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Wednesday, January 20

Germanic Genealogy Tips & Tidbits by Dan Jungclas (Monthly Meetings)

7:00 pm to 8:45 pm

Zoom Virtual Platform

Germanic Genealogy Tips & Tidbits

Let’s explore what is encountered when researching Germanic Ancestry and take a look at the many resources available.

Register in advance for this webinar:

DCGS Zoom registration

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Wednesday, February 17

Researching Prussian and Pomeranian Genealogy in Poland by Jason Kruski (Monthly Meetings)

6:30 pm to 8:45 pm

Zoom Virtual Platform or Wheaton Public Library

Learn more about the latest tools and techniques to build your family tree in the area of Poland once controlled by German authorities in the era of the Partition and before.

Registration links for the virtual meeting will be added to the calendar listing around 30 days prior to the program.

Wednesday, March 17

The 1950 US Federal Census – Are You Ready? by Thomas MacEntee (Monthly Meetings)

7:00 pm to 8:45 pm

Zoom Virtual Platform

The 1950 US Federal Census – Are You Ready?

Many genealogists remember the amount of excitement in April 2012 around the release of the 1940 US Census. Following the “72 Year Rule” for records at the National Archives, the results of the 1950 US Census will be made public on Friday, April 1, 2022. It’s never too early to prepare for this valuable data related to US genealogy research!

Registration links for the virtual meeting will be added to the calendar listing around 30 days prior to the program.

Wednesday, April 21

Introduction to Jewish Genealogy by Mike Karsen (Monthly Meetings)

7:00 pm to 8:45 pm

Zoom Virtual Platform or Wheaton Public Library

Introduction to Jewish Genealogy (or Why is This Genealogy Different from All Other?)

A question often asked is “Why is genealogy important to me?” After understanding the personal value of connecting with our roots, we will explore what is unique about Jewish genealogy, what information we are looking for, and how to get started. The rewards of this effort are many, lasting a lifetime and beyond.

Registration links for the virtual meeting will be added to the calendar listing around 30 days prior to the program.

Wednesday, May 19

DNA Matching & GedMatch by John Hayward (Monthly Meetings)

7:00 pm to 8:45 pm

Zoom Virtual Platform or Wheaton Public Library

DNA Matching & GedMatch

Using Personal DNA Success stories, his previous experience as a GEDMatch volunteer, and current role as a consultant to the Verogen, John Hayward will provide an overview of DNA Matching, the history of GEDMatch, and the tier 1 tools.

Registration links for the virtual meeting will be added to the calendar listing around 30 days prior to the program.