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SUMMARY:Analyzing Historic Family Photographs
DESCRIPTION:Old family photographs connect you with your family history\, offering invaluable insights into your ancestors’ lives. However\, identifying and deciphering the clues hidden within them can be frustratingly difficult at times. This session will guide you through a methodical approach to unraveling the mysteries hidden within your vintage family photos\n\nFirst\, you’ll learn how to create research-quality digital copies. Then\, to identify the parts of the photograph that provide clues about who is in it\, as well as where and when it was taken. You’ll also learn some great approaches for organizing and analyzing your photo collection that will uncover clues your eyes may have missed!
URL:https://makingfamilyhistory.com/event/researching-historic-photographs/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Research Methods
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SUMMARY:Mastering Genealogy Hints: Shaky Leaves\, Thrulines\, and More
DESCRIPTION:Genealogy platforms like Ancestry and MyHeritage offer billions of records and a bewildering variety of hint tools to enhance your research. But\, not all hints are created equal. Join Mark Thompson for an eye-opening workshop that will demystify popular hint tools like Shaky Leaves\, Thrulines\, and the Theory of Family Relativity\, as well as several other lesser-known gems. Learn how to differentiate between useful hints and misleading distractions that will help keep your research on the right track.\n\nWhat this workshop will cover:\n\nAn overview of popular and lesser-known hint tools across major genealogy platforms\nStrategies for evaluating the reliability of different hints\nTechniques for efficiently incorporating valid hints into your research\nTips for avoiding pitfalls that could derail your research
URL:https://makingfamilyhistory.com/event/shaky-leaves-and-thrulines-use-your-hints-wisely/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Genealogy Tools
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SUMMARY:Family History 101 Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Join four experienced family historians on an engaging genealogy journey through the most important topics and tools in family history.  This half-day seminar will help you build good habits early that will set you up for success for years to come.  Get your family history journey off to a great start! This seminar is designed for people new to family history and for those returning to family history after a break from their research.  No prior experience is required. \nSeminar Sessions\nSession 1: Start Your Family History Research Off Right – Pat Acton\nPat will cover the most important topics you need to know to get your family history research started in the right direction. \nSession 2: Find and Use the Most Important Genealogy Records – Gerry Poulton\nVital records are the cornerstone of successful family history research projects. Gerry will introduce you to key examples of vital records and show you how to find and effectively use them in your family history research. \nSession 3: Organize Your Genealogy Information for Success – Sarah Hamster\nKeeping you and your records organized will be a critically important part of your genealogy success. Sarah will show you how to organize your family history information so that it is at your fingertips when you need it most. \nSession 4: Use DNA To Help Build Your Family Tree – Mark Thompson\nOne of the most useful clues to figuring out your family history is inside of you right now. Mark will introduce you to DNA testing and show you how this cutting-edge technology can help you shed light on your family histories and mysteries.
URL:https://makingfamilyhistory.com/event/introduction-to-genealogy-seminar/
LOCATION:The VGS Learning & Research Centre\, 209 - 4475 Viewmont Avenue\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8Z 6L8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Genetic Genealogy
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SUMMARY:My Nigerian Ancestor : A Case Study
DESCRIPTION:This real-world case study shows how ethnicity and DNA segment tools at Ancestry DNA\, 23andMe and DNA Painter are being used to help identify an unknown Nigerian Ancestor.
URL:https://makingfamilyhistory.com/event/my-nigerian-ancestor-a-case-study/
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SUMMARY:Family Photos and Memorabilia - Document and Share Your Collection
DESCRIPTION:The third workshop in a three-part workshop series that will show you how to organize\, preserve and share your personal family history collection.
URL:https://makingfamilyhistory.com/event/family-photos-and-memorabilia-document-and-share-your-collection/
LOCATION:The VGS Learning & Research Centre\, 209 - 4475 Viewmont Avenue\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8Z 6L8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Family Photos and Memorabilia - Archive your Collection
DESCRIPTION:The second workshop in a three-part workshop series that will show you how to organize\, preserve and share your personal family history collection.
URL:https://makingfamilyhistory.com/event/family-photos-and-memorabilia-archive-your-collection/
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SUMMARY:Family Photos and Memorabilia - Digitize your Collection
DESCRIPTION:The first workshop in a three-part workshop series that will show you how to organize\, preserve and share your personal family history collection.
URL:https://makingfamilyhistory.com/event/family-photos-and-memorabilia-digitize-your-collection/
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SUMMARY:Advanced DNA: Cousin Finding
DESCRIPTION:Are you stuck wondering how to use the information about the “cousins” that you’ve found with a DNA test.  How can you use what you’ve found to make improvements to your family tree? \nThis workshop will introduce you to some intermediate to advanced approaches for working with your DNA match list. \nJoin Mark Thompson to learn how to work through your DNA match list with confidence\, not to mention a healthy dose of skepticism. It will also show you how to combine your DNA matches with your genealogy research to improve your family tree.
URL:https://makingfamilyhistory.com/event/advanced-dna-cousin-finding/
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SUMMARY:The Top Ten Things to Do with Your DNA Results
DESCRIPTION:Your DNA results are finally in. You’re so excited! You race to your computer\, and\,… you’re completely confused! Don’t worry\, you’re not alone. \nJoin Mark Thompson in this educational and entertaining workshop to learn the ten most important things you should do to get the most from your DNA results.
URL:https://makingfamilyhistory.com/event/the-top-ten-things-to-do-with-your-dna-results/
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