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June 5, 2016
Central Europe is Easy -
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Meeting Schedule
Plan to attend this last meetting of the Genealogical Forum of Elmhurst. "Central Europe" covers a large area, and this program can provide valuable new directions for finding ancestors there.
No additional meetings are scheduled as the Genealogical Forum of Elmhurst is disbanding. See additional information in the Box below.
Mark your Calendar Now!
This program on Central Europe will show how Napoleon's records for countries he ruled can help to locate families in those countries.
Included: France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Northern Italy, Germany, and surrounding areas
Over 40 links to related Websites!
MEETING LOCATION: Community Bank of Elmhurst, 330 W. Butterfield Road, Elmhurst IL 60126
(The Bank is located on the SOUTH side at Spring Road. There is a traffic light and a Shell station on the NE corner.
Enter front door and take stairs or elevator to second floor.
FRONT PARKING LOT FULL? Continue to more parking in back.)
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and support for those doing genealogy.
It also works to promote the study of genealogy, the gathering of
genealogical information, and the preservation and publishing of historical and genealogical materials.
(GFE is a Not-for-Profit 501(c)3 organization)
Other Opportunities and Events:
MEETINGS AND CONFERENCES
McHenry County (Illinois) Genealogical Society Conference - Saturday, July 9, 2016
McHenry County College, Crystal Lake: For more information/registration
Federation of Genealogical Societies (FGS) Annual Conference - August 31-September 3, 2016
Springfield, Illinois: For more information/registration
GENEALOGY EDUCATION: Classes and Other Special Help
The Newberry (Chicago's Independent Research Library)
"Genealogical & Local History Orientation" - Free and open to the public
First Saturday of each month at 9:30
Many subject guides - Link to "Research" then "Research Guides" then "Genealogy"
For further information, genealogical reference help, and to verify orientation: Call 312-255-3512
**** FAMILYSEARCH
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Select "Get Help" for a variety of educational options
****Family History Center (Naperville): Classes offered periodically
Check on FHC Website for classes (Select UPCOMING EVENTS)
Research help is offered by nationality and subject (Under Center Resources, see Staff Research Specialities):
Naperville FHC
****Arlington Heights Memorial Library: Significant support with classes, blog, and special reference help
AHML Genealogy & Local History
****Wheaton Public Library: Special genealogy reference assistance offered weekly by experienced volunteers.
To Confirm Dates and Times for Assistance: Select "Browse" then "Genealogy." Then select "Events" on left.
The Library also has many genealogy materials, especially local area. Select "Browse" then "Genealogy":
Check for periodic classes provided by DuPage Genealogical Society
Wheaton Public Library
****And Be Sure to Check with Your Own Public Library or The One Next Door
Many are now providing genealogy clubs, classes, programs, and special help
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By a Vote of the Membership,
This is being done with disappointment and sadness after 31 years. The current membership level no longer provides adequate income for programming and other expenses at todays costs.
Thank you to all who supported the organization over the many years. |
NOTE: The EPL GENEALOGY CLUB - Monthly on the Third Tuesday 7-8 p.m.
Come to share tips and learn about new research tools
Select "Adults" then "All Adult Programs"; Select "Calendar of Events" then "Search"
Enter "Genealogy" as Keyword. Will get Genealogy Club dates and also programs if available.
DuPage County Genealogical Society
Links to extensive DuPage County genealogical material; Link to "Research Resources"
For information on the research Society members provide; Names of researchers for hire for more exensive research
The Newberry (Chicago's Independent Research Library)
Illinois State Genealogical Society
Cyndi's List of Genealogy Sites on the Internet
Cyndi's Beginner's List
Lists sites on how to research family history both generally and for specific topics