Linking DNA to genealogy
For a variety of reasons, more and more people are taking an active interest in their genealogy and the Camrose & District Branch of Alberta Genealogical Society are excited to be able to assist with that journey of discovery.
“For the next couple of months we will be exploring Scandinavian ancestry,” noted Camrose & District Branch of the Alberta Genealogical Society co-president Janine Carroll, adding that the April 18th meeting will feature Cindy Mailer giving a talk about researching ancestors in Sweden.
Continuing with a focus on Scandinavian ancestry, Adele Goa will be presenting on researching ancestors in Norway during the May 16 meeting.
“In addition to our regular monthly meetings, our Branch has several Special Interest Groups (SIGs),” said Carroll. “They are a “members only” perk, but folks are welcome to attend once or twice to see if it’s something they would be interested in.”
The following is an outline of the SIGs:
Organizational SIG occurs the first Monday of every month at 1 p.m. held at the Camrose County Agri Building, 4238-37 Street.
Attendees are asked to bring their own project, laptop, photos and documents to work on and join a few others for some “social” work-time.
Military SIG occurs the third Wednesday of every month, at 1 p.m., held at the Camrose County Agri Building.
“Our Branch is extremely fortunate to have two well versed military authorities who share their knowledge and help members move forward in their family military history,” remarked Carroll. “We are learning so much.”
Writing Your Family History SIG will have a second group held every second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 2 until 4 p.m.
“This group will meet electronically to support and motivate each other in our family history writing.”
On Saturday, May 4 from 1 until 3:30 p.m. come out for a free of charge, in-person workshop to be held at the Camrose Public Library (downstairs meeting room).
The ABCs of DNA: a (ancient) au (autosomal) mt X and Y workshop, will be presented by Lianne Kruger. Topics to be covered include: explaining the different types of DNA and how they are helpful in genealogy work; why take a DNA test; terminology needed to understand what is needed to help and surname studies; FTDNA group projects; where to start; how they can work together; research questions and warning labels and ethics.
If you are interested in attending, email the Camrose Branch of AGS at camrosegeneo@gmail.com.
There is a limited amount of spaces available.