Category Archives: Technology Tools

Genealogy Club Webinar: Finding an Ancestors Disasterous End – Tombstone Tuesday

Posted on October 30, 2012 by

We all want a happy ending, but for some of us that may not be how the story ends. As a genealogist, I’ve learned it can be easy to track down an ancestor when they’ve passed away horribly or under … Continue reading →

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Try-It Illinois Databases 2012! Great Genealogy Resources for Free! – Tech Tuesday

Posted on October 2, 2012 by

Attention Illinois residents!  Some of the best genealogy resources online are available for free through the Try-It! Illinois Database trial October 1 – November 30 2012. This annual statewide database trial is sponsored by Secretary of State and State Librarian … Continue reading →

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Gearing up for the Fox Valley Genealogical Society 2012 Conference! – Tech Tuesday

Posted on August 21, 2012 by

When you need help, it’s time to call in the experts.  If you’re looking to harness the power of Ancestry.com to it’s fullest potential, you’re going to want to make a date with Lou. Loretto Dennis “Lou” Szucs, or as … Continue reading →

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Sorting Saturday – Pick up a 3 month subscription to Archives.com for $10!

Posted on July 14, 2012 by

I’m a big believer in genealogy bargains. So imagine my delight when I found a Livingsocial deal featuring a three-month subscription to Archives.com for $10! If you’re not familiar with Livingsocial, this website offers local and national deals on everything … Continue reading →

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What’s the Buzz About Billiongraves? – Tombstone Tuesday

Posted on June 22, 2012 by

As a librarian, I hate to send to send my patrons to more than one place to find information.  But when dealing with genealogy research, I often need direct people to multiple resources to help folks find what they need. … Continue reading →

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1940 Census Madness or How I Learned to Stay Connected with Facebook and a Phone – Wisdom Wednesday

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

I have been asked to write a blog entry about my personal family history research experience (now in its ninth year) for about a year now.  My life circumstances have not allowed the free time to make this happen… until … Continue reading →

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New Tech Tools That Will Make You Drool – Tech Tuesday

Posted on November 29, 2011 by

I’m always on the lookout for genealogy tech tools.  Gadgets, software, websites, I love to look at all the cool new stuff and demo as much of it as I can. With the holiday season approaching, retailers and websites are … Continue reading →

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