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===Calendar and Events===
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====Monthly Class Schedule====
'''Brigham City FamilySearch Center'''


=== Calendar and Events  ===
531 N 100 W, Brigham City, Utah


'''Brigham City Family History Fair<br>Saturday, March 14, 2015<br>1:00 to 6:30 pm'''
435-723-5995


<u></u><u>Keynote Address</u> - "Bonding With Our Ancestors" Jerry Earl Johnston
'''2024 FamilySearch Class Schedule'''
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Date'''
|'''Time'''
|'''Class'''
|'''Instructor'''
|-
|Thursday


''Preserving Memories Track:''<br><u>Discovering Roots Through Interviews </u>- Learn techniques for talking to relatives to discover your family stories. Kathy Bradford<br><u>Once Upon a Time </u>- Learn how to write your ancestors’ stories so they will be enjoyed for generations. Kathy Bradford<br><u>Using Audio and Video Recordings to Preserve Family Memories</u> - Learn the techniques for capturing audio recordings and preparing for recording video journals to preserve family stories. Michael Palmer<br><u>Scanning and Photo Editing -&nbsp;</u>Learn the best ways to scan, edit, and preserve precious family photos and documents. Michael Palmer
11 Jan
|'''6:00 PM'''
|
'''FamilySearch Family Tree Week 1'''


''FamilySearch Track'':<br><u>Getting Started with FamilySearch</u> - Learn the basics of navigation and strategies for editing, duplicates, sources, photos and more. Annette Shepherd<br><u>Finding Names through Descendancy Research</u> - Learn how to find and document cousins that need temple ordinances. Annette Shepherd<br><u>What’s New in FamilySearch</u> - Learn the latest features and updates to FamilySearch. Barry Evans<br><u>Fixing Problems in Family Tree</u> - Learn strategies for correcting problems in Family Tree Barry Evans
'''“Getting Started With FamilySearch Family Tree"'''
|Barbara
Washburn
|-
|Thursday
18 Jan
|NO CLASS
|'''NO CLASS SCHEDULED'''
'''FamilySearch Center Staff Meeting'''
|
|-
|Thursday
25 Jan
|5:30 PM<br />
'''6:00 PM'''
|Question and answer session for week 1, 5:30 - 6:00  PM
'''FamilySearch Family Tree Week 2'''


''Research Techniques Track:''<br><u>Evidence Analysis</u> - This class will discuss the Genealogy Proof Standard (GPS), how to differentiate between primary and secondary sources and what constitutes direct and indirect evidence. A case study will be used to demonstrate the application of these principles. Boyd Nielsen, AG<br><u>Beginning Research</u> - Learn the basics of getting started and using FamilySearch and other online resources. Linda Peterson<br><u>Genealogy Websites</u> - Explore the best websites for discovering your family. Susan LaVelle<br><u>DNA for Family History</u> - Learn the basics of genetic genealogy and how it can help your research. Julie Johnson
'''“Adding and Editing Family Tree Data”'''
|Barbara
Washburn
|-
|Thursday
1 Feb
|5:30 PM<br />
'''6:00 PM'''
|Question and answer session for week 2, 5:30 - 6:00  PM


<u>RootsTech Videos </u><br> Four of the best talks from RootsTech 2015. Will be announced when available.
'''FamilySearch Family Tree Core Series: Week 3'''


No registration is required.
'''“Finding and Adding Sources”'''
|Barbara
Washburn
|-
|Thursday


Come join us for an informative and inspiring day!<br>  
8 Feb
|5:30 PM<br />
'''6:00 PM'''
|Question and answer session for week 3, 5:30 - 6:00  PM
'''FamilySearch Family Tree Core Series: Week 4'''


==== Monthly Class Schedule  ====
'''“Resolving Hints, Standardizing Dates and Places”'''
|Barbara


'''All classes are held in the Training Room of the Family History Center. Please register in advance by calling the Brigham City Family History Center at 723-5995.'''  
Washburn
|-
|Thursday
15 Feb
|NO CLASS
|'''NO CLASS SCHEDULED'''
'''FamilySearch Center Staff Meeting'''
|
|-
|Thursday


Tuesday, Mar 3 - 6:00 p.m. - Ancestry.com Workshop, taught by Sue LaVelle
22 Feb
|5:30 PM<br />
'''6:00 PM'''
|Question and answer session for week 4, 5:30 - 6:00 PM


This is a follow-up class from the week before. This will be hands-on practical use of Ancestry.com.
'''FamilySearch Family Tree Core Series: Week 5'''


Saturday, March 7 – 10:00 a.m. - Google Search Techniques, taught by Michael Palmer<br>Learn how to utilize Google searches to locate family information.
'''“Third Party Company Memberships”'''


Saturday, March 21 - 10:00 a.m. - Using Partner Subscription Websites, taught by Joyce Palmer<br>If you’ve signed up for subscriptions with the partner websites but are not sure what to do next, this class is for you! Come and learn how these partnerships can provide new resources for finding your family.
These companies include Ancestry.com,


Monday, March 23 – 1:00 p.m. - Ancestry.com, taught by Sue LaVelle<br>Ancestry.com is a powerful internet site that is a major factor in family history research. Learn how to navigate this site and learn the "ins and outs" of researching.
Findmypast, MyHeritage, American Ancestors by


Wednesday, March 25 - 10:00 a.m. - RootsMagic User Group. Taught by Vicki Rasmussen<br>This group meets the 4th Wednesday of every month. Learn more details about the Roots Magic software program and get answers to questions about this program. Beginners are welcome.
the New England Historic Genealogical Society,


Wednesday, March 25 – 6:00 p.m. - FamilySearch Tips and Tricks, taught by Anita Olsen AG <br>Learn helpful tips and tricks to get the most out of FamilySearch.  
Geneanet, and Filae.
|Barbara


Thursday, March 26 - 6:00 p.m. - RootsMapper and Other Fun Sites, taught by Linda Peterson<br>Learn about programs that work with FamilySearch to help you learn more about your ancestors.
Washburn
|-
|Thursday


Monday, March 30 – 1:00 p.m. - Ancestry.com, taught by Sue LaVelle<br>This is a follow-up to the March 23 class. This will be hands-on practical use of Ancestry.com.
29 Feb
|5:30 PM
'''6:00 PM'''
|Question and answer session for week 5, 5:30 - 6:00  PM


Tuesday, March 31 - 6:00 p.m. - Online Sites for British Research, taught by Linda Peterson<br>Learn about free online websites for British research and how to use them effectively. <br>
'''FamilySearch Family Tree Core Series: Week 6'''


<br>
'''“Adding Memories - Photos, Documents, Stories”'''
|Barbara


<br>
Washburn
|}
'''''Registration for classes is <u>not required</u>'''''


==== Staff Training Meeting ====
{| class="wikitable"
|+2024 DNA Class Schedule
!Date
!Time
!Class
!Instructor
|-
|Wednesday
January 10
|'''6:00 PM'''
|                                                                                                                                          '''“DNA Basics and DNA Math”'''
|Julie Johnson
|-
|Wednesday
January 17
|5:30 PM
'''6:00 PM'''
|Question and Answer session for week 1, 5:30 - 6:00  PM
'''“Autosomal DNA”'''
|Julie Johnson
|-
|Wednesday
January 24
|5:30 PM
'''6:00 PM'''
|Question and Answer session for week 2, 5:30 - 6:00  PM
'''“Y-DNA and MT-DNA”'''
|Julie Johnson
|-
|Wednesday
January 31
|5:30 PM
'''6:00 PM'''
|Question and Answer session for week 3, 5:30 - 6:00 PM
'''“Navigating Ancestry Family Tree DNA'''


Thursday, March 19 at 6:00 pm<br>  
'''and other DNA Companies"'''
 
|Julie Johnson
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'''''Registration for classes is <u>not required</u>'''''
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Latest revision as of 12:44, 2 January 2024

Calendar and Events

Monthly Class Schedule

Brigham City FamilySearch Center

531 N 100 W, Brigham City, Utah

435-723-5995

2024 FamilySearch Class Schedule

Date Time Class Instructor
Thursday

11 Jan

6:00 PM

FamilySearch Family Tree Week 1

“Getting Started With FamilySearch Family Tree"

Barbara

Washburn

Thursday

18 Jan

NO CLASS NO CLASS SCHEDULED

FamilySearch Center Staff Meeting

Thursday

25 Jan

5:30 PM

6:00 PM

Question and answer session for week 1, 5:30 - 6:00 PM

FamilySearch Family Tree Week 2

“Adding and Editing Family Tree Data”

Barbara

Washburn

Thursday

1 Feb

5:30 PM

6:00 PM

Question and answer session for week 2, 5:30 - 6:00 PM

FamilySearch Family Tree Core Series: Week 3

“Finding and Adding Sources”

Barbara

Washburn

Thursday

8 Feb

5:30 PM

6:00 PM

Question and answer session for week 3, 5:30 - 6:00 PM

FamilySearch Family Tree Core Series: Week 4

“Resolving Hints, Standardizing Dates and Places”

Barbara

Washburn

Thursday

15 Feb

NO CLASS NO CLASS SCHEDULED

FamilySearch Center Staff Meeting

Thursday

22 Feb

5:30 PM

6:00 PM

Question and answer session for week 4, 5:30 - 6:00 PM

FamilySearch Family Tree Core Series: Week 5

“Third Party Company Memberships”

These companies include Ancestry.com,

Findmypast, MyHeritage, American Ancestors by

the New England Historic Genealogical Society,

Geneanet, and Filae.

Barbara

Washburn

Thursday

29 Feb

5:30 PM

6:00 PM

Question and answer session for week 5, 5:30 - 6:00 PM

FamilySearch Family Tree Core Series: Week 6

“Adding Memories - Photos, Documents, Stories”

Barbara

Washburn

Registration for classes is not required

2024 DNA Class Schedule
Date Time Class Instructor
Wednesday

January 10

6:00 PM “DNA Basics and DNA Math” Julie Johnson
Wednesday

January 17

5:30 PM

6:00 PM

Question and Answer session for week 1, 5:30 - 6:00 PM

“Autosomal DNA”

Julie Johnson
Wednesday

January 24

5:30 PM

6:00 PM

Question and Answer session for week 2, 5:30 - 6:00 PM

“Y-DNA and MT-DNA”

Julie Johnson
Wednesday

January 31

5:30 PM

6:00 PM

Question and Answer session for week 3, 5:30 - 6:00 PM

“Navigating Ancestry Family Tree DNA

and other DNA Companies"

Julie Johnson

Registration for classes is not required