Friday, December 1, 2017

PGS Events for the Week of 4-9 December 2017

Tuesday, 5-Dec-2017 at 6:00 PM--Ancestry.com--basic search techniques for getting the most from this huge collection of databases. Bryan, Local History Room, Largo Library.
Wednesday, 6-Dec-2017 at 10:00 AM--Bounty Lands in genealogy research-- Bounty Lands were used from before the Revolutionary War up until 1858 to reward military service and stimulate enlistment. Those records can confirm military service and even locate ancestors during and after hostilities. This class gives the history of the subject, what records are available, and where to find them.  Summers, Local History Room, Largo Library.
Thursday, 7-Dec-2017 at 10:30 AM--Documentation-An introduction on the content of proper source citations. Using modern genealogy programs to enter citations will also be covered (Roots Magic, and Family Tree Maker will be addressed). Summers, Local History Room, Largo Library.
Friday, 8-Dec-2017 at 1:00 PM--Introduction to Irish Genealogy & History-Part 2. Padgett, Local History Room, Largo Library.
COMING ATTRACTION--Holiday party at the monthly meeting on 16 December. Please remember to bring finger foods and holiday treats along with your "show and tell."

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