FamilySearch.org and Ancestry.com, genealogy's giants, are compared in this exploration. Do you really need both? Discover the unique offerings of each as we put these two major platforms to the test.

Tamara Hallo, a seasoned genealogist with 25+ years of experience and a Master of Library Science degree, is a certified researcher from Boston University. She completed the 18-month ProGen genealogy study program and specialized courses at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy Academy, Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research, and Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh. Tamara, a former president of the Genealogical Society of Greater Miami, passionately explores her roots across various states and countries. Her genealogical journey began over 15 years ago, inspired by a family history binder. GSBC members appreciate her insightful presentations.

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Zoom Technical Support: Email Sarah Divine sf787@nova.edu

As a membership benefit, we are pleased to inform you that this genealogical event will be recorded and made available exclusively to members of GSBC. Additionally, any handout will be uploaded to our website for members to access.

Time: All times are listed as Eastern Time (ET)

1:00 pm Open Computer Lab A: In-person

1:30 pm Meeting & Social with light refreshments Room 2053, in-person

2:00 — 3:00 Program: Hybrid, in-person or via Zoom with Q & A

Dr. Ramona La Roche, a Ph.D. in Cultural Heritage Informatics, is the Cultural Heritage Informaticist/Librarian Supervisor at the Broward County African American Research Library. With diverse expertise in galleries, libraries, archives, museums, and Digital Humanities projects, she specializes in South Carolina Gullah, Florida, Caribbean, and African diasporic historical research. Dr. LaRouche, a seasoned Cultural Heritage Informatics Specialist, focuses on content development, academic/art education, digital literacy, and virtual instruction. Additionally, she serves as a divergent education specialist, providing DEI training for faculty and staff.

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Step 1: Click this link: Please check back for registration link 

Step 2:  After registering you will receive a confirmation link to join the webinar 

Zoom Technical Support: Email Sarah Divine sf787@nova.edu

As a membership benefit, we are pleased to inform you that this genealogical event will be recorded and made available exclusively to members of GSBC. Additionally, any handout will be uploaded to our website for members to access.

     1:30 pm General Meeting & Social with light refreshments Room 2053, in-person only

     2:00 — 3:00 Program: Hybrid, in-person or via Zoom with Q & A

Have you ever considered what will happen to your years of genealogy research once you’re gone? Learn how to ensure that your hard work carries on. Through a combination of planning, common sense, and new technologies, we’ll review how to create an action plan for preserving your genealogy research.  Topics include The Perils of Inaction: Lost Genealogy, Basic Planning and Data Successorship, Working with Societies, Libraries and Archives, Technology to the Rescue, and Best Practices for Genealogy Future Proofing.

Thomas MacEntee is a professional genealogist specializing in the use of technology and social media to improve genealogical research and as a means of interacting with others in the family history community. He is also a blogger, educator, author, social media connector, marketer, network builder and more! Thomas shares many of his articles and videos for free at GenealogyBargains.com!

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Step 1: Click this link: Please check back for registration link 

Step 2:  After registering you will receive a confirmation link to join the webinar 

Zoom Technical Support: Email Sarah Divine sf787@nova.edu

As a membership benefit, we are pleased to inform you that this genealogical event will be recorded and made available exclusively to members of GSBC. Additionally, any handout will be uploaded to our website for members to access.

GSBC Members Show & Tell: Family Heirlooms

Celebrate Family History Month by sharing a family heirloom during our regular monthly meeting. We invite you to share heirlooms and the stories behind them passed down in your family. Make family history come alive!  

A family heirloom can be anything that has been passed down from an earlier generation, and it doesn’t have to be what we think of as an heirloom. Some are treasures in the most literal sense, valuable antiques that could sell for many thousands of dollars. Others have strictly sentimental value, but the fact that they’re not worth much money doesn’t make them any less beloved. Family heirlooms can be many generations old, or a more recent item inherited from a parent or grandparent that will be passed along in the future. Most importantly, family heirlooms conjure memories of the special people who passed them along to us. 

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Step 1: Click this link: Please check back for registration link 

Step 2:  After registering you will receive a confirmation link to join the webinar 

Zoom Technical Support: Email Sarah Divine sf787@nova.edu

As a membership benefit, we are pleased to inform you that this genealogical event will be recorded and made available exclusively to members of GSBC. Additionally, any handout will be uploaded to our website for members to access.

Heirlooms can include jewelry, timepieces, furniture, recipes, letters, diaries, scrapbooks, Bibles and other books, military memorabilia, quilts, collections, home or land deeds or photographs, wedding gowns and other vintage clothing, cedar chests or hope chests or trunks, musical instruments, photos or wedding albums, yearbooks, kitchenware, handiwork, embroidered linens, art, or written stories. 

Please register to attend in-person or online via Zoom. https://gsbcfl.org/ To participate by bringing an item or submitting a photo of the item to display and discuss, please complete & submit the online GSBC Heirloom Participation Form by September 15, 2024.  (Note: No appraisals, no buying or selling, just a fun time.)

This program offers a wonderful opportunity to pay tribute to our family's legacy and establish fresh connections with fellow history enthusiasts. I'm hopeful that this event will kindle our imaginations, unveil the unique stories within our family histories and offer our members and guests some valuable tips and insights during the Q & A

Don't forget to turn your clocks back 1 hour  before you go to bed on Saturday night, Eastern Daylight Saving Time (EDT) ends!

Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Begins on Sunday,

November 03, 2024, at 2:00 AM

On this day, we "Fall Back" one hour, so enjoy the extra hour of sleep! 

Stay punctual and enjoy the extra sleep!

DNA matching can significantly enhance your genealogical research. If you are contemplating testing, how do you Decide from the Numerous Alternatives? Or maybe you’ve tested but don’t know if another site might be a better fit for your needs. Come listen in as we compare and contrast the features and tools of the major testing sites – information you can use to ensure you are accessing the best databases and “tools” to further your research goals. And bring your questions!

Pam Ricciardi-Paschke has been researching genealogy for over forty years. She serves as administrator for five Family Tree DNA projects; authored a book on colonial Dutchess County, New York, and numerous genealogical articles; and speaks to national, regional, and local groups on DNA and other genealogy topics. Her article "The Fuller Family of Redenhall, Norfolk, England: Initial Report on the Fuller Big Y DNA Project" was featured in the Mayflower Descendant journal in 2022.

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Step 2:  After registering you will receive a confirmation link to join the webinar 

Zoom Technical Support: Email Sarah Divine sf787@nova.edu

As a membership benefit, we are pleased to inform you that this genealogical event will be recorded and made available exclusively to members of GSBC. Additionally, any handout will be uploaded to our website for members to access.

Women in the Military in the World Wars.

Thousands of women served in and with the United States military in the Great War. Over 150,000 women served in the Army in World War II. Women's military service in this time period helped change expectations and perceptions about women's role outside the home. Learn about their pioneering wartime service and how to find records for the women in your family who served.

Annette Burke Lyttle owns Heritage Detective, LLC, providing professional genealogical services in research, education, and writing. She speaks on a variety of genealogical topics at the international, national, state, and local levels and loves helping people uncover and share their family stories. She is coordinator of the Intermediate Foundations course and the Writing the Stories of Our Ancestors course for the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy. Annette leads Best Practices Study Groups for a number of organizations, providing in-depth education on the genealogical research process in an interactive setting. She is president of the Association of Professional Genealogists and editor of The Florida Genealogist.

Registration Required:          

Step 1: Click this link: Please check back for registration link 

Step 2:  After registering you will receive a confirmation link to join the webinar 

Zoom Technical Support: Email Sarah Divine sf787@nova.edu

As a membership benefit, we are pleased to inform you that this genealogical event will be recorded and made available exclusively to members of GSBC. Additionally, any handout will be uploaded to our website for members to access.