Get into the habit of “following the records.” Often if you find one record, it leaves a trail to something else. Learn about some common examples of how following clues in records sets can lead you to a treasure trove of more information. Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/87912291611 In person space available at the Ashtabula Public Library Presenter: Kate Townsend. Kate is a former professional investigator turned genealogist who specializes in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio genealogical research. She also has experience with court records, immigration, and naturalization records. Kate is the owner of Family History Investigations LLC. She is also the Chair of the National Genealogical Society Delegate Council. For details see www.acdl.info/event/follow-records-and-see-where-they-go-1081
Writing a Register-Style Sketch
Do you have notebooks, digital files, and family tree programs full of information you’d like to write up for your family? Whether you just want to write about your grandparents, write an article, or compile a whole book, the Register style is a widely used genealogical format that has been used for more than 150 years. Moving from the past toward the future, generation-by-generation, the basic building block of the system is the family sketch—treating a couple and their children in an organized and interesting way. Join Senior Genealogist and author Kyle Hurst to learn how to use our new Register-style template and present your family history research in an understandable way. For details see …
Find Your Ancestors: 10 Must Haves for Genealogy and Family History Success
Join Appleton Public Library on Zoom for a virtual genealogical program as part of our annual Find Your Ancestors series. Attendees must register in advance for this program by clicking the link below or copying the following address into your browser: bit.ly/3RdjkLv After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the program. Program topic: 10 Must Haves for Genealogy and Family History Success Whether you’re just “dabbling” in genealogy and researching your roots, or you’ve become a “hard core lifer” obsessed with “the hunt,” there are basic skills that family historians of all levels have in common. We’ll review ten skills that can help you find success researching online or in-person. …
Using AI in Family History Research
We’ve all seen the headlines about Artificial Intelligence- this new technology seems to be able to do everything from producing complex digital images to creating songs! But have you wondered how it might be able to help your family history research? In this lecture, Senior Genealogist Melanie McComb will discuss exciting possibilities for using AI to support your research—including assistance with report writing, digitally restoring family photos, and more. She will also address aspects of AI that genealogists should be cautious of, such as accuracy and copyright concerns. Join us as we explore this exciting new technological frontier! For details see www.americanancestors.org/events/using-ai-family-history-researchq
