Riverton FamilySearch Library/Class Schedule

Printable August 2011 Class Schedule
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= Walk-in Classes =


 * No registration is required for these classes. 

New FamilySearch



 * Monday Series

Lecture &amp; On-line Practice Presented by Boyd Willden No registration necessary. 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Mondays - Library Training Room

Jun 20: “Exploring the New FamilySearch Website” Jun 27: "Navigating 'Me and My Ancestors' in Different Views" July 4:  No Class July 11:  "Combining and Separating Records" July 18:  "Searching for, Adding and Editing Records" July 25:  No Class Aug 1:  "Submitting Families and Individuals for Temple Ordinances" Aug 8:  "Reviewing Programs that Assist with New FamilySearch"


 * Wednesday Series

Lecture and Some Hands-on Practice Presented by Linda Baker No registration necessary 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. - Wednesdays - Library Training Room Jul 20: “Introduction and Home Page Features” Jul 27: “Navigating My Pedigree” Aug 31: “Combining and Separating Records” Sep 7: “Preparing Names for Temple Ordinances” Sep 14: “Questions and Answers, Practice, and Getting Help”

Basic Genealogical Research
Lecture &amp; Lab Presented by Rose Ann Fisher No registration necessary.

This class session teaches the basic elements of genealogical research. Participants should bring a flash drive and a personal pedigree chart to get the most from this class.

10:00 a.m. – noon - Tuesday Aug 2: “Let's Start at the Very Beginning”

Classes for Consultants
This class is designed to help Ward Family History Consultants learn their duties and increase their skills. Basic computer skills are necessary. Each class is designed to build on knowledge received in the previous class, so it is helpful to begin training with the first class in the series but not necessary.


 * Thursday Series

Lecture and Some Hands-on Practice Presented by Jean Vanderkooi No registration necessary.

7:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Thursdays - Library Training Room

Sep 8: The Family History Consultant, Part 1" Sep 15: "The Family History Consultant, Part 2" Sep 22: "new FamilySearch, Part 1" Sep 29: "new FamilySearch, Part 2" Oct 6: "Introduction to Research, Part 1" Oct 13: "Introduction to Research, Part 2"


 * Friday Series

Lecture and Some Hands-on Practice Presented by Marci Wahlquist No registration necessary.

1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Fridays - Library Training Room 

Aug 26: The Family History Consultant, Part 1" Sep 2:  "The Family History Consultant, Part 2" Sep 9:  "new FamilySearch, Part 1" Sep 16:  "new FamilySearch, Part 2" Sep 23:  "Introduction to Research, Part 1" Sep 30:  "Introduction to Research, Part 2"

Basic Computer Skills
Lecture/Lab Presented by Colleen Willis No registration necessary.

This class teaches basic computer skills.

1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Library Training Room  Aug 4: “Basic Computer Skills with Hands-on Practice" Aug 18:  "Basic Computer Skills with Hands-on Practice"

Basic Internet Skills
Lecture/Lab Presented by Colleen Willis No registration necessary.

This class introduces basic Internet technology and navigation skills.

1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Library Training Room Jul 28: “Introduction to the Internet Including Hands-on Practice" Aug 11: “Introduction to the Internet Including Hands-on Practice"

Summer Indexing Class for Youth
Lecture Presented by Staff

This class is a one-time one-hour session that introduces basic indexing concepts and techniques and includes some advanced training in indexing program features. The class is designed for young men and women; however, anyone 12 years or older is welcome. This one-hour class will be held four times each week during the summer. Youth are encouraged to use the library computers for indexing anytime during their summer breaks from school to provide meaningful service.

June 6 through August 25, 2011


 * Mondays - 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
 * Tuesdays - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
 * Wednesdays - 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
 * Thursdays - 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Various Hands-on Research Helps
Lecture/Lab Classes Presented by Cheryl Waterfall

These are a variety of hands-on classes held in our training room that give patrons an opportunity to receive training and then practice the researching techniques they learn. 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Wednesdays - Library Training Room Aug 3: "Using the Search Features of familysearch.org" Aug 10:  "Using familysearch.org's Batch Records for Research"

England Beginning Research
Lecture/Lab Course Presented by Cheryl Waterfall

This 6-week course of instruction will assist patrons in beginning England genealogical research. Basic computer skills are necessary.

1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Wednesdays - Library Training Room Sep 7: "Research Overview" Sep 14: "Census Records" Sep 21: "Civil Registration" Sep 28: "Church Records" Oct 5: "Find Your Ancestors" Oct 12: "Capturing and Using Digital Images"

Scandinavian Research
Lecture Presented by Linda Baker No registration necessary.

This is a 3-class series that teaches Scandinavian research techniques. Researchers of all levels of expertise will benefit from this class. Previous research experience will be helpful but not necessary to acquire helpful information.

1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Mondays - Library Training Room

Jul 18: "Search Strategies for Finding the Birthplace of Scandinavian Ancestors" Aug 1:  "Using Scandinavian Records and How to Read Them" Aug 8:  "Unique Record Sources to Search in Each Scandinavian Country"

Personal Histories
Lecture Presented by Rose Ann Fisher No registration necessary.

This is a one session class that provides specific suggestions and helpful hints on writing personal histories.

Jul 19: "Bits and Pieces:  How to Write Your Personal History" Aug 9:  "Bits and Pieces:  How to Write Your Personal History"

Research Helps
Lecture Presented by Ron Ray No registration necessary.

This is a series of classes with varying topics intended to provide helpful information on family history research. 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Wednesdays Jul 6: "Fun with Ancestry.com" Jul 13: "Tips, Tricks and Freebies" Jul 20: "Web Sites that Professional Researchers Use" Jul 27:  "Getting the Most From Census Records"

RootsMagic
Lecture Presented by Sue Maxwell No registration necessary.

This is a series of 5 classes that teaches the features and capabilities of the genealogy data management program RootsMagic, which is an approved new FamilySearch affiliate software.

1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Thursdays - Zion A Jul 7: "Getting Started, Data Base Set Up" Jul 15 (Friday):  "Using RootsMagic with New FamilySearch, LDS Features" Jul 21:  "Sources and Tools" Jul: 28:  Tools and Reports" Aug 3:  "Multimedia, Research Aids, Sharing Data" (back to top)

= Pre-registration Classes =

Pre-registration is required for these classes. Call 801-240-9618 to register.

United States Research
Lecture/Lab Course (Limited to 24 participants) Presented by Pat Jensen or Rose Ann Fisher

Three series begin in August, 2011.


 * August 15 through November 21 - Mondays, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Pat Jensen
 * August 23 through November 22 - Tuesdays, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Rose Ann Fisher
 * August 30 through November 29 - Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Pat Jensen

Pre-registration is required. Register for this class or add your name to a waiting list for a future class by calling 801-240-9618.

This is a 14-week course that provides instruction in genealogical research for the United States. Basic computer skills are necessary. Class Titles: Class 1: “Getting Started” Class 2: “Building a Family History Data Base” Class 3: “Internet Genealogy” Class 4: “Finding Your Way” Class 5: “Paleography / Old Handwriting” Class 6: “Census Records” Class 7: “Vital Records” Class 8: “U.S. Church Records” Class 9: "LDS Church Records" Class 10: "Land Records" Class 11: “Probate Records” Class 12: “Military Records” Class 13: “Immigration and Emigration Records” Class 14: “Naturalization Records”

Ancestral Quest
Lecture/Lab Course (Limited to 12 participants) Presented by Marci Wahlquist

The next course begins August 17, 2011 and concludes September 7, 2011. Pre-registration is required. Call 801-240-9618 to register for this class or to add your name to a waiting list for a future class.

This is a 4-week course that teaches the features and capabilities of the genealogy data management program Ancestral Quest, which is approved new FamilySearch affiliate software. The class will provide hands-on experience. Basic computer skills are necessary. Some experience with Ancestral Quest will be helpful.

10:00 - 11:30 a.m. - Wednesdays - Library Training Room Class Titles: Class 1: “Introduction and Getting Started with Data Entry” Class 2: “Interfacing with New FamilySearch, Part 1” Class 3: “Interfacing with New FamilySearch, Part 2” Class 4: “Getting the Most out of Ancestral Quest”

RootsMagic
Lecture/Lab Course (Limited to 24 participants.) Presented by Margaret Peterson.

The next course begins June 24, 2011 and concludes August 5, 2011. No class on July 1 or July 22, 2011. Pre-registration is required. Call 801-240-9618 to register for this class or add your name to a waiting list for a future class.

This is a 5-week course that teaches the basic features and capabilities of the genealogy data management program RootsMagic, which is an approved new FamilySearch affiliate software, and will provide hands-on computer experience. Basic computer skills are necessary. Some experience with RootsMagic will be helpful.

11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Fridays - Library Training Room Class Titles: Class 1: "Getting Started with RootsMagic" Class 2: "Using RootsMagic-To-Go" Class 3: "Interfacing with New FamilySearch, Part 1" Class 4: "Interfacing with New FamilySearch, Part 2" Class 5: "Review"

Legacy
Lecture/Lab Course (Limited to 12 participants.) Presented by John Baker

The next course begins July 6, 2011 and concludes August 10, 2011. '''No class on July 20. '''Pre-registration is required. Call 801-240-9618 to register for this class or add your name to a waiting list for a future class.

This is a 5-week course that teaches the basic features and capabilities of the genealogy data management program Legacy, which is an approved new FamilySearch affiliate software, and will provide hands-on computer experience. Basic computer skills are necessary. Some experience with Legacy will be helpful.

10:00 a.m. - noon - Wednesdays - Library Training Room Class Titles: Class 1: "Getting Started with Legacy" Class 2: "12-Step Checklist, Also Tips and Tricks" Class 3: "Sources and Chronologies" Class 4: "Interfacing with New FamilySearch, Part 1" Class 5: "Interfacing with New FamilySearch, Part 2"

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