Monday, September 29, 2014

Register for 2 genealogy webinars this week: Overcoming Destroyed/Missing Records and The Fair Court

Join us this Wednesday AND Friday for two exciting genealogy webinars presented by Judy Russell and Karen Clifford. On Wednesday, Judy will present "The Fair Court: Records of Chancery Courts " and on Friday Karen will present "Overcoming Destroyed or Missing Records."
Wednesday - The Fair Court: Records of Chancery Courts by Judy Russell
Presenter-8755Only one court has ever had doing what’s fair as part of its official mission: the chancery court. With different names in different states (and countries), it was often the go-to court for cases of great genealogical value, including divorces, guardianships, real property partition and more.
Click here to download/print/save the handouts, 8 pages (available for annual or monthly webinar subscribers).
Friday - Overcoming Destroyed or Missing Records by Karen Clifford
Presenter-6662Were you told that all the records in the courthouse were burned so you cannot go any further on your ancestor's line? Or have you searched many times at the local repositories only to discover that the records are missing for the years you need? This presentation will cover a handful of proven research techniques that may help you to overcome your destroyed or missing records.
Handouts to come later in the week (available for annual or monthly webinar subscribers).
Webinar Reminder: Join us for the live webinars Wednesday, October 1, 2014 and Friday, October 3, 2014, both at 2:00pm 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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We look forward to seeing you all there!

Wednesday, September 24, 2014

A Library at Your Fingertips: the Internet Archive - free webinar by Maureen Taylor now online for limited time

The recording of today's webinar, "A Library at Your Fingertips: the Internet Archive," by Maureen Taylor is now online for free for a limited time at www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com. A few comments from our viewers:
  • EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT. Top notch webinar & post webinar. Know I will be reviewing this one over & over again. Thank you.
  • I do use archive.org, but this was a great overview to guide further explorations into it and other online archives. I sense a lot of fun ahead finding the kind of things that make th lives I'm researching richer and more interesting. (Thanks for the tutorial on adding citations, Geoff! That helped too!)
  • Great webinar! I've used Internet Archive before, but not in a very organized or knowledgeable way. I now understand much better how to use it. Maureen is great! Thanks to her and to Jeff for this webinar.
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If you could not make it to the live event or just want to watch it again, the 1 hour 44 minute recording of "A Library at Your Fingertips: the Internet Archive" is now available to view in our webinar archives for free for a limited time. It is also available to our monthly or annual Webinar Members for the duration of your membership. Visit www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com to watch. The supplemental syllabus materials are also available for annual/monthly webinar subscribers to download/print/save. Login or subscribe.
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Webinar Members get:
  • On-demand access to the entire webinar archives (now 275 hours of genealogy education)
  • On-demand access to the instructor handouts (now 747 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)
  • The Fair Court: Records of Chancery Courts by Judy Russell. October 1.
  • Overcoming Destroyed or Missing Records by Karen Clifford. October 3.
  • Welcome to FamilySearch Indexing! by Devin Ashby. October 8.
  • Researching Your War of 1812 Ancestor by Thomas MacEntee. October 15.
  • Tracking Migration Using the Draper Manuscripts by Mary Hill. October 22.
  • Legacy Family Tree - Virtual User's Group Meeting by Legacy Family Tree Panel. November 14.
  • Using Evernote for Genealogy by Lisa Louise Cooke. November 19.
  • Family History for Kids by Devin Ashby. December 3.
  • Look Ma, No Hands! Using Dragon Naturally Speaking for Your Genealogy by Ivan Baugh. December 5.
  • Researching Your North Carolina Ancestors by J. Mark Lowe. December 10.
  • Bagging a Live One - Connecting with Cousins You Never Knew You Had by Mary Kircher Roddy. December 17.
Click here to register. Or click here register for multiple webinars at the same time.
See you online!

Monday, September 22, 2014

Register for Webinar Wednesday - A Library at Your Fingertips: the Internet Archive by Maureen Taylor

Genealogies, local histories, historic publications and more are available through the Internet Archive for FREE. This in-depth look at how to use this site covers publications, video and the WayBack machine. This is a live presentation by Maureen Taylor with input from the audience.
Join us for the live webinar Wednesday, September 24, 2014 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
Presenter-6575Maureen 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.
Sign up for Maureen’s free e-newsletter at www.MaureenTaylor.com
Maureen's webinars in the archives:
  • Preserving Family Photographs: 1839 to the Present
  • Google Images and Beyond
  • Children and Genealogy in the Classroom
  • Researching your Roots in Rhode Island
  • Direct Your Research with City Directories
  • Photo Apps for Android, iPhones or iPads
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The webinar will be live on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at:
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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.
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  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!

Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Free UGA Webinar -- Art Johnson - “Volunteer Opportunities at FamilySearch”

Our special guest speaker this month, 
on September 18th at 7:00 p.m. MDT, will be 



Art Johnson


Volunteer Opportunities at FamilySearch

This presentation centers around current volunteer experiences with FamilySearch with a preview included of new volunteer opportunities soon to come. The second half of the presentation centers around the multiple missionary experiences available for LDS Church members in support of the Family History Department (FamilySearch).  




UGA Virtual Chapter


Utah Genealogical Association's free monthly virtual chapter meeting.

Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now at: 

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1368763694907259138


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 

One Size Doesn't Fit All: How to Survive and Thrive as a Genealogy Professional

A Free Webinar from APG


Presenter: Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.

Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Cost: Free!

Webinar Description:  When it comes to the genealogy professional, one size does not always fit all. This webinar will provide an overview of the many ways you can earn a living as a genealogy professional--as a writer, speaker, educator, and researcher--and have fun doing it. Tips for finding assignments/contracts, building skills and professional relationships, and diversifying your income stream will also be provided.

One Size Doesn't Fit All - How to Survive and Thrive as a Genealogy Professional by Lisa A. Also. Webinar sponsored by the Association of Professional Genealogists.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. Lisa is the author of nine books, including the award-winning Three Slovak Women, and hundreds of magazine articles. Lisa serves as a contributing editor for Family Tree Magazine, and teaches online courses for Family Tree University and The National Institute for Genealogical Studies. She is a frequently invited speaker for national conferences, genealogical/historical societies, and webinars. An avid genealogist for 25 years, Lisa also chronicles her family history adventures on her blog, The Accidental Genealogist (http://www.theaccidentalgenealogist.com).


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This free webinar is sponsored by the Association of Professional Genealogists and is part of the ongoing APG Professional Development webinar series. We look forward to having you join us!

Wednesday, September 10, 2014

Success with Manuscript Sources - free webinar by Barbara Renick now online for limited time

The recording of today's webinar, "Success with Manuscript Sources," by Barbara Renick is now online for free for a limited time at www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com. A few comments from our viewers:
  • Oh, my. Had no idea so much info was available. This should knock down some of those 'brick walls'.
  • This is an awesome webinar.  So many unique sources to search. I cannot express enough my appreciation for these webinars.
  • Does it get any better?? Barbara Renick is one of my top genealogy resources - and this webinar was, as expected, fantastic! Once more, I learned more than I thought I would, and have great ideas on what to do next in my research. Your webinars are over the top wonderful! Thank you so much.
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 15 minute recording of "Success with Manuscript Sources" is now available to view in our webinar archives for free for a limited time. It is also available to our monthly or annual Webinar Members for the duration of your membership. Visit www.FamilyTreeWebinars.com to watch. The supplemental syllabus materials are also available for annual/monthly webinar subscribers to download/print/save. Login or subscribe.
Webinar Memberships/Subscriptions
Webinar Members get:
  • On-demand access to the entire webinar archives (now 273 hours of genealogy education)
  • On-demand access to the instructor handouts (now 745 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)
  • A Library at Your Fingertips - the Internet Archive by Maureen Taylor. September 24.
  • The Fair Court: Records of Chancery Courts by Judy Russell. October 1.
  • Overcoming Destroyed or Missing Records by Karen Clifford. October 3.
  • Welcome to FamilySearch Indexing! by Devin Ashby. October 8.
  • Researching Your War of 1812 Ancestor by Thomas MacEntee. October 15.
  • Tracking Migration Using the Draper Manuscripts by Mary Hill. October 22.
  • Legacy Family Tree - Virtual User's Group Meeting by Legacy Family Tree Panel. November 14.
  • Using Evernote for Genealogy by Lisa Louise Cooke. November 19.
  • Family History for Kids by Devin Ashby. December 3.
  • Look Ma, No Hands! Using Dragon Naturally Speaking for Your Genealogy by Ivan Baugh. December 5.
  • Researching Your North Carolina Ancestors by J. Mark Lowe. December 10.
  • Bagging a Live One - Connecting with Cousins You Never Knew You Had by Mary Kircher Roddy. December 17.
Click here to register. Or click here register for multiple webinars at the same time.
See you online!

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Michael Hait, CG, “Writing Logical Proof Arguments” (Virtual Institute of Genealogical Research)

For registration information, visit http://vigrgenealogy.com/schedule/hait-proof-arguments/
“Writing Logical Proof Arguments”
Michael Hait, CG
1 November–8 November 2014
$69.99
One aspect of the Genealogical Proof Standard requires genealogists to develop “a soundly reasoned, coherently written conclusion.” Some of the most compelling and educational genealogical articles present multidimensional arguments based on a combination of conflicting direct, indirect, and negative evidence.
Whether a simple proof statement, a more involved proof summary, or a complex proof argument based on conflicting or indirect evidence, these written conclusions must follow basic principles of logic.
This course will explore principles of deductive and inductive logic, with a focus on building strong arguments. We will deconstruct a published case study into standard argument form, then organize pieces of information relevant to a research problem into this argument form. Finally, registrants will learn how to transform a logical argument into a well-written narrative proof argument.
The course is appropriate for intermediate and advanced genealogists, as well as professional genealogists, who wish to learn a method of effectively organizing and writing their research results. Students will be given a reading assignment to prepare and short ungraded exercise to practice the principles learned.
Michael Hait, CG
Michael Hait, CG, is a full-time professional genealogical researcher, writer, and lecturer. He has written case studies for several genealogical journals including the Maryland Genealogical Society Journal, the New York Genealogical and Biographical Record, and the National Genealogical Society Quarterly. In 2012 Michael won 1st prize in the National Genealogical Society Family History Writing Competition for his article “In the Shadow of Rebellions,” exploring descendants of an enslaved woman living in 19th-century Maryland.
Michael currently serves on the Board of Trustees of the Board for Certification of Genealogists (2013–2016), and formerly served on the Board of Directors of the Association of Professional Genealogists (2012–2013). For more information, visit www.haitfamilyresearch.com.
Course Schedule (all times U. S. Eastern)
1 November 2014
  • 11:00am “Principles of Logic and Arguments”
  • 1:00pm “Dissecting a Published Proof Argument”
8 November 2014
  • 11:00am “Turning Evidence into a Logical Argument”
  • 1:00pm “Putting Your Argument into Writing”