Every so often someone asks where they can get a preview of one of my presentations. Most are from a genealogical or historical society or library representative who is interested in hiring me to do a presentation. It’s a good way to learn how I present and the comprehensiveness of the slides and handouts. Continuing […]
One of my work projects this week is my part of the syllabus for two sessions in the upcoming Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research course “Repository Research: From Website to Doorway.” See my 28 December post on this course for more details and to register for one of the seats that are still open […]
New Year’s Resolutions? I don’t really make them but have been thinking about some things that are genealogy related for 2026. 1. If you didn’t take advantage of membership/subscription or DNA sales at the end of 2025, don’t worry. Many of our favorite websites and companies are having New Year’s sales. Check the websites of […]
I am a big fan of genealogy institutes. Multiple days of learning, sharing, excitement, and progress in your research endeavors. The 2026 courses offered by the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research cover many parts of our journey. The flyer below shows the course titles, course coordinator, and the dates that course is offered. Some […]
The chart below is a sampling of hours that U.S. state archives are open for research each week. Many require appointments and don’t forget to double check the hours before a visit. Thoroughly browse through the website of any you plan to visit or to contact otherwise to learn more about the gems each holds. […]
Friday, 15 August 2025, is when the GRIP 2026 courses will be announced. GRIP says “Lots to choose from! Courses will be virtual and in-person at the University of Pittsburgh. New and familiar instructors! AND…a few surprises.” Add these important dates to your calendar. 15 August 2025 is the course announcement 3 February 2026 Registration […]
GRIP Genealogy Institute virtual week is getting close! June 22-27. From your own residence, own computer or tablet, own syllabus, own beverages, and Monday-Friday all those days of learning. WARNING: registration closes on Friday, June 13th. Register today or even on Friday. We have lots to share in this NEW course. It’s BEYOND Digging Deeper. […]
One month from now, you’ll be sitting in your most comfortable chair and reading through the fabulous syllabus that accompanied the virtual GRIP Genealogy Institute course “BEYOND Digging Deeper: Sources, Methods, and Practices.” It will be the day AFTER the course ends. But, only if you have registered and attended this online course! It’s not […]
Over the last month I have prepared 8,162 pages of syllabus content for the my 2025 GRIP Genealogy Institute new virtual course “Digging Deeper: Sources, Methods, and Practices.” My instructors in this course have prepared 9,854 pages. Then I updated and expanded 3,100 pages for Cari Taplin’s GRIP returning course “The Spirit of the Inland […]
What are you doing in June and July? Maybe some genealogical research and hopefully that will be accompanied by continuing genealogical education? There’s always more to learn and I have some wonderful suggestions for that education. This institute has been around for quite a while and the number of returning students is a testament to […]