Fort Myers Regional Library Programs

When researching family history, making use of court records will eventually become a necessity. Since most genealogical research is organized along county boundaries, researchers must educate themselves in knowing what records are available at American county courthouses. This is especially true with reference to utilizing land/tax, probate, and vital records, which, in the opinion of […]

This program explores the major waves of German immigration to the United States from the 17th through early 20th centuries. Participants will learn about key migration periods, including early colonial settlers, the large influx following the Revolutions of 1848, and later economic migrations. The session highlights common regions of origin, settlement patterns in places like […]

All FMRL programs you must register in advance whether you are attending in person or virtually. Contact Bryan Mulcahy at 239-533-4626 or email him at bmulcahy@leegov.com.

This seminar will discuss the Changing German Landscape.  How the boundaries of the "German Speaking" territories have changed over time, especially following the Second World War have impacted research in a number of ways.   This is an in-person event however, you still must register for in-person attendance. Register here: https://leelibrary.librarymarket.com/event/changing-boundaries-german-speaking-territories-155790 There is FREE parking in […]

THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED OR POSTPONED.  PLEASE REACH OUT TO BRYAN FOR MORE DETAILS Contact Bryan Mulcahy at 239-533-4626 or email him at bmulcahy@leegov.com.