Family History ACT

Morning Tea Chats … at Pauline’s Parlour: Having a problem with your research, or not sure where to start? Come along to our round table chats, over a cup of tea, to discuss your problem. You may also just like to come along and join in the discussions on various topics. We meet on the last Tuesday of each month. No bookings required. Contact Pauline paulineramage@netspace.net.au

DNA Drop In Clinic No bookings required. Have you had a DNA Test and don't know what it means or how to use the results in family research?? Join in this round table group to discuss your specific questions/problems on DNA. Contact: dna.sig@familyhistoryact.org.au

Chris Lindsey from the Heraldry Special Interest Group will talk about HAGSOC's recent submission on arms for the ACT, a summary of all submissions and the latest position from ACT Government. 

South of England Special Interest Group (convenor Dick Stevens) meets on the second Wednesday of every odd month (except January) in the Education Room. The South-of-England Special Interest Group is open to all members who have either an ancestor or an interest in the following English counties: Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucester, Hampshire (incl. Isle of Wight), Oxfordshire, Scilly & Channel Islands, Somerset, Sussex, Wiltshire, Surrey and Kent (the latter two counties comprise only those parts not known as Greater London-covered by the London SIG).

Family Tree Maker (FTM) Users Group (convenor Barbara Broad) meets on the second Thursday of each month (except January) in the Education Room. Contact Barbara jbjbroad@bigpond.com or come along to any meeting.

Irish Special Interest Group (convenor Barbara Moore). Topic is “Resources in Ireland – What’s not available at home” There are six meetings per year, held on the first Saturday of February, then the second Saturday of March, May, July, September and November. Contact Barbara at bmoore123@iinet.net.au

DNA Special Interest Group (convenors Elizabeth Hannan and Marilyn Woodward) meets on the second Saturday of every odd month (except January) in the Education Room.  All welcome!  This group will meet after the Irish SIG following a lunch break, so bring lunch if also attending the Irish SIG. For room setup purposes send an email to dna.sig@familyhistoryact.org.au

New Members Course - Education Session: Where do I Start - beginning your family history with Brian Buckley and The HAGSOC Library with Barb Toohey.  Venue is the HAGSOC Education Room for this members-only education event. There is no cost and afternoon tea is provided. Check the Courses page for details and registration.

Legacy Users Group (convenor Julie Hesse) meets on the third Thursday of each month in the Education room. Contact Julie (bnjhesse@grapevine.com.au)

Writers Special Interest Group (convenor Clare McGuiness) meets on the third Saturday of every month except January and December in the Education Room.  All members welcome.  

Practical Procedures in the Library – Education Session. Making best use of the HAGSOC Library with Jeanette Hahn. These sessions are not just for those new to the Library but for anyone wishing to improve their knowledge and make the most of our own really fabulous resource. Bookings are required. Four places available per session as we will be using the computers in each room. Register at HAGSOC Library- 6251 7004 in the designated folder.

Morning Tea Chats … at Pauline’s Parlour: Having a problem with your research, or not sure where to start? Come along to our round table chats, over a cup of tea, to discuss your problem. You may also just like to come along and join in the discussions on various topics. We meet on the last Tuesday of each month. No bookings required. Contact Pauline paulineramage@netspace.net.au

DNA Drop In Clinic No bookings required. Have you had a DNA Test and don't know what it means or how to use the results in family research?? Join in this round table group to discuss your specific questions/problems on DNA. Contact: dna.sig@familyhistoryact.org.au

Jenny Horsfield is a well known author on the Canberra region.  She will discuss her research and findings on the Soldier Settlers of Tuggeranong, the subjec tof severla exhibitions and a book.  

The Master Genealogist (TMG) User Group (convenor Allyson Luders) meets on the first Wednesday of each even month. Contact Allyson at allysonluders@gmail.com

Scottish Special Interest Group (convenor Robert Forrester) meets on the first Thursday of every even month in the Education Room. All members welcome, especially those with Scottish ancestry.

https://familyhistoryact.org.au/index.php/groups#reunion

David Wright is a UK Genealogist with a special interest in Kent geneology and medieval history (and stamps).  He will give a full day program including talks on Genealogical History and Geography, Workhouses in the UK, Parish records in the UK as well as an open session on solving your problems. The course will be held in the Griffith Neighbourhood Centre in Griffith.  David is well regarded and his website at www.drdavidwright.co.uk/genealogy.html shows the strength and breadth of his practice. Please check our website for coure details in the coming weeks.