Co-sponsored with the Waterford Township Public Library (WTPL), it was formerly called the lock-in and now occurs during regular library hours. Check-In: 12:30 P.M. Welcome/Announcements: 12:45 P.M. Classes: 1:00 P.M. - 5:45 P.M. FREE Wi-Fi If you have a laptop or tablet with wireless capabilities, you are welcome to bring it and have access to ... Read more
Every year, the Archives of Michigan and the Michigan Genealogical Council host a seminar to promote family history awareness and teach genealogy research skills. The event is generously supported by the Abrams Foundation in loving memory of Barbara J. Brown. We are delighted to be hosting Kelvin L. Meyers, who will join us onsite in ... Read more
The 45th annual GSMC seminar is on May 10th, 2025. Join us for four one-hour-long lectures related to genealogy. There will also be door prizes, exhibitors, and vendors. Adam Oster is the Community Engagement Librarian for the Library of Michigan. He will speak on "Yearbooks, alumni lists, and other school-related records" and "Michigan County Poor ... Read more
Member Dale Renaud will speak on St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, Ecorse, Michigan. He will give a little history of the cemetery and stories he found researching it. He has been a genealogist for 30 years, 5th Generation Member of St. Francis Xavier Church, and a proud Ecorse boy. Find-a-Grave photo by Sherri Czuchra. The original ... Read more
Dinner will be at 6:00 pm, Program and meeting will follow at 7:00 pm. Doors open at 5:30 pm
Whether beginners or experienced genealogists, eager learners can always pick up new information to make their research more efficient -- and more enjoyable. Here’s a sample: When you name your family tree on one of the big genealogy websites, don’t get cutesy. Instead, set out some “cousin bait” by titling it with the major surnames ... Read more
