Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Colonial Immigrants: Who They Were and Where They Came From - free webinar by Mary Hill now online for limited time

The recording of one of our best webinars ever, "Colonial Immigrants: Who They Were and Where They Came From" by Mary Hill is now online to view for free for a limited time. Mary really inspired our viewers, as is evidenced by this viewer's comment:
Whew. Wow. Blew me away. Had reached a plateau in one of my lines. Became frustrated. This ignited my fire like nothing else has since I first saw my g-g-grandpa's grave and got the genealogy bug. Terrific. Wonderful. Fantastic. Enlightening. Very educational...and yes, even fun. Tks Geoff for inviting Mary. And thx to Mary for sharing so much of her wisdom.
View the Recording at FamilyTreeWebinars.com
If you could not make it to the live event or just want to watch it again, the 1 hour 18 minute recording of Colonial Immigrants: Who They Were and Where They Came From is now available to view in our webinar archives for free until September 5, 2013. It is also available to our monthly or annual Webinar Members for the duration of your membership. Visit www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com to watch.
Special Discount Coupon
The special discount coupon of mary that was announced during the webinar is valid for 10% off anything at both www.LegacyFamilyTreeStore.com and www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com through Monday, September 2, 2013.
Webinar Memberships/Subscriptions
Webinar Members get:
  • On-demand access to the entire webinar archives (now 187 hours of genealogy education)
  • On-demand access to the instructor handouts (now 485 pages)
  • 5% off all products at www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com (must be logged in at checkout, and yes, you can also use the 10% off webinar coupon above for a total of 15% off)
  • Access to all future recordings for the duration of their membership
  • Chance for a members-only door prize during each live webinar
Introductory pricing:
  • Annual membership: $49.95/year (that's about the cost of 5 webinar CDs)
  • Monthly membership: $9.95/month
Register for our upcoming webinars (free)
  • Getting the Most from Your Records: Putting Them Through the Wringer! by Linda Geiger. September 4.
  • More Blogging for Beginners with DearMYRTLE. September 6.
  • You Use WHAT for Genealogy? by Thomas MacEntee. September 11.
  • Don't Be an Audio Hog: Free and Easy Ways to Share Your Audio Files by Marian Pierre-Louis. September 18.
  • Using GPS Coordinates to Tag and Record Your Photos with Heritage Collector Software by Marlo Schuldt. October 18.
  • Using Church Records to Identify Ancestors by Mary Hill. October 23.
  • Using Court Records to tell the Story of our Ancestors' Lives by Judy Russell. October 30.
  • Ancestry Trees Can Jump Start Your Research by DearMYRTLE. November 1.
  • Researching with Marian! Creating a Research Plan with YOUR Research by Marian Pierre-Louis. November 6.
  • Researching Your Ohio Ancestors by Lisa Alzo. November 13.
  • Mind Mapping Your Research Plans and Results by Thomas MacEntee. November 20.
  • How Computers & Gadgets are Changing Genealogy by Barbara Renick. December 4.
  • Overcoming Lost Records Using Technology by Karen Clifford. December 18.
See you online!

Monday, August 26, 2013

Register for Webinar Wednesday - Colonial Immigrants: Who They Were and Where They Came From by Mary Hill

Never miss a webinar by Mary Hill - this is going to be a good one!
Between 1607 and 1790, about 900,000 immigrants came to the colonies (in America). Learn about each of the nationalities that came before the Revolutionary War, where they came from, and sources available to identify them.
Join us for the live webinar this Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at 2pm Eastern U.S. Register today to reserve your virtual seat. Registration is free but space is limited to the first 1,000 people to join that day. Before joining, please visit www.java.com to ensure you have the latest version of Java which our webinar software requires. When you join, if you receive a message that the webinar is full, you know we've reached the 1,000 limit, so we invite you to view the recording which should be published to the webinar archives within an hour or two of the event's conclusion.
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Download the syllabus
Mary's 4-page syllabus with all of the major points and website links is now available to download/save/print for webinar subscribers here.
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About the presenter 
HillMary100Mary E.V. Hill, MLS, AG ® (Southern States and Eastern States); worked as reference librarian at BYU from 1989-1992, as genealogy instructor at BYU from 1992-1995, as Family History Library US/Canada Reference consultant from 1995-2006. She served on the UGA Board of Directors from 2006-2008 and as an LDS missionary at the Family History Library from 2006-2008. She is the author of Saga of a Southern Loyalist: William Riddle of Virginia and North Carolina, and Angel Children. She is a lecturer with emphasis on U.S. research methods and genealogical organization. Mary is a mother and grandmother.
  • Land Records Solve Research Problems
  • The Big 4 U.S. Record Sources
  • Use Your Digital Camera to Copy Records
  • FamilyRoots Organizer System
  • Colonial Immigrants: Who They Were and Where They Came From
  • Using Church Records to Identify Ancestors
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      Wednesday, August 21, 2013

      New ways to Share and Receive with anyone, anywhere, in the world. Free webinar



      Taught by Marlo Schuldt

      This will be a fun class. No pressure. Just come and see some new ways to share all the great projects you've been working on. Sharing causes those who receive to share photos and information you never knew existed about family and relatives.

      1. Create a self-running CD/DVD. (Runs when the recipient inserts it into their computer. Even gives them simple user instructions.
      2. Use a Free Cloud to Share. (This is easy so don't let that scare you). Learn to share photo collections with your children and relatives.
      3. Drag and Drop Photos to Family Search / Family Tree. Even better, you can drag photos from Family Tree right into your collections.
      Sign up here!


      Webinar Schedule


      Day: Thursday
      Date: August 22nd.
      Time: 7:00 PM MDT




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      Do More with your Photos with Templates from Heritage Collector software - free webinar now online

      The recording of today's webinar, "Do More with your Photos with Templates from Heritage Collector software" by Marlo Schuldt and Kathleen Bitter is now online to view for free.
      View the Recording at FamilyTreeWebinars.com
      If you could not make it to the live event or just want to watch it again, the 1 hour 50 minute recording of Do More with your Photos with Templates from Heritage Collector software is now available to view in our webinar archives for free. It is also available to our monthly or annual Webinar Members for the duration of your membership. Visit www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com to watch.
      Special Discount Coupon
      The special discount coupon of heritage3 that was announced during the webinar is valid for 10% off anything at both www.LegacyFamilyTreeStore.com and www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com through Monday, August 26, 2013.
      Webinar Memberships/Subscriptions
      Webinar Members get:
      • On-demand access to the entire webinar archives (now 186 hours of genealogy education)
      • On-demand access to the instructor handouts (now 480 pages)
      • 5% off all products at www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com (must be logged in at checkout, and yes, you can also use the 10% off webinar coupon above for a total of 15% off)
      • Access to all future recordings for the duration of their membership
      • Chance for a members-only door prize during each live webinar
      Introductory pricing:
      • Annual membership: $49.95/year (that's about the cost of 5 webinar CDs)
      • Monthly membership: $9.95/month
      Register for our upcoming webinars (free)
      • Colonial Immigrants: Who They Were and Where They Came From by Mary Hill. August 28.
      • Getting the Most from Your Records: Putting Them Through the Wringer! by Linda Geiger. September 4.
      • More Blogging for Beginners with DearMYRTLE. September 6.
      • You Use WHAT for Genealogy? by Thomas MacEntee. September 11.
      • Don't Be an Audio Hog: Free and Easy Ways to Share Your Audio Files by Marian Pierre-Louis. September 18.
      • Using GPS Coordinates to Tag and Record Your Photos with Heritage Collector Software by Marlo Schuldt. October 18.
      • Using Church Records to Identify Ancestors by Mary Hill. October 23.
      • Using Court Records to tell the Story of our Ancestors' Lives by Judy Russell. October 30.
      • Ancestry Trees Can Jump Start Your Research by DearMYRTLE. November 1.
      • Researching with Marian! Creating a Research Plan with YOUR Research by Marian Pierre-Louis. November 6.
      • Researching Your Ohio Ancestors by Lisa Alzo. November 13.
      • Mind Mapping Your Research Plans and Results by Thomas MacEntee. November 20.
      • How Computers & Gadgets are Changing Genealogy by Barbara Renick. December 4.
      • Overcoming Lost Records Using Technology by Karen Clifford. December 18.
      See you online!

      Monday, August 19, 2013

      Register for Webinar Wednesday - Do More with your Photos with TEMPLATES from Heritage Collector Software

      Learn more about the Heritage Collector software to create storybook pages to preserve and share experiences that are perfect for children and young families. Learn to add voice recordings and video clips to save and share precious experiences. Learn the difference between a Quick Page and a Template. Learn how to use storybook templates.
      Join us for the live webinar this Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at 2pm Eastern U.S. Register today to reserve your virtual seat. Registration is free but space is limited to the first 1,000 people to join that day. Before joining, please visit www.java.com to ensure you have the latest version of Java which our webinar software requires. When you join, if you receive a message that the webinar is full, you know we've reached the 1,000 limit, so we invite you to view the recording which should be published to the webinar archives within an hour or two of the event's conclusion.
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      About the presenter 
      Kathleen-100Kathleen is a mother of 4, including a set of twins. She has a deep passion for preserving the history of her family – both current and past. She is the director of the Storybook and Calendar modules of the Heritage Collector Suite software.
      • Celebrate the Holidays and Share Family History with Heritage Collector software
      • Getting Started with Heritage Collector Software (a Legacy add-on tool for your photos)
      • Getting Started with Heritage Collector Software Part 3 (a Legacy add-on tool for your photos)
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      The webinar will be live on Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at:
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      Here's how to attend:
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      2. You will receive a confirmation email containing a link to the webinar.
      3. You will receive a reminder email both 1 day and 1 hour prior to the live webinar.
      4. Calculate your time zone by clicking here.
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      7. 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.
      8. Listen via headset (USB headsets work best), your computer speakers, or by phone.
      We look forward to seeing you all there!

      GeneaWebinars Weekly Calendar



      Just what you need! A one-stop place with the schedule of online genealogy classes in webinar format. If you need a time zone converter see: www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html




      Most of these webinars are held using the services of GoToWebinar.com. You don't need to have an account since the webinar organizer has that. As an attendee, you merely need to register, then click on the link in your confirmation email at the time of the event to attend. Newbies will find these links useful:
        If your society's events would like to be added to the GeneaWebinar's calendar, contact Myrt@DearMYRTLE.com.



        Wednesday, August 14, 2013

        Digital Research Guidance, Research Logs, and To Do Lists - free webinar by Geoff Rasmussen now online

        The recording of today's webinar, "Digital Research Guidance, Research Logs, and To Do Lists" by Geoff Rasmussen, is now online to view for free.
        View the Recording at FamilyTreeWebinars.com
        If you could not make it to the live event or just want to watch it again, the 1 hour 21 minute recording of Digital Research Guidance, Research Logs, and To Do Lists is now available to view in our webinar archives for free. It is also available to our monthly or annual Webinar Members for the duration of your membership. Visit www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com to watch.
        Class Syllabus
        The 5 pages of additional syllabus materials are also available here for annual/monthly webinar subscribers.
        Special Discount Coupon
        The special discount coupon of guide that was announced during the webinar is valid for 10% off anything at both www.LegacyFamilyTreeStore.com and www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com through Monday, August 19, 2013.
        Webinar Memberships/Subscriptions
        Webinar Members get:
        • On-demand access to the entire webinar archives (now 184 hours of genealogy education)
        • On-demand access to the instructor handouts (now 480 pages)
        • 5% off all products at www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com (must be logged in at checkout, and yes, you can also use the 10% off webinar coupon above for a total of 15% off)
        • Access to all future recordings for the duration of their membership
        • Chance for a members-only door prize during each live webinar
        Introductory pricing:
        • Annual membership: $49.95/year (that's about the cost of 5 webinar CDs)
        • Monthly membership: $9.95/month
        Register for our upcoming webinars (free)
        • Do More with your Photos with Templates from Heritage Collector Software by Kathleen Bitter. August 21.
        • Colonial Immigrants: Who They Were and Where They Came From by Mary Hill. August 28.
        • Getting the Most from Your Records: Putting Them Through the Wringer! by Linda Geiger. September 4.
        • More Blogging for Beginners with DearMYRTLE. September 6.
        • You Use WHAT for Genealogy? by Thomas MacEntee. September 11.
        • Don't Be an Audio Hog: Free and Easy Ways to Share Your Audio Files by Marian Pierre-Louis. September 18.
        • Using GPS Coordinates to Tag and Record Your Photos with Heritage Collector Software by Marlo Schuldt. October 18.
        • Using Church Records to Identify Ancestors by Mary Hill. October 23.
        • Using Court Records to tell the Story of our Ancestors' Lives by Judy Russell. October 30.
        • Ancestry Trees Can Jump Start Your Research by DearMYRTLE. November 1.
        • Researching with Marian! Creating a Research Plan with YOUR Research by Marian Pierre-Louis. November 6.
        • Researching Your Ohio Ancestors by Lisa Alzo. November 13.
        • Mind Mapping Your Research Plans and Results by Thomas MacEntee. November 20.
        • How Computers & Gadgets are Changing Genealogy by Barbara Renick. December 4.
        • Overcoming Lost Records Using Technology by Karen Clifford. December 18.
        See you online!

        Tuesday, August 13, 2013

        Free UGA Webinar -- Tim Cross - "FamilySearch Photos and Stories"


        Our special guest speaker this month, 
        on Aug 15th at 7:00 p.m. MST, will be 
        Tim Cross

        His topic will be                         "FamilySearch Photos and Stories"



        Family history has never been so fun!  Come see how to give your ancestors a face and a personality through photos and stories.  Also, learn how to involve family and friends who haven’t ever seemed to be interested before.

        Tim Cross has worked as a Product Manager for FamilySearch for 9 years.  Prior to working for FamilySearch, Tim worked in the computer industry for PriceWaterhouse, Booz, Allen, & Hamilton, and Novell.  Tim is currently responsible for FamilySearch Photos and Stories.


        UGA Virtual Chapter



        Utah Genealogical Association's free monthly virtual chapter meeting.

        Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now at:

        https://www4.gotomeeting.com/register/814147975


        Once registered you will receive an email confirming your registration
        with information you need to join the Webinar.
        System Requirements
        PC-based attendees
        Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
        Mac®-based attendees
        Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer
        Mobile attendees
        Required: iPhone®, iPad®, Android™ phone or Android tablet 

        Monday, August 12, 2013

        Register for Webinar Wednesday - Digital Research Guidance, Research Logs, and To Do Lists

        Everyone can use a little research help every now and then, right? Learn about best practices in using the latest technology to organize and plan your research strategies. Geoff Rasmussen will educate, compare, and contrast two major research guidance tools: FamilySearch's Research Wiki, and Legacy Family Tree's Research Guidance. You will learn how to easily keep track of what you've previously researched, as well as plan your research To Do List.

        Join us for the live webinar this Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at 2pm Eastern U.S. Register today to reserve your virtual seat. Registration is free but space is limited to the first 1,000 people to join that day. Before joining, please visit www.java.com to ensure you have the latest version of Java which our webinar software requires. When you join, if you receive a message that the webinar is full, you know we've reached the 1,000 limit, so we invite you to view the recording which should be published to the webinar archives within an hour or two of the event's conclusion.
        Registerbut
        Test Your Webinar Connection
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        Can't make it to the live event?
        No worries. Its recording will be available for free for the first 7 days after the live event. Webinar Subscribers have unlimited access for the duration of their membership.
        About the presenter 
        Geoffmug4
        Geoffrey D. Rasmussen is the father of four budding genealogists. He graduated with a degree in Genealogy and Family History from Brigham Young University and has served as director and vice-president of the Utah Genealogical Association. He is a dynamic genealogy speaker on all forms of genealogy technology, and as host of the Legacy Family Tree webinar series, has spoken virtually to nearly 100 different countries. He recently received the Distinguished Presenter Award at the prestigious RootsTech conference in Salt Lake City (2011). He has authored books, videos, articles, and websites, and develops the Legacy Family Tree software program. On a personal note, Geoff enjoys playing the piano, organ, cello and basketball. His favorite places are cemeteries, the ocean, and hanging out with other genealogists. He met and proposed to his wife in a Family History Center. 
        He is the author of the recently-released, Legacy Family Tree, Unlocked! and the popular Digital Imaging Essentials book.
        • Mapping Software for Genealogists
        • Sharing Genealogy Electronically
        • Watch Geoff Live: Adding a Death Certificate
        • Watch Geoff Live: Adding a Marriage Record
        • Watch Geoff Live: Adding an Obituary
        • Watch Geoff Live: Adding a Census Record
        • Watch Geoff Live: Cemeteries
        • Genealogy Idol Competition
        • Organizing and Sharing Digital Images
        • Navigating the new Census Tools in Legacy Family Tree
        • Digital Images for Genealogists and Technologists: scanning, digitizing, editing, and preserving your photos
        • Researching with Geoff - LIVE!
        • Digital Images for Genealogists and Technologists: Scanning, Organizing, Editing, and Sharing Your Digital Images
        • Watch Geoff Live - Digital Images
        Add it to your Google Calendar
        With our Google Calendar button, you will never forget our upcoming webinars. Simply click the button to add it to your calendar. You can then optionally embed the webinar events (and even turn them on and off) into your own personal calendar. If you have already added the calendar, you do not have to do it again - the new webinar events will automatically appear.
        Webinar time
        The webinar will be live on Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at:
        • 2pm Eastern (U.S.)
        • 1pm Central
        • 12pm Mountain
        • 11am Pacific
        • 6pm GMT
        Or use this Time Zone Converter.
        Here's how to attend:
        1. Register at www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com today. It's free!
        2. You will receive a confirmation email containing a link to the webinar.
        3. You will receive a reminder email both 1 day and 1 hour prior to the live webinar.
        4. Calculate your time zone by clicking here.
        5. Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed on your computer. Check at www.java.com.
        6. Check your GoToWebinar connection here.
        7. 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.
        8. Listen via headset (USB headsets work best), your computer speakers, or by phone.
        We look forward to seeing you all there!

        GeneaWebinars Weekly Calendar



        Just what you need! A one-stop place with the schedule of online genealogy classes in webinar format. If you need a time zone converter see: www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html




        Most of these webinars are held using the services of GoToWebinar.com. You don't need to have an account since the webinar organizer has that. As an attendee, you merely need to register, then click on the link in your confirmation email at the time of the event to attend. Newbies will find these links useful:
          If your society's events would like to be added to the GeneaWebinar's calendar, contact Myrt@DearMYRTLE.com.