Upcoming Presentations & Workshops for 2025
I am excited to share details about past and upcoming presentations for 2025!
Please note: In-person library workshops are delivered either alongside the Wellington Branch Chair (of the Ontario Genealogical Society) or the Guelph Public Library Archivist.
Past workshops & webinars:
Feb 1st, Mastering German Records Using a Case Study - A Step by Step Approach. Location: Guelph Public Library.
March 20, An Introduction to English Genealogy: Starting Your Ancestral Journey. Location: Wellington County Library, Hillsburgh Branch.
May 13, Genealogy drop-in session, Location: Wellington County Library, Arthur Branch.
May 24, Researching Family History Through Newspapers. Location: Guelph Public Library.
June 24, Mastering German Records Using a Case Study - A Step-by-Step Approach. Online webinar hosted by the Wellington Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society.
Upcoming workshops & webinars:
Saturday, Sept 6, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.
From Deeds to Discoveries: Using ONLAND.ca for Genealogical Research.
In-Person Genealogy Fair at the Wellington County Museum & Archives.
Location: 0536 Wellington County Road 18, Fergus, ON.
To learn more and register for this event, go here:
https://wcma.wellington.ca/programmes-events/events-calendar/genealogy-fair
Thursday, Sept 18, 7:30 pm.
Basics of House History and Land Records Research: A Step-by-Step Approach.
Location: Milton Historical Society, 16 James Street, Milton, ON. To learn more and register for this event, go here:
Saturday, Sept. 27, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
An Introduction to Scottish Genealogy.
Location: Guelph Public Library, Main Library, 100 Norfolk Street, Guelph. To learn more and register for this event, go here:
https://guelphpl.libnet.info/events?_mid_=33076&r=range&start=2025-09-27
Tuesday, October 23, 2:00 - 4:00 pm.
Researching Using Ancestry Programs.
Location: Wellington County Library, Drayton Branch, 106 Wellington Street South, Drayton, ON.
To learn more and register for this event, check this link (as we get closer to the date):
https://wellington.libnet.info/events?n=7&r=range&start=2025-10-23
Saturday, Oct 25, 2:00 - 4:00 pm.
Family History Research Using Ancestry Programs
Location: Guelph Public Library, Main Library, 100 Norfolk Street, Guelph.
Check for event info as the date approaches:
https://guelphpl.libnet.info/events?_mid_=33076&r=range&start=2025-10-25
Tuesday, Nov. 18, 1:30 - 3:30 pm.
Family History Research Using FamilySearch.org.
Location: Wellington County Library, Fergus Branch. 190 St. Andrew Street West, Fergus, ON.
Check for event info as the date approaches:
https://wellington.libnet.info/events?n=7&r=range&start=2025-10-23&end=2025-10-24
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025, 2:00 - 4:00 pm.
Family History Research Using FamilySearch.org.
Location: Guelph Public Library, Main Library, 100 Norfolk Street, Guelph.
Check for event info as the date approaches:
https://guelphpl.libnet.info/events?_mid_=33076&r=range&start=2025-11-22
Presentations Scheduled for 2024
I am thrilled to share a list of presentations planned for 2024. Please check library websites (links at the bottom of the page) to confirm dates and times before planning on attending. Registration is mandatory for all presentations. These are given on behalf of the Wellington Branch of the Ontario Genealogical Society (Ontario Ancestors). I am looking forward to each and every presentation!
-Jan 22 (Monday)(2-4pm) - Elmira Branch (65 Arthur Street South). Family History Research Using Ancestry Library Edition and Ancestry's Subscription-based Programs. Join us for a hands-on computer demonstration and workshop on getting started with Ancestry. Bring your laptop or tablet and your questions on navigating Ancestry (library edition or the subscription based edition)
-February 6 (Tuesday)(5:30-7:30pm) – New Hamburg Branch (145 Huron Street). Family History Research Using Ancestry Library Edition and Ancestry's Subscription-based Programs.
-February 21 (Wednesday)(3-5pm) – Ayr Branch (137 Stanley Street). The Basics of Researching House Histories and Land Records.
-Feb 24 (2-4pm) (Saturday) - Guelph Public Library (100 Norfolk Street). An Introduction to Family History Research. Learn how to research your family history including where to begin, how to gather family stories, determining what records are needed and how to record the information you find.
-March 20 (3-5pm) (Wednesday) – Ayr Branch (137 Stanley Street). Researching Canadian Military Ancestors.
-March 23 (2-4pm) (Saturday) - Guelph Public Library (100 Norfolk Street). A Closer Look at Family History Records. In this session, the various types of records which can provide insight into our ancestor’s lives will be discussed.
-Tuesday, March 26, 2024, on ZOOM at 7:00 p.m. ET Basics of House History and Land Record Research. Join us as Susan explains why researchers are interested in house history and land record research. She will outline the available resources, what you can expect to find, and the process for accessing the key records. Susan will use case studies to provide a “real-life” learning experience.
This is an online webinar. Please go here to register:
https://wellington.ogs.on.ca/events/wellington-branch-basics-of-house-history-and-land-record-research/
-April 17 (2-4pm) (Wednesday) - Ayr Branch (137 Stanley Street). Family History Research through Newspapers.
-April 20 (2-4pm) (Saturday)- Guelph Public Library (100 Norfolk Street). Researching Your Scottish Ancestors.
-May 15 (2-4pm) (Wednesday) -Elmira Branch (65 Arthur St. South). Using Geographical Resources for your Family History Research.
-May 25 May 25 (2-4pm) (Saturday) - Guelph Public Library (100 Norfolk Street). An In-Depth Look at House and Land Records.
Please visit https://wellington.ogs.on.ca/ to register!
March 1st, 2023 - Brantford Public Library
I am delighted to announce that I will be speaking on March 1, 2023, at 2pm, at the Brantford Public Library.
The topic of my presentation will be about how to avoid making assumptions while researching your family history. I hope you will be able to attend!
The event takes place at 2pm. It will be held in the third floor auditorium.