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Monday, September 9
"Rosie The Riveters Of Iowa" (SCGS Meeting)
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave, Ames, Iowa and via Zoom
Presenter: Linda Betsinger McCann
This program is co-sponsored by the Ames Public Library.
Come learn more about Iowa's own women who went to work during WW2 with local historian and author Linda McCann.
Rosie the Riveter was the term given to the women who went to work during WWII. Most of the women went with hopes that would bring their husband or family members home sooner. Many women from Iowa went to the West Coast to work in plants that manufactured airplanes, tanks, and battleships.
A large number of women remained in Iowa and worked doing the same work here. The author was surprised how much production work went on in Iowa. Linda was able to speak with women who went to the coast and those who remained in Iowa and shares their memories in her book.
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Wednesday, September 18
Using Google Tools for Genealogical Research (Genealogy Plus!)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa and via Zoom
Presenter: Mary J. Lohr
Google is much more than a search engine! This presentation will describe some of the other Google tools and applcations that can be used in your genealogy journey. |
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Monday, October 14
SCGS Monthly Meeting (SCGS Meeting)
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa
We'll start with a short business meeting at the Ames Public Library and then walk the half block to tour the newly renovated Ames History Museum. |
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Wednesday, October 16
"Useful But Lesser Known Websites for Genealogical Research" (Genealogy Plus!)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames Iowa
Presenter: Gwenna Jacobson
You're likely familiar with FamilySearch, Ancestry, FindAGrave and other well know genealogical websites.
But are you aware there are a plethora of many other useful, but not as well known, websites that you may
find useful? Gwenna will describe some of those that may just hold the keys to finding your elusive ancestors.
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Monday, January 13, 2025
"Genetic Testing in Genealogy" (SCGS Meeting)
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa via Zoom
Presenter, Dr. Naomi Meeks, MD
This presentation will feature a review of genetics, a discussion of genetic testing for genealogy technology, an understanding of how genetic tests for genealogy are interpreted​, and a discussion of possible future technologies. |
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Wednesday, January 15, 2025
"Did You Listen to Your Ancestors?" (Genealogy Plus!)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa
Presenter: Dr. Paul Lasley
Based upon his 40+ years of teaching rural sociology at Iowa State University, Dr. Lasley has quizzed students about the lessons they learned from their parents as way to introduce the cultural transmission of rural values. Through adages, metaphors and “front porch sayings”, values and experiences of our ancestors were engrained in our upbringing that shape who we are. |
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Wednesday, February 19, 2025
"Genealogy and Artificial Intelligence" (Genealogy Plus!)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa and via Zoom
Presenter: Jim Anderegg
This presentation will discuss how the ever-evolving field of A.I., Artifical Intelligence, is impacting the world of genealogy.
Some examples of the use of it will be shown.
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Monday, March 10, 2025
"Understanding GEDmatch" (SCGS Meeting)
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa
Presenter: Richard Martin
What is GEDmatch and how can it help you in your DNA research? |
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