Workshops & Training

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AI and GENEALOGY

LIMITED TIME SPECIAL!

HALF OFF IF BOOKED BY FEBRUARY 28, 2026 and WORKSHOP PRESENTED BY MAY 31, 2026

This 2 hour Workshop will explore the different AI platforms as they pertain to genealogy needs; how to prompt an AI platform to get the best results possible; validity of the AI results; and issues surrounding copyright issues and AI. 

Workshops

I have Workshops developed, and can develop others to fit your patrons and/or members needs. I offer multiple booking discounts on top of my affordable price of $150 for one Workshop. Contact me to find out more about the booking discounts.

·         Genealogy 101: An Introduction to Genealogical Research - great for beginners to learn the steps needed to start their journey
·         Genealogy 102: Next Steps - great for beginners to learn to build , and for intermediates to refresh, their family tree while documenting their findings   
·         Keeping It Affordable: Ways to keep the costs of genealogy manageable - finding and using free or low cost resources
 ·         Where Can I Find That?: Where to look for those records you want -online and offline resources
 ·         Too Good To Be True: Avoiding pitfalls in records and online trees -how to scrutinize information you find

NEW FOR 2026!

  • Irish Genealogy: (available any time not just March) Learn about the different Irish based resources - from Griffiths Primary Valuation to Church Records to Tithe Applotment Books

  • Using Newspapers in Your Genealogy Search for Records: Newspapers give us stories and insight into our ancestors’ lives - learn where you can find those newspapers and the types of history you may uncover

  • Immigration, Passenger Lists and Naturalization: Each one brings different information - learn how to find and use these records to add to your family story

  • Breaking Down Your Brick Walls: We all have them, but how do we solve them? - learn how to reassess your research, formulate a plan, find the resources and hopefully take down the wall

  • Getting Around the Missing 1890 Federal Census: Fire destroyed the 1890 Federal Census (for the most part) - learn methods to recreate the missing census data using Directories, State Censuses, Vital Records, and more

  • Using Census Records to Build Your Family History: Each census gives us new clues - find out what census years give what information and how to use that to find more records

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Training

Genealogy continues to grow in popularity and you may be contemplating setting up a program of Genealogical Consulting with your Librarians so that they can help patrons right in your Library. I can come in and train your Librarians on how to use the most popular websites, as well as some other lesser known, but equally important, websites. This service also comes with one year of support, which can include, but not limited to, additional trainings, advising, and/or research suggestions. Contact me to find out how reasonably priced this service is to your Library.

Library Patron Consultations

If your Library is not ready to set up your own Consultations for your Patrons, I can fill in that role for your Library. I can come to you with preset appointments to work with your Patrons, helping them break down a brick wall, find new resources, or just get started on their genealogy journey! Each hour of consulting is only $25 per hour, making it a very affordable option for Libraries.