Central New York Genealogical Society
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January 2025 Virtual Program

Zoom Event: Saturday, January 25th at 11:00 AM

CNYGS presents our first program for the new year.  

Join us for two compelling presentations by Kate Penney Howard

 

Presentation 1:

 

Using Artificial Intelligence to Amplify Your Genealogical Work

 

Improve your research, extract more data, translate, and creatively leverage tools and resources available to tech-embracing genealogists.

 

Presentation 2:

 

Genetic Genealogy, Empathy, and the NPE Community

 

"NPE" is what happens when a person takes a consumer DNA test and discovers that their biological parent or parent is "Not the Parent Expected." It's often a shock for individuals, and the discovery can trigger conflict and rejection both in the family they were raised with, and in their biological family as well. We will explore the history and culture surrounding how we identify family, and how consumer DNA testing has re-framed these concepts. Participants will gain insights into the challenges faced by those experiencing NPE, developing empathy and practical skills for supporting individuals through this often-turbulent journey.

Kate Penney Howard is a genetic genealogist, specializing in brick wall work, HighRoH, and endogamy. During a bout with cancer, she discovered that she loves sharing her knowledge with other genealogists. She is intentional about addressing injustice and myths in her presentations.  

Kate studied vocal music and earned a Master of Divinity from Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis in 2011, and has been pastor of North Christian Church since her ordination in 2012.

 

Kate has presented at:  

  • RootsTech

  • East Coast Genetic Genealogy Conference

  • International Congress on Medieval Studies

  • NAAP/RTK’s Untangling Our Roots

  • The General Assembly of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

 

In 2025 Kate’s speaking engagements include:

  • RootsTech

  • Ohio Genealogical Society 2025

  • Ontario Ancestors Webinar Series

  • Local library and genealogical society gatherings.

Please join us on January 25th registration is required.

Zoom Link Will Be Sent to Registered Participants

 

Register Now!  Contact:programs@cnygs.org

 

Do you have an Arizona Pioneer?

 

Missing an Ancestor? Look West

 

Many times, while researching our ancestors, they just "disappear" from where they "should be" located. Is this true with your ancestor? Perhaps the young man or woman in your lineage decided to heed Horace Greeley's quote, "Go West, young man, go West and grow up with the country."1 Opportunities abounded with cheap land, the lure of gold / silver / precious gems, religious freedom, or just the opportunity to start a new life. Perhaps your ancestor came to Arizona for one of these reasons?

 

The Arizona Genealogical Advisory Board (AzGAB) is honoring those people and their descendants who lived in the geographical area of what is now Arizona prior to statehood on 14 February 1912 with an Arizona Pioneer Descendant certificate. Certificates will be awarded to a descendant who submits evidence acceptable to AzGAB (vital records, territory or federal census, church records, brand books [livestock markings], city directory listings, etc.). Records showing relationship from the pioneer to the applicant is required for the certificate. (https://azgab.org/cpage.php?pt=14).

 

For those ancestors / relatives who lived in Arizona from statehood until 01 April 1950, a Second Wave Certificate is available. (https://azgab.org/cpage.php?pt=51). The same chain of descendancy is required.

 

Not sure if your ancestor "was" in Arizona on their way to California, Nevada or other points West? Please use the Arizona Pioneers Database on the AzGAB website, https://azgab.org/cstm_pioneer.php, to see if their names appear. Female names as well as male names are mentioned.

 

This is a meaningful way to honor your ancestors and have a preserved record of it. The approved application forms, photos and accompanying documentation are housed in the Arizona State Archives. A modest fee for the certificate is expected at the time of submission. If two certificates are requested for the same ancestor from different descendants, there is a reduced fee for the second certificate. Questions? Contact the Arizona Pioneer Descendant

Administrator, Peggy Morphew at certificates@azgab.org.

 


ATTENTION:

All publications, with the exception of 5 decades on flash drive, are now only available DIGITALLY.
 
Please make sure you have included a valid email address on your order.
 
A volunteer will send an email with links to the CNYGS DropBox account.
 
Click on the link and download the publication to your hard drive.
 

Links to Even More Free Webinars

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Wisconsin State Genealogical Society

Links to More Free Webinars

Southern California Genealogical Society 2021 jamboree free webinar extension series
 
Appleton, Wisconsin Library Presents a FREE "Find Your Ancestors" Webinar Series
https://www.geneamusings.com/2020/11/appleton-wisconsin-library-presents.html
 
Legacy Family Tree Webinars -Monthly live webinars in 2021 - especially for Canadian genealogist!
https://familytreewebinars.com/ocanada
 
Legacy Family Tree Webinars - Monthly Webinar Wednesdays, Live at noon AEDT!!!
The Down Under Series -- Australia and New Zealand
https://familytreewebinars.com/downunder
 
The United Kingdom National Archives Online Events Calendar
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Links to free genealogy webinars

A link to the Castle Rock Colorado Genealogical Soceity Programs and Events
https://crcgs.org/eventListings.php?nm=34
 
A link to the January 2021 list of library classes presented by Family Search
https://www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/img_auth.php/7/77/FHL_Class_Calendar_01_2021.pdf
 
A link to a free webinar from Legacy Family Tree on researching Scandinavian ancestors
https://familytreewebinars.com/download.php?webinar_id=1479
 
A link to hundreds of classes offered by the Family Search Learning Center
https://www.familysearch.org/wiki/en/Classes_in_the_Learning_Center