Webinar: Going Beyond in Public LibrariesSpeaker: Rhonda HoffmanWhen: Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 11:00am Eastern Program Description:A veteran genealogy librarian teaches how to go beyond classic genealogy records when researching at public libraries. Learn her top resource picks and how to use them effectively. Speaker Bio:Rhonda Hoffman is the Genealogy Specialist for the…
VGA Hangouts is an opportunity to “hangout” with other VGA members while working on your own family tree! When: Saturday, February 24th at 12:00pm EasternTopic: Transcribing Latin Participants will have the opportunity to work on their own family tree while focusing on documents written in Latin. There will be opportunities…
Webinar: Latin 101 – Deciphering Catholic Parish RecordsSpeaker: Mary Kircher Roddy, CGWhen: Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 8:00pm Eastern Program Description:What is in Catholic baptism and marriage records? How do Latin grammar rules define the parties? Was your ancestor’s name changed? When you understand the basic format of Latin Catholic sacramental records you’ll…
VGA Hangouts is an opportunity to “hangout” with other VGA members. This Hangout is going to be a Genealogy Game Night. Join us for a fun time and a chance to win prizes! When: Friday, February 9th, 2024 at 7:00pm EasternTopic: Genealogy Game Night VGA Members can find the Zoom…
VGA Hangouts is an opportunity to “hangout” with other VGA members while working on your own family tree! When: Sunday, January 28th, 2024 at 7:00pm EasternTopic: Fun with Photos! VGA Members can find the Zoom Registration Link in the Upcoming Webinars area of the Members Center. Optional preparation before the…
Join host, Sunny Morton, as VGA Members discuss the book: Family Photo Detective (updated edition) by Maureen Taylor. VGA Book Club will be discussing this book at our next meeting on Sunday, January 28th, 2024 at 6:00pm Eastern. VGA Members can find the registration link in the Upcoming Webinars area…
Webinar: Getting Acquainted with the Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS)Speaker: Jeanette SheligaWhen: Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 8:00pm Eastern Program Description:Having a research plan is always a good idea when researching your ancestors. This presentation will introduce the audience to the Genealogical Proof Standard and demonstrate how following through the steps will help you…
VGA Hangouts is an opportunity to “hangout” with other VGA members while working on your own family tree! When: Saturday, January 6th, 2024 at 11:00am EasternTopic: Create Your Own Locality Guide VGA Members can find the Zoom Registration Link in the Upcoming Webinars area of the Members Center. Optional preparation…
Webinar: Where in the World? How to Tackle a New Research LocationSpeaker: Cheri Hudson PasseyWhen: Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at 8:00pm Eastern Program Description:Finding a branch from our tree that lived in a place we have never researched can leave us clueless about where to begin. Learn methods and strategies for understanding the…
Webinar: Ten Awesome Things You Can Do on WikiTreeSpeaker: Connie DavisWhen: Saturday, December 9, 2023 at 11:00am Eastern Program Description:WikiTree is one of genealogy’s most underrated websites. WikiTree provides numerous opportunities to contribute, learn, and participate. In this webinar, we will explore ten features of WikiTree including how to incorporate DNA, share your…
