Classes and Research Trips in the September webinar!

The Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) is pleased to announce the September 2018 webinar, "Using Classes and Research Trips to Expand Your Membership," presented by Pat Stamm.

Societies are always looking for ways to expand their membership. One of the best ways is to offer benefits. Two potential added values are educational classes and research trips. Learn how to establish these types of programs.

This webinar will be held on Thursday, September 20, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. Central Time, and will be recorded for viewing on the FGS website shortly after its conclusion. Please register in advance.

About the Speaker

Pat Stamm is a professional researcher with over 30 years of experience. Besides lecturing across the country, she is a course coordinator at the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research (IGHR) and teaches at St. Louis Community College. She specializes in Missouri, Catholic Church records, government documents, problem-solving, and computer research topics. She is currently serving as NGS Research Trip Coordinator.

In the past, Pat served as the Education Manager for St. Louis Genealogical and the National Genealogical Society.

Coming Up Next Month

Our October webinar will feature Amy Johnson Crow who will present “Finding and Creating Images for Your Blog and Social Media.” Register in advance for this highly requested and popular topic from one of our community's best online marketers! 

About the Webinar Series

Each month, the FGS Webinar Series features a new and interesting topic, ranging from recruitment and volunteer management to technology, publications, and working with your local tourism board.

Webinars are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Central Time. The webinars are free to watch live, but advance registration is required. Regular updates will be shared via the FGS Voice blog, FGS Voice Newsletter, and social media.

Are you looking for a rewarding and beneficial way to volunteer? The Education Committee at FGS could use your expertise! Please contact Jen Baldwin at education@fgs.org,

Have Your Family History Digitized at FGS 2018

Have a family history that needs scanned? Bring it with you to FGS 2018 and FamilySearch will scan it for free!

FamilySearch Book Scanning and the Allen County Public Library are offering a free service to digitally preserve your written family history at the upcoming FGS Conference in Fort Wayne. FamilySearch will scan and publish a searchable digital copy online! You keep the original. 

Bring your books to the FamilySearch booth at the conference. (Books under copyright must have a signed permission form, which is available at the booth.)

#FGS2018 Conference App Is Available

Keep the FGS 2018 program, speakers, and exhibitors right at your fingertips with the conference app.

Download the Guidebook App on your iOS or Android mobile device or you can even access it on your desktop or laptop!

Step 1: Download the Guidebook App

Go to the App Store, Google Play, or Amazon App store and look for the Guidebook app. You can also go to https://guidebook.com/getit/ and have the download link sent right to your phone.

NOTE: If you're using your computer or a device other than an iPhone, Android, or Blackberry 10+ device, go to https://guidebook.com/guide/133849/ to view the FGS 2018 conference app.

Also, if you used the conference guide from the FGS 2017 conference in Pittsburgh, the Guidebook app might already be on your phone! We're using the same platform this year.

Step 2: Download the FGS 2018 Guide

After you've downloaded Guidebook, open the app and then:

• Tap "Find Guides" and enter FGS 2018. You'll see the FGS 2018 Conference guide at the top of the list. 
• Tap the Download button.

Step 3: Open and Explore the FGS 2018 Guide

Once you've downloaded the FGS 2018 Guide, tap to open it. When it's open, tap the icon of 3 horizontal lines in the upper left-hand corner.

Then you'll see the menu with announcements, information, program, speakers, etc. Tap on any of those and explore!

NOTE: When there is a number next to "Announcements from FGS," that means that there is an announcement that you have not yet read. 

You can find additional help on using the guide at: https://support.guidebook.com/hc/en-us/articles/202891364-Using-the-Guidebook-App-for-end-users- 

August Webinar: What's Your Education Plan?

The Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) is pleased to announce the August 2018 webinar, "Building an Education Plan for Your Society," presented by Cari A. Taplin.

Most genealogical societies foster education in the field of genealogy. Having an education program outside of the monthly meeting can build membership, develop volunteer relationships, and give greater educational opportunities to members. This lecture will share ideas on developing a strong education program for societies.

This webinar will be held on Thursday, August 16, 2018, at 7:00 p.m. Central Time, and will be recorded for viewing on the FGS website shortly after its conclusion. Please register in advance.

Please register in advance here. 

About the Speaker

Cari A. Taplin is related to Roy Rogers. Or at least that’s what her family told her. As a result, finding her true heritage has been her focus since the year 2000. She is a native of Wood County, Ohio, but migrated to Wyoming, Colorado, and now Pflugerville, Texas, near Austin. Cari holds the Certified Genealogist® credential and has served in a wide variety of volunteer and leadership positions for state, local, and national societies. She currently serves on the boards of the Association for Professional Genealogists and the Federation of Genealogical Societies. As the owner of GenealogyPANTS, she provides speaking, research, and consultation services. Cari focuses on Midwestern and Great Lakes states, and methodology. When she’s not working on her genealogy, she is a wife and mother of two teenagers.

Coming Up Next Month

Our September webinar will feature Patricia Stamm who will present “Using Classes and Research Trips to Expand Your Membership.” 

About the Webinar Series

Each month, the FGS Webinar Series features a new and interesting topic, ranging from recruitment and volunteer management to technology, publications, and working with your local tourism board.

Webinars are held on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Central Time. The webinars are free to watch live, but advance registration is required. Regular updates will be shared via the FGS Voice blog, FGS Voice Newsletter, and social media.

Speakers interested in presenting topics should contact Jen Baldwin, Education Chair, at education@fgs.org.

Are you looking for a rewarding and beneficial way to volunteer? The Education Committee at FGS could use your expertise! Please contact us at education@fgs.org.