Association of Professional Genealogists lectures online

This press release was sent out by the Association of Professional Genealogists today. FGS is the Federation of Genealogical Societies which has an annual conference about genealogical research. APG is a long-time participant in FGS conferences. “APG has once again partnered with FamilySearch to produce videos of this year’s Professional Management Conference. The videos present […]

Need a speaker for your group’s 2011 genealogical or historical event?

I am currently booking my speaking services for 2011 genealogical, ethnic, and historical society events. I also enjoy speaking for family, reunion, civic, church, and other groups. I don’t book for every week, but do have plenty of available dates for 2011. A few inquiries about 2012 events have already been received. My presentations are […]

FGS 2011 Conference Hotel: reservations now open

Starting today, you can book your room at the Springfield Hilton as you make plans to attend “Pathways to the Heartland” – the Federation of Genealogical Societies 2011 Annual Conference in Springfield, Illinois from September 7 – 10, 2011. Online: use the following link to ensure you are booking online at the FGS conference rate: […]

2010 August FGS Knoxville Conference update

If you haven’t checked the FGS Conference News Blog lately, you have missed some important and exciting updates about the August 18-21 four day conference being held in Knoxville, Tennessee. Everyone is welcome to attend and the lectures and vendors offer something for all levels of interest. Hotel availability status Big door prizes to be […]

Don’t forget about the FGS Genealogy Conference this August!

Did you attend the NGS Conference in Salt Lake City earlier this month or wish you had after hearing about the great lectures, special events, luncheons, and Exhibit Hall? There’s another chance to attend a large genealogy event that will revitalize your research, teach you new techniques, tell about the growing software applications, surround you […]

Minnesota Genealogical Society Family History Fair, April 17th

Immigration and roots across the Atlantic are themes of the annual MGS Family History Fair that will be held April 17 at the MGS Library and Research Center in South Saint Paul, Minnesota. Anduin Wilhide of the University of Minnesota’s Immigration History Research Center will give the keynote talk on 19th Century immigration. Afterward, an experienced researcher will lead discussions […]