raffle Prize

-You can peruse the Genealogy Shelf at the library!

Use the Eventbrite registration process. You will be asked to provide your name, email address, ZIP code, number of attendees, if you are attending in person or online, donation and payment information via credit card, PayPal, Google Pay or Check. Donations remain optional. Of course you can always donate in person at the door.

Help Desk is open at 12:30 in person & on Zoom!

$5. contribution suggested