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• Pandemic 1918! Fighting Influenza during the Great War

  • When
    16 Feb 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    NIU Hoffman Estates, 5555 Trillium Blvd.

  Pandemic 1918! Fighting Influenza During the Great War

  by Tina Beaird

  More than 30 percent of Americans were estimated to have contracted the Spanish Influenza in 1918 and millions of people lost their lives. Explore the timeline of the outbreak and hear tales of how the U.S. Army, Navy and civilian population centers tried desperately to combat the disease. Discover resources for tracing your influenza victims through newspapers, government records, medical journals, hospital registers and more.

  Tina Beaird, owner of Tamarack Genealogy, lectures on military research, genealogical methodology and archival preservation at national, state and local conferences. She is a governing board member of the Oswego Heritage Association, Northern Illinois Historical League and Illinois State Historical Records Advisory board. Tina volunteers her time with several local historical and genealogical societies scanning and indexing historic records.

  **NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE: NIU Hoffman Estates, 5555 Trillium Blvd.**

  >>HANDOUT<<

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• CAGGNI Board Meeting

  • When
    16 Feb 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    NIU Hoffman Estates, 5555 Trillium Blvd.

  Board Meeting

  All members of the Board of Directors are requested to be present for this meeting. 
  

  This is an open meeting and regular members of CAGGNI are welcome to attend.

  ***NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE: NIU Hoffman Estates, 5555 Trillium Blvd.

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• CAGGNI Newsletter Deadline

  • When
    23 Feb 2019
  • Location
    email to newsletter @ caggni.org

  We would love to have you write an article for our newsletter!

  Members are invited and encouraged to submit material to newsletter @ caggni.org. You can write up whatever you think would be of interest to the group in 500-1,000 words (roughly) for the average-sized composition. Or send us smaller items, websites or tips. 

  We would especially welcome:

  • Preparation for library or archive research trips.
    
  • Research methodology and techniques.
    
  • How to request documents from the National Archives or other repositories.
    
  • Updates on commercial genealogical data sites.
    
  • Tips from the SIGs: RootsMagic + The Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker, Reunion, DNA, Internet, Colonial and Storytellers.
    
  • What's ahead in computer technology?
    
  • Genealogy apps and practices for the iPhone, Android, etc.
    
  • Suggestions of blog sites or other genealogy sites of interest.
    
  • Submit a favorite ancestral or cemetery photograph.

   Send all submissions to newsletter @ caggni.org.

  (Note: CAGGNI does not claim copyright for photographs submitted by members; copyright belongs to the photographer.)
  

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• Road Trip Committee Meeting

  • When
    02 Mar 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Bartlett Public Library, 800 S. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett, IL

  Road Trip Committee Meeting

  This is a meeting to organize CAGGNI’s 2019 road trip.

  All members interested in serving on the committee are encouraged to attend.

  Facilitator:  Marti Gustafson

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• Storytellers' Special Interest Group

  • When
    09 Mar 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main St., Lake Zurich, IL

  Storytellers' Special Interest Group

  CAGGNI's Storytellers' Special Interest Group is for those interested in the DOING of family history writing and storytelling. Do you need an assigned topic? Do you need deadlines to help get you motivated? Then join this group. 
  

  The Storytellers' group is dedicated to writing family stories for sharing with family members and others. Preserve your family's history legacy by writing and sharing your story.

  Facilitator:  Marti Swanson 

  Held at the Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main St., Lake Zurich, Il

  Storytellers’ Topic for March 2019

  “Lost and Found”

  Did you ever lose something?  Well, of course; that happens all the time:  Where did I put my glasses?  or  Where did I park the car?

  This month’s topic deals with more important kinds of losses.  Think of a time when you couldn’t find something that was really important to you.  Here’s a personal one:  Where did I store my wedding dress? (This is NOT the one I’m going to write about, however.)

  Set the stage: 

  • What was the item?
    
  • Why was it important to you?
    
  • When/how did you discover it was missing?
    
  • How did the loss make you feel?
    
  • What did you do?
    
  • When/how did you find the missing item?
    
  • How did you react the discovery?
    
  • What, if anything, did you learn for the experience?
    

  
  

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• What's New in Technology?

  • When
    16 Mar 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Township District Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds.

  What’s New in Technology?

  by Ed Rosenthal

  Ed Rosenthal will present his very popular annual survey of emerging technologies. Sharing of the insights he gains from keeping tabs on new developments in the computing and digital imaging scenes will provide us all with a glimpse of what new tools will  soon be available to leverage in our favorite obsession — genealogy!

  Ed Rosenthal has served several terms over the years as president of CAGGNI and has been doing family research for over 30 years with Family Tree, RootsMagic, Family Search and is excited about the “new kid on the block” My Heritage.  

  He’s worked at Pepsi, Rockwell, Motorola and NEC directing engineering and software projects after previously spending over 20 years in the broadcast business building television facilities.  He is a certified Project Management Professional with a master’s degree in project management from Keller.

  This will be Ed’s 20th CAGGNI annual “What’s New in Technology” presentation, which was started under the direction of the late Anne Jacobs. He will be presenting his popular annual survey of emerging technologies and share some insights on new developments that we can use in our research. 

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• Colonial America Special Interest Group

  • When
    16 Mar 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Roads

  **new** Colonial America Special Interest Group **new**
  

  The first meeting of the Colonial America SIG will take place at the Schaumburg library on Saturday, March 16 at 12:45 p.m. All are invited to attend.

  The SIG has as its objective the study of America’s 13 colonies – their creation, their history including a timeline for each, sources of information, identification of ancestors and relatives, understanding of the geography and an exchange of information by attendees.

  Immigration and migration patterns will be explored and in-depth explanations of how to uncover information beyond names/dates/places will be discussed. Lineage societies will be explained and amazing resources like the Library of Virginia and the Germanna Foundation will be covered.

  The first meeting will include a brief discussion of the colonies as a whole, a presentation regarding a extensive timeline of the Colony of Virginia and explanations of resources available online and in libraries that can be used to discover huge amounts of data.

  There will be several handouts and opportunities for discussion.

  Facilitators: Bob Allen, Mary Hoyer

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• CAGGNI Newsletter Deadline

  • When
    23 Mar 2019
  • Location
    email to newsletter @ caggni.org

  We would love to have you write an article for our newsletter!

  Members are invited and encouraged to submit material to newsletter @ caggni.org. You can write up whatever you think would be of interest to the group in 500-1,000 words (roughly) for the average-sized composition. Or send us smaller items, websites or tips. 

  We would especially welcome:

  • Preparation for library or archive research trips.
    
  • Research methodology and techniques.
    
  • How to request documents from the National Archives or other repositories.
    
  • Updates on commercial genealogical data sites.
    
  • Tips from the SIGs: RootsMagic + The Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker, Reunion, DNA, Internet, Colonial and Storytellers.
    
  • What's ahead in computer technology?
    
  • Genealogy apps and practices for the iPhone, Android, etc.
    
  • Suggestions of blog sites or other genealogy sites of interest.
    
  • Submit a favorite ancestral or cemetery photograph.

   Send all submissions to newsletter @ caggni.org.

  (Note: CAGGNI does not claim copyright for photographs submitted by members; copyright belongs to the photographer.)
  

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• Road Trip Committee Meeting

  • When
    06 Apr 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Bartlett Public Library, 800 S. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett, IL

  Road Trip Committee Meeting

  This is a meeting to organize CAGGNI’s 2019 road trip.

  All members interested in serving on the committee are encouraged to attend.

  Facilitator:  Marti Gustafson

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• RM + TMG Special Interest Group

  • When
    13 Apr 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Roads

  RM + TMG Special Interest Group 

  The RM + TMG SIG is for members interested in the operation and features of the computer programs for genealogy databases RootsMagic and The Master Genealogist.  

  This CAGGNI Group meets to discuss and share knowledge and experience in using computer programs to research, record, display and share genealogical data.  Also helping each other gain a better understanding of the programs and other useful related computer software.  Users of all levels are welcome to join this group.

  Facilitator: Larry Olson

  
  
  

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• Internet Special Interest Group

  • When
    13 Apr 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Roads

  Internet Special Interest Group

  Internet genealogical services include Ancestry, Family Search, My Heritage, Find My Past, WikiTree and many others.  The Internet Special Interest Group intends to review questions about these services and have a dialog on the advantages and features of the services used by members.  This complements the features available from computer programs such as Family Tree Maker or RootsMagic that exploit the online databases available from these internet services.

  Facilitator:  Alan Wilson

  
  

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• Making the Back Story Come Alive (WEBINAR)

  • When
    20 Apr 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds., Adult Classroom

  Making the Back Story Come Alive (webinar)

  by Nicka Smith

  Uniquely engage family members through the use of video to share the compelling and evocative stories. From short web clips to full length documentaries, learn how to curate, craft and execute a strategy to get your family stories off of paper and into motion.

  Nicka Smith is a professional photographer, speaker, host and documentarian with more than 19 years of experience as a genealogist. She has extensive experience in African ancestored genealogy, reverse genealogy and family reunion planning and execution. She is also an expert in genealogical research in the Northeastern Louisiana area, sharing genealogy with youth, documenting the ancestral journey and employing the use of new technology in genealogy and family history research.

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• Reunion Special Interest Group

  • When
    20 Apr 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Adult Classroom

  Reunion Special Interest Group

  Calling all Apple users!  Reunion is a genealogy software designed specifically for Macintosh and also available as an app for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad.  Learn the tips and tricks that will have you utilizing this highly regarded program to its fullest.
  

  If you have a laptop, please bring it with you. Learning software is enhanced in a hands-on environment.
  

  Facilitator:  Bruce Christopher
  

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• CAGGNI Newsletter Deadline

  • When
    27 Apr 2019
  • Location
    email to newsletter @ caggni.org

  We would love to have you write an article for our newsletter!

  Members are invited and encouraged to submit material to newsletter @ caggni.org. You can write up whatever you think would be of interest to the group in 500-1,000 words (roughly) for the average-sized composition. Or send us smaller items, websites or tips. 

  We would especially welcome:

  • Preparation for library or archive research trips.
    
  • Research methodology and techniques.
    
  • How to request documents from the National Archives or other repositories.
    
  • Updates on commercial genealogical data sites.
    
  • Tips from the SIGs: RootsMagic + The Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker, Reunion, DNA, Internet, Colonial and Storytellers.
    
  • What's ahead in computer technology?
    
  • Genealogy apps and practices for the iPhone, Android, etc.
    
  • Suggestions of blog sites or other genealogy sites of interest.
    
  • Submit a favorite ancestral or cemetery photograph.

   Send all submissions to newsletter @ caggni.org.

  (Note: CAGGNI does not claim copyright for photographs submitted by members; copyright belongs to the photographer.)
  

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• Road Trip Committee Meeting

  • When
    04 May 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Bartlett Public Library, 800 S. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett, IL

  Road Trip Committee Meeting

  This is a meeting to organize CAGGNI’s 2019 road trip.

  All members interested in serving on the committee are encouraged to attend.

  Facilitator:  Marti Gustafson

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• Storytellers' Special Interest Group

  • When
    11 May 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main St., Lake Zurich, IL

  Storytellers' Special Interest Group

  CAGGNI's Storytellers' Special Interest Group is for those interested in the DOING of family history writing and storytelling. Do you need an assigned topic? Do you need deadlines to help get you motivated? Then join this group. 
  

  The Storytellers' group is dedicated to writing family stories for sharing with family members and others. Preserve your family's history legacy by writing and sharing your story.

  
  

  Held at the Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main St., Lake Zurich, Il

  Facilitator:  Marti Swanson 

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• Family Tree Maker Special Interest Group

  • When
    11 May 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Township District Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Roads

  Family Tree Maker Special Interest Group 

  This interest group was originally formed to provide a forum for Family Tree Maker users to share their knowledge and build their expertise with Ancestry's FTM desktop software.

  This group continues to explore old and new features of Family Tree Maker software, now with developer MacKiev.

  Facilitator: Nancy Thomas

  
  
  
  

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• Genealogy Trivia Game

  • When
    18 May 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Adult Classroom

  Genealogy Trivia Game

  by Robert Allen

  
  

  Here's a chance to find out how much you and others know about the world of genealogy. We'll look at DNA, Resources, Databases, Internet sites, Terms, Organizations and Special Secrets about the hobby we all love so much.

  
  

  Bob received a B.A. in Political Science and an M.B.A. from the University of Kansas. He then graduated from the University of Texas Law School in Austin, Texas.

  He held positions with Container Corporation of America and Baxter Healthcare.

  Bob lives in Barrington with his wife, Audrey. They have 4 children and 5 grandchildren.

  He currently serves as Treasurer of CAGGNI and has been conducting genealogical research for 30+ years.

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• CAGGNI Board Meeting

  • When
    18 May 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library

  Board Meeting

  All members of the Board of Directors are requested to be present for this meeting. 
  
  This is an open meeting and regular members of CAGGNI are welcome to attend.

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• CAGGNI Newsletter Deadline

  • When
    25 May 2019
  • Location
    email to newsletter @ caggni.org

  We would love to have you write an article for our newsletter!

  Members are invited and encouraged to submit material to newsletter @ caggni.org. You can write up whatever you think would be of interest to the group in 500-1,000 words (roughly) for the average-sized composition. Or send us smaller items, websites or tips. 

  We would especially welcome:

  • Preparation for library or archive research trips.
    
  • Research methodology and techniques.
    
  • How to request documents from the National Archives or other repositories.
    
  • Updates on commercial genealogical data sites.
    
  • Tips from the SIGs: RootsMagic + The Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker, Reunion, DNA, Internet, Colonial and Storytellers.
    
  • What's ahead in computer technology?
    
  • Genealogy apps and practices for the iPhone, Android, etc.
    
  • Suggestions of blog sites or other genealogy sites of interest.
    
  • Submit a favorite ancestral or cemetery photograph.

   Send all submissions to newsletter @ caggni.org.

  (Note: CAGGNI does not claim copyright for photographs submitted by members; copyright belongs to the photographer.)
  

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• Road Trip Committee Meeting

  • When
    01 Jun 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Bartlett Public Library, 800 S. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett, IL

  Road Trip Committee Meeting

  This is a meeting to organize CAGGNI’s 2019 road trip.

  All members interested in serving on the committee are encouraged to attend.

  Facilitator:  Marti Gustafson

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• DNA Special Interest Group

  • When
    08 Jun 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Township District Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Roads

  DNA Special Interest Group

  CAGGNI's genomic genealogy group continues into its third year. This group focuses on learning the methods for analyzing DNA test results. We study topics such as autosomal DNA, mitochondrial DNA, Y-DNA and surname projects, X-DNA and ancestral admixture results. We'll also investigate third party tools for analyzing your raw data and comparing DNA and gedcom data with test kit results from companies besides the one you tested with.

  DNA can break down genealogical brick walls once thought impenetrable – but only if you know how.

  The SIG will combine short 15-20 minute lectures with interactive workshop-style activities.  

  Get ready to put your DNA results to work for you!

  Facilitators:  Dr. David Stumpf and Alan Wilson

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• Explore U.S. Church Records: Find Family

  • When
    15 Jun 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Adult Classroom

  Explore U.S. Church Records : Find Family

  by Jacquie Schattner

  
  

  Church records provide surprising information, not just baptisms, marriages and deaths. They provide clues to much more, including town or 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 overeats birthplaces. Come find out what new and exciting information you may find in church records!

  
  

  Jacquie Schattner has been actively researching her family's ancestors since 1996. She volunteered at the local Family History Center for 15 years, teaches genealogy at local high schools and area libraries. She is active in several genealogy societies including CAGGNI. Jacque received her B.S. degree from the University of Illinois. She is a retired school secretary, allowing her free time to pursue new information. Living in Palatine, Illinois she is happily married for 39 years, and has 3 grown children and 2 son-in-laws and 6 adorable grandchildren.

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• Max your research in Washington, DC

  • When
    15 Jun 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Adult Classroom

  Max your research in Washington, DC

  by the Road Trip Committee

  Come learn what you can do during a research trip to Washington, DC. Members who have been planning CAGGNI's next road trip, Sept. 9-13, 2019, will share with you what they've learned about genealogy research in our nation's capital.

  Topics covered will include: 

  National Archives I (Washington, DC) – Rose Lehne/Nancy Reese

  National Archives II (College Park, MD) – Grace Horner

  DAR Library and Museum – Helen Gbala

  Library of Congress – Cathy Gulbrantson

  Smithsonian Museums – Marti Gustafson

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• CAGGNI Newsletter Deadline

  • When
    22 Jun 2019
  • Location
    email to newsletter @ caggni.org

  We would love to have you write an article for our newsletter!

  Members are invited and encouraged to submit material to newsletter @ caggni.org. You can write up whatever you think would be of interest to the group in 500-1,000 words (roughly) for the average-sized composition. Or send us smaller items, websites or tips. 

  We would especially welcome:

  • Preparation for library or archive research trips.
    
  • Research methodology and techniques.
    
  • How to request documents from the National Archives or other repositories.
    
  • Updates on commercial genealogical data sites.
    
  • Tips from the SIGs: RootsMagic + The Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker, Reunion, DNA, Internet, Colonial and Storytellers.
    
  • What's ahead in computer technology?
    
  • Genealogy apps and practices for the iPhone, Android, etc.
    
  • Suggestions of blog sites or other genealogy sites of interest.
    
  • Submit a favorite ancestral or cemetery photograph.

   Send all submissions to newsletter @ caggni.org.

  (Note: CAGGNI does not claim copyright for photographs submitted by members; copyright belongs to the photographer.)
  

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• Road Trip Committee Meeting

  • When
    06 Jul 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Bartlett Public Library, 800 S. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett, IL

  Road Trip Committee Meeting

  This is a meeting to organize CAGGNI’s 2019 road trip.

  All members interested in serving on the committee are encouraged to attend.

  Facilitator:  Marti Gustafson

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• Internet Special Interest Group

  • When
    13 Jul 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Roads

  Internet Special Interest Group

  Internet genealogical services include Ancestry, Family Search, My Heritage, Find My Past, WikiTree and many others.  The Internet Special Interest Group intends to review questions about these services and have a dialog on the advantages and features of the services used by members.  This complements the features available from computer programs such as Family Tree Maker or RootsMagic that exploit the online databases available from these internet services.

  Facilitator:  Alan Wilson

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• Storytellers' Special Interest Group

  • When
    13 Jul 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main St., Lake Zurich, IL

  Storytellers' Special Interest Group

  CAGGNI's Storytellers' Special Interest Group is for those interested in the DOING of family history writing and storytelling. Do you need an assigned topic? Do you need deadlines to help get you motivated? Then join this group. 
  

  The Storytellers' group is dedicated to writing family stories for sharing with family members and others. Preserve your family's history legacy by writing and sharing your story.

  
  

  Held at the Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main St., Lake Zurich, Il

  Facilitator:  Marti Swanson 

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• Reunion Special Interest Group

  • When
    13 Jul 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Adult Classroom

  Reunion Special Interest Group

  Calling all Apple users!  Reunion is a genealogy software designed specifically for Macintosh and also available as an app for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad.  Learn the tips and tricks that will have you utilizing this highly regarded program to its fullest.
  

  If you have a laptop, please bring it with you. Learning software is enhanced in a hands-on environment.
  

  Facilitator:  Bruce Christopher
  

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• The Art of Negative Space Research: Women

  • When
    20 Jul 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Schaumburg, Adult Classroom

  The Art of Negative Space Research: Women

  by Jeanne Larzalere Bloom

  Like using negative space in art, the successful identification of women is often accomplished by using the records of friends and family.

  Jeanne Larzalere Bloom, CG^SMis a full-time professional researcher specializing in Chicago and Cook County research, forensic genealogy, problem solving, and multi-generational family histories.

  On behalf of the Department of the Army, Jeanne searches for and identifies family members of unaccounted for servicemen from World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.  Jeanne writes articles for scholarly journals and society publications. She is a frequent lecturer at conferences, workshops, and institutes. She is a Trustee and the president of the Board for Certification of Genealogists.

  The words Certified Genealogist are a registered certification mark, and the designations CG, CGL and Certified Genealogical Lecturer are service marks of the Board for Certification of Genealogists, used under license by board certificants after periodic evaluation, and the board name is registered in the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office.
  

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• RM + TMG Special Interest Group

  • When
    20 Jul 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Schaumburg, Adult Classroom

  RM + TMG Special Interest Group 

  The RM + TMG SIG is for members interested in the operation and features of the computer programs for genealogy databases RootsMagic and The Master Genealogist.  

  This CAGGNI Group meets to discuss and share knowledge and experience in using computer programs to research, record, display and share genealogical data.  Also helping each other gain a better understanding of the programs and other useful related computer software.  Users of all levels are welcome to join this group.

  Facilitator: Larry Olson

  
  
  

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• CAGGNI Newsletter Deadline

  • When
    27 Jul 2019
  • Location
    email to newsletter @ caggni.org

  We would love to have you write an article for our newsletter!

  Members are invited and encouraged to submit material to newsletter @ caggni.org. You can write up whatever you think would be of interest to the group in 500-1,000 words (roughly) for the average-sized composition. Or send us smaller items, websites or tips. 

  We would especially welcome:

  • Preparation for library or archive research trips.
    
  • Research methodology and techniques.
    
  • How to request documents from the National Archives or other repositories.
    
  • Updates on commercial genealogical data sites.
    
  • Tips from the SIGs: RootsMagic + The Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker, Reunion, DNA, Internet, Colonial and Storytellers.
    
  • What's ahead in computer technology?
    
  • Genealogy apps and practices for the iPhone, Android, etc.
    
  • Suggestions of blog sites or other genealogy sites of interest.
    
  • Submit a favorite ancestral or cemetery photograph.

   Send all submissions to newsletter @ caggni.org.

  (Note: CAGGNI does not claim copyright for photographs submitted by members; copyright belongs to the photographer.)
  

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• Road Trip Committee Meeting

  • When
    03 Aug 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Bartlett Public Library, 800 S. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett, IL

  Road Trip Committee Meeting

  This is a meeting to organize CAGGNI’s 2019 road trip.

  All members interested in serving on the committee are encouraged to attend.

  Facilitator:  Marti Gustafson

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• DNA Special Interest Group

  • When
    10 Aug 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Township District Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Roads

  DNA Special Interest Group 

  CAGGNI's genomic genealogy group continues into its third year. This group focuses on learning the methods for analyzing DNA test results. We study topics such as autosomal DNA, mitochondrial DNA, Y-DNA and surname projects, X-DNA and ancestral admixture results. We'll also investigate third party tools for analyzing your raw data and comparing DNA and gedcom data with test kit results from companies besides the one you tested with.

  DNA can break down genealogical brick walls once thought impenetrable - but only if you know how.

  The SIG will combine short 15-20 minute lectures with interactive workshop-style activities.  

  Get ready to put your DNA results to work for you!

  Facilitators:  Dr. David Stumpf and Alan Wilson

  
  
  
  

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• Untying the Knot: Divorce Records

  • When
    17 Aug 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Schaumburg, Adult Classroom

  Untying the Knot: Divorce Records

  by Kimberly Nagy

  There is a wealth of information to be found in divorce records including marriage dates, birth dates of the couple and their children, and locations. Beyond this, these records offer an insight into their personalities ad possessions. This session will explore the process of finding divorce records and how to get the most information from those records.

  Kimberly Ormsby Nagy, MD PLCGS has been researching her ancestry for over forty years. Now retired from her career as a Trauma Surgeon she can devote all her time to her passion - Genealogy! She is very involved in lineage societies and has served as Registrar for several - either preparing or approving applications for membership. 

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• CAGGNI Board Meeting

  • When
    17 Aug 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library

  Board Meeting

  All members of the Board of Directors are requested to be present for this meeting. 
  
  This is an open meeting and regular members of CAGGNI are welcome to attend.

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• CAGGNI Newsletter Deadline

  • When
    24 Aug 2019
  • Location
    email to newsletter @ caggni.org

  We would love to have you write an article for our newsletter!

  Members are invited and encouraged to submit material to newsletter @ caggni.org. You can write up whatever you think would be of interest to the group in 500-1,000 words (roughly) for the average-sized composition. Or send us smaller items, websites or tips. 

  We would especially welcome:

  • Preparation for library or archive research trips.
    
  • Research methodology and techniques.
    
  • How to request documents from the National Archives or other repositories.
    
  • Updates on commercial genealogical data sites.
    
  • Tips from the SIGs: RootsMagic + The Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker, Reunion, DNA, Internet, Colonial and Storytellers.
    
  • What's ahead in computer technology?
    
  • Genealogy apps and practices for the iPhone, Android, etc.
    
  • Suggestions of blog sites or other genealogy sites of interest.
    
  • Submit a favorite ancestral or cemetery photograph.

   Send all submissions to newsletter @ caggni.org.

  (Note: CAGGNI does not claim copyright for photographs submitted by members; copyright belongs to the photographer.)
  

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• Road Trip Committee Meeting

  • When
    07 Sep 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Bartlett Public Library, 800 S. Bartlett Rd., Bartlett, IL

  Road Trip Committee Meeting

  This is a meeting to organize CAGGNI’s 2019 road trip.

  All members interested in serving on the committee are encouraged to attend.

  Facilitator:  Marti Gustafson

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• Road trip to Washington, DC

  • Start
    09 Sep 2019
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • End
    13 Sep 2019
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Washington, DC

  Road trip to Washington, DC

  Coordinated by the CAGGNI Road Trip Committee

  Join other CAGGNI members on a research trip to Washington, DC!

  Members of the Road Trip Committee are planning five days of tours and research at the top repositories in our nation's capital.

  Primary locations will be: 

  National Archives I (Washington, DC) 

  National Archives II (College Park, MD) 

  DAR Library and Museum 

  Library of Congress 

  Smithsonian Museums libraries

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• Storytellers' Special Interest Group

  • When
    14 Sep 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main St., Lake Zurich, IL

  Storytellers' Special Interest Group

  CAGGNI's Storytellers' Special Interest Group is for those interested in the DOING of family history writing and storytelling. Do you need an assigned topic? Do you need deadlines to help get you motivated? Then join this group. 
  

  The Storytellers' group is dedicated to writing family stories for sharing with family members and others. Preserve your family's history legacy by writing and sharing your story.

  
  

  Held at the Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main St., Lake Zurich, Il

  Facilitator:  Marti Swanson 

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• Colonial Special Interest Group

  • When
    14 Sep 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Schaumburg, Adult Classroom

  Colonial Special Interest Group

  
  

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• Internet Special Interest Group

  • When
    14 Sep 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Roads

  Internet Special Interest Group

  Internet genealogical services include Ancestry, Family Search, My Heritage, Find My Past, WikiTree and many others.  The Internet Special Interest Group intends to review questions about these services and have a dialog on the advantages and features of the services used by members.  This complements the features available from computer programs such as Family Tree Maker or RootsMagic that exploit the online databases available from these internet services.

  Facilitator:  Alan Wilson

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• Murder on the Meadow

  • When
    21 Sep 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Schaumburg, Adult Classroom

  Murder on the Meadow

  by Deborah Fandrei

  This program explores the history of a 100-year-old murder that took place in Lake County.  The audience is introduced to the people, the evidence and the science of the time and then asked to vote as a jury about what they have heard.

  Debbie Fandrei has been the curator of the Raupp Museum in Buffalo Grove for 20 years.

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• CAGGNI Newsletter Deadline

  • When
    28 Sep 2019
  • Location
    email to newsletter @ caggni.org

  We would love to have you write an article for our newsletter!

  Members are invited and encouraged to submit material to newsletter @ caggni.org. You can write up whatever you think would be of interest to the group in 500-1,000 words (roughly) for the average-sized composition. Or send us smaller items, websites or tips. 

  We would especially welcome:

  • Preparation for library or archive research trips.
    
  • Research methodology and techniques.
    
  • How to request documents from the National Archives or other repositories.
    
  • Updates on commercial genealogical data sites.
    
  • Tips from the SIGs: RootsMagic + The Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker, Reunion, DNA, Internet, Colonial and Storytellers.
    
  • What's ahead in computer technology?
    
  • Genealogy apps and practices for the iPhone, Android, etc.
    
  • Suggestions of blog sites or other genealogy sites of interest.
    
  • Submit a favorite ancestral or cemetery photograph.

   Send all submissions to newsletter @ caggni.org.

  (Note: CAGGNI does not claim copyright for photographs submitted by members; copyright belongs to the photographer.)
  

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• Family Tree Maker Special Interest Group

  • When
    12 Oct 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Township District Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Roads

  Family Tree Maker Special Interest Group 

  This interest group was originally formed to provide a forum for Family Tree Maker users to share their knowledge and build their expertise with Ancestry's FTM desktop software.

  This group continues to explore old and new features of Family Tree Maker software, now with developer MacKiev.

  Facilitator: Nancy Thomas

  
  
  
  

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• Holy Cow! Where are my Chicago Catholic's now?

  • When
    19 Oct 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Schaumburg, Adult Classroom

  Holy Cow! Where are my Chicago Catholic's Now?

  by Teresa McMillin

  The first Chicago Catholic church opened in 1833 and by 1900 there were about 140 Catholic churches in the city. Finding your Catholic ancestor’s sacramental records (baptism, confirmation, marriage and funeral) can be a daunting task without a few key pieces of information. This lecture will explain how to find the data necessary to tap into these valuable resources. Once potential churches are identified, the process of finding the records for that church and timeframe will be explained.
  

  Teresa Steinkamp McMillin, CG, author of the Guide to Hanover Military Military Records 1514-1866 on Microfilm at the Family History Library. She researches German ancestry and specializes in reading German script. She regularly speaks for national, regional and local genealogical societies and conferences. Recently she recorded two courses for Ancestry Academy

  
  

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• DNA Special Interest Group

  • When
    19 Oct 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Schaumburg, Adult Classroom

  DNA Special Interest Group 

  CAGGNI's genomic genealogy group continues into its third year. This group focuses on learning the methods for analyzing DNA test results. We study topics such as autosomal DNA, mitochondrial DNA, Y-DNA and surname projects, X-DNA and ancestral admixture results. We'll also investigate third party tools for analyzing your raw data and comparing DNA and gedcom data with test kit results from companies besides the one you tested with.

  DNA can break down genealogical brick walls once thought impenetrable - but only if you know how.

  The SIG will combine short 15-20 minute lectures with interactive workshop-style activities.  

  Get ready to put your DNA results to work for you!

  Facilitators:  Dr. David Stumpf and Alan Wilson

  
  
  
  

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• CAGGNI Newsletter Deadline

  • When
    26 Oct 2019
  • Location
    email to newsletter @ caggni.org

  We would love to have you write an article for our newsletter!

  Members are invited and encouraged to submit material to newsletter @ caggni.org. You can write up whatever you think would be of interest to the group in 500-1,000 words (roughly) for the average-sized composition. Or send us smaller items, websites or tips. 

  We would especially welcome:

  • Preparation for library or archive research trips.
    
  • Research methodology and techniques.
    
  • How to request documents from the National Archives or other repositories.
    
  • Updates on commercial genealogical data sites.
    
  • Tips from the SIGs: RootsMagic + The Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker, Reunion, DNA, Internet, Colonial and Storytellers.
    
  • What's ahead in computer technology?
    
  • Genealogy apps and practices for the iPhone, Android, etc.
    
  • Suggestions of blog sites or other genealogy sites of interest.
    
  • Submit a favorite ancestral or cemetery photograph.

   Send all submissions to newsletter @ caggni.org.

  (Note: CAGGNI does not claim copyright for photographs submitted by members; copyright belongs to the photographer.)
  

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• Storytellers' Special Interest Group

  • When
    09 Nov 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main St., Lake Zurich, IL

  Storytellers' Special Interest Group

  CAGGNI's Storytellers' Special Interest Group is for those interested in the DOING of family history writing and storytelling. Do you need an assigned topic? Do you need deadlines to help get you motivated? Then join this group. 
  

  The Storytellers' group is dedicated to writing family stories for sharing with family members and others. Preserve your family's history legacy by writing and sharing your story.

  Held at the Koffee Kup, 30 E. Main St., Lake Zurich, IL

  Facilitator:  Marti Swanson 

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• Colonial Special Interest Group

  • When
    09 Nov 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 2:45 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Schaumburg, Adult Classroom

  Colonial Special Interest Group

  
  

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• Amelia Earhart and Pot Luck Holiday Party

  • When
    16 Nov 2019
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library, Roselle & Schaumburg Rds, Schaumburg, Adult Classroom

  Amelia Earhart

  Pot Luck Holiday Party

  Amelia Earhart’s courageous exploits and spirited personality made her an international celebrity in the early 20^thcentury. In this lively living history program, meet Amelia and learn about her experiences. She’ll describe how she learned to fly what inspired her and why she set off on an around-the world flight in 1937.

  
  

    The election of the new board will occur at the end-of-year Business Meeting.  After that, we will have our Annual Potluck Social,so please bring a dish to share.

  
  

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• CAGGNI Board Meeting

  • When
    16 Nov 2019
  •  
    12:45 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Schaumburg Public Library

  Board Meeting

  All members of the Board of Directors are requested to be present for this meeting. 
  
  This is an open meeting and regular members of CAGGNI are welcome to attend.

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• CAGGNI Newsletter Deadline

  • When
    23 Nov 2019
  • Location
    email to newsletter @ caggni.org

  We would love to have you write an article for our newsletter!

  Members are invited and encouraged to submit material to newsletter @ caggni.org. You can write up whatever you think would be of interest to the group in 500-1,000 words (roughly) for the average-sized composition. Or send us smaller items, websites or tips. 

  We would especially welcome:

  • Preparation for library or archive research trips.
    
  • Research methodology and techniques.
    
  • How to request documents from the National Archives or other repositories.
    
  • Updates on commercial genealogical data sites.
    
  • Tips from the SIGs: RootsMagic + The Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker, Reunion, DNA, Internet, Colonial and Storytellers.
    
  • What's ahead in computer technology?
    
  • Genealogy apps and practices for the iPhone, Android, etc.
    
  • Suggestions of blog sites or other genealogy sites of interest.
    
  • Submit a favorite ancestral or cemetery photograph.

   Send all submissions to newsletter @ caggni.org.

  (Note: CAGGNI does not claim copyright for photographs submitted by members; copyright belongs to the photographer.)
  

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• CAGGNI Newsletter Deadline

  • When
    28 Dec 2019
  • Location
    email to newsletter @ caggni.org

  We would love to have you write an article for our newsletter!

  Members are invited and encouraged to submit material to newsletter @ caggni.org. You can write up whatever you think would be of interest to the group in 500-1,000 words (roughly) for the average-sized composition. Or send us smaller items, websites or tips. 

  We would especially welcome:

  • Preparation for library or archive research trips.
    
  • Research methodology and techniques.
    
  • How to request documents from the National Archives or other repositories.
    
  • Updates on commercial genealogical data sites.
    
  • Tips from the SIGs: RootsMagic + The Master Genealogist, Family Tree Maker, Reunion, DNA, Internet, Colonial and Storytellers.
    
  • What's ahead in computer technology?
    
  • Genealogy apps and practices for the iPhone, Android, etc.
    
  • Suggestions of blog sites or other genealogy sites of interest.
    
  • Submit a favorite ancestral or cemetery photograph.

   Send all submissions to newsletter @ caggni.org.

  (Note: CAGGNI does not claim copyright for photographs submitted by members; copyright belongs to the photographer.)
  

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