Once you have found your ancestor's draft card, where should you look next?  This presentation about the history of the Great War will discuss both military personnel and civilian resources. Danni Altman-Newell from the Kansas City area is an expert in this field and will be presenting the program.

 

Program is free, and open to the Public.  No registration required.

You have tested your autosomal DNA with FamilyTree DNA, MyHeritage or LivingDNA. You've looked at your results, maybe contacted new cousins, and you still have more questions than answers. This class will help you learn more about analyzing your results, and what you may not have considered.

 

This class will look at how to interpret and analyze results on each company site, review unique information and  advantages available with some of the testing companies, and more. There will be an question and answer session during the lunch break (box lunches will be provided).  

 

Register online by clicking here, or download the attached brochure to register by mail.  (Note: if you register online, be sure to also select a lunch option - they are listed as separate items) 

 

Registration fee:  $50 for TGS members, $55 for non-members  (box lunch included)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Learn how to utilize DNA testing as part of your genealogy research toolkit. Come to learn, get your questions answered, and share your DNA testing experiences with others. Come if you have had your DNA tested, and are not sure what to do with the results. This group includes the former Beginner and Intermediate DNA SIGs.

 

Open to the members of the public, if they have completed DNA testing.

 

Led by Marty Flanagan

 

All Board meetings are open to TGS members.

 

 

Probate records can be a goldmine of family information and insights.  Most genealogists understand that a Will naming heirs can help to establish family relationships, but there are many more clues buried in probate records.  This class with cover how probate records can be useful in genealogy research, types of records commonly found in probate proceedings, basic terminology, where to look for probate records (both online and off-line) and more.  Class will include hands-on practice researching a probate case using records available at the TGS Library.

 

Suggested skill level: Some basic genealogy research experience is suggested. 

 

Class will be led by Barb LaClair.

 

 

 

In this program, members of the Topeka Genealogical Society will share breakthroughs that they have experienced in their family history resarch, and provide tips to help you break through your Brick Walls.

 

Program is free, and open to the Public.  No registration required.

Learn about lineage societies, their membership eligibility criteria, and how to apply.

 

This workshop will include representatives of local chapters of various lineage societies, available to answer your questions.  So far, the following groups have agreed to participate:  Mayflower Society, Daughters of the American Revolution, Daughters of American Colonists, War of 1812 , and Sons of the American Revolution.  Additional groups are being invited.

 

There is no fee for this workshop, but pre-registration is requested.  Click here to register online.

 

All Board meetings are open to TGS members.

October is National Family History Month , and we are celebrating with an Open House!  

 

Stop by any time between 1 and 4pm to look around in the Library, talk with TGS members and experienced genealogists, and learn more about what we have to offer.  

 

Bring your friends!  The more, the merrier!

 

Learn how to utilize DNA testing as part of your genealogy research toolkit. Come to learn, get your questions answered, and share your DNA testing experiences with others. Come if you have had your DNA tested, and are not sure what to do with the results. This group includes the former Beginner and Intermediate DNA SIGs.

 

Open to the members of the public, if they have completed DNA testing.

 

Led by Marty Flanagan

In this program, Nick Xidis will present his research on the downtown Topeka building currently occupied by Hazel Hill Chocolates, and its possible resident ghost.

 

Program is free, and open to the Public.  No registration required.

 

Learn how to utilize DNA testing as part of your genealogy research toolkit. Come to learn, get your questions answered, and share your DNA testing experiences with others. Come if you have had your DNA tested, and are not sure what to do with the results. This group includes the former Beginner and Intermediate DNA SIGs.

 

Open to the members of the public, if they have completed DNA testing.

 

Led by Marty Flanagan

 

All Board meetings are open to TGS members.

 

Learn how to utilize DNA testing as part of your genealogy research toolkit. Come to learn, get your questions answered, and share your DNA testing experiences with others. Come if you have had your DNA tested, and are not sure what to do with the results. This group includes the former Beginner and Intermediate DNA SIGs.

 

Open to the members of the public, if they have completed DNA testing.

 

Led by Marty Flanagan

 

All Board meetings are open to TGS members.