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Several local groups to have virtual meetings in January

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Several local genealogy groups will be having free virtual meetings in January.

Wednesday, Jan. 6 – Connetquot Public Library – 7 p.m. – “Making the Most of Ancestry.com”

For Zoom login information, email dhaberst@connetquotlibrary.org

Thursday, Jan. 7 – German Genealogy Group – 7:30 p.m. – “German Americans in Word War I”

This is a members only program. Members will be sent a link to the program. To become a member, go to: www.germangenealogygroup.com

Saturday, Jan. 9 – Italian Genealogical Group – 10:30 a.m. – “Martha Benschura: Enemy Alien”

This program is open to the public. Check the IGG website, www.italiangen.org, for log-in information.

Saturday, Jan. 16 – Irish Family History Forum – 11 a.m. –  “Novel New York City Records”

This is a members only program. Members will be sent a link to the program. To become a member, go to:  www.ifhf.org

Sunday, Jan. 24– Jewish Genealogy Society of Long Island – 2 p.m. – “Jewish Records Indexing – Poland”

This program is open to the public. Check the website, http://jgsli.org for more information.

The Patchogue-Medford Public Library will offer free Genealogy Research Discussion Group meetings on Jan. 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 10 a.m. To register, go to the library website Calendar of Events – https://pmlib.org

In addition, the Brentwood Public Library will offer free webinars on Jan. 8,15, 22 and 29  at 3:30 p.m. on a variety of topics. To register, go to the library website Calendar of Events – https://brentwoodnylibrary.org

 

 

 

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Several free webinars offered at the end of December

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Several free webinars will be offered at the end of December.

The New Jersey Family History Institute will present “New Jersey Probate Records” on Tuesday, Dec. 22 at 8 p.m. In this webinar, learn about the probate and administration processes in New Jersey and the abundance of records they can create. The presentation will cover estate records from the Proprietary period to the present, uses for establishing kinship, research strategies, key locations of records, and more.

To register, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rx8Z5NZDSuKQWR_Tq2UxNA

The Allen County Public Library will present “Do They Really Know It’s Christmas? A Look at the Realities and Fantasies of Civil War Christmases” on Tuesday, Dec. 22 at 2:30 p.m. Trying to have a picturesque holiday this year, even with all the craziness? You’re not alone! Take a look back at the Christmases during the Civil War and the harsh reality of the Lincoln Presidency alongside the interpretations designed to make everything a bit more cheerful. Registration is required.

To register, go to: https://acpl.libnet.info/event/4713927

The Allen County Public Library will present “Exploring Manufacturers Schedules” on Tuesday, Dec. 29 at 2:30 p.m. As early as 1810, the U.S. government gathered basic information and statistics from a variety of manufactures. Learn about investments of owners, wages of employees, products produced and more.  See how  you might add some of this information to your family story. Register in advance for this program.

To register, go to: https://acpl.libnet.info/event/4723939

Legacy Family Tree Webinars will present “Ten Databases You Need to Know About” on Wednesday, Dec. 30 at 2 p.m. Researchers depend on the internet but often look at only a few sites. These 10 databases are not frequently visited but should be.

To register, go to: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4298272831869741836

Orange County California Genealogical Society will present a two-part DNA program on Saturday, Jan. 2 beginning at 1 p.m. The first part of the program will be “Endogamy Explained.” Endogamy is the practice of marrying within a limited community or group over many generations for cultural or religious reasons or due to geographic isolation. The second part of the program will be “I Tested My DNA – Now What?” This presentation provides step-by-step guidance on how to approach the analysis of autosomal DNA testing results.

To register, go to: https://occgs.com/mtg_event/calendar.html

 

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Several free genealogy webinars scheduled for this week

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Several genealogy societies will be presenting free webinars this week.

The Wisconsin Genealogical Society will present “Researching Displaced Persons” on Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 8 p.m. In this lecture the focus will be on  researching those who were displaced, across parts of Europe and elsewhere globally. Why displacement might occur and where, as well as the impact that has on the ability for genealogists to find their forebears. Learn about occupations, religious influence and surnames and consider the changing of names and the wider concept of individuals starting over.

To register, go to: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2380875185849521677

Legacy Family Tree Webinars will present “Ten Best Sources for Determining Your Immigrant Ancestor’s Town of Origin” on Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. Determining your immigrant ancestor’s exact town of origin is the key to successful research across the pond. In this webinar, learn about the best US sources that might name your ancestor’s town or village, and how to prioritize your search and set expectations for tracking down key records in foreign repositories.

To register, go to: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6758790738528378114

JewishGen Talks will present “Roots of Jews from the Ottoman Empire” on Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. The Jews who inhabited the territory of the Ottoman Empire in the 16th-20th centuries played a major role in Jewish history and culture. Usually they are considered Sephardi.  Alongside the real Sephardim, there are families for which one part of their ancestors never lived on the Iberian Peninsula: descendants of Jews from different regions of Italy, Jews from French Provence, migrants from North Africa, Ashkenazim and, in the south-east of the empire, Mizrahim.

To register, go to: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HS8lyoG0Rr6m8A8AnK7Vog

The Midwest Genealogy Center (Kansas City, MO) will present “Research Your Word War II Veteran” on Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 7 p.m. Piece together your WWII veteran’s military experience using web resources, library resources, and outside sources. Learn what records still exist and how to locate them. Registration will close at 12:00 pm the day before the program. Participants will be emailed a Zoom access code the day of the program. Please include your email in the registration.

To register, go to: https://www.mymcpl.org/events/68659/researching-your-world-war-ii-veteran-zoom

The Southern California Genealogical Society will present “Bounty Land: It’s Complicated” on Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 9 p.m. Bounty land was offered as compensation for soldiers who fought in the Revolution, War of 1812, and Mexican War, but veterans of these wars didn’t simply take up residence on their land grants. Some did, but many people who weren’t veterans ended up with these lands. Learn about the laws, all the people who got involved, and where to find the records.

To register, go to: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/296613456415783681

American Ancestors will present “Tips for Interviewing Relatives” on Thursday, Dec. 17 at 3 p.m. The oral tradition of a family is perhaps just as important as the evidence you find in document-based research. But how do you start the conversation, stay on track, and record the information provided? This webinar will offer some valuable tips and techniques for interviewing relatives and suggest strategies for encouraging family to talk!

To register, go to: https://hubs.americanancestors.org/interviewing-relatives

The Florida State Genealogical Society will present “How Research Plans Can Up Your Genealogical Game” on Thursday, Dec. 17 at 8 p.m. Research is more effective and productive if we make a plan before we dive in. Without planning, we run the risk of overlooking or misunderstanding important records. Learn the steps and techniques of research planning that will save time and frustration and can even help break down brick walls.

To register, go to: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6965656155468940812

The Utah Genealogical Association will present “Is My Great-Grandmother Really Native American? Introduction to Native American Research” on Thursday, Dec. 17 at 9 p.m. Many families have the oral history that an ancestor was Native American. Minnesota has a significant Native American community and a long history of interaction with non-Native populations over centuries. How does a family researcher begin to discover if it is true that an ancestor is of Native background? What federal, state, and tribal records are available?

To register, go to: https://ugagenealogy.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pqq-Fcc6RkqF-Vgdw9CXnQ

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MyHeritage.com continues Facebook Live sessions

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MyHertitage.com will be offering more Facebook Live Sessions in December. Even if you can’t make it to the live events, you can still watch all recorded Facebook Live sessions in the videos section of the MyHeritage Facebook page.

No advance registration is required for these sessions: you can join them straight from the Facebook page. Visit the page when the session is scheduled to start, and look for the live video broadcast at the top of the feed. You’ll be able to ask questions in the comments, and the speakers will respond to them live. All sessions begin at 2 p.m. Eastern time.

December 9
Topic: Dragging Genealogy Information Out of Your Family Members

December 14
Topic: Expanding Your Family Circle on MyHeritage

December 16
Topic: Finding Her Voice: 3 Steps for Researching Female Ancestors

December 23
Topic: Exploring the MyHeritage Record Collections: The Outstanding and the Unusual

December 28
Topic: Holiday Family History Fun With Kids

December 30
Topic: End of the Year Facebook Live Bonanza! with Special guest speakers

In addition, there will be a live session on Instagram this month.  Genealogist Maureen Taylor, also known as “The Photo Detective,” will be offering a session called “Suitable for Mailing: Photo Postcards in the Family” on Monday, December 21 at 2 p.m.

To join, make sure you’re following MyHeritage’s account on Instagram. When it’s time for the session, just enter the app and you’ll see the logo at the top of your screen with a ring around it and the word LIVE. Tap the photo to join.

 

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Many free genealogy webinars to take place this week

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The New York Public Library will present “Introduction to African American Genealogy” on Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 1 p.m. From 1565 to 1790, Africans comprised over a third of the roughly one million newcomers to what would become the United States. Centuries of local and federal laws related to the livelihood of black Americans have created a complex paper trail of genealogical resources.  This class aims to provide introductory historical context and recommend basic research methods in the pursuit of African-American family history.

To register, go to: https://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2020/12/08/introduction-african-american-genealogy

Allen County Public Library will present “Pennsylvania Genealogy” on Tuesday, Dec. 8 at 2:30 p.m. Pennsylvania was an important crossroads in colonial America; many of us can trace of our genealogies there. This lecture will present an overview of how to conduct research in Pennsylvania and the different kinds of records one will find there.  Register in advance for this program!

To register, go to: https://acpl.libnet.info/event/4715570

The New York State Library will present “British Colonial Period in New York State: Resources Available at the New York State Library” on Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 11 a.m. The New York State Library has a variety of primary documents on the history of Colonial New York. The collection includes: muster rolls, land purchase agreements, map, colonial laws, personal papers and microfilm collections of original documents from the British Records office.  This lecture will give an overview of the resources and highlight specific titles.

To register, go to: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElcuqvpjIoG9N2bw6Gijd0ulY-Px3DPQlH

JewishGen Talks will present “Roots of Jews from Eastern Europe” on Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. According to the traditional point of view, the ancestors of all Ashkenazi Jews lived in the Middle Ages in the Rhineland, western Germany. The provenance from Germany seems also to be confirmed by the daily use of Yiddish. Alongside the migrants from the Rhineland, there are Jewish ancestors who spoke Slavic languages in the Middle Ages and lived in the Czech lands as well as in the territories of modern western Ukraine and western Belarus.

To register, go to: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-n6dV3KiREu7aV4IPMqU3w\

Legacy Family Tree Webinars will present “The Most Prominent Citizens: Using County Histories” on Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. County histories bring rich possibilities to our research through biographical and historical sketches. They provide an abundance of FAN Club members and research clues. Using a case study, we will examine the methodology of the FAN Club and make some breakthroughs in the research using county history sketches. This webinar will also discuss where researchers can go to find county histories for their own research.

To register, go to:https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5616231031344967426

American Ancestors will present “Finding the Living: Doing Descendancy Research” on Thursday, Dec. 10 at 3 p.m. In this webinar,  learn how descendancy research, i.e. tracing all descendants of an individual to the present, can help you further your research. Whether you are building out your ancestors’ network of extended family, hoping to understand DNA connections, working on a study project, creating a family association, or just want to connect with distant family, this webinar will give you the necessary tools and strategies for finding living relations.

To register, go to: https://hubs.americanancestors.org/finding-the-living

The Connecticut Society of Genealogists will present “Early Connecticut Vital Records” on Thursday, Dec. 10 at 1 p.m. The Barbour Index is a generally accurate source for pre 1850 Connecticut vital records that is easy to access and easy to use. This webinar explains where to find the whole of this great secondary source and what every genealogist must do before relying upon it. While Barbour managed to compile well over a million early Connecticut vital records in this Index, he missed hundreds of accessible sources  This webinar identifies these additional vital records sources and how they can be accessed by researchers. Also covered is the best way to research Connecticut church and cemetery records.

To register, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEudOGsqDMrGdYJvsHw9E3E3dcxk7wonkiA

The Georgia Genealogical Society will present “Same Name, Must Be the Same Person” on Thursday, Dec. 10 at 8 p.m. An unprepared family historian can waste valuable research time tracking a supposed ancestor who isn’t actually in the person’s family; on the other hand, the family historian might not realize that an ancestor used more than one name. This webinar discusses points related to personal identity to keep in mind when researching. Learn the kinds of unique identifiers that you can use to recognize ancestors, no matter what name they used, and differentiate them from other same-named people. To register, go to: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4622413263568698635

The Appleton Public Library will present “Getting Started in Italian Genealogy” on Saturday, Dec. 12 at 3 p.m. Eastern time. Explore your Italian ancestors with American Ancestors Senior Genealogist Rhonda R. McClure. In this Zoom meeting, learn how to get started in researching Italian genealogy including essential records and resources to succeed.

To register, go to: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Lu1n85DWTG2Tzu1pq_lT0A

The St. Joseph County Public Library will present “Journey into German Genealogy” on Saturday, Dec. 12 at 10:30 a.m. This program will offer useful tips and tricks for those getting started in German genealogy research. Learn how to find and use records available online and in print to track down your ancestors in America and across the pond. Speaker Katherine Schober recently presented a four part series of lectures for the Germany Genealogy Group. She is the author of “The Magic of German Church Records.”
There is a limited number of attendees for this program. To register, go to: https://sjcpl.libnet.info/event/4593357

The Sacramento Public Library will present “Beginning German Genealogy: How to Get Started” on Saturday, Dec. 12 at 4 p.m. Eastern time. Have you been wondering how to start researching your German ancestors?  This program will give you the tools you need to find the important resources and read the script, so that you can trace your family before their arrival in this country.

This program will take place on Zoom. Please RSVP to Jennifer at contact@saclibrary.org to confirm your attendance. An email invitation with the Zoom meeting log-in information will be sent before the program.

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ScottishIndexes to present free workshop December 6

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ScottishIndexes.com will be sponsoring a free genealogy workshop on Sunday, December 6.

The event can be accessed through the website or its Facebook Group, www.facebook.com/groups/scottishindexes. You will need to join the Facebook group in order to view the lectures on Facebook. All times are Eastern time.

10:10 a.m. – The Highlands: Jacobites, Clearances and Emigration

11:15 a.m. – Orkney Family History Society

11:30 a.m.  – Using Kirk Session Records

12:30 p.m. – Your Burning DNA Questions

1:30 p.m. – Using FindMyPast to go Beyond Basic Birth, Marriage & Death Records

2:30 p.m. – Genealogy Q&A

3:30 p.m.  – Borders Family History Society

4 p .m. – Understanding Scottish Inheritance Records

5 p.m. – Researching Scottish Ancestors from a Distance

 

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Ancestry.com provides free remote access through March 2021

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Some good news for local genealogists — Ancestry.com is providing free remote access to Ancestry Library Edition now through the end of March 2021 to anyone with library cards in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Just go to your home library website, go to the database section and look if your library subscribes to Ancestry.com.

As previously mentioned in another post, Ancestry.com is also providing free remote access to anyone who has a New York Public Library card.

For anyone outside of the Long Island, New York City area, check with your local library to see if you can use your library card for free access to Ancestry.com.

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Local genealogy groups to host virtual meetings

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Several local genealogy groups will be having free virtual meetings in December.

Thursday, Dec. 3 – German Genealogy Group – 7:30 p.m. – “Quarantined: Genealogy, the Law and Public Health ”

This is a members only program. Members will be sent a link to the program. To become a member, go to: www.germangenealogygroup.com

Wednesday, Dec. 9 – Jewish Genealogy Society of Long Island – 7 p.m. – “Chanukah Trivia Contest”

This is a members only program. To become a member, go to:  http://jgsli.org

Saturday, Dec. 12 – Italian Genealogical Group – 10:30 a.m. – “Video Cooking Demonstration”

This is a members only program. Members will be sent a link to the program. To become a member, go to: www.italiangen.org

Saturday, Dec. 19 – Irish Family History Forum – 11 a.m. –  “Novel New York City Records”

This is a members only program. Members will be sent a link to the program. To become a member, go to:  www.ifhf.org

Sunday, Dec. 20 – Jewish Genealogy Society of Long Island – 2 p.m. – “Research in Galicia, Germany, Lithuania and Ukraine”

This is a members only program. Check the website, http://jgsli.org for more information.

The Patchogue-Medford Public Library will offer free Genealogy Research Discussion Group meetings on Dec. 2, 9 and 16 at 10 a.m. To register, go to the library website Calendar of Events – https://pmlib.org

In addition, the Brentwood Public Library will offer free webinars on Dec. 4, 11 and 18 at 2 p.m. on a variety of topics. To register, go to the library website Calendar of Events – https://brentwoodnylibrary.org

 

 

 

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