Calendar of Events and Activities

Questions about events? Write IGS or call (515) 276-0287 for details.

Recurring Events

German Interest Group Meeting: First Monday of every month at 7 p.m. Free

Irish Interest Group Meeting: Third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. Free

African-American Interest Group Meeting: First Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m.  Free. Note NO MEETING in July.

Norwegian Interest Group: Fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Free

Computer Genies of NW Iowa: First Saturday at 1:30 p.m. Location varies so please check their website for current information: http://www.computergeniesofnwiowa.com Free

December 2009

Library Closed - Christmas - New Years

Thursday, Dec 24th through Sun, Jan 3. Open Monday, Jan 4.

January 2010

Beginning Internet Genealogy

Saturday, Jan 16th, 10:30 A.M. -  12:30 P.M. at the IGS library. Explore the possibilities of researching your family's history on the Internet. Learn about search engines, genealogical websites and more. Get the tools you need to conduce a successful online search and discover new information about your family. Space is limited and classes fill rapidly; preregistration is required for the FREE class.

Genetic Genealogy (DNA Testing)

Saturday, Jan 16th, 1:30 P.M. -  3:30 P.M. at the IGS library. Genealogists are taking their research to a new level with the cutting-edge technology of DNA testing. Learn what the excitement is all about and how you can apply this fascinating tool to your own research.  Preregistration is required. Cost: $5 IGS members / $10 non-members.

Slumber Party

Saturday, Jan 16th, 4:00 P.M. until Sunday, Jan 17th, 6:00 A.M. at the IGS library.

Where are those elusive ancestors hiding?? Join IGS for one of our most popular activities, the Research Slumber Party, and find those missing roots in your family tree. This 12-hour marathon includes access to all IGS Library resources and the expert assistance of our volunteers. Compare notes and enjoy the company of other die-hard family history enthusiasts. Cost: $25 per person; includes a light supper. Space is limited and reservations are required.

Beginning Genealogy

Thursday, Jan 21st, 6:00 P.M. -  8:00 P.M. at the IGS library. Find out how easy it is to get started in this popular and fascinating pursuit. Your family has a story to tell--begin your journey of discovery with IGS. Space is limited; preregistration is suggested for this FREE class.

February 2010

Executive Committee meeting

Tuesday, Feb 2nd, at 5:00 P.M. at the IGS library.

Board of Directors meeting

Saturday, Feb 13th, at 10:00 A.M. at the IGS library.

Beginning Genealogy

Saturday, Feb 20th, 10:30 A.M. -  12:30 P.M. at the IGS library. Explore the possibilities of researching your family's history on the Internet. Learn about search engines, genealogical websites and more. Get the tools you need to conduce a successful online search and discover new information about your family. Space is limited and classes fill rapidly; preregistration is suggested for this FREE class.

Land Research

Thursday, Feb 25th, 6:00 P.M. -  8:00 P.M. at the IGS library. Land records are frequently overlooked in our research, but can yield valuable information. Learn how to delve into these sometimes challenging records and unlock their secrets. Space is limited & preregistration is required. Cost: $5 IGS members / $10 non-members.

March 2010

Executive Committee meeting

Tuesday, Mar 2nd, at 5:00 P.M. at the IGS library.

Beginning Genealogy

Saturday, Mar 20th, 10:30 A.M. -  12:30 P.M. at the IGS library. Explore the possibilities of researching your family's history on the Internet. Learn about search engines, genealogical websites and more. Get the tools you need to conduce a successful online search and discover new information about your family. Space is limited and classes fill rapidly; preregistration is suggested for this FREE class.

Irish Research

Saturday, Mar 20th, 1:30 P.M. -  3:30 P.M. at the IGS library. 34.5 million Americans trace their roots to Ireland. Celebrate your Irish heritage and explore Irish resources and research techniques. Preregistration is required. Cost: $5 IGS members / $10 non-members.

Slumber Party

Saturday, Mar 20th, 4:00 P.M. until Sunday, Mar 21st, 6:00 A.M. at the IGS library. Cost: $25 per person; includes a light supper. Space is limited and reservations are required.

April 2010

Executive Committee meeting

Tuesday, Apr 6th, at 5:00 P.M. at the IGS library.

Legacy Family Tree Software training

Saturday, Apr 17th, 2010, by Geoff Rasmussen at the IGS library.

May 2010

Executive Committee meeting

Tuesday, May 4th, at 5:00 P.M. at the IGS library.

Board of Directors meeting

Saturday, May 8th, at 10:00 A.M. at the IGS library.

June 2010

Executive Committee meeting

Tuesday, Jun 1st, at 5:00 P.M. at the IGS library.

July 2010

Executive Committee meeting

Tuesday, Jul 6th, at 5:00 P.M. at the IGS library.

Slumber Party

Saturday, Jul 17th, 5:00 P.M. until Sunday, Jul 18th, 6:00 A.M. at the IGS library.

August 2010

Executive Committee meeting

Tuesday, Aug 3rd, at 5:00 P.M. at the IGS library.

Board of Directors meeting

Saturday, Aug 14th, at 10:00 A.M. at the IGS library.

September 2010

Executive Committee meeting

Tuesday, Sep 7th, at 5:00 P.M. at the IGS library.

October 2010

Executive Committee meeting

Tuesday, Oct 5th, at 5:00 P.M. at the IGS library.

IGS Annual Conference
Oct 8 -9

November 2010

Executive Committee meeting

Tuesday, Nov 2nd, at 5:00 P.M. at the IGS library.

Slumber Party

Saturday, Nov 6th, 5:00 P.M. until Sunday, Nov 7th, 6:00 A.M. at the IGS library.

Board of Directors meeting

Saturday, Nov 13th, at 10:00 A.M. at the IGS library.

December 2010

Executive Committee meeting

Tuesday, Dec 7th, at 5:00 P.M. at the IGS library.