Three-Part Series

Part I

The Do’s and Don’ts of Long Distance Genealogy Projects
Program Description: Bill Cole has conducted long-distance genealogy projects in the United States, Canada, and England.  He will share his “lessons learned” including what to do and what not to do to produce successful results.  As an added bonus, his English research partner for the past four years will add her perspectives.  This program is a must for anyone considering or doing any type of long-distance genealogy projects. 

Presentation time 75 minutes + Q&A 15 minutes maximum.  

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Background information on Bill Cole.  Bill Cole, M.A., is a top-notch communicator, master storyteller and author.  His presentations are informational, impactful, and inspirational.  A passionate genealogist and family historian, he’s also a renowned executive coach and professional speaker/trainer. Bill currently serves as vice president of the Sacramento German Genealogy Society and co-chaired the 2017 and 2019 International German Genealogy Conferences.

Bill is pleased to welcome and co-present with his English research partner for four years.  To protect her privacy, her name is not yet being released.

Qualifications of Bill Cole’s English Researcher:  She is a professionally qualified and Registered Archivist and Records Manager who has worked in public sector local authority archives, university and private archives and specialist repositories.  She has recent experience in the museums, arts and community archives sectors. She runs a freelance archive consultancy with genealogical research services.  Her professional memberships include Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts; Registered Member of Archives and Records Association; and Museums Association.  Education Background: University of London , MA in Archives and Records Management. University of Leicester BA Single Honours History – specializing in Medieval and Modern British History with Italian subsidiary subject.

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Part II (to be held at the Schoolhouse Museum of the Eastham Historical Society on Thursday morning, September 26): 

Family Surgery one-on-one scheduled consultations 
Signups will be required by calling the library at 508-240-5950. Only 5 slots are available between 9 AM and Noon.  Individuals will be required to bring information on one family line to research and receive guidance on which English records to pursue.  English archivist Nicola Waddington will conduct these sessions.  Individuals will be required to bring information on one family line to research and receive guidance on which English records to pursue.

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Part III Hidden English Records: Barely Known Treasure Troves will be held on Saturday, September 28 at the Library (see calendar listing for description)