LCGS Writers Group - For LCGS members (LCGS Activities)
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Virtually
Whether you are a beginner or have been writing for years, you are welcome to join us. Each month, the group chooses from over 260+ topics to write and share at the next month's meeting. The LCGS SIG Writers Group meets virtually on the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Meeting virtually is a great way to stay motivated in your genealogy research
If you are interested in participating, please contact Teresa Hopgood at Travelgirl757@yahoo.com.
Monday, December 13
LCGS Virtual Board of Directors Meeting (LCGS Activities)
1:00 pm
Wednesday, December 15
- FREE SCGS Webinar (Conferences-Seminars)
Via GoToWebinar
Getting Read for the 1950 US Census by Thomas MacEntee
1940 US Census. Following the "72 Year Rule" for records at the National Archives, the results of the 1950 US Census will be made public on Friday, April 1, 2022. It's never too early to prepare for this valuable data related to US genealogy research!
Thomas MacEntee is a genealogy professional based in the United States, specializing in the use of technology and social media to improve genealogy research and as a way to connect with others in the family history community.
You will also receive reminders before the webinar. The reminder email will have information on accessing the handout material.
On the day of the session, click the link that you received in your invitation to GoToWebinar.com to join the online session.
Thursday, December 16
LCGS Monthly Membership Meeting (LCGS Activities)
10:00 am
Virtually Via GoToWebinar
DNA: What to Expect When You're Testingby Janeen Bjork.
The AncestryDNA, the 23andMe and MyHeritage marketing campaigns have been great successes and have led millions of people to order test kits. Maybe you've already taken a test and need help understanding your results. Or you have been thinking about it but wanted to know more before you made the commitment. You are encouraged to bring your questions and your relatives who are reluctant to test.
Janeen Bjork is a TV Researcher and Genealogy teacher. She will present an introduction to DNA testing for Genealogy that is meant to be accessible to everyone. The discussion will cover the three types of DNA tests (autosomal, mitochondrial, and Y-DNA) and the companies that offer them. The costs of the tests, as well as the best ways to save money on testing, will also be discussed. Real reports will be shown to demonstrate what testing for DNA matches and ethnicity can (and can't) reveal. Attendees will see how different results from five different companies can be. Ms. Bjork has permission from about a dozen relatives to show their test results.
The meeting of the society will be via GoToWebinar, a meeting platform that will allow us to meet virtually sponsored by the Florida State Genealogical Society.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing an “invitation” and information/link for joining the virtual meeting/webinar. About 10 minutes before our meeting click on the invitation link. We will join you at the time of the meeting and will then proceed with our scheduled presentation.
Thursday, December 16
Florida State Genealogical Society Poolside Chat (Other Genealogy Societies)
8:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Virtually via GoToWebinar
Organize Like an Archivist presented by Nancy E. Loe, MA, MLS.
Organizing genealogy research is essential to preserve your hard work.
• Can’t find the records you know you have?
• Lost in a sea of digital files, photographs & paper?
• Need to organize new records you’re finding?
• Searching for a better way to organize your work?
This presentation helps you put your family history research in order. Learn simple and effective strategies to organize and link your digital files and paper records, using the same principles as professional archivists. No need for color codes, numbering systems, or other complicated schemes with this archives-based system. And when your records are organized, you can spend more time on research.
Presenter: After a long professional career in academic archives and genealogy libraries, Nancy E. Loe, MA, MLS, is now a genealogy educator, researcher, and writer. She specializes in U.S. and European research, and provides expert guidance on information management and research skills. Her website, sassyjanegenealogy.com offers a blog, free monthly newsletter, and e-books on genealogy research. Nancy has appeared on PBS's American Experience, at NGS, RootsTech, and numerous genealogy conferences and webinars in the U.S., Canada, and Australia. Recently, Nancy has been on a genealogy pilgrimage to visit the eight European villages of her great-grandparents.
LCGS English Roots Special Interest Group (LCGS Activities)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Virtual Meeting using Skype Meet Now
For LCGS members researching ancestors in England. Call Bev for more information at bev.sierpina@gmail.com.
Friday, December 17
Martin County Genealogical Society, Inc. (Other Genealogy Societies)
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
John F. and Rita M. Armstrong Wing at the Blake Library
Monthly Business Meeting followed by Social Mixing and Refreshments - Masks are Optional.
Join us for the last meeting of 2021, with friends, with refreshments and with our traditional "Holiday Raffle".
Joyce Fletcher-Menard will be presenting the latest on the Documentation Project for the 1898 All Saints' Cemetery in Jensen Beach.
Following Joyce's presentation, we will hold the drawing for all the donated gifts (you and others) brought for the "Holiday Raffle". Be sure to bring your unwrapped donated gift (maximum value $10) and place it on the stage when you arrive. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5.
The Meeting and Presentation will also be offered via Zoom. Please sign-up by Wednesday, December 15, 2021, on www.mcgsfl.org.
LCGS Writers Group - For LCGS members (LCGS Activities)
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Virtually
Whether you are a beginner or have been writing for years, you are welcome to join us. Each month, the group chooses from over 260+ topics to write and share at the next month's meeting. The LCGS SIG Writers Group meets virtually on the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Meeting virtually is a great way to stay motivated in your genealogy research
If you are interested in participating, please contact Teresa Hopgood at Travelgirl757@yahoo.com.
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
LCGS German Roots Special Interest Group (LCGS Activities)
10:00 am
Virtual Meeting via Skype Meet Now
For LCGS Members researching their German-speaking ancestors. Members can contact Ken Weaver <kenneth.n.weaver@gmail.com> for virtual link.
Friday, January 14, 2022
LCGS English Roots Special Interest Group (LCGS Activities)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Virtual Meeting using Skype Meet Now
For LCGS members researching ancestors in England. Call Bev for more information at bev.sierpina@gmail.com.
Thursday, January 20, 2022
LCGS Monthly Membership Meeting (LCGS Activities)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Road Trip! Planning a Research Trip (On- or Off-line) with Ann Staley.
When taking a trip, a map of the route and area we are visiting is a huge help. Our research "trip" to/through the records and repositories should be no different. What we need is a genealogy road map. We will look at a number of ways of creating a research plan, using timelines, "researching" the repository, tips & tricks for packing, computer programs to help with analyzing your data before you go, and more.
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
LCGS Writers Group - For LCGS members (LCGS Activities)
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Virtually
Whether you are a beginner or have been writing for years, you are welcome to join us. Each month, the group chooses from over 260+ topics to write and share at the next month's meeting. The LCGS SIG Writers Group meets virtually on the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Meeting virtually is a great way to stay motivated in your genealogy research
If you are interested in participating, please contact Teresa Hopgood at Travelgirl757@yahoo.com.
Monday, February 7, 2022
Lakewood Ranch Genealogical Society Membership Meeting (Other Genealogy Societies)
7:00 pm
Via Zoom
Top Genealogy Reference Books — Panel Discussion followed by open discussion.
For additional information please contact LWRGenealogy@gmail.com with inquiries. Please write “LWR Genealogy" in the subject line).
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
LCGS German Roots Special Interest Group (LCGS Activities)
10:00 am
Virtual Meeting via Skype Meet Now
For LCGS Members researching their German-speaking ancestors. Members can contact Ken Weaver <kenneth.n.weaver@gmail.com> for virtual link.
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Lakewood Ranch Genealogical Society Membership Meeting (Other Genealogy Societies)
7:00 pm
Via Zoom
My Favorite Genealogy Website — Panel Discussion followed by open discussion.
For additional information please contact LWRGenealogy@gmail.com with inquiries. Please write “LWR Genealogy" in the subject line).
Friday, February 11, 2022
LCGS English Roots Special Interest Group (LCGS Activities)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Virtual Meeting using Skype Meet Now
For LCGS members researching ancestors in England. Call Bev for more information at bev.sierpina@gmail.com.
Thursday, February 17, 2022
LCGS Monthly Membership Meeting (LCGS Activities)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Genealogy Trip Experiences - US with LCGS Member Panel.
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
LCGS Writers Group - For LCGS members (LCGS Activities)
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Virtually
Whether you are a beginner or have been writing for years, you are welcome to join us. Each month, the group chooses from over 260+ topics to write and share at the next month's meeting. The LCGS SIG Writers Group meets virtually on the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Meeting virtually is a great way to stay motivated in your genealogy research
If you are interested in participating, please contact Teresa Hopgood at Travelgirl757@yahoo.com.
Saturday, March 5, 2022 through Saturday, March 5, 2022
RootsTech Connect 2022 (Conferences-Seminars)
Virtually
FamilySearch has announced that RootsTech Connect 2022 will take place on 3-5 March 2022, as a fully virtual family history event.
Monday, March 7, 2022
Lakewood Ranch Genealogical Society Membership Meeting (Other Genealogy Societies)
7:00 pm
Via Zoom
Ethnic Help — Panel Discussion followed by open discussion.
For additional information please contact LWRGenealogy@gmail.com with inquiries. Please write “LWR Genealogy" in the subject line).
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