ARRIVAL AND REGISTRATION: 9:00
MORNING SESSIONS, 9:30-12:00, presented by Lisa
9:30-10:30 Identifying Immigrant Cluster
There are a handful of “cluster” immigrant
communities throughout the United States that blossomed
during the immigration influx of the late 19th and early
20th centuries. Some of these include Irish communities in
Boston, German and Dutch Settlers in Pennsylvania, Polish
groups in Buffalo and Detroit, Slovaks in Cleveland and
Pittsburgh, among others. This session will cover how to
identify chain migrations and cluster communities by
utilizing census and immigration records, and other
resources. Several examples of such immigrant communities
will be used to illustrate the research process and its
11:00-12:00 The Evidence! Following Online
Clues to Solve Your Family History Mysteries.
Through sample case studies, this session
will illustrate how to effectively follow online clues to
see how much you can discover about your most elusive
ancestors with just a few clicks of the mouse and savvy
surfing! You’ll learn how to create a step-by-step research
plan for searching the Internet and how to set realistic
expectations. Working through false leads and online
pitfalls, you’ll learn to identify clues to track elusive
ancestors. Sample Ohio case studies will be discussed.
LUNCH 12:15 - 1:15 A Deli Delight.
Lunch includes three chef’s
specialty salads, and a tureen of homemade soup, followed with
chips, bakery fresh bread and rolls, trays of natural cheeses, and
premium deli meats. Beverages are also included. Take time to get to
know your table mates and exchange surnames.
AFTERNOON SESSIONS, 1:30-4:00, presented by Michael John Neill:
1:30-2:30 Seeing Patterns: Organizing Your Information.
There is more to organizing your information than entering a few
names into a database and filing copies in a drawer. This
presentation discusses ways to organize information and resources to
help you write about your ancestors, notice patterns and trends that
are not obvious, and see gaps or holes in your research.
Brick Walls From A to Z.
This lecture discusses an alphabetical list of bricks that can
create those frustrating family history “brick walls.” An awareness
of the causes of many brick walls can help genealogists make a
breakthrough more likely.