genealogy
Genealogy Class: What is a GEDCOM Anyway?
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Submitted 02-12-2015 under
GEDCOM is an acronym for Genealogical Data Communication. This class reviews the nature of GEDCOM files, their purpose, structure, and how you can utilize the power of data transfer to expand your family history research.Genealogy Class: Prepping for the Allen County Public Library
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Submitted 02-10-2015 under
Thinking about going to the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, IN on April 22nd and 23rd? They have one of the largest research collections available, incorporating records from around the world.Genealogy Lock-In
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Submitted 02-10-2015 under
Come to the Grand Rapids History and Special Collections department for a free after-hours program just for genealogists! Learn how to use the microfilm reader/scanner/printer, save images, and take advantage of free copying and printing during the...Genealogy Lock-In
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Submitted 12-16-2014 under
Come to the Grand Rapids History and Special Collections department for a free after-hours program just for genealogists! Learn how to use the microfilm reader/scanner/printer, save images, and take advantage of free copying and printing during the...Researching Catholic Records
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Submitted 10-16-2014 under
Father Dennis Morrow, Pastor of SS Peter & Paul Church and Archivist of the Diocese of Grand Rapids, will introduce researchers to the best procedures and etiquette to use to gain access to records which might be of use to them in seeking family...Preserving Newspaper Clippings
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Submitted 10-16-2014 under
For many people, newspaper clippings are a significant part of their personal heritage. However, newspapers are some of the most difficult of documents to preserve. They are printed on very low quality wood pulp paper that is extremely high in acid...Genealogy Lock-In
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Submitted 08-15-2014 under
Come to the Grand Rapids History and Special Collections department for a free after-hours program just for genealogists! Learn how to use the microfilm reader/scanner/printer, save images, and take advantage of free copying and printing during the...Tilling the Soil: African American Genealogy Series
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Submitted 07-08-2014 under
In the final class of the series, teens will interview relatives to obtain interesting family stories that provide valuable information for tracing family roots.Genealogy Lock-In
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Submitted 07-08-2014 under
Come to the Grand Rapids History and Special Collections department for a free after-hours program just for genealogists! Learn how to use the microfilm reader/scanner/printer, save images, and take advantage of free copying and printing during the...
Thomas MacEntee, Genealogy Ninja featured at West Michigan Genealogy Seminar
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Submitted 09-18-2013 under NONPROFITS
The Western Michigan Genealogical Society (WMGS) announces its 2013 GotAncestors?! Annual Seminar entitled Are You Having Fun Yet?! The event is Friday and Saturday, October 11th and 12th at the Prince Conference Center in Grand Rapids. The...