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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.

Bonus webinars FamilySearch Historical Records Death Records, Emigrant Records, Immigration Records, Maps, Naturalization Records, Newspapers Methodology and Skills Evidence Miscellaneous MyHeritage MyHeritage LIVE 2019 Places and Ethnicities Czechoslovakia, Europe, Eastern, Slovakia, United States New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania Software Mobile Apps, Scrivener, Scrivener Course 1 Technology AI, General, Trello TechZone Webinar Shorts Webtember Writing and Publishing E-Books, Writing

Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A., is a freelance writer, instructor, and internationally recognized lecturer specializing in Eastern European research and nonfiction writing. She is the author of 11 books, including the award-winning Three Slovak Women, and hundreds of magazine articles. Lisa works as an online educator and writing coach. She has been inspiring others to research and write about their ancestors for over 20 years, and has presented more than 60 webinars for Legacy Family Tree Webinars. Learn more at LisaAlzo.com.

Lisa's Upcoming Live Webinars (2)

Places and Ethnicities
Las 10 bases de datos más útiles para la investigación sobre Europa del Este
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
Tue, February 24 2026: 14:00 UTC
Spanish
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Las 10 bases de datos más útiles para la investigación sobre Europa del Este
Tue, February 24 2026: 14:00 UTC
Con más información disponible en línea, a menudo es posible encontrar registros clave de sus antepasados de Europa del Este en bases de datos gratuitas y de suscripción. Obtenga información sobre los distintos conjuntos de registros disponibles, cómo acceder a ellos y cómo superar los problemas de privacidad e idioma, así como otros obstáculos para la investigación. Los subtítulos y la voz de este vídeo se han doblado al español utilizando IA.
Places and Ethnicities
Las 10 bases de datos más útiles para la investigación sobre Europa del Este
Spanish
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
Con más información disponible en línea, a menudo es posible encontrar registros clave de sus antepasados de Europa del Este en bases de datos gratuitas y de suscripción. Obtenga información sobre los distintos conjuntos de registros disponibles, cómo acceder a ellos y cómo superar los problemas de privacidad e idioma, así como otros obstáculos para la investigación. Los subtítulos y la voz de este vídeo se han doblado al español utilizando IA.
Tue, February 24 2026: 14:00 UTC
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TechnologyMyHeritageWriting and Publishing
Using MyHeritage to Create Interactive Family Histories
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
Tue, April 28 2026: 18:00 UTC
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Using MyHeritage to Create Interactive Family Histories
Tue, April 28 2026: 18:00 UTC
Sometimes all it takes is one story to spark the interest of the non-genealogists in your family. Learn how to leverage the power of MyHeritage tools such as AI Biographer, LiveMemory, Deep Nostalgia, and more to capture and create interactive family histories that anyone can enjoy and share.
TechnologyMyHeritageWriting and Publishing
Using MyHeritage to Create Interactive Family Histories
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
Sometimes all it takes is one story to spark the interest of the non-genealogists in your family. Learn how to leverage the power of MyHeritage tools such as AI Biographer, LiveMemory, Deep Nostalgia, and more to capture and create interactive family histories that anyone can enjoy and share.
Tue, April 28 2026: 18:00 UTC
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Lisa's Webinars (68)

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MyHeritageWebtember
10 Surprising Things I Discovered about My Ancestors Using MyHeritage
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.1K views
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10 Surprising Things I Discovered about My Ancestors Using MyHeritage
MyHeritage has a plethora of records and tools to help you make amazing discoveries about your ancestors. Learn how a long-time genealogist uncovered new facts about hard-to-find ancestors and found previously clues to solve research problems using MyHeritage.
MyHeritageWebtember
10 Surprising Things I Discovered about My Ancestors Using MyHeritage
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.1K views
MyHeritage has a plethora of records and tools to help you make amazing discoveries about your ancestors. Learn how a long-time genealogist uncovered new facts about hard-to-find ancestors and found previously clues to solve research problems using MyHeritage.
Wed, September 17 2025: 15:30 UTC
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1:13:28
MyHeritage
Transformez vos Record Matches MyHeritage en une feuille de route pour votre recherche
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
French
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Transformez vos Record Matches MyHeritage en une feuille de route pour votre recherche
Les sous-titres et la voix de cette vidéo ont été doublés en français à l'aide de l'IA. Les Record Matches sur MyHeritage peuvent vous faire gagner beaucoup de travail. Non seulement elles trouvent automatiquement des documents historiques pour les personnes de votre arbre généalogique, mais elles peuvent également servir de feuille de route pour votre recherche. Lisa Alzo vous montrera comment utiliser vos Record Matches pour vous organiser et aborder votre recherche de manière systématique.
MyHeritage
Transformez vos Record Matches MyHeritage en une feuille de route pour votre recherche
French
CC
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
Les sous-titres et la voix de cette vidéo ont été doublés en français à l'aide de l'IA. Les Record Matches sur MyHeritage peuvent vous faire gagner beaucoup de travail. Non seulement elles trouvent automatiquement des documents historiques pour les personnes de votre arbre généalogique, mais elles peuvent également servir de feuille de route pour votre recherche. Lisa Alzo vous montrera comment utiliser vos Record Matches pour vous organiser et aborder votre recherche de manière systématique.
Tue, November 12 2024: 19:00 UTC
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1:13:28
MyHeritage
Turn Your MyHeritage Record Matches into a Research Roadmap
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
CC
Free
Turn Your MyHeritage Record Matches into a Research Roadmap
Record Matches on MyHeritage can save you lots of work. Not only do they automatically find historical records for people in your family tree, they can also serve as a kind of roadmap for your research. Lisa Alzo will show you how to use your Record Matches to get organized and approach your research in a systematic way.
MyHeritage
Turn Your MyHeritage Record Matches into a Research Roadmap
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Free
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
Record Matches on MyHeritage can save you lots of work. Not only do they automatically find historical records for people in your family tree, they can also serve as a kind of roadmap for your research. Lisa Alzo will show you how to use your Record Matches to get organized and approach your research in a systematic way.
Tue, November 12 2024: 19:00 UTC
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16:16
SoftwareTechnologyWebinar Shorts
Manage Your Genealogy Research with Smartsheet – Part 2
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
572 views
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Manage Your Genealogy Research with Smartsheet – Part 2
Want to improve your genealogy workflow and easily track and share your research for collaboration? In this second SmartSheet Webinar Short you will learn about views such as card, Gantt and calendar view. You will also learn how to create a sheet with the import function. Lastly, you'll learn how to customize your sheet.
SoftwareTechnologyWebinar Shorts
Manage Your Genealogy Research with Smartsheet – Part 2
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
572 views
Want to improve your genealogy workflow and easily track and share your research for collaboration? In this second SmartSheet Webinar Short you will learn about views such as card, Gantt and calendar view. You will also learn how to create a sheet with the import function. Lastly, you'll learn how to customize your sheet.
Fri, May 17 2024: 14:00 UTC
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19:19
SoftwareTechnologyWebinar Shorts
Manage Your Genealogy Research with Smartsheet – Part 1
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.3K views
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Manage Your Genealogy Research with Smartsheet – Part 1
Want to improve your genealogy workflow and easily track and share your research for collaboration? Learn how to use Smartsheet, a dynamic cloud-based program to manage your projects, programs, and processes - all in one place.
SoftwareTechnologyWebinar Shorts
Manage Your Genealogy Research with Smartsheet – Part 1
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.3K views
Want to improve your genealogy workflow and easily track and share your research for collaboration? Learn how to use Smartsheet, a dynamic cloud-based program to manage your projects, programs, and processes - all in one place.
Fri, May 10 2024: 14:00 UTC
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45:52
Technology
10 Ways AI Can Help You Find Your Elusive Ancestors
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.5K views
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10 Ways AI Can Help You Find Your Elusive Ancestors
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already helping to shape the future of genealogy. Learn how current and developing technology can help you find your elusive ancestors and share their stories.
Technology
10 Ways AI Can Help You Find Your Elusive Ancestors
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.5K views
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already helping to shape the future of genealogy. Learn how current and developing technology can help you find your elusive ancestors and share their stories.
Fri, April 12 2024: 18:00 UTC
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49:03
WebtemberWriting and Publishing
50 Family History Writing Tips in 50 Minutes
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.4K views
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50 Family History Writing Tips in 50 Minutes
Learn how to conquer family history writer’s block with 50 fun and practical tips for getting words on the page.
WebtemberWriting and Publishing
50 Family History Writing Tips in 50 Minutes
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.4K views
Learn how to conquer family history writer’s block with 50 fun and practical tips for getting words on the page.
Fri, September 29 2023: 14:15 UTC
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49:19
MyHeritageWriting and Publishing
Racontez de meilleures histoires familiales avec MyHeritage
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.6K views
French
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Racontez de meilleures histoires familiales avec MyHeritage
Les sous-titres et la voix de cette vidéo ont été doublés en français à l'aide de l'IA. Souvent, la partie la plus difficile de l'écriture de l'histoire d'un ancêtre est de commencer. Apprenez à utiliser les outils et fonctionnalités de MyHeritage pour esquisser, écrire et partager des histoires familiales avec facilité.
MyHeritageWriting and Publishing
Racontez de meilleures histoires familiales avec MyHeritage
French
CC
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.6K views
Les sous-titres et la voix de cette vidéo ont été doublés en français à l'aide de l'IA. Souvent, la partie la plus difficile de l'écriture de l'histoire d'un ancêtre est de commencer. Apprenez à utiliser les outils et fonctionnalités de MyHeritage pour esquisser, écrire et partager des histoires familiales avec facilité.
Fri, April 14 2023: 15:00 UTC
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49:19
MyHeritageWriting and Publishing
Tell Better Family Stories with MyHeritage
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.6K views
CC
Free
Tell Better Family Stories with MyHeritage
Often the hardest part of writing an ancestor’s story is getting started. Learn how to use MyHeritage tools and features to outline, write and share family stories with ease.
MyHeritageWriting and Publishing
Tell Better Family Stories with MyHeritage
CC
Free
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.6K views
Often the hardest part of writing an ancestor’s story is getting started. Learn how to use MyHeritage tools and features to outline, write and share family stories with ease.
Fri, April 14 2023: 15:00 UTC
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57:24
Writing and PublishingWebtember
10 Best Self-Publishing Tips for Family Historians
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
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10 Best Self-Publishing Tips for Family Historians
Online services such as Amazon, Lulu, offer a variety of options for self-publishing a family history book. But before you press "publish" there are some important things to know about the process. Learn the 10 best tips to optimize your self-publishing strategy.
Writing and PublishingWebtember
10 Best Self-Publishing Tips for Family Historians
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
Online services such as Amazon, Lulu, offer a variety of options for self-publishing a family history book. But before you press "publish" there are some important things to know about the process. Learn the 10 best tips to optimize your self-publishing strategy.
Fri, September 2 2022: 14:15 UTC
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1:23:39
Software
Notion for Genealogists
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
4.2K views
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Notion for Genealogists
Part database, part note-taking/writing space, part Kanban board, Notion is a FREE all-in-one workspace perfect for managing genealogy research and writing projects. Whether you work on your own or collaborate with a team, learn how Notion can help you customize your workflow to write, plan, and get organized.
Software
Notion for Genealogists
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
4.2K views
Part database, part note-taking/writing space, part Kanban board, Notion is a FREE all-in-one workspace perfect for managing genealogy research and writing projects. Whether you work on your own or collaborate with a team, learn how Notion can help you customize your workflow to write, plan, and get organized.
Wed, May 19 2021: 18:00 UTC
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1:30:46
Historical Records
Ten Best Sources for Determining Your Immigrant Ancestor's Town of Origin
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
7.3K views
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Ten Best Sources for Determining Your Immigrant Ancestor's Town of Origin
Determining your immigrant ancestor's exact town of origin is the key to successful research across the pond. In this webinar, learn about the best US sources that might name your ancestor’s town or village, and how to prioritize your search and set expectations for tracking down key records in foreign...
Historical Records
Ten Best Sources for Determining Your Immigrant Ancestor's Town of Origin
CC
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
7.3K views
Determining your immigrant ancestor's exact town of origin is the key to successful research across the pond. In this webinar, learn about the best US sources that might name your ancestor’s town or village, and how to prioritize your search and set expectations for tracking down key records in foreign...
Wed, December 16 2020: 0:00 UTC
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8:14
Bonus webinarsFamilySearchTechZone
Discover More Records with FamilySearch Image Search
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.5K views
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Discover More Records with FamilySearch Image Search
Learn how to use the Image search to find records for your ancestors that haven't been indexed yet on FamilySearch.
Bonus webinarsFamilySearchTechZone
Discover More Records with FamilySearch Image Search
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.5K views
Learn how to use the Image search to find records for your ancestors that haven't been indexed yet on FamilySearch.
Fri, September 11 2020: 0:00 UTC
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6:47
Bonus webinarsSoftwareTechZone
Get Organized Using Scrivener Printable Index Cards
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
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Get Organized Using Scrivener Printable Index Cards
When using the Scrivener application learn how to create printable index cards to help you organize your writing project.
Bonus webinarsSoftwareTechZone
Get Organized Using Scrivener Printable Index Cards
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
When using the Scrivener application learn how to create printable index cards to help you organize your writing project.
Fri, July 3 2020: 0:00 UTC
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8:12
Bonus webinarsTechZone
Find Records Faster with FamilySearch Clickable Maps
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.8K views
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Find Records Faster with FamilySearch Clickable Maps
Learn how to use the clickable maps on the FamilySearch website for better searching.
Bonus webinarsTechZone
Find Records Faster with FamilySearch Clickable Maps
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.8K views
Learn how to use the clickable maps on the FamilySearch website for better searching.
Fri, June 12 2020: 0:00 UTC
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1:25:21
Technology
Timesaving Apps for Busy Genealogists
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
12.8K views
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Timesaving Apps for Busy Genealogists
“So many ancestors; so little time.” If you find yourself repeating this mantra, come learn about the best timesaving apps and tools to help you get a handle on those backed-up research or photo-scanning projects, society meetings and conferences, and never ending “to-do” lists! Session will include a broad review…
Technology
Timesaving Apps for Busy Genealogists
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
12.8K views
“So many ancestors; so little time.” If you find yourself repeating this mantra, come learn about the best timesaving apps and tools to help you get a handle on those backed-up research or photo-scanning projects, society meetings and conferences, and never ending “to-do” lists! Session will include a broad review…
Wed, May 20 2020: 0:00 UTC
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5:33
Bonus webinarsTechnologyTechZone
Pull Your Favorite Apps into Trello with Power-Ups
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.0K views
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Pull Your Favorite Apps into Trello with Power-Ups
Learn how to add your favorites apps to Trello for increased productivity and functionality.
Bonus webinarsTechnologyTechZone
Pull Your Favorite Apps into Trello with Power-Ups
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.0K views
Learn how to add your favorites apps to Trello for increased productivity and functionality.
Fri, February 14 2020: 0:00 UTC
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54:17
Bonus webinarsHistorical Records
Discovering Immigration Stories from Both Sides of the Pond
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
896 views
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Discovering Immigration Stories from Both Sides of the Pond
There were number of common push pull factors that prompted mass migration from Europe during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Learn about immigration and emigration patterns and how personal circumstances, socio-economic status, and political unrest impacted and influenced your ancestor’s decision to stay or leave.
Bonus webinarsHistorical Records
Discovering Immigration Stories from Both Sides of the Pond
CC
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
896 views
There were number of common push pull factors that prompted mass migration from Europe during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Learn about immigration and emigration patterns and how personal circumstances, socio-economic status, and political unrest impacted and influenced your ancestor’s decision to stay or leave.
Fri, December 13 2019: 0:00 UTC
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50:39
Bonus webinarsMiscellaneous
Letters, Ledgers, and Lodge Books: Finding Ancestors with Untapped Ethnic Resources
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
793 views
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Letters, Ledgers, and Lodge Books: Finding Ancestors with Untapped Ethnic Resources
Untapped ethnic resources such as letters, ledgers, lodge books and other ephemera often contain detailed personal and genealogical information, and yet, they are often overlooked by researchers. Learn how to find these treasures to track your ancestors, and their friends, associates, and neighbors.
Bonus webinarsMiscellaneous
Letters, Ledgers, and Lodge Books: Finding Ancestors with Untapped Ethnic Resources
CC
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
793 views
Untapped ethnic resources such as letters, ledgers, lodge books and other ephemera often contain detailed personal and genealogical information, and yet, they are often overlooked by researchers. Learn how to find these treasures to track your ancestors, and their friends, associates, and neighbors.
Fri, December 13 2019: 0:00 UTC
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55:39
Bonus webinarsHistorical Records
Using Ethnic Newspapers and Publications in Your Genealogy Research
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.0K views
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Using Ethnic Newspapers and Publications in Your Genealogy Research
Ethnic newspapers and publications can often provide biographical and genealogical clues about immigrant ancestors. Learn where to find these rich resources, how to access them, and what details they contain to help with your research.
Bonus webinarsHistorical Records
Using Ethnic Newspapers and Publications in Your Genealogy Research
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.0K views
Ethnic newspapers and publications can often provide biographical and genealogical clues about immigrant ancestors. Learn where to find these rich resources, how to access them, and what details they contain to help with your research.
Fri, December 13 2019: 0:00 UTC
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37:23
MyHeritage
Using Census, Immigration, Newspaper, and Yearbook Records at MyHeritage to Explore the Lives of Your Ancestors
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
593 views
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Using Census, Immigration, Newspaper, and Yearbook Records at MyHeritage to Explore the Lives of Your Ancestors
In genealogy, cluster and collateral research is a key strategy for solving complex brick wall problems. Learn how to use census, immigration, newspaper, and yearbook records at MyHeritage to explore the lives of your ancestors and their inner circles.
MyHeritage
Using Census, Immigration, Newspaper, and Yearbook Records at MyHeritage to Explore the Lives of Your Ancestors
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Free
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
593 views
In genealogy, cluster and collateral research is a key strategy for solving complex brick wall problems. Learn how to use census, immigration, newspaper, and yearbook records at MyHeritage to explore the lives of your ancestors and their inner circles.
Sun, September 8 2019: 0:00 UTC
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48:22
Historical RecordsMyHeritage
Discovering Immigration Stories with MyHeritage
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
620 views
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Free
Discovering Immigration Stories with MyHeritage
Every immigrant has a story. Learn how to leverage the immigration records collection at MyHeritage to uncover key clues and make amazing discoveries about your immigrant ancestors from both sides of the pond.
Historical RecordsMyHeritage
Discovering Immigration Stories with MyHeritage
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Free
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
620 views
Every immigrant has a story. Learn how to leverage the immigration records collection at MyHeritage to uncover key clues and make amazing discoveries about your immigrant ancestors from both sides of the pond.
Sat, September 7 2019: 0:00 UTC
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57:27
Bonus webinarsWriting and Publishing
Formatting Your Family History eBook for Kindle
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
963 views
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Formatting Your Family History eBook for Kindle
Learn the step-by-step process to correctly format a family history eBook for Kindle distribution and the tips and tools to ensure successful self-publishing.
Bonus webinarsWriting and Publishing
Formatting Your Family History eBook for Kindle
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
963 views
Learn the step-by-step process to correctly format a family history eBook for Kindle distribution and the tips and tools to ensure successful self-publishing.
Fri, June 21 2019: 0:00 UTC
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1:29:01
Places and Ethnicities
The 10 Most Useful Databases for Eastern European Research
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
6.4K views
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The 10 Most Useful Databases for Eastern European Research
With more information available online, it is often possible to find key records for your Eastern European ancestors in free and subscription databases. Learn about the various record sets available, how to access them, and how to overcome privacy and language issues and other research roadblocks.
Places and Ethnicities
The 10 Most Useful Databases for Eastern European Research
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
6.4K views
With more information available online, it is often possible to find key records for your Eastern European ancestors in free and subscription databases. Learn about the various record sets available, how to access them, and how to overcome privacy and language issues and other research roadblocks.
Wed, May 15 2019: 0:00 UTC
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1:04:41
Bonus webinarsWriting and Publishing
Formatting Your Family History Book for Print
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.0K views
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Formatting Your Family History Book for Print
Learn the step-by-step process to correctly format a family history book for print distribution and the tips and tools to ensure successful self-publishing.
Bonus webinarsWriting and Publishing
Formatting Your Family History Book for Print
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.0K views
Learn the step-by-step process to correctly format a family history book for print distribution and the tips and tools to ensure successful self-publishing.
Fri, May 10 2019: 0:00 UTC
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50:22
Bonus webinarsWriting and Publishing
Formatting Your Family History eBook for ePub and PDF
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
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Formatting Your Family History eBook for ePub and PDF
Learn the step-by-step process to correctly format a family history eBook for EPUB and PDF distribution and the tips and tools to ensure successful self-publishing.
Bonus webinarsWriting and Publishing
Formatting Your Family History eBook for ePub and PDF
CC
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
Learn the step-by-step process to correctly format a family history eBook for EPUB and PDF distribution and the tips and tools to ensure successful self-publishing.
Fri, April 5 2019: 0:00 UTC
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1:31:19
Places and Ethnicities
10 Eastern European Genealogy Resources You Might be Missing
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.4K views
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10 Eastern European Genealogy Resources You Might be Missing
While church registers are the most popular and useful sources for tracing most Eastern European ancestors, and civil registration of births, marriages, and deaths provide even more details, there are other record groups to be searched that may prove useful, especially in the absence of church and vital records for...
Places and Ethnicities
10 Eastern European Genealogy Resources You Might be Missing
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.4K views
While church registers are the most popular and useful sources for tracing most Eastern European ancestors, and civil registration of births, marriages, and deaths provide even more details, there are other record groups to be searched that may prove useful, especially in the absence of church and vital records for...
Wed, October 24 2018: 0:00 UTC
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1:28:56
Miscellaneous
25 Simple Research Hacks Every Genealogist Should Know
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
8.4K views
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25 Simple Research Hacks Every Genealogist Should Know
Whether you are searching online databases, trying to obtain information from an uncooperative cousin, or need to streamline your research workflow, this webinar will outline 25 simple hacks you can use to get more genealogy done in less time!
Miscellaneous
25 Simple Research Hacks Every Genealogist Should Know
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
8.4K views
Whether you are searching online databases, trying to obtain information from an uncooperative cousin, or need to streamline your research workflow, this webinar will outline 25 simple hacks you can use to get more genealogy done in less time!
Wed, September 19 2018: 0:00 UTC
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51:18
Bonus webinarsWriting and Publishing
No More Blank Pages: 10 Simple Writing Tips for Family Historians
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
4.4K views
No More Blank Pages: 10 Simple Writing Tips for Family Historians
If you are struggling with a blank page, this webinar will provide ten simple tips to find your writing focus and let the words flow!
Bonus webinarsWriting and Publishing
No More Blank Pages: 10 Simple Writing Tips for Family Historians
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
4.4K views
If you are struggling with a blank page, this webinar will provide ten simple tips to find your writing focus and let the words flow!
Fri, January 26 2018: 0:00 UTC
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1:12:37
Bonus webinarsWriting and Publishing
Creating Family History Ebooks: Your Blueprint for Success
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.2K views
Creating Family History Ebooks: Your Blueprint for Success
In this session, you will learn how to find your creative muse to turn your genealogy research into a book fast, then publish it and share with others in three simple steps.
Bonus webinarsWriting and Publishing
Creating Family History Ebooks: Your Blueprint for Success
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.2K views
In this session, you will learn how to find your creative muse to turn your genealogy research into a book fast, then publish it and share with others in three simple steps.
Fri, November 24 2017: 0:00 UTC
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52:29
Bonus webinarsHistorical Records
Cause of Death: Using Coroner's Records for Genealogy
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
Cause of Death: Using Coroner's Records for Genealogy
Coroners got involved in all types of unexplained deaths from drug overdoses to drownings, mishaps to murders, making their records an excellent resource to research for details about an ancestor's untimely death. Learn where to find coroners records and how to mine them for genealogy research clues.
Bonus webinarsHistorical Records
Cause of Death: Using Coroner's Records for Genealogy
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.5K views
Coroners got involved in all types of unexplained deaths from drug overdoses to drownings, mishaps to murders, making their records an excellent resource to research for details about an ancestor's untimely death. Learn where to find coroners records and how to mine them for genealogy research clues.
Fri, November 3 2017: 0:00 UTC
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1:30:13
Miscellaneous
No Easy Button: Using "Immersion Genealogy" to Understand Your Ancestors
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.9K views
No Easy Button: Using "Immersion Genealogy" to Understand Your Ancestors
Learn how to go beyond the same old research strategies through "immersion genealogy" to further understand your ancestors lives.
Miscellaneous
No Easy Button: Using "Immersion Genealogy" to Understand Your Ancestors
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.9K views
Learn how to go beyond the same old research strategies through "immersion genealogy" to further understand your ancestors lives.
Wed, October 4 2017: 0:00 UTC
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1:02:43
Bonus webinarsPlaces and EthnicitiesHistorical Records
Where is That? Using Eastern European Atlases, Maps and Gazetteers
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
593 views
Where is That? Using Eastern European Atlases, Maps and Gazetteers
In this webinar, you will discover genealogy research methods for finding your ancestor's point of origin. Learn how to use tools such as maps, atlases, and gazetteers to research localities through place name changes and ever-shifting political and geographical boundaries.
Bonus webinarsPlaces and EthnicitiesHistorical Records
Where is That? Using Eastern European Atlases, Maps and Gazetteers
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
593 views
In this webinar, you will discover genealogy research methods for finding your ancestor's point of origin. Learn how to use tools such as maps, atlases, and gazetteers to research localities through place name changes and ever-shifting political and geographical boundaries.
Fri, September 8 2017: 0:00 UTC
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1:06:00
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Locating and Accessing Eastern European Civil Records
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
355 views
Locating and Accessing Eastern European Civil Records
In this webinar, learn where to find Eastern European civil registration records, how to access and interpret them, and what rich genealogical clues they contain.
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Locating and Accessing Eastern European Civil Records
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
355 views
In this webinar, learn where to find Eastern European civil registration records, how to access and interpret them, and what rich genealogical clues they contain.
Fri, September 8 2017: 0:00 UTC
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1:08:13
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Locating and Accessing Eastern European Church Records
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
457 views
Locating and Accessing Eastern European Church Records
In this webinar, learn where to find parish records (including baptisms, marriages, deaths/burials, confession lists and more), how to access and interpret them, and what rich genealogical clues they contain.
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Locating and Accessing Eastern European Church Records
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
457 views
In this webinar, learn where to find parish records (including baptisms, marriages, deaths/burials, confession lists and more), how to access and interpret them, and what rich genealogical clues they contain.
Fri, September 8 2017: 0:00 UTC
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1:01:15
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Researching Eastern European Archives from Your Easy Chair
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
684 views
Researching Eastern European Archives from Your Easy Chair
For decades accessing information about Polish, Czech, Slovak, Russian, Ukrainian or other Eastern European ethnic groups was often difficult and expensive, but digitizing efforts have changed the research landscape. Learn which Eastern European archives and other organizations have online records and how to access them from the comfort of home.
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Researching Eastern European Archives from Your Easy Chair
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
684 views
For decades accessing information about Polish, Czech, Slovak, Russian, Ukrainian or other Eastern European ethnic groups was often difficult and expensive, but digitizing efforts have changed the research landscape. Learn which Eastern European archives and other organizations have online records and how to access them from the comfort of home.
Fri, September 8 2017: 0:00 UTC
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1:32:20
Technology
Your Whiteboard in the Cloud: Trello for Genealogists
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
5.1K views
Your Whiteboard in the Cloud: Trello for Genealogists
Learn how Trello—a free project management tool—can help you streamline your genealogy projects, tackle your "to-do" lists, and improve your workflow.
Technology
Your Whiteboard in the Cloud: Trello for Genealogists
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
5.1K views
Learn how Trello—a free project management tool—can help you streamline your genealogy projects, tackle your "to-do" lists, and improve your workflow.
Wed, April 12 2017: 0:00 UTC
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Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Survival Skills for Eastern European Genealogists
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.2K views
Survival Skills for Eastern European Genealogists
Are you lost trying to find your Eastern European ancestors? Do perplexing surnames, confusing geography and records written in unfamiliar languages challenge you at every turn? Learn three key skills to overcome your research roadblocks.
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Survival Skills for Eastern European Genealogists
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.2K views
Are you lost trying to find your Eastern European ancestors? Do perplexing surnames, confusing geography and records written in unfamiliar languages challenge you at every turn? Learn three key skills to overcome your research roadblocks.
Tue, April 11 2017: 0:00 UTC
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1:01:35
Bonus webinarsSoftware
Scrivener Software 5 of 5: Scrivener Ninja Tips and Tricks
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
759 views
Scrivener Software 5 of 5: Scrivener Ninja Tips and Tricks
Learn how to use Scrivener's cool tools and features such as, Snapshots, Collections, ScratchPad, Customized icons, Import Webpages working with Templates, and more to power up your family history writing projects. Plus, as a bonus you will get a sneak peek at Scrivener for iOS (the app for iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch).
Bonus webinarsSoftware
Scrivener Software 5 of 5: Scrivener Ninja Tips and Tricks
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
759 views
Learn how to use Scrivener's cool tools and features such as, Snapshots, Collections, ScratchPad, Customized icons, Import Webpages working with Templates, and more to power up your family history writing projects. Plus, as a bonus you will get a sneak peek at Scrivener for iOS (the app for iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch).
Mon, August 29 2016: 0:00 UTC
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40:42
Bonus webinarsSoftware
Scrivener Software 4 of 5: Compiling and Publishing with Scrivener
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
916 views
Scrivener Software 4 of 5: Compiling and Publishing with Scrivener
Learn how to compile and export your writing projects for popular formats for print or electronic publishing. View a sample eBook produced with Scrivener.
Bonus webinarsSoftware
Scrivener Software 4 of 5: Compiling and Publishing with Scrivener
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
916 views
Learn how to compile and export your writing projects for popular formats for print or electronic publishing. View a sample eBook produced with Scrivener.
Mon, August 29 2016: 0:00 UTC
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41:31
Bonus webinarsSoftware
Scrivener Software 3 of 5: Footnotes, Endnotes and Formatting in Scrivener
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.7K views
Scrivener Software 3 of 5: Footnotes, Endnotes and Formatting in Scrivener
Learn how to incorporate footnotes, endnotes, comments, and other key formatting features in Scrivener.
Bonus webinarsSoftware
Scrivener Software 3 of 5: Footnotes, Endnotes and Formatting in Scrivener
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.7K views
Learn how to incorporate footnotes, endnotes, comments, and other key formatting features in Scrivener.
Mon, August 29 2016: 0:00 UTC
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58:07
Bonus webinarsSoftware
Scrivener Software 2 of 5: Storyboarding and Editing with Scrivener
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.0K views
Scrivener Software 2 of 5: Storyboarding and Editing with Scrivener
Learn how to use Scrivener's corkboard to visually outline your writing project and how to quickly and easily edit your existing work.
Bonus webinarsSoftware
Scrivener Software 2 of 5: Storyboarding and Editing with Scrivener
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.0K views
Learn how to use Scrivener's corkboard to visually outline your writing project and how to quickly and easily edit your existing work.
Mon, August 29 2016: 0:00 UTC
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1:19:35
Bonus webinarsSoftware
Scrivener Software 1 of 5: Getting Started with Scrivener
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
5.0K views
Scrivener Software 1 of 5: Getting Started with Scrivener
Learn the basics of how to use Scrivener, the powerful word processing and project management tool by Literature and Latte to use for all your family history writing projects. In this beginning webinar, learn how to download Scrivener, set up a project, use the Scrivener templates, and get acquainted with…
Bonus webinarsSoftware
Scrivener Software 1 of 5: Getting Started with Scrivener
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
5.0K views
Learn the basics of how to use Scrivener, the powerful word processing and project management tool by Literature and Latte to use for all your family history writing projects. In this beginning webinar, learn how to download Scrivener, set up a project, use the Scrivener templates, and get acquainted with…
Mon, August 29 2016: 0:00 UTC
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1:29:28
Historical Records
Navigating Naturalization Records
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
4.3K views
Navigating Naturalization Records
First papers, petitions, certificates and registrations. These are some of the key documents for Naturalization--the process to apply to become a U.S. citizen. Due to changing laws and an evolving process over time, locating the appropriate official paperwork can often be a challenging task for family historians. In this…
Historical Records
Navigating Naturalization Records
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
4.3K views
First papers, petitions, certificates and registrations. These are some of the key documents for Naturalization--the process to apply to become a U.S. citizen. Due to changing laws and an evolving process over time, locating the appropriate official paperwork can often be a challenging task for family historians. In this…
Wed, July 6 2016: 0:00 UTC
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1:01:18
Bonus webinarsHistorical Records
Tracing Immigrant Ancestors: Advanced Tips and Techniques
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.4K views
Tracing Immigrant Ancestors: Advanced Tips and Techniques
Frustrated by the search for your immigrant ancestor's arrival record? In this webinar, learn some advanced tips and techniques for mining online passenger databases with tools such as Steve Morse's One-Step Web Pages, and how to find clues about an ancestor's immigration in other records such as censuses, port of…
Bonus webinarsHistorical Records
Tracing Immigrant Ancestors: Advanced Tips and Techniques
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.4K views
Frustrated by the search for your immigrant ancestor's arrival record? In this webinar, learn some advanced tips and techniques for mining online passenger databases with tools such as Steve Morse's One-Step Web Pages, and how to find clues about an ancestor's immigration in other records such as censuses, port of…
Mon, June 20 2016: 0:00 UTC
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52:26
Bonus webinarsHistorical Records
Tracing Immigrant Ancestors: the Other Ports
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.8K views
Tracing Immigrant Ancestors: the Other Ports
Can't find your ancestors in New York Passenger Lists? Perhaps your immigrant ancestor arrived at another location. In this webinar learn how to locate and search for passenger lists for Boston, Baltimore, Philadelphia New Orleans, San Francisco, and Galveston, as well as other minor ports.
Bonus webinarsHistorical Records
Tracing Immigrant Ancestors: the Other Ports
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.8K views
Can't find your ancestors in New York Passenger Lists? Perhaps your immigrant ancestor arrived at another location. In this webinar learn how to locate and search for passenger lists for Boston, Baltimore, Philadelphia New Orleans, San Francisco, and Galveston, as well as other minor ports.
Mon, June 20 2016: 0:00 UTC
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1:00:25
Bonus webinarsHistorical RecordsPlaces and Ethnicities
Tracing Immigrant Ancestors in New York Passenger Lists
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.3K views
Tracing Immigrant Ancestors in New York Passenger Lists
The Port of New York was the largest and perhaps most famous port of arrival for many of our immigrant ancestors. In this webinar, you will learn where to find New York passenger lists, what genealogy information they will provide, and tips and tricks for searching online records in the…
Bonus webinarsHistorical RecordsPlaces and Ethnicities
Tracing Immigrant Ancestors in New York Passenger Lists
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.3K views
The Port of New York was the largest and perhaps most famous port of arrival for many of our immigrant ancestors. In this webinar, you will learn where to find New York passenger lists, what genealogy information they will provide, and tips and tricks for searching online records in the…
Mon, June 20 2016: 0:00 UTC
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1:04:09
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Hidden Gems of the Keystone State – Finding Land, Military, Ethnic, and Overlooked Records (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.4K views
Hidden Gems of the Keystone State – Finding Land, Military, Ethnic, and Overlooked Records (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Pennsylvania has a plethora of resources useful to genealogists. Learn about the hidden gems of the Keystone state and how to find land, military, ethnic, and other overlooked records.
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Hidden Gems of the Keystone State – Finding Land, Military, Ethnic, and Overlooked Records (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.4K views
Pennsylvania has a plethora of resources useful to genealogists. Learn about the hidden gems of the Keystone state and how to find land, military, ethnic, and other overlooked records.
Mon, February 1 2016: 0:00 UTC
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1:03:13
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Exploring Pennsylvania's Best Libraries and Repositories (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.3K views
Exploring Pennsylvania's Best Libraries and Repositories (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Pennsylvania has a rich history to explore. Through this webinar, we will take a virtual tour of some of the best libraries and repositories in the Keystone state.
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Exploring Pennsylvania's Best Libraries and Repositories (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.3K views
Pennsylvania has a rich history to explore. Through this webinar, we will take a virtual tour of some of the best libraries and repositories in the Keystone state.
Mon, February 1 2016: 0:00 UTC
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51:51
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
What's a Prothonotary? Pennsylvania Court and Legal Records (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.2K views
What's a Prothonotary? Pennsylvania Court and Legal Records (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Learn how to research Pennsylvania Prothonotary and other key legal records to find out key details about your Keystone state ancestors.
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
What's a Prothonotary? Pennsylvania Court and Legal Records (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.2K views
Learn how to research Pennsylvania Prothonotary and other key legal records to find out key details about your Keystone state ancestors.
Mon, February 1 2016: 0:00 UTC
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49:16
Places and Ethnicities
Locating Pennsylvania Vital and Religious Records (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
3.3K views
Locating Pennsylvania Vital and Religious Records (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Vital records are key documents for learning more about your Pennsylvania ancestors. Learn about online and offline resources for civil birth marriage, and death registers, and how to obtain baptismal, burial, marriage, and other religious records in the Keystone state.
Places and Ethnicities
Locating Pennsylvania Vital and Religious Records (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
3.3K views
Vital records are key documents for learning more about your Pennsylvania ancestors. Learn about online and offline resources for civil birth marriage, and death registers, and how to obtain baptismal, burial, marriage, and other religious records in the Keystone state.
Mon, February 1 2016: 0:00 UTC
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45:41
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
East, West, and In-Between: Navigating Pennsylvania's Counties and Their Resources (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.9K views
East, West, and In-Between: Navigating Pennsylvania's Counties and Their Resources (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Learn how to navigate Pennsylvania's counties and where to find records and resources for your Keystone state ancestors.
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
East, West, and In-Between: Navigating Pennsylvania's Counties and Their Resources (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
1.9K views
Learn how to navigate Pennsylvania's counties and where to find records and resources for your Keystone state ancestors.
Mon, January 25 2016: 0:00 UTC
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45:03
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Best Online Resources for Pennsylvania Genealogy (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
4.1K views
Best Online Resources for Pennsylvania Genealogy (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Pennsylvania has an abundance of resources for genealogists, and the good news is that many of them can now be accessed online. In this webinar, you'll discover what digitized resources are available for Pennsylvania Research and how to search them to learn more about your Keystone State ancestors.
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Best Online Resources for Pennsylvania Genealogy (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
4.1K views
Pennsylvania has an abundance of resources for genealogists, and the good news is that many of them can now be accessed online. In this webinar, you'll discover what digitized resources are available for Pennsylvania Research and how to search them to learn more about your Keystone State ancestors.
Thu, September 17 2015: 0:00 UTC
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42:45
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Beginning Czech Genealogy Research (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.1K views
Beginning Czech Genealogy Research (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Curious about your Czech roots but don't know where to begin? This webinar will cover strategies for tracing your Czech roots over here and over there.
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Beginning Czech Genealogy Research (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.1K views
Curious about your Czech roots but don't know where to begin? This webinar will cover strategies for tracing your Czech roots over here and over there.
Thu, September 3 2015: 0:00 UTC
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1:00:06
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Beginning Slovak Genealogy Research (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.3K views
Beginning Slovak Genealogy Research (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Curious about your Slovak roots but don't know where to begin? This webinar will provide an overview of how to begin the research process using both traditional and online sources. Learn how to identify your ancestral village, locate and interpret vital records, trace ancestors through census and immigration records, utilize…
Bonus webinarsPlaces and Ethnicities
Beginning Slovak Genealogy Research (BONUS webinar for subscribers)
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.3K views
Curious about your Slovak roots but don't know where to begin? This webinar will provide an overview of how to begin the research process using both traditional and online sources. Learn how to identify your ancestral village, locate and interpret vital records, trace ancestors through census and immigration records, utilize…
Thu, September 3 2015: 0:00 UTC
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1:31:10
Places and Ethnicities
Break Down Brick Walls in Eastern European Research – Tips, Tools and Tricks
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
3.6K views
Break Down Brick Walls in Eastern European Research – Tips, Tools and Tricks
Through sample case studies, learn about lesser-utilized research tactics, key resources and repositories to find your elusive Eastern European ancestors.
Places and Ethnicities
Break Down Brick Walls in Eastern European Research – Tips, Tools and Tricks
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
3.6K views
Through sample case studies, learn about lesser-utilized research tactics, key resources and repositories to find your elusive Eastern European ancestors.
Wed, September 2 2015: 0:00 UTC
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1:35:47
SoftwareWriting and Publishing
Storyboard Your Family History
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
6.2K views
Storyboard Your Family History
Learn how the Scrivener software, a multifaceted word processor and project management tool, can help you plot, organize, and write your family history narrative, prepare research reports, and much more. (Attendees are encouraged to download the free trial (PC or Mac) prior to webinar to maximize the learning experience).
SoftwareWriting and Publishing
Storyboard Your Family History
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
6.2K views
Learn how the Scrivener software, a multifaceted word processor and project management tool, can help you plot, organize, and write your family history narrative, prepare research reports, and much more. (Attendees are encouraged to download the free trial (PC or Mac) prior to webinar to maximize the learning experience).
Wed, July 29 2015: 0:00 UTC
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1:33:50
Writing and Publishing
Crafting Ancestor Profiles from Start to Finish
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
8.4K views
Crafting Ancestor Profiles from Start to Finish
Starting one ancestor at a time is often the best way to get going with writing your family history. Learn how to craft compelling ancestor profiles from start to finish and how to effectively weave them into a larger narrative. Attendees are invited to submit a draft of a 500…
Writing and Publishing
Crafting Ancestor Profiles from Start to Finish
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
8.4K views
Starting one ancestor at a time is often the best way to get going with writing your family history. Learn how to craft compelling ancestor profiles from start to finish and how to effectively weave them into a larger narrative. Attendees are invited to submit a draft of a 500…
Wed, March 11 2015: 0:00 UTC
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1:32:42
Methodology and Skills
Research Recharge – Turning Old Clues into New Leads
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
5.1K views
Research Recharge – Turning Old Clues into New Leads
Have you hit an impasse in your research? Are you searching the same databases or record groups and getting the same old results? Learn fresh ways of looking at data you've already collected, strategies for smarter searching your favorite databases (and new ones) for clues, and tips for identifying what…
Methodology and Skills
Research Recharge – Turning Old Clues into New Leads
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
5.1K views
Have you hit an impasse in your research? Are you searching the same databases or record groups and getting the same old results? Learn fresh ways of looking at data you've already collected, strategies for smarter searching your favorite databases (and new ones) for clues, and tips for identifying what…
Fri, August 8 2014: 0:00 UTC
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1:30:55
Writing and Publishing
10 Ways to Jumpstart Your Family History Narrative
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
4.9K views
10 Ways to Jumpstart Your Family History Narrative
If writing your family history narrative is one of those tasks on your "to-do" list that you just can't seem to start, this webinar will help you get there. Learn ten simple ways to get those creative juices flowing so you can stop procrastinating and start writing yours!
Writing and Publishing
10 Ways to Jumpstart Your Family History Narrative
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
4.9K views
If writing your family history narrative is one of those tasks on your "to-do" list that you just can't seem to start, this webinar will help you get there. Learn ten simple ways to get those creative juices flowing so you can stop procrastinating and start writing yours!
Fri, June 13 2014: 0:00 UTC
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1:30:35
Places and Ethnicities
Researching Your Ohio Ancestors
Chris Staats
5.1K views
Researching Your Ohio Ancestors
If you have ancestors who lived in or passed through Ohio, you'll find a wealth of documents waiting for you online, and at archives, libraries, and repositories. Discover what records are available, where they are located, and how to utilize them to trace your roots in the Buckeye state.
Places and Ethnicities
Researching Your Ohio Ancestors
Chris Staats
5.1K views
If you have ancestors who lived in or passed through Ohio, you'll find a wealth of documents waiting for you online, and at archives, libraries, and repositories. Discover what records are available, where they are located, and how to utilize them to trace your roots in the Buckeye state.
Wed, November 13 2013: 0:00 UTC
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Miscellaneous
Ten Hidden Resources Every Genealogist Should Know
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
8.1K views
Ten Hidden Resources Every Genealogist Should Know
Genealogists are creatures of habit. We tend to research the familiar - using the most common, popular, or convenient databases or records. But there are plenty of other resources available - if you know where to look! In this Webinar, we'll review ten you might be missing!
Miscellaneous
Ten Hidden Resources Every Genealogist Should Know
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
8.1K views
Genealogists are creatures of habit. We tend to research the familiar - using the most common, popular, or convenient databases or records. But there are plenty of other resources available - if you know where to look! In this Webinar, we'll review ten you might be missing!
Wed, May 22 2013: 0:00 UTC
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1:30:00
Places and Ethnicities
Best Internet Resources for East European Genealogy
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.3K views
Best Internet Resources for East European Genealogy
With more information coming online and greater access to records, there's never been a better time to research your Eastern European ancestors. Learn about the best Internet resources for locating records, maps, networking with fellow researchers, and tracking down information abroad.
Places and Ethnicities
Best Internet Resources for East European Genealogy
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
2.3K views
With more information coming online and greater access to records, there's never been a better time to research your Eastern European ancestors. Learn about the best Internet resources for locating records, maps, networking with fellow researchers, and tracking down information abroad.
Wed, January 23 2013: 0:00 UTC
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Beyond the Arrival Date: Extracting More from Passenger Lists
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
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Beyond the Arrival Date: Extracting More from Passenger Lists
Passenger lists provide key information about an ancestor's arrival in the New World. But there are additional hidden clues you on them you might be missing. Learn how to really examine these lists to get more of the story!
Historical Records
Beyond the Arrival Date: Extracting More from Passenger Lists
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
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Passenger lists provide key information about an ancestor's arrival in the New World. But there are additional hidden clues you on them you might be missing. Learn how to really examine these lists to get more of the story!
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Researching Your Pennsylvania Ancestors
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
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Researching Your Pennsylvania Ancestors
Pennsylvania has a plethora of archives, libraries, and repositories, where you'll find a wealth of documents to help you unlock key details about your ancestors. Discover what records are available, where they are located and how to utilize them to trace your roots in the Keystone state.
Places and Ethnicities
Researching Your Pennsylvania Ancestors
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
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Pennsylvania has a plethora of archives, libraries, and repositories, where you'll find a wealth of documents to help you unlock key details about your ancestors. Discover what records are available, where they are located and how to utilize them to trace your roots in the Keystone state.
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Digital Writing Tools for Genealogists
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
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Digital Writing Tools for Genealogists
Telling your family's story just got a whole lot easier thanks to a number of cloud-based notetaking and writing tools and apps you can access from home, your netbook, iPad or tablet, and even your smartphone. Learn about the latest tech tools and writing apps for bringing your family's story…
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Digital Writing Tools for Genealogists
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Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
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Telling your family's story just got a whole lot easier thanks to a number of cloud-based notetaking and writing tools and apps you can access from home, your netbook, iPad or tablet, and even your smartphone. Learn about the latest tech tools and writing apps for bringing your family's story…
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Tracing Immigrant Ancestors
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
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Tracing Immigrant Ancestors
America is a nation of immigrants, comprised of people who left home to find a better life for themselves and their families. Tracking down your immigrant ancestors can often be a daunting task. This session will show you tips and tricks for locating and searching passenger lists and other key…
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Tracing Immigrant Ancestors
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
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America is a nation of immigrants, comprised of people who left home to find a better life for themselves and their families. Tracking down your immigrant ancestors can often be a daunting task. This session will show you tips and tricks for locating and searching passenger lists and other key…
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Ready, Set, Write! Share Your Family's Story
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
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Ready, Set, Write! Share Your Family's Story
You've gathered the facts, interviewed your relatives and entered the names, dates, and places into Legacy. Now what? Family history is so much more than just a collection of facts or charts. In this webinar, presented by professional writer, Lisa Alzo, you'll learn key techniques and tools for documenting your…
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Ready, Set, Write! Share Your Family's Story
Lisa A. Alzo, M.F.A.
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You've gathered the facts, interviewed your relatives and entered the names, dates, and places into Legacy. Now what? Family history is so much more than just a collection of facts or charts. In this webinar, presented by professional writer, Lisa Alzo, you'll learn key techniques and tools for documenting your…
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