The Video of the April 11 Meeting with Allison Ryall is posted in the members only section, no handout.
Welcome to Pastfinders!
Welcome to the Pastfinders of South Lake County Website.
We are located in Clermont, Florida (From Gem of the Hills to Choice of Champions). The Cooper Memorial Library's (CML) Genealogy Room is our base of operation with monthly meetings, genealogy help sessions, computer users’ classes, Beginner Classes, and special events.
Pastfinders mission is to educate the public on the art and science of preserving family history. Learning about your roots, where you came from, and the struggles your family made to get you where you are today can open one’s eyes to what kind of pioneers our ancestors were.
All the classes Pastfinders of South Lake County Genealogical Society conducts are open to the public and most are free to attend. Our meetings are held from September to May.
During the summer months the only scheduled activity is a weekly Summer Genealogy Chat at the library.
Please see the event calendar on the menu bar for more detail or contact us by Email at info@pastfindersslc.org for more information.
Thursday, May 9 - Pastfinders May Meeting
Meet at the Library (Room 108) at 4:00 PM for Meet and Greet.
Meet on Zoom at 4:30 PM for introductions
Announcements will start at 4:45 PM
Presentation by Daniel Horowitz begins at 5:00 PM
Leveraging Social Media for Genealogical Research
(Hybrid Presentation)
In this session, Daniel Horowitz will show you how to harness the power of social media for genealogy. Learn how you can use Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, and other platforms to connect with relatives, learn about your ancestors, obtain new photos and details, crowdsource translations and answers to your questions, and much more.
How to Attend:
- If you are attending this event In-Person, it is held at the Cooper Memorial Library in the 2nd floor Genealogy Room. Come at 4 PM for snacks / meet and greet.
- If you are attending this event Virtually, you will need to Register! Once you register you will receive an email with the link to join on the day of the meeting. Zoom starts at 4:30 PM.
- Register for Zoom Link
Your Genealogical Journey Starts Here!
Come to Cooper Memorial Library to learn how to be a Family Historian.
Beginner Genealogy Classes in Room 221 - 1:00 to 3:00 PM.
Registration is Suggested, but Walk-ins are always welcome.
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Session 2 - April 17, 2024
Session 3 - May 1, 2024
For more information about class details, go to the Events Calendar or click on this LINK
Please arrive early, seating is limited.
Irish SIG Members please find documents for your review behind the membership wall from previous meetings.
Your host will maintain an email distribution list. You will receive an email several days prior to the meeting with your Zoom link.
How about hosting a special interest group! Do you have a passion for a topic? You do not have to be an expert, just willing to share your special knowledge. We would love to have you host a SIG. Things like DNA, German, British, Or a Research SIG would be fun.
