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| Welcome in the New Year with a presentation about German Genealogy Over 40 million Americans have German ancestors, comprising 10 to 15% of the population and forming the largest single ethnic group in the U.S. When researching your German American family history, you will inevitably reach the point where your ancestors crossed the Atlantic. Many people stop when they get to this stage, unsure how to continue researching in Europe. However, this is not where your journey has to end. We will show you how to continue tracing your family’s history using German sources, enabling you to track your lineage one or two centuries further back. Our presentation is designed as a starting point for researching your German ancestors and provides an overview of German genealogy. We begin with a brief history of German immigration to the US, covering routes, numbers and time frames. Following that, I will guide you through the various sources available in Germany, both primary and secondary, demonstrating how to access and utilize them effectively. This includes passenger lists, censuses, church records, administrative documents, personal registers, and more. One of the most challenging aspects of German American genealogy is pinpointing the exact hometown in Germany from which your ancestor emigrated. We will share strategies to help you overcome this hurdle, even when American records lack this crucial information. Additionally, I am happy to answer any questions you may have after the presentation.  Till Fehmer Co-founder Fehmer Genealogy (2024)Research Assistant for Professor Andrew Moravcsik at Princeton University (2021-2022) MSc “European and International Public Policy” at the London School of Economics (LSE) (2020-2021) Trainee at the European Commission (2022- 2023) When: Thursday January 2, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Where: ZOOM & limited in-person (8) Cost: $20 members, $25 non-members, Sign-up and Payment: ZOOM Go to HQRL Store at hqrl.com (sign in as a member to get the discount) In-Person (8 only): Call: 253-863-1806 or Come into the library at 2102 E Main Ave. Ste 105 Puyallup, WA 98372  HAVE YOU HEARD?Dear MYRTLE will be joining us on January 16, 2025, to guide us through the “7 – Habits of Highly Effective Genealogists.” Mark your calendars and get your research ready to tackle the common pitfalls every genealogist encounters. More coming soon! |
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Italian Interest Group of the Eastside Genealogical Society Multiple Lies and an Alias: Solving the Mystery
 Multiple Lies and an Alias:Solving the Mystery of One Italian Immigrant |
| A search for any information on the biological father of an 83-year-old Italian man yields unexpected twists and turns. Leveraging a wide variety of records sets – some more obscure than others – this case study of an Italian immigrant in New York in the 1920s reveals many conflicts, scandal, and lies. It’s a case study about how documentary records, DNA, and oral tradition solved the mystery of this elusive man. |
| ZOOM Meeting When: 18-Jan-2025, Saturday Time: 1:30 PM (PDT) Presenter: Kerri Tannenbaum |
 Kerri Tannenbaum is a professional genealogist and researcher who works with people looking to learn more about their family history. She specializes in New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Irish research. Kerri is a graduate of Boston University’s Certificate Program in Genealogical Research and the ProGen Peer Study Groups. She serves as contributing editor of the Irish Family History Forum newsletter, a recipient of many awards from the National Genealogical Society. She also serves as a guest lecturer and research consultant for several genealogy societies. Kerri founded her company Family Dot Connector LLC in 2018 and has served hundreds of clients since then. She lives on Long Island in New York with her husband and two daughters. |
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Tri-City Genealigical Society After You’re Gone Future Proofing Your Genealogy Research
Please join us for Tri-City Genealogical Society’s January General meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 8. The presentation will be at the Richland FamilySearch Center located at 1314A Goethals Dr. Entrance is down the ramp from the parking lot that is to the north of Dairy Queen. The presentation will also be on Zoom so you can join in from the comfort of your own home. See below for the Zoom link.
The January presentation will be by Thomas MacEntee. Thomas is a professional genealogist specializing in the use of technology and social media to improve genealogical research and as a means of interacting with others in the family history community. A handout will be available upon request.
The subject of the talk will be After You’re Gone: Future Proofing Your Genealogy Research
Have you ever considered what will happen to your years of genealogy research once you’re gone? Learn how to ensure that your hard work carries on. Through a combination of planning, common sense, and new technologies, we’ll review how to create an action plan for preserving your genealogy research. Topics include
● The Perils of Inaction: Lost Genealogy
● Basic Planning and Data Successor ship
● Working with Societies, Libraries and Archives
● Technology to the Rescue
● Best Practices for Genealogy Future Proofing
● Resource List
Thank you to everyone who has already joined TCGS for 2025. For those who would like to join, the online application can be found at https://tricitygenealogicalsociety.org/q/join/join_renew/ and a printable application can be found at https://tricitygenealogicalsociety.org/q/wp-content/uploads/2023TCGSBrochure.pdf .
Time: Jan 8, 2025 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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Happy New Year
The back of this postcard just has the Address: Mrs. A. M. Hansen; Box 195; Sebeka, Minn. This was the address of Anton M. Hansen, my grandfather and his wife Anna (Dillingham) Hansen and their 4 children, my dad the youngest, till sometime in 1910 when they moved to Columbus Montana. Anna’s aunt was living in Columbus so I think that is why they moved to Montana.
Heritage Quest Research Library New Year German Genealogy Presentation
| Welcome in the New Year with a presentation about German Genealogy Over 40 million Americans have German ancestors, comprising 10 to 15% of the population and forming the largest single ethnic group in the U.S. When researching your German American family history, you will inevitably reach the point where your ancestors crossed the Atlantic. Many people stop when they get to this stage, unsure how to continue researching in Europe. However, this is not where your journey has to end. We will show you how to continue tracing your family’s history using German sources, enabling you to track your lineage one or two centuries further back. Our presentation is designed as a starting point for researching your German ancestors and provides an overview of German genealogy. We begin with a brief history of German immigration to the US, covering routes, numbers and time frames. Following that, I will guide you through the various sources available in Germany, both primary and secondary, demonstrating how to access and utilize them effectively. This includes passenger lists, censuses, church records, administrative documents, personal registers, and more. One of the most challenging aspects of German American genealogy is pinpointing the exact hometown in Germany from which your ancestor emigrated. We will share strategies to help you overcome this hurdle, even when American records lack this crucial information. Additionally, I am happy to answer any questions you may have after the presentation. Till Fehmer Co-founder Fehmer Genealogy (2024) Research Assistant for Professor Andrew Moravcsik at Princeton University (2021-2022) MSc “European and International Public Policy” at the London School of Economics (LSE) (2020-2021) Trainee at the European Commission (2022- 2023) When: Thursday January 2, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Where: ZOOM & limited in-person (8) Cost: $20 members, $25 non-members, Sign-up and Payment: ZOOM Go to HQRL Store at hqrl.com (sign in as a member to get the discount) In-Person (8 only): Call: 253-863-1806 or Come into the library at 2102 E Main Ave. Ste 105 Puyallup, WA 98372 |
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NGS 2025 Family History Conference
| Registration is Now Open for the NGS 2025 Family History Conference Discount Information for Organization Members Dear NGS Organization Members, Administrators, and Delegates, Registration is open for the National Genealogical Society (NGS) 2025 Family History Conference, Tales & Trails, in Louisville, Kentucky, 23-26 May, at the Galt House Hotel. More than one thousand genealogists and related organizations are expected to attend to connect with family history researchers while enhancing knowledge and skills. Check out the conference website to learn more about our in-depth program covering a wide range of interests, exceptional speakers, fascinating events and tours, and more. Start preparing your entry for the 2025 SLAM! Idea Showcase and encourage people from your organization to participate in FOCUS on 23 May 2025. Register for the conference by 31 January to get the early bird $50 discount! |
Visit the Conference Website and Register Now Visit the Conference Website Conference Registration Discount Offer for Organization Members NGS member organizations can register up to three leaders, volunteers, or employees to attend the NGS 2025 Family History Conference at the individual membership rate if those people are not members of NGS. To use this offer, organizations must submit the 2025 Family History Conference Organization Request Form by Friday, 25 April 2025. Once the form is received, NGS will create the registration in our system for each individual (up to three people) listed on the submitted form. Each person will be emailed an invoice and can pay their registration with the discounted rate by phone or online by logging in to their account. The discount offer is only valid at the time of the initial registration, and refunds will not be authorized for existing paid registrations. Please make sure your organization submits the necessary form to receive the discounted rate per person and communicates the process to your leaders, volunteers, or staff to avoid potential confusion. For complete details and the link to the form, please visit the Organization Registration page on the conference website. Get Organization Registration Details |
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Eastern Washington Genealogical Society Honors and Awards Luncheon 2025
Don’t Miss This One!
The EWGS Honors and Awards Luncheon is Coming Soon!
Register Today!
Don’t miss out on celebrating ourselves and our accomplishments!
Raffles Free Stuff Fascinating Speaker Friends Fabulous Food
Saturday, January 4, 2025
Annual Awards Luncheon
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Southside Community Center at 3151 E 27th Ave. Spokane, WA 99223
PLEASE NOTE START TIME OF 12 NOON
TOPIC “The Future of Genealogy Societies”
Handouts are available now on the website (print them at home)
Guest Speaker : Dr. Joshua Taylor, president of the New York Genealogical & Biographical Society, is a nationally recognized speaker. His contributions to the field have been acknowledged through numerous awards, including Rootstech’s Distinguished Presenter Award.
(the Zoom link will be sent to registrants via email the day prior to the presentation.)
Program will include:
- Recognition of 2025 Board Members and 2024 outgoing Board members and Past President
- Committee volunteers and chairpersons
- Recognition of our amazing volunteers! We couldn’t do this without them!
Lunch: Clam Chowder, Creamy Italian Sausage & Pasta and Lentil Soups, Caesar Salad and Bread. Assorted cupcakes for dessert.
**Cost: $40 for members, $50 for non-members, and $20 for zoomers.
How to Register:
DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS DECEMBER 31, 2024
YOU MUST LOGIN TO GET MEMBER RATE
1. TO PAY FROM OUR NEW WEBSITE: On the event listing Click on “register here” YOU WILL BE TAKEN TO THE ‘DONATION’ PAGE. FILL OUT THE FORM AND CLICK SUBMIT. YOU WILL HAVE A NEW SCREEN WITH ‘PAY NOW’. CLICK ON PAY NOW TO ENTER Credit Card DATA.
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2. YOU MAY ALSO PAY IN OUR STORE (Click on Store and follow the directions there)
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3. You can mail your registration to: EWGS – 816 W Francis, Suite 572, Spokane, WA 99205 (Deadline for mail-in is December 27th)
No refunds after December 31, 2024
The Ways and Means Committee is planning a book auction for April.
Please bring your best genealogy-related books to Paula Davis. She will accept your donations at any meeting.
Skagit Valley Genealogical Society German Genealogy for Americans
Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society Merry Christmas
Thank You for your support and looking forward to a great New Year in ancestor hunting!
Please refer to our blog page for program schedules and latest society news.
German Interest Group of the Eastside Genealogical Society German Migration Patterns
Zoom Registration required: https://tinyurl.com/vnjj2w75
More information: Visitors are always welcome. Our website is https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com/