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• Morning Writers Group

  • Start
    21 Sep 2020
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    (CDT)
  • End
    11 Jan 2021
  •  
    (CST)
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Presbyterian Home, Evanston

  The monthly meeting of the Morning Writers Group, at 10am

  meet at the Presbyterian Home, Westminster Place, 3200 Grant St, Evanston 

  Writers Groups are a valuable benefit for members but guests are welcome to "test drive" and sit in on a session.  Open to all members and prospective members of NSGS.
  

  Meetings are normally held at 10am on the 3rd Monday of each month and refreshments are served.
  

  Contact Tina Johnston at 847-201-2001 for notification or questions.

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• DNA Discovery Group

  • Start
    25 Sep 2020
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    (CDT)
  • End
    28 Nov 2020
  •  
    (CST)
  • Schedule
    3 sessions
  • Location
    Virtual

  Monthly meeting for the DNA Explores Group is going virtual 

  The DNA Explores Group is a valuable benefit for members. We are going virtual until further notice. If you are a member and have never attended your are more than welcome to join us. To do so, please contact webmaster@nsgsil.org.

  
  

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• CANCELED Genealogy Drop-In; (until further notice)

  • Start
    07 Oct 2020
  •  
    (CDT)
  • End
    06 Jan 2021
  •  
    (CST)
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Northbrook Library - 2nd floor

  Monthly Genealogy Drop-In at the Northbrook Library - 2nd floor

  CANCELLED (until further notice)
  

  From 3pm-5pm on the first Wednesday of every month NSGS members staff the "Genealogy Drop-in" table at the Northbrook Public Library. The public is invited to stop by and get help researching their family history. Sessions are limited to 15 minutes when others are waiting.

  Contact the Northbrook Public Library for additional information.

  NSGS members interested in volunteering should contact Linda at president@nsgsil.org.

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• The Coded Census – Deciphering US Census Codes

  • When
    10 Oct 2020
  •  
    1:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    online Webinar

  The Coded Census – Deciphering US Census Codes

  Presented by: Thomas MacEntee

  Summary: As the US Census progressed, starting in the 20th century, the Census Bureau employed the use of various codes to categorize census data. Various types of codes covered education, employment, marriage, nativity and more. Understanding census codes can help you uncover more information about your ancestor and possibly assist in breaking down brick walls. Learn how to locate census code-related tools online and how to use them for a specific US census.

  Description: Participants will learn this history of “coding the census” and how this information can improve genealogy research. Specifically we’ll cover the 1910 to 1950 US Census Population Schedules and the various codes employed. In addition, we’ll review the various census enumerator instructions to determine other notations and marks on the population schedules. Finally, we’ll cover how to take census code information and integrate it into your genealogy research results.

  Outline

  • The History of the Coded Census
  • Online Tools to Decipher Census Codes
  • Enumerator Instructions and Census Codes
  • Tips and Tricks for Understanding US Census Codes
  • Resource List

  
  

  
  

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• Afternoon Writers Group

  • Start
    12 Oct 2020
  •  
    (CDT)
  • End
    13 Sep 2021
  •  
    (CDT)
  • Schedule
    11 sessions
  • Location
    Google MEET

  The monthly meeting of the Afternoon Writers Group, at 1pm

  Writers Groups are a valuable benefit for members but guests are welcome to "test drive" and sit in on a session.  Open to all members and prospective members of NSGS.
  

  Meetings are normally held at 1pm on the 2nd Monday of each month.
  

  Meetings will be online until further notice.

  Contact Terry Jackson by e-mail or phone 224-432-3182 for notifications, the online Meeting Link or for questions.

  
  

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• Evening Writers Group

  • Start
    12 Oct 2020
  •  
    (CDT)
  • End
    13 Sep 2021
  •  
    (CDT)
  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    Virtual meeting

  Monthly meeting for the Evening Writers Group

  Writers Groups are a valuable benefit for members but guests are welcome to "test drive" and sit in on a session.

  Meetings are held at 7pm on the Monday after the monthly general meeting.
  

  Contact Bill Nemmer at treasurer@nsgsil.org with questions.

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• NSGS Board Meeting

  • Start
    10 Nov 2020
  •  
    (CST)
  • End
    07 Sep 2021
  •  
    (CDT)
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    Virtual meeting

  All meetings will he held virtually until further notice. All members are welcome. 

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• Annual Luncheon

  • When
    14 Nov 2020
  •  
    (CST)
  • Location
    TBD

  Location:  TBD 

  “Votes for Women: The 72-Year Struggle for Women’s Suffrage”
  

  Presented by:  Leslie Goddard

  
  

  Leslie Goddard has been presenting history lectures and performing first-person programs in the Chicago area for more than 15 years. She holds a Ph.D. from Northwestern University specializing in American studies and U.S. history. Leslie is a full-time presenter, a former museum director, and the author of two books on Chicago history. Her nationally-recognized presentations include: Illinois Humanities Council sites, Chicago’s Navy Pier, WBEZ-Chicago Amplified, Questers International, the Victorian Society in America, and scores of universities, retirement centers, libraries, historical societies, businesses, conferences, and fund-raisers.
  

  
  

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• Follow the Money: Go-To Records for Tracing Ancestors on the Move

  • When
    09 Jan 2021
  •  
    1:00 PM (CST)
  • Location
    online Webinar

  Follow the Money: Go-To Records for Tracing Ancestors on the Move
  

  Speaker: Melanie McComb, AmericanAncestors
  

  
  

  Our ancestors moved near and far seeking economic opportunities, religious freedoms, and closeness to family. These mobile ancestors can be notoriously difficult to research. When this occurs, we follow the paper trail that our ancestors left behind in the form of deeds, probate records, taz rolls, pension files, and more! Join American Ancestors and NEHGS Melanie McComb to learn how to use these records to track your ancestors across America and overseas.

  
  

  
  

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• Maps and Land Records in Family History Research

  • When
    13 Feb 2021
  •  
    1:00 PM (CST)
  • Location
    Genview Library at 1930 Glenview Road, Gleview

  Maps and Land Records in Family History Research
  

  Speaker: Becky Lowery
  

  In genealogy, maps are most often used as clues to where public or other records about an ancestor are likely to be found. New and old maps often reveal changing place names, and they may also show changes in the boundaries of nations and their subdivisions. Learn how to use maps and land records in your genealogy research.

  
  

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• Explore U.S. Church Records: Find Family

  • When
    13 Mar 2021
  •  
    1:00 PM (CST)
  • Location
    Wilmette Library, 1242 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette

  Explore U.S. Church Records: Find Family

  Speaker: Jacqui Schattner 

  Church records provide surprising information, not just baptisms, marriages and deaths. They provide clues to much more, including town of origin and immigration information, how active families were in their church, and their financial situation. Church records predate government records, and often provide information on under-represented people: women, minorities, immigrants, and young children. You will learn how to identify your ancestor’s place of worship, access surviving records and solve research problems such as maiden names and overseas birthplaces. Come find out what new and exciting information you may find in church records!

  
  

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• Cemetery Symbolism

  • When
    10 Apr 2021
  •  
    1:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    Genview Library at 1930 Glenview Road, Gleview

  Cemetery Symbolism
  

  Speaker: Laurel Mellien
  

  Explore the rich symbolism displayed in cemeteries of the Victorian Era. Headstone art during this time period was carefully chosen by family members to properly represent the deceased. Many clues about the lives of the dearly departed can be discovered by learning the language of cemetery art symbolism.

  
  

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