There are several genealogy events coming up in the Land of Lincoln. Here is a listing of just some of those events.
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Illinois State Genealogical Society Fall Conference
When: October 23, 2010
Where: Peoria
Details: Attend this year’s conference to hear wonderful presentation on a variety of genealogy topics, network with other genealogists, and visit an array of exhibits. Featured guest speaker is Curt B. Witcher, of FGS and the Allen County Public Library. This year’s conference will also feature a Youth Workshop for children 12 to 15 years of age. Refer to the conference flyer/registration form for additional information.
McLean County Genealogical Society – Researching Your Birth Mother
When: May 18, 2010
Where: Bloomington
Details: Mary Wilkins and Marilyn Strohkirsch, of Healing Hearts, will be discussing research strategies for adopted persons. Visit the MCGS website for more information.
Kane County Genealogical Society – Marriage—More Than a Date
When: May 27, 2010
Where: Geneva
Details: Jeff Bockman will be the speaker. Visit the KCGS website for more information.
Chicago Genealogical Society – What Proper Documentation Really is When Proving Your Ancestry
When: June 5, 2010
Where: Chicago
Details: Craig Pfannkuche will be the speaker. Visit the CGS website for additional information.
Genealogical Forum of Elmhurst, Illinois – Breaking Down Brick Walls
When: June 6, 2010
Where: Elmhurst
Details: Nancy Salmela will be the speaker. Visit the Genealogical Forum’s website for additional information.
Lake County Genealogical Society – You’re Not in Kansas Anymore: Essential Resources for Urban-Area Research
When: June 8, 2010
Where: Mundelein
Details: Jeanne Larzalere Bloom will be the speaker. Visit the LCGS website for additional information.
McLean County Genealogical Society – Researching Your Your European Heritage
When: June 15, 2010
Where: Bloomington
Details: Stephen Szabados will be the speaker. Visit the MCGS website for more information.
Kane County Genealogical Society – Genealogy Research Reasoning—Learning to Think Like an Expert
When: June 17, 2010
Where: Geneva
Details: Everett Butler will be the speaker. Visit the KCGS website for more information.
Lake County Genealogical Society – Developing a Sixth Census: Finding More in Census Records Than Meets the Eye
When: July 13, 2010
Where: Mundelein
Details: Daniel Hubbard, PhD., will be the speaker. Visit the LCGS website for additional information.
Kane County Genealogical Society – The History of the Geneva Girls School
When: July 22, 2010
Where: Geneva
Details: Dr. John Laukaitis will be the speaker. Visit the KCGS website for more information.
Kane County Genealogical Society – When to Hire a Researcher
When: August 26, 2010
Where: Geneva
Details: Linda Bloom-DeGroot will be the speaker. Visit the KCGS website for more information.
Kane County Genealogical Society – Genealogy Organization: Comparison of Styles
When: September 23, 2010
Where: Geneva
Details: Linda Farroh Eder and Susan Lye will be the speakers. Visit the KCGS website for more information.
Fox Valley Genealogical Society Fall Conference – Ancestor Research: A Fresh Look at Classic Techniques
When: September 25, 2010
Where: Naperville
Details: D. Joshua Taylor, of NEHGS, is the featured speaker for the 17th annual conference. Topics include: Finding the Roots of Your Family Legends, On and Off the Net, Successful Searching Online, and Vanity Sketches: Sources and Truths Behind Mugbook Entries. Visit the FVGS website for more information.
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