Genealogy Talks
Shirleen Hoffman, PGDip, QG
Hello! I'm Shirleen Hoffman, PGDip, QG. I spent 24 years as a police officer / investigator, and later served as a university security director before turning my investigative skills toward genealogy. I now bring that same detective's eye to helping researchers crack their own family history cases. You can learn more about my background and credentials on my About Me page.
Take a look at the full list of presentation topics by clicking on the Presentations tab above — I think your members would especially enjoy "Case Study in Genealogical Problem Solving." If that sounds like a fit, you can request a date directly through Request a Presentation tab and I will follow up to confirm details.
Upcoming Presentations
8 September 2026
Topic: Beyond Beginning Genealogy
Host: Hiawatha Valley Genealogical Society, Red Wing, MN – In Person
19 September 2026
Event: Family History Workshop, Moorhead, MN - In Person
Host: Heritage Education Commission
Sessions:
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Beginning English Genealogy
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Two Names, One Woman: Merging Identities Through Conflicting Evidence
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Using Online Resources of the DAR for Your Genealogy
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Researching Patriot Ancestors in the American Revolution
13 October 2026
Topic: Finding Minnesota Records in Free Genealogy Resources
Host: Hiawatha Valley Genealogical Society, Red Wing, MN – In Person
9 November 2026
Topic: Getting the Most from FamilySearch
Host: Ashtabula County Genealogical Society, Ashtabula, Ohio – Virtual