Ask me about my classes. I have a variety of classes to present to groups that are interested. I am also willing to prepare a presentation on request.
Introduction to Genealogy All the important information to get you started in your genealogy search: what information to collect, where to find it, how to record it and keep track of it, and reconciling conflicting data.
Mapping Your Family History UPDATED 2024 Using different mapping tools and different ways of using maps to enrich your family history. Let me show you how to use maps to help tell your family stories.
What a Disaster! When you tell stories about you or your ancestors that have experienced a weather-related disaster, what kind of information do you include? What stories do you tell and how do you tell them? Learn how to include weather-related information when documenting your family history. This class will give you some ideas on writing about and researching weather events and where to find imagery that will help you enhance and embellish your stories.
Family History and Military Service UPDATED 2024 When you tell stories about your ancestors that have served in the military, what kind of information do you include? What stories do you tell and how do you tell them? This class will give you some ideas on writing and researching your ancestors or relatives who have served in the military. Find rich details from their service record such as medals and job descriptions. Also research information about uniforms, weaponry, and equipment for a full, colorful story, regardless of the branch of the military or the country they served.
Color Commentary (or the Immigrant Experience) What the immigrant saw and experienced leaving their country of origin and arriving in the US
New in 2024:
The Strange Case of Gottlieb Sayler: German-Russian immigrant. US Pioneer. Deaf-mute since childhood. Homesteader, sued by the US Government for failing to make his claim. He’s a puzzle. Can you help me solve it?
Writing Family History-Quickly: Fast ways to get your family history written.
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Ships: What kind of information can you find out about your ancestor’s immigrant ships or troop movement ships? If you enjoy a good rabbit hole, this is one of mine.
Veterans Write: Encouraging Veterans to write their stories. Some ideas to get organized and get started.
Write Your Story: Tips to get you started writing your own story. Who else will write it?
