PGS Events for the week of 2-6 August 2022

 Tuesday, 2-Aug-22 at 1:00 PM. Excel for Genealogy--You may know and use Excel to crunch your budget numbers, but have you thought about using it specifically for genealogy?  Even if you’re new to Excel, we will teach you the basics of building a database right, then we’ll cover how to think through your options to make the exact database that meets your specific needs. Then, as we show you ways to use Excel in genealogy, we’ll add tips to take your skills to the next level whether you’re using your own computer or the library’s. Coffey, hybrid--Local History Room and via Zoom.

Register in advance for this meeting, if attending via Zoom at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwuceCppzMjEt1v7jkwDGQsXcg1t7eroE05

Thursday, 4-Aug-22 at 7:00 PM. DNA Basics I (Ethnicity)--  This one-hour class defines DNA, gives examples of DNA inheritance patterns and discusses the different types of DNA tests and the companies that provide them.  It gives ideas for the best ways to make the most of your DNA dollars and how you might want to "target test" some of your relatives.  In addition, the class provides information on the ethnicity estimates provided by each company and how you might use them in your research.  Manning/Luce, Zoom Only.

Register in advance for this meeting at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpc-qorTooE9JW5OMnaJJkM9Fh1VeHegJM 

Saturday, 6-Aug-22 at 10:00 AM. Family Tree Maker User Group--Questions & Answers and Demonstration of how to use the Family Tree Maker genealogical database software. Bryan, hybrid--Local History Room and via Zoom.

Register in advance for this meeting via Zoom at: 
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uJIqcuusrjgj-d8heG8CDgJP3UdqO8QVYw

PGS Events for the Week of 25-30 July 2022

 Monday, 25-Jul-22 at 1:00 PM. Facebook for Genealogy--You may use Facebook every day sharing family photos and stories, but have you ever thought to use it for genealogy research? We will discuss how to find relatives and search tips, plus the hundreds of Facebook groups dedicated to family history! But before we explain all that, we give an overview and tour to learn how this ubiquitous program actually works, so you can control what you see and what others see about you. Coffey, Hybrid--Zoom and in-person in the Local History Room.

Register in advance for this meeting, if attending via Zoom at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkceCgrzkiGt2u7o0ppaqrygw4-xuOEidt

Tuesday, 26-Jul-22 at 11:00 AM. DNA Basics III (Ancestry.com DNA): Repeat of class on 7 July) By looking at DNA test results through the lens of one of the most popular testing companies, class participants will be able to apply what they have learned in Basics I and II to their understanding of their own test results at Ancestry.com.  This class reviews the tools and resources available through Ancestry DNA.  While Basics I & II are recommended, they are not required prior to taking this class. Manning/Luce, Hybrid--Zoom and in-person in Jenkins C.

Register in advance for this meeting, if attending via Zoom at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkfuCgpzMjG9JG3kLmhc7Fda3KZuJS_5Kz

Tuesday, 26-Jul-22 at 1:00 PM. DNA Interest Group--Learn how to interpret your DNA test results, and apply those results to your current family history research. Join our casual group as we research and learn together. Manning/Luce, Hybrid--Zoom and in-person in Jenkins C.

Register for the meeting via Zoom at: 
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAocO2hrDIiH9VDe2BaW6l0D-bC2kaQ3ycl

Thursday, 28-Jul-22 at 1:00 PM. Civil War Ancestors: Presents a strategy for tracing your Civil War Ancestors. Examines both state and national records, and both print and digital formats. The emphasis in the digital world is websites that are free and accessible from home. Summers, Hybrid--Zoom and in-person in the Local History Room.

Register in advance for this meeting, if attending via Zoom at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkdO2gpjgsG9WXT8DcVc5FMwbknYTBjNK_

Guymon, Texas Newspapers Available Online

 Selected historical newspapers servicing Guymon, Texas are available online.  The publication dates range from 1904 to 1979. You can both browse and search the collection. Clicking a title in the hit list takes you to a digital image of the page.

http://guymon.advantage-preservation.com/

PGS Events for the Week of 19-23 July 2022

 Tuesday, 19-Jul-22 at 1:00 PM. Historical Literature to Explore Your Ancestors’ Lives--   Historical literature, both fiction and non-fiction, can help us to better understand the world in which our ancestors lived and the events that shaped their lives. This presentation looks at how to use historical literature to flesh out the stories of our ancestors and provides examples to show what can be learned. Fortin, Hybrid--Zoom and in-person in Local History Room.

Register in advance for this meeting, if attending via Zoom at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErce6qqTsvE9EQ_-CCHulB3lCWj_E_D6P3

Thursday, 21-Jul-22 at 7:00 PM. DNA for Adoptees--Strategies to find birth families. This class is for those that have taken the DNA Basic class and are ready to explore ways to use DNA to help find birth families.  You need to have a good understanding of general genealogical research strategies and databases such as Familysearch.org and Ancestry.com search engines and be familiar with your DNA testing company's products and tools. Manning/Luce, Online--Zoom Only

Register in advance for this meeting at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqf-qrqDspE9UDEGpu9IQc63ijbbMCIp4M

Saturday, 23-Jul-22 at 10:00 AM. RootsMagic User Group--Questions and answers and demonstrations of how to use the RootsMagic genealogy database software program. Summers, Online--Zoom Only

Use the following link to register for this class via Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/upMpf-2rqT4uDsD_bqYog2joIPrnT_FVqg

The Ancestor Hunt Blog is Filled with Research Opportunities

 I have often referred you to the treasures at the Blog "Ancestor Hunt." Every once in a while I like to refresh your memory about it. 

The home page offers you links to scores of quick reference guides as well as 24 research categories with links to free collections. Church records, coroner records, newspapers, vital statistics, school records, and probate records are only some of the offerings available at this huge site.

https://theancestorhunt.com/

PGS Events for the Week of 12-16 July 2022

Tuesday, 12-Jul-22 at 1:00 PM. Occupation Research-This class explores the world of ancestor occupations--what our ancestors did for a living, where to find that information, and what to do with it once found. Summers, Hybrid--Zoom and in-person in the Local History Room.

Register in advance for this meeting, if attending via Zoom at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUufuuuqDwjEtxmABek5ID64TTRKeUImx20

Thursday, 14-Jul-22 at 1:00 PM. WorldCat and ArchiveGrid: Finding Books, Manuscripts, and More--A treasure trove of genealogical material is available in books, manuscripts, and other print resources. However, much of this material is scattered in libraries and archives throughout the country. WorldCat and ArchiveGrid are online resources that allow you to search many of these repositories to identify and locate materials on the families and topics you are researching. Fortin, Hybrid--Zoom and in-person in the Local History Room.

Register in advance for this meeting, if attending via Zoom at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqduihqTksE9MMdAM01KDbVLyIyliw8UP4

Saturday, 16-Jul-22 at 11:00 AM. Program Meeting--This PGS event is a field trip to the St. Petersburg Family History Center located at 9001 106th Avenue North, Largo, FL. We will meet at the back entrance of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 11 am. No registration is necessary. Hosted by Center Director, Jimmie White.

Other things of possible interest…

Legacy Family Tree Webinars for Half-Price--Check out the Special Deals for PGS Members in our Members Only section at https://pinellasgenealogysociety.com/.

Beresford, South Dakota Newspapers Digitized and Online

 Several historical newspapers servicing Beresford, South Dakota are digitized and online. The dates of publication range from 1898 to 1926. 

You can browse by title or year of publication, as well as search by keyword.

Check it out at:  http://beresfordlibrary.advantage-preservation.com/ 

PGS Events for the Week of 7-9 July 2022

 Thursday, 7-Jul-22 at 7:00 PM. DNA Basics III (Ancestry.com DNA): By looking at DNA test results through the lens of one of the most popular testing companies, class participants will be able to apply what they have learned in Basics I and II to their understanding of their own test results at Ancestry.com.  This class reviews the tools and resources available through Ancestry DNA.  While Basics I & II are recommended, they are not required prior to taking this class. Manning/Luce      Online--Zoom Only

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpc-qorTooE9JW5OMnaJJkM9Fh1VeHegJM 

Saturday, 9-Jul-22 at 1:00 PM. Advanced Genealogy Discussion Group        This is a series of discussions led by David Vance, author of The Genealogist's Guide to Y-DNA Testing for Genetic Genealogy. We will cover the administration and use of the Family Tree DNA project groups and much more. Manning/Luce, Online--Zoom Only

Register in advance for this meeting: 
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtce2oqzsjHdG3ngvmXUFMc62VYtGw1LmY