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Saturday, January 30
NHG Webinar Series: "The Path to Digital Libraries and Archives" by Cyndi Ingle (Special Events)
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Online Zoom meeting - See registration link
The Path to Digital Libraries and Archives by Cyndi Ingle
Today every nook and cranny of the Internet is filled with hidden gems in digital library and archive collections. Often part of a special project or a larger web site, these collections aren't always easy to find and explore. We will discuss methods for locating them and, once found, methods for using them to answer specific research questions.
ZOOM REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Click HERE to register for this meeting, after which you will receive an email with the link to click on January 30th to connect to the webinar's Zoom meeting. If you wish to simply listen on a phone line, that information will also be in the confirmation email.
Cyndi Ingle is the creator and innovator behind the award-winning and globally recognized CyndisList.com, a free categorized list of more than 337,000 links for genealogical research. In its 25 years online, Cyndi’s List has consistently remained in the top tiers for genealogical research tools online. It helps millions of visitors worldwide and has been featured in the media and diverse publications, including ABC News, NBC News, the BBC, National Public Radio, USA Today, Time, Newsweek, Parade Magazine, People Magazine, Wired, Ancestry Magazine, Family Tree Magazine, Family Chronicle, and Internet Genealogy magazines. Cyndi, a genealogist for more than 41 years, has an expertise in using technology for genealogy. Additionally, her many active years in genealogy have also resulted in a specialty for research in the United States and bringing together traditional methodology with organization, computers, software, and the Internet. Cyndi is the recipient of the 2018 Society of Genealogists Prince Michael of Kent Award, the 2016 National Genealogical Society President's Citation, and many other awards and honors. She has served in several capacities for genealogical organizations. Cyndi is an internationally-known guest lecturer for various genealogical society meetings, seminars, and webinars ( http://www.CyndisList.com/speaking-calendar/). She coordinated courses for the Genealogical Institute of Pittsburgh (GRIP) and the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG), and she has authored numerous articles and three books. Cyndi, her mother, and four Boston Terriers live in Edgewood, Washington.
Please note that the handout will be distributed during the Zoom meeting.
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Saturday, February 13
Genetic Genealogy DNA Special Interest Group (ZOOM Meeting) (Special Interest Groups)
2:00 pm Online Zoom meeting - see registration link
**THIS WILL BE AN ONLINE ZOOM MEETING, CONNECTION INFORMATION IS BELOW**
Checking in on Our Genetic Genealogy Research - Small Group Discussions Using Zoom's Breakout Rooms
This will be an Online Zoom meeting - click HERE for Zoom registration information.
This group is focused on studying the use of DNA testing results as part of Genetic Genealogy research. The leader of this SIG is Ray Jones, PhD. In normal times we meet at Christ Episcopal Church (5910 Babcock Blvd 15237). Our meetings are held on Saturday afternoons from 2:00-5:00
This SIG can be contacted at DNASIG @ NorthHillsGenealogists.org. Joining Meetup.com and subscribing to North Hills Genealogists will allow you to receive automated weekly updates on all of our NHG activities.
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Monday, February 15
Finding and Using Manuscript and Special Collections Repositories (Meetings)
6:45 pm to 9:00 pm Online Zoom meeting - See registration Link
So you have checked census, probate, church, naturalization, and other records. The obituaries, marriage, birth, and death records have also been located. Yet, you still have too many blank spaces on your family group sheets. You still don’t have enough of the story about some ancestors to really know who they were. Your next step might be using manuscripts and checking out special collections in various repositories. The treasures which might be found are too often neglected. Should you check in the ancestral localities? Of course, but manuscripts may end up anywhere. Fortunately more and more finding aids are available to help us find a manuscript which might pertain to an ancestral locality or person many states away from where they lived. These collections also may yield you some humorous or poignant finds.
ZOOM REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Click HERE to register for this meeting, after which you will receive an email with the link to click on the 15th to connect to the Zoom meeting. If you wish to simply listen on a phone line, that information will also be in the confirmation email.
Paula Stuart-Warren, Certified Genealogist® is an internationally recognized genealogical educator, researcher and consultant focusing on unusual resources, manuscripts, methodology, Native American research, and analyzing records. She is a strong proponent of continuing education in the field of genealogy. She has been a course coordinator and instructor for the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy and has lectured numerous times at National Genealogical Society and Federation of Genealogical Societies conferences, and in many states and Canada. Paula has coordinated a course for the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh since its inception. She is a former officer of the Association of Professional Genealogists, former board member of the Minnesota Genealogical Society, past President of the Northland Chapter of the APG, and a former member of the Board of Directors of the Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS). She has been named a Fellow of the Minnesota Genealogical Society and the Utah Genealogical Association in addition to other awards noted on her website. She is descended from eight ancestral countries and has researched family connections across the U.S. and Canada. She currently has her own website and blog, Genealogy by Paula, http://genealogybypaula.com/
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Monday, March 15
The Importance of Family History Writing (Meetings)
6:45 pm to 9:00 pm Online Zoom meeting - See registration Link
Rich Watson and Sue Ennis will co-present “The Importance of Family History Writing” to share insight about why and how to write about your ancestors. Knowing options for presenting your genealogical research to others includes writing and sharing your work. During this presentation, learn four styles for writing family history. Suggestions for how to add your research, tips for writing, and examples of projects, followed by a question and answer session will be included.
ZOOM REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Click HERE to register for this meeting, after which you will receive an email with the link to click on the 18th to connect to the Zoom meeting. If you wish to simply listen on a phone line, that information will also be in the confirmation email.
Rich Watson is a retired Regional Sales Manager in the Railroad Industry. He enjoys family, travel, pickle ball, and genealogical research, mostly in New England. He has a Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering and is a Registered Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania. Rich and his wife Peggy live in New Sewickley Township, Beaver County, Pennsylvania.
Susan Ennis, a retired English teacher and librarian, enjoys teaching genealogical research and writing. In 2019 she visited ancestral towns in Wales and England to learn more about her roots. A member of APG, NHG, and Cranberry Genealogy, Ennis is an avid researcher, writer, and editor who resides in Harmony, Butler County, Pennsylvania.
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Monday, April 19
Spring Round-Table (Meetings)
6:45 pm to 9:00 pm Online Zoom meeting - See registration Link
April 19th will be our Spring Round-Table Discussion. Join us for an evening of sharing questions, answers, and helpful hints. You can pose your own questions or just sit back and listen. Remember, no question is too basic or obscure. We will split up into Zoom breakout rooms to share just like we would in person. This is a terrific opportunity to stay connected with the rest of your genealogy world during the current restrictions.
ZOOM REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Click HERE to register for this meeting, after which you will receive an email with the link to click on the 18th to connect to the Zoom meeting. If you wish to simply listen on a phone line, that information will also be in the confirmation email. |
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Monday, June 21
June Meeting (Meetings)
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Online Zoom meeting - Registration Link Will Be Posted When Available
Our June meeting will be held virtually using Zoom, in conjunction with the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh. Stay tuned for additional details regarding the speaker and presentation topic!
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Monday, July 12
July Meeting (Meetings)
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Online Zoom meeting - Registration Link Will Be Posted When Available
Our July meeting will be held virtually using Zoom, in conjunction with the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh. Please note that our July meeting will be held on July 12th, the second Monday of the month, as opposed to our normally scheduled third Monday of the month. Stay tuned for additional details regarding the speaker and presentation topic! |
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