Tech Day Spotlight: Using Google’s My Maps as a Research and Analysis Tool with Cari A. Taplin, CG
Join us for SLIG’s first ever Tech Day which will feature a special workshop by Cari A. Taplin, CG entitled “Using Google’s My Maps as a Research and Analysis Tool”. This 3 1/2 hour workshop will show you the many ways you can use Google Maps for genealogy. This will be held on 20 January […]
The first ever SLIG Tech Day will feature a special Mini-Lab on Mid Maps by Ron Arons. Why is this so important for your genealogy toolbox? Let me have Ron tell you: Why mind maps and other data visualization tools? There is an old saying that ‘a picture is worth a thousand words.’ This statement […]
Where do I eat while attending SLIG? There are plenty of options, both at the Hilton and within a short walk. This is the first of a series of posts covering dining options available during SLIG 2018. SLIG works with the Hilton each year to make sure they have plenty of economical dining options available […]
Another dynamic member of the Salt Lake institute of Genealogy (SLIG) 2018 committee, Debra A. Hoffman, lives in New Windsor, Maryland. She brings to the committee 35 years of family research experience and five years business experience as owner of Hoffman Genealogical Services. Debra is a great asset to SLIG: she sought and has received […]
Application Deadline December 31, 2017 Ancestry recently announced that it is now accepting applications for the AncestryProGenealogists Scholarships to genealogical institutes, established to “foster and support professional genealogists in their ongoing development efforts.” “The AncestryProGenealogists Scholarship Program will provide four scholarships that will cover tuition, round-trip standard economy airfare (Ancestry may substitute appropriate ground transportation for […]
Wednesday, January 24, 2018 5:30 – 8:45 pm Sponsored by ICAPGen Hosted by the Family History Library Classes and labs Light refreshments Time to relax and research New this year: The FHL remodel provided us with two new large classrooms, increasing our seating capacity. Still, seating is limited, so register early to attend. Classes and […]
Join us to research, learn, and network as you weave your Ancestral Tapestry through SLIG week. The creation of a tapestry requires many skilled hands working together. Our mid-week events are sponsored by many organizations in an effort to provide a rich SLIG experience. Ancestry ProGenealogists Networking Event Tuesday, January 23rd, 5:30 – 7:30 pm […]
Valerie Byrd Hansen is another dynamic member of the Salt Lake institute of Genealogy (SLIG) 2018 committee. Eight years ago Valerie joined the SLIG committee and today still serves as the registrar for all the events that SLIG handles: SLIG itself; the fall Virtual Advanced Evidence Analysis Practicum taught and coordinated by the impressive Angela […]
The first SLIG Tech Day is scheduled for Saturday, January 20, 2018. SLIG’s amazing speakers and guest lecturers will present four hands-on workshops, nine classes/demonstrations, and two mini-labs. Check out the schedule of exciting classes! Tech Day Information Half-day workshops on Saturday morning feature Gena Philibert-Ortega and Pat Roberts guiding 3 hours of hands-on experience with […]
Rich Venezia, in keeping with this year’s theme, will present Common Threads: Weaving Our Ancestral Tapestries at the Plenary Session, Monday evening, January 22. All SLIG participants and instructors are invited; a RSVP is requested. Rich Venezia Aside from his uninhibited and infectious laugh, Rich has received renown in genealogical circles for his Tedx Pittsburgh Talk, […]