OGS members share their discoveries by using methodologies or resources discussed in the year’s programs or conference.

Bring goodies to share for our annual Christmas party.

Attendance Options: In person at The Library Center or by Zoom.  Members will receive a Zoom link by email or find the link at ozarksgs.org > programs. Members must login for access.

 

Patti Hobbs, CG^®, CGG^SM, will give an overview of the FamilySearch site explaining its different components including lesser-known areas and its fabulous collection of indexed records. 

Learn about the new Emerson History & Genealogy Center at the St. Louis County Library. The new center offers access to helpful staff services, genealogy databases, and a new memory lab. It also houses over 100,000 print items, including many unique resources. Presented by Brent Trout, Emerson History & Genealogy Center manager.

Attendance Options: In person at The Library Center or by or by Zoom.  Members will receive a Zoom link by email or find the link at ozarksgs.org > programs. Members must login for access.

Many genealogical and historical societies produce periodicals. The Periodical Source Index (PERSI), produced by the Allen County Public Library's Genealogy Center, is the world's largest subject index for these publications. Learn about periodicals and how to use the index to uncover articles about your ancestors. Presented by Robin McDonough of the Emerson History & Genealogy Center.

 

 

The Missouri Historical Society Library & Research Center in St. Louis holds a wealth of resources that tell the stories of our St. Louis and Missouri ancestors. City directories, military records, company newsletters, school yearbooks, historic photographs, and newspapers are just some of the sources explored in this entertaining and informative look at the genealogical treasures that could shed some light on your family history. Presented by Dennis Northcott, Associate Archivist.

 

The origins of OGS member Barbara White’s grandmother were steeped with mystery. She was alleged to be an orphan train rider to Kansas. Directed by DNA evidence pointing to her Italian parentage, documentary evidence revealed the truth. 

Attendance Options: In person at Schweitzer Brentwood Branch or by Zoom.  Members will receive a Zoom link by email or find the link at ozarksgs.org > programs. Members must login for access.

Taught by Patti Hobbs, Certified Genealogist^® and Certified Genetic Genealogist^SM, this program will showcase the largest DNA testing company for genealogists. Learn to evaluate your matches and their relationships. Labeling techniques will help you manage the DNA and genealogical information. The program will also focus on how to utilize Ancestry’s tools to confirm your existing ancestors and to discover new ancestors.
 

Ellis Island springs to mind when considering the immigrant experience. But it is likely that your ancestor did not arrive through Ellis Island. Professional genealogist Diana Crisman Smith will discuss other ports of entry, the immigration process, and changes in the laws over time.

Attendance Options: In person at Schweitzer Brentwood Branch or by Zoom.  Members will receive a Zoom link by email or find the link at ozarksgs.org > programs. Members must login for access.

The website DNA Painter developed by Jonny Perl has developed into a veritable toolbox for genetic genealogists. Primarily it provides a way to visualize DNA matching on chromosomes, but it has evolved to provide other helpful tools. The program led by Patti Hobbs will demonstrate how to make the most of DNA Painter. 

Attendance Options: In person at The Library Center or by Zoom.  Members will receive a Zoom link by email or find the link at ozarksgs.org > programs. Members must login for access.