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Aesthetic Presentation

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When I was in grade school I remember loathing presentation day in school. I didn’t hate it because I was afraid to present (I wasn’t) or because I thought it was boring (I don’t think I did). I loathed it because some student would inevitably bring in a huge piece of poster board that they’d spend hours writing all over in every different color. That’s not so bad, you say. You could be correct. Most of the time, however, it really was that bad. The single thing that got under my skin like nothing else, the thing that drove my … Continue reading →

Final Presentation

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I just finished a day where I had to give two 20 minute presentations over two topics in one day. This was an interesting project for me because I really like to give personal presentations without notes or specifically written down arguments in order to let those listening influence my presentation held together by the forward progress of selected slides. On a day when one presentation determined my ability to continue as a doctoral student there was no room for error (Don’t worry, I passed). I’ve never so fully planned out and plotted a presentation before. One of the things … Continue reading →

Finals Fears

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I don’t have any scientific data to back me up on this (though it may exist) but I’m quite certain I’ve figured out at least one reason I tend to score fairly well on tests for courses, classes, and other evaluative procedures. Today I took a test. I took a big test. The test covered 2500 years (actually much more) of topics, over 3000 pages of material, an innumerable variety of topics, approximately 12 in-depth student presentations, a couple of in-class videos, and some other abstract topics. It covered countries all over the world and performance practices and practitioners from … Continue reading →

Make the Most of Theme Cruises

Theme cruises are more popular now than ever before.  What started off as a way for like-minded travelers to bond at sea has turned into a multi-million dollar niche; however, cruise companies aren’t the only ones benefitting from these unique voyages.  Passengers also gain in more ways than one when booking a theme cruise.  Not only do guests enjoy all the services and amenities associated with a regular cruise, they also get the added bonus of partaking in a specific passion, be it music, cooking, writing or scrapbooking. Helping stretch passengers dollars at sea is Holland America.  The cruise company … Continue reading →

Last Chance to Take a Genealogy Class

Thanksgiving is coming up soon. The Black Friday sales are starting to be revealed. These are signs that we are in the holiday season. Genealogists might want to grab this opportunity to take a genealogy class, or attend a genealogy workshop or event before things get too hectic. Here are a few that are coming up. On November 12, 2012, the Galion Public Library, which is located in Galion, Ohio, will host a genealogy workshop. It is called “Digging Deeper: Up in Smoke”, and it will be presented by genealogist Peggy Lauritzen. Bring your ancestral research with you, and she … Continue reading →

Things I Learned From a Cemetery Tour

On Halloween, my husband and I went on a historical tour of the oldest cemetery in the town that we lived in. This is the first one we have gone on together, and the first I’ve attended in years. I learned so many things! The town I live in has a Mission. The Mission Cemetery wasn’t located near the Mission itself. I learned that where it currently stands was not the original location of the cemetery. It had been moved several times before it arrived at its permanent location. Sometimes, the reason for moving the cemetery was financial. The real … Continue reading →

Find a Free Genealogy Event to Attend

Before you can enjoy attending a genealogy course, workshop, or event, you have to find out about where and when it will be held. Here is a quick list of genealogy events that will be happening soon, and that genealogists can attend for free. One might be located near you! On September 17, 2012, the North Webster Public Library, which is located in North Webster, Indiana, will hold a free class called “Where Do I Begin?”. It will begin at 1:00 in the afternoon, and will be presented by Beth Smith, the director of the Local History and Genealogy Center. … Continue reading →

Upcoming Genealogy Events – Week of February 26, 2012

You can learn a lot from a good genealogy class, workshop or event. The trick, of course, is being able to find one. Here are some upcoming genealogy events that will be happening this week. One might be near where you live! If not, then check your local newspaper to find out about more. On February 27, 2012, the Jefferson County Genealogical Society, which is located in Port Townsend, Washington, will present the fifth, and final, part of a five – week genealogy course. The course is called “Introduction to Family Research History”. It provides an overview of the basic … Continue reading →

Upcoming Genealogy Events – January 29 – February 4, 2012

Every genealogy conference, workshop, or class holds within it an opportunity for you to learn more about your favorite hobby. It also can be a good way to meet other genealogists. Here are a few genealogy events that will be going on this week. If you don’t see one near where you live, then check your local paper to find out about more. Today, January 29, 2012, Temple Beth Israel, which is located in Skokie, Illinois, will hold a presentation called “Tips, Tricks, and Tools to organizing your genealogy records with Family Tree Maker”. It will be presented by Jewish … Continue reading →

Woman Fuses Glass to Raise Money for Autism

An artist in California is doing something really unique that raises money for autism. What started out as a simple selection of a shape to create with fused glass turned into a design that fits nicely with groups who want to raise awareness of, and funding for, autism research. Janine Stillman is a glass artist. She creates jewelry using fused glass. This technique involves stacking, or layering, very thin sheets of glass on top of one another. Usually, the layers are different colors. It can be used to create unique, colorful, patterns after the glass has been melted in a … Continue reading →