Introduction to Family History Next Session TBA 2023 - Bookings are essential
This class is an excellent opportunity for anyone just starting their family history or even an experienced researcher wishing to refresh their skills and learn new techniques.
Bookings are essential. Cost: Members free Non-Members: $10.00, is refundable if joining on the day Contact: booking and information or email: goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com |
Events & Calendar - scroll down for a list of current dates or click on the calendar
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Irish Research - experienced researcher & member Julian Van der Veer is happy to continue assisting members with their Irish questions: genfindit@gmail.com
Events for 2023
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Computer GroupDATE: 17 May, 21 Jun, 10 Jul, 16 Aug, 20 Sep, 18 Oct, 15 Nov 2023
DAY: Wednesday 17 May TIME: 7 pm to 9 pm COST: $2.00 CONTACT: Ann at goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com SUBJECT: Convicts All GCFHS members welcome - just turn up before 7:00 pm Legacy Family Tree Software User GroupDATE: 4 Jun, 6 Aug, 1 Oct, 3 Dec 2023
DAY: Sunday (Bi-monthly) TIME: 1 pm to 3:30 pm COST: $2.00 (cost includes a tea or coffee with a biscuit) CONTACT: Carol at cbrowne@onthenet.com.au This a self-help group for members who use Legacy or want to learn how.
DNA Group - next meeting 2023DATE: 25 Jun, 22 Oct 202
DAY: Sunday (Bi-monthly) TIME: 1 pm to 4 pm COST: $2.00 (cost includes a tea or coffee with a biscuit) SUBJECT: CONTACT: Fay at goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com This is a self-help group for GCFHS members wishing to explore further the use of DNA in their research.
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Scottish GroupDATE: 21 May, 20 Aug, 19 Nov 2023
DAY: Sunday (Tri-monthly) TIME: 1 pm to 4 pm COST: $2.00 (cost includes a tea or coffee with a biscuit) CONTACT: Margaret S. on 5538 1423 or Margaret C. on 5593 1773 This group is for those members who want to learn all things Scottish with the assistance of Margaret S. & Margaret C. who are both very experienced Scottish researchers.
Introduction to Family History ClassThis class is suitable for beginners and intermediate researchers. Be inspired and motivated to continue your family history quest.
Learn how to compile a family tree and set out your information. Discover just how many ways you can track down your family. Find out which resources are freely available to help you in your search and how to determine which branch of the tree is yours. Non Members Welcome: $10.00 (is refundable if joining on the day,) bookings are essential. Bookings essential DATE: Friday - TBA
TIME: 9.00 - 11.00 am CONTACT: Pam on 0447 715 593 or at goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com |
Advanced Class - Beyond the Basics
This class is not suitable for beginners and will include topics such as using Phillimore’s Atlas and Parish Registers, breaking the 1837 barrier, county boundaries and much more. Learn the techniques that will help with your research. Come along and see how enjoyable family research can be. Bookings essential
DATE: Monday, next class TBA
TIME: 9.00 - 11.00 am
Members only
CONTACT: Pam on 0447 715 593 or at goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com
TIME: 9.00 - 11.00 am
Members only
CONTACT: Pam on 0447 715 593 or at goldcoastfamilyhistorysociety@gmail.com