INTERNET SEARCHING - techniques and tips , including the use of various databases - which are the best? You can download the notes for this class " Useful websites for Genealogy". Hands on Classes using our Laptops for Learning computers will let you try out these sites in more detail.
FAMILY TREE BASICS - hands on class using your own laptop computer and family tree software to try out the features of various programs and to learn to make the best use of the features of the program.
GSC RESOURCES - making the best use of our multitude of resources for family research at GSC - a great introduction to our library and different ways to use resources to extend and confirm your research - lots of ideas - and some fantastic new resources. A definite must attend for this workshop - our resource centre adds about 100 new titles each month... update your knowledge of what can be researched and find out to make the best possible use of the resources. A more detailed look at how to search on various databases, including Digger, Flickr, Archive CD Books, AIGS, and many more to retrieve family information.
PLANNING A FAMILY REUNION which will include ideas for successful family reunions of all sizes, including preparing reports and family trees from your genealogy software.
SCANNING all types of photos, negatives, slides plus documents, letters, books and more .... and learn how to scan for yourself: the basics of archival scanning and storage, and organisation of photo collections. Also some tips on repairing damage via digital copies of your original photos.We have easy to use Epson A4 and A3 flat bed scanners, the Plustek Optic book scanner, Epson V700 photo scanner and 2 new Fujitsu Scan Snap SV600 portable scanner.
CREATING A WEB PAGE for your family history.
WRITING memories ... the basic steps needed to get started writing your family's anecdotes, tips and techniques
CREATING BOOKS from your family tree - some ideas on how to tell your family story. Scrapbooking ideas for family history - or presenting your research.
PUBLISHING and displaying family trees— Lots of ideas from our talented group of designers and scrapbookers - be inspired to create your own books and displays with a variety of programs on our system.
ORGANISING your research, storing and backing up files. How to set up a computer filing system—the where and how of storing your files . We stress the importance of backing up your information and give you some tips on how to protect your files and your computer system.
ROOTSMAGIC workshop- A detailed look at this versatile genealogy software and what you can create with it
SOURCES and fact fields and notes - how to manage them in your family history research - why you should be using them in your family tree software. Come along and find out how to source your information logically and some ideas on where to store all that information!
MAKING CARDS and family tree gifts - some novel ideas for Xmas... and for special occasions.
Using GOOGLE PHOTOS to edit your photos for genealogy