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New York genealogy groups offer free programs in January

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Organizations of the Genealogy Federation of Long Island will be offering free genealogy programs in January.

Monday, Jan. 3 – “Introduction to Genealogy Research” – Brentwood Public Library – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Virtual

To register, go to: https://brentwood.librarycalendar.com/events/intro-genealogy

Wednesday, Jan. 5 – Genealogy Research Discussion Group – Virtual

Go to: https://pmlib.org/ and click on Events and Classes to register.

Thursday, Jan. 6 – “Searching for Germanic Roots” – German Genealogy Group – 7:30-8:30 p.m. – Hybrid

Hicksville V.F.W.

Saturday, Jan. 8  – “Genealogy Research Beyond the Internet” – Huntington Historical Society – 11 a.m. – In person

South Huntington Public Library

Saturday, Jan. 8 – “Types of Italian Military Records and Where to Find Them” –  Italian Genealogical Group – 11 a.m. – noon – Hybrid

Bethpage Public Library

Friday, Jan. 14 – “Uncovering African American Roots” – Brentwood Public Library – 3:30-4:30 p.m. – Virtual

To register, go to: https://brentwood.librarycalendar.com/events/uncovering-african-american-roots

Saturday. Jan. 15 – “The 1950 U.S. Federal Census” – Irish Family History Forum – hybrid

Bethpage Public Library

Wednesday, Jan. 19 – Genealogy Research Discussion Group – 10-11 a.m. – Virtual

Go to: https://pmlib.org/ and click on Events and Classes to register.

Wednesday, Jan. 19 – “Update on Alex Krakovsky Project for Russia Records” – Jewish Genealogy Society of Long Island – 7-8 p.m. – Virtual

Check the JGSLI website and Facebook page for link to the meeting.

Wednesday, Jan. 26 – “Telling Your Ancestors’ Legacy so Your Family Will Listen” – Connetquot Public Library – 7-8:30 p.m. – In person

Contact Diane at familyhistory@connetquotlibrary.org

Sunday, Jan. 30 – “Romaniote Jews in New York” – Jewish Genealogy Society of Long Island – 2- 4 p.m. – In person

Mid Island Y-JCC in Plainview

For more information on the Genealogy Federation of Long Island, go to: gfli.net

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Ancestry.com Library Edition remote access ends on Jan. 1, 2022

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Just a reminder – Ancestry.com Library Edition, which has had free remote access since March 2020, will no longer be available from home starting on Jan. 1, 2022.

Take advantage of all it has to offer before the remote access ends.

Starting on Jan. 1, 2022, Ancestry.com Library edition will only be available in person at your local public library.

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Registration is now open for RootsTech 2022

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Registration is now open for RootsTech 2022, sponsored by FamilySearch.org

This free virtual conference will take place from March 3-5, 2022. There will be inspiring keynote speakers, unlimited access to over 1,500 sessions and an Expo Hall with companies from around the world.

You can still view sessions from RootsTech 2021 by going to: https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/rtc2021/

To register for RootsTech 2022, go to: https://www.familysearch.org/rootstech/next/

 

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Several free webinars offered to cover 1950 census, WeRelate

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Two free genealogy webinars will be offered this week covering the topics of the 1950 census and the website WeRelate.

Wisconsin State Genealogical Society will present “Getting Ready for the 1950 Census” on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 8 p.m. Eastern time. The results of the 1950 U.S. Census will be made public on Friday, April 1, 2022. It’s never too early to prepare for this valuable data related to U.S. genealogy research! Participants will get up to speed on the history of the 1950 U.S. Census, why the 1950 U.S. Census form is radically different than previous forms, and how the data will be accessed. In addition, we’ll cover what you can do NOW to prepare for the release of the 1950 U.S. Census as well as volunteer projects related to indexing and finding aids.

To register, go to: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7877661475352706319

The Allen County Public Library will present “What is WeRelate and How Can I Use it?” on Tuesday, Dec. 21 at 2:30 p.m. What is WeRelate? It is a one of the freely licensed genealogy wiki, with almost 5 million wiki pages. This program will help you to understand WeRelate; and show how you can create pages to be added to this wiki. Also, find ways to locate other relatives that are in this wiki and jointly work with other relatives to add details and stories.

To register, go to: https://acpl.libnet.info/event/5834650

JewishGen Talks will present “DNA for Adoptees” on Wendesday, Dec. 22 at 2 p.m. Adopted at birth, the presenter found much more than he expected when he turned to DNA testing to connect with his biological family. The surprises he found culminated in meeting a previously unknown half sister and a cousin with whom he attended high school.

To register, go to: https://898a.blackbaudhosting.com/898a/JewishGen-Talks-DNA-for-Adoptees-How-Instead-of-a-Bicycle-I-Got-a-Sister-for-My-Birthday?fbclid=IwAR2duzAxka0XtDveEG5KXD6LjPlLlLuZH-Cz_OL-esHxPhzZg1c7vJwFi9Q

 

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Family History Centers reopen in NYC, Long Island

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After being closed since March 2020, two Family History Centers have recently reopened in Manhattan and on Long Island.

The New York Family History Center, 125 Columbus Avenue near Lincoln Center, reopened earlier in December.

It will take time to offer as many hours as pre-Covid because the Center is staffed entirely with volunteers. Hours will increase as more volunteers are available. Masks are required due to the small space at the Family History Center.

Operating hours will be updated weekly and can be found at: https://www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/New_York_City_New_York_Family_History_Center

To volunteer, or just ask questions, please email: NY_NewYorkCity@familyhistorymail.org

In addition, the Plainview Family History Center on Long Island re-opened at the end of November. Masks are required there as well, (again there is a small space) and there will be limits on the number of persons allowed in the library at one time. Other rooms may be available for use utilizing your own personal device with access to the FamilySearch WiFi.

There will be time limits for Family History Center computers if other patrons are waiting. It is suggested to bring your own personal computing device and a storage device such as a flashdrive.

Operating hours can be found at:
https://www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/Plainview_New_York_Family_History_Center

For questions or more information, call 516 -433-0122 during operating hours.

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Several free genealogy webinars cover census research, royal relatives

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Several free genealogy webinars will be offering this week covering: census records, passenger lists, maps and organizational skills.

The Allen County Public Library will present “Researching Passenger Lists” on Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 2:30 p.m. Learn the history of ship passenger lists for vessels arriving at U.S. ports in the 19th and 20th centuries, and how to get started using the research methods and resources related to passenger list information.

To register, go to: https://acpl.libnet.info/event/5834600

Southern California Genealogical Society will present “Getting Ready for the 1950 Census” on Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 9 p.m. Many genealogists remember the amount of excitement in April 2012 around the release of the 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!

To register, go to: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3530956659963885067

Legacy Family Tree Webinars will present “Navigating the NARA website” on Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) website has a wealth of resources that can be used for genealogical research. Information about records located at NARA in Washington, DC, and the NARA regional branches is online and waiting for you to discover them. Some of the actual records are even online and don’t require a visit. This webinar will guide you through the different areas of the website, show the resources available there, and how to use those resources for your research.

To register, go to: https://familytreewebinars.com/webinar/navigating-the-nara-website/

American Ancestors will present “Finding Royal Connections in Your Family Tree” on Thursday, Dec. 16 at 3 p.m. So, you think you’re descended from royalty? You might be surprised to learn that a large number of Americans can claim descent from European nobility. In this webinar, learn to navigate some of the first steps in uncovering and proving your descent from British, French, and German royalty from the 10th through the 17th centuries. Also discover several go-to published and online resources that can assist you along the way.

To register, go to: https://hubs.americanancestors.org/royal_connections

Florida State Genealogical Society will present “Organize Like an Archivist” on Thursday, Dec. 16 at 8 p.m. Organizing genealogy research is essential to preserve your hard work. This webinar 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.

To register, go to: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1567554348204381966

The Utah Genealogical Association will present “Google My Maps: Visualizing Your Ancestors Lives” on Thursday, Dec. 16 at 9 p.m. Eastern time. Google My Maps gives a way to visualize our ancestors’ lives, from migration patterns, cemetery locations, trip planning, to helping decide if documents and facts, are really plausible for an ancestor. Learn the basic features of Google My Maps, and start visualizing your ancestor.

To register, go to: https://ugagenealogy.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1LluPTzrQtG-CUSEe78kJg

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WikiTree offers assistance with African American research

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The all-volunteer U.S. Black Heritage Project is teaming up with Wiki Tree to promote the Black Heritage Family Builders Program.

The Black Heritage Family Builders Program is offering to build a family tree for anyone with Black heritage for free and with privacy protections.

To request this free service, volunteers need enough information to connect a single African-American family members to the 1940 U.S. census or other public records from the 1940s.

The U.S. Black Heritage Project’s goal is to add 50,000 African-American profiles to WikiTree in 2021.

To fill out a request form to participate in this project, go to:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeL4bCdqFVsAXY4SNiIHKWKfthIMd6xYsiHHJNxrU9fDmPfYg/viewform

For more information about the Black Heritage Family Builders Program, go to:  https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Space:US_Black_Heritage_Family_Builders_Team

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Several free genealogy webinars offered this week

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Several free webinars will be offered this week covering: DNA testing, African American research and digital newspapers.

New York Public Library will present “Advanced Steps in African American Genealogy” on Tuesday, Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. After exhausting basic introductory resources, discover some recommended next steps in the pursuit of genealogical and local history resources useful in African American research.

To register, go to: https://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2021/12/07/advanced-steps-african-american-genealogy

San Angelo Genealogical and Historical Society will present “Did I Get Everything? Creating a Checklist for Genealogy Research” on Tuesday, Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. Are you really done with researching that ancestor? Many genealogists think they have a brick wall when, in fact, they just haven’t done a “reasonably exhaustive search.” Learn how to identify gaps in your genealogy research and then move to the next level of research. These levels include using genealogy networks, going beyond online research with the help of Family Search Centers and other “offline” resources, and crafting a genealogy research checklist.

To register, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZclcOyrpzooHt0gi62bfB8lrsOdh2nd5Iva

JewishGen Talks will present “Learn How to Make Sense of Your Ashkenazi Jewish DNA Results” on Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. This webinar will include an overview of how testing works, why there are so many potential relative matches (endogamy), techniques for sifting through data, real-word case studies, and advice for working effectively with DNA to expand your family trees.

To register, go to: https://898a.blackbaudhosting.com/898a/JewishGen-Talks-Learn-How-to-Make-Sense-of-Your-Ashkenazi-Jewish-DNA-Results?fbclid=IwAR2yl7oc9XEEL_YJEnEQnjhfbW_Ytz-0N98BCWvxFUFkZ3RoUNPy-HRaTx0

Connecticut Society of Genealogists will present “Chronicling America Newspaper Digital Project” on Thursday, Dec. 9 at 6 p.m. Join the Connecticut Digital Newspaper Project (CDNP) to learn about the historic Connecticut newspapers freely available online in the Library of Congress’ Chronicling America newspaper database. In this presentation, there will be an overview of the project, showcase the newspapers that were digitized, and demonstrate how to find and use the newspapers in Chronicling America.

To register, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEudOioqzopGN0M0-srHpPX77PEl9gJcY4P

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Historic newspaper website adds titles for Otsego County

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The New York State Historic Newspapers website has recently added many new titles for Otsego County.

Cherry Valley Gazette – 1818-19??

Milford Tidings – 1889-1897

Morris Chronicle – 186?-1965

Otsego Democrat – 1847-1855

Otsego Farmer – 1885-1910

Otsego Journal – 1876-1965

Otsego Republican – 1831-1855; 1861-1867; 1878-1910

Richfield Springs Daily – 1888-1918

Richfield Springs Mercury – 1867-1973

The Tocsin – 1829-1831

The Undadilla Times – 1876-1967

The Watch-Tower – 1814-1831

The Worcester Times – 1875-1968

To check out these and other newspapers, go to: https://nyshistoricnewspapers.org/

 

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MyHeritage.com offers free access to city directories collection

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MyHeritage.com will be offering free access to its U.S. city directories from today through Dec. 7, 2021.

The U.S. city directories collection contains over 561 million records, published between 1860 to 1960. Some of the information you can find in directories include: names of spouses, addresses, occupations and workplaces.

To get started searching, go to: https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-10705/us-city-directories

 

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