Monday, July 29, 2013

Register for Webinar FRIDAY - Direct Your Research with City Directories by Maureen Taylor

City directories are one of my favorite genealogical resources. In fact, they helped me solve themystery surrounding my Marsden Brown ancestor. Browse the pages of various types of directories to discover where your ancestor worked, lived and played. City Directories are for more than family research. The details can help you date a photograph or plot your relative on a map.
Join us for the live webinar with Maureen Taylor this Friday, August 2, 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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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, Dear Myrtle, 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.” Before she was the Photo Detective, Maureen was known for her expertise researching families in her home state of Rhode Island. As some of you may know, Maureen is embarking on a new project! Using the work she has done over the last ten years to find and authenticate photos of Americans who lived during the Revolutionary War Era, she is partnering with Verissima Productions of Cambridge, MA to create a documentary film which will bring the Revolutionary War generation to life through photographs. For more information visit their website www.lastmusterfilm.com. Sign up for Maureen’s free e-newsletter at www.MaureenTaylor.com 
  • Preserving Family Photographs: 1839 to the Present
  • Google Images and Beyond
  • Children and Genealogy in the Classroom
  • Researching your Roots in Rhode Island
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    Friday, July 26, 2013

    Webinar Rescheduled - City Directories webinar with Maureen Taylor changed to Friday, August 2, 2013

    Our upcoming webinar, "Direct Your Research with City Directories" with Maureen Taylor has been rescheduled from its original date of Wednesday, July 31 to Friday, August 2, 2013 at 2pm Eastern U.S. Please update your calendars, or register here for the free event.
    It's no fault of Maureen's. While looking over my personal schedule I noticed I was supposed to be teaching a class on Legacy Family Tree 8 at the annualConference on Family History & Genealogy at BYU at the same time. I thought about teaching the class and hosting the webinar concurrently, but decided against it. :)
    By the way, I'm really looking forward to learning more about city directories. Ages ago, I published the popular uscitydirectories.com website (voted one of FamilyTree Magazine's best 101 websites back in 2004). A city directory helped me break down my Joshua Brown brick wall. I wrote about it here.
    I'll see you all next week for a special Webinar Friday!

    Wednesday, July 24, 2013

    Top 21st Century Genealogy Resources: A Baker's Dozen - free webinar now online by Tom Kemp

    "This is an incredible day for genealogy!" was Tom Kemp's theme in today's webinar. I'll add to that, "what an incredible webinar Tom!" This is one you won't want to miss. Tom discusses his favorite websites and gives tips/tricks along the way. The Q/A session, too, was terrific. 
    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 27 minute recording of Top 21st Century Genealogy Resources: A Baker's Dozen 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 kemp that was announced during the webinar is valid for 10% off anything at both www.LegacyFamilyTreeStore.com and www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com through Monday, July 29, 2013.
    Webinar Memberships/Subscriptions
    Webinar Members get:
    • On-demand access to the entire webinar archives (now 178 hours of genealogy education)
    • On-demand access to the instructor handouts (now 466 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)
    • Direct Your Research with City Directories by Maureen Taylor. July 31.
    • Captured For All Time: Recording Family Voices to Preserve and Pass Down by Marian Pierre-Louis. August 7.
    • Digital Research Guidance, Research Logs, and To Do Lists: FamilySearch, Research Wiki, and Legacy FamilyTree by Geoff Rasmussen. August 14.
    • 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!

    Monday, July 22, 2013

    Register for Webinar Wednesday - Top 21st Century Genealogy Resources: A Baker's Dozen by Tom Kemp

    Save time and focus your research on the websites you will actually use and rely on: Find-A-Grave, Internet Archive, GenealogyBank, FamilySearch Wiki, Pinterest, Ancestry and more. In this webinar, learn from To Kemp as to why you should rely on these essential tools for documenting your family online and leaving a lasting legacy for the rising generation. There are millions of websites – these are the ones you’ll repeatedly use.
    Join us for the live webinar with Tom Kemp this Wednesday, July 24, 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 
    Tom-100Thomas Jay Kemp, Director, Genealogy Products NewsBank, Inc.  A well-known genealogist, librarian and speaker for over 50 years. He is the author of more than 30 books.
    • Get What You Came For: New Search Options Let You Target Obituaries, Photos, Passenger Lists, Births, Marriages, and More
    • Marriages and Anniversaries. Mining newspapers for engagements, marriages, anniversaries, and divorce records
    • Obituaries: Clues to Look For. Tips for making sure you get the full benefit from an obituary notice
    • Newspapers for Genealogists: Using GenealogyBank.com to document every day of your ancestors' lives
    • Newspapers: Critical Resource to Complete Your Family Tree
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      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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      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.



        Friday, July 19, 2013

        Top Ten Techniques for Finding More in Library Catalogs - free webinar by Barbara Renick now online for limited time

        Wow, what a webinar! The recording of today's webinar, "Top Ten Techniques for Finding More in Library Catalogs," by Barbara Renick is now online to view for a limited time. Even librarians are writing in about how much they learned today, "I am a genealogy librarian, educator and researcher and I learned so much from Barbara today! Thank you for all the resources and techniques--they will help me to do a better job of helping others."
        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 35 minute recording of Top Ten Techniques for Finding More in Library Catalogs is now available to view in our webinar archives for free for the next 7 days. 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 library that was announced during the webinar is valid for 10% off anything at both www.LegacyFamilyTreeStore.com and www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com through Tuesday, July 23, 2013.
        New - Webinar Memberships/Subscriptions
        Webinar Members get:
        • On-demand access to the entire webinar archives (now 175 hours of genealogy education)
        • On-demand access to the instructor handouts (now 466 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)
        • Top 21st Century Genealogy Resources - A Baker's Dozen by Tom Kemp. July 24.
        • Direct Your Research with City Directories by Maureen Taylor. July 31.
        • Captured For All Time: Recording Family Voices to Preserve and Pass Down by Marian Pierre-Louis. August 7.
        • Digital Research Guidance, Research Logs, and To Do Lists: FamilySearch, Research Wiki, and Legacy FamilyTree by Geoff Rasmussen. August 14.
        • 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!

        Wednesday, July 17, 2013

        An Overview of Maryland Genealogy - free webinar by Michael Hait now online for limited time

        If you have Maryland ancestors, this webinar is for you! The recording of today's webinar, "Research in the Old Line State: An Overview of Maryland Genealogy," by Michael Hait is now online to view for a limited time.
        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 42 minute recording of Research in the Old Line State: An Overview of Maryland Genealogy is now available to view in our webinar archives for free for the next 7 days. 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 maryland that was announced during the webinar is valid for 10% off anything at both www.LegacyFamilyTreeStore.com and www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com through Monday, July 22, 2013.
        New - Webinar Memberships/Subscriptions
        Webinar Members get:
        • On-demand access to the entire webinar archives (now 173 hours of genealogy education)
        • On-demand access to the instructor handouts (now 466 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)
        • Top Ten Techniques for Finding More in Library Catalogs by Barbara Renick. July 19.
        • Top 21st Century Genealogy Resources - A Baker's Dozen by Tom Kemp. July 24.
        • Direct Your Research with City Directories by Maureen Taylor. July 31.
        • Captured For All Time: Recording Family Voices to Preserve and Pass Down by Marian Pierre-Louis. August 7.
        • Digital Research Guidance, Research Logs, and To Do Lists: FamilySearch, Research Wiki, and Legacy FamilyTree by Geoff Rasmussen. August 14.
        • 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, July 16, 2013

        Upcoming ISGS Webinars - August 2013


        Join us on Tuesday, August 13, at 8:00 PM Central, when J. H. "Jay" Fonkert, will present Getting to Here from There: Following your Ancestor’s Migration Trail. To attend this webinar, register at https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8033182932596979200.

        Last week's webinar, Common Surnames: Ways to Identify Your Ancestors in a Crowd, presented by Juliana Smith, is now available to ISGS members in the Members Section of the ISGS website (http://ilgensoc.org/members.php).

        Upcoming Webinars
        For the complete list of upcoming webinars, including the entire 2013 schedule, visit http://ilgensoc.org/cpage.php?pt=234.

        And don't forget to spread the word! Forward this email onto your friends and colleagues, post the information to social media sites and/or your blog/website, or print out a few copies of our webinar flyer to hand out at your local society meetings. The flyer can be accessed at http://ilgensoc.org/upload/menu/2013webinarbrochure.pdf.

        Support the ISGS Webinar program by making a financial contribution, which will help ISGS expand its educational offerings in a virtual manner. To learn why we need your help, or to make a contribution, please visit http://ilgensoc.org/cpage.php?pt=345.

        Please direct any questions to the ISGS Education Committee at isgseducation@ilgensoc.org.

        Monday, July 15, 2013

        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.



          Register for 2 genealogy webinars this week - Maryland research (Michael Hait) and Top Ten Techniques (Barbara Renick)

          Join us this Wednesday AND Friday for two exciting genealogy webinars presented by two of genealogy's finest - Michael Hait and Barbara Renick. On Wednesday Michael Hait will present "An Overview of Maryland Genealogy" and on Friday Barbara Renick will present "Top Ten Techniques for Finding More in Library Catalogs."
          Wednesday - Research in the Old Line State: An Overview of Maryland Genealogy by Michael Hait
          Established in 1634, Maryland has a long and storied history. In this presentation, you will learn about the major repositories in Maryland, the common record groups, and techniques for researching in Baltimore city as well as the rest of the state.
          Friday - Top Ten Techniques for Finding More in Library Catalogs by Barbara Renick
          Most genealogists go to library Web sites, find the online catalog, make a search using that catalog's basic search features, and assume they have found everything. Not only are there many ways to use online library catalogs for genealogical research, but such sites often provide access to a wide variety of additional resources and databases.
          Webinar Reminder: Join us for the live webinars on Wednesday, July 17, 2013 and Friday, July 19, 2013 at 2pm Eastern U.S. 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
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          Webinar time
          The webinars will be live on Wednesday, July 17 and Friday, July 19, 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!

          FGS Announces Two Free Genealogy Webinars

          Note: Copy originally published by FGS, 10 July 2013
          The Federation of Genealogical Societies announces two new webinars focusing on the use of military records in genealogical research.  These webinars are FREE and open to the public!

          • Discovering Local & State Militia Records
            Presenter: J. Mark Lowe, CG, FUGA
            Date: Tuesday, 16 July 2013, 8pm Eastern / 7pm Central
            Registerhttps://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/934226718

            Take a closer look at the wide variety of records documenting our local militia companies. From annual muster to supplies and appointment of Officers, learn how these records may be used in your family research. Learn more about the military organization of citizens called for the purpose of local defense, who served this country from the Revolution through 1812 and on to the development of the National Guard.

            J. Mark Lowe, CG, FUGA a full-time professional researcher & educator, formerly APG President and FGS officer. You will find him researching for clients including Who Do You Think You Are?, African American Lives or Biography’s uneXplained. With his love for teaching, you will see him at SLIG, IGHR, numerous webinars or at your local society.
             
          • Researching in the Post War Records of 1812
            Presenter: Craig Scott, MA, CG
            Date: Wednesday, 7 August 2013, 8pm Eastern / 7pm Central
            Registerhttps://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/663333166

            This lecture will focus on the records created by the War Department after the War. It will include compiled military service records, pensions and pension payments.

            Craig Roberts Scott, MA, CG is the President and CEO of Heritage Books, Inc., a genealogical publishing firm with over 4,900 titles in print. A professional genealogical and historical researcher for more than twenty-eight years, he specializes in the records of the National Archives, especially those that relate to the military. He is the Coordinator of the Advanced Military Track at IGHR and SLIG.

          Photography and Genealogy

          The Georgia Genealogical Society is pleased to sponsor the presentation "Photography and Genealogy" with Karen Molohon on July 15th, 2013.

          Summary: The Photography and Genealogy presentation will highlight the importance of photography in genealogy research, history and types of photographs, clues in the family photographs, photographing - documents and gravestones, scanning documents, photography preservation, photo editing software, and setting up a family archive.

          Presenter: Karen Molohon has been involved in genealogy research for more than 20 years having gained the interest from her great-uncle.  One of her current interests is teaching family history courses in her local society – specializing in getting started with researching, organizing your genealogical research, and census records as well as photography.  She is also a photographer interested taking wildlife, landscape, and outdoor photographs.

          She is active in the genealogical community currently serving as: Webmaster of the Genealogical Society of Cobb County and Georgia; Publications Director for the Georgia Genealogical Society.  She previously served as President and other positions of the Genealogical Society of Cobb County, Georgia.  In addition, she has attended several NGS and FGS conferences to enhance her research techniques.

          Karen has a Master’s Degree in Technical Communication from Southern Polytechnic State University and works as an Information Designer for an international airline telecommunications company in Atlanta, GA.

          This presentation will be broadcast live on Monday July 15, 2013:
          ·       8:00 pm Eastern
          ·       7:00 pm Central
          ·       6:00 pm Mountain
          ·       5:00 am Pacific


          After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar. You will use your unique URL in your confirmation email to logon to the live broadcast on the 15th of July.