Monthly Archives: April 2021

Help Your Genealogy Society to Thrive

by Charles Hansen
Help Your Genealogy Society to Thrive
Genealogy societies provide an indispensable and invaluable service to aspiring and experienced genealogists alike. Continuous development of volunteer leaders is necessary for every society to not only survive, but also to thrive and grow membership.
 
Focus on Societies, the National Genealogical Society (NGS) all-day virtual program on 21 May, offers an excellent opportunity for genealogy societies. Current society leaders will learn new management strategies, and attendance may encourage other society members to step up to serve on a committee or the board.
 
Registration for individuals is $35 for the 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. event, or take advantage of the NGS group rate of $100 to register up to five society members. Societies do not need to be a NGS Member to register and attend this event. Registration closes 12 May. Learn more at https://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/focus-on-societies/.
 
Lecture topics include:
Lessons Learned from the Pandemic
Finding Good Material for Society Newsletters
Incorporating Special Interests and Study Groups in Your Society
Website, Content, and Social Media Strategies
Using Your Email List to Grow Society Membership
Getting and Keeping Your Volunteers
Preparing and Presenting a Cemetery Tour
Introduction to Event Management for Local Societies
Growing Your Society with Quality Events
Moving into the Virtual World of Meetings
Using an Open-Sourced System for Your Society’s Digitization
Digital Marketing for Societies
Register today at https://conference.ngsgenealogy.org/focus-on-societies/. # # #
Founded in 1903, the National Genealogical Society inspires, connects, and leads the family history community by fostering collaboration and best practices in advocacy, education, preservation, and research. We enable people, cultures, and organizations to discover the past and create a lasting legacy. The Falls Church, Virginia, based nonprofit is the premier national society for everyone, from the beginner to the most advanced family historian.

International German Genealogy Partnership

by Charles Hansen

International German Genealogy Partnership Hello German genealogists,

Only 93 days until the conference, and we are getting very excited! Please read this entire e-mail as there is a lot of news – including a special coupon, an exciting contest, and introductions to specific presentations. 

For any questions, please do not reply to this e-mail, but contact James Beidler here. 

$50 Coupon Savings: Missed the special Early-Bird pricing, but still want to attend the conference?Now until April 30, use the coupon code “EARLY” at check-out to get $50 off the package of your choice! 

Rabatt von 50€: Es sind weniger als 100 Tage bis zur 2021 IGGC virtuell und es gibt bereits heute viele Interessierte die teilnehmen werden. Bis zum 30. April gibt es jetzt mit dem Coupon-Code „EARLY” einen Rabatt von 50€ auf das von Ihnen gewählte Paket. Registrieren Sie sich auf: https://playbacknow.regfox.com/iggp-2021-euro bis zum 30. April mit dem Code “EARLY”.

Register Now
Jetzt Registrieren




Facebook Share Contest: WIN A FREE USB WORKS Package ($299 value) to the virtual German Genealogy Conference this summer by sharing the Facebook contest post, which you can find on our Facebook page!

Details: Everyone who shares the post (or its German version) by April 30 will be entered in a raffle to win a free USB Works Package ($299 value, full conference access + lifetime access to all conference presentations) to the virtual German genealogy conference this July. And if you have already bought your ticket, you will be refunded your money.

FACEBOOK GEWINNSPIEL: Gewinne ein Komplettpaket (im Wert von 252,00 €) für die virtuelle International German Genealogy Conference. Einfach den Facebook Gewinnspiel Beitrag teilen und dadurch am Gewinnspiel teilnehmen!

Details: Jeder, der diesen Beitrag (oder die englische Version) bis zum 30. April teilt, nimmt an einer Verlosung teil um ein kostenloses Komplettpaket (im Wert 252,00 €, vollständiger Konferenzzugriff + lebenslanger Zugriff auf alle Konferenzpräsentationen) für die virtuelle International German Genealogy Conference zu gewinnen. Wenn Sie bereits ein Ticket gekauft haben, wird Ihnen der voll Kaufpreis erstattet. Getting excited about the presentations? Check out our most recent blog posts on speakers and presentations here. All presentations will be in English or German, with subtitles in the opposite language (Please Note: Just because a video on the blog is in German does not necessarily mean the presentation will be given in German during the conference. These videos were originally made for a German-speaking audience). 

Roger Minert: Enumerated, Registered and Forgotten: Censuses and Residential Registration in Germany

Daniel Earl:  Banat German Research Tips 

Claire Gebben: Explore the Rhineland Palatinate! 

Corinna Meiß: Gesponserte Auswanderung aus dem Oberharz/Königreich Hannover in die USA 1848-1855 

Katherine Schober: A Wealth of Websites: Deciphering the German Script Made Easy 

James Beidler: Finding the Right German Place with On- and Offline Tools

Charlotte Champenois:  Finding Records Online for Germans in Alsace‐Lorraine Check Out the Conference Program Konferenz Programm anzeigen

Can’t wait to see you this summer!

Research Your Way to Genealogy Answers

by Charles Hansen

We wanted to let your group know about the 3rd annual Research Your Way to Genealogy Answers virtual conference coming up on Saturday, 5th June 2021 The past virtual conferences were very successful and had great attendance. 
Speakers will be talking about the following:Research Over My Shoulder: A Practical Guide to Researching Your Ancestors (Devon Noel Lee) How To Effectively Research Newspapers For Your Ancestors (Lisa Lisson) How to Research German Ancestors from the US to their Hometown (Miles Meyer) Dissecting a Civil War Pension Record-Union & Confederate (Jill Morelli)The online sessions will begin at 10am Eastern Time on Saturday, 5th June 2021. Some answers to common questions that people have asked us:

1. Yes, the sessions are live. These are not pre-recorded, so if you have questions, then please ask them in the chat during any of the sessions and we’ll get them answered.

2. Yes there are door prizes. 

3. No, you don’t have to be watching the live presentations to win (although we hope you do), everyone who is registered will be eligible to win the door prizes.

4. Yes, recordings of the sessions will be available for 30 days after the virtual conference so even if you can’t make the live session, register so that you can watch the recordings.

5. Yes we use our webcams. You don’t have to watch slides all the time. You also get to see people. 

6. Yes, this event is open to anyone who wants to register.  No need to travel or even change out of your pajamas if you don’t want to.

As with past events there will be a 5th hour panel discussion where you can ask questions about any of the topics or even anything else related to genealogy and research. Early bird registration is only $19.99 until May 22nd. The regular registration price is $24.99. Learn more at the website (https://www.familyhistoryfanatics.com/researchconference) and register today.
Feel free to post this information on your website or Facebook page and let your members know. If you would like graphics to post, let us know and we can send them to you.
Thanks,Andrew & Devon Noel Lee
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American Ancestors call for Stories

by Charles Hansen

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“We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated.” –Maya Angelou
Submit Your Ancestor’s Story
As we all process the last year of tremendous challenge and change, there is an opportunity to reflect upon our lives in the context of history and our ancestors. Many of us have heard family stories about the tough times they lived through. Wars, pandemics, oppression, displacement, economic crisis– our foremothers and fathers often had it rougher than we do now.

In the spirit of finding inspiration and strength from those who came before us, we’ve asked our members and visitors to share interesting family stories for a new online gallery–”Ancestor Strong.” The memories provided thus far are a testament to the courage, tenacity, and faith of generations past.

To date we’ve received nearly 50 responses and are looking for many more. We’re hoping you can help us get the word out about the call for entries to your members and constituents, as well as give these stories a wider audience. Anyone can visit the site, and via a simple form, submit a story on behalf of an ancestor who inspired them.

Please take a few minutes to page through the gallery to see the existing submissions. You can scroll down on the home page to see the “Share Your Ancestor’s Story” button, which leads to a submission page. 
Thank you for your time and consideration and we look forward to receiving more stories!
     
American Ancestors and New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS) is the nation’s most comprehensive resource for family history research. Members have access to expert family history services through the organization’s staff, original published scholarship, its data-rich website at AmericanAncestors.org, outstanding online educational opportunities, and a state-of-the-art research center located in downtown Boston. American Ancestors helps family historians of all levels explore their past and understand their families’ unique place in history.
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South King County Genealogical Society Newspaper Research

by Charles Hansen

Extra! Extra! I found it in the Newspapers with South King County Genealogical Society at King County Library System online.

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Register: https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/606752361eedf0240080ec21 (if you registered last month, register again!)

Newspaper records include announcements, obituaries, anniversaries, legal notices, letters to the editor and social columns filled with personal news of the daily experiences and lives of your family and their neighbors. Learn to access a variety of historical newspapers to see your ancestors as part of a larger community.

Due to technical difficulties in March, we are pleased to re-present a program by Winona Laird of the South King County Genealogical Society.
All the best,

Heritage Quest Research Library Needs Volunteers

by Charles Hansen
We’re OPEN 6 days a week! But we need your help!  Now that many of us have received our COVID Vaccines, we’re ready to move forward and get back into Genealogy. However we can’t do it without you! Our Librarians have worked hard to keep our doors open and we have done so with a very small group of volunteers.  We’re unable to add hours if we don’t have the manpower.  Are you willing to give just 4 to 6 hours per week to help us?  Please call Susan, our Volunteer Coordinator, at: 253-351-6044
or the Library, at: 253-863-1806
We’re OPEN:
Monday, 10 AM to 2 PM
Tuesday, 10 AM to 2 PM
Wednesday, 10 AM to 2 PM
Thursday, 10 AM to 2 PM
Friday, 10 AM to 2 PM
Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM
We hope to add hours as we expand our volunteer personnel.
 Pre-arranged, special extended hours, are always available.  
CALL: 253-863-1806
 

Tri-City Genealogical Society April Meeting

by Charles Hansen

Topic: TCGS April Zoom Meeting/Presentation

Time: Apr 14, 2021 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89891417176?pwd=UmkyTzFpQ21ZdEJxaHBiOEdZaTJvQT09
Meeting ID: 898 9141 7176

Passcode: 792157

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South King County Genealogical Society A Day with Judy Russell

by Charles Hansen

LAWS, LEGACIES & LOSERS

A Day with Judy Russell, The Legal Genealogist
VIRTUAL EVENT
Saturday, June 5, 2021
9:00am – 4:00pm PDT
$35 SKCGS Members / $45 Non-Members
Price goes up $5 after April 30, 2021

Secure credit card payment & online registration:
https://south-king-county-genealogical-society.square.site

OR Download registration form, print and mail with check:
http://skcgs.org/seminar.html

South King County Genealogical Society is pleased to present guest speaker Judy Russell, JD, CG, CGL

Seminar topics:
9:00AM “FINDING THE LAW”
10:45AM “WHERE THERE IS – OR ISN’T – A WILL”
1:00PM “ROGUES, RASCALS AND RAPSCALLIONS: THE FAMILY BLACK SHEEP”
2:30PM “DNA AND THE GOLDEN RULE: THE LAW AND ETHICS OF GENETIC GENEALOGY”Full page flyer:
http://skcgs.org/graphics/Seminar-21.jpg

Meeting link and syllabus will be emailed the week of the seminar

COME JOIN US FOR A FUN DAY WITH JUDY. WE’LL ALSO HAVE DOOR PRIZES!! 
—
Tina Lawson

Publicity Team

So. King County Genealogical Society

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