Jewish Genealogy SIG of Lee County (JGSIG) Leader: Arthur Sissman - genresearch13@yahoo.com - send email to be on contact list. Meets: 2nd Tues of each month / 12 months Time: 1-2:30 pm EDT Place: Zoom - sent by leader on Request The JGSIG meetings focus on mostly topics of general interest to any genealogist. This JGSIG […]
How Genealogy Was Done Before the Internet: Past Sources Still Viable With Judy Zaccagnini Flynn Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at 2 PM (Eastern) via Zoom Our upcoming session features a unique presentation by Judy Zaccagnini Flynn, delving into the world of genealogical research before the internet era. Dave Flynn's Aunt Olive Sylvester Sheidow initiated the […]
Finding Your Elusive Ancestors ~ VIRTUAL SEMINAR January 27, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. (EST) $40 – Members; $50 – Non-members Four Speakers and Prizes! Steve Little, “A.I. and Genealogy: The Basics and a Bit Beyond” Begin exploring the power of Artificial Intelligence, its limits and how it can be harnessed for genealogy. Discover how […]
Decoding Old German Records presented in person by Ken Weaver Anyone who’s been able to collect any old German records, realizes that the typefaces, fonts, and handwriting are very different from what is taught in American schools. This session will focus on those fonts and writing styles, as well as standard vocabulary used to create […]
Introduction to African American Genealogy Research presented by Bryan L. Mulcahy. If you are looking to find your roots, understand where your family came from, or just want to find a family member you did not know you had this is the program for you. Family history can be hard to find without the right […]
Virtual Cemeteries and Genealogical Research presented by Carol Weidlich. Cemetery and burial records are an excellent resource for Genealogists. Multiple virtual cemeteries and online memorial websites allow users to honor deceased family members and connect various generations. This workshop will cover using Find a Grave, Billion Graves, and other popular sites for family research. For […]
Sometimes women hid themselves well! Let’s turn to the records of the textile arts. Our women ancestors were, for the most part, practical, so the textile arts were perfect for them, although at the time most of them didn't think of themselves as creating art. Did you have an ancestress who was a lace maker, […]
"Intro to US Church Records Why we care where Grandma went to church!" with Sunny Jane Morton. US church records of many denominations can reveal ancestors’ vital events, family relationships, overseas birthplaces and other residences and religious lives. From the co-author of the acclaimed book "How to Find Your Family History in U.S. Church Records", learn what […]
The Executive Director, Duff Wilson and Family Tree Maker Ambassador Mark Olsen are going to present a special event at the Naples Regional Library Saturday, February 17 from noon to 4:30 p.m. You must register to attend this event either in person or by zoom: ZOOM REGISTRATION: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpdeGupzwiE9fcVv0aSVJY9dnoKdIH3woc IN PERSON REGISTRATION: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/genealogical-society-of-collier-county-naples-tickets-828882649317 We hope many of […]
The Genealogical Society of Broward County and the Jewish Genealogical Society of Broward County are collaborating to present and extraordinary Family Tree Maker Special Hybrid Event. Join us this Sunday on short notice for a spontaneous day featuring insights for speakers Duff Wilson and Mark Olsen. With a big announcement. Apologies for the short notice. For […]
Genetic Genealogy and the MyHeritage DNA Test DNA testing opens a whole new world of possibilities to the family history researcher. It can help you find and connect with new family members, confirm relationships, and provide a greater context by revealing your ethnic origins. It may even help you break through brick walls and solve mysteries you […]
CANADIAN eSIG Date: Meets on 4th Tuesday of the month September through November and January through May Time: 2 pm to 3:30 pm EDT online via ZOOM Website: https://alsqda.wordpress.com Email: thegscccanadianesig@gmail.com We are pleased to announce that our programs will now include a live presentation at the start of each Zoom meeting; a brief presenter question and […]