Online events for genealogical research that SGES believes may be of interest, listed as a public service only.
These events are not sponsored by SGES, nor do they have any affiliation with SGES unless otherwise noted.
Some events may have a fee, so be sure to check!
Events are listed in date order.
Some events are listed in Central time (CST)
Access to all events will be through GoToWebinar. Instructions and Connectivity Link will be forwarded via email to all registrants upon registration, six days prior and again 1 hour prior to the event. Making the connection is quick and easy only requiring a computer and Internet connectivity
Some events are listed in Central time (CST)
Access to all events will be through GoToWebinar. Instructions and Connectivity Link will be forwarded via email to all registrants upon registration, six days prior and again 1 hour prior to the event. Making the connection is quick and easy only requiring a computer and Internet connectivity from wherever you chose to watch the event. Your questions help drive the meetings, and we will be there to help each other.
American Ancestors
Free Online Lecture
From Dates to Stories: How Timelines Can Transform Your Family History Research
December 11, 2025, 3–4 p.m. (ET)
Presented by Rhonda R. McClure
Register here
When examining records, it can be easy to make the misstep of simply filling in the dates on our family trees and continuing with our researc
American Ancestors
Free Online Lecture
From Dates to Stories: How Timelines Can Transform Your Family History Research
December 11, 2025, 3–4 p.m. (ET)
Presented by Rhonda R. McClure
Register here
When examining records, it can be easy to make the misstep of simply filling in the dates on our family trees and continuing with our research, or even ignoring some dates all together. In this online lecture, Senior Genealogist Rhonda R. McClure will discuss how dates can contain important clues for your family history research. In particular, she will discuss how examining dates in relation to one another in a timeline can shed light on new insights and stories hidden within your family tree.
Mapping Our Past
will showcase our Lewis Ansbacher Map Collection alongside other map collections.
FREE but must Register
On January 17, 10:00 - 12:30
we're hosting two expert lectures on Florida cartography:
Uncharted Territory.
FGCU Archivist Vitoria Jones shares the ambitious project to digitize 10,000+ maps documenting Southw
Mapping Our Past
will showcase our Lewis Ansbacher Map Collection alongside other map collections.
FREE but must Register
On January 17, 10:00 - 12:30
we're hosting two expert lectures on Florida cartography:
Uncharted Territory.
FGCU Archivist Vitoria Jones shares the ambitious project to digitize 10,000+ maps documenting Southwest Florida's ecological and social changes, plus their collaborations with environmental scientists.
Charting the Land of Flowers: 500 Years of Florida Maps.
Rodney Kite-Powell traces Florida's dramatic transformation through historic maps from 1511 to satellite imagery.
The event is free, but registration is required since we have limited seating. I've attached a copy of our flyer which you are free to print and/or share with others. I am happy to provide any additional information you might need.
Event Details:
Let's Discuss It
When: Saturday, January 31, 2026 10:00 AM, CST
Where: Virtual via GoToWebinar
Let's Discuss It! by John Ware
Join our popular discussion group and learn what is trending in Genealogy.
John is a retired Pharmaceutical Research Chemist and Project Systems Analyst. John has been married for over 50 years to
Let's Discuss It
When: Saturday, January 31, 2026 10:00 AM, CST
Where: Virtual via GoToWebinar
Let's Discuss It! by John Ware
Join our popular discussion group and learn what is trending in Genealogy.
John is a retired Pharmaceutical Research Chemist and Project Systems Analyst. John has been married for over 50 years to his high school sweetheart and they have two children and two grandchildren. He began family research in the 60’s Investigating both his adopted and biological lines. He is a member of several genealogical societies. He has served as a board member of the Tennessee Genealogical Society in several capacities and is the current Director of Education and Vice President.
Access will be through GoToWebinar. Instructions and Connectivity Link will be forwarded via email to all registrants upon registration, six days prior and again 1 hour prior to the event. Making the connection is quick and easy only requiring a computer and Internet connectivity from wherever you chose to watch the event. Your questions help drive the meetings, and we will be there to help each other.
RootsTech 2026 Class Topics Announced
March 5-7 2026
The three-day family history celebration is packed with:
Use the scheduling tool to create your personalized RootsTech experience. Then sit back, relax, and get ready for an unforgettable event.
