Friday, December 30, 2011

Using the GPS Module with Heritage Collector Free webinar.

Getting Started with Heritage Collector free webinar
  Using the GPS Module

Tuesday January 3, 2012
6-7:00 PM - Pacific
7-8:00 PM  - Mountain
8-9:00 PM - Central
9-10:00 PM - Eastern


Taught By Marlo Schuldt


 Functions included in the GPS Maps module.

  • Learn how to get GPS coordinates from a GPS device.
  • Associate GPS coordinates with a grave or other family history location.
  • Automatically create GPS maps.
  • Create and share GPS Maps (PDFs).


Wednesday, December 28, 2011

10 Ways to Jump Start Your Genealogy in 2012



Join the Illinois State Genealogical Society for its new webinar series on the 2nd Tuesday of each month!

On January 10, 2012, ISGS presents 10 Ways to Jump Start Your Genealogy in 2012 presented by Thomas MacEntee.

Whether you've been stuck in a rut with your genealogy research for the past year or you just want to expand the ways in which you pursue your family history, join ISGS for this fun and informative FREE webinar. Presented by nationally-known genealogist, educator and author Thomas MacEntee, you'll find out how to energize your research and hit the ground running in 2012.
Title:10 Ways to Jump Start Your Genealogy in 2012
Date:Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Time:8:00 PM - 9:30 PM CST
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.
System Requirements
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer
Space is limited.
Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/889377446

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Free Webinar: Introduction to the 1940 Federal Census


When: Monday, January 9th, 2012

Time: 7:00pm Eastern

Presenter: Constance Potter, archivist and genealogist
Topic: Introduction of the 1940 Federal Census

Sponsor: Friends of the National Archives Southeast Region, Inc.

You won't want to miss this timely presentation by Connie Potter. Connie is a reference archivist at the National Archives and Records Administration in Washington, DC, and specializes in federal records of interest to genealogists. She has a particular interest in, and affection for, federa

l census records. Potter has worked on the openings of the 1920, 1930, and, now, the 1940 census.

Although the webinar is free of charge, registration is required. Please join us!



Saturday, December 17, 2011

GGS Free Webinar: GenealogyBank.com


When: Monday, December 19th, 2011

Time: 8:00pm Eastern

Presenter: Mr. Thomas Kemp

Topic: Using GenealogyBank.com Effectively and Efficiently

Sponsor: Georgia Genealogical Society


GenealogyBank.com is a fee based website providing a comprehensive historical newspapers (with additional entries added frequently). The site is a great resource for genealogists and historians. This past week provided the ggs webmaster with two essential pieces of information for breaking down brick walls.


Although the webinar is free of charge, registration is required. Please join us!



Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Children and Genealogy in the Classroom by Maureen Taylor - free webinar now online

We all hope to have someone follow through with our genealogy when we are gone. If you have a child, grandchild, student, or a scout - you need to watch the recording of today's webinar by Maureen Taylor. In Children and Genealogy in the Classroom, Maureen gave many ideas on getting the young ones interested in family history.

By the way - today's webinar was number 50 since we began in September 2010 - and our 41st this year alone. It is exciting to be part of something that has extended the reach of genealogy education. Thanks to all of our wonderful speakers and attendees!

View the recording
If you could not make it to the live event or just want to watch it again, the 1 hour 28 minute recording of Children and Genealogy in the Classroom is now available to view in our webinar archives. Visit www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/webinars.asp to watch. It is available for free until December 26, 2011.
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Pre-order the webinar-on-CD
Own your own copy of Children and Genealogy in the Classroom by purchasing the webinar-on-CD for just $9.95. It includes the 1 hour 28 minute recording of the class, the complete Q/A session, and 2 pages of handouts. Click here for more information or to purchase.

Maureen is also the author of:
Special discount coupon
Since nearly everything in the online store is already discounted for our 2011 Christmas sale, there was no special coupon code announced. Even the popular Flip-Pal Mobile Scanner's discount has been extended through the end of the year.

Register for our upcoming webinars (free)
  • Digital Books and Sites for Genealogists with James Tanner, January 4.
  • Pilgrims and Patriots: Discovering Your Massachusetts Ancestors with Marian Pierre-Louis, January 18.
  • Ten Brick Wall Tips for Beginners with Marian Pierre-Louis, February 15.
  • Organizing and Sharing Digital Images with Geoff Rasmussen, February 29.
  • Are You Ready for the 1940 U.S. Census Images with Thomas MacEntee, March 7.
Click here to register.

See you online!

Monday, December 12, 2011

Children and Genealogy in the Classroom - free webinar this Wednesday, December 14 by Maureen Taylor

If you have children or grandchildren, you won't want to miss this free webinar presented by Maureen Taylor:

Grab and hold the attention of kids with a series of multicultural genealogical activities developed for use in the classroom, but useful for kids in any setting. The material in this lecture is based on Maureen's experience teaching school-age children about family and local history.

The live webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 2PM Eastern U.S., so register today to reserve your virtual seat. Registration is free but space is limited to the first 1,000 people to join that day.

Registerbut

About the presenter
Maureen Taylor is an internationally recognized expert on the intersection of history, genealogy, and photography. She has been featured in top media outlets, including The View, Better Homes & Gardens, the Boston Globe, Martha Stewart Living, MSNBC, DIY: Scrapbooking, PBS Ancestors, Creative Memories' Lasting Moments, DearMyrtle, and Satisfaction Magazine. Maureen is the author of a number of books and magazine articles, as well as a contributing editor at Family Tree Magazine. The Wall Street Journal calls Maureen “the nation’s foremost historical photo detective.” Sign up for Maureen’s free e-newsletter at www.MaureenTaylor.com. She is also the author of the following webinar CDs:
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Webinar time
The webinar will be live on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at:
  • 2pm Eastern (U.S.)
  • 1pm Central
  • 12pm Mountain/Arizona
  • 11am Pacific
  • 7pm GMT
Or use this Time Zone Converter.

Here's how to attend:
  1. Register at www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/webinars.asp today. It's free!
  2. You will receive a confirmation email containing a link to the webinar.
  3. You will receive a reminder email during the week prior to the webinar.
  4. Calculate your time zone by clicking here.
  5. Click on the webinar link (found in confirmation and reminder emails) prior to the start of the webinar. Arrive early as the room size is limited to the first 1,000 arrivals that day.
  6. Listen via headset (USB headsets work best), your computer speakers, or by phone.
We look forward to seeing you all there!

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Tracing Immigrant Ancestors by Lisa Alzo - free webinar now online

Lisa-alzo-100If you have ancestors who came to America, you need to watch the recording of today's webinar by Lisa Alzo. Tracking down our immigrant ancestors can often be a daunting task. Lisa showed us tips and tricks for locating and searching passenger lists and other key immigration documents both on and offline.

View the recording
If you could not make it to the live event or just want to watch it again, the 1 hour 32 minute recording of Tracing Immigrant Ancestors is now available to view in our webinar archives. Visit www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/webinars.asp to watch. It is available for free until December 19, 2011.
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Pre-order the webinar-on-CD
Own your own copy of Tracing Immigrant Ancestors by purchasing the webinar-on-CD for just $9.95. It includes the 1 hour 32 minute recording of the class, the complete Q/A session, and 30 pages of handouts. Click here for more information or to purchase.

Lisa is also the author of our Ready, Set, Write! Share Your Family's Story webinar-on-CD.

Special discount coupon
Since nearly everything in the online store is already discounted for our 2011 Christmas sale, there was no special coupon code announced. Even the popular Flip-Pal Mobile Scanner's discount has been extended through the end of the year.

Register for our upcoming webinars (free)
  • "Is My Pet Frog Part of My Family?" Children and Genealogy in the Classroom with Maureen Taylor, December 14.
  • Digital Books and Sites for Genealogists with James Tanner, January 4.
  • Pilgrims and Patriots: Discovering Your Massachusetts Ancestors with Marian Pierre-Louis, January 18.
  • Ten Brick Wall Tips for Beginners with Marian Pierre-Louis, February 15.
  • Are You Ready for the 1940 U.S. Census Images with Thomas MacEntee, March 7.
Click here to register.

See you online!

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

FREE Introduction to Genetic Genealogy at Family Tree DNA




Introduction to Genetic Genealogy at Family Tree DNA

What is Genetic Genealogy? What tests are available and which one should I order? How much does a Genetic Genealogy test cost? Do I need to be a geneticist to understand my results?

If you're a complete beginner to Genetic Genealogy and want the answers to these questions and more, then this webinar is for you! Attendees will learn about the history of genetic genealogy, be introduced to DNA basics and inheritance paths, learn about the different types of DNA tests available for genealogy at Family Tree DNA, and learn about resources that will help you make the most of your Genetic Genealogy experience.


COST: Free!

Thursday, December 8, 2011
10am Pacific
11am Mountain
12pm Central
1pm Eastern
6pm GMT

Register at:
http://www.relativeroots.net/webinars/intro-ftdna/

View Live or On-Demand
Attend live at the scheduled time, or view a recording of the webinar at your convenience. Recordings become available within 24 hours after each live webinar and remain online for at least 7 days.  Just register as though you were going to attend live, and you'll receive an email with a link to the recording after the live webinar ends.

Discounts at Family Tree DNA!
Attendees of Relative Roots' genetic genealogy webinars receive an exclusive, limited-time discount on select new test kit and upgrade orders from Family Tree DNA!  Complete details are provided at the end of each webinar.

Family Tree DNA is also currently holding a holiday sale, through December 31.  Many of the Family Tree DNA tests are on sale, so visit their website soon to take advantage of these great prices. The webinar discount is not valid on products that are already on sale.

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Friday, December 2, 2011

Flip-Pal™ Mobile Scanner - free webinar now online

"I knew the FlipPal was a great product, but this webinar makes me think it should be nominated as Product of the Century," is what one webinar attendee expressed after watching Gordon Nuttall's demonstration of the Flip-Pal™ Mobile Scanner today. Another wrote, "my nieces/nephews ages 2, 6, and 10 enjoyed using the flip-pal. With a little direction, the two year old found the big "green" button. He was thrilled!" After seeing how easy it is to use and learning about its portability, I just might agree with these comments.

Save 10% on your Flip-Pal™ Mobile Scanner through Monday
The Flip-Pal™ Mobile Scanner is 10% off (savings of $15) through Monday, December 5, 2011. This goes nicely with the free shipping promotion we currently have (free shipping to anywhere on orders $75 or more through December 31, 2011). Click here for more information or to purchase.

View the recording
If you could not make it to the live event or just want to watch it again, the 1 hour 35 minute recording of The Flip-Pal™ Mobile Scanner is now available to view in our webinar archives. Visit www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/webinars.asp to watch.

Register for our upcoming webinars (free)
  • Tracing Immigrant Ancestors with Lisa Alzo, December 7.
  • "Is My Pet Frog Part of My Family?" Children and Genealogy in the Classroom with Maureen Taylor, December 14.
  • Digital Books and Sites for Genealogists with James Tanner, January 4.
  • Pilgrims and Patriots: Discovering Your Massachusetts Ancestors with Marian Pierre-Louis, January 18.
  • Ten Brick Wall Tips for Beginners with Marian Pierre-Louis, February 15.
  • Are You Ready for the 1940 U.S. Census Images with Thomas MacEntee, March 7.
Click here to register.
See you online!

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Tracing Immigrant Ancestors - free webinar on Wednesday, December 7 by Lisa Alzo

America is a nation of immigrants, comprised of people who left home to find a better life for themselves and their families. Tracking down your immigrant ancestors can often be a daunting task. This webinar, presented by Lisa Alzo, will show you tips and tricks for locating and searching passenger lists and other key immigration documents both on and offline to help you trace your roots.

The live webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at 2PM Eastern U.S., so register today to reserve your virtual seat. Registration is free but space is limited to the first 1,000 people to join that day.

Registerbut

About the presenter
Lisa A. Alzo M.F.A. is a freelance writer, instructor, and internationally-recognized lecturer, specializing in Slovak/Eastern European genealogical research, writing your family history, and using the Internet to trace female and immigrant ancestors. She is the author of nine books, including the award-winning Three Slovak Women, and hundreds of magazine articles, and writes the blog "The Accidental Genealogist." She is the author of the Ready, Set, Write! Share Your Family's Story webinar-on-CD.

Add it to your Google Calendar
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Webinar time
The webinar will be live on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at:
  • 2pm Eastern (U.S.)
  • 1pm Central
  • 12pm Mountain/Arizona
  • 11am Pacific
  • 7pm GMT
Or use this Time Zone Converter.

Here's how to attend:
  1. Register at www.LegacyFamilyTree.com/webinars.asp today. It's free!
  2. You will receive a confirmation email containing a link to the webinar.
  3. You will receive a reminder email during the week prior to the webinar.
  4. Calculate your time zone by clicking here.
  5. Click on the webinar link (found in confirmation and reminder emails) prior to the start of the webinar. Arrive early as the room size is limited to the first 1,000 arrivals that day.
  6. Listen via headset (USB headsets work best), your computer speakers, or by phone.
We look forward to seeing you all there!