Illinois State Genealogy Society’s Fall Conference Scheduled for Oct. 19-20 in Rockford

The following news release was received from Thomas MacEntee: Everyone from novice genealogists to hobbyists to people interested in becoming professional researchers will find something of value at the Illinois State Genealogical Society’s (ISGS) 2012 Fall Conference scheduled for Oct. Continue reading Illinois State Genealogy Society’s Fall Conference Scheduled for Oct. 19-20 in Rockford

Pre-Registration for NGS in Cincinannti Ending Tuesday, April 24, 2012

The NGS 2012 Family History Conference is just a days away! Pre-registration ends on Tuesday, 24 April, so be sure to register today! You can also register on-site at the Duke Energy Convention Center beginning 8 May 2012. Location details Continue reading Pre-Registration for NGS in Cincinannti Ending Tuesday, April 24, 2012

The Week the National Archives Presents its 8th Annual Genealogy Fair

The National Archives is running its eighth annual genealogy fair this week. The two day fair runs April 18–19 at the National Archives Building, 700 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC. This free event showcases the Federal records located at the Continue reading The Week the National Archives Presents its 8th Annual Genealogy Fair

Youth Program at the National Genealogical Society 2012 Family History Conference

(Arlington, VA): The National Genealogical Society’s thirty-fourth annual Family History Conference, The Ohio River: Gateway to the Western Frontier, will be held 9–12 May 2012 in Cincinnati, Ohio. A highlight of the NGS 2012 Family History Conference will be the Continue reading Youth Program at the National Genealogical Society 2012 Family History Conference

Thomas MacEntee to Teach 10 Classes at the Salt Lake Christmas Tour, December 4 through 10, 2012

The following classes will be taught by Thomas MacEntee at the 2012 Salt Lake Christmas Tour, held December 4 through 10, 2012 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 10 Ways to Jumpstart Your Genealogy Whether stuck in a rut with genealogy Continue reading Thomas MacEntee to Teach 10 Classes at the Salt Lake Christmas Tour, December 4 through 10, 2012

National Archives Hosts 8th Genealogy Fair, April 18-19, 2012

Free two-day genealogy fair: Branching Out: Exploring Your Family Tree The National Archives will host its eighth annual Genealogy Fair: Branching Out: Exploring Your Family Tree on April 18-19, 2012, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This year’s two-day program Continue reading National Archives Hosts 8th Genealogy Fair, April 18-19, 2012

MyHeritage to Exhibit at the Houston and Albuquerque Family History Expos

As you most likely already know, MyHeritage was the first company to have all images of the 1940 Census fully available on their website. They did it in about 48 hours. MyHeritage will be exhibiting and presenting in person and Continue reading MyHeritage to Exhibit at the Houston and Albuquerque Family History Expos

Midwest Writing Center offers Seminar for Family History Writers

The Midwest Writing Center in Davenport, Iowa serves as “an information gateway to literary events and writing resources throughout eastern Iowa and western Illinois, with services for emerging and established writers. Retreat for writers Reception place for book signings and Continue reading Midwest Writing Center offers Seminar for Family History Writers

Free Southern States Research Series to be Held at the Family History Library April 14

Free Research Series on Southern States Research The Family History Library Hosts Events in April. SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH⎯Genealogists and family history enthusiasts looking for help with research in Southern States will be interested in classes held at the Family Continue reading Free Southern States Research Series to be Held at the Family History Library April 14

Selected Roots Tech Sessions Online for Free

RootsTech released the following announcement for selected free online sessions: RootsTech Conference Will Broadcast Select Sessions Free Online SALT LAKE CITY—RootsTech, a leading family history and technology conference held in Salt Lake City, Utah, February 2-4, 2012, announced today that Continue reading Selected Roots Tech Sessions Online for Free

Discuss Genealogy Society Issues with Genealogy Leaders at the RootsTech FGS Booth

January 30, 2012– Austin, TX: The Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) announces a new feature at during RootsTech this year: FGS Society Central LIVE! Stop by the FGS booth in the Expo Hall starting Thursday, February 2, 2012 and spend Continue reading Discuss Genealogy Society Issues with Genealogy Leaders at the RootsTech FGS Booth