Derick N. Wortham, Records Acquisition Specialist with the Church and Family History Department of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, will be presenting 3-hour seminar on "Understanding and Researching County Courthouse Records" on Saturday, October 4, 2003, at the La Quinta Inn, 221 East Kellogg, Wichita, Kansas. He will be followed by a presentation by Donna Blackard Woods on the subject of "HeritageQuest Online". Donna is Librarian for the Midwest Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc., in Wichita, Kansas. This seminar is being presented in honor of "Family History Month". For more information and to register, please contact Annette Schmidt at [email protected] Doors open at 8:00 A.M. Visit MHGS's website at: skyways.lib.ks.us/genweb/mhgs/index.html. Annette Schmidt Publicity Chairman [email protected]
Carl Sandburg College is proud to announce the sixth annual Genealogy Computing Week at Carl Sandburg College in Galesburg, Illinois, from 8-12 March 2004. Presenter will be Michael John Neill, columnist for the Ancestry Daily News and instructor at Carl Sandburg College. The following hands-on workshops will be offered: Family Tree Maker--- 8 and 9 March 2004 Online Genealogy and Technology --- 10 March 2004 The Big Sites (Ancestry.com, Rootsweb.com, Familysearch.org, and Genealogy.com)--- 11 March 2004 European Research Online--- 12 March 2004. Genealogy Potpourri: Online Trip Planning, Online Census Work, and Online Maps--- 13 March 2004 There is more information at: http://www.rootdig.com/sandburg.html Thanks! Michael --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! SiteBuilder - Free, easy-to-use web site design software
Family History Library Research Retreat My Ancestors invites you to join with other genealogy enthusiasts Nov. 10 to 16, 2003, in Salt Lake City, UT. All levels of expertise are welcomefrom the beginner to the seasoned researcher. This retreat includes research classes, personal assistance at the LDS Family History Library, and six nights at the Plaza Hotel. Hosted by Keith Spillar of British Ancestors, and Holly Hansen and Jenni Johnson of Tapis, Inc. For information, visit www.myancestorsfound.com.
There are still open places for the National Genealogical Society's 2003 Research Trip to London, and it seems that airlines are offering bargain fares to London this fall. The dates are: 26 October - 1 November 2003 The trip includes: Full Week of Research Opportunities at: * The National Archives (formerly The Public Record Office) * The Society of Genealogists * The Family Record Centre * The London Metropolitan Archives * First Avenue House (for wills after 1858, etc.) * The Guildhall Library and Corporation of London Record Office * and other repositories as requested Featuring introductory lectures and personal guidance by experts in UK genealogical research. Register online at http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/researchtrips/londonregistration.htm or view a detailed brochure and printable registration form in PDF format at http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/researchtrips/03london.pdf Note: Members of the new NGS British Isles Forum, http://www.NGSgenealogy.org/britishislesforum.htm, receive a $226 discount on registration! For more information, contact the Tour Leaders: John T. Humphrey, Director, NGS Learning Center (800) 473-0060, Ext. 223 [email protected] or John Konvalinka, CGRS, CGL (609) 924-9742 [email protected]
Hello, An October 4 workshop sponsored by the East Tennessee Historical Society entitled "New Horizons in Genealogy" will explore the capabilities and limitations of DNA testing and Internet-based research as research tools for today's genealogist. The workshop will focus on the basic use, as well as offer more advanced tips for personal research problems. The workshop will be held Saturday, October 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Carolyn P. Brown University Center on the campus of the University of Tennessee. Advance registration is required. Admission is $30 for ETHS members and $38 for non-members. Reservations may be made online at the ETHS web site at http://www.east-tennessee-history.org or by calling 865-215-8824. Guest speakers for the workshop will be Diahan Southard, a molecular genealogist with Relative Genetics, a DNA analysis laboratory in Salt Lake City, Utah. The laboratory is specifically dedicated to the use of genetic analysis in genealogical research. Ms. Southard is a graduate of Brigham Young University where she received a BS degree in microbiology. Also on the program will be Ruth Schweitzer Pratt, a specialist in the application of computers, the Internet, and video technologies to genealogy. She holds an MS in computer science from the University of Kansas. For additional information about the workshop, visit the ETHS web site at www.east-tennessee-history.org. Thank you.
The Southern Genealogists' Exchange Society headquarters/library is located in Jacksonville, FLORIDA. 'Sorry about the goof. Ed Murfin
The Southern Genealogist's Exchange Society will meet on Saturday, September 13, at the SGES Library, at 6215 Sauterne Dr., in Jacksonville, at 10 a.m. There will be a program of interest to all genealogists about conducting research of cemetery gravestones presented by Ms. Leni Bessette. For further information, call 904-778-1000, or check the Web site at http://sgesjax.tripod.com. All meetings are open to the public at no charge. _____________________________________________________________ Submitted by Ed Murfin, SGES Publicity Chairperson, phone 904-781-4859, Email: [email protected]
FREE BEGINNING GENEALOGY CLASS "HOW TO GET STARTED" MEIGS CO., OH PUBLIC LIBRARY, POMEROY, OH SEPT 25, 2003 9:00 - 11:00 AM 6:00 - 8:00 PM (repeat) INSTRUCTOR: Dan Grammer Professional Genealogist 30+ years of genealogical experience Teacher of numerous genealogy classes Registration required limited to 15 persons per class call the library to register
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WHAT: Beginner's Genealogy Class WHERE: Western Reserve Historical Society Library, 10825 East Blvd., Cleveland OH 44106 WHEN: Saturday, October 4, 2003, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. SUBJECT: EXPLORING FAMILY HISTORY-An Introduction Home Sources. Vital Records. Research By Mail. Basic Genealogical Rules. Charts, Forms, Organization, Supplies. Cemetery and Funeral Home Records. Types of Evidence, Documentation. Handwriting Problems. U. S. Census Records. Hands-on Research in WRHS Library with expert personal help. COST: $15 - 1/2 price parking; $5 late fee for reservations after September 27th. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Roger Ellsworth, registrar (216) 283-6451 or [email protected] or Post Office Box 181201, Cleveland Hts OH 44118-1201 This class is part of the Genealogical Institute 2003 sponsored by The Genealogical Committee, a working auxiliary of the Western Reserve Historical Society, whose purpose is to further the study of genealogy through meetings, lectures, seminars, and workshops; and to provide financial support in the acquisition of appropriate materials and equipment for the genealogical collections of the Society's Library.
Dear Family History Enthusiasts: There are still openings for the Sept. 10 lecture on "Genealogical Resources at the New Jersey State Archives." This presentation is the first in a nine-lecture series titled "Exploring Your Jersey Roots," to be held jointly by the State Archives and the Genealogical Society of New Jersey on Wednesday evenings this fall. The first lecturer, Ellen R. Callahan, is Collection Manager at the State Archives. She will provide basic information on the wide range of genealogical materials at the Archives, including resources acquired in recent years and the post-1900 estate records scheduled to be accessioned this month. The lecture will begin at 6:30 in the Manuscript Reading Room at the State Archives, 225 West State St. - 2nd Floor, Trenton, NJ 08625-0307. Parking will be available after 4:00 p.m. in the lot behind the Archives building; daytime parking is available in the State House Garage. Registration is $8 per lecture or $60 for the entire series. Contact: C. Arthur Lawton III, 203 West Upper Ferry Road, Trenton, NJ 08628-2719, tel. 609-777-3704, e-mail: [email protected] The State Archives' Microfilm Reading Room will remain open until 6:00 p.m. on lecture days, with the exception of the "Ask the Experts" evening, 11/5. For further information on the lecture series and directions, consult the Archives' website at www.njarchives.org Information is also linked from GSNJ's website at www.gsnj.org Hope to see you in Trenton... With best regards, Joseph R. Klett Chief of Archives
The Alabama Genealogical Society's Annual Fall Seminar will be on Saturday, October 18, 2003, in the auditorium of the Alabama State Capitol in Montgomery. Time is 9:00 am until 3:30 pm. The speaker will be J. Mark Lowe of Tennessee. His topics will be: "Land Barons or Dirt Farmers: Finding Land Transactions"; "Finding Your Landless Ancestors"; "Locating the Wanderer"; "Smith vs Jones, et al.: A Closer Look at Court Records". Cost is $35 for non-members and $30 for members. Box lunches will be provided for those registered by October 4th. Make checks payable to Alabama Genealogical Society and send to AGS Treasurer, 1012 Southlake Cove, Birmingham AL 35244-3282. For more information or to request a registration form, contact Jyl Hardy, <[email protected]>. > > >
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Genealogical research Southfield, MI The Detroit Society for Genealogical Research will present a program �How To Research There When you Are Here� by Karen Krugman on Saturday, 9/13/03. The program will give instructions on how to do long-distance research. The program starts at 2 p.m. in Room T429 of Learn Auditorium at Lawrence Tech University, 21000 W. 10 Mile Rd. (enter via 10 Mile entrance and park in lot nearest the new Learning Center Bldg. Signs will be in the doorway). The public is invited and the admission is free. Refreshments will be served before the program. --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! SiteBuilder - Free, easy-to-use web site design software
How to Write Your Family History Have you been doing family research for years but have not yet shared the results with your relatives? Mike Karsen, who has published four family histories, will show how to compile books varying from the most simple to one which includes historical information, biographies, and many pictures. Sharing the results of your research can be the most important and rewarding part of your effort. Some knowledge of genealogy required. You will receive over 30 pages of materials, including many sample pages from family histories. Please bring some of your own family information with you to this one night class. October 28, 2003 Oakton Community College, Niles West H.S. (Skokie) 7:00-9:00 p.m. Call 847.635.1616 to register, fee $20, Course # HIS E94-001 November 5, 2003 High School District 211, Fremd H.S. (Palatine) 7:00-9:00 p.m. Call 847.755.6820 to register, fee $19, Course # Z120-01 November 17, 2003 High School District 214, Prospect H.S. (Mount Prospect) 7:00-9:00 p.m. Call 847.718.7700 to register, fee $19, Course # 5542 Thank you Mike Karsen [email protected] <A HREF="http://www.hometown.aol.com/MikeFamHistorian">http://www.hometown.aol.com/MikeFamHistorian</A>
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