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I am Giving an Overview of Researching African American Family History at Cal State Fullerton this Thursday

February 17, 2019 by Colleen Leave a Comment

This overview discusses key record collections for tracing African American ancestry, challenges and strategies for working with enslaved ancestors, and how DNA testing can help connect to African origins.

Filed Under: Educators, Genealogy Tagged With: African Americans

I am Giving Two DNA Talks at Yorba Linda Public Library in March & April

February 15, 2019 by Colleen Leave a Comment

DNA double helixes

Are you new to DNA testing, just curious, or still on the fence? Perhaps you tested a while ago but need a refresher? Join me in beautiful Yorba Linda for the first Monday evening of the next two months.

Filed Under: Genealogy

If You Are a California-Based Genealogist, Make Sure You Have a Yorba Linda Public Library eCard

February 10, 2019 by Colleen 2 Comments

Every California genealogist should have Yorba Linda Public Library eCard.

Are you a genealogist who resides in California? Yorba Linda Public Library’s eCard is a relatively unknown super convenient gem for genealogists, other researchers, and lifelong learners.

Filed Under: Genealogy, Libraries Tagged With: continuing education, language tools, library cards, military

Moved to February 19th: My VGA Hispanic SIG on Search and Documentation Strategies for Hispanic Names

February 4, 2019 by Colleen Leave a Comment

Logo for the Virtual Genealogical Society and name of the Hispanic Special Interest Group

The January launch of my new Hispanic SIG for VGA was moved from January to February. You still have time to register and join us!

Filed Under: Genealogy Tagged With: Hispanic genealogy, Mexican genealogy, Mexican-American genealogy, Virtual Genealogical Association

VGA’s January 15th’s Hispanic Online SIG: Search and Documentation Strategies for Hispanic Names

January 6, 2019 by Colleen Leave a Comment

Logo for the Virtual Genealogical Society and name of the Hispanic Special Interest Group

Like many cultures, Hispanic countries (we’re including Spain) have traditional naming conventions. Understanding these well will make you much more successful when researching and documenting your ancestors.

Filed Under: Genealogy Tagged With: Hispanic genealogy, Mexican genealogy, Mexican-American genealogy, Virtual Genealogical Association

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  • I am Giving an Overview of Researching African American Family History at Cal State Fullerton this Thursday February 17, 2019
  • I am Giving Two DNA Talks at Yorba Linda Public Library in March & April February 15, 2019
  • If You Are a California-Based Genealogist, Make Sure You Have a Yorba Linda Public Library eCard February 10, 2019
  • Moved to February 19th: My VGA Hispanic SIG on Search and Documentation Strategies for Hispanic Names February 4, 2019
  • VGA’s January 15th’s Hispanic Online SIG: Search and Documentation Strategies for Hispanic Names January 6, 2019

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