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Several free webinars to cover tax records, National Archives records

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Several free webinars will take place this week covering: tax records, NARA and evaluating evidence.

Midwest Genealogy Center will present “Evaluating Evidence in Genealogy” on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 3 p.m. Eastern time.

Learn how to develop effective research questions, follow a research plan, and evaluate and analyze sources, information, and evidence. We will explore how to analyze evidence in accordance with the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS) to reach sound conclusions.

To register, go to: https://www.mymcpl.org/events/103385/clues-conclusion-evaluating-evidence-genealogy-hybrid

Northwest Suburban Genealogy Society will present “Researching Washington D.C. Records and Resources from Home” on Saturday, Feb. 1 at 11 a.m. Eastern time. Learn how to effectively access key genealogical resources located in the Washington, DC area. Key repositories increasingly offer extensive online access to genealogical information found in their holdings.  Discussion will include the Library of Congress, the DAR, Smithsonian Libraries, the Society of Cincinnati Library, the National Archives, Bureau of Land Management, and several others.

To register, go to: https://nwsgenealogy.org/rick-sayre-researching-washington-d-c-records-and-resources-from-home/

Solano County Genealogical Society will present “Tax Records: More Exciting Than You Might Think” on Saturday, Feb. 1 at 2 p.m. Eastern time.  Tax records can help us locate our ancestors in place and time. They can tie our ancestors to land or confirm for us that an ancestor did not own land. They can help us follow ancestral migrations and separate same-named persons. Sometimes they can help us pinpoint a death date or timeframe. Tax records can act as censuses between the censuses.

Guests are welcome to attend this event. If interested, send an email to the society at scgs@scgsca.org no later than 7 p.m. Eastern time, January 31 to request an invitation.

Dallas Genealogical Society will present “NARA MythBusters: Your Family is in the Archives” on Saturday, Feb. 1 at noon Eastern time.

All the military records were burned in the fire.” “There isn’t any birth, marriage or death information in federal records.” “There aren’t any details about ordinary families at the National Archives.” These kinds of myth-statements stop genealogists from breaking down all kinds of brick walls using the wealth of information in NARA records. Join the mythbusters with the treasures the National Archives holds for your family.

If attending online no registration is required – just use the “Join the Call” button at the URL below,  dallasgenealogy.org/event/dgs-general-meeting-31

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Italian Genealogical Group scholarship application available

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The Italian Genealogical Group, a member of the Genealogy Federation of Long Island, has announced that applications are now open for its annual scholarship.

The scholarship is for high school seniors who have one grandparent or great-grandparent who is of Italian descent. The application form must be accompanied by a letter of recommendation from a current member of the Italian Genealogical Group.

The application includes submitting a family tree and must show research done to support to the names you have shown on your family tree.

The applications forms can be obtained on the Italian Genealogical Group website at: https://www.italiangen.org/scholarships/

For any questions, please email scholarshipigg@gmail.com and put IGG Scholarship in the subject line.

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Several free genealogy webinars to cover genetic genealogy, old handwriting

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Several free genealogy webinars will take place this week covering genetic genealogy and deciphering old handwriting.

Allen County Public Library will present “Piecing Together the Past” on Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 2:30 p.m. This class offers a practical guide for exploring African American family history focusing on resources and methods to overcome obstacles in research. Participants will learn to use federal and state records, including censuses, oral histories, Freedmen’s Bureau records, slave schedules, and church records, as well as lesser-known resources like Freedman’s Bank records, military pensions, and local community archives.

To register, go to: https://acpl.libnet.info/event/12433567

St. Louis County Library will present “Next Steps in Genetic Genealogy” on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 6:30 p.m. Have you taken a DNA test, acquired a basic understanding of genetic genealogy, and want to learn more? Explore intermediate and advanced DNA analysis tools and techniques available to genealogy researchers.

To register, go to: https://slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=143027

Ela Area Public Library will present “Turning Genealogy Clues into Genealogy Dos” on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m. Eastern time. Does your genealogy research get bogged down when you find new clues about an ancestor? Stop chasing after “bright shiny objects” and learn how to research more efficiently. Participants will learn how to identify new clues in records, document new information and tuck it away for later research. In addition, we’ll focus on building better and more efficient research habits in order to stay on track and not get distracted by new clues.

To register, go to: https://eapl.libnet.info/event/12142263

Onondaga Public Libraries will present “21 Strategies for Deciphering Old Handwriting” on Friday, Jan. 24 at 10 a.m. Are you struggling to make sense of old census records, letters, or journals in your research? Learn tips from the presenter who has authored the National Genealogical Society’s Reading Old Handwriting course.

To register, go to: https://onlib-central.libcal.com/event/13768996

San Mateo County Genealogical Society will present “Translating, Transcribing and Summarizing Documents using AI” on Saturday, Jan. 25 at 1:30 p.m. Eastern time. Learn how to harness the power of artificial intelligence to assist in translating, transcribing, and summarizing a variety of genealogy records. A handwritten baptismal record from the 1800s? No problem. A faded newspaper obituary? No problem. We’ll cover the best AI platforms as well as how to craft a solid prompt to get you the results you need.

To register, go to: https://www.smcgs.org/

 

 

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Several free webinars to cover German research, Internet Archive

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Several free genealogy webinars will be offered this week covering Ancestry.com and the Library of Congress.

The Lorain County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogy Society will present “Expanding your Prussian Search: Beyond Church Records,” on Monday, January 13, at 7 pm. Sometimes, Prussian research problems cannot be undertaken using church records alone. Gain a better understanding of the importance of pursuing non-church records in historical Prussia with numerous examples and resources.

Guests can attend this free online presentation. Request a link to this ZOOM meeting by emailing meetings@loraincoogs.org and asking to be added to the list.

Omaha Public Library will present “Unlocking the Genealogical Treasure of the Library of Congress” on Tuesday, Jan. 14 at 8 p.m. Eastern time. Visiting the LOC, navigating the website or finding digitized records online from the LOC is challenging. Learn the ins and outs of this genealogical treasure trove and how to access it.

To register, go to: https://omaha.bibliocommons.com/events/671072885f5993d30fa29401

The Lee County Genealogical Society will present “Internet Archive: A Goldmine for Genealogists” on Thursday, Jan 16 at 10 a.m. The Internet Archive is a free, on-line repository rich with genealogy source documents including census images and e-books. Learn how to navigate the Internet Archive and leverage the best search strategies to download a variety of materials including archived web pages, e-books, video, audio and more.

To register, go to: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJItdOqhqDktE9H2A1Jcdi13__hN0Q5qugxM#/registration

Avon Lake Public Library will present “Doing a Deep Dive into Ancestry’s Collections” on Thursday, Jan 16 at 7 p.m. Filling out a search form on Ancestry only returns a small percentage of the millions of records available on the site. Learn how to search on Ancestry so you can find all records your ancestor may be mentioned in.

To register, go to: https://alpl.librarymarket.com/event/discover-your-past-doing-deep-dive-ancestrys-collections-44935

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Several free genealogy programs to cover pensions, immigration

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Several free genealogy webinars will take place this week covering: organization skills and railroad pensions.

Mid-Continent Public Library will present “Ports of Call” on Monday, Jan. 6 at 3 p.m.  Eastern time. Expand your understanding of U.S. ports of entry during the waves of immigration spanning the 19th and early 20th centuries. We will discuss major and minor ports, trends and policies impacting immigration research, and an overview of online and print resources to use when searching for an immigrant ancestor’s port of entry.

To register, go to: https://www.mymcpl.org/events/103417/ports-call-hybrid

Allen County Genealogy Center will present “Ancestry.com – Beyond the Basics” on Tuesday, Jan. 7 at 2:30 p.m. Ancestry.com is more than just green leaf hints and a search button. Learn to harness the power of Ancestry.com using an organized research approach, filtered searches, and the card catalog.

To register, go to: https://acpl.libnet.info/event/12433364

Allen County Genealogical Society of Indiana will present “Railroad Pensions” on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 7 p.m.  Railroad Pension Files are a wealth of primary and secondary records. These files will tell the story of your railroad worker. Railroad workers benefited from the New Deal era (1935) with the creation of the Railroad Pension Board. The Railroad Pension files should not be overlooked as a key source if your ancestor had worked for the railroad industry for over 10 years. This talk will showcase the wealth of information that hides in this collection.

To register, go to: https://www.acgsi.org/meetings.php

The New Jersey State Library will present “DNA Analysis” on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at noon. There is no doubt that the advent of DNA testing for genealogical purposes has revolutionized how people conduct their family history. DNA has provided researchers new avenues to investigate, uncovered hidden lineages, and even exposed secrets. Learn how to use DNA as a genealogical source to solve difficult research problems, break through brick walls, and prove or disprove conclusions.

To register, go to: https://www.njstatelib.org/event/webinar-dna-evidence-analysis-correlation-interpretation/

Contra Costa Genealogical Society will present “Organize Your Family History Research” on Thursday, Jan. 9 at 9:30 p.m. Eastern time. Researching your family history is a labor of love. But do you sometimes feel like you are drowning under a pile of paper, have no idea what to do with all your findings, or worse, can’t find those records on your hard drive? There are as many ways to organize your data as there are researchers. The only “right” way to organize your genealogy is to do it in a way that you will consistently follow!

To register, go to: https://cccgs.net/eventListings.php?nm=47#er99

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Legacy Family Tree Webinars offer programs in January

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Legacy Family Tree Webinars will offer several free programs in January. All times are Eastern time.

Wednesday, Jan. 8 – 8 p.m. – Genealogy Meets AI: Panel Discussion

Friday, Jan. 10 – 2 p.m. – Researching in Yorkshire

Wednesday, Jan. 15 – 2 p.m. – Collaborative Trees: Making Them Work for You

Friday, Jan. 17 – 2 p.m. – Las Californias: Alta, Baja and Beyond

Wednesday, Jan. 22 – 2 p.m. – Using the Collaborate Tool at FamilySearch

Wednesday, Jan. 29 – 2  p.m. – Researching the Great Migration of New England, 1620-1640

All webinars are free for the first 7 days after the presentation. To register for any of the programs, go to: https://familytreewebinars.com/upcoming-webinars/

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