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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>1:00-1:40
'''2024 FamilySearch Class Schedule'''
{| class="wikitable"
|'''Date'''
|'''Time'''
|'''Class'''
|'''Instructor'''
|-
|Thursday


<u>Welcome and Keynote Address</u> - "Bonding With Our Ancestors" Jerry Earl Johnston
11 Jan
|'''6:00 PM'''
|
'''FamilySearch Family Tree Week 1'''


1:50-2:50<br><u>Discovering Roots Through Interviews </u>- Learn techniques for talking to relatives to discover your family stories. Kathy Bradford
'''“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'''


<u>Getting Started with FamilySearch</u> - Learn the basics of navigation and strategies for editing, duplicates, sources, photos and more. Annette Shepherd
'''“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>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
'''FamilySearch Family Tree Core Series: Week 3'''


<u>RootsTech Video - FamilySearch Family Tree 2014 and Beyond</u>, Ron Tanner
'''“Finding and Adding Sources”'''
|Barbara
Washburn
|-
|Thursday


3:00 - 4:00  
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'''


<u>Once Upon a Time </u>- Learn how to write your ancestors’ stories so they will be enjoyed for generations. Kathy Bradford
'''“Resolving Hints, Standardizing Dates and Places”'''
|Barbara


<u>Finding Names through Descendancy Research</u> - Learn how to find and document cousins that need temple ordinances. Annette Shepherd
Washburn
|-
|Thursday
15 Feb
|NO CLASS
|'''NO CLASS SCHEDULED'''
'''FamilySearch Center Staff Meeting'''
|
|-
|Thursday


<u>Beginning Research</u> - Learn the basics of getting started and using FamilySearch and other online resources. Linda Peterson
22 Feb
|5:30 PM<br />
'''6:00 PM'''
|Question and answer session for week 4, 5:30 - 6:00  PM


<u>RootsTech Video - You've Mastered teh Census and Basic Search, What Next?</u> Karen Auman
'''FamilySearch Family Tree Core Series: Week 5'''


4:10 - 5:10
'''“Third Party Company Memberships”'''


<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
These companies include Ancestry.com,


<u>What’s New in FamilySearch</u> - Learn the latest features and updates to FamilySearch. Barry Evans
Findmypast, MyHeritage, American Ancestors by


<u>Genealogy Websites</u> - Explore the best websites for discovering your family. Susan LaVelle<u></u>
the New England Historic Genealogical Society,


<u></u><u>RootsTech Video - 6 Steps to Choreograph Your Research Across the Internet</u><u></u> Janet Hovorka
Geneanet, and Filae.
|Barbara


<u>5:20 - 6:20</u>
Washburn
|-
|Thursday


<u>Scanning and Photo Editing -&nbsp;</u>Learn the best ways to scan, edit, and preserve precious family photos and documents. Michael Palmer
29 Feb
|5:30 PM
'''6:00 PM'''
|Question and answer session for week 5, 5:30 - 6:00  PM


<u>Fixing Problems in Family Tree</u> - Learn strategies for correcting problems in Family Tree Barry Evans
'''FamilySearch Family Tree Core Series: Week 6'''


<u>DNA for Family History</u> - Learn the basics of genetic genealogy and how it can help your research. Julie Johnson
'''“Adding Memories - Photos, Documents, Stories”'''
|Barbara


<u>Rootstech Video - Getting the Most Out of Ancestry.com</u> Crista Cowan
Washburn
|}
'''''Registration for classes is <u>not required</u>'''''


Other Activities
{| 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'''


2:00 - 6:30 Free 30-minute Research Consultation with accredited genealogist. Sign up in the Family History Center day of fair.
'''and other DNA Companies"'''
 
|Julie Johnson
1:40 - 6:30 Refreshments and exhibits in the Cultural Hall throughout the fair.
|}
 
'''''Registration for classes is <u>not required</u>'''''
No registration is required.
[[Category:Utah_FamilySearch_Centers]]
 
Come join us for an informative and inspiring day!<br>
 
==== Monthly Class Schedule  ====
 
'''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.'''
 
Tuesday, Mar 3 - 6:00 p.m. - Ancestry.com Workshop, taught by Sue LaVelle
 
This is a follow-up class from the week before. This will be hands-on practical use of Ancestry.com.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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.
 
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>
 
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==== Staff Training Meeting  ====
 
Thursday, March 19 at 6:00 pm<br>
 
[[Category:Utah_Family_History_Centers]]

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