Upcoming Appearances

Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 9:30 a.m.

Finishing the Story

Three case studies will be presented on World War I and II military ancestors and locating their records. Held through the Elgin Genealogical Society.

Friday, May 10, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the Casa Italia Italian American Veterans Museum on the 3rd floor of the main building.

Finishing the Story

Memorial Day is Monday, May 27. Join us to hear Casa Italia Genealogy Manager Jennifer Holik talk about Finishing the Story, and learn how you can tell the stories of your soldiers who died in service. What you will learn can also be applied to those who came home after the war. After the lecture enjoy light refreshments as you mix, mingle, share stories, and explore the veterans’ museum. There is a fee of $10 per person. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. You will go home with handouts filled with resources to help trace your family’s genealogy and locate military records.

Please note: We are seeking copies of stories, records, photos, and other items documenting Italian American soldiers and their families in all wars. Please consider bringing copies of these items to the meeting to be added to the Casa Italia Genealogy Collection in conjunction with the records for the Veterans Museum.

Saturday, June 1, 2013 at 1:00 p.m.

Branching Out: Connecting Children With Their Past

1-2pm, free, suggested donation $3 Join us for a family workshop where we will “branch out” and engage youth in genealogy. This workshop will teach the basics of genealogy research to youth grades 4th through high school. Youth will learn how to complete basic charts and how to begin genealogical research. Parents, guardians, and grandparents are encouraged to attend. The workshop will be led by Jennifer Holik, professional genealogist and author of numerous genealogy books including the series Branching Out. Ages 8 and up. This event will be held at the DuPage County Historical Museum.

Thursday, June 6, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

Finishing the Story

Three case studies will be presented on World War I and II military ancestors and locating their records. This presentation will be held at the Tinley Park Public Library as part of the Tinley Morraine Genealogical Society’s meeting.

Saturday, September 7, 2013 at 1:30 p.m.

Finishing the Story

Three case studies will be presented on World War I and II military ancestors and locating their records. This presentation will be held at the Newberry Library as part of the Chicago Genealogical Society’s meeting.

Friday, November 8, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at Casa Italia's Italian American Veterans Museum

Stories of the Lost

Veterans’ Day is Monday, November 11. Join us to hear Casa Italia Genealogy Manager Jennifer Holik talk about Stories of the Lost, which is a continuation of Finishing the Story. Learn how you can tell the stories of your soldiers who lost something as a result fo the war, returned home lost or died in service. After the lecture enjoy light refreshments as you mix, mingle, share stories, and explore the museum. Fee: $10 per person. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. You will go home with handouts filled with resources to help trace your family’s genealogy and locate military records.

Please note: We are seeking copies of stories, records, photos, and other items documenting Italian American soldiers and their families in all wars. Please consider bringing copies of these items to the meeting to be added to the Casa Italia Genealogy Collection in conjunction with the records for the Veterans Museum.

Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at 6:30 p.m.

Stories of the Lost

A continuation of "Finishing the Story," we will explore the records available to tell the stories of those who lost something due to the war, never returned from war or returned, but didn't fully return. Held through the Fountaindale Public Library's Genealogy Group.

Thursday, November 14, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.

Stories of the Lost

A continuation of "Finishing the Story," we will explore the records available to tell the stories of those who lost something due to the war, never returned from war or returned, but didn't fully return. This presentation will be held at the Naperville Municipal Center as part of the Fox Valley Genealogical Society’s meeting.

2014

Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 1:30 p.m.

Stories of the Lost

A continuation of "Finishing the Story," we will explore the records available to tell the stories of those who lost something due to the war, never returned from war or returned, but didn't fully return. This presentation will be held at the Newberry Library as part of the Chicago Genealogical Society’s meeting.

Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.

Stories of the Lost

A continuation of "Finishing the Story," we will explore the records available to tell the stories of those who lost something due to the war, never returned from war or returned, but didn't fully return. This presentation will be held at the Wheaton Library as part of the DuPage County Genealogical Society’s meeting.

Saturday, April 26, 2014, all day workshop

Italian Genealogy Workshop

Stay tuned for full details but save the date for a four hour Italian genealogy workshop. Held through the Fountaindale Public Library's Genealogy Group.

Wednesday, May 22, 2014, 7:00 p.m.

La Famiglia! Beginning Italian Genealogy Research

Join us for an overview of how to begin researching your Italian ancestors in the U.S. before jumping across the pond. Learn about naming patterns, tips on locating the village or origin and surnames. This presentation will be held at the Wheaton Library as part of the DuPage County Genealogical Society’s meeting.

Wednesday, October 15, 2014, 7:00 p.m.

La Famiglia in Italia

You’ve located the village of origin and you are ready to jump across the pond! Join us for a discussion on researching your Italian ancestors in Italy. Learn about records available, handwriting, common words, and more! This presentation will be held at the Wheaton Library as part of the DuPage County Genealogical Society’s meeting.