June 2002 Genealogy Forum News

Coming Genealogical And Family History Events

Submitted by: HOST GFS Chuck@aol.com

The Announcements below have been posted on the Message Boards and in the Library of The Genealogy Forum on AOL (Keyword: ROOTS. Pease send future announcements of family reunions, conferences or seminars for your genealogical organizations to the undersigned.

Charles H. (Chuck) Bobo
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First Saturdays -- Regional Archives Open, Pittsfield, MA

From: info@genealogyfair.com

Pittsfield, MA -- The National Archives and Records Administration, Northeast Region, Pittsfield, MA, office, located at 10 Conte Drive in Pittsfield, is now open on the first Saturday of each month. The facility will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7, October 5, November 2, and December 7, 2002.

The National Archives facility in Pittsfield has extensive microfilm holdings for genealogical research. These collections include Federal population census, 1790 to 1930; Revolutionary War military and pension records; passenger arrival records for most Atlantic ports beginning in 1820; World War I draft registrations for New England and New York; and naturalization indexes for New England and Federal District Courts in New York.

Regular hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesdays, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and now the first Saturday of each month from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The mission of the National Archives is to ensure, for the Citizen and the Public Servant, for the President and the Congress and the Courts, ready access to essential evidence.

For Further Information: (413) 445-6885

1 June 2002 – Genealogy Workshop, Jonesville, VA

From: Shelia@chartertn.net

The Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society will host a Genealogy Workshop on Saturday, 1 June 2002 at the Lee County High School in Jonesville, VA. Lectures will include "Footprints Along the Appalachian Trail", "Melungeon Heritage", "Up A Family Tree" (Beginning Genealogy), and "The Internet and My Family History" (Learn about the top 20 genealogical sites for gathering information on the Internet.) Lectures will include live multimedia slide presentations.

The workshop is open to anyone interested in any phase of family history, and several genealogical materials/publications will be on hand. Workshop fees are $20 if paid before May 10th, or $30 if paid after May 10, and fees may be mailed to:

Lee County Historical and Genealogical Society
P.O. Box 231
Jonesville, VA 24263-0231.

For further information contact Rebecca Jones at 276-346-2010 or Judy Davidson at 276-346-2335. Early registration is suggested.

More information may be found at www.huntgenealogy.com/events.htm.

Shelia Steele Hunt
Kingsport, TN

1 June 2002 – Beginners Genealogy Class, Cleveland, OH

From: mbregitzer@aol.com

A Beginners Genealogy Class is being offered on Saturday, 1 June, 2002, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Western Reserve Historical Society Library, 10825 East Blvd., Cleveland OH 44106.

The subject will be: Exploring Family History--An Introduction: Home Sources; Vital Records; Research By Mail; Basic Genealogical Rules; Charts, Forms, Organization, Supplies; Cemetery and Funeral Home Records; Types of Evidence, Documentation; Handwriting Problems; U.S. Census Records; and Hands-on Research in WRHS Library with expert personal help.

COST: $15 - 1/2 price parking; $5 late fee for reservations after May 25.

For more information contact: Roger Ellsworth, registrar (216) 283-6451 or wrhsgen@juno or Post Office Box 181201, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118-1201.

This class is part of the Genealogical Institute 2002 sponsored by The Genealogical Committee, a working auxiliary of the Western Reserve Historical Society, whose purpose is to further the study of genealogy through meetings, lectures, seminars, and workshops; and to provide financial support in the acquisition of appropriate materials and equipment for the genealogical collections of the Society's Library.

1 June 2002 – Bibb County ‘Cuzins’ Gathering, AL

The Bibb County (AL) "Cuzins" are having a genealogy get-together on Saturday, 1 June 2002 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the pavilion at Bibb County Lake in Walter Owens Park.This is for ALL our interested persons - anyone who has ties to Bibb County through families, related families and those who are seeking their families.

There are picnic tables and no charges for use of the pavilion; just clean up afterward. The pavilion is handicap accessible.

Several "cuzins" are coming from out-of-state; many others from all parts of Alabama. Bring a covered dish (or two), your relatives (dead or alive:), pictures, family trees, scrapbooks, stories, plenty of paper for note taking, cameras - and have a great time meeting folks, sharing answers to those brick walls, discovering your heritage, and eating great Southern food.

Directions:

*Driving south to Tuscaloosa: Hwy 82 almost to Centreville; Hwy 5 heading north to the park. Go 5.4 miles and then about 1 mile to the lake and pavilion.

* I-20/59 (Birmingham to Tuscaloosa): Exit 97; Hwy 5 heading south; mileage is 15.7 miles and then approximately 1 mile to the lake. Vocational School is on left before park entrance.

* I-20/59 west of Tuscaloosa: exit at Hwy 82; Hwy 5 heading north.

*Driving north, as on Hwy. 43: exit on Hwy 5 at Brent, heading north.

*Driving north as from I-65, 231, etc.: Hwy 82 at Prattville; continue thru Centreville; Hwy 219 and connect with Hwy 5 just before getting to the park.

For specific information contact Pat at kpt1938@aol.com or 205-938-9579.

And please share this with others.

1 June 2002 – Roots XVIII Family History Seminar, Dix Hills, NY

From: wchamber@suffolk.lib.ny.us

Roots XVIII, The Huntington Historical Society's 18th annual Family History Seminar will be on Saturday, 1 June 2002 at Five Towns College in Dix Hills, Long Island, NY.

Speakers:

Leslie Corn, specialist in NYC & Internet research;
David E. Rencher, AG, FUGA, accredited in Irish Research;
Daniel Schlyter, AG, specialist in Germany & Eastern Europe;
Arthur Sniffin, archivist;
Meldon J. Wolfgang III, specialist in urban research

Schedule: 1 June 2002

8:30-9:15 a.m.: Registration - Browsing - Coffee Welcome and Announcements

9:30-10:30 a.m.:

rish Jurisdictions and Reference Works. David R. Rencher AG.

European Departure Lists: The Hamburg Passenger Lists 1856 - 1934Daniel Schlyter, AG.

Probates, Judgments, Conveyances, Name Changes: Fascinating Glimpses into Our Ancestors' Lives, Loves, and Personalities. Leslie Corn, MA.

Family History Research: Getting Started. Arthur F. Sniffin MA.

11 a.m. – 12 noon:

Irish Emigration Sources and Methods. David R. Rencher, AG.

Essentials in German Genealogical Research.Daniel Schlyter, AG.

Non-Population, State, and Local Census Records.Arthur F. Sniffin, MA.

Urban Research: Sources and Techniques. Meldon J. Wolfgang III, MA

12 Noon – 1 p.m.: Box Lunch - Courtyard Café, Browse Exhibits

1–2 p.m.:

Out of the Ashes: rish Genealogical Collections. David R. Rencher, AG.

Sources for Genealogical Research in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Daniel Schlyter, AG.

Credible Clues from the Internet. Leslie Corn, MA.

Sleuthing in the Stacks: Using Non-traditional Resources. Mldon J. Wolfgang III, MA.

2:30 - 3:30 p.m.:

Ireland's Estate, Land, and Property Records. David R. Rencher, AG.

Building Your German Pedigree Using Church Records and Civil Registration. Daniel Schlyter, AG.

Case Studies from Cyberspace. Leslie Corn, MA.

Beyond City Directories: Biographical, Professional, and College Directories (an Untapped Source). Meldon J. Wolfgang III, MA.

3:45 p.m.: Door Prize Drawings - You Must Be Present To Win.

Genealogical Vendors - books, maps, etc., and representatives from various ethnic organizations will be there.

Brochures available; To receive a copy, please send your P.O. address either to my e-mail address: wchamber@suffolk.lib.ny.us; Details, including a list of lectures, exhibitors, directions and a printable registration form are available on our new web site:

www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org/genealogy/. The web site also includes is a list of Genealogy Workshop meetings and information about the Historical Society's properties and activities.

or contact

Bill Chamberlain, wchamber@suffolk.lib.ny.us
Genealogy Workshop Committee
The Huntington Historical Society
209 Main St., Huntington, NY 11743-6993
Phone (631) 427-7045
Fax (631) 427-7056

1 June 2002 – All-Day Workshop, Charlotte, MI

The Eaton County Genealogical Society will present its Annual All-Day Workshop with keynote speaker, Jean McRae White, on 1 June 2002 at Charlotte, MI. For more information, contact Drouscella Halsey at P.O. Box 337, Charlotte, MI 48813-0337 or e-mail ecgsoc@juno.com.

1 June 2002 – German Research, San Diego, CA

The German Research Association will host an all-day seminar on 1 June 2002 in San Diego, CA, featuring Edward R. Brandt, PhD as speaker. For more information contact vitalee@cox.net

1 June 2002 – Ancestral Swap Meet, Raleigh, MS

The third annual Central Mississippi Ancestral Swap Meet is scheduled for Saturday, 1 June 2002 in Raleigh, MS. The Smith County

Genealogical Society, in partnership with the Scott County Genealogical Society, Jones County Genealogical & Historical Organization and Newton County Historical and Genealogical Society will again sponsor this event.

Individuals researching family lines and histories can come together at the Smith County Agricultural Complex in Raleigh to search through hundreds of family files as well as compare and share records and information on the many family names that came into and through Central Mississippi.

The event starts at 8:30 a.m. with registration and will continue until 5 p.m. or until the last person leaves (whichever comes first). The will be ample time for searching, reviewing, and copying the family files of interest. This year's program will include a one-hour morning "beginners" session for school age children (3rd Grade and up). Sponsors say there will be something for both the beginner as well as the advanced researcher. Central Mississippi was one of the major migration routes for families moving west out of the Carolinas, Georgia, and Alabama. Many families made the move from Central Mississippi into Louisiana and Texas after the Civil War.

Pre-registration for this year's Swap Meet is now open for $15 per person above 12 years of age and $7.50 for children 8 to 12 years of age. This charge covers entrance into the event, access to family files, and lunch. There will be an additional charge for copying family files. Vendor booths will be available for $25.

Participants are encouraged to submit either an ancestral or descendent file on each family member whether they passed through the area or not. It is these submitted files that are made available for researchers and make the event potentially helpful to those attending. Files submitted should be limited to 25 - 30 pages per family. Persons submitting files are also asked

to put their name and address on front or back of the first page so that one looking at the file can make direct contact. Family files will be gladly accepted from those who can not attend but would like to contribute to the

repository of family lines. There is no charge for submitting files.

Pre-registration, family files should be sent to:

Smith County Genealogical Society
Atten: Swap Meet
P.O. Box 356
Raleigh, MS 39153

These should include name, address, phone number, e-mail address (if one), surnames researching, and the registration fee. Deadline for pre-registration is May 25, 2002.

For more information contact: Larry & Charlotte Webb at 601-426-6749 or e-mail lncwebb@bellsouth.net or George Stuart at 601-782-9494 or e-mail gstuart@c-gate.net.

1 June 2002 – Medical Records, Barrie, Ontario, Canada

Joseph Solovitch, Senior Archivist, Archives of Ontario, will conduct a program on "Medical Records at the Archives of Ontario when the Simcoe County Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society meets at 2 p.m., 1 June 2002, at the LDS Church, 79 Ferris Lane, Barrie, Ontario, Canada.

Everyone is welcome. Book table is open at 1:30 p.m. For information, please contact Rita Turner at rturner@drlogick.com or visit our website at http://www.simcoebogs.com

2 June 2002 – English Records Seminar, Cleveland, OH

From: Mbregitzer@aol.com

Colin Chapman, Ph.D., will present a program on English Genealogical Research at Western Reserve Historical Society Library, 10825 East Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44106 on Sunday, 2 June 2002. The meeting is from 1 to 4:30 p.m., and registration begins at 12:30 p.m.

Chapman is the author of 14 genealogical books, worldwide lecturer on British and Irish Genealogy, has co-founded six of the British country genealogical societies.His topic on 2 June will be Your Ancestors in British Education Records from Monasteries to Reformatories. A description of where our British and Irish ancestors received their education. Early teaching was sometimes provided in monasteries and abbeys. By the 16th century businessmen and charities funded schools. In the 19th century the government made education available for all. Most schools kept records. You may be able to discover an ancestor in these records. He also will cover Little Used Sources in Tracing your British and Irish Roots. He will lecture on examples of lists of 17th and 18th century Roman Catholic and Nonconformists, 17th century newspaper articles, land and manorial court records stretching more than 900 years, secular court records and poll books and directories. Records of officials, craftsmen & women servants & apprentices will be described as little-used sources.

COST: $20 - WRHS members; $25 non-WRHS members; registration deadline 25 May 2002, after which $5 will be added to these costs.

For more information, contact: Chairman, G.L. Moore, (440) 234-7508 or mooregl@aol.com or

Registrar, Nancy Leinweber, (440) 257-9245 or nanbwl@juno.com.

The Genealogical Committee is a working auxiliary of the Western Reserve Historical Society whose purpose is to further the study of genealogy through meetings, lectures, seminars, and workshops; and to provide financial support in the acquisition of appropriate materials and equipment for the genealogical collections of the Society's Library.

2 June 2002 – Genealogy Meeting, Bramalea, Ontario, Canada

Mary Ellen Beatty will speak on “Telling Your Live Story Using Exciting New Technology” when the Halton-Peel Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society meets at 2 p.m. on 2 June 2002 at the Chinguacousy Branch Library, Lower Level, 150 Central Park Drive, Bramalea, Ontario, Canada.

Visitors are welcome. More info: Betty Cameron bbmcam@sympatico.ca.

7 June 2002 – Scottish Symposium, Arlington, TX

The Texas Scottish Festival and Highland Games is sponsoring the 2002 Scottish Family History Symposium “Scottish and Scots-Irish Family History Research” on 7 June 2002 in the LaQuinta Conference Center in Arlington, Texas.

Dean Hunter, AG, CGRS - England, Scotland, and Ireland, the featured speaker, is development specialist for the British Collection at the LDS Family History Library in Salt Lake City. He has made 15 genealogical trips to the British Isles including five to Ireland and eight to Scotland. Mr. Hunter is the current president of the Federation of Genealogical Societies. Family history researchers frequently have knowledge of his/her American ancestors but encounters problems researching ancestors in Scotland and/or Northern Ireland. This symposium will concentrate on available records and techniques useful for searching for these evasive Scottish and Scots-Irish forebears. Each lecture period will include time for questions. A syllabus will be distributed to attendees.

The symposium will be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration fee is $40 and includes all seminar costs, buffet lunch, and drinks and refreshments at breaks. For further information call (817) 654-2293 or see their Web site at http://www.TexasScottishFestival.com.

8 June 2002 – Ethnic Heritage Day, Manalapan, NJ

Monmouth County Genealogy Society [MCGS] will present an Ethnic Heritage Day on Saturday, 8 June 2002 at the Monmouth County Library & Archives, Symmes Road, Manalapan, NJ, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Admission is FREE.

Experienced family historians representing a wide range of ethnicities will be on hand to answer individual questions about researching the family tree. Celebrating Diversity in New Jersey, our experts will provide help in searching for African-American, Hispanic, Italian, German, Irish, English, Jewish, Native American, Ukrainian, and other ancestors. Come

discover that genealogy is just as much fun, just as rewarding, and yes, just as frustrating, searching for ancestors who came to this country in the 20th century as for those who came earlier.

Directions: http://www.shore.co.monmouth.nj.us/archives/contact.htm.

MCGS
PO Box 5
Lincroft, NJ 07738-0005
http://home.infi.net/~kjshelly/mcgs.html

8 June 2001 – Genealogy Seminar, Anniston, AL

From: YSELF35@aol.com

The AlaBenton Genealogical Society presents an All-day Seminar featuring Professor Robert (Bob) Scott Davis on "Using a Computer to Research" on Saturday, 8 June 2002 from 9 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. in the Ayers Room (2nd floor) of the Anniston-Calhoun County Public Library, 108 East Tenth St., Anniston, AL. Lunch will be served.

Program:

9 - 9:40 a.m.: Registration/Coffee,

9:40 - 9:45 a.m.: Introduction.

9:45 - 10:30 a.m.: "Using Wallace State Resources."

10:30 - 10:45 a.m.: Coffee/Juice Break.

10:45 - 11:30 a.m.: "Research Tactics with a Computer."

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Lunch served on premises.

12:30 - 1:15 p.m.: "My Favorite Web Sites and Why I Hate Them."

1:15 - 1:45 p.m.: Questions & Answers

Cost for the event is $12 before 1 June and $15 after 1 June with a limit of 70 people.

Registration Form: www.members.aol.com/Yself35/Registration.html

For more information, E-mail: Yself35@aol.com. Please type "Seminar" in subject line.

8 June 2002 – Legacy Family Tree Software, Milton, Ontario, Canada
Geoffrey Rasmussen of Provo, UT, will present to workshops on using Legacy Family Tree Software on 8 June 2002 at the Global Genealogy & History Shoppe, 13 Charles St., Milton, Ontario, Canada. The workshops are especially valuable for those using Legacy and will be a “must attend” for those who want to compare Legacy with other genealogy software. The morning workshop will be from 10 a.m. to 12 noon and the second will be from 1 to 3 p.m. The presentations will be identical. For more information, log on to: http://globalgenealogy.com/workshops.

8 June 2002 – Family Tree Day, Oxfordshire, England

The first "Family Tree Day" at the Oxfordshire (England) Record Office will be 8 June 2002. Hosted by the staff of the record office in conjunction with the Oxfordshire Family History Society, the day will have numerous attractions including computer demonstrations. The society's computerised search services and newly computerised birth brief index will also be available for consultation. The biggest feature of "Family History Day" will be the opportunity for family historians to consult prime records of relevance to their research with an expert at their elbow.

Further information about "Family Tree Day" and about the Oxfordshire Family History Society can be obtained from the society's website at: http://www.ofhs.org.uk.

9-13 June 2002 – VA Research Institute, Richmond, VA

The Virginia Genealogical Society holds its Virginia Institute of Genealogical Research in Richmond, VA, 9-13 April 2002. Two tracks will be offered: Intro to Virginia Research for novice Virginia researchers and Interpreting Virginia Records for the more experienced Virginia researcher. Both tracks offer more than 20 hours of instruction. Classroom seating is limited and late registrations cannot be guaranteed a syllabus notebook or overnight accommodations.

E-mail is the preferred from of contact for additional information: mail@vgs.org . Telephone calls will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EST on Tuesdays or Wednesdays at 804-285-8954.

9-14 June 2002 – Genealogical & Historical Research, Birmingham, AL

The Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research will be held June 9-14, 2002 at Samford University, Birmingham, AL. This week-long course is one of the best in genealogy.

Speakers will be:

Carrie Moore Adamson, ABJ (summa cum laude); genealogical editor, librarian, lecturer based in Augusta, Georgia.

Mary McCampbell Bell, Certified Lineage Specialist and Certified Genealogical Lecturer.

Claire Mire Bettag, CGRS, M.A. (French); professional genealogist based in Washington D.C.; certified since 1997.

Lloyd DeWitt Bockstruck, A.B. (cum laude), M.A. (European History), M.S. (Library Science), FNGS, has been with the Dallas (TX) Public Library since 1973 and currently serves as the Supervisor of the Genealogy Section.

John Philip Colletta, Ph.D. (Medieval French Literature), has been conducting workshops for the National Archives, teaching courses for the Smithsonian Institution, and lecturing nationally before genealogical, historical and ethnic groups societies since 1985.

Linda Woodward Geiger, CGRS, CGL; professional genealogist based in Georgia. Certified since 1994, her research focuses on Georgia and New England records prior to 1915.

Amy Larner Giroux, CG, has been certified since 1996. Her research specialty is New York City and the Lower Hudson Valley.

Alexia Jones Helsley, is a consultant with the South Carolina Department of Archives and History developing a genealogical guide and continuing her research for the Biographical Directory of the SC House of Representatives, 1828-1859.

Sherry Irvine, B.A., M.S., CGRS, FSA (Scot), is a teacher, lecturer and writer specializing in English and Scottish family history.

James R. Johnson, B.A., M.A., M.S.L.S. Ph.D. (History), is the Senior Manager of the History and Genealogy Department of the Memphis/Shelby County [TN] Public Library.

Helen F. M. Leary, B.A., CG, CGL, FASG, is a professional genealogist with more than 25 years' experience and a featured speaker at NGS, FCS and state conferences.

Sandra Hargreaves Luebking, BA, FUGA, is a researcher, lecturer, and writer. She has taught at IGHR since 1979 and has been Course I Coordinator since 1990.

Ken Macomber, is a computer consultant in the area of genealogical software and records management. He is a professional computer specialist with over 30 years experience in computer software development, project management, and technical consulting.

Elizabeth Shown Mills, B.S. (Family History), CG, CGL, FNGS, FASG, FUGA, is the editor of the National Genealogical Society Quarterly, past president and trustee of the BCG, president of the ASG, and a founding member of the GSG.

David E. Rencher, A.G., FUGA, is employed by the Family & Church History Department in Salt Lake City where he is the Director of the Libraries Division. A professional genealogist since 1977, he was accredited in Ireland research in 1981.

Christine Rose, A.A. (Foreign Language with Honors), CG, CGL, FASG, is a full-time professional genealogist with 40 years experience. She lectures nationally at various institutes, conferences, and seminars.

Craig Roberts Scott, MA, CGRS was the co-editor of Northern Virginia Genealogy (1996-97) and the editor of the Scott Genealogical Quarterly (1987-1995).

Benjamin B. Spratling, III, B.S. (Economics), LL.M. (Taxation), J.D., is a partner in the law firm of Haskell Slaughter & Young. Spratling attended IGHR from 1989 through 1991 and has been an IGHR lecturer since 1992.

Elizabeth C. Wells, B.A., M.A., M.L.S., is the coordinator of the Special Collection Unit of the Samford University Library.

Complete details are available at: http://www.samford.edu/schools/ighr/ighr.html

11 June 2002 -- Georgia Lunch and Learn Lecture Series

From: pcoleman@sos.state.ga.us

The Georgia "Lunch and Learn" Lecture Series in the State Archives for 2002 has been announced. Begun in 1993, this is an educational program that features prominent speakers who present brief talks on a wide variety of historical and cultural topics. Lectures are from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. in the State Archives auditorium, adjacent to the main lobby. These presentations are free and open to the public,

11 June: How to Take Care of Your Videotapes and Audiotapes; Ruta Abolins, Director, Media Archives and Peabody Awards Collection, University of Georgia Libraries

The Ben W. Fortson, Jr., Archives and Records Building is located at 330 Capitol Ave., S.E., in Atlanta. Located two blocks south of the State Capitol, at the corner of Capitol Avenue and Memorial Drive, the State Archives is accessible via major highways I-75/85 and I-20. The parking fee is $3.00. Via Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority, the Archives are three blocks south of the Georgia State University Station. For further State Archives information please call 404-656-2350.

For additional information, visit the web site: http://www.sos.state.ga.us/archives/as/ggi.htm .

13 June 2002 – Hookers, Crooks and Kooks…Pittsburgh, PA

From: Elissa@PowellGenealogy.com
Jana Sloan Broglin will present a program, "Hookers, Crooks and Kooks, or Aunt Merle Didn’t Run a Boarding House!" on Thursday, 13 June 2002 at 7 p.m. at the Carnegie Library Lecture Hall, 4400 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA (in the Oakland section of town). The program is FREE and open to all and is hosted by the Western Pennsylvania Genealogical Society (www.WPGS.org).

This lively presentation, done in costume, discusses family tradition, court records, military records and little-used records such as jail registers, hospital, and coroner’s inquests, for finding missing ancestors and discovering the black sheep in your family. However, not all were scalawags! A fun evening to wrap up the program year.

Jana Sloan Broglin, a northwestern Ohio native, is a professional genealogist, lecturer and freelance writer. She is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Ohio Genealogical Society. As a board member, Jana has been the program chair and conference chair for OGS. She served as conference chair again in 2002.

Since joining OGS in 1979, Jana has contributed articles to the OGS publications the "Newsletter," and the "Report," and has indexed books for the OGS library. She was named a
"Kentucky Colonel" for more than 30 publications on Kentucky. These publications include abstracts of pension applications for the Revolutionary War, War of 1812 and early Indian Wars. Also published for Kentucky is a series of early wills and estates abstracting all the persons mentioned in the documents.

14-15 June 2002 – Genealogy Conference, Knoxville, TN

eths@east-tennessee-history.org and rhyne@east-tennessee-history.org

The East Tennessee Historical Society is hosting its 2002 genealogy conference 14-15 June 2002 in downtown Knoxville, TN, at the Knoxville Hilton, just a block west of the East Tennessee History Center. Detailed information, including a PDF version of the brochure sent to ETHS members, is now online at the ETHS web site: http://www.east-tennessee-history.org.

A brief description of some of the activities and sessions included in the

conference follows:

Friday, 14 June 6 p.m. – Midnight: “Midnight at the McClung Historical Collection” at the East Tennessee History

Center. ETHS will partner with the Knox County Public Library to feature a special event. Attendance is limited to the first 45 registrants and includes an additional registration fee. The additional fee will be used to purchase resources for the McClung

Collection. Registered participants will have six uninterrupted hours to research, seek advice from Tennessee research specialists, tour the ETHS Museum, browse the museum shop, enjoy a snack, and visit with other researchers. Registration information is included in the brochure.

"Obsessed researchers dream of being stranded overnight in a great library such as the McClung Historical Collection," said Cherel Henderson, ETHS associate director and conference organizer. "We're offering registered participants a chance to make that dream come true by allowing a limited number of researchers access to the library from 6 p.m. to midnight on Friday, June 14."

The McClung Historical Collection, located on the third floor of the East Tennessee History Center, is a department of the Knox County Public Library System. The genealogy library was called "one of the finest genealogy collections in the Southeast" in the book, America's Best Genealogy Research Centers by William Dollarhide.

Saturday, 15 June 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. -- “Enhance Your Genealogical Research” Conference at the Knoxville Hilton.

Conference topics include: Melungeons, Scots-Irish research, Grand Army of the Republic rosters, courthouse research, beginning genealogy, the State of Franklin, researching on the Kentucky-Tennessee border, East Tennessee pioneer records, internet research, beginning land platting, early American handwriting, Southwest Virginia history, Tennesseans in the War of 1812, clues to family research in museums, and more.

"We're not just looking at the basic research techniques," said Henderson. "We're also exploring underutilized resources such as early petitions to the government, pioneer records, and the evolution of early roads.”

The workshops will be held Saturday, June 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Guest speakers include Dr. George K. Schweitzer, Mark Lowe, Shelia Steele Hunt, Tom Kanon, Pat Spurlock Elder, Robert D. Jarnigan, staff of ETHS and the Knox County Public Library, and others.

Registration for the workshops is $40 for ETHS members and $45 for non-members. Registered workshop participants may also register for the "Midnight at the East Tennessee History Center" for an additional $10 per person. Proceeds from the midnight event registration fees will be used to purchase additional resource materials for the McClung Collection.

An early bird registration discount is available for the Saturday sessions for registrations postmarked by May 31. Registration prices and details are available on the PDF brochure found on the ETHS web site.

Saturday, 15 June, 7 p.m. -- Keynote Lecture & Dinner with Dr. George K. Schweitzer at the Knoxville Hilton. Our keynote event is a fun presentation by one of our nation's foremost genealogy lecturers. His topic, “Was Your Ancestor a Wine Drinking, Beer Drinking, or Schnapps Drinking German?” will explain the “joyous realization that what our German ancestors drank defined their origin and migration route.”

Dr. Schweitzer is the author of 19 genealogical research guidebooks and has lectured to more than 200 genealogical and historical societies in the United States, Canada, England, and Germany. He is best known for his use of historical re-enactment as a method for teaching genealogy.

Advance registration for the dinner and lecture is required. The brochure will contain additional details. Participants may register for the keynote lecture and dinner by accessing the web site listed above and later. The fee for the dinner and lecture is $30 per person.

The ETHS web site will also include information on special hotel rates at the Knoxville Hilton during the conference.

For more information about the ETHS 2002 Genealogy Conference please visit the ETHS web site at www.east-tennessee-history.org.

Contact: Shane Rhyne, Public Relations Director; [voice] 865-215-8826 [fax] 865-215-8819; [e-mail] rhyne@east-tennessee-history.org.

The East Tennessee Historical Society, headquartered in Knoxville, is one of the oldest cultural institutions in the state of Tennessee. Founded in 1834, ETHS is a non-profit organization and is dedicated to preserving, interpreting, and promoting the history of East Tennessee. The society's programs and activities are made possible through the support of its membership. For additional information about the 2002 genealogy conference and other ETHS activities, call (865) 215-8824 or visit the society's web

site at www.east-tennessee-history.org.

15 June 2002 – Spring Program, Manalapan, NJ

From: famhist@comcast.net

The Genealogical Society of New Jersey (GSNJ) and the Monmouth County Genealogy Society (MCGS) will present a "Spring Genealogical Program" on Saturday, 15 June 2002 at the Monmouth County Library & Archives, 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan, NJ, from 9:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Topics and Speakers:

Traditional vs. Computer Based Genealogical Research - John W. Konvalinka;

Little Known and Little Used Resources in Monmouth County - Mary Ann Kiernan and Carol York; and

A Pictoral Tour of Old and Unusual Graveyards of Monmouth County - Edward J. Raser.

Registration Fee: $12, includes box lunch of Roast Beef, Ham, Roast Turkey or Vegetarian Wrap sandwiches.

Send checks payable to:

GSNJ, c/o C. Arthur Lawton
203 West Upper Ferry Rd.
Trenton, NJ 08628

[include name, address and lunch choice]

Additional info, directions: http://www.shore.co.monmouth.nj.us/archives/contact.htm

GSNJ
P.O. Box 1291
New Brunswick, NJ 08903

http://www.rootsweb.com/~njgsnj/main.htm

MCGS

P.O. Box 5
Lincroft, NJ 07738-0005
http://home.infi.net/~kjshelly/mcgs.html

15 June 2002 – Genealogy Conference, Ironton, MO

From: jmcclur@mail.tigernet.gen.mo.us

The Iron County (MO) Genealogy Society, will host a Genealogy Conference on Saturday, 15 June 2002 starting a 7:45 a.m. and continuing until after 5 p.m. at Arcadia Valley High School, in Ironton, MO. We have seven great teachers/speakers coming and many genealogy book vendors. Please write for a brochure to:

Iron County Genealogy Society
P O Box 343
Arcadia, MO 63621 or

E-Mail : jmcclur@mail.tigernet.gen.mo.us.

15 June 2002 - Genealogy Workshops, Milton, Ontario, Canada

Rick Roberts will conduct two genealogy workshops on 25 June 2002 at the Global Genealogy & History Shoppe, 13 Charles St., Milton, Ontario, Canada. The first will be on "Using Family Tree Maker Software" from 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. This is an interactive workshop detailing how to use the program effectively as a research tool as well as for recording information and printing charts and reports.

The second workshop will be from 1:30 to 3:45 p.m. on "Creating a Family History Book Using Family Tree Maker." Rick says, "Many family historians undertake a research project so that their family's history will be preserved for future generations. This workshop shows you how to use Family Tree Maker software to accomplish that goal.

For information on either of the workshops visit the web site: http://globalgenealogy.com/workshops.

15 June 2002 – German Conference, Des Moines, IA

From: cmitsch@ix.netcom.com

The 10th Annual German Conference sponsored by the German Interest Group of the Iowa Genealogical Society on Saturday 15 June 2002 at the Des Moines Botanical Center, Des Moines, IA. The speaker will be Shirley J. Riemer, author of the German Research Companion and co-author with Roger Minert of Researching in Germany. The $25 ($30 for non-IGS members) registration includes a box lunch and access to the IGS Library on Sunday.

For more information contact send request to: cmitsch@ix.netcom.com.

15 June 2002 – AA West Coast Summit, Sacramento

The African American Genealogical Society of Sacramento is hosting the 2nd Annual West Coast Summit on African American Genealogy on 15 June in Sacramento, CA, with keynote speaker, Reginald Washington. For additional information, please contact Denise Griggs, P.O. Box 277681, Sacramento, CA 95827-7681 or see their Web site at www.aagssc.org

15 June 2002 --Northwest Indiana Workshop, Valparaiso

The Northwest Indiana Genealogical Society will host the workshop presentations by Marian Richter Schuetz on 15 June 2002 at prince of Peace Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall 234 West Division Rd Valparaiso, IN. Directions: From I-65, take US 30 East to Route 2, and turn right. Go about 3.1 miles, to Division (stop light just past Aberdeen B&B). Turn right, go about 1 block to driveway for the church, turn left.

10 a.m. – Registration.
10:30 a.m. -- The Ellis Island Experience: It is estimated that at least 100 million Americans today can trace their roots to an ancestor who entered the United States through Ellis Island. Are you one of them? This presentation will take you through the procedures of this famous New York immigrant-receiving station.
11:30 a.m. -- Lunch (Provided).

12:30 p.m. -- Short Business Meeting.

1 p.m. -- Twentieth Century Military Records: War may be hell, but oh the records it generates. This presentation explores records that the 1973 fire at the National Personnel Records Center (NPRC-MPR) didn't destroy.
Fees are: $15 – members; $17 - non-members; $20 - late registrations (after 5 June 2002). Your cancelled check is your receipt. To register send your name and address with registration fee (checks made out to NWIGS to:

NWIGS
P.O. 595
Griffith, IN 46319

15 June 2002 – Loyalists Festival, Adolphustown, Ontario, Canada

Fourth annual genealogy fair and re-enactment celebrating the Landing of the Loyalists in the Cataraqui Townships of the Bay of Quinte area in 1784 will be conducted on Saturday, 15 April 2002 at Adolphustown, Ontario, Canada, at the beautiful UEL Heritage Centre and Park established in 1956. Activities include: wreath laying patriotic parade, heritage displays, and genealogy items for sale. UEL Heritage Park contains a Loyalist Burying Ground, original 1784 Landing Site, original town plan for Adolphus Town village, and an 1870s historic home that operates as a museum and genealogy research centre. Info: 2002 Landing Committee e-mail: adolphustown@canada.com

16-23 June 2002 – Salt Lake City Trip from San Diego, CA

The San Diego Genealogical Society is planning a trip to Salt Lake City, from 16-23 June 2002. We will stay at the Carlton Hotel. Please check our web site for further information and prices: www.rootsweb.com/~casdgs for prices and other information. Transportation to and from Salt Lake City is NOT included. There are no side trips, dinners or professional research associates scheduled. Reservation forms will be available at the monthly meetings and at the SDGS Library. A $50 non-refundable deposit is required when registering. Full payment is due 25 May 2002. Point of contact is Jan Babb at E-mail: jbabb914@yahoo.com.

18 June 2002 – Using FHC Resources, Pittsburgh, PA

From: Elissa@PowellGenealogy.com

“Using the Resources of the Family History Centers in Your Genealogy Research” will be the program topic for Lorrie Gutherie when the North Hills Genealogists (of Pittsburgh), meet on 18 June at the Northland Public Library, 300 Cumberland Road, Pittsburgh PA 15237-5455.

Lorrie is director of the Pittsburgh Family History Center. Everyone should be aware of the fantastic resources available through the Family History Library in Salt Lake City and how they can bring those resources to view at their local Family History Center. Lorrie will enlighten us on the process and what is available that will help you in your research.

Regular third-Tuesday meeting are start at 7 p.m. every 3rd Tuesday except December. (Newsletter $12 /year - Provide: Address, 9-digit Zip, Phone, & Email address) Join our Email meeting notice list at E-mail: pioneerbook@Juno.com.

20 June 2002 – Genealogy on the Web, Wrentham, MA

"How to Find Genealogical Information on the World Wide Web" will be the topic of Kenneth V. Graves when the Boston to Providence Genealogical Society meets on 20 June 2002 at the Wrentham (MA) Public Library. This program will show you (with interactive examples for your own genealogy) how to locate the many resources and get genealogical answers on the web. Refreshments will be available. Non-members will have the option of paying $5 for the meeting or paying $20 for annual membership. Admission is free to members. There will also be opportunity to ask questions and share family information. For more information, contact: Ken Graves, 20 Binney Circle, Wrentham, MA 02093, (508) 384-8084, E-mail: ken.graves@gravesfa.org.

21-22 June 2002 – Annual Conference, Wichita, KS

The Wichita Genealogical Society will sponsor the annual conference of the Kansas Council of Genealogical Societies on 21-22 June 2002. Featured speaker will be Leslie Smith Collier and there will be mini sessions both days to include: The 1930 Federal Census; Capture Your Life Story; Researching in Wichita - Quaker Records at Friends University; Adventures in Web-pagin”.

The Conference will be at the Wichita Airport Hilton, 2098 Airport Road, Wichita, KS.

For additional information, contact:

KCGS

P.O. Box 3858

Topeka, KS 66604-6858; or

Visit the sponsor web page: http://skyways.lib.ks.us/genweb/kcgs/index.html; or

E-Mail: fulkerson@juno.com or Karen Burgess at casey@southwind.net.

21-22 June 2002 – Annual Conference, Port Angeles, WA

The Clallam County Genealogical Society will host the Washington State Annual conference 21-22 June 2002, on the campus of Peninsula College, Port Angeles, WA. The Jefferson County & Puget Sound Genealogical Societies are assisting with the conference. Featured speaker will be Shirley J. Reimer, genealogist, expert on German family history research, author of "The German Research Companion," and editor of "Der Blumenbaum," journal of the Sacramento German Genealogy Society. Her topic at 7 p.m. on Friday evening, 21 June, will be "Last Chance Charlie."

Additional speakers include Betty Dresser Leonard, Sarah Thorson Little, June Robinson. Gary Zimmerman and representatives of the Washington State Archives Northwest Regional Center and WWU's Center for Pacific Northwest Studies, Stephen Eric Baylor, Haxel Walters Rasar, and Laura Pemberton-Sparr.

Among the topics for the speakers from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, 22 June, will be:

International Research

Scandinavian Research

Rethinking the Place of Origin (German)

When the Going Gets Rough (German)

Traveling to Europe in Search of Your Ancestors

Genealogy for Beginners

Organizing Your Genealogical "Stuff" Cemetery and Vital Records

Censuses and Census Substitutes

Maps as a Genealogical Tool

Genealogy for the Experienced

Relating History to Genealogy

Advances in Maps

Using the State Archives and Center for Pacific Northwest Studies

Online Research

Society Management

Selecting Interesting Programs

Handling the Treasurer's Nightmares

Creative Fundraising

Volunteerism

For additional information, contact:

CCGS

P. O. Box 1327

Port Angeles, WA 98362

Phone: (360) 417-5000

Web site: www.olypen.com/ccgs.

21-23 June 2002 – Eastern Kentucky Reunion, Paintsville, KY.

Anyone researching any surname in Eastern Kentucky is invited to attend Eastern KY Reunion 2002, 21-23 June 2002 at the Ramada Inn, in Paintsville, Johnson County, KY and at Jenny Wiley State Park. At our site you will be able to find information regarding this reunion as well as a listing of our surnames and brick walls. This would be a great time to look for a lost branch and meet lots of new friends and family. Please check us out and if you like what you see please pass on to others who may be researching in Eastern KY. Contact Mary Ann Merritt. E-mail: merrittone@home.com and web site www.egroups.com/group/JOCOKYReunion2002.

21-23 June 2002 – Women and the Civil War, Frederick, MD

The Sixth Conference on Women and the Civil War will be 21-23 June 2002 at Hood College, Frederick, MD. The event focuses on the service of women to their country during the War Between the States. QUESTIONS: E-mail: roslin@nfis.com or call (301) 293-2820 or WWW: www.womenandthecivilwar.org.

22 June 2002 – Genealogy Fair, St. Louis, MO

The St. Louis Genealogical Society holds its 32nd annual fair, "Find Your Place in History” at the University of Missouri - St. Louis campus 8001 Natural Bridge Road, St. Louis, MO, on 22 June 2002. The fair features Cyndi Howells and Barbara Vines Little.

Cyndi’s topics are:

E-mail: How to Communicate Easily and Effectively with the World;

The World Wide Web - Quit Surfing and Start Researching;

Customizing Your Windows Desktop for Efficiency in Genealogy; and

The Great URL Hunt.

Contact St. Louis Genealogical Society, PO Box 43010, St. Louis, MO 63143-0010; phone: (314) 647-8547; e-mail: stlgs@primary.net; web site: www.rootsweb.com/~mostlogs/stindex.htm

22 June 2002 – Treetop Roots, Delta, OH

The Fulton County (OH) Genealogical Society Seminar at the Pike-Delta-York High School in Delta, OH, on 22 June 2002 is titled,"Roots to the Treetop: Climbing Your Family Tree" Featured speakers are Amy Johnson Crow, Karen Smith, Jana Sloan Broglin. Learn tips and techniques on Ohio research, census records, cemetery information, newspapers, vital records, and military sources. For further details, visit our web site at www.rootsweb.com/~ohfulton.

22 June 2002 – State vs. Your Ancestor, Atlanta, GA

From: stmoody@worldnet.att.net

The State vs. Your Ancestor sponsored by Georgia Genealogical Society, presented by Sharon Tate Moody, CGRS. This series of lectures will open the courtroom doors and walk you through the trials, decisions and records loaded with genealogical materials. You are summonsed to appear on 22 June 2002 at the Georgia Archives Auditorium, 330 Capitol Ave., Atlanta, GA, for duty from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Defendant, plaintiff, attorney, judge, juror, victim, witness . . . There were many "parts" your ancestor could have played in a courtroom drama of the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. Our ancestors fought each other outside the courts and their arguments,

family spats and resulting criminal acts and civil law suits are well-documented in court records that often are difficult to read or

understand.

Lecture 1: Hierarchy of Georgia Law and Court System.

Lecture 2: What Language Are They Speaking--Understanding the Legalese.

Lecture 3: Family vs. Family.

Presented by Sharon Tate Moody, CGRS, and a 28-year veteran law enforcement investigator. She will combine her love for genealogy and fascination of the legal system to give you a unique view of case research.

This program is a part of the Saturday at the Archives Learning Series offered by the Georgia Genealogical Society.

Registration information is on the Society website at www.gagensociety.org.

22 June 2002 – Genealogy & History Fair, Huntsville, TX

From: friday@argohouston.com

If you have family in Texas, you should attend the “2nd Annual Texas Genealogy and Family History Fair” sponsored by the Walker County Genealogical Society (WCGS) on Saturday, 22 June 2002 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.0 at the Walker County Fairgrounds located four miles west of Huntsville, TX.

Registration is $10 per person if received by June 1 and $15 at the door. Pre-registration entitles you to submit five (5) surnames that will be printed and available to other researchers at the fair.

This event will allow genealogical book publishers, genealogical societies, historical and patriotic organizations, libraries, museums, family associations, and other genealogical and commercial vendors the opportunity to exhibit their materials to researchers. The fee for display tables will be $10 each plus a registration fee for each person.

The WCGS invites you to make this a 2-day event and visit the Huntsville Public Library's Genealogy/Texana/Local History Collection. The library, located at 1216 14th Street in Huntsville will offer extended hours and will be open Friday, 21 June from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The collection includes vertical files that contain more than 300 original Bible records, more than 200 names in the Pioneer Registry Collection, Confederate Collection, Newspaper Collection, and much more.

For more information, contact:

Walker County Genealogical Society
P. O. Box 1295
Huntsville, Texas 77342
E-mail: info@DickensonResearch.com

or visit their website at: http://www.dickensonresearch.com/fair.htm

22-23 June 2003 – 4^th Soldier’s Fair, Pittsburgh, PA

The "Fourth Annual Soldiers Fair" will be staged 22-23 June by the Allegheny City Society and Greater Pittsburgh Civil War Round Table, West Park, near the Aviary, Pittsburgh, PA. The event benefits Monument Restoration. We will again have an Informational Booth and will be looking for Volunteers. For more information, phone: (412) 321-4502 or visit the web site: www.grpghcwrt.org or write: Allegheny City Society and Greater Pittsburgh Civil War Round Table, P.O.Box 100255, Pittsburgh, PA. 15233

23-28 June 2002 – OGS Workshop, Mansfield, OH

From: Elissa@PowellGenealogy.com
The Ohio Genealogical Society will have a five-day workshop 23-28 June 2002 in Mansfield, OH. There will be five lectures per day and time for library research.

Schedule of Activities:

Sunday, 23 June 2002 -- Registration and reception – 7 p.m., The Ohio Genealogical Society Library, 713 S. Main St., Mansfield OH 44907-1644

Workshop Day 1– Monday, June 24 --

9:30-10:30 a.m. – Beginning Your Research – Elissa Powell.

10:45-11:45 a.m. – Citing Sources – Peggy Lauritzen.

11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. – Lunch.

1-2 p.m. – Census Research – Elissa Powell.

2:15-3:15 p.m. – OGS Library Resources & Tour -- Tom Neel.

3:30-4:30 p.m. – Migration Patterns -- Elissa Powell.

4:30-5:00 – Library Research

5-6:30 p.m. – Dinner.

6:30-8:30 p.m. – Evening Research at OGS Library.

Workshop Day 2 – Tuesday, June 25

9:30-10:30 a.m. – Military Records – Sandy Malitz.

10:45-11:45 a.m. – German Resources. – Kathleen Goodner Marine.

1-2 p.m. – Probate & Other Court Records. – Sandy Malitz.

2:15-3:15 p.m. – Preservation – James Caccamo.

3:30-4:30 p.m. – Immigration & Naturalization – S. Malitz.

4:30-5 p.m. – Library Research.

5-6:30 p.m.– Dinner.

6:30-8:30 p.m. – Evening Research at OGS Library.

Workshop Day 3 – Wednesday, June 26

9:30-10:30 a.m. – Newspaper Research – Shirley Hodges.

10:45-11:45 a.m. – Cemeteries & Funeral Home Records – Lolita Guthrie.

1-2 p.m. – Church Records – Shirley Hodges.

2:15-3:15 p.m. – Family History Centers – Peggy Lauritzen.

3:30-4:30 p.m. – Researching Female Ancestors – S. Hodges.

4:30-5 p.m. – Library Research.

5-6:30 p.m. – Dinner

6:30-8:30 p.m. – Evening Research at OGS Library.

Workshop Day 4 – Thursday, June 27

9:30-10:30 a.m. – Land Plotting I – Peggy Lauritzen.

10:45-11:45 a.m. – Land Plotting II – Peggy Lauritzen.

11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. – Lunch

1-2 p.m. – Using Maps for Research – Tom Neel.

2:15-3:15 p.m. – Neglected & Little Used Resources – Diane Gagel.

3:30-4:30 p.m. – Oral History – Diane Gagel

4:30-5 p.m. – Library Research.

5-6:30 p.m. – Dinner

6:30-8:30 p.m. – Evening Research at OGS Library.

Workshop Day 5 – Friday, June 28

9:30-10:30 a.m. – Vital Records – Diane Gagel.

10:45-11:45 a.m. – Lineage Societies & Fraternal Organizations – Paul Morehouse.

11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. – Lunch

1-2 p.m. – Genealogy by CDs – Roger Marble.

2:15-3:15 p.m. – Publishing Considerations – Tom Neel.

3:30-4:30 p.m. – Ancestor Portrait – Maxine Smith.

5-7 – Dinner – Bob LaPrad.

For additional information, please visit www.OGS.org and click on "Events" for more information and for the schedule.

27-29 June 2002 – Palatines to America, Springfield, IL

The 2002 National Conference of Palatines to America will be in Springfield, IL, on 27-29 June 2002. Palatines to America is a national genealogical society of those seeking the origin and family history of their German-speaking ancestors. The opening presentation will be by Dr. George Schweitzer on "Was Your Ancestor A Wine Drinking, A Beer Drinking or A Schnapps Drinking German?" During the conference he will present other subjects, including "Rivers to Trails to Roads to Canals to Trains."

Other presentations during this conference will include:

Dr. David Koss of Illinois College on "You Don't Have to be English to Have Royal Blood,"

Dr. John Colletta of the National Archives and Smithsonian Institution on "Only a Few Bones: Case Studies in Pulling Sources Together to Reconstruct Real-life Events" and "Discovering Real Stories of Your Immigrant Ancestors," and

Robert Frizzell of Northwest Missouri State University on "Migration Chains to Illinois."

For additional information or registration materials, send an e-mail to: RalphKroehler@prodigy.net or mail your request to

Ralph Kroehler
6910 N. Rockvale
Peoria, IL 61614.

29 June 2002 – Ancestral Research, Palestine, TX

From: scottfitzgerald@tyler.net

On 29 June 2002, East Texas Genealogical Society and the Anderson County Genealogical Society will be present a special program at the Palestine Public Library starting at 2 p.m. with John A. Sellers lecturing on "Learning Where Your Ancestors Played, Prayed, Lived and Died". This lecture deals with putting your ancestors in actual situations and places. Special Census schedules will be covered. Methods to combine records to capture a complete picture will be discussed.

East Texas Genealogical Society represents Anderson, Gregg, Henderson, Panola, Rusk and Smith counties. ETGS publishes the East Texas Family Records four times a year and a monthly newsletter The Bulletin.

For more information, you may contact me at scottfitzgerald@tyler.net.

Submitted by Scott Fitzgerald, President.

29 June 2002 – FTM Workshop, St. Charles, MO

From: connie_pitman_42@yahoo.com

The St. Charles County (MO) Genealogical Society and the St. Charles Community College will co-sponsor a Family Tree Maker Workshop on 29 June 2002 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the college in St. Charles, Missouri. Michael John Neill will be the presenter, and the topics are:

Basic data entry,

Sources and notes,

Correcting data errors,

Handling “non-traditional” family relationships,

Printing forms and reports,

Exporting data via GEDCOM and word processors, and

Introduction to images.

Neill is a faculty member at Carl Sandburg College and the Genealogical Institute of Mid America. He is a columnist for the Ancestry Daily News and the FGS Forum and contributes to other genealogical publications. Michael has led research trips to the Allen County Public Library in Ft. Wayne and has conducted hands-on genealogy computing workshops for eight years. He has been actively involved in genealogy for twenty years and lectures nationally on a variety of genealogy and genealogical computing topics.

Fee is $35 for non-society members, $25 for society members. A complete handout is included in the fee. Lunch is not included and is on your own.

There is more information at: http://www.rootdig.com/ftmworkshop.html.

30 June – 22 July 2002 – British Institute Tour, England

The British Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research Trip will be 30 June – 22 July 2002. This study tour offers a unique opportunity to research your roots in the major repositories in London and in the record offices of York and Yorkshire. The Samford University British Study Tour is designed for a small group of curious, inquiring, active researchers. It features flexibility, practical experience, and guidance. Details are available at: http://www.samford.edu/schools/ighr/ighr.html.

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