This is a list of the programs presented at our General Meetings. The General Meetings are held at the Naperville Municipal Center and are open to the public.
This discussion, facilitated by local author Barbara Brabec, will kick-off our “Writers Series”, which includes programs on April 9th and May 14th. This discussion will also share knowledge acquired at our FVGS writers’ groups. Barbara Brabec gained recognition as one…
Learn how to find and use newspapers to find information about your ancestors as well as the times they lived in. Some of the items to be found in newspapers includes obituaries, marriage and engagement announcements, birth announcements, legal cases,…
All are welcome to share family history artifacts and/or stories with other genealogy enthusiasts at our 'Show & Tell' event. This is a great time to learn about the stories and discoveries of fellow family historians.
Local histories are often maligned as inaccurate sources. However, used correctly, these local histories can be very helpful by providing clues for further research. This program will be presented by professional genealogist, Kimberly Nagy, MD PLCGS.
The program focuses on the rich symbolism displayed in cemeteries of the Victorian Era. Headstone art during this time period was carefully chosen by family members to properly represent the deceased. Many clues about the lives of the dearly departed…
Come hone your genealogy knowledge the fun way by playing “Geneopardy!”. The categories will include: ‘Grandpa’s Sister’, ‘Cite Your Source’, ‘Write It Down’, ‘Stand Up’, ‘Be Counted’, ‘Taking a Count’, ‘Marriage’, ‘Add It Up’, and ‘FVGS Firsts’.
Isn't it just Stuff? But, Grandma said so…verifying oral history myths; tracing the origins of heirlooms; analyzing the value of ephemera's evidence. Presenter Laura Cosgrove Lorenzana is a Consulting Archivist and Professional Genealogist. She has worked in a wide variety…
This library has been offering research resources since 1887 and is recognized as one of the premiere research libraries in the U.S. Information will be provided to help you prepare for a visit, inform you of the research aids their…
Finding European ancestors is a challenge, but this program covers a method that tries to simplify this daunting search. The program covers tips to find where your ancestors left, where to find the European records and gives tips on translating…
Having an adopted ancestor can often be one of the most frustrating and challenging aspects of genealogy research. In times past, records of adoptions weren’t as well kept as they are today, making searching for the link between birth families…