Genealogy 101 Winter Course: A seven week introduction to genealogy offered to anyone seeking to learn more about family history and genealogy research. The instructor is Marian Harrison. The seven classes are held on consecutive Wednesdays. The curriculum covers several topics and research information for participants such as internet use, free versus pay websites, personal histories, photography, census, military records, land records, wills, birth and death records, etc. This is a wonderful beginning for anyone with an interest in genealgy that needs a place to start learning. There is a nominal cost of $35 for the entire seven week course, which includes all materials plus an annual membership to the Genealogical Society of South Brevard. The membership will include several benefits such as publications and full access to the GSSB website. Participants may pre-register by contacting Marian by email or on the first day of class. Email Marian Harrison at utterrel@gmail.com for more details or if you have questions.

 

OPEN HOUSE - The Genealogical Society of South Brevard will hold an an all day public Open House to celebrate another milestone of serving our members and the public with genealogy services and activities. Formed in 1974, we will celebrate 45 years on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at the Melbourne Public Library on Fee Avenue. The open house will be from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. so mark your calendar and come celebrate with us.

          There will be snacks and coffee for attendees and several activities, with volunteers available to speak with visitors about family history and talk about the many benefits of membership in the GSSB, including our monthly programs and special seminars and workshops sponsored by the GSSB. Research supplies will be available to hand out along with possible assistance completing special lookup requests. There will be a number of displays and interesting examples of the work of the members of the society.

          Attendees can take a guided tour of the GSSB Family History Resource Room within the library and obtain information about special resources accessible there. They will also learn how our volunteers assist researchers when they visit the library.  

Genealogy 101 Fall Course: A seven week introduction to genealogy offered to anyone seeking to learn more about family history and genealogy research. The instructor is Marian Harrison. The seven classes are held on consecutive Wednesdays (evenings). The curriculum covers several topics and research information for participants such as internet use, free versus pay websites, personal histories, photography, census, military records, land records, wills, birth and death records, etc. This is a wonderful beginning for anyone with an interest in genealgy that needs a place to start learning. There is a nominal cost of $35 for the entire seven week course, which includes all materials plus an annual membership to the Genealogical Society of South Brevard. The membership will include several benefits such as publications and full access to the GSSB website. Participants may pre-register by contacting Marian by email or on the first day of class. Email Marian Harrison at utterrel@gmail.com for more details or if you have questions.