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12 RootsTech Classes to Keep You Motivated in Your Genealogy

It’s the week after RootsTech 2023 and I’m feeling bummed that it’s over. I love the inspiration that this event provides and the family history high that I’m just now coming down from.  I still want to learn all things family history so that’s why I turn to past Rootstech classes to keep me motivated. They have saved...

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My All Time 5 Favorite RootsTech 2022 Classes

Every time I come to RootsTech I struggle with parts of myself that want different things. There’s a part that wants to do better research and dive deep into the obscure records. There’s another part that loves everything about stories and life histories and how to make them sound better and be better. Still another part just wants to...

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Family Search Blog: A Reliable Resource for YOU

Did you know that Family Search has a blog? I didn’t! It was a couple years ago that I stumbled across it myself and it’s an amazing resource. I think we are accustomed to using Google as our main research tool when learning about a topic. But the Family Search blog has a lot to offer as well in this area. So let me show you what it has...

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RootsTech Connect and 4 Valuable Classes from it

Do you want to learn more about genealogy by taking classes? It’s challenging to find the right fit for your time and budget. But at Family Search you get a link to RootsTech Connect, which is the virtual platform for RootsTech 2021. They held the official event in February, but you can still watch classes on a variety of subjects either by...

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How to Make RootsTech 2021 Successful for You

Rootstech 2021 is only a week away and I can’t wait! This year it’s going to be different because it’s all virtual and all free! Yep, all free! First time ever! I’ve been to three Rootstechs in the past and I’ve learned from each one. But this year will be even more learning and all in the comfort of our homes. Who...

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Connect with Your Family with these Useful Genealogy Gifts

Are you still looking for ways to share your family history with your family? The holidays are coming up or a birthday and you want to get them something that’s a little more personal this year? Then let me share some family history gifts that my family loves. I’ve had the desire to share more family history with my non-family history...

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What You CAN Do with a RootsTech Virtual Pass

Are you unable to go to RootsTech in person this year? It’s happening on Feb. 26, 2020. There’s still time for you to purchase the RootsTech virtual pass and learn from your home. Here is what I learned from my virtual learning experience!Virtual Pass ClassesRootsTech offers a virtual pass that costs $129 and gives you access to 30...

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How to Prepare for RootsTech like a Pro

What is RootsTech you ask? It’s only one of the biggest genealogy conferences in the U.S. that’s all. It’s coming up on Feb. 26-29, 2020. It’s not too late to sign up for this important event. If you haven’t signed up for it and you’re interested then here’s the link. In this article, let’s talk to...

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RootsTech and Becoming a Professional Genealogist

RootsTech logoHello everyone! How’s it going this week? It’s Roots Tech week! What’s that you say? It’s a genealogy convention held in Salt Lake City, UT that covers everything genealogy.  They have classes on just about everything, DNA, photos, preservation, tech, regional research, maps, social media, latest news and trends, etc.  They...

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