UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Mark your calendar for these programs (or sign up for my email notices, if you don't already receive them).

2015-16 GENEALOGY CLASS SCHEDULE

Note: We can no longer offer free parking at Central Library, but parking is free at Buder Branch Library, where many of my programs will be scheduled during 2016.

Central Library parking info: http://www.slpl.org/slpl/library/central_parking.asp

In case of inclement weather, you can call 314-241-2288 to see if Library locations are open for business.

THURS

DEC 10

2 pm

Civil War Weapons, Strategy, and Tactics

Tom Pearson discusses book, manuscript, microfilm, and Internet sources of information on Civil War weapons, strategy, and tactics. Buder Branch Library, 4401 Hampton Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63109. To register/more information, email us at tpearson@slpl.org.

SAT

FEB 20

2 PM

eBooks for the Genealogist

Join us as Tom Pearson discusses eBook readers, eBook applications, and sources of free eBooks of special interest to genealogists and local historians. Buder Branch Library, 401 Hampton Avenue, St. Louis, Mo 63109. To register / more info: tpearson@slpl.org.

SAT

MAR 19

2 PM

A Guided Tour of Ancestry Library Edition

Join us as Tom Pearson discusses features of and record sets contained in Ancestry Library Edition. He also discuss ways to search ALE more efficiently. Buder Branch Library, 401 Hampton Avenue, St. Louis, Mo 63109. To register / more info: tpearson@slpl.org.

ETHNIC STL

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GET CONNECTED

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THE AMERICAN MOSAIC

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Click here to Ask a Librarian about The American Mosaic!

ARTS & CRAFTS @ CENTRAL

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CENTRAL'S GRAND REOPENING

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EARLY CLOSING

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OPENING THE DOORS

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ADVANCED GENEALOGY RESEARCH TECHNIQUES

An eBook that can help you with your "brick walls":

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Description Break through brick walls in your genealogical research Learn how to use innovative methods to unearth hard-to-find ancestors. Advanced Genealogy Research Techniques shows you, step by step, how to uncover elusive details by taking advantage of specialized tools and software programs and using proven best practices for breaking through the brick walls that have hindered your progress. You'll get professional advice on formulating a research strategy, understanding the details you discover, keeping careful track of your data, analyzing the evidence, and developing hypotheses. Real-world case studies demonstrate how you can apply the systematic procedures presented in this practical guide to your own research—and achieve success! Examine the brick wall in detail to find potential weak spots that can be exploited into a breakthrough Use brute force techniques that leave no stone unturned Obtain exact copies of original records rather than derivative sources Research the family, associates, and neighbors (FANs) of your brick wall ancestor Consult with your family, friends, and colleagues to get a fresh perspective on your research Use crowdsourcing—genealogy societies, online forums, social media, blogs, wikis, and podcasts Apply technological solutions, including DNA testing and specialized genealogical software Get tips on hiring a professional genealogical researcher with the appropriate credentials and references Revisit your brick wall problem after honing your research skills Review your evidence, develop a research strategy, and keep a meticulous research log
Publisher McGraw-Hill Education McGraw-Hill Osborne Media
Date 2013/09/10
Digital Format Adobe EPUB PDF HTML - Read (In your browser) Kindle
Language English