The 2017-18 Kick-Off Event - Nationally-Recognized Speaker Rev. David McDonald - September 16th

It's never too early to think "fall." We are going to begin the new genealogical season with an event at the Kolping Center. Note: This location is different from the previously-announced location. Reservations Required.

It is our pleasure to introduce you to Rev. David McDonald. He recently held a week-long institute at GRIP (Geneaological Research Institute of Pittsburgh) on the Northwest Territories. As an ordained minister, Rev. McDonald has also developed expertise in the use of religious records for genealogical use.

Schedule: 

9:45 – 10:00 Check-in

10:00 – 11:00 Session 1

11:00 – 11:15 Break

11:15 – 12:15 Session 2

12:15 – 1:00 Time for snacks, drinks and socialization.
1:00 – 2:15 Session 3 – including time for questions.

                                                   

The following topics will be discussed:

Session 1: Primer on Religious Records and Jewish Resources Session 

Conversation and consideration of various types of religious records and their utility to genealogists as tools to advance your research. Special focus on realities and records for Jewish research.

Session 2: Catholic and Protestant Churches and Their Records 

• Catholic records with emphasis on German Catholic churches.
• German Protestant churches with emphasis on records likely to be accessible to advance your research.

Session 3: Migration To and Through the Old Northwest Territory.

America's westward expansion began with the Northwest Territory, which included what would become the state of Ohio. We will consider the native peoples and early explorers, migratory paths to and through the region, and the land platting systems in-play when researching the area. 

You will be able to purchase soft-dough pretzels, condiments and struedel, as well as beer, wine, liquor, soft drinks and coffee during the breaks and lunch.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

The last time we met at this venue, we almost exceeded the capacity. To avoid this issue, reservations are required. There is no cost for the event. You can reserve by completing and submitting  the online form linked below.

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Submitted by Kathy Reed

Program Director
programs@hcgsohio.org

German Genealogy Day at the Kolping Center

Jeff Herbert, Bob Rau and Kenny Burck

Yesterday at the Kolping Center, 86 people showed up to our German Genealogy Day. The day included speakers Jeff Herbert, Bob Rau, and Kenny Burck. In addition to three special talks, attendees were able to enjoy beer, apple strudel, and large German pretzels. It was a great day with a surprise turnout, given that it was a nice spring day.

Thanks are due to the Kolping Society, who graciously co-sponsored the event, and allowed us the use of their facility. The event attracted people from Indiana, Kentucky and even one from New Mexico who was home on a visit. I think everyone who attended had a great time and learned a lot.
What expertise we have in Hamilton County!

You may look at other pictures of the event by clicking on this link.

Submitted by Kathy Reed

German Genealogy Day - May 9th

The Hamilton County Genealogical Society, in conjunction with the Kolping Society, is excited to present a “German Genealogy Day” on Saturday, May 9^th, from 10:00 – 2:00. The day will feature three speakers, recognized for their expertise in German culture and genealogy.

Schedule

10:00 - Jeff Herbert – Researching Your German Ancestors Using German Newspapers

11:10 - Bob Rau – Eva Barbara, Where Are You? Finding Your German Ancestor’s Birthplace

12:20 - Kenny Burck – Tracing Your German Genealogy

Question and answer period to follow.

Refreshments

Beer, soft drinks, German pretzels and strudel will be available for purchase throughout the day.

Directions

This event will be held at the Kolping Center, located at 10235 Mill Road, Cincinnati, OH  45231. You can get a map and directions at this link: http://www.kolpingcenter.com/kcdirections.php
There is free parking and the building is handicap-accessible.

Cost

There is no cost for this program with the exception of optional food and drink purchases.

Speaker Bios

Kenny Burck - President of HCGS, has been a German researcher for 46 years. He is a frequent speaker and has contributed to the publication of more than 20 books. He also teaches a course annually on reading German script in genealogical documents. 

Jeff-Herbert - Jeff has been a local researcher for 20+ years and specializes in German research.   He the past-president of the HCGS and currently serves as Treasurer.   His lecture will focus on strategies for researching and translating local German records to find the birthplace of your German ancestors.

Robert Rau - Bob Rau has been interested in genealogy for over thirty five years, and has been researching his and his wife’s ancestral lines, all of which go back into Germany and Alsace-Lorraine.  He has been a non-member librarian, specializing in German research, at the LDS Family History Center in Cincinnati for over twenty five years. 

We hope to see you there.

Submitted by Kathy Reed