Showing posts with label Family History. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Family History. Show all posts
Who do you think you are?
Track down the truth during Family History Month.
Discovering the past is an adventure which can take people to many places, they never dreamt of going. Hopefully their local library is not one of them!
Your local Sutherland Shire Library provides access to many resources which will help you on the journey of discovery, and staff who are able to assist along the way.
You can see what the library's resources, have on offer from the comfort of your home, however all (but Trove) require you to be in one of the Shire's libraries to retrieve the documents relating to any search.
Find the Sutherland Shire Library home page, look for Digital Collections > Family History.
There are nine different databases linked on the Family History page:
Ancestry Library Edition, Biographical Database of Australia, British Newspaper Archive, FindMyPast, Internet History Resources, Sydney Morning Herald Archives and Trove.
Most allow you to see the range of information they have and search, but restrict access to the original documents attached to any search results.
Come into the library to get free access to those original records!!
Ancestry has original documents which can provide clues to a persons life.
Take the surname Williams. Military records, offered up this document, from the New Zealand WWI Nominal Rolls. For each man enlisted, it provides his Company, Serial No. Rank, Full name, Occupation and Name & Address of Next of Kin. Use this information to further explore military and civilian records.
Or follow the fortunes of those in the care of government, like Rosa Mooney. She was just 4 3/4 years of age when she was "deserted by her father, mother dead", April 3rd 1865. (Birth date Jul 1860?) Rosa is a sister to ?? and Elizabeth ?? . On December 29th 1874, she was apprenticed to Mr J.B. Evans of Candelo, at the age of thirteen. Newspapers of the time could fill in what happened next? Trove may be worth a look.
FindMyPast is another database with original documentation that can help to fill in the gaps.
Visit your library during Family History Month, and talk to staff to get started.
Discovering the past is an adventure which can take people to many places, they never dreamt of going. Hopefully their local library is not one of them!
Your local Sutherland Shire Library provides access to many resources which will help you on the journey of discovery, and staff who are able to assist along the way.
You can see what the library's resources, have on offer from the comfort of your home, however all (but Trove) require you to be in one of the Shire's libraries to retrieve the documents relating to any search.
Find the Sutherland Shire Library home page, look for Digital Collections > Family History.
There are nine different databases linked on the Family History page:
Ancestry Library Edition, Biographical Database of Australia, British Newspaper Archive, FindMyPast, Internet History Resources, Sydney Morning Herald Archives and Trove.
Most allow you to see the range of information they have and search, but restrict access to the original documents attached to any search results.
Come into the library to get free access to those original records!!
Ancestry has original documents which can provide clues to a persons life.
Take the surname Williams. Military records, offered up this document, from the New Zealand WWI Nominal Rolls. For each man enlisted, it provides his Company, Serial No. Rank, Full name, Occupation and Name & Address of Next of Kin. Use this information to further explore military and civilian records.
Or follow the fortunes of those in the care of government, like Rosa Mooney. She was just 4 3/4 years of age when she was "deserted by her father, mother dead", April 3rd 1865. (Birth date Jul 1860?) Rosa is a sister to ?? and Elizabeth ?? . On December 29th 1874, she was apprenticed to Mr J.B. Evans of Candelo, at the age of thirteen. Newspapers of the time could fill in what happened next? Trove may be worth a look.
FindMyPast is another database with original documentation that can help to fill in the gaps.
Visit your library during Family History Month, and talk to staff to get started.
Family History Week 2011
This week is National Family History Week. Running from July 29th-August 8th, it is a week dedicated to celebrating family and local history, with numerous events taking place around Australia.The Sutherland Shire has many dedicated and avid genealogists and family history buffs, including representatives from the Botany Bay Family History Society who meet at the Sutherland Library each Thursday morning to assist others with their family history research.
Shire libraries also hold a range of records and archives that may assist those interested in digging into their family's past. These can be found either at the Sutherland Library or online through a number of databases including ancestry.com and findmypast.com.
If you are keen to get started on you family history, why not come into the Sutherland Library and have a chat to our Local Studies Librarian who will be happy to point you in the right direction!
*In photo - Brinsley Family ca 1903
Discover your family history with our findmypast.com.au trial
This site can help you with all your family history research. It contains 50 million historical records covering Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and the Pacific Islands. The collection includes cemetery, death, land, military, court and migration records, electoral rolls, criminal reports, directories, almanacs and Government Gazettes.
There are also thousands of social, government and general history records - handy for those with an interest in Australian history or great for those end-of-year school projects.
Our Central Library at Sutherland holds a number of useful resources for genealogists including books, CD-Roms and microfilm while all Sutherland Shire Libraries (excluding Bundeena) have a subscription to Ancestry.com. So if you're interested in researching your family tree, you can always find something to help you at your local Library.
Come in today, try out findmypast.com.au and tell us what you think. You can access the database for free via the PCs in Sutherland Shire Libraries - just ask staff! The trial ends January 2011.
Library and Information Week 24-30 May 2010
Join us in celebrating Shire libraries as the place to access, communicate, connect, educate, entertain and inform.
Each library will be holding special activities and events during the week. Visit your local library to see what's on.
ANNUAL BOOK SALESutherland Library
Friday 21 - Sunday 23 MayIt's that time again! Sutherland's huge annual book sale. This year is the 21st anniversary of our annual sale and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.
If you have never been to this event before come along and join the fun.
Run in and grab a bargain from our huge range of adult and children's books and magazines. There is something for everyone.
The sale is held over 3 days with stock replenished regularly. Proceeds from the book sale are used to fund new library projects. Cash sales only.
Friday 21st 9am-8.30pm
Saturday 22nd* 9am-3.30pm
Sunday 23rd 12noon-3.30pm
* Face painting 11am-12noon (Saturday only)
DAILY LIBRARY TOURS
Sutherland LibraryMonday 24-Friday 28 May
11am and 2pm
Announcements will be made as to meeting point.
FAMILY HISTORY FOR BEGINNERSEngadine Library
Monday 24 May
10.30-11.30 am
Ever felt the urge to find out about your family tree?
Come and hear Heather Clarey from Botany Bay Family History Society give tips on how to begin researching your own family history using a variety of resources including ancestry.com
CARD MAKING FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Tuesday 25 May
10am - 12noon
Impress your friends and family with your handmade cards. All materials are supplied but numbers are limited so bookings are essential. For information and bookings phone Kristin on 9710 0823.
Downloadable Audio Books and eBooks Using Overdrive
Engadine Library
Thursday 27 May
10.30am-11.30amCarry all your favourite books in your pocket! Discover how to download popular digital audio and eBooks from the library website any time you want.
National Simultaneous Storytime
All Libraries (except Bundeena)
Wednesday 26 May
11amJoin us for some fun with a nationwide Simultaneous Storytime Reading of Little White Dogs Can't Jump by Bruce Whatley and Rosie Smith. Be one of over 100,000 children and adults across Australia taking part in this special event.
National Simultaneous Storytime provides a fun and special opportunity for everyone to share in the joy and importance of reading and literacy for children.
Night Time Storytime
Menai Library
Monday 24 May
6.30pm
Miranda Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Wear your pyjamas if you like!
Creative Writing Workshop
Cronulla Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pmAlways wanted to write but not sure where to start?
Join us at this introductory workshop presented by Stella Tarakson, an award winning author, researcher and tutor from St George and Sutherland Community College.
For bookings phone
Cronulla Library
9523 4980
Behind the ScenesSutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10am
Discover staff work areas and back room activities.
Storytime Goes Digital
Engadine Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Preschool storytime with a digital component.
Access Your Library OnlineSutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Whiz around the website, gain control of the catalogue, delve into databases and overindulge your senses in Overdrive.
Author Talk - Constance Fairleight
Sutherland Library
Saturday 29 May
1pmLocal author Constance Fairleight will talk about her new book Creating the Life You Truly Deserve TM as the key to attaining the kind of life that you could only dream of. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon.
Light refreshments available.
Luxury Hamper Lucky Draw
Visit any Shire Library during Library and Information Week to go in the draw for your chance to win a basket full of goodies.
Entry is free.
For more information about Library and Information Week visit
library.sutherland.nsw.gov.auor
call 9710 0351
Each library will be holding special activities and events during the week. Visit your local library to see what's on.
ANNUAL BOOK SALESutherland Library
Friday 21 - Sunday 23 MayIt's that time again! Sutherland's huge annual book sale. This year is the 21st anniversary of our annual sale and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.
If you have never been to this event before come along and join the fun.
Run in and grab a bargain from our huge range of adult and children's books and magazines. There is something for everyone.
The sale is held over 3 days with stock replenished regularly. Proceeds from the book sale are used to fund new library projects. Cash sales only.
Friday 21st 9am-8.30pm
Saturday 22nd* 9am-3.30pm
Sunday 23rd 12noon-3.30pm
* Face painting 11am-12noon (Saturday only)
DAILY LIBRARY TOURS
Sutherland LibraryMonday 24-Friday 28 May
11am and 2pm
Announcements will be made as to meeting point.
FAMILY HISTORY FOR BEGINNERSEngadine Library
Monday 24 May
10.30-11.30 am
Ever felt the urge to find out about your family tree?
Come and hear Heather Clarey from Botany Bay Family History Society give tips on how to begin researching your own family history using a variety of resources including ancestry.com
CARD MAKING FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Tuesday 25 May
10am - 12noon
Impress your friends and family with your handmade cards. All materials are supplied but numbers are limited so bookings are essential. For information and bookings phone Kristin on 9710 0823.
Downloadable Audio Books and eBooks Using Overdrive
Engadine Library
Thursday 27 May
10.30am-11.30amCarry all your favourite books in your pocket! Discover how to download popular digital audio and eBooks from the library website any time you want.
National Simultaneous Storytime
All Libraries (except Bundeena)
Wednesday 26 May
11amJoin us for some fun with a nationwide Simultaneous Storytime Reading of Little White Dogs Can't Jump by Bruce Whatley and Rosie Smith. Be one of over 100,000 children and adults across Australia taking part in this special event.
National Simultaneous Storytime provides a fun and special opportunity for everyone to share in the joy and importance of reading and literacy for children.
Night Time Storytime
Menai Library
Monday 24 May
6.30pm
Miranda Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Wear your pyjamas if you like!
Creative Writing Workshop
Cronulla Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pmAlways wanted to write but not sure where to start?
Join us at this introductory workshop presented by Stella Tarakson, an award winning author, researcher and tutor from St George and Sutherland Community College.
For bookings phone
Cronulla Library
9523 4980
Behind the ScenesSutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10am
Discover staff work areas and back room activities.
Storytime Goes Digital
Engadine Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Preschool storytime with a digital component.
Access Your Library OnlineSutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Whiz around the website, gain control of the catalogue, delve into databases and overindulge your senses in Overdrive.
Author Talk - Constance Fairleight
Sutherland Library
Saturday 29 May
1pmLocal author Constance Fairleight will talk about her new book Creating the Life You Truly Deserve TM as the key to attaining the kind of life that you could only dream of. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon.
Light refreshments available.
Luxury Hamper Lucky Draw
Visit any Shire Library during Library and Information Week to go in the draw for your chance to win a basket full of goodies.
Entry is free.
For more information about Library and Information Week visit
library.sutherland.nsw.gov.auor
call 9710 0351
Library and Information Week 24-30 May 2010
Join us in celebrating Shire libraries as the place to access, communicate, connect, educate, entertain and inform.
Each library will be holding special activities and events during the week. Visit your local library to see what's on.
ANNUAL BOOK SALE
Sutherland Library
Friday 21 - Sunday 23 May
It's that time again! Sutherland's huge annual book sale. This year is the 21st anniversary of our annual sale and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.
If you have never been to this event before come along and join the fun.
Run in and grab a bargain from our huge range of adult and children's books and magazines. There is something for everyone.
The sale is held over 3 days with stock replenished regularly. Proceeds from the book sale are used to fund new library projects. Cash sales only.
Friday 21st 9am-8.30pm
Saturday 22nd* 9am-3.30pm
Sunday 23rd 12noon-3.30pm
* Face painting 11am-12noon (Saturday only)
DAILY LIBRARY TOURS
Sutherland Library
Monday 24-Friday 28 May
11am and 2pm
Announcements will be made as to meeting point.
FAMILY HISTORY FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Monday 24 May
10.30-11.30 am
Ever felt the urge to find out about your family tree?
Come and hear Heather Clarey from Botany Bay Family History Society give tips on how to begin researching your own family history using a variety of resources including ancestry.com
CARD MAKING FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Tuesday 25 May
10am - 12noon
Impress your friends and family with your handmade cards. All materials are supplied but numbers are limited so bookings are essential. For information and bookings phone Kristin on 9710 0823.
Downloadable Audio Books and eBooks Using Overdrive
Engadine Library
Thursday 27 May
10.30am-11.30am
Carry all your favourite books in your pocket! Discover how to download popular digital audio and eBooks from the library website any time you want.
National Simultaneous Storytime
All Libraries (except Bundeena)
Wednesday 26 May
11am
Join us for some fun with a nationwide Simultaneous Storytime Reading of Little White Dogs Can't Jump by Bruce Whatley and Rosie Smith. Be one of over 100,000 children and adults across Australia taking part in this special event.
National Simultaneous Storytime provides a fun and special opportunity for everyone to share in the joy and importance of reading and literacy for children.
Night Time Storytime
Menai Library
Monday 24 May
6.30pm
Miranda Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Wear your pyjamas if you like!
Cerative Writing Workshop
Cronulla Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Always wanted to write but not sure where to start?
Join us at this introductory workshop presented by Stella Tarakson, an award winning author, researcher and tutor from St George and Sutherland Community College.
For bookings phone
Cronulla Library
9523 4980
Behind the Scenes
Sutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10am
Discover staff work areas and back room activities.
Storytime Goes Digital
Engadine Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Preschool storytime with a digital component.
Access Your Library Online
Sutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Whiz around the website, gain control of the catalogue, delve into databases and overindulge your senses in Overdrive.
Author Talk - Constance Fairleight
Sutherland Library
Saturday 29 May
1pm
Local author Constance Fairleight will talk about her new book Creating the Life You Truly Deserve TM as the key to attaining the kind of life that you could only dream of. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon.
Light refreshments available.
Luxury Hamper Lucky Draw
Visit any Shire Library during Library and Information Week to go in the draw for your chance to win a basket full of goodies.
Entry is free.
For more information about Library and Information Week visit
library.sutherland.nsw.gov.au
or
call 9710 0351
Each library will be holding special activities and events during the week. Visit your local library to see what's on.
ANNUAL BOOK SALE
Sutherland Library
Friday 21 - Sunday 23 May
It's that time again! Sutherland's huge annual book sale. This year is the 21st anniversary of our annual sale and it promises to be bigger and better than ever.
If you have never been to this event before come along and join the fun.
Run in and grab a bargain from our huge range of adult and children's books and magazines. There is something for everyone.
The sale is held over 3 days with stock replenished regularly. Proceeds from the book sale are used to fund new library projects. Cash sales only.
Friday 21st 9am-8.30pm
Saturday 22nd* 9am-3.30pm
Sunday 23rd 12noon-3.30pm
* Face painting 11am-12noon (Saturday only)
DAILY LIBRARY TOURS
Sutherland Library
Monday 24-Friday 28 May
11am and 2pm
Announcements will be made as to meeting point.
FAMILY HISTORY FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Monday 24 May
10.30-11.30 am
Ever felt the urge to find out about your family tree?
Come and hear Heather Clarey from Botany Bay Family History Society give tips on how to begin researching your own family history using a variety of resources including ancestry.com
CARD MAKING FOR BEGINNERS
Engadine Library
Tuesday 25 May
10am - 12noon
Impress your friends and family with your handmade cards. All materials are supplied but numbers are limited so bookings are essential. For information and bookings phone Kristin on 9710 0823.
Downloadable Audio Books and eBooks Using Overdrive
Engadine Library
Thursday 27 May
10.30am-11.30am
Carry all your favourite books in your pocket! Discover how to download popular digital audio and eBooks from the library website any time you want.
National Simultaneous Storytime
All Libraries (except Bundeena)
Wednesday 26 May
11am
Join us for some fun with a nationwide Simultaneous Storytime Reading of Little White Dogs Can't Jump by Bruce Whatley and Rosie Smith. Be one of over 100,000 children and adults across Australia taking part in this special event.
National Simultaneous Storytime provides a fun and special opportunity for everyone to share in the joy and importance of reading and literacy for children.
Night Time Storytime
Menai Library
Monday 24 May
6.30pm
Miranda Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Wear your pyjamas if you like!
Cerative Writing Workshop
Cronulla Library
Thursday 27 May
6.30pm
Always wanted to write but not sure where to start?
Join us at this introductory workshop presented by Stella Tarakson, an award winning author, researcher and tutor from St George and Sutherland Community College.
For bookings phone
Cronulla Library
9523 4980
Behind the Scenes
Sutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10am
Discover staff work areas and back room activities.
Storytime Goes Digital
Engadine Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Preschool storytime with a digital component.
Access Your Library Online
Sutherland Library
Friday 28 May
10.30am
Whiz around the website, gain control of the catalogue, delve into databases and overindulge your senses in Overdrive.
Author Talk - Constance Fairleight
Sutherland Library
Saturday 29 May
1pm
Local author Constance Fairleight will talk about her new book Creating the Life You Truly Deserve TM as the key to attaining the kind of life that you could only dream of. Join us for an enjoyable afternoon.
Light refreshments available.
Luxury Hamper Lucky Draw
Visit any Shire Library during Library and Information Week to go in the draw for your chance to win a basket full of goodies.
Entry is free.
For more information about Library and Information Week visit
library.sutherland.nsw.gov.au
or
call 9710 0351
Greg De Moore Author Talk and Book Signing
Sutherland Library will be hosting a talk by Greg de Moore on one of our first sporting heroes. Join us to hear the story behind the book, Tom Wills: his spectacular rise and tragic fall. As well as a facinating story of Australian and family history, sport and biography the author's talk will provide insight into the discovery of a wealth of historical documents.Tom Wills was the man most often credited with creating the game that we now know as Australian Rules football. Tom was sent to the strict British Rugby School in 1850 and returned a talented cricketer. Tom's life was changed forever after he returned home to the Queensland outback where his father was murdered in the biggest massacre of Europeans by Aboriginals. Five years later, Tom went on to coach the first Aboriginal cricket team. As Tom's physical talent's began to fade, he descended into a different world.
Greg De Moore's historical biography of Tom Wills is the product of ten years of research. This research unearthed original medical records, letters, text books and notes previously believed to have been lost or destroyed.
Tom Wills' story goes beyond sport to become important social history. Come and listen to this intriguing family history, which is also an important but little known part of Australian colonial history. You may even pick up a few tips on researching your own family history!
Sutherland Library
10 September 2009, 10.30am
For further information and contact details see our Events Calendar.
Are you tracing your family history?
Ancestry.com is now available at Sutherland Shire Libraries
Ancestry.com offers a wide and diverse variety of content from around the world to help you to trace your family history. Search thousands of databases and browse original, full-text digital images in census, immigration and military collections. Download helpful census extraction forms, ancestral charts, family group sheets and more.
Visit or ring your nearest branch library to make a booking.
Visit or ring your nearest branch library to make a booking.
Bookings are limited to 1 hour however an extension of time may be possible based on availability of computers.
There is no charge applicable to accessing ancestry.com however printing charges of .20c per page apply
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