York County Library; Genealogy Class: Alternative Sources for Vital Records in Genealogy, Thursday, January 17 at 6 to 7:30 pm.
 

Birth, marriage, and death certificates can be a wonderful source of genealogical information but many states, including South Carolina, did not begin creating these records until after 1900. Learn about earlier sources that can be used to document the vital events in our ancestors’ lives.

York County Library, 138 E. Black Street, Rock Hill, SC. www.yclibrary.org

Thursday, January 17 at 6 to 7:30 pm, York County Library.

Birth, marriage, and death certificates can be a wonderful source of genealogical information but many states, including South Carolina, did not begin creating these records until after 1900.  Learn about earlier sources that can be used to document the vital events in our ancestors’ lives.

On Friday, January 26, 2019 the RUSA Genealogy Midwinter Institute will once again explore diverse topics in genealogy and historical research during the ALA Midwinter Meeting at the Hyatt Olive 8 in Seattle, WA.

The all-day Institute will feature individual presentations and panel sessions from experts in this field. Topics will highlight local sources of archival and genealogical information: genealogy research training for non-genealogy librarians; genealogical and historical sources for European countries; collection development for genealogy and local history collections. researching tribes of the Pacific Northwest; and using DNA testing to overcome genealogical roadblocks.

This complimentary institute is sponsored by ProQuest.  Registration is required.

 

The African American History Ministry, the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) and Comprehensive Genealogical Services (CGS), are presenting these classes.
 

 

 

For more information contact 704-287-4602. To register for a class or the symposium go to
https://campscui.active.com/orgs/FriendshipMissionaryBaptistChurch#/selectSessions/2542114

Oral History: Interviewing & Composing a Compelling Family Narrative, Saturday, February 2 at 1:30 pm.

This workshop will be led by former journalist, Gene Stowe, on how to interview family members and craft a story based on those interviews. Reservations suggested.

 

The African American History Ministry, the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) and Comprehensive Genealogical Services (CGS), are presenting these classes.
 

 

 

For more information contact 704-287-4602. To register for a class or the symposium go to
https://campscui.active.com/orgs/FriendshipMissionaryBaptistChurch#/selectSessions/2542114

York County Library; Genealogy Class: Census Records, Thursday, February 7 at 6 to 8 pm.
In this recurring class on genealogy learn how to use this valuable resource and discover what you may have
overlooked.

York County Library, 138 E. Black Street, Rock Hill, SC. www.yclibrary.org

Pastfinders Genealogy Society of South Lake County presents the Second Annual Mid-Winter Conference. “ Living in the Present; Discovering Your Past” The Conference will be held on February 8^th and 9^thfrom 9 am to Noon at Cooper Memorial Library in Clermont, FL.

 Friday, February 8th, Speakers and topics are:

·  Genealogical Research – Working around the edges, exploring records routinely overlooked – by Jack Butler, FSGS

·   Digital Archiving – How to archive, with the right systems and processes – by Kevin Arms, MLIS

Saturday, February 9th, Speakers and topics are:

·  Immigration – How to find the spot your ancestor left and the spot where he landed – by Donna Moughty

·  Touring online European archives – Explore the various regional & national archives for European Ancestors – by Miles Meyer

Attendance is Free; Advance registrations are required as seating is limited. Optional workbook available at registration.  Please register at www.PastfindersSLC.org

 

The African American History Ministry, the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) and Comprehensive Genealogical Services (CGS), are presenting these classes.
 

 

 

For more information contact 704-287-4602. To register for a class or the symposium go to
https://campscui.active.com/orgs/FriendshipMissionaryBaptistChurch#/selectSessions/2542114

Explore a variety of genealogical sources in print and online for researching your African-American ancestors. We’ll explore Bible records, slave records, early marriage records and other unique sources.

York County Library, 138 E. Black Street, Rock Hill, SC. www.yclibrary.org

 

The African American History Ministry, the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) and Comprehensive Genealogical Services (CGS), are presenting these classes.
 

 

 

For more information contact 704-287-4602. To register for a class or the symposium go to
https://campscui.active.com/orgs/FriendshipMissionaryBaptistChurch#/selectSessions/2542114

 

For more information contact 704-287-4602. To register for a class or the symposium go to
https://campscui.active.com/orgs/FriendshipMissionaryBaptistChurch#/selectSessions/2542114

RootsTech is a 4-day event held annually in Salt Lake City, Utah, dedicated to celebrating family and discovering family histories. With over 300 breakout sessions, an exciting lineup of celebrity speakers, and a gigantic expo hall.

 

The NGS Family History Conference, 8–11 May 2019 is your opportunity to choose from more than 150 lectures presented by many nationally recognized speakers, explore an exhibit hall filled with more than 80 exhibitors, and network with more than 2,000 genealogists. Every NGS conference has a different theme with a new program top to bottom—so there is always more to learn and discover.