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Wednesday, February 18
"Comparison of the Big Four Genealogy Websites" (Genealogy Plus!)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa, and via Zoom
Presenter: Jim Anderegg
Ancestry.com, FamilySearch.org, FindMyPast.com, and MyHeritage.com are collectively known as the "Big Four" in genealogy research. Which one is best for your needs? This presenation will address the strengths (and challenges) of each database. |
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Monday, March 9
Exploring Historic Newspaper Websites (SCGS Meeting)
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Via Zoom Only
Presenter: Mary Lohr
An introduction to two valuable free genealogy resources: TheAncestorHunt.com and the Chronicling America website, chroniclingamerica.loc.gov, from the Library of Congress. Her talk will focus on how these sites can be used to find historical newspapers, helping researchers uncover articles, notices, and stories that add depth and context to family history. |
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Wednesday, March 18
Where the Librarians are also Genealogists (Genealogy Plus!)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa, and via Zoom
Presenter: Lynette Spicer
Learn what the Genealogy Center of the Allen County Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana has to offer.
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Monday, April 13
Examples of Using AI for Genealogy (SCGS Meeting)
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa, and via Zoom
Presenters: Doug and Gwenna Jacobson
Simple examples of using different AI platforms to help with genealogy research, translations and writing your ancestors story. Including examples of using the Full Text Search, the new searching format on Family Search. |
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Wednesday, April 15
"The Disappearance of German-Americans" (Genealogy Plus!)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa, and via Zoom
Presenter: Dr. Jeremy Best
During the 1800s, nearly 6 million Germans immigrated to the United States. Many of them settled in Iowa and lively German-speaking communities emerged in every county of the state, proudly declaring their heritage. Where did they go? Dr. Jeremy Best will offer a presentation explaining why so many Iowans' German ancestors "disappeared." |
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Monday, May 11
Preserving Your Family Story (SCGS Meeting)
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa, and via Zoom
Presenters: SCGS Members
Several Story County Genealogy members will discuss how they share their ancestors storys with other members of their family. This includes holding family reunions, writing stories about their ancestors and writing a book about their own life.
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Wednesday, May 20
Telling the Story of Sgt. Robert W. Wilson in World War II (Genealogy Plus!)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, Iowa, and via Zoom
Presenter: John Wilson
Telling the Story of Sgt. Robert W. Wilson in World War II |
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