As the summer heat begins to wane and the children don their backpacks, the spirit of education is in the air. September’s “Back to School” season is a time of renewal and fresh starts, but it also offers a unique opportunity to explore a different kind of journey: the journey into our past through genealogy.
The Las Vegas Valley: A perfect place for genealogical exploration. There a number of genealogical societies and libraries that ramp up their programming in the fall.
Workshops, seminars, and classes on genealogy become more available, providing valuable resources and networking opportunities for both beginners and seasoned researchers.
For example, The Clark County Nevada Genealogical Society (CCNGS) has a variety of classes and programs planned this Fall:
September, 21, 2024, 10:00 am – Noon: CCNGS Secretary, Kelly Barrett, will present “A Quick and Dirty Guide for Reading Old Handwriting & Script.”
September 26, 2024, Noon – 2:00 pm: Lunch & Learn, Lee Nishimoto from the Family Search Center will present “Ohio – The Great Land Experiment – How these lands were set aside for specific groups. Great clues for research.”
October 19, 2024, 10:00 am – Noon: CCNGS VP-Operations, Kharisma Rodriquez, will present “Until There Are None: A Look Into Forensic Genetic Genealogy.”
November 30, 2024, Noon – 2:00 pm: A special Lunch & Learn provided by CCNGS member, John Meyer: “Create Your Family Health Pedigree Chart.”
All presentations will be conducted at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S Green Valley Parkway, Henderson. Visit CCNGS.org to see other educational opportunities.
Additionally, other genealogy groups in the Las Vegas Valley offer a variety of classes and programs. Check the following websites for their offerings: NV-AAGS.com, Nevada African American Genealogy Society; and JGSSN.org, the Jewish Genealogy Society of Southern Nevada.
Keep in mind that remembering one’s genealogy can have a profound personal impact.
