Riverton FamilySearch Library/Class Schedule

Printable November/December 2014 Class Schedule
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For daily class information call 801-240-9601 or 801-240-9603.

'''To sign up for a pre-registration class call 801-240-9618. '''

Do You Need Help With Family Tree?
If you would like specific help on any of the basic features of Family Tree, ask at the Welcome Desk or Help Desk for a staff member to help you.

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= Walk-in Classes =

FamilySearch - Family Tree
These classes teach the basic fundamentals of using the Family Tree feature at familysearch.org.

**NEW TIME**


 * Monday Series

Lecture and Hands-on Practice Presented by Linda Baker No registration necessary


 * 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. / Mondays - Library Training Room 1

Oct 20: “Accessing and Navigating FamilySearch Family Tree” Oct 27: “Finding, Adding and Correcting Information” Nov 3: “Using 'My Source Box' and FamilySearch.org Sources'” Nov 10: "Creating and Attaching Outside Sources" Nov 17: "Preparing Names for Temple Ordinances" Dec 1: "Using the Merge Feature and Adding Photos &amp; Stories"


 * Wednesday Series

Lecture and Hands-on Practice Presented by Linda Baker No registration necessary


 * 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. / Wednesdays - Library Training Room 1

Oct 8: “Accessing and Navigating FamilySearch Family Tree” Oct 15: “Finding, Adding and Correcting Information” Oct 22: “Using 'My Source Box' and FamilySearch.org Sources'” Oct 29: "Creating and Attaching Outside Sources" Nov 5: "Preparing Names for Temple Ordinances" Nov 12: "Using the Merge Feature and Adding Photos &amp; Stories"


 * Thursday Series

Lecture and Hands-on Practice Presented by Joan Gust No registration necessary


 * 9:30 - 11:00 a.m../ Thursdays - Library Training Room 1

Oct 23: "Learn How to Use Family Tree and Love It" Oct 30: "How to Share Memories by Using Photos, Stories, Documents" Nov 6: "Attach Sources and Get Names Prepared to Take to the Temple" Nov 13: "Discover NEW Tools, Apps and Partners Using FamilySearch" Nov 20: "Find Your Cousins Using the New Descendancy View"

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Family Tree Sourcing
This class is an introduction to using sources with a hands-on practice of setting up and building a sourcing toolbox, and attaching all types of sources to ancestors in your Family Tree. Researchers of all levels of expertise will benefit from this class.

Lecture and Hands-on Practice Presented by Deane Gearig No registration is necessary.


 * 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. / Thursdays - Library Training Room 2

Oct 30: "Family Tree Sources - Step by Step" Nov 13: "Family Tree Sources - Step by Step" (back to top)

Training for Family History Consultants
This series of classes 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 important to begin training with the first class. Please bring a flash drive with you to class.


 * Thursday Series

Lecture and Some Hands-on Practice Presented by Mark Plehn No registration is necessary.


 * 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. / Thursdays - Library Training Room 1

Oct 16: "Understanding Your Calling and Starting with Stories" Oct 23: "Get to Know Your Family Tree" Oct 30: "Learn to Use Records" Nov 6: "Perform Temple Ordinances" Nov 13: " Finding People to Help"


 * Saturday Series

Lecture and Some Hands-on Practice Presented by Don Whitworth No registration is necessary.


 * 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. / Saturdays - Library Training Room 1

Sep 13: "Understanding Your Calling and Starting with Stories" Sep 20: "Get to Know Your Family Tree" Oct 11: "Learn to Use Records" Oct 18: "Perform Temple Ordinances" Oct 25: " Finding People to Help"

Nov 1: "Understanding Your Calling and Starting with Stories" Nov 8: "Get to Know Your Family Tree" Nov 15: "Learn to Use Records" Nov 22: "Perform Temple Ordinances &amp; Finding People to Help"

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Basic Computer Skills
These two classes teach basic computer skills with hands-on practice. Please bring a flash drive to get the most from this class.

Lecture/Lab Presented by Kenneth Spencer No registration is necessary.


 * 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. / Tuesdays - Library Training Room 2

Oct 21: "Basic Computer Skills, Part 2" Oct 28: "Basic Computer Skills, Part 1" Nov 4: "Basic Computer Skills, Part 2" Nov 11: "Basic Computer Skills, Part 1" Nov 18: "Basic Computer Skills, Part 2"

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Basic Internet Skills
This class introduces basic Internet technology and navigation skills. Please bring a flash drive to get the most from this class.

Lecture/Lab Presented by No registration is necessary.


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IrfanView
IrfanView is a free graphics editing program designed for capturing and editing photos and documents. It is helpful in acquiring and preparing digital images for family history projects and genealogy programs. This class teaches the basic features and functions of this software. Basic computer skills are necessary for this class to be a good experience.

Lecture/Lab Presented by Sally Briggs No registration is necessary.

 ***NEW TIME***


 * 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. / Thursdays - Library Training Room 1

Oct 16: "Installing and Using IrfanView Software" Nov 6: "Installing and Using IrfanView Software" Nov 20: "Installing and Using IrfanView Software"

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Beginning Genealogy Research
This series of classes 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. Students will select an ancestor to research, create a research objective, develop necessary skills in using family history equipment, and learn how to use basic research tools.

*** NEW DAY/TIME ***

Lecture and Lab Presented by Carolyn Baker No registration is necessary


 * 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. / Mondays - Library Training Room 1

Oct 6: "Let's Start at the Very Beginning" Oct 13: "Selecting an Ancestor" Oct 20: "Finding Your Way" Oct 27: "Online Resources"

Nov 3: "Let's Start at the Very Beginning" Nov 10: "Selecting an Ancestor" Nov 17: "Finding Your Way" Nov 24: "Online Resources"

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United States Research
These classes define types of records used in United States research that give names, dates, places, and relationships of your ancestors. Learn where to find these records online, on microfilm, and in books. Instructions on how to extract and interpret the information found in these various records about your ancestors and how it can be used to extend your family lines will be given.

Lecture/Lab Course Presented by Jill Shoemaker No registration is necessary.


 * 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. / Saturdays - Library Training Room 2  

Oct 11: "A Switch of Allegiance - The Records of Becoming an American” Oct 25: “Finding Your Ancestor's Story in United States Records” Nov 1: “Getting Counted - Rightly or Wrongly - In the United States Census” Nov 8: “An Inheritance of Records Through Proving Wills and Dividing Property” Nov 22: “Family History Meets the Military: In Which War Did Your Ancestor Serve?”

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Research Helps
This is a series of classes with varying topics intended to provide helpful information on family history research.

Lecture Presented by Ron Ray No registration is necessary.


 * 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. / Tuesdays - Training Room 2

Oct 21: "Utah Research" Oct 28: "Census Records"

Nov 4: "Descendancy Research - Millions to Find" Nov 11: "Newspapers - Stories of Your Ancestors"


 * 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. / Wednesdays - Training Room 2 

Nov 5: "Understanding MS Word for Sources, Stories, and More" Nov 12: "Using MS Word with Snipping Tool (Capture Anything)"

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Brick Walls: Facing Difficult Problems
This class will discuss how to organize a plan to research difficult problem areas, how to evaluate the known information, collaboration with other researchers, and how to find records and information from alternative research sources.

Lecture &amp; Hands-on Lab Presented by Tom and Betsy Neil No registration is necessary


 * 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. / Wednesdays - Training Room 2

Oct 1: "Your Plan of Attack" Oct 8: "Breaching the Wall with What You Know" Oct 15: "But the Courthouse Burned Down" Oct 22: "Return and Review"

Oct 29: "Your Plan of Attack" Nov 5: "Breaching the Wall with What You Know" Nov 12: "But the Courthouse Burned Down" Nov 19: "Return and Review"

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Macs and Genealogy
This class will discuss basic Mac Operating System, OSX, Mavericks, including functions, short cuts, and integrating your Mac for Family History. We will discuss software, APPS, websites, genealogy utility APPS, the wireless Bluetooth, Mac tract pad, and Mac Bluetooth mouse. If possible, bring your Mac laptop to follow along with the lecture.

Lecture &amp; Hands-on Lab Presented by Alan LaPearle No registration is necessary


 * 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. / Wednesdays - Training Room 2

Oct 22: "Using Your Mac for Family History and Research" Nov 5: "Using Your Mac for Family History and Research" Nov 19: "Using Your Mac for Family History and Research"

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LDS Records
This class will show the various records, books and stories available at the Church History Library, including special collections of membership records, family histories, membership records on film strips, and microfiche.

Lecture and Demonstration Presented by Garry Banks No registration is necessary


 * 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. / Wednesdays - Training Room 1

Oct 29: "The Story Lives Here: Church History Library" Nov 12: "The Story Lives Here: Church History Library"

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Fast Accurate Research
These classes are designed to help patrons locate online information and records using tips and strategies that help narrow searches for your Ancestor's information. A working knowledge of computer and internet skills is necessary for a good experience in these classes. These classes would be particularly helpful for serious researchers and youth in learning additional researching techniques.

Lecture and Demonstration Presented by Van Celaya No registration is necessary.


 * Tuesday Series 
 * 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. - Library Training Room 1

Oct 21: "Finding Your Ancestors Using Advanced Google Searches" Oct 28: "Affiliate Internet Websites and Other Advanced Sites"

Nov 4: "Tips and Techniques on Finding Your Ancestors in FamilySearch" Nov 11: "Finding Your Ancestors Using Advanced Google Searches" Nov 18: "Affiliate Internet Websites and Other Advanced Sites" Nov 25: "Tips and Techniques on Finding Your Ancestors in FamilySearch"


 * Thursday Series ***New Time*** 
 * 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Library Training Room 2

Oct 16: "Tips and Techniques on Finding Your Ancestors in FamilySearch" Oct 23: "Finding Your Ancestors Using Advanced Google Searches" Oct 30: "Affiliate Internet Websites and Other Advanced Sites"

Nov 6: "Tips and Techniques on Finding Your Ancestors in FamilySearch" Nov 13: "Finding Your Ancestors Using Advanced Google Searches" Nov 20: "Affiliate Internet Websites and Other Advanced Sites"


 * Saturday Series ***New Time***
 * 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. - Library Training Room 2

Oct 18: "Tips and Techniques on Finding Your Ancestors in FamilySearch" Oct 25: "Finding Your Ancestors Using Advanced Google Searches" Nov 1: "Affiliate Internet Websites and Other Advanced Sites"

Nov 8: "Tips and Techniques on Finding Your Ancestors in FamilySearch" Nov 15: "Finding Your Ancestors Using Advanced Google Searches" Nov 22: "Affiliate Internet Websites and Other Advanced Sites"

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General Family History Helps
These classes teach general organizational helps and Apps that are specific to Family History Work. Lecture and Lab Presented by Bud Wood No registration is necessary


 * 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. / Tuesdays - Library Training Room 1

Oct 28: "Are Your Files Messed Up? How to Organize Your Personal Genealogy Files" Nov 4: "Sure &amp; Complete Backups. Find Out How to be Sure Your Backups are Safe &amp; That Everything           You Want Backed Up Is" Nov 11: "Organizing Your Relatives - Creating Personal Folders &amp; What to Put in Them" Nov 18: "New Family History Apps for the Ipad - What are they? How do They Work"


 * 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. / Wednesdays - Library Training Room 1

Oct 29:"Are Your Files Messed Up? How to Organize Your Personal Genealogy Files" Nov 5: "Sure &amp; Complete Backups. Find Out How to be Sure Your Backups are Safe &amp; That Everything            You Want Backed Up Is" Nov 12: "Organizing Your Relatives - Creating Personal Folders &amp; What to Put in Them" Nov 19: "New Family History Apps for the Ipad - What are they? How do They Work"

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Ancestral Quest
This is an 8 week course designed for current and new users of Ancestral Quest. The class teaches the features and functions of the program and will give students some hands-on practice. Basic computer skills are necessary.

Lecture and Lab Presented by Bud Wood No registration is necessary.


 * ***NEW TIME***
 * 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. / Tuesdays - Library Training Room 1

Sep 2: "Introduction to Ancestral Quest" Sep 9: "Linking Records in My AQ Database with Family Tree" Sep 16: "Sources" Sep 23: "Photos and Screen Tabs" Sep 30:"Customization, Printing, and Backups" Oct 7: "Search Techniques" Oct 14: "Match/Merge, etc." Oct 21: "Collaboration"


 * 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. / Wednesdays - Library Training Room 1

Sep 3: "Introduction to Ancestral Quest" Sep 10: "Linking Records in My AQ Database with Family Tree" Sep 17: "Sources" Sep 24: "Photos and Screen Tabs" Oct 1:"Customization, Printing, and Backups" Oct 8: "Search Techniques" Oct 15: "Match/Merge, etc." Oct 22: "Collaboration"

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= Pre-registration Classes =

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

Indexing Workshops - Basic and Italian
'''Pre-registration is required. Call 801-240-9618 to register for this course or add your name to a waiting list for a future class.'''

The Basic Indexing class teaches basic indexing skills, how to read old English handwriting and other basic language resources and helps available, as well as the arbitration process. This class will be helpful for all levels of indexers.

The Italian Indexing class teaches how to index Italian records, which is a high priority FamilySearch Indexing project. Italian language skills are not needed for this class. However, Basic Indexing skills or some indexing experience would be helpful. Handouts will be provided.

Open Lab classes will offer any help with all indexing issues.

Lecture and Hands-on Practice Presented by Rose Scott and Sandi Bigelow


 * 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. / Tuesdays - Training Room 1

Oct 21: "Indexing - Open Lab"

Nov 4: "Getting Started: Basic Indexing" Nov 11: "Indexing Italian Records" Nov 18: "Indexing - Open Lab"

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RootsMagic
'''Pre-registration is required. Call 801-240-9618 to register for this course or add your name to a waiting list for a future class.'''

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


 * Wednesday Series

Lecture/Lab Course (Limited to 22 participants.) Presented by Ron Ray


 * 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. / Wednesdays - Library Training Room 2

Oct 1: "Basic Keys and Sharing with Family Tree" Oct 8: "Images, Videos, PDF Files" Oct 15: "Sources, PDF Files" Oct 22: "Creating Useful Reports" Oct 29: "RootsMagic - More Cool Features"


 * Friday Series

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


 * 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. / Fridays - Library Training Room 1

Oct 17: "Getting Started with RootsMagic" Oct 24: "Using RootsMagic-To-Go" Oct 31: "Interfacing with FamilySearch Family Tree, Part 1" Nov 7: "Interfacing with FamilySearch Family Tree, Part 2" Nov 14: "Filtering, Sources and Working with Files"

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Legacy 8
'''Pre-registration is required. Call 801-240-9618 to register for this course or add your name to a waiting list for a future class.'''

This is a four week course that teaches the basic features and capabilities of the genealogy data management program Legacy 8, which is approved FamilySearch affiliate software, and provides hands-on computer experience. Basic computer skills are necessary. Some experience with Legacy 8 will be helpful.

Lecture / Lab Course (Limited to 22 participants.) Presented by John Baker


 * 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. / Mondays - Library Training Room 2   

Oct 13: "Getting Started with Legacy 8" Oct 20: "12-Step Checklist, Also Tips and Tricks" Oct 27: "Sources and Chronologies" Nov 3: "Interfacing with Family Tree"

Nov 10: "Getting Started with Legacy 8" Nov 17: "12-Step Checklist, Also Tips and Tricks" Nov 24: "Sources and Chronologies" Dec 1: "Interfacing with Family Tree"   (back to top)