Time: All times are listed as Eastern Time (ET).

   12:00 pm Open Computer Lab A in-person only

   2:00pm to 3:00 pm Program followed by Q & A, Hybrid (In-person or via Zoom)

Registration for the Hybrid Program: https://nova.libcal.com/event/12096914 

After registering you will receive a confirmation link to join the webinar.

Last-Minute Decisions: Feel free to attend in-person as a walk-in. We value your participation and strive to make our meetings and programs accessible to everyone.

Program: FamilySearch.org and Ancestry.com, genealogy's giants, are compared in this exploration. Do you really need both? Discover the unique offerings of each as we put these two major platforms to the test. 

Tamara Hallo, a seasoned genealogist with 25+ years of experience and a Master of Library Science degree, is a certified researcher from Boston University. She completed the 18-month ProGen genealogy study program and specialized courses at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy Academy, Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research, and Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh. Tamara, a former president of the Genealogical Society of Greater Miami, passionately explores her roots across various states and countries. Her genealogical journey began over 15 years ago, inspired by a family history binder. GSBC members appreciate her insightful presentations.

As a membership benefit, this genealogical event will be recorded and made available exclusively to members of GSBC. Additionally, any handout will be uploaded to our website for members to access. For one month per speakers contract.

Time: All times are listed as Eastern Time (ET)

12:00 pm Open Computer Lab A: In-person Register here to reserve a seat: https://nova.libcal.com/event/12146909

1:30 pm Meeting & Social with light refreshments Room 2053, in-person

2:00 — 3:00 Program: Hybrid, in-person or via Zoom with Q & A

Register here: https://nova.libcal.com/event/12146927. After registering you will receive a confirmation link to join the webinar 

 The Town of Davie is located in western Broward County in southeastern Florida. It was founded by hardy and determined farmers who came from around the world. Kim Weismantle highlights the early history of the town and uncovers the story of the town’s 'first' name, “Zona.” Using archival records and other genealogical resources, we can follow those first pioneers’ journey to the reclaimed land in the Everglades.

Kim Weismantle, is a Davie native and the Education Director at the Old Davie School Historical Museum. After completing her Masters degree in Public History at Florida State University, she has shared the fascinating history of her hometown of Davie through exhibits and programming at the Old Davie School Historical Museum since 2013. These programs welcome over 5000 students each year to the Old Davie School as a part of the interactive Step Back in Time field trip program. Kim published “Images of America: Davie” in 2021 which was awarded the Cooper C. Kirk Award at the 47th annual Pioneer Day sponsored by the Broward County Cultural Division. Kim also serves as a member of the Broward County Historic Preservation Board.  She is dedicated to the ongoing research of west Broward during the twentieth century, including the natural environment of the Everglades frontier, the agricultural history, and the changing and growing community of Davie.

As a membership benefit, we are pleased to inform you that this genealogical event will be recorded and made available exclusively to members of GSBC. Additionally, any handout will be uploaded to our website for members to access.

     1:30 pm General Meeting & Social with light refreshments Room 2053, in-person only

     2:00 — 3:00 Program: Hybrid, in-person or via Zoom with Q & A. Register here: https://nova.libcal.com/event/12294895. After registering you will receive a confirmation link to join the webinar 

Have you ever considered what will happen to your years of genealogy research once you’re gone? Learn how to ensure that your hard work carries on. Through a combination of planning, common sense, and new technologies, we’ll review how to create an action plan for preserving your genealogy research.  Topics include The Perils of Inaction: Lost Genealogy, Basic Planning and Data Successorship, Working with Societies, Libraries and Archives, Technology to the Rescue, and Best Practices for Genealogy Future Proofing.

Thomas MacEntee is a professional genealogist specializing in the use of technology and social media to improve genealogical research and as a means of interacting with others in the family history community. He is also a blogger, educator, author, social media connector, marketer, network builder and more! Thomas shares many of his articles and videos for free at GenealogyBargains.com!

As a membership benefit, we are pleased to inform you that this genealogical event will be recorded and made available exclusively to members of GSBC. Additionally, any handout will be uploaded to our website for members to access.

     1:30 pm General Meeting & Social with light refreshments Room 2053, in-person only

     2:00 — 3:00 Program: Hybrid, in-person or via Zoom with Q & A. Register here: https://nova.libcal.com/event/12300021. After registering you will receive a confirmation link to join the webinar 

GSBC Members Show & Tell: Family Heirlooms

Celebrate Family History Month by sharing a family heirloom during our regular monthly meeting. We invite you to share heirlooms and the stories behind them passed down in your family. Make family history come alive!  

A family heirloom can be anything that has been passed down from an earlier generation, and it doesn’t have to be what we think of as an heirloom. Some are treasures in the most literal sense, valuable antiques that could sell for many thousands of dollars. Others have strictly sentimental value, but the fact that they’re not worth much money doesn’t make them any less beloved. Family heirlooms can be many generations old, or a more recent item inherited from a parent or grandparent that will be passed along in the future. Most importantly, family heirlooms conjure memories of the special people who passed them along to us. 

Heirlooms can include jewelry, timepieces, furniture, recipes, letters, diaries, scrapbooks, Bibles and other books, military memorabilia, quilts, collections, home or land deeds or photographs, wedding gowns and other vintage clothing, cedar chests or hope chests or trunks, musical instruments, photos or wedding albums, yearbooks, kitchenware, handiwork, embroidered linens, art, or written stories. 

Please register to attend in-person or online via Zoom. https://gsbcfl.org/ To participate by bringing an item or submitting a photo of the item to display and discuss, please complete & submit the online GSBC Heirloom Participation Form by September 15, 2024.  (Note: No appraisals, no buying or selling, just a fun time.)

This program offers a wonderful opportunity to pay tribute to our family's legacy and establish fresh connections with fellow history enthusiasts. I'm hopeful that this event will kindle our imaginations, unveil the unique stories within our family histories and offer our members and guests some valuable tips and insights during the Q & A

As a membership benefit, we are pleased to inform you that this genealogical event will be recorded and made available exclusively to members of GSBC. Additionally, any handout will be uploaded to our website for members to access.