When:  Saturday, May 6, 2023, 10 am to 12 noon
Where:  Virtual meeting via Zoom (open to public)
Subject:  Genetic Genealogy I
Title:

 DNA for Newbies and Wannabes

 

In this introductory program to genetic genealogy, our speaker will take us step by step in determining the right test (autosomal, Y-DNA, mitochondrial DNA) and testing company for our wants and needs, as well as decoding the mysterious results. Whether you are a NEWBIE and need help understanding your results and what to do with them, or a WANNABE curious what DNA can do for your genealogy research, tune in on May 6th!

 

Registration for this program opens on May 1 for both members and non-members.

 

Members, use the link in the email you will receive on Monday, May 1, to register, or log into the website, go to Members Only and select Meeting Registration.  Member registration fee is $5.00.

 

Non-members, use this link beginning on Monday, May 1, either to register as a non-member for a fee of $10.00,  or to join BCGS and register as a member in one step for a total fee of $25.00.

 

This presentation will be recorded.  Only members who have registered for this program as members will be able to view it for 30 days following the program date, by logging in to the website and selecting "Meeting registration" from the Members-Only menu.

Speaker:

  Donna Cox Baker

 

Cathy Ivins

 

  Genetic genealogist Cathy Ivins has been researching her family history for over twenty years. Cathy completed the Forensic Genealogy and Practical Genetic Genealogy courses at the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh, and countless conferences, which have assisted her in solving brick walls and identity cases. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience through lectures on utilizing DNA and/or social media for genealogical research, important tools for today’s genealogists. Cathy has been Director of Publicity for BCGS for ten years, and recently retired as an Instructional Assistant in an Autistic Support Classroom for Bristol Township School District after 26 years. She looks forward to her golden years down the genealogy rabbit hole.