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SUMMARY:Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan47th Annual Genealogy Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The PGSM seminar features live presentations with Q&A sessions\, a syllabus\, and door prizes. Open to the public. \nSpeakers and Presentations:\nDr. Anna Muller: The People of Hamtramck: Reflections on Belonging\, Agency\, and Being Polish American\nNancy Loe\, M.A.\, MLS: Researching Ancestral Locations in Prussian Genealogy Records\nNancy Loe\, M.A.\, MLS: Finding Prussian Ancestors in Online Archives\nDr. John Radzilowski: Fr. Leopold Moczygemba and Fr. Jozef Dabrowski: Pioneers in Polish American Education \nAttend in person or virtually.\nFor additional information and to register\, visit pgsm.org
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/2025-polish-genealogical-society-of-michigan-47th-annual-genealogy-seminar/
LOCATION:Polish Institute of Culture & Research\, 3535 Commerce Rd.\, Orchard Lake Village\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Society Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251018T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251018T154500
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250723T192842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T005406Z
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SUMMARY:Western Michigan Genealogical Society Got Ancestors?! 2025 with David Allen Lambert
DESCRIPTION:David Allen Lambert\, Chief Genealogist\, has been on the staff of American Ancestors/NEHGS since 1993 and is an internationally recognized speaker on the topics of genealogy and history. \nThe sessions to be presented throughout the day are: \n\nIntroducing American Ancestors\nResources for Pennsylvania Genealogy\nBasics of New England Research\nWestward Migration\, 1783-1900\n\nFor additional information and registration information\, please visit the society’s website at gotancestors.com.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/western-michigan-genealogical-society-got-ancestors-2025-with-david-allen-lambert/
LOCATION:The Pinnacle Center\, 3330 Highland Drive\, Hudsonville\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Society Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251009T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251009T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250105T113500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T114955Z
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SUMMARY:MGC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Vitual monthly Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-board-meeting-13/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom\, MI
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250518T102049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250518T102158Z
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SUMMARY:INDEPENDENT Washington DC Research Trip with Kalamazoo Valley Genealogical Society
DESCRIPTION:Join other genealogists for research in our nation’s capitol – and bring along your non-genealogist friends who would like to tour DC and the area! \nVisit the Kalamazoo Valley Genealogical Society website for additional details\, a flyer\, and helpful pre-trip resources the society offers before the trip.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/independent-washington-dc-research-trip-with-kalamazoo-valley-genealogical-society-2/
CATEGORIES:Member Society Events,Research Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250825T122309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T115857Z
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SUMMARY:Vital Records in Michigan--Past\, Present\, and Future with Jeff Duncan
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will focus on the history\, current state\, and future plans for Michigan’s birth\, death\, marriage\, and divorce records. Attendees will learn how Michigan vital records system evolved historically and the impact of that evolution on records availability and access in the present day. Attendees will also learn of plans to digitize\, modernize\, and preserve these important records. \nBio: Jeff Duncan\, PhD\, has been Michigan’s State Registrar since 2019. Prior to that\, he had 22 years in vital records\, health statistics\, and informatics at the Utah Department of Health\, where he served as a statistician\, director of Utah’s Bureau of Vital Records and Statistics\, and Director of the Health Informatics Office. He has been a long-time board member of the National Association for Public Health Statistics and Information Systems (NAPHSIS) and is currently serving as the association’s president.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/vital-records-in-michigan-past-present-and-future-with-jeff-duncan/
LOCATION:Zoom meeting – registration required
CATEGORIES:MGC Delegate meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250911T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250105T113500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T114955Z
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SUMMARY:MGC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Vitual monthly Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-board-meeting-13/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom\, MI
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250814T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250105T113500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T114955Z
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SUMMARY:MGC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Vitual monthly Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-board-meeting-13/2025-08-14/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom\, MI
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250710T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250710T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250628T120140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250628T120324Z
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SUMMARY:National Genealogical Society Organizational Membership Services and Resourceswith Kate Smith
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide an overview of organization membership with NGS and how it works along with some direction for locating resources on the NGS website and time for questions. If there is time and interest\, NGS individual membership and the different purpose and benefits it has can also be covered.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/national-genealogical-society-organizational-membership-services-and-resources-with-kate-smith/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom only
CATEGORIES:MGC Delegate meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250710T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250710T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250105T113500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T114955Z
UID:10000092-1752138000-1752143400@mimgc.org
SUMMARY:MGC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Vitual monthly Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-board-meeting-13/2025-07-10/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom\, MI
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250612T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250105T113500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T114955Z
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SUMMARY:MGC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Vitual monthly Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-board-meeting-13/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom\, MI
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250510T153000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250131T110615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T110544Z
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SUMMARY:Genealogical Society of Monroe County 45th Annual Spring Seminarfeaturing Adam Oster and Jeff Mason
DESCRIPTION:The 45th annual GSMC seminar is on May 10th\, 2025. Join us for four one-hour-long lectures related to genealogy. There will also be door prizes\, exhibitors\, and vendors. \nAdam Oster is the Community Engagement Librarian for the Library of Michigan. He will speak on “Yearbooks\, alumni lists\, and other school-related records” and “Michigan County Poor Farms”. \nThis year\, we have a food truck with “The Big Jerrowski” selling their delicious comfort food. \nThe afternoon presentations will be by Jeff Mason. Jeff is an experienced genealogist and speaker. His topics will be: “Breaking Down Brick Walls & Reviving Dead Ends” and “Death & Taxes – 2 Things You Cannot Afford to Miss – A Genealogical Perspective”. \nJoin us for a day of learning and connecting.\nFor additional information and registration\, visit the GSMC website or download their flyer.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/genealogical-society-of-monroe-county-45th-annual-spring-seminar-featuring-adam-oster-and-jeff-mason/
LOCATION:Monroe County Community College\, Audrey M Warrick AdministrationN & STUDENT SERVICES BUILDING 1555 South Raisinville Road\, Monroe\, MI\, 48161
CATEGORIES:Michigan Events,Society Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250509T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20241109T122400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T144717Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Barbara J. Brown Family History Seminar featuring Kelvin L. Meyers
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, the Archives of Michigan and the Michigan Genealogical Council host a seminar to promote family history awareness and teach genealogy research skills. The event is generously supported by the Abrams Foundation in loving memory of Barbara J. Brown. We are delighted to be hosting Kelvin L. Meyers\, who will join us onsite in Lansing and via Zoom. \nThe Archives of Michigan is pleased to continue offering this flagship annual gathering as a hybrid event. In addition\, the Archives of Michigan will offer the following additions to this year’s seminar: \n\nA free pre-seminar session on military records on Friday\, May 9 at 10 a.m. (for online access\, please register separately).\nA continental breakfast for onsite attendees on both Friday and Saturday at no additional charge.\nLunch for onsite attendees on both Friday and Saturday at no additional charge.\nExtended research hours in the Archives of Michigan reading room.\nRecordings of seminar sessions available to registrants for 30 days following the event.\n\nRegister now for the 2025 Barbara J Brown Family History Seminar!\nRegistration fee: $55 \nDownload the flyer. \nThe Archives of Michigan is excited to welcome Kelvin L. Meyers as this year’s featured speaker! Kelvin Meyers is a fifth generation Texan and professional forensic genealogist since 1996. \nKelvin is a frequent speaker to genealogical societies and family associations throughout the United States. Kelvin works with several mineral companies in Texas researching heirs throughout the US and the world to holding in Texas and specializes in southern brick wall problems for clients. \nKelvin currently serves as the President of the Forensic Genealogy Special Interest Group of the Association of Professional Genealogists\, and in 2016\, published Research in Texas for the National Genealogical Society’s Research in the States series. \nThe Dallas Genealogical Society awarded Kelvin the Lloyd DeWitt Bockstruck Distinguished Service Award in December of 2018. Kelvin is also a fellow of the Texas State Genealogical Society.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/2025-barbara-j-brown-family-history-seminar/
LOCATION:Michigan Library & Historical Center\, 702 West Kalamazoo Street\, Lansing\, MI\, 48912\, United States
CATEGORIES:Barbara J Brown Family History Seminar,Statewide Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Archives of Michigan":MAILTO:archives@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250213T164241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T204231Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Forensic Genealogy with Kelvin L Meyers
DESCRIPTION:This course will give the participant an overview of forensic genealogy and the role of the genealogist in these types of cases. We will discuss some of the major types of cases in which a forensic genealogist may be involved\, such as guardianship\, oil and gas\, unidentified and unclaimed persons\, and probate. The role of the forensic genealogist as an expert witness will also be discussed. \nThis delegate meeting is a complimentary kick-off session for the 2025 Barbara J Brown Family History Seminar. You can attend in person in Lansing or virtually via Zoom. \nMay is our annual meeting\, when we elect officers and approve the 2025-26 budget.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/introduction-to-forensic-genealogy-with-kelvin-l-meyers/
LOCATION:Forum at the Michigan Library & Historical Center\, 702 W Kalamazoo St\, Lansing\, Michigan\, 48915
CATEGORIES:MGC Delegate meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250508T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250508T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250105T113500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T114955Z
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SUMMARY:MGC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Vitual monthly Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-board-meeting-13/2025-05-08/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom\, MI
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250426T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250324T110418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T121937Z
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SUMMARY:Waterford Genealogical Society2025 Genealogy Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Co-sponsored with the Waterford Township Public Library (WTPL)\, it was formerly called the lock-in and now occurs during regular library hours. \nCheck-In: 12:30 P.M.\nWelcome/Announcements: 12:45 P.M.\nClasses: 1:00 P.M. – 5:45 P.M. \nFREE Wi-Fi\nIf you have a laptop or tablet with wireless capabilities\, you are welcome to bring it and have access to all the Library’s databases: Ancestry-LE\, My Heritage-LE\, FamilySearch.org\, and American Ancestors—NEHGS.\nBring a USB flash drive to save information. \nWTPL is a FamilySearch Affiliate Library \nPre-registration is requested. Click here for additional information and a mail-in registration.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/waterford-genealogical-society-2025-genealogy-seminar/
LOCATION:Waterford Township Public Library\, 5168 Civic Center Dr\, Waterford\, MI\, 48329
CATEGORIES:Michigan Events,Society Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250426T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250426T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250326T163503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T135022Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Lansing FamilySearch Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The Lansing Family Search Seminar\, a cornerstone of the Mid-Michigan genealogical community since 2002\, offers a comprehensive learning experience. Our presenters share their expertise in a wide array of topics\, including Michigan-specific resources\, DNA analysis\, historical records\, international research\, and essential skills like story writing\, AI-assisted research and digitizing family photos. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced researcher\, you’ll find valuable insights and practical guidance. Join us to connect with your heritage. Check out this registration guide: Registration Guide. \nYou can find biographies and course descriptions at this site: 2025 Lansing FamilySearch Seminar Information Site. \nRegister here. \n 
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/2025-lansing-familysearch-seminar/
LOCATION:Lansing FamilySearch Center\, 431 E Saginaw\, East Lansing\, MI
CATEGORIES:Michigan Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250410T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250410T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250105T113500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T114955Z
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SUMMARY:MGC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Vitual monthly Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-board-meeting-13/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom\, MI
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250313T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250313T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250305T111832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T105024Z
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SUMMARY:Veteran Bounty Land Records with Jan Alpert
DESCRIPTION:The Veterans Bounty Lands Project is the newest digitization project with the National Archives and Records Administration being sponsored by the genealogical community. Just over $1\,000\,000 of the $2.5 millions needed has been raised to date from FamilySearch\, DAR\, and other large contributors. The project will digitize over 360\,000 bounty land files from the Revolutionary War through the Mexican War and commemorate the 250th Anniversary of American’s Independence. Jan’s presentation will explain how genealogical societies can participate and join the 250th Celebration.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/veteran-bounty-land-records-with-jan-alpert/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom only
CATEGORIES:MGC Delegate meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250313T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250105T113500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T114955Z
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SUMMARY:MGC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Vitual monthly Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-board-meeting-13/2025-03-13/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom\, MI
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250308T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250109T121936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T124505Z
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SUMMARY:RootsTech
DESCRIPTION:Join the world’s largest family discovery event • 6–8 March 2025 • Plus an on-demand learning library available anytime • Brought to you by FamilySearch. \nAttend in person in Salt Lake City or online.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/rootstech/
LOCATION:Salt Palace\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Family History Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250213T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250105T113500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T114955Z
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SUMMARY:MGC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Vitual monthly Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-board-meeting-13/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom\, MI
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250109T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20241022T111851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T111851Z
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SUMMARY:Your Most Powerful Legacy is Your Story Brief with Sunny Jane Morton
DESCRIPTION:Family history begins with YOUR history. Learn from the author of Story of My Life: A Workbook for Preserving Your Legacy what stories you have that are worth telling–and several inspiring reasons to write them. Review different kinds of memories\, why some memories are more vivid than others\, and how to flesh them out. Learn tips for researching gaps in your memories\, how to turn a memory into a good story\, what to leave out and several ways to share your stories.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/your-most-powerful-legacy-is-your-story-brief-with-sunny-jane-morton/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom only
CATEGORIES:MGC Delegate meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250109T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20250105T113500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T114955Z
UID:10000086-1736413200-1736418600@mimgc.org
SUMMARY:MGC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Vitual monthly Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-board-meeting-13/2025-01-09/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom\, MI
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20231028T190202Z
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SUMMARY:MGC Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:MGC Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-virtual-only-board-meeting/2024-12-12/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom only
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
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SUMMARY:2024 MGC Fall Family History Eventwith Angie Bush\, MS
DESCRIPTION:The Michigan Genealogical Council\, with our partners the Archives of Michigan and the Library of Michigan\, proudly present Angie Bush for a one day seminar\, Saturday\, November 16\, 2024 in-person in Lansing or online with Zoom Webinars. \nAngie Bush\, MS is a research team manager with AncestryProGenealogists in Salt Lake City. Her team specializes in U.S. research\, Canada\, and Irish and Scottish immigration to North America. Angie has been interested in her genealogy since she was very young. After college\, she spent several years working in biotech while continuing to pursue her genealogy hobby. With the growing popularity and introduction of autosomal DNA testing in 2012\, she decided to combine her two loves into one career. Her favorite type of research involves solving decades-old “brick walls” using a combination of traditional records and genetic evidence. She is a popular speaker and presenter and enjoys attending conferences where she can connect with others who share her passion for genealogy. \nEric Kennedy is the Law Reference Librarian for the Library of Michigan. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunications from Michigan State University. Eric also has a Master of Library and Information Science degree from Wayne State University. Prior to joining the State Law Library\, Eric has worked in both academic and corporate libraries. He was the Reference and Administrative Services Librarian at the Thomas M. Cooley Law School’s Brennan Law Library\, the Access Services Librarian at Wayne State University’s Arthur Neef Law Library\, and a Reference Librarian at the law firm of Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn. \nKris Rzepczynski is a Senior Archivist at the Archives of Michigan\, where he specializes in family history and Michigan research. Kris has worked in the genealogical community for almost 25 years. He is a former Vice President of Membership for the Federation of Genealogical Societies and a Past President of the Mid-Michigan Genealogical Society. \nJoin Angie\, Eric\, Kris\, and MGC for these exciting topics. \n9:15-10:15 am\nIs DNA the Tool For You? with Angie Bush\nDNA has helped many genealogists make breakthroughs in their research that they never thought possible. But these breakthroughs are only possible because the research question was one that DNA could help to answer. Learn about the types of questions DNA can help you answer\, and the types of questions DNA can’t help with. \n10:30-11:30 am\nNavigating the 1890 Gap: Research with State Census Records\nwith Kris Rzepczynski\, Archives of Michigan\nGiven the near-total loss of the 1890 U.S. Census\, state census records frequently serve as an effective substitute. This program will explore these underutilized resources\, focusing primarily on the available schedules from across the United States from that time period. \n11:45 am – 12:45 pm\nThe Best DNA Tools with Angie Bush\nThere are several tools provided by the testing companies and a plethora of third-party tools developed by others to help you make sense of your results. Learn which tools are most valuable and how to use them to successfully make sense of your DNA results. \n1:30-2:30 pm\nMichigan Legal Research with Eric Kennedy\, Library of Michigan\nMichigan Legal Research using both print and online resources to find primary legal authority: cases\, statutes\, regulations\, court rules\, and ordinances. The presentation will also include the Special Collection of Michigan Legislative History resources. \n2:45-3:45 pm\nPractical Applications and Case Studies with Angie Bush\nIn the final session of the day\, we will share case studies and real-life examples of how DNA test results were integrated into complex family history questions. We will talk about how DNA validates information in historical records and how to correlate genetic and historical evidence to solve challenging mysteries. \nThis one-day event is one you will want to attend! \nPurchase ticket online \nFlyer and mail-in registration form \nTo see the latest MGC events\, please go to the mimgc.org Event Calendar.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/2024-mgc-fall-family-history-event-with-angie-bush-ms/
LOCATION:Michigan Library & Historical Center\, 702 West Kalamazoo Street\, Lansing\, MI\, 48912\, United States
CATEGORIES:MGC Fall Family History Seminar,Statewide Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241115T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241115T163000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20241109T185829Z
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SUMMARY:Free Friday Research Help
DESCRIPTION:Free Friday Research Help\nVolunteers from Michigan Genealogical Council member societies are offering free research help following today’s delegate meeting (November 15\, 2024) in several areas\, including MGC Pioneer Certificates\, general genealogy\, DNA\, DAR\, African American\, Michiganology\, French Canadian/Acadian\, German\, and Irish. These 30-minute in-person sessions will be held at the Michigan Library and Historical Center on Friday afternoon to assist researchers between 1:30 and 4:30 p.m. Help is geared toward using the collections available at the Archives of Michigan and Library of Michigan. \nTo sign up for your session\, visit our Free-Friday Help Reservation page.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/free-friday-research-help/
LOCATION:Michigan Library & Historical Center\, 702 West Kalamazoo Street\, Lansing\, MI\, 48912\, United States
CATEGORIES:MGC Continuing Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241115T124500
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20240528T153207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T114700Z
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SUMMARY:Ancestral Origins and DNA with Angie Bush\, MS
DESCRIPTION:There has long been caution in genealogy circles about ethnicity estimates and their reliability. However\, the science behind ethnicity estimates is solid\, and there is much you can learn from them. We will explore the science behind the estimates and how best to contextualize and interpret the results. We will also discuss situations for which caution should be used with ethnicity results. We will also learn about the tools each company provides to help you learn more about your ancestral origins. \nThis is our delegate meeting\, which will be open to the public. It will be a hybrid event\, held in person in Lansing and virtually via Zoom. Angie will be present on-site in Lansing. Please note that it will be held on a Friday as a kickoff for the 2024 MGC Fall Family History Event. There is no charge for this session. \nRegister in advance for this webinar. \n  \n 
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/ancestral-origins-and-dna-with-angie-bush/
LOCATION:Forum at the Michigan Library & Historical Center\, 702 W Kalamazoo St\, Lansing\, Michigan\, 48915
CATEGORIES:MGC Delegate meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241114T103000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20231028T190202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T111225Z
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SUMMARY:MGC Board meeting
DESCRIPTION:MGC Board meeting
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/mgc-virtual-only-board-meeting/2024-11-14/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom only
CATEGORIES:MGC Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20240818T102503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240818T112407Z
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SUMMARY:Western Michigan Genealogical Society Got Ancestors?! 2024 with Judy Nimer Muhn\, Ed.M.\, FSA Scot
DESCRIPTION:Writer\, speaker\, blogger\, presenter\, and researcher.  Judy has been researching her family tree from the age of 12\, specializing in French-Canadian\, Acadian\, Native American\, Scottish and Michigan\, Ontario and Quebec research. \nThe sessions to be presented throughout the day are: \n\nResearching in Canada:  Your Maple Leaf Connection!\nNative American\, First Nations\, Indian: Researching Indigenous Peoples\nNo Dead Ends:  Finding Your Way Through Family Roadblocks\nSeeking A Higher Source:  The Resources of Faith Communities\n\nFor additional information or to register\, please visit the society website\, gotancestors.com.
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/western-michigan-genealogical-society-got-ancestors-2024-with-judy-nimer-muhn-ed-m-fsa-scot/
LOCATION:The Pinnacle Center\, 3330 Highland Drive\, Hudsonville\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Society Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241019T143000
DTSTAMP:20260427T113912
CREATED:20240715T145008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T105245Z
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SUMMARY:Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan46th Annual Genealogy Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The PGSM seminar includes live presentations with Q&A\, syllabus\, and door prizes. Open to the public. \nSpeakers and Presentations:\nMichelle Chubenko: Building Your Eastern European Ancestral Village\nMichelle Chubenko: Discover Your Immigrant Origins\nAlex Tolksdorf: How to Engage Family in Genealogy Research \nAttend in person or virtually.\nFor additional information and to register\, visit pgsm.org
URL:https://mimgc.org/event/polish-genealogical-society-of-michigan-46th-annual-genealogy-seminar/
LOCATION:American Polish Century Club\, 33204 Maple Lane\, Sterling Heights\, MI\, 48312
CATEGORIES:Society Seminars
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