Join us for a lecture on Rick Bell’s most recent book, Stolen. The gripping true story about five boys who were kidnapped in the North and smuggled into slavery in the Deep South-and their daring attempt to escape and bring their captors to justice. Richard Bell, Ph.D. teaches Early American history at the University of Maryland. He has received several teaching prizes and major research fellowships including the National Endowment for the Humanities Public Scholar Award.
Monday, March 2
Part II: World Fairs & Expos, 1929-1964 (Monday Meeting)
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
O'Malley Senior Center Annex, 1270 Odenton Road, Odenton, MD 21113
Monday March 2, 2020, Jack Morey Part 2 of his presentation "World Fairs and Expos, 1939 to 1964"
Monday, March 9
Researching In Prince George's County: What you can find at Rainwater-Miles Research Center (Monday Meeting)
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
O'Malley Senior Center Annex, 1270 Odenton Road, Odenton, MD 21113
Monday March 9, 2020, Representative from the Prince George's County Genealogical Society, Inc. "Researching in Prince George's County; What You Can Find at the Rainwater-Miles Research Center"
Wednesday, March 11
HCGS - March Meeting (Informational Only)
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
HCGS - 5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD 21044
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
March Meeting - TBD
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
5400 Vantage Point Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
Program TBD
Thursday, March 12 through Friday, March 13
Free Family Tree Webinar (Informational Only)
5:00 pm to 5:00 pm
FREE FREE FREE from 5 PM March 12 through 5 PM March 13 (Eastern time)
The link shows who is speaking, and when, and about what. Attend all of the webinars, or pick and choose which ones you'd like to see
Did I mention it's FREE?
They will also be available FREE for a week after the marathon, and always for Family Tree Webinar subscribers.
From Don Graham - Thanks so much :-)
Saturday, March 14
HCHS - Help Desk (Informational Only)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Miller Branch Public Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Elllicott City, MD
THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 1:00PM - 4:00 PM: HOCO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY HELP DESK
The Howard County Genealogical Society will be hosting a free help desk on the third Saturday of every month at our Archive and Research Library located on the second floor of the Miller Branch Library. This help desk is open to genealogical research in all areas of the United States, Europe and other countries. Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Monday, March 16
St. Patrick's Day Lunch - Off Site (Monday Meeting)
12:00 pm
Monday March 16, 2020, St. Patrick's Day lunch outing.
Our annual St. Paddy's Day celebration this year will be held at Molloy's Irish Pub in Crofton/Gambrills.
We will meet at NOON on Monday March 16th. Wearin' of the green is optional but you know you should!!!!
A Week of Genealogy- Genealogy Using Family Trees (Informational Only)
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Carroll County Genealogical Society, Westminister, MD
Date: Monday, 16 March 2020 Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Description: “Genealogy: Using Family Trees”. Learn about how to choose and use family tree programs and online family trees to capture and share your family history research. Place: Carroll County Genealogical Society, Westminster Library, Westminster, MD. Directions to the Library are on their website.
Monday, March 23
TBD (Monday Meeting)
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
O'Malley Senior Center Annex, 1270 Odenton Road, Odenton, MD 21113
Monday March 23, 2020, Terri Stern, My Genealogy Tutor, title of talk to be announced.
Monday, March 23
A Week of Genealogy - Genealogy: Using Newspapers (Informational Only)
Date: Monday, 23 March 2020 Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Description: “Genealogy: Using Newspapers”. Explore the use of newspapers to expand your research. Learn how to find the publications available, with emphasis on some online resources. Place: Odenton Regional Library, Odenton, MD. Directions to the Library are on their website.
Saturday, March 28
Maryland History Society - Genealogy Lecture Series (Informational Only)
10:00 am to 4:30 pm
201 West Monument St. Baltimore, Maryland 21201-4674
2020 SLRC Annual Genealogy Lecture Series
Tony Burroughs
Saturday, March 28th
10:00am to 4:30pm
Maryland Historical Society, France Hall
201 W. Monument St., Baltimore, MD 21201
Join us for the Maryland State Library Resource Center’s 19th Annual Genealogy Lecture Series, featuring internationally known genealogist Tony Burroughs. Mr. Burroughs will present the following lectures:
The Nature of Genealogy
Oral History: The Starting Point for Genealogy
Researching Cemeteries and Funeral Homes
Creating Order Out of Chaos
Burroughs is founder and CEO of the Center for Black Genealogy. He taught genealogy at Chicago State University for fifteen years, and has been featured in numerous national and international television shows, such as Who Do You Think You Are? (TLC), and Roots Remembered (BBC).
His bestselling book, Black Roots: A Beginners Guide to Tracing the African American Family Tree is now in its fifth printing.
Burroughs has been quoted in newspapers and popular publications throughout the world like the New York Times, People Magazine, Ebony, and Jet Magazine. He has received many honors including: the Distinguished Service Award from the National Genealogical Society, the Rabbi Malcolm H. Stearn Humanitarian Award from the Federation of Genealogical Societies, the Lowell Volkel Medal from the Illinois Genealogical Society and Fellow of the Utah Genealogical Association. Burroughs has traced his family history eight generations.
You can read more about Tony Burroughs' accomplishments, watch some of his appearances, or listen to some of his interviews at www.tonyburroughs.com.
Lunch will be provided to those registered by March 17th. If you have a dietary restriction or preference, feel free to bring your own lunch to eat on site.
Please call 410-396-5468, or email mdx@prattlibrary.org, to register. Please do not reply to this email.
Limited parking available on site. Parking garages and street parking also available close by.
(Please excuse any cross postings.)
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Caprice Di Liello Manager, Maryland Department Enoch Pratt Free Library/State Library Resource Center 400 Cathedral Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201 410.396.5468 cdiliell@prattlibrary.org
Preserving and Sharing the World’s Records: We Can Help!
Major genealogy companies have embarked on a profound initiative—to preserve the world’s records of genealogical value, and to make them available to researchers in digital format. However, smaller countries are frequently overlooked by the largest companies, even though their records are of huge importance to specific communities. This presentation will discuss my digital preservation initiatives as a volunteer in Sparta, Greece, and how to become involved in a "niche" region. I will show examples of the records that are being preserved and discuss upcoming projects.
Carol Kostakos Petranek serves as an Assistant Director of the Washington, D.C. Family History Center where she coordinates classes, conferences and community outreach projects. She is an active member of the Greek genealogy community, participating in Greek associations, teaching at local and national conferences, and blogging at SpartanRoots.wordpress.com. Carol is a volunteer at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. and serves as a Genealogy Aid in the Research Room. She is affiliated with FamilySearch on several initiatives, including a digitization project at the Maryland Archives, and with MyHeritage on record acquisitions in Greece.
Wednesday, April 8
HCGS - The Remarkable Women of Maryland (Informational Only)
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD 21044
Wednesday, April 8
April Meeting - The Remarkable Women of Maryland
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
5400 Vantage Point Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
At 7:15pm The Maryland Historical Society Digital Program Assistant, Ashlee Anderson, will present a “Virtual Field trip” titled THE REMARKABLE WOMEN OF MARYLAND. Learn about Harriet Tubman, Elizabeth Bonaparte, Margaret Brent and more to get a better understanding of the history of Maryland.
Ms. Ashley will not be in our meeting room as she will be at the Historical Society in Baltimore. The program is a live, interactive program where the HCGS audience and Ms. Ashley can both see and hear each other.
The program utilizes video conferencing software, green screens, live polling and other interactive technologies.
Everyone is invited - bring a friend to enjoy this new educational technology and learn about these women in Maryland’s history.
Saturday, April 18
HCHS - Help Desk (Informational Only)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Miller Branch Public Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Elllicott City, MD
THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 1:00PM - 4:00 PM: HOCO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY HELP DESK
The Howard County Genealogical Society will be hosting a free help desk on the third Saturday of every month at our Archive and Research Library located on the second floor of the Miller Branch Library. This help desk is open to genealogical research in all areas of the United States, Europe and other countries. Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Tuesday, April 21
A Week of Genealogy - DNA Part 1 (Informational Only)
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Oak Crest Genealogy Group, Parkville, MD.
Date: Tuesday, 21 April 2020 Time: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Description: “DNA: Part 1”. An overview of what DNA tests there are, and how they can help answer your questions. Place: Oak Crest Genealogy Group, Parkville, MD.
Friday, April 24 through Saturday, April 25
MAGS - Sprig Workshop and Meeting (Informational Only)
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
DoubleTree by Hilton, 15101 Switzer Lane, Laurel, Maryland
Friday, April 24 through Saturday, April 25
MAGS 2020 Spring Workshop and Meeting (Conference)
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Doubletree by Hilton, Laurel, Maryland
S A V E T H E D A T E S !
Check our web site frequently!
More information will be coming on our speakers and topics
Look for blast e-mails
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Update on Workshop April 24, 2020
1:00 – 4:00 PM
DoubleTree Hilton, Laurel, MD
Using DNA Tools at AncestryDNA to Exploit Genetic Test Results in Family Research
This workshop will be a hands-on experience to become familiar with the tools at AncestryDNA to analyze and use DNA test results. AncestryDNA offers many benefits including the largest database of all the DNA test companies. It contains over 15 million people who have tested at AncestryDNA, a fact that provides increased prospects to find matches, compare family trees, and identify common ancestors. But many people are stumped after they receive their DNA results and do not know how to apply them to their family research. This workshop will provide a survey of the AncestryDNA tools and offer exercises to use them in the classroom.
The world of genetic genealogy is dynamic. AncestryDNA has been proactive in implementing new and improved tools to help test takers to exploit their DNA results. But upgrades at AncestryDNA can leave participants confused by the changes. This workshop will review these improvements to provide an understanding of their purpose and application in the DNA analysis process. Attendees will learn how to exploit the tools to advance their genealogical research. Techniques and procedures will be introduced and associated with tool use by practical exercises to reinforce the learning experience.
AncestryDNA offers several means to connect with others and explore your common roots using DNA results. These include DNA Matches and ThruLines. The use and interpretation of these applications will be explained, along with supporting features such as Groups, Family Trees, and Shared Matches. The concepts behind these tools such as Genetic Networks, Estimated Relationship, and Tree Triangulation will be clarified. The value of comparing matches’ pedigrees, ethnicity, DNA results, and groups will be highlighted in examples and exercises. The goal of this workshop is to provide the follow-on steps to apply your DNA results to finding family and breaking down brick walls.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is intended for those who already understand the basics of genetic genealogy and want to explore how to apply various tools and techniques to extend their family history research. The completion of a DNA test, especially at AncestryDNA, will enhance the experience of the workshop. Attendees are encouraged to bring their laptop or tablet, AncestryDNA (or other test company) log-in information and DNA raw data file.
A Week of Genealogy - Google for Genealogy (Informational Only)
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Whiteford Library, Hartford County Public Library, Whiteford, MD
Date: Tuesday, 7 May 2020 Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Description: “Google for Genealogy”. Search for your ancestors using Google and its tools. Learn how to construct searches tailored to look for your ancestors. Place: Genealogy Discussion Group, Whiteford Library, Harford County Public Library, Whiteford, MD.
Wednesday, May 13
HCGS - May Meeting (Informational Only)
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
HCGS - 5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD 21044
Wednesday, May 13, 2020
May Meeting - TBD
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
5400 Vantage Point Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
Program TBD
Saturday, May 16
HCHS - Help Desk (Informational Only)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Miller Branch Public Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Elllicott City, MD
THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 1:00PM - 4:00 PM: HOCO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY HELP DESK
The Howard County Genealogical Society will be hosting a free help desk on the third Saturday of every month at our Archive and Research Library located on the second floor of the Miller Branch Library. This help desk is open to genealogical research in all areas of the United States, Europe and other countries. Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Tuesday, May 19
A Week of Genealogy - DNA: Part 2 (Informational Only)
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Oak Crest Genealogy Group, Parkville, MD.
Date: Tuesday, 19 May 2020 Time: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Description: “DNA: Part 2”. How to use DNA test results to compliment genealogical research. Includes some strategies for handling matches and how to contact them. Place: Oak Crest Genealogy Group, Parkville, MD.
Wednesday, June 10
HCGS - June Meeting (Informational Only)
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
HCGS - 5400 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD 21044
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
June Meeting - TBD
1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
5400 Vantage Point Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
Program TBD
Saturday, June 20
HCHS - Help Desk (Informational Only)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Miller Branch Public Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Elllicott City, MD
THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 1:00PM - 4:00 PM: HOCO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY HELP DESK
The Howard County Genealogical Society will be hosting a free help desk on the third Saturday of every month at our Archive and Research Library located on the second floor of the Miller Branch Library. This help desk is open to genealogical research in all areas of the United States, Europe and other countries. Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Saturday, June 27
Southern Maryland Genealogy & History Conference (Informational Only)
7:30 am to 5:30 pm
Maryland Veteran’s Museum at Patriot Park 11000 Crain Highway Newburg, Maryland 20664
Everyone has a history … do you know yours?
Come join us and see what you can learn.
3rd Annual Southern Maryland Genealogy & History Conference
When: Saturday, June 27th, 2020
Time: 7:30am – 5:30pm
Fees: $10 for pre-registration
($15 at the door)
Where: Maryland Veteran’s Museum at Patriot Park
11000 Crain Highway
Newburg, Maryland 20664
Things to do:
Visit vendors from genealogical and historical groups from the five different counties located within Southern Maryland.
Get a tour of the Veteran’s Museum.
Listen to speakers or work with professional genealogists.
Get together with others that share your genealogical history.
And much more!
Hosted by:
The Southern Maryland Family History Study Group
For more information contact:
Wanda Simmons (Fair Coordinator
cbs6395@comcast.net
301-752-5298
Miller Branch Public Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Elllicott City, MD
THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 1:00PM - 4:00 PM: HOCO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY HELP DESK
The Howard County Genealogical Society will be hosting a free help desk on the third Saturday of every month at our Archive and Research Library located on the second floor of the Miller Branch Library. This help desk is open to genealogical research in all areas of the United States, Europe and other countries. Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Saturday, August 15
HCHS - Help Desk (Informational Only)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Miller Branch Public Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Elllicott City, MD
THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 1:00PM - 4:00 PM: HOCO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY HELP DESK
The Howard County Genealogical Society will be hosting a free help desk on the third Saturday of every month at our Archive and Research Library located on the second floor of the Miller Branch Library. This help desk is open to genealogical research in all areas of the United States, Europe and other countries. Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Saturday, September 12
HCHS - Help Desk (Informational Only)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Miller Branch Public Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Elllicott City, MD
THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 1:00PM - 4:00 PM: HOCO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY HELP DESK
The Howard County Genealogical Society will be hosting a free help desk on the third Saturday of every month at our Archive and Research Library located on the second floor of the Miller Branch Library. This help desk is open to genealogical research in all areas of the United States, Europe and other countries. Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Saturday, October 17
HCHS - Help Desk (Informational Only)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Miller Branch Public Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Elllicott City, MD
THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 1:00PM - 4:00 PM: HOCO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY HELP DESK
The Howard County Genealogical Society will be hosting a free help desk on the third Saturday of every month at our Archive and Research Library located on the second floor of the Miller Branch Library. This help desk is open to genealogical research in all areas of the United States, Europe and other countries. Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Saturday, November 21
HCHS - Help Desk (Informational Only)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Miller Branch Public Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Elllicott City, MD
THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 1:00PM - 4:00 PM: HOCO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY HELP DESK
The Howard County Genealogical Society will be hosting a free help desk on the third Saturday of every month at our Archive and Research Library located on the second floor of the Miller Branch Library. This help desk is open to genealogical research in all areas of the United States, Europe and other countries. Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Saturday, December 19
HCHS - Help Desk (Informational Only)
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Miller Branch Public Library, 9421 Frederick Road, Elllicott City, MD
THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 1:00PM - 4:00 PM: HOCO GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY HELP DESK
The Howard County Genealogical Society will be hosting a free help desk on the third Saturday of every month at our Archive and Research Library located on the second floor of the Miller Branch Library. This help desk is open to genealogical research in all areas of the United States, Europe and other countries. Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
Anyone interested in genealogical research is invited to stop by and have experienced genealogists help you to "break down the brick wall" or get started on your family history. For more information call 410-480-3250.
