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October is Family History Month
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Join us at Clayton Library as we celebrate the 2015 Family History Month with a multitude of events.
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Ofrendas de Dia de los Muertos – Altars of Day of the Dead Display
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September 29, 2015 through November 7, 2015 For Family History month we share with you a holiday specifically for remembering and honoring deceased family members and loved ones – Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. Essential to this holiday is the creation of ofrendas, or altars that welcome the deceased. The Hispanic Genealogical Society of Houston and Clayton Library staff have created ofrendas for their loved ones that can be viewed at Clayton Library from September 29 through November 7.
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Saturday, October 3, 2015
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Courting the Courts: Understanding the Court Systems and Court House Research Saturday, October 3, 2015 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM An overview of the history of the court system, how to use the courthouse and the records you might find there. Tips and strategies for assisting beginning researchers in courthouse research. Presented by Clayton staff member Franklin Smith. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens.
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QuickStart #1 – An Overview of the Home Pages of FamilySearch and Ancestry.com Saturday, October 3, 2015 | 2 PM – 4 PM Join us for an introduction to Ancestry Library Edition and FamilySearch. This program will cover navigating the home page of each of these sources and include some tips and tricks for effective research. This session will be presented by a Clayton Library staff member. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens.
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Wednesday, October 7, 2015
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Understanding Ofrendas Wednesday, October 7, 2015 | 5 PM – 5:30 PM Join us for an introduction to the holiday of Dia de los Muertos, as we take a look at the ofrendas, or altars, on display at Clayton Library. After we discuss their symbolism and how they incorporate family history, you’ll be ready to create your own ofrenda! Presented by Clayton staff member Joy Oria. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens. The Richness of Mexico: Its History and Culture Wednesday, October 7, 2015 | 6 PM – 7 PM This session takes a look at the history of Mexico through the works of artist Jesus Helguera, and covers the pre-Columbian era, the Spanish conquest, the colonial era, the War of Independence, the Mexican Revolution, and the present day. Presented by Hispanic Genealogical Society member Henry Aziors. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens.
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Saturday, October 10, 2015
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DNA Testing: What is it; what do the results mean, and how do I understand it all? Saturday, October 10, 2015 | 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM - Types of DNA tests and the companies that provide them | 10:30 AM – 12 PM
- What to do with your DNA results | 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM
Confused about DNA and genetic genealogy or do not know where to begin? These two sessions will provide an easy to follow guide to help to demystify DNA; the three main types of DNA testing, interpreting the results, and tools to bring it all together. Additionally, ample time will also be included for questions and answers. Presented by Randy W. Whited. Randy has been an avid genealogist for over thirty years. He is an active member of several genealogical organizations, including serving on the Boards of the Federation of Genealogical Societies, chairing its Technology Committee, and the Texas State Genealogical Society, where he is Director of Development. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens.
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Wednesday, October 14, 2015
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Genealogy Tips & Tricks: Finding ancestors by not searching the known information Wednesday, October 14, 2015 | 5 PM – 6 PM Having trouble finding ancestors even though you know their names and dates, and have information on the places they lived? In this talk you will learn various tips and tricks for searching around the known family information to find these "tricky" ancestors. Presented by Clayton staff member Irene B. Walters. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens. Genealogy Technology or, Tips & Tricks, part 2: Ways to get the most from our computers Wednesday, October 14, 2015 | 6:15 PM – 7:30 PM Having trouble getting the family information you’ve found out of the databases like Ancestry and FamilySearch and into your family history files. In this talk you will learn various strategies for working with electronic records and getting those "tricky" computer files home. Presented by Clayton staff member Irene B. Walters. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens.
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Thursday, October 15, 2015 | 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM Friday, October 16, 2015 | 10:30 AM – 8 PM The Friends of the Houston Public Library invites all interested family history researchers to a SPECIAL book sale event in the historic William Clayton home at the Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research | 5300 Caroline St.,77004 832-393-2600 All books will be $10. Included will be compiled family histories and more! These books cover many historical sources including cemetery indexes, county histories, indexes to land records, etc. All materials that are used in the pursuit of family history! These books are duplicates of books found in the main library genealogy collection. Credit cards, checks and cash will be accepted. No Reservations required.
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Genealogy after Dark: Clayton Library’s Annual Full Day of Programming and Extended Hours
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Friday, October 16, 2015 | 12 PM – 11 PM
For detailed information please see the “Genealogy After Dark” schedule below. Join your fellow researchers for a full day of programming and extended hours for research. Throughout the day computer webinars will be broadcast from libraries across Texas and projected on the Clayton Library Carriage House screen. The last presentation of the evening: Using Archives to Grow Genealogy Skills | 9:40 PM -10:30 PM by Liz Sargent will be LIVE at Clayton. The library will close at 5 PM and then re-open at 6 PM. Reservations required, you MUST register for “Genealogy After Dark” to attend the extended hours, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens.
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Saturday, October 17, 2015
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Daughters of the American Revolution Day Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM Ever wonder how to join the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR)? Representatives from local DAR chapters will be at Clayton Library for consultation and research help in preparing lineage papers for submission to the DAR. No reservations required. Adults/Teens. Hispanic Genealogical Society of Houston Day Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 10:30 AM – 1 PM Please join the society for an introduction to genealogical research on families of Hispanic descent, as well as how to begin putting together the puzzle of your family history including, data collection and organization, pedigree/ascendant and descendant charts, family group sheets, and using the computer for beginning research. After the presentation, a question and answer session will be held to assist beginning researchers until 1 PM. No reservations needed. Adults/Teens. Finding your Louisiana Ancestors: Genealogical Research in the Pelican State Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Do you have ancestors in the swamps, bayous, or cities of Louisiana? With its long history of settlement and multiple colonial owners, many records you use for Louisiana are not found in other states. Come to this class and learn about genealogical resources unique to the Pelican State. Presented by Clayton staff member Rodney Sam. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens. Clayton Library Orientation Saturday, October 17, 2015 | 2 PM – 4 PM In this session we cover the process of research and discovery of the beginning steps in a family history research project. Following this brief introduction, we examine the resources you will find at the Clayton Library, how materials are organized, and effective planning to visit the Library. No reservations required. Adults/Teens.
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Wednesday, October 21, 2015
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The Final Event: Funeral and Associated Records Wednesday, October 21, 2015 | 5 PM – 6 PM Variant records including funeral home, county records and other sources can be guides giving information regarding the death of an individual. An overview of these types of documents and where to find them will be discussed. Presented by Clayton staff member Sue Kaufman. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens. Cemetery Removal: Where did it go? Wednesday, October 21, 2015 | 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM This talk discusses resources to help you find a missing cemetery. We will discuss strategies to find out where the grave was moved, and what you can do to document your findings. This class will be presented by Melissa Hayes. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens.
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Saturday, October 24, 2015 Unusual Genealogy Day
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Medical Genealogy : Defining Obscure Medical Terms Used by Our Ancestors Saturday, October 24, 2015 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM You may have heard that Great Aunt Mary was consumptive and know that means she had tuberculosis, but what if someone had phthsis pulmonalis, phthisis, potter's asthma, or white plague. Come and learn about some of the diseases our ancestors faced and where to find out what the medical terms you see in obituaries or death certificates mean. (By the way, all the terms above have been used for tuberculosis.) Presented by Clayton staff member Irene Walters. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens. Ghosts! Community Legends and Ghosts Saturday, October 24, 2015 | 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM Did family lore include ghost stories? Did your ancestor live in a ghost town? Was your house haunted? This fun talk is about proving or disproving the theory of ghosts and ghost towns. Share a story or two while we unravel the truth of some famous ghosts. Presented by Clayton staff member Melissa Hayes. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens. Unusual Source Records for Genealogical Research - or, This is Some Cool Stuff! Saturday, October 24, 2015 | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM There are many source materials for family history research not often thought of, or out of the mainstream of research. An overview of some of these really cool and unusual sources will be discussed. At the very least, you will walk out saying, wow, that WAS some cool stuff. Presented by Clayton staff member Sue Kaufman. Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens.
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2015 GENEALOGY AFTER DARK PROGRAMS SCHEDULE
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Friday, October 16, 2015 | 12 PM – 11 PM
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Come celebrate your family history with Clayton Library all day and into the night! Reservations required, please call 832-393-2600. Adults/Teens. In addition to extended research hours, throughout the day computer webinars will be broadcast from libraries across Texas and projected on the Clayton Library Carriage House screen. The last presentation of the evening: Using Archives to Grow Genealogy Skills | 9:40 PM -10:30 PM by Liz Sargent will be LIVE at Clayton. FamilySearch.org Live: Search Strategies, Tools and Tips Friday, October 16, 2015 |12 PM – 1:30 PM Presented by Robert Lawrence Kehrer, Sr. Product Manager, Search Technologies This live demonstration uses real research scenarios. Join expert Robert Kehrer as he shares his research strategies and experience in using the FamilySearch.org website tools to find records and then link those sources to the Family Tree. The German Collection of the Texas General Land Office (GLO), with Case Study of Adolph Fox Friday, October 16, 2015 | 1:40 PM -2:40 PM Presented by Kevin Klaus, Information Specialist Archives & Records Learn how to research the German Collection of the GLO through the fascinating story of Adolph Fox, preacher, poet and musician. Unearth Your Ancestors Using Land and Property Records Friday, October 16, 2015 | 2:50 PM -3:50 PM Presented by Teri E. Flack, Chair TSGS Records Preservation and Access Committee (RPAC) While land records primarily prove ownership and transfer of real property, they also can provide the evidence needed to prove family relationships. Using case studies and original documents, this lecture provides an array of tools researchers can use to solve problems with land records. Hispanic Research Methodology Friday, October 16, 2015 | 4 PM -5 PM Presented by Arturo Cuéllar-Gonzalez, AG; Research Specialist for Latin America at FamilySearch’s Family History Library (Salt Lake City, UT) In this class we will go step by step through a case study that will take you from that first ancestral record found through the next steps you should take to continue your research in search of your Hispanic ancestors. EXTRA RESEARCH TIME!!!! Genealogy After Dark: Extended Main Library Research Hours Friday, October 16, 2015 | 6 PM – 11PM Join your fellow family history researchers for special extended Clayton Library main library research hours. In celebration of Family History Month, we invite you to have fun, join festivities, enjoy free book page copies, and get expert research advice for an extra 5 hours! The library will close at 5 PM and then re-open at 6 PM. Reservations required, you MUST register for “Genealogy After Dark” to attend the extended hours. Fundamentals for Beginning Genealogy Research Friday, October 16, 2015 | 6 PM-7:20 PM Presented by William D. Buckner, Manager Genealogy Center, Waco-McLennan County Library This class covers the basic concepts, skills, search strategies and resources needed to become a proficient family history researcher. Join us as we walk through the process of recording what you already know, getting organized, collecting information, and evaluating the information you find for additional clues about your ancestors. Learn to use some of the more common records of ‘genealogical value’ – vital, cemetery, obituaries, census, and immigration records. Google Tools & Procedures for Solving Family History Mysteries Friday, October 16, 2015 | 7:30 PM -8:30 PM Presented by Lisa Louise Cooke, Host/Owner of The Genealogy Gems Podcast at www.GenealogyGems.com In this session we will put Google to the test. Discover Google tools and the process for using them to solve the genealogical challenges you face. You’ll walk away with exciting new techniques you can use right away. Finding Females in Your Family Tree Friday, October 16, 2015 | 8:40 PM – 9:30 PM Presented by Mary Penner, Professional Genealogist Researching the females in your family tree present some unique challenges. Mary Penner outlines strategies, provides tips and examples for tracing those elusive female ancestors. Using Archives to Grow Genealogy Skills Friday, October 16, 2015 | 9:40 PM -10:30 PM Presented by Liz Sargent, Deputy Assistant Director of Customer Experience for the Houston Public Library (LIVE presentation at Clayton) What do archives have to offer family historians? Learn how to use archival research tools, such as finding aids, directories, and vertical files, and apply these skills to genealogy searches.
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