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Wednesday, November 30
Legacy Family Tree (Webinar)
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Cherokee, Choctaw & Chickasaw Freedmen Records and Family Stories - Angela Walton-Raji
This workshop will examine three of the Five Tribes from eastern Oklahoma. These tribes were among the five slave-holding tribes, that removed to Indian Territory. Today there are numerous records from Indian Removal to Oklahoma Statehood that can be explored to find and to tell their stories. This session will examine three tribes in detail, and look at the unique records that pertain to each of them.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific Time.
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Friday, December 2
Legacy Family Tree (Webinar)
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Finding Unknown Descendants of a Freedmen Cemetery - Char McCargo Bah
This presentation discuss the methods Char Bah used to locate thousands of descendants of a Civil War Cemetery that had no headstones. This lecture will enhance your research skills in bring the past to the present; and, your knowledge in the community that these individuals once lived in. The methods in this presentation can be used to locate anyone that you are researching especially deceased individuals of a cemetery.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific Time.
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Saturday, December 3
Dallas (TX) Genealogical Society (Webinar)
9:00 am to 11:00 am
Why Finding Atlantic Shipping Records Is Challenging
Between 1500 and 1914 approximately 40 million people crossed the Atlantic and settled in the United States, and another 5 million settled, at least initially, in Canada. Finding records for these emigrants can be challenging and frustrating.
This presentation will provide attendees with an understanding of how emigrants traveled to North America during this timeframe, an overview of the records that documented their journeys and a strategy for locating available records.
Details and zoom link at
dallasgenealogy.org/dgs/event/dgs-general-meeting-13/
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific time.
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Monday, December 5
Spartanburg County (SC) Public Libraries (Webinar)
4:00 pm
Wills, Estates, and Probate
A look at records regarding the disposition of property at the end of life. Please register in advance for this virtual meeting.
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Tuesday, December 6
Wake County (NC) Genealogical Society (Webinar)
3:30 pm to 5:15 pm
Finding and Understanding North Carolina Court Records
Courts have always dealt with crimes and disputes, but in the past they also handled much more routine items that can be of great interest to your genealogical research. These include many functions now performed by other government offices such as proving deeds, probate, petitions, taxes, appointment of local officials, licenses, bastardy, manumission – the list goes on. To complicate things, the type of courts and what areas they were responsible for has changed over time. This discussion will help you know what you can find along with how and where to find it.
Virtual and free with registration beginning shortly after the October meeting
For details and registration will be available at
wakecogen.org
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific time.
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Tuesday, December 6
Utah Genealogical Association Virtual Chapter (Webinar)
5:00 pm
10 Steps for Organizing for the Busy Genealogist - Cynthia Patton
As a genealogist who hasn't felt overwhelmed with volumes of paper, a steady flood of daily emails, and projects that have been started but never finished? This presentation will tackle dealing with these issues. You will learn how to set up daily routines that ensure you make the most of the time in your day. You will also discover ways to set up filing systems that work across platforms both digital and conventional. Attendees will be provided with a step by step approach to GET ORGANIZED as well as a "Tool Kit" of good ideas to take back and implement in their business and personal life.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific time.
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Tuesday, December 6
Legacy Family Tree (Webinar)
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Lloyd’s of London: Its History and Its Records for Shipping - Paul Milner, FUGA, MDiv
Lloyd’s Shipping Lists, and the allied publications are the go-to resources for information about merchant shipping over 100 tons worldwide since 1696. Lloyd’s of London created its first news sheet in 1696. Its successor Lloyd’s List issued in 1734 was a weekly journal of news about ships arriving in English and Irish ports. The New Lloyd’s List ran as a rival beginning in 1769, and replaced it 1773, dropping New after 1788. The frequency of publication changed to daily with annual indexes, advertisements were introduced in 1854. Lloyd’s Weekly Shipping Index began publication in 1880. Further changes were made especially during WWI and WWI with additional records being created. Shipping records are still being produced. The Lists created by Lloyd’s are the go-to place for shipping over 100 tons worldwide to get information on the vessels, their masters, and their owners. The presentation will show examples of the different records and how to interpret and understand the information contained. We will look at what is online, and where to look when not online. Plus, once identified where can one look for more information about the ships and the people involved.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific Time.
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Wednesday, December 7
New York Public Library (Webinar)
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Writing Your Family History
This event is online only. Learn how to shape your genealogy research into a cohesive narrative of your family history. Explore different types of family history styles and writing manuals to guide your project. This is an online class. Registration is required.
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Wednesday, December 7
Legacy Family Tree (Webinar)
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Creating a DNA Plan for Geoff’s Brick Wall - Diahan Southard
Despite his best efforts, Geoff Rasmussen’s long standing brick wall hasn’t come down yet. John Williams, born in New York City between 1840-1854, was the son of John Williams. Family tradition says that “he was orphaned at the age of 10 and shifted around until he was 16”. Geoff thinks it’s time to add a little genetic genealogy to his plan. On hand to help him develop this DNA plan is DNA expert Diahan Southard. Join us and learn techniques that you can apply to your own family tree.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific Time.
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Thursday, December 8
Georgia Genealogical Society (Webinar)
5:00 pm to 6:15 pm
Researching Who Your DNA Matches Are (Cyber Detective Work 101) - Mary Eberle, JD
Oftentimes we find a great DNA match, but the match doesn’t have a full name or a tree. Don’t fret. Learn how to determine who they are and even build their family tree. We’ll walk through steps for determining 1) who your match is, 2) possible ways they might be related, and 3) how far back to build their trees to connect them into your family tree. This might even help solve a family mystery!
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific time.
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Thursday, December 8
Germanic Genealogy Society (MN) (Webinar)
6:00 pm to 7:15 pm
Using German Parish Records: Part 2 - Gail Blankenau
Gail Blankenau is a nationally known German genealogy speaker. She has spoken at 2 International German Genealogy Conferences.
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Friday, December 9
Legacy Family Tree (Webinar)
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Trendy Tech Tools for Your Research: Yay or Nay? - Cyndi Ingle
Everywhere we turn we hear from someone recommending the latest and greatest apps and tools to use in our research. But should we try to use all of them? Some of them? None of them? How do you choose what is best for you? We will go over the research process and help you decide which of your own activities need special tools and which work well with the standard tools we all should use.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific Time.
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Tuesday, December 13
Genealogical Society of New Jersey (Webinar)
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
"Are You My Mother?" An Adoptee's Perspective on Search and Reunion - Matt Weismantel
There is always a great deal to unpack in any closed adoption search and reunion effort, and it is not easy to assess how someone will handle their discoveries. No matter the approach, it is rarely an antiseptic process— and can be further complicated by the rose-colored glasses of expectation. DNA advances have sped things up, leaving precious little time to internalize new information before reunion commences. By examining a personal case history, we will consider the implications of how search and reunion have transitioned from private investigator cases into a typical genealogical exercise along with significant changes in New Jersey law. How have these changes influenced the life experiences of adoption triad members, both those who want or do not want to search? The presentation will also provide a view on the long-term progression of reunion.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific time.
Thank you to conferencekeeper.org for providing information on this event. |
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Wednesday, December 14
Legacy Family Tree (Webinar)
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Japanese American Research - Linda Harms Okazaki
Japanese began immigrating to the U.S. in large numbers after the implementation of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882. Explore both conventional and ethnic specific U.S. records as they pertain to those of Japanese ancestry. The time frame ranges from the late 19th century through post-World War II.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific Time.
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Wednesday, December 14
New York Genealogical & Biographical Society (Webinar)
3:00 pm
All Ears: How to Incorporate Oral History into Your Research - Brendon Duffy
After conducting interviews for two decades, Brendon Duffy will share how to prepare for, conduct, record and preserve an oral history interview.
Most important, he will discuss how they can be useful to you in your genealogical research. Some unique oral history resources available in New York and beyond will also be explored.
For details and registration see
www.newyorkfamilyhistory.org/events/all-ears
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific time.
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Thursday, December 15
Southern Arizona Genealogy Society (Webinar)
1:00 pm
When Dates Disagree: 8 Ways to Resolve Conflicting Details - Josh Taylor
Every genealogist comes across conflicting names or dates in their research. With the right methodologies at your side, you can resolve conflicts and move forward in your research.
SHORT PROGRAM & SPEAKER:
Chris Arundell will present a program on World War II Civilian POWs in the Phillipines.
In-Person Meeting Info:
• Speakers: Josh Taylor will be presenting "live" via Zoom which will simultaneously be available to our in-person meeting and to those unable to attend in-person. .
Zoom meeting link will be found under the event listing at
www.azsags.org/eventListings.php?nm=43
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific time.
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Thursday, December 15
Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania (Webinar)
4:00 pm
What's New at FamilySearch and the Family History Library - David Rencher
Learn what’s happened at the Family History Library during the closure for the pandemic and what you can expect now that it’s reopened, and you can research again. Also, learn the latest features to the FamilySearch website and the exciting online collections.
The time listed for this event is Pacific Time.
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Thursday, December 15
Florida State Genealogical Society (Webinar)
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Surviving the Digital Dark Ages: Backups and Archiving - Mark Stephen Middleton
Are you overwhelmed with stacks of paper? Learn how to backup and archive your family research for future generations to enjoy.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific time.
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Friday, December 16
Legacy Family Tree (Webinar)
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
How the West Was Won in Canada - Lianne Kruger
The Canadian west was not won by cowboys and guns. The west was won by homesteaders, NWMP (RCMP), and railways. For a $10 registration fee and a lot of hard work a male farmer could have 160 acres of land. Farmers or want-to-be-farmers came from all over. We will use a couple of case studies, search for homestead records, review all the components to understand what the records indicate, convert the data to enter and locate it on Google Maps, and view what the area looks like today. Other records such as Hudson’s Bay Company and RCMP records will be shown.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific Time.
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Saturday, December 17
Massachusetts Society of Genealogists (Webinar)
9:00 am
Getting Started with Portuguese Genealogy - Margaret R. Fortier
This lecture outlines the four waves of Portuguese immigration to the US, primarily to Massachusetts, California, and Hawaii, and focuses on Massachusetts. Naming patterns and name changes are illustrated as well as the flexible system of surnames. Using the FAN club, US records, with special emphasis on the wealth of Portuguese-American newspapers, are examined for clues to locating the family in Portugal. Portuguese Catholic records and passports are reviewed.
Zoom registration link will be available soon.
For details and registration see
msoginc.org/
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific time.
Thank you to conferencekeeper.org for providing information on this event. |
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Tuesday, December 20
Wisconsin State Genealogical Society (Webinar)
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Entering the Old Northwest Territory - Peggy Clemens Lauritzen
When we think of settling the West, our minds will often turn to the broad expanses of the American West that conjures up scenes of broad prairies and herds of buffalo and antelope. Such was not the case in the First American West. Summary: After the signing of the Treaty of Paris was signed in 1783, Britain ceded land that would eventually comprise the Northwest Territory. Just five years later, the first settlers would leave their homes in New England and begin their journey to the “Territory Northwest of the River Ohio,” and establish their first city – Marietta. Eventually the states of Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, and part of Minnesota would be included.
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Tuesday, December 20
Legacy Family Tree (Webinar)
5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
French Emigrants: They Were Not All Huguenots, or Nobles, or From Alsace-Lorraine - Anne Morddel, CG
One of the great difficulties for people researching their French immigrant ancestors’ roots is that so little is known outside of France about when and why the French left their country. This dearth of knowledge has led many family historians of the nineteenth century to presume Huguenot, noble émigré or Alsace-Lorraine ancestry for any ancestor with a French name. The supposition became a family legend that then became a research frustration as more recent family historians attempt to prove what was never more than a misguided supposition. This webinar looks at the many waves of French migration, as well as the three mentioned in the title, from the seventeenth to the twentieth centuries. The historical reasons for when, why and to where they emigrated will provide the key points to bear in mind when conducting research. The bibliography, in English and French, contains not only books and articles concerning French emigration but a list of websites to aid the researcher.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific Time.
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Wednesday, December 21
Legacy Family Tree (Webinar)
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Designing with Canva for Your Genealogy, Society or Business - Colleen Robledo Greene, MLIS
Canva is a freemium model cloud-based graphic design app that allows even the most design-challenged genealogist to create attractive digital and print products. Colleen uses it frequently to create visuals for my blogs, social media posts, videos and reports, and for family celebrations. We will walk through navigating around the browser interface and features, review the various design libraries, and demonstrate some of her regular design use cases. We will also discuss free personal Canva, premium Canva Pro, and Canva’s Nonprofits program for your society.
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Monday, December 26
Pikes Peak (CO) Library District (Webinar)
5:00 pm
Researching Your Femail Ancestors
Researching your female ancestors can be a difficult, yet rewarding, process. Women’s rights and positions in society varied by time and place, often making their records harder to trace (and how do we find those elusive maiden names?!). In this class, we will learn strategies and records to help you research the women of your family.
The time listed for this webinar is Pacific time.
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Wednesday, December 28
Legacy Family Tree (Webinar)
11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Idaho Research: Genealogy Gems Galore - Sharon Monson
Abundant records for Census, Church, Court, Land & Property, and Directories make researching in Idaho a productive experience. Online databases for Pre-Territorial Tax Rolls, Old Penitentiary Prison Records, 1882-1961, Wills and Probate Records, 1857-1989, Obituaries, and Historical Newspapers are treasures. True gems are found in the Pioneer Histories, Index of over 75,000 Biographical Sketches, Overland Diaries & Letters, and records for Idaho Indian Tribes described on research facility and American Indian websites.
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