Upcoming Presentations

We just wanted to remind everyone that the Godfrey's director, accomplished genealogist Beth Mariotti will be hosting two presentations in the next week.

"A Step by Step Guide to Researching Your Ancestors"
          October 28, 6:00pm at the Blackstone Library- 758 Main Street, Branford, CT

• The name of this presentation is pretty self explanatory!  Join Beth as she goes over her easy step by step research process for digging in to your family history.
• A perfect introduction to genealogical research: great for people who are just starting out or want to learn what it's all about.
• No fee!
• Handouts will be provided.
• Questions are welcome!

"Tips for Advanced Online Research" for the November meeting of the Godfrey Genealogy Club
           November 1, 9:30am at the Godfrey Memorial Library

• Delve into the intricacies of the ofttimes confusing realm of online research with Beth as your guide.
• Discover which documents are available online and where to find them.
• Investigate which databases offer the information you need and how to use them effectively.
• Learn how to conduct successful Google searches.
• Get guidance on managing online documents.
• Questions are welcome!
• Club members are welcome to stay and research after the program, so bring your laptops and research materials!
• Presentation open to Godfrey Genealogy Club members only: annual membership fee is $25.  Not a member yet?  You can join at the library before the presentation!

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

Godfrey Training Series - Southington 9/19/2016

Topic: Where Did I Come From? Researching Immigrant Ancestors
When and Where:
Monday, September 19, 2016
6:30 p.m.
Southington Public Library - 255 Main Street
Southington, CT

Godfrey Director Beth Mariotti will guide participants in a search for their homeland, including a demonstration of how to locate:

• ship manifests
• naturalization records
• vital records in their country of origin

The presentation will include examples from many countries; providing tips on hiring foreign researchers; and using Family History Centers to find original foreign vital and church records.

New researchers will learn how to get started, what information is available, how to find it, and how to use it. More seasoned researchers will benefit from tips on search methods and helpful websites and databases.

Registration is required. Please call the Southington Public Library at (860) 628-0947 to register.

Genealogy Training Series - Norwich 9/12/16

Otis Library in Norwich

Topic:
Tips for Successful Online Research

When and Where:
September 12, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.
Otis Library - 261 Main Street
Norwich, CT

Godfrey Director Beth Mariotti will speak on the multitude of resources available online and how to use them.  Get tips for:

• Discovering which documents are available online
• Using databases
• Successful Google searches
• Free sources such as ResearchIT and FamilySearch.org
• Managing online documents

Registration is required. Please call the Otis Library at (860) 889-2365 to register.

Genealogy Training Series - Norwich 9/7/2016

Otis Library in Norwich

Topic:
Where Did I Come From? Researching Immigrant Ancestors

When and Where:
September 7, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.
Otis Library - 261 Main Street
Norwich, CT

Godfrey Director Beth Mariotti will guide participants in a search for their homeland, including a demonstration of how to locate:

• ship manifests
• naturalization records
• vital records in their country of origin

The presentation will include examples from many countries; providing tips on hiring foreign researchers; and using Family History Centers to find original foreign vital and church records.

New researchers will learn how to get started, what information is available, how to find it, and how to use it. More seasoned researchers will benefit from tips on search methods and helpful websites and databases.

Registration is required. Please call the Otis Library at (860) 889-2365 to register.