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FREE
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Saturday, November 11, 2023 - ONLINE ONLY*
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1:00 - 2:00 p.m. - Speaker
- Jane Neff Rollins
"Save the Stories: Oral History Interviewing Tips"
This talk will cover: whom to interview and how to approach them; getting past the fear and embracing your inner journalist; what questions to ask; technology for recording and transcribing; and sharing the stories so they don’t get forgotten.
Jane Neff Rollins is a professional genealogist who translates Russian records into English at Sherlock Combs Genealogy®. Jane has lectured at conferences sponsored by IAJGS, National Genealogical Society, and Federation of Genealogical Societies, among others. Her genealogical writing has appeared in Avotaynu, FGS Forum, NGS Magazine, Pennsylvania Legacies, and Crossroads.
2:15 - 3:15 p.m. - Speaker - Lisa Alzo
"DIY Publishing for the Family Historian: Tips, Tricks and Tools"
Whether you’re a family historian looking to share information with your family, an aspiring author, or a society looking for cost-effective way to produce materials, this session is just what you need to get started with self-publishing. Learn tips and tricks for preparing your book from idea to print. Various self-publishing/print-on-demand platforms including Amazon KDP, Lulu, and publishing services will also be briefly discussed.
Lisa Alzo, M.F.A., is a freelance writer and internationally recognized lecturer, specializing in Eastern European research and nonfiction writing. She is the author of 11 books and works as an online educator and writing coach at https://www.researchwriteconnect.com.
PLEASE NOTE INFORMATION BELOW:
Please register at least one-hour ahead for the FREE SCGS Lunch and Learn - click on the link below:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3783353968035445335
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing
information about joining the webinar.
FREE. The library will not be open for research. Times are approximate.
For any questions, please contact Charlotte rubymoon01@yahoo.com
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Looking for a place to learn more about genealogy
and how to do family research? Lunch & Learn is simply
the best place to do just that. Free and open to the public, it is one
of the SCGS's most popular educational programs. Join us soon. Please note,
tThe library is NOT open for research during Lunch & Learn hours.
