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Past Programs And Events For the Year 2024
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January 10, 2024
1:00 PM Hybrid In-person & Zoom |
Glenn York presents: "Finding a Birth Mother, A DNA Case Study" Description: This is a case study of a woman who was adopted at birth in the early 1950's. She appeared to be related to my 2nd great grandparents. I will discuss the steps used to analyze her DNA matches, and then how those matches and family tree information were used to identify her birth mother, and her birth father's family. BIO: Glenn York is an avid genealogist with decades of research experience at numerous facilities across the United States. Over the years Glenn has gained extensive experience in genetic genealogy, and works with tests at all major DNA testing companies. He was first tested in 2005, and he currently manages DNA tests for over 35 family members. Glenn is past President of the Larimer County Genealogy Society, and a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, National Genealogical Society, Genealogical Speakers Guild, and many other genealogical and historical societies. Glenn also facilitates monthly DNA study groups for two area genealogical societies, teaches genealogy classes, and volunteers at a local library to help people with genealogy research. He is also co-administrator of several DNA projects at Family Tree DNA. Glen has completed over 12 courses at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG) and the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh (GRIP), and has assisted many in discovering their biological families using genetic genealogy techniques. |
February 14, 2024
1:00 PM Hybrid In-person & Zoom (Speaker will present in-person) |
Sylvia Tracy-Doolos presents: "Territorial Records in the U.S., You Might be Surprised" Description: As our nation grew, territories began keeping records to achieve statehood. Let's look at some of the records that are available. BIO: Sylvia Tracy-Doolos has been interested in genealogy for forty years and working as a professional genealogist for over ten as the owner of New Leaf Genealogy. She is President of the International Society of British Genealogy and Family History, the Colorado Chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists, and Wales, Ireland, Scotland, England Family History Society. Sylvia is actively involved as a genealogical volunteer with both the Denver Public Library and the Carbon Valley Library and is an active member of several other genealogy societies. Sylvia is a proud graduate of ProGen 48 and has a B.A. in History with a minor in English focusing on linguistics, so she could study how language changes affected record keeping. |
March 13, 2024
1:00 PM Hybrid In-person & Zoom (Speaker will present in-person) |
Mark Fearer presents: "Collateral Research and Fan Clubs, Adding Critical Tools to Your Research Toolboxes" Description: After exhausting your direct descendant research, it's time to move sideways. Learn the value and methodology of sideways research, along with how delving into non-relatives can break through brick walls. BIO: Mark Fearer has been doing family history since the 1980's, and has been a professional genealogist since 2007. He has taught a number of genealogy courses, written genealogy columns, and has lectured at numerous venues, including at national genealogy conferences. |
April 10, 2024
1:00 PM Hybrid In-person & Zoom (Speaker will present in-person) |
Bob "Bobski" Masson presents: "Expanding
Your Genealogy Research with DNA"
Description: You have a lot of
relatives out there who can help you with your family genealogy
— you just don't know who they are! A DNA test will help you
find those relatives, and tell you much about where you came
from. Let's explore what DNA is, how it "works", and what you
can learn from your DNA. This presentation is geared towards
individuals who may be considering a DNA test or have taken one
and want to know more about how it can help their genealogy
research.
BIO: Bob Masson, aka Bobski, is a retired high-tech marketing professional with a passion for computers since high school. Specializing in marketing supercomputers, he focused on industries like oil and gas, computer-aided engineering, and life sciences. In the life sciences sector, Bobski contributed to marketing programs in genomics, drug discovery, molecular modeling, and personalized medicine. He managed accounts related to the Human Genome Project and witnessed the first draft of the human genome sequence in 2001. Bobski, a DNA enthusiast, has taken various DNA tests, revealing his Scottish and Germanic heritage. Residing in Frederick, Colorado, he balances his time between managing a consulting company, genealogy, outdoor activities, and family life with his wife Connie and four daughters. |
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