In case some of you want something to do........ Jane Keppler ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Beth Williamson <betwil@aol.com> Date: Wed, Jul 31, 2013 at 6:53 PM Subject: Program for the Genealogy Weekend Aug. 9 & 10 To: betwil62@live.com *If you have not participated in one of our workshops, this one is very special. We have world class speakers! Please call Denise Tilson at* *the library to register.* * * **** Mark Your Calendars **** *August 9 & 10* Sizzling Summer Genealogy Weekend in Historic Huntsville, Texas Hosted by Huntsville Public Library & Walker County Genealogy Society Make plans to join us for this special Genealogical Weekend. There is no cost, however, pre-registration is requested so we can have the appropriate number of handouts available. To pre-register contact Denise Tilton at 936.291.5471 *FRIDAY - AUGUST 9, 2013* 8:45 - 9:30 a.m. Registration & refreshments 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. Tour of the Library, including the Johnnie Jo Sowell Dickenson Genealogy Room 10:15 -11:15 a.m. "Documenting Resources & Authenticating Sources" presented by David Dilts, AG�, Senior Research Consultant, Family History Library, via Family Search virtual live presentation. Q & A follows 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. "African American Research" presented by David Dilts, AG� , Senior Research Consultant, Family History Library, via FamilySearch virtual live presentation. Q & A follows 12:35-3:15 p.m. Break for Lunch on your own; visit one or more Huntsville Historical Site, weather allowing, or research at the library 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. "Historical letters, the Court of Claims Collection at the General Land Office & how it Relates to Genealogy." Presented by Kevin Klaus, Information Specialist, Archives & Records, Texas Government Land Office, Austin, TX. Q & A follows 5:15- 9:00 p.m. Personal research time in the Library for event attendees. Society members and library staff will be available to assist you. * Light supper � provided by the Walker County Genealogy Society in the Community Room.* *SATURDAY - AUGUST 10, 2013* 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. Registration & refreshments 10:00 -11:00 a.m. "My Dear Children: Letters, Diaries, Family Bibles, & Other Family Papers" presented by noted professional genealogist and author Emily Anne Croom. Q & A follows 11:00 -11:30 a.m. - Short Break 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. "Oft-Overlooked Ancestors: The Mother Half" presented by noted professional genealogist and author Emily Anne Croom. Q & A follows 12:30 -1:30 p.m. Lunch Break on your own 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. "A Happy Genealogist is an Organized Genealogist" presented by Johnnie Jo Dickenson, Professional Genealogist. Q & A follows 2:45 - 5:15 p.m. "Navigating the Depths of FamilySearch.org," (the world's largest genealogical research website).,..presented by Marian S. Hunter. Q & A follows Silent Auction - Genealogy & Various Books This program made possible in part by support from the Frances Sprott Goforth Family. Huntsville Public Library is an affiliate of FamilySearch's Research and Library System. *Go to www.myhuntsvillelibrary.com for updates & additional information* * Click Here for Brochure Containing Above Information<http://www.wcgen.com/Gene%20WkEnd.pdf> * ------------------------------ Beth Williamson 936 295-3170 betwil@aol.com -- With GOD our daughter HAS overcome Thyroid Cancer......