A “Getting Started in Genealogy” Lunch & Learn

Presented by the Muscogee Genealogical Society

Saturday, July 10, 2010

10am – 2pm

Columbus State University’s International House

(corner of University Avenue and Clearview Circle)

So, who do you think you are?  Do you know what country your American ancestors originally came from?  Do you know their names or occupations?  What wars did your ancestors fight in? What church did they attend? Where are they buried? So many questions!

This lunch & learn will provide a basic introduction for folks wanting to get started on tracing their roots.  It will also be a good refresher for those who are already into genealogy.  First, a panel of Muscogee Genealogical Society members will tell you about how they got started in genealogy.  You’ll also have an overview of what’s available to help you in your search – what records you might have around the house, how to contact relatives, what’s at the courthouse, what’s at the library, how the Mormons can help, newspaper research, DNA studies and how to get organized.

After lunch, there will be an hour-long demonstration of Ancestry.com, along with mention of some other internet resources that can help you in your search.  At the workshop, attendees will receive information on up-coming genealogy workshops offered by the Columbus Public library and details about a special genealogy event that the Muscogee Genealogical Society will be offering in August.  That event will be a free consultation service, in which experienced members of the society will meet with anyone interested in searching for their roots — to help them start their search.  These sessions will last for one hour.  Stay tuned for more information on this service.

For more information on the Lunch & Learn, please call 706-322-3175.

To register for the Lunch & Learn on July 10, please fill out the form at the bottom of this sheet and send it WITH A CHECK FOR $10 PAYABLE TO THE MUSCOGEE GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY.  Send your registration and check to:  Muscogee Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 761, Columbus, GA 31902.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATIONS IS JULY 8.

SEATING IS LIMITED – PLEASE REGISTER EARLY!

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Who Do You Think You Are?

A “Getting Started in Genealogy” Lunch & Learn

Saturday, July 10, 2010

10am – 2pm

Columbus State University’s International House

Name(s) of attendees: ______________________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________

Phone: _______________________     Email: __________________________________________

Registration fee is $10 per person.  Please enclose a check made payable to the Muscogee Genealogical Society and mail to Muscogee Genealogical Society, P.O. Box 761, Columbus, GA 31902.

Printable Registration Form

Our speaker will be Dr. John Ellisor of CSU’s History Department. He will be speaking about the 2nd Creek Indian War. Before the program we’ll have a brief business meeting which will include the election of officers for 2010-2011.

FYI 2010 membership renewals are due. I hope you can join us for this interesting program. Come early for a tour of this wonderful new library!

Linda Kennedy, former director of Historic Linwood Cemetery, will provide a tour of the cemetery. The Lummus Chapel will host refreshments and fellowship.

In case of in climate weather, a slideshow will be presented in the Lummus Chapel.

Stay tuned for more information.

Beginning Genealogy:

 This class will cover the basics of how to begin your research, what resources are available and what basic forms and programs you will use in your family history project.  Class will be held in the Wade Room 2^nd floor Genealogy Department.  Class taught by Kathy Turton Genealogy Librarian.  Class size limited to the first 8 people. Sign up at genealogy@cvrls.net

Tuesday September 22, 2009 2:00-4:00 pm

Genealogy II:

This class takes a look at other resources needed to complete your family history.  Some of the areas covered will be the census, soundex, regional resources, military records, and other resources that will aid in the organization of your research.  Class will be held in the Wade Room 2^nd floor Genealogy Department.  Class taught by Kathy Turton Genealogy Librarian.  Class size limited to the first 8 people. Sign up at genealogy@cvrls.net

Thursday September 23, 2009 4:30-6:30 pm

 Ancestry Library Edition: 

This in-depth class will demonstrate how to successfully navigate the online database Ancestry.com Library Edition.  Patrons will learn the key factors in formulating search strategies.  Computer Lab first floor of the Columbus Public Library.  Class taught by Kathy Turton Genealogy Librarian.  Class size limited to the first 10 people. Sign up at genealogy@cvrls.net

Thursday September  30, 2009 6:00-8:00 pm

HeritageQuest: 

This in-depth class will demonstrate how to successfully incorporate the online database HeritageQuest into your family history research.  HeritageQuest offers remote access; an intuitive interface; fast downloads; and crisp images.  Computer Lab first floor of the Columbus Public Library.  Class is taught by genealogist Dalton Royer.  Class size limited to first 10 people. Sign up at genealogy@cvrls.net

Columbus State University
Center for International Education
Corner of University Avenue and Clearview Circle
Columbus, Georgia 31907

Cost: $20 – includes coffee/donuts at registration and light lunch.

Please make checks made payable to:

Muscogee Genealogical Society
P.O. Box 761
Columbus, Georgia 31902

If you have any questions, contact Callie McGinnis at 706-322-3175 (evenings) or mcginnis_callie@colstate.edu

ABOUT SUSAN
Susan Sloan worked for 30 years at AT&T in Cost Engineering. It was during that time she met her husband, John, who sparked her interest in genealogy. When she retired from AT&T in June 2000, Susan turned her love of genealogy into a second career. She is a professional genealogist, whose areas of concentration are teaching Family History classes, conducting private lineage research and preparing lineage applications.

Susan currently is volunteering as Senior Registrar for the Button Gwinnett Society Children of the American Revolution. She has spoken at historical societies, seniors groups and Rotary meetings in the metro-Atlanta area, and her father’s home genealogical society in Colleton County, SC.

Susan holds a B.S. in Psychology and a M. Ed. degree, both from Georgia State University. She is a member of the Georgia Professional Genealogists, the Association of Professional Genealogists, and several state and local genealogical societies and lineage societies. She serves on the Board of the Georgia Genealogical Society and on the Advisory Committee for the R. J. Taylor Foundation that provides funding for books useful to Georgia genealogists.

TOPICS
Census Taker’s Tracks: Ten-year Snapshots for Family Historians
An in-depth look at the history of the census and information on data on specific censuses will be presented. Clues to finding elusive female ancestors will be addressed. Often overlooked clues found on specific censuses will be noted.

Using Pre-1850 Censuses in Research: A Case Study
Census history is reviewed and a case study presented to illustrate how Pre-1850 censuses can be used to determine information about ancestors. Unusual census findings are presented that give direct evidence of family relationships. Researchers are encouraged to locate ancestors on every available census.

Genealogical Proof Standard: Harnessing the Power of Indirect Evidence
This session is designed to give students information about how to evaluate and use indirect evidence to solve family relationship problems. The five-step GPS process, including classifying and evaluating evidence, and writing a conclusion are covered.