825. Federal Archivist At Purdue Next Week

[I'm going to see if I can make it to Tippecanoe County next week for this lecture. Think the National Archives will have some great new program for genealogists?]

824, Upcoming Hamilton County Events

[Thanks to Sue Dillon for these notices.]

CARMEL LIBRARY

Tues., Sept. 19 –  Genealogy Forum  “Wills and Probates: A Bonanza of Information for Genealogists” - 1-2 pm    2^nd Floor Training Room

Have you noticed that probates are now searchable on Family Search and Ancestry?  Sarah Pfundstein, Genealogy Collection Librarian at the Indiana State Library, will discuss wills and probates, the types of information they contain, and the benefits for genealogists.  Sarah is very knowledgeable and has presented at the Midwestern Roots conference and at public libraries throughout Indiana

Sat., Oct. 14 –- Genealogy Workshop  - “How to Plan and Publish your Family History” - 9:30 – 12:30    1^st Floor Program Room

We know that if we don’t publish our family’s history all of our research may parish.  But - where do we begin?  What should we include?  How do we organize it and get it printed?  All of these questions will be answered at our Oct. 14 workshop being taught by two experts.  Nancy Massey : genealogist, lecturer, author, and head librarian in the Indiana Room at the Hamilton East Public Library – and - Carolyn Parrott: professional researcher, lecturer, and author - are partnering to conduct this unique workshop.  They will begin by taking you through the 5 steps in planning.  Then Nancy will demonstrate “My Canvas” and “Family Tree Maker” publishing software programs.  Carolyn will demonstrate another widely-used genealogy software; such as Roots Magic or Reunion (for Mac users) and show samples of book pages from both.  We will have a display of published family histories and invite you to bring any you might have to share in the display.

Wed. Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1 – Genealogy Course  - “Finding Family”

This Fall’s five-week “Finding Family” genealogy course begins on Wed., October 4, 6:30-8:30 in the Training Room on the 2^nd floor. The course is free but limited to 18 people.  Attendees need to register by calling the reference desk at the library (844-3362). The course, taught by Sue Dillon, teaches about kinds of information to look for, how to use Ancestry, Family Search, Find a Grave, and many other online resources, and how to organize your information once you’ve found it.  Everything builds on the first class so it is important to be able to attend the October 4^th session.  A comfort level with computers is recommended.

EVENTS AROUND INDIANA

HAMILTON EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY - NOBLESVILLE

Nancy Massey has announced their genealogy programs and class schedule for September and October.  Nancy’s classes cover many subjects and are a great way to increase your genealogy skills.  To see the schedule and register for the classes, go to their online calendar at http://hepl.lib.in.us/evanced/ (enter “genealogy” in the “search” box) or you may register by calling the Indiana Room at the library at 317 770-3236. 

823. GSMC Explores New Tech Sep 6

822. IAAGG Conference Coming Up

The Fall Genealogy Festival season begins with this interesting event in Indy.

821. GSMC Explores Unusual Census Topic Saturday

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820. IGS 2018 Goes Way Down South

If you have not been down to the Ohio River area of southern Indiana,

next April you will have a great excuse to do just that.

This event is shaping up to be a most unique genealogy gathering.

Don't miss it!

819. GSMC Explores Northeast Ohio Wednesday