Preserving the past with today's technology

A new technology program!  HPL is hosting a collaborative program designed and organized by Kristine, our fantastic technology trainer.  Kristine has drawn together the expertise of the Reno County Genealogical Society, HPL staff, the Kansas Cosmosphere, a professional writer, and more to create this course.  Here's what it is all about:

Four and a half months of programs, classes and help days beginning June 30th and running through November 11th.  The program is divided into 3 modules; Researching Family History, Preserving Family History, and Family Food Traditions.  Each module will have an introductory lecture, training lab classes, online content, and 1:1 assistance through lab workdays and email support.

The best part about this program is that participants can pick and choose what to attend.  One can attend all of the events, some of the events, or do the program completely online.

One of the goals for the project is to provide the opportunity to create a one of a kind family "product".  Some ideas include; a self-published family history book, a DVD with family photos and videos, a family blog or website, or a family cookbook with stories and photos.

I said before that the "best part" about the program is that you can pick and choose what to do.  Actually, the best part might be that the program is free to participate.  All you have to do is sign up at www.preservingthepast.org to attend the kick-off lecture OR email tossieconsulting@gmail.com if you want to participate but can't attend that first session.