Yakima Valley Genealogical Society
1901 So. 12th Ave
Union Gap, WA 98903
www.yvgs.net
(509) 248 – 1328
Where: Y.V.G.S. Library – General Meeting
Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: 10:00a.m.
Speaker: Julia Brown
Subject: Two Links on www.yvgs.net website under Internet Resources.
Julia will be covering how to use the GenGophers and Periodical Source Index –
Allen County Library Site.
Both are excellent resources to help with researching your ancestry.
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| Mapping Your Migrating Ancestors I found my family but why did they move so much or did the really? What resources can I use to see where they went? What stories are told by following our families across the country? Do you want to know all this? You and I have a friend in the library, Tina Beaird. What can she teach us today to help us tell our family stories?  Tina Beaird is the owner of Tamarack Genealogy and is a Genealogy & Local History Librarian at the Plainfield Public Library in Plainfield, Illinois. She holds a Masters of Library and Information Science degree with a specialization in Archives/Preservation from Dominican University. Tina has won multiple research and digitization grants to preserve & digitize historic documents & photos. When: Thursday, February 6, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Where: ZOOM & In-Person Cost: $20 members $25 non-members Sign-Up and Payment for ZOOM: Go to hqrl.com and go to the HQRL Store. Be sure to sign in as a member to receive your discount. For In-Person (8 only): Call: 253-863-1806 or come into the library at: 2102 E Main, Ste. 105 Puyallup, WA 98372 Next up Beginning Your Family History Part A: Getting Started February 20, 2025 Bonus Opportunity 7 Habits – 7 Months with DearMYRTLE Here’s a second chance the hear DearMYRTLE’s presentation from January 16, 2025 on the 7- Habits of Highly Effective Genealogists. Recording will include MYRT’s presentation, handouts and work-study group discussion. AVAILABLE until January 31st. $20 members / $25 non-members Link will be sent after payment received. |
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Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society DNA Special Interest Group
Tuesday, January 28 at 7:00 pm via Zoom
We will discuss the DNA company Living DNA, their offerings, and take a virtual tour of the website.
Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: TPCGS DNA Special Interest Group Meeting
Every month on the Fourth Tue beginning at 7:00 PM Pacific Time
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🌟 Don’t Miss Out on Genealogy Café with the Grays Harbor Genealogical Society! 🌟
📅 DATE: March 8, 2025
🕐 TIME: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 VENUE: Timberland Libraries in Hoquiam (420 7th Street, Hoquiam, WA 98550)
and Aberdeen (121 East Market Street, Aberdeen, WA 98520
🔍 Dive into your roots and discover the hidden treasures of your family history at the Genealogy Café hosted by the Grays Harbor Genealogical Society in partnership with the Timberland Libraries in Hoquiam and Aberdeen. This event is open to all! Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to connect with experienced genealogists from the Grays Harbor Genealogical Society.
🌟 Ignite your curiosity and journey through time to unravel the mysteries of your lineage and heritage. Whether you’re new to genealogy or a seasoned family historian, this event welcomes everyone eager to explore their roots.
🌟 Delve into local resources and uncover valuable insights with personalized assistance using the library’s online tools. This is a unique chance to enhance your genealogical knowledge and make meaningful discoveries about your family’s past.
🌟 Are you ready to uncover the stories hidden within your family tree? Join us at the Genealogy Café for a free event where you can drop in anytime between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. Be sure to secure your spot early as it’s first-come, first-served!
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| Mapping Your Migrating Ancestors I found my family but why did they move so much or did the really? What resources can I use to see where they went? What stories are told by following our families across the country? Do you want to know all this? You and I have a friend in the library, Tina Beaird. What can she teach us today to help us tell our family stories? Tina Beaird is the owner of Tamarack Genealogy and is a Genealogy & Local History Librarian at the Plainfield Public Library in Plainfield, Illinois. She holds a Masters of Library and Information Science degree with a specialization in Archives/Preservation from Dominican University. Tina has won multiple research and digitization grants to preserve & digitize historic documents & photos. When: Thursday, February 6, 2025 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Where: ZOOM & In-Person Cost: $20 members $25 non-members Sign-Up and Payment for ZOOM: Go to hqrl.com and go to the HQRL Store. Be sure to sign in as a member to receive your discount. For In-Person (8 only): Call: 253-863-1806 or come into the library at: 2102 E Main, Ste. 105 Puyallup, WA 98372 Coming Soon Beginning Your Family History Part A: Getting Started February 20, 2025 Bonus Opportunity 7 Habits – 7 Months with DearMYRTLE Here’s a second chance the hear DearMYRTLE’s presentation from January 16, 2025 on the 7- Habits of Highly Effective Genealogists. Recording will include MYRT’s presentation, handouts and work-study group discussion. AVAILABLE until January 31st. $20 members / $25 non-members Link will be sent after payment received. Copyright © 2025 Heritage Quest Research Library, All rights reserved. You have told us that you want to receive our news and updates from our library. Our mailing address is: Heritage Quest Research Library 2102 East Main Suite 105 Puyallup, WA 98372-3205 |
Where in the World?!?
Pin Your Ancestors Down with Google Maps and Google Earth
Saturday, February 1
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
THE HIVE, 2904 E Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA
DOORS OPEN AT 12:30 P.M. for Social time (please come early to help set up)
Presented by Cyndi Ingle (Cyndi’s List)
Please remember to bring any donations you might have for the April Book Sale or the October Auction. Paula Davis will accept donations at any meeting.
Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society Genealogy Chat
Tuesday, January 21, 2025, starting at 7:00 PM via Zoom
Please join us and let’s chat!
Discussion starter topic: How are we doing?
We have made some changes over the last year, sent out a member survey, changed the Newsletter to monthly, added another Special Interest Group, and changed the location of our monthly Educational meeting. Please attend and share your thoughts about these changes and any suggestions for things you would like to see added or changed.
This is a monthly opportunity to connect with others and talk about anything and everything genealogical. The value of this meeting increases with the participation of each person that attends and contributes to the conversations. This is your chance to celebrate the breaking down of a brick wall in your research or ask questions of others that can help you find records or relatives. Everyone, members, and guests are welcome and encouraged to attend and participate.
Date & Time: Every month on the Third Tue, from 7:00 PM until 8:30 PM Pacific Time
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Friday, February 7th meeting
Zoom Registration required: https://tinyurl.com/mtyhjk
More information: Visitors are always welcome. Our website is https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com/
Please join the Skagit Valley Genealogical Society on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1pm for the second of our Winter Series, Writing Your Life Story with Annette Burke Lyttle, CG of Heritage Detective. Annette speaks on a variety of genealogical topics at the national, state and local levels and loves helping people uncover and share their family stories. Can’t make it to the Burlington Library, request a zoom link by emailing genealogy0715@gmail.com. We hope this program will be of interest to your members.