Month: April 2018
OGS Webinar: Using AncestryDNA with your Family History
April 30, 2018
On the first Thursday of every month, the Ontario Genealogical Society hosts an education webinar. This month, Lesley Anderson will be presenting a webinar entitled ‘Using AncestryDNA with your Family History’. The presentation will begin at 7pm EST on May 3 and registration is required.
Lesley says: “Do you want to know about your personal story? Where your deep roots came from? Perhaps you are just curious to know what the results might be? Whatever your starting point AncestryDNA will reveal more of your own story and it’s amazingly helpful to genealogy research.
By capturing a person’s unique genetic data, AncestryDNA can provide customers with a break-down of their genetic ethnicity, as well as find genetic living cousins, confirm existing research and relationships and overcome brick walls or dead-ends in their family history research. When coupled with Ancestry’s billions of historical records, millions of family trees and strong member community, AncestryDNA will enable family enthusiasts and novices alike to discover even more about their own past!”
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity: REGISTER HERE for Thursday’s webinar
Call to Action: New Blog Series!
April 25, 2018
The NextGen Genealogy Network is excited to announce two new upcoming guest blog series and we are seeking contributions from our talented community.
#IamNextGen Spotlight
This blog series will focus on the varied community of NextGen bloggers. Each month, we will highlight a different NextGen blogger/YouTuber. This will include one of their own blog posts or Youtube videos, short biography and links to their various pages.
Starting your Genealogy Business
Many of us are interested in starting a genealogy business, but are clueless about where to start. This guest blog series will feature articles from those who have already established their own genealogy business, as well as general business advice. This will be an invaluable resource for future genealogy professionals.
Blog Submission Guidelines
If you are interested in writing a blog post for NextGen, please review the following submission guidelines prior to submission.
- Please ensure all necessary citations are included.
- Include a photo and short bio on yourself in the email.
- By submitting your work, you are giving NextGen permission for use on our website and social media.
Please send your submissions to [email protected]
Zazzle Store
April 18, 2018
We recently revamped our NextGen Zazzle store and there are tons of great new designs and products to show your NextGen pride!
Pictured below are some of our new products – all clothing is fully customizable (style and color) and is available in sizes Small – 5X
3x3in #IAMNEXTGEN sticker : a very popular new item – ideal size for laptops, folders and car windows
Perfect for the younger genealogists – available as a shirt (sizes Youth XS-XL) or a baby onesie (sizes NB- 24m)
Proudly tell the world I AM NEXTGEN!
Climb to the top of your family tree just because you can!
The perfect mug for a long night of research
Keep warm with this NGGN hoodie
Faces of NextGen LIVE! Meet Renée Schmidt
April 11, 2018
The NextGen Genealogy Network’s Faces of NextGen LIVE! is a popular feature hosted by Education Coordinator Eric Wells. In this recorded interview, get to know Renée Schmidt, a programmer and avid genealogist.
Want to say hello to your fellow young genealogists during a fun and informal interview with Eric? Let us know at [email protected].
Don’t forget to bookmark our YouTube Channel to keep up with the latest on Faces of NextGen LIVE!