BIG Program Announcement From The DuPage County Genealogical Society (DCGS); Dick Eastman Will Be Presenting An All-Day Series Of Programs On Saturday, August 17, 2013 At The Wheaton Public Library From 9 AM To 4:30 PM

Hi Everyone!

WOW!  WOW!  WOW!

The DuPage County Genealogical Society (DCGS) has announced a blockbuster all-day genealogy program that will feature none other than Dick Eastman.

The all-day program is scheduled for Saturday, August 17, 2013, from 9 AM to 4:30 PM at the Wheaton Public Library in Wheaton, IL.  During this event, Dick Eastman will present 4 individual one-hour genealogy programs.

Please note the following important points as noted by DCGS at their website:

• Advance online registration is REQUIRED beginning June 15, 2013
• Seating is limited to 100, NO walk-ins, NO refunds for cancellations
• The cost of $34 includes 4 sessions & boxed lunch, or $25 for sessions only
  
• Beginning June 15, 2013,  register online with payment via PayPal
• Registration closes without advance notice when we reach capacity of 100, watch here for updates.
• Any questions, contact conference@DCGS.org

Here is a link to the part of the DCGS website that provides all of the information regarding this incredible all-day program:

August 17, 2013 DuPage County Genealogical Society (DCGS) All-Day Program With Dick Eastman

The time schedule for the day as well as a description of the 4 individual programs that Dick Eastman will present can be found at the above link to the DCGS website for this program.

The DCGS normally does not have any programs during the months of June, July and August.  However, when you can get such a well-known star in the field of genealogy, I guess you can make an exception to your normally scheduled off-month!

Congratulations to the DCGS on arranging such a blockbuster program with such a great spokesman in the field of genealogy!

If you are interested in attending please note all of the details from their website as well as the key date to take action if you plan on attending.  If you do not have an account with PayPal, now is the time to establish one since the website indicates that PayPal is the only method for making payment.

Keep visiting the DuPage County Genealogical Society webpage between now and the date of registration to see if there are any new updates to the planned event.

Tony Kierna
Genealogy Coordinator
Schaumburg Township District Library

DuPage County Genealogical Society (DCGS) Announces Its “Updated” Genealogy Programs List for 2013-2014; April 2014 Program Finalized; January 2014 Program Title Correction

Hi Everyone!

The DuPage County Genealogical Society (DCGS) has let me know that they have the entire 2013-2014 schedule of programs completed.  The April 2014 program has been filled.  Also, the January 2014 program title has been corrected.  On an earlier post describing their programs for 2013-2014, they had not at that time completed the program plan for the April 2014 program.  That is now complete.  Steve Szabados will now be the guest speaker for the society’s April 16, 2014 program and will present a program titled “Mining Census Records – Information to Enrich Your Heritage”.

The society also noted that it had corrected the title of the January 15, 2014 scheduled program by Jennifer Holik from “Secrets of the Lost” to “Stories of the Lost”.

Programs for the society take place between September Through May each year.  The society does not offer any programs during the summer months of June, July and August.

You can view their upcoming schedule on the following embedded link to a PDF  at:

DuPage County Genealogical Society (DCGS) Genealogy Program Schedule For 2013-2014

Also, just visit the DCGS website to see what they are all about and what nice resources they have at their site for you to discover.  If you have any DuPage County, IL ancestral connection, you may want to consider joining the society to access even more resources through the society’s site.  You can always also see upcoming activities and events for the society at their website.  Look for the link on the left side noted as “Events”.  You can visit the DCGS web site at:

DuPage County Genealogical Society

Take a look at their programming list for 2013-2014 and plan your genealogy program attendance at DCGS starting in September 2013.

They have many interesting programs on their schedule.  Increase your genealogy knowledge and skills.  Attend one of their programs.

Tony Kierna
Genealogy Coordinator
Schaumburg Township District Library

Reminder: Our Next Genealogy Program at STDL Is Tomorrow May 14, 2013

Hi Everyone!

It is that time once again when we will be having another Genealogy Program at the central location of the Schaumburg Township District Library on Tuesday evening, May 14, 2013 at 7:30 PM.  We are located at 130 S. Roselle Road in Schaumburg, IL.

There is no pre-registration required in order to attend the program.  There is no fee charged to attend.  Anyone can attend this program.  You do not have to be a library card holder with the Schaumburg Township District Library in order to attend.

Here is a summary of the information about the program:

The Genealogy program will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 7:30 PM in the 2nd floor Classroom. The guest speaker for the evening will be Sarah A. V. Kirby. Sarah will present a program titled “Free Digital Books: More Than Just Google”.Sarah will present an overview of some of the websites which have large collections of free digitized genealogy texts and how to use them. Also includes a few sites which index other sites.

Sarah has been researching her family since 1994 and has had a surname website since 1997. After obtaining her MLIS (Masters in Library and Information Science) in 2003, she began moving towards professional genealogy. She is currently a member of APG, NGS, the Genealogical Speakers Guild, and several other local and regional societies. Miss Kirby has been on the APG’s Publications Advisory Committee since early 2007.

The doors to the room will open at approximately 7 PM so participants can pick up any handouts, review books and journals and interact with other participants. Tony Kierna, the STDL genealogist, will start the program at 7:30. Introductions of new participants will occur as well as a brief review of handouts and genealogical matters. It is expected that the guest speaker’s presentation will start at around 7:45-8:00 PM. We will end the session by 9:30 PM.

For further information contact Tony Kierna at 847-923-3390.
Tony Kierna
Genealogy Coordinator
Schaumburg Township District Library

DuPage County Genealogical Society (DCGS) Announces Its Genealogy Programs for 2013-2014; View The Schedule From The Embedded PDF

Hi Everyone!

I just noticed at the DuPage County Genealogical Society (DCGS) website that they now have their genealogy program schedule for September 2013 through May 2014.  Programs for the society take place between September Through May each year.  The society does not offer any programs during the summer months of June, July and August.

You can view their upcoming schedule on the following embedded link to a PDF  at:

DuPage County Genealogical Society (DCGS) Genealogy Program Schedule For 2013-2014

Also, just visit the DCGS website to see what they are all about and what nice resources they have at their site for you to discover.  If you have any DuPage County, IL ancestral connection, you may want to consider joining the society to access even more resources through the society’s site.  You can always also see upcoming activities and events for the society at their website.  Look for the link on the left side noted as “Events”.  You can visit the DCGS web site at:

DuPage County Genealogical Society

Take a look at their programming list for 2013-2014 and plan your genealogy program attendance at DCGS starting in September 2013.

They have many interesting programs on their schedule.  Increase your genealogy knowledge and skills.  Attend one of their programs.

Tony Kierna
Genealogy Coordinator
Schaumburg Township District Library

Upcoming History/Genealogy/Cultural Events From The Swedish American Museum Starting With The Week Of May 6, 2013

Hi Everyone!

I have been receiving some activities updates from the Swedish American Museum in Chicago, IL recently.  Some of the activities may be specifically related to genealogical events or programs.  Other events may have a historical context as it applies to Swedish history and ancestry.  Some events may be cultural.

I thought I would share with you what I have been receiving as a link to what I received via e-mail.

The museum itself is located at 5211 North Clark Street in Chicago, IL.  The phone number for the museum is 773-728-8111.

It actually looks like there is plenty to do if you are interested in discovering more about Swedish history and ancestry.

There is a genealogy program scheduled for Saturday, May 18, 2013 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM.  The title of the program is “Will the Real Sven Larsson Stand Up” presented by Dr. Daniel Hubbard.  The Museum is co-sponsoring the program with the Computer Assisted Genealogy Group of Northern Illinois (CAGGNI).

Go to the following link and take a peek at all that you could be doing starting during the week of May 6, 2013 at the Swedish American Museum:

Activities And Events At The Swedish American Museum In Chicago During The Week Of May 6, 2013

See what interests you.  Make a connection with the society if you are digging deep into your Swedish roots.

Tony Kierna
Genealogy Coordinator
Schaumburg Township District Library

Our Next Genealogy Program Is Coming Up On Tuesday Evening May 14, 2013 At 7:30 PM

Hi Everyone!

I thought I would post this reminder of our next upcoming Genealogy Program at the Schaumburg Township District Library.

There is no pre-registration required in order to attend the program.  There is no fee charged to attend.  Anyone can attend this program.  You do not have to be a library card holder with the Schaumburg Township District Library in order to attend.

Here are the details of our upcoming program for Tuesday evening, May 14, 2013:

The Genealogy program will be held on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 7:30 PM in the 2nd floor Classroom. The guest speaker for the evening will be Sarah A. V. Kirby. Sarah will present a program titled “Free Digital Books: More Than Just Google”.Sarah will present an overview of some of the websites which have large collections of free digitized genealogy texts and how to use them. Also includes a few sites which index other sites.Sarah has been researching her family since 1994 and has had a surname website since 1997. After obtaining her MLIS (Masters in Library and Information Science) in 2003, she began moving towards professional genealogy. She is currently a member of APG, NGS, the Genealogical Speakers Guild, and several other local and regional societies. Miss Kirby has been on the APG’s Publications Advisory Committee since early 2007.

 The doors to the room will open at approximately 7 PM so participants can pick up any handouts, review books and journals and interact with other participants. Tony Kierna, the STDL genealogist, will start the program at 7:30. Introductions of new participants will occur as well as a brief review of handouts and genealogical matters. It is expected that the guest speaker’s presentation will start at around 7:45-8:00 PM. We will end the session by 9:30 PM.

 For further information contact Tony Kierna at 847-923-3390.

Tony Kierna
Genealogy Coordinator
Schaumburg Township District Library

Genealogy Program At Indian Trails Public Library District In Wheeling, IL On Monday, June 3, 2013 At 7 PM; “The Ellis Island Experience” Presented By Dan Niemiec

Hi Everyone!

I just received a notice from Celeste Kuta, an Adult Reference Librarian, that the Indian Trails Public Library District will begin offering genealogy programs.

Celeste has indicated that the library’s kick-off  genealogy program will take place on Monday evening, June 3, 2013 at 7 PM.

The library is located at 355 S. Schoenbeck Road in Wheeling, IL.   The phone number for the library is 847-459-4100.  You can find the library online at:

Indian Trails Public Library District in Wheeling, IL

The speaker for the program will be Dan Niemiec.  Dan will present a program titled “The Ellis Island Experience”.

Dan will share a historical view at what our ancestors went through to leave their homeland for a new life across the ocean. Using this historical background can add to your ancestors’ family story when they aren’t around to describe what they went through.

Dan has been a frequent speaker at our own library to present genealogy programs.  He is very knowledgeable about genealogy and always brings in some funny moments throughout his presentations!  I have not had him here for that program as of now.  Looks like a future booking could be in the works at our library!

We wish Celeste and the Indian Trails Public Library District all the best as they embark on offering genealogy programs to the public.

So for all local geneaholics, there is now one more location close by that will begin offering genealogy programs that you can take in!

Mark your calendar for the date and help the Indian Trails Public Library District kick-off its inaugural genealogy program on Monday evening, June 3, 2013 at 7 PM.

Tony Kierna
Genealogy Coordinator
Schaumburg Township District Library

Re-Post Reminder: National Genealogical Society 2013 Annual Conference Brochure And Program Information Available; May 8-11, 2013 In Las Vegas, Nevada; “Building New Bridges”

Hi Everyone!

I thought I would just make a re-post about the soon to take place National Genealogical Society Annual Conference that will take place in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 8, to May 11, 2013.

I previously made a post on this upcoming event in December 2012.

The time is now here for the actual conference.

What a combination of Las Vegas and Genealogy!

If you have any interest and want to be a last second participant,  I am sure both the city of Las Vegas, NV and the National Genealogical Society will welcome you with open arms!

Refresh yourself with what is coming up from my previous post.  The information follows after the separator line:

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Hi Everyone!

The National Genealogical Society has an annual multi-day conference each year.

Next year’s program is scheduled for May 8, 2013 through May 11, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada.  You certainly have plenty of time to peruse the material and make plans to attend this annual major genealogical event.  And bring plenty of money if you like to gamble as a diversion in between attending the sessions of the NGS Annual Conference!

You can view the full-color 16 page registration brochure at their website by clicking on the following link at:

• National Genealogical Society 2013 Annual Conference Brochure

Also just visit the main NGS website to take a look at much more information and material that they have at the site.  There is much more information about this conference available through their main website.  Browse their site and see what other great resources they may have available online that can help you in your own research efforts.

You can visit their main website at www.ngsgenealogy.org.

Look for the part of their main website at the top that says “Conferences and Events”.

Attending a national conference such as this is an eye-opening genealogical experience that I would recommend at least once in a lifetime for researchers.  There are literally 180 informative hour-long programs that are scheduled during this program between 8 AM through 4 PM.  There are even  programs going on through the early evening if you can’t get enough information on genealogy from 8 AM until 4 PM!

This brochure is one that in the past I would have made a copy for distribution to our genealogy program  participants.  However, now that I am writing this blog, it is more appropriate to direct you to the National Genealogical Society website directly for you to take a look at their full 16 page color brochure they have put together.

The above link will take you directly to this 16 page incredible brochure.

Even if you do not go to this program or another one down the road, I always recommend that you should take a look at the variety of programs being offered.  You may very well find a program with a great speaker that fits right in with your own research aspirations.  You will then possibly have a contact to make with the speaker to see if they can help answer a question you may have on the genealogical topic of interest.

Also take a look at the long list of world-renowned genealogical speakers that are in the brochure.

These are the best of the best!

Your paths may cross with them through material they may have already published.  Some may even be local to our own area.  Some may very well be speakers we have had at our library offering some great genealogical programs for you to learn from!

Take a look through the brochure to gain a sense of magnitude of what a national genealogical conference looks like.  It is amazing.  These conference are often attended by anywhere from 1,200 to 1,500 fellow researchers.  Vendors are also present selling their wares.

This conference can be nothing short of genealogy nirvana!

Check out the brochure.  Check out the NGS Program.  Try to attend one once in your life.  You won’t be disappointed.

Tony Kierna
Genealogy Coordinator
Schaumburg Township District Library

Northwest Suburban Council Of Genealogists (NWSCG) Next Program Scheduled For Saturday Morning, May 4, 2013 At 10:00 AM; “Compiling Your Medical Family Tree” By Marsha Peterson-Maass

Hi Everyone,

I just received a program notice from the Northwest Suburban Council of Genealogists indicating that their next genealogy program is scheduled for Saturday morning, May 4, 2013 at 10:00 AM.

The society will be meeting on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 10:00 AM at the Arlington Heights Senior Center at 1801 W. Central Rd. in Arlington Heights, IL.

There is no prior registration needed.  There is no fee to attend.

The society offers an early informal gathering at 9:30 AM that would allow you to exchange information and ask questions with others present at the time before the formal program starts.

Please be sure to view the link below that will get you to the program description material supplied to me by the society. 

The speaker for the morning program will be Marsha Peterson-Maass.  The speaker will present a program titled “Compiling Your Medical Family Tree“.

Please take a look at the full PDF announcement of the program by going to:

Northwest Suburban Council of Genealogists (NWSCG) May 4, 2013 Program Notice

You will find more details about the program location, the program contents and some information about Marsha Peterson-Maass, the speaker for the morning from the above link to the program information.

Tony Kierna
Genealogy Coordinator
Schaumburg Township District Library

Teresa McMillin Will Be Our Genealogy Program Speaker For The April 9, 2013 Program; There Was A “Typo” Error In The April PDF Newsletter Advertising Our May Program Speaker

Hi Everyone!

A very good eagle-eye made me aware that the Online April 2013 Genealogy Newsletter I upload shows some conflicting information in the section of the Newsletter that identifies our speaker information for May 2013.

I must have forgotten to change the date in the text of that description to the proper May date.  It reads as if Sarah A. V. Kirby will be the speaker for the April 9, 2013 program.  I should have changed that date to May 14, 2013 for Sarah’s program.

For tomorrow’s program, April 9, 2013, our speaker will be Teresa McMillin as my blog post publicizing the program indicates.  She will present her program on “Hunting For Henry: A Case Study on Sibling Research”.

Sarah A. V. Kirby will be our genealogy speaker for our May 14, 2013 program.

Tony Kierna
Genealogy Coordinator
Schaumburg Township District Library