The Heritage Library regularly conducts workshops and lectures on topics of interest to genealogists and others interested in the history of the Low Country, the nation and the world at large. Programs are offered throughout the normal "school year" from September to May.
Whenever possible genealogical topics are scheduled for Wednesday afternoons, with those of a historical or current interest nature reserved for either Tuesdays or Thursdays.
ALL CLASSES ARE OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC. Fees range from $50 for multi-session classes or those involving use of the computing equipment to $20 for single-session classes. Lectures on topics of general historical interst or current events are offered throughout the year from September to May. Fees range from $15 to $25 depending on subject matter and lecturers. Special pricing is available to members of The Heritage Library Foundation.
All programs are conducted in the computer laboratory at the Library. SPACE IS LIMITED AND ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Genealogy Classes 2010-2011
Fall Term
| Date | Description | Instructor |
| Wed. Oct. 6. – 1:30 PM | Starting Family Research, Session One (2 hrs) | Nancy Burke |
| Wed. Oct. 13 – 1:30 PM | Starting Family Research, Session Two (2 hrs) | Nancy Burke |
JUST STARTING INTO FAMILY RESEARCH, THIS IS FOR YOU!
This two part workshop will introduce the first time family researcher to the fascinating field of genealogy, its unique nomenclature and suggested research techniques. It may also be of value to researchers with limited experience who wish to refresh their skills. Participants will receive the textbook “Unpuzzling Your Past” in addition to hand-outs to help guide you in your research.
Fee: $45 Non-members, $40.00 Foundation members
Class size limited, Call 843-686-6560 for registration
| Wed. Oct. 27 – 2 PM | Using Family Tree Maker (2 hrs) | Carol Clemens |
GET WITH THE PROGRAM! USING FAMILY TREE MAKER 2010
If you are using a version of Family Tree Maker prior to 2009, or if you are not familiar with this software at all, this is the class for you! This introduction to FTM 2010 will help you with the basics of entering data into the program. The very different “work space” found in FTM 2009 and 2010 will be clarified. In addition, you will learn how to easily prepare and print charts, reports, timelines etc. Learn how to instantly add on-line information and sources to your tree without having to hand enter the data. Easily view timelines of the events in an individual’s life as related to others in the same family and even as related to world events. Use maps to quickly plot the moves made by an individual. If you think your old program is “good enough”, this class just might change your mind!
Requirements: While this is a beginning class for the Family Tree maker 2010 Software, those attending must have basic computer skills and know how to search the internet.
Fee: $30 Non-members, $25.00 Foundation members
Class size limited, Call 843-686-6560 for registration
| Wed. Nov 3 – 1:30 PM | Pieces of Your Past (2 hrs) | Carol Clemens |
CREATE A “PIECES OF YOUR PAST” BOOKLET USING MSWORD 2007
Are you just using Word 2007 for text? If so, you are missing many tools this program offers for the genealogist to create a family narrative complete with photos, maps, newspaper clippings, clip art, copies of documents etc. integrated into your narrative. This is a “hands on” class and you are encouraged to bring your laptop. Don’t worry, if you don’t have a laptop, come anyhow! YOU MUST BE USING WORD 2007!
You will leave this class knowing how to:
1. Use print screen to work with those “unprintable” web sites
2. Drop pictures, maps, documents, etc into your narrative
3. Crop, resize, frame, and add captions to items in your narrative
4. Add shapes, highlights, colors, arrows, etc. to stress key points in your narrative
5. “Cover” parts of an odd shaped newspaper clipping in your narrative that you simply cannot crop out.
6. Draw tables and boxes to create your own linear tree.
Requirements: This class is appropriate for those with basic computer skills. However, you must have Microsoft Word 2007 on your computer. Since this is a “hands on” class, you are encouraged to bring your laptop with a few photos saved on your computer so you can practice. It would also be helpful if you type up and save two brief paragraphs about your family or a person in your family.
Fee: $30 Non-members, $25.00 Foundation members
Class size limited, Call 843-686-6560 for registration
| Wed. Nov 10 – 1:30 PM | Creating Great Gifts (2 hrs) | Carol Clemens |
TURNING YOUR PHOTOS AND GENEALOGY RESEARCH INTO GREAT GIFTS
This class will show you how to work with photos to create unique gifts that will allow you to share your research with other family members without overwhelming them.
1. Learn to use a simple, free program to upload photos, edit them, and easily create an online album to share with family and friends. A much better way to share photos than sending them as attachments because the recipient doesn’t have to download anything. No waiting! No message that the attachments are too large for your server! The albums can also be professionally printed at a very reasonable price.
2. Learn to use the same program to easily create a free web site of genealogy photos to share with others. Add text, family outlines, a calendar, and more.
3. Learn to take old photo albums and “redo” them on line to create a new version to share free with others on line. You can also have them printed out as a professional book for a reasonable price.
This class assumes that those attending have intermediate computer skills including how to get photos onto your computer (scanning or adding from a digital camera) and have internet access.
Fee: $30 Non-members, $25.00 Foundation members
Class size limited, Call 843-686-6560 for registration
Winter Term
| Date | Description | Instructor |
| Wed. Jan 12 – 2 PM | Starting Family Research, Session One (2 hrs) | Nancy Burke |
| Wed. Jan 19 – 2 PM | Starting Family Research, Session Two (2 hrs) | Nancy Burke |
JUST STARTING INTO FAMILY RESEARCH, THIS IS FOR YOU!
This two part workshop will introduce the first time family researcher to the fascinating field of genealogy, its unique nomenclature and suggested research techniques. It may also be of value to researchers with limited experience who wish to refresh their skills. Participants will receive the textbook “Unpuzzling Your Past” in addition to hand-outs to help guide you in your research.
Fee: $45 Non-members, $40.00 Foundation members
Class size limited, Call 843-686-6560 for registration
| Wed. Jan 26 – 2 PM | Using Family Tree Maker (2 hrs) | Carol Clemens |
GET WITH THE PROGRAM! USING FAMILY TREE MAKER 2010
If you are using a versio n of Family Tree Maker prior to 2009, or if you are not familiar with this software at all, this is the class for you! This introduction to FTM 2010 will help you with the basics of entering data into the program. The very different “work space” found in FTM 2009 and 2010 will be clarified. In addition, you will learn how to easily prepare and print charts, reports, timelines etc. Learn how to instantly add on-line information and sources to your tree without having to hand enter the data. Easily view timelines of the events in an individual’s life as related to others in the same family and even as related to world events. Use maps to quickly plot the moves made by an individual. If you think your old program is “good enough”, this class just might change your mind!
Requirements: While this is a beginning class for the Family Tree maker 2010 Software, those attending must have basic computer skills and know how to search the internet.
Fee: $30 Non-members, $25.00 Foundation members
Class size limited, Call 843-686-6560 for registration
| Wed. Feb 2 – 2 PM | On-Line Genealogy (2 hrs) | Linda Piekut |
MAKE EFFECTIVE USE OF INTERNET RESOURCES
This program covers the various types of websites where genealogical material might be found, what is newly available, and helps the researcher to identify the good from the bad information available on-line. The instructor will also discuss some effective web searching techniques.
Requirements: Those attending must have basic computer skills and know how to search the internet.
Fee: $30 Non-members, $25.00 Foundation members
Class size limited, Call 843-686-6560 for registration
| Wed. Feb 9 – 2 PM | Pieces of Your Past (2 hrs) | Carol Clemens |
CREATE A “PIECES OF YOUR PAST” BOOKLET USING MSWORD 2007
Are you just using Word 2007 for text? If so, you are missing many tools this program offers for the genealogist to create a family narrative complete with photos, maps, newspaper clippings, clip art, copies of documents etc. integrated into your narrative. This is a “hands on” class and you are encouraged to bring your laptop. Don’t worry, if you don’t have a laptop, come anyhow! YOU MUST BE USING WORD 2007!
You will leave this class knowing how to:
1. Use print screen to work with those “unprintable” web sites
2. Drop pictures, maps, documents, etc into your narrative
3. Crop, resize, frame, and add captions to items in your narrative
4. Add shapes, highlights, colors, arrows, etc. to stress key points in your narrative
5. “Cover” parts of an odd shaped newspaper clipping in your narrative that you simply cannot crop out.
6. Draw tables and boxes to create your own linear tree.
Requirements: This class is appropriate for those with basic computer skills. However, you must have Microsoft Word 2007 on your computer. Since this is a “hands on” class, you are encouraged to bring your laptop with a few photos saved on your computer so you can practice. It would also be helpful if you type up and save two brief paragraphs about your family or a person in your family.
Fee: $30 Non-members, $25.00 Foundation members
Class size limited, Call 843-686-6560 for registration
| Wed. Feb 9 – 2 PM | Creating Great Gifts (2 hrs) | Carol Clemens |
TURNING YOUR PHOTOS AND GENEALOGY RESEARCH INTO GREAT GIFTS
This class will show you how to work with photos to create unique gifts that will allow you to share your research with other family members without overwhelming them.
1. Learn to use a simple, free program to upload photos, edit them, and easily create an online album to share with family and friends. A much better way to share photos than sending them as attachments because the recipient doesn’t have to download anything. No waiting! No message that the attachments are too large for your server! The albums can also be professionally printed at a very reasonable price.
2. Learn to use the same program to easily create a free web site of genealogy photos to share with others. Add text, family outlines, a calendar, and more.
3. Learn to take old photo albums and “redo” them on line to create a new version to share free with others on line. You can also have them printed out as a professional book for a reasonable price.
Requirements: This class assumes that those attending have intermediate computer skills including how to get photos onto your computer (scanning or adding from a digital camera) and have internet access.
Fee: $30 Non-members, $25.00 Foundation members
Class size limited, Call 843-686-6560 for registration
