From Ft Walla Walla Camp 3 Commander of the Sons of the Union Veterans of the Civil War. On July/27 at Starbuck, WA Cemetery- a dedication ceremony of a new Stone marker for CW Union Veteran George Wood.
Starts at 11:30 at Cemetery. Special lunch and program also follow after. Family to attend and Public invited. Questions-509 945 0549 or www.suvpnw.org
Author Archives: Charles Hansen
Genealogical Forum of Oregon Gen Talk
July GenTalk sponsored by GFO
Where do you start if you are tracing ancestry to Mexico? Learn the most helpful record types for Mexican and Mexico Spanish colonial genealogy research and where to find them. This class will also address tips for dealing with the language barrier.
Presenter Moises Garza’s passion for genealogy started in the cotton fields of west Texas. As a migrant worker, he worked in the fields next to his father, Lauro Garza, who had a sharp memory and told countless stories about his own ancestors. Moises has pursued genealogy since 1998, first with his own family and then helping countless others in their own quest to find their ancestors. He has published 60 books on genealogy and he continues with this passion by publishing and creating resources to help clients in their own search.
This talk is free of charge.
Registration at https://gfo.org/learn/gen-talks.html
Yakima Valley Genealogical Society Using Family Search and Family Search WIKI
Yakima Valley Genealogical Society
1901 S. 12th Avenue
Union Gap, WA 98903
Phone: (509) 248-1328
Email: yvgs@yvgs.net
Yakima Valley Genealogical Society
Date: Friday, July 19, 2024
Location: Y.V.G.S. Library (6:00pm – 8:30pm)
Event: Mini-Seminar
Speaker: Richard Kyle
Subject: “How to Use Familysearch and Familysearch WIKI”
Fee: $5.00 at the door.
Tacoma Pierce County Genealogical Society DNA SIG Meeting
Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society DNA Special Interest Group Meeting
Tuesday, July 23, Starting at 7:00 pm via Zoom
We will be reading Your DNA Guide by Diahan Southard.
Rather than continuing to read the book in order, we will start working on our Plans, as outlined in the book, and share our successes and struggles.
This book is available from the author, the publishers, Amazon, or perhaps through your local public library or via Inter-Library Loan.
Check WorldCat to see what libraries may have copies.
Calendar reminder: TPCGS DNA Special Interest Group Meeting
Every month on the Fourth Tuesday beginning at 7:00 PM Pacific Time
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82725316888?pwd=MDc3UEZrUVJNbmxmK2ZORmw5YzdDdz09
Meeting ID: 827 2531 6888
Passcode: 811780
One tap mobile:
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Meeting ID: 827 2531 6888
Passcode: 811780
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Tacoma Pierce County Genealogical Society Book Club
Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society Book Club
Saturday, July 20, 2024, starting at 4:00 pm via Zoom
Please join us as we discuss a fictional genealogical book, Bloodline by Fiona Mountain.
More information at:
Amazon: Bloodline
Also available in print from various used bookstores.
We will also choose future books.
TPCGS Book Club Zoom Meeting
Every month on the Third Sat beginning at 4:00 PM Pacific Time
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Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 819 9921 3610
Passcode: 479394
One tap mobile:
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+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
Meeting ID: 819 9921 3610
Passcode: 479394
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/keibNHDdyf
Tacoma Pierce County Genealogical Society Chat
Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society Genealogy Chat
Tuesday, July 16, 2024, starting at 7:00 PM via Zoom
Please join us and let’s chat!
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
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 878 3913 0000
Passcode: 836216
One tap mobile:
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+12532158782,,87839130000#,,,,*836216# US (Tacoma)
Dial by your location:
+1 253 205 0468 US
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
Meeting ID: 878 3913 0000
Passcode: 836216
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdesX0el3t
Clark County Genealogical Society Finding Your Ancestors Immigration
South King County Genealogical Society July 2024 Happenings
NOTE FROM YOUR PRESIDENT
My term as SKCGS President ends in May 2025. If you are interested in stepping up to lead this Society, now is the time to volunteer, and get involved with the Board. I would love to talk with you, and explore your ideas about the future, and answer your questions.
Thank you, Valorie
Write to: president@skcgs.org to get the dialog started.
Volunteer Opportunity: Volunteers needed for Black Diamond Miners Day on Saturday, July 13. Setup starts at 8am, and we’ll be there until 4 pm. Come for an hour or two, or all day! Write to outreach@skcgs.org to let us know when you can help out.
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PROGRAM UPDATES
- All meetings are online except Genealogy Help at the Auburn and Federal Way Libraries
- The in-person Research Workshop will not meet in July or August
- Live transcription (captioning) is available during our Zoom meetings by request
- Online meeting participants need to register for SKCGS Zoom meetings. Register at our website skcgs.org. Upon registration, Zoom will send a confirmation email with instructions on joining the meeting.
JULY – EARLY AUGUST 2024 MEETINGS & EVENTS
Monday, July 8, 2024 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genetic Genealogy/DNA Interest Group (online)
Topic: WATO Success (What Are the Odds?)
Plus: A New Upgrade to the Classic Tool
https://www.yourdnaguide.com/ydgblog/wato-plus
https://www.reddit.com/r/Genealogy/comments/wrz1jy/wato_tool_hypotheses/
Volunteers show how they have used WATO successfully, or share data and tell us your research question.
Register at https://www.skcgs.org
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Subscribe to the free SKCGS Genetic-Genealogy email list for announcements and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Genetic-Genealogy
Saturday, July 13, 2024 ⋅ 9:00am – 4:00pm PT
Black Diamond Miners Day Street Fair (in-person)
32627 Railroad Ave, Black Diamond, WA 98010, USA (map)
Setup from 8am-9am; Fair 9am-4pm; Cleanup 4pm-4:30pm.
Monday, July 15, 2024 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Technical User Group (online)
Topic: Publishing your book on Kindle Direct Publishing presented by Winona Laird.
https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/
Register at https://www.skcgs.org
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Subscribe to the free SKCGS Technical User Group email list for announcements and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/TUG
Monday, July 22, 2024 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genealogy Chat (online)
Meet up and chat about genealogy subjects and topics. We have no agenda; we just like one another!
Register at https://www.skcgs.org
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Subscribe to the free SKCGS email list for announcements and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Society
Thursday, July 25, 2024 ⋅ 11:00am – 1:00pm PT
Genealogy Help with SKCGS at the Auburn Library (in-person)
Genealogy questions? SKCGS offers one-on-one help with a volunteer
1102 Auburn Way S
Auburn, WA 98002
Registration not required. In-person event. Safety guidelines and current protocols followed. More information at King County Library, email kcls-auburn@kcls.org
Thursday, July 25, 2024 ⋅ 2:00pm – 4:00pm PT
Genealogy Help with SKCGS at the Federal Way Library (in-person)
Genealogy questions? SKCGS offers one-on-one help with a volunteer
34200 1st Way S
Federal Way, WA 98003
Registration not required. In-person event. Safety guidelines and current protocols followed. More information at King County Library, https://kcls.org/locations/federal-way, or phone: (253) 838-3668
Saturday, August 3, 2024, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (online)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM.
Register at https://www.skcgs.org
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Subscribe to the free SKCGS FTM email list for announcements and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG
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Seattle Genealogical Society Tip of the Week Lost Newspapers
| TIP OF THE WEEK – HELP! MY ANCESTORS’ NEWSPAPERS WERE LOST If a community you are studying lost their newspapers, try searching the entire state for mentions of the name of that newspaper, you can often find snippets of local news that were reprinted by neighboring communities. For example, you may find details of a devastating storm or a local bank failure. All of these events impacted our ancestors even if the story doesn’t include their name. You can also find a mention of a family member this way as well. Another useful strategy is to search newspaper in their state querying the name of their town with their surname. | |
| July 1, 2024 SGS eNews! comes out the first of every month. contact eNews! forward this email to a friend | |
Seattle Genealogical Society July Happenings
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CERTIFICATION COURSE TO BE OFFERED THIS FALL
The Certification Discussion Group (CDG) course will be offered this October as a virtual course. More than 700 students have graduated from this SGS course, now in its seventh year. Join in and learn about the Board for Certification of Genealogy’s certification process. Gain an understanding of how to develop a portfolio. Strengthen your knowledge of the standards for being a better genealogist. Find out if certification is right for you. Sign up for the waitlist to get the announcement of dates and times in August. Final decisions can be made at that time.
HELP SPREAD THE NEWS ABOUT SGS AT THE SKAGIT VALLEY HIGHLAND GAMES
SGS is sharing the Clans of Ireland booth at the 28th Annual Skagit Valley Highland Games & Celtic Festival and volunteers are needed to staff the booth. This two-day festival of music, dance, competition and entertainment will be held at the Skagit County Fairgrounds (501 Taylor St in Mt Vernon, WA) on the weekend of July 13–14, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. If you are interested in helping staff our table for several hours, please contact James Ryan at janglinjehu@yahoo.com.
APPGEN SIGNUPS TO BEGIN SOON
Mark you calendars. Sign up for the fall Applied Genealogy Institute classes from August 22 to 28. Classes offered will include
- DNA Analysis
- Native American research
- Records after Death
- Researching Overseas
- Connecticut Genealogy and Social Media Marketing (oriented toward professional genealogists and society social media partners.)
You can find out more on the website. These courses are oriented towards “Learn By Doing.” The instructors are content experts.
SGS MEMBERS, REMEMBER TO RENEW
Take a few moments now to renew your membership as we begin our next century! When you renew online you can pay your dues with a credit/debit card right away or print out your invoice and send it with your dues payment to SGS. First log in at Members Home then click the green “Renew Membership” button. If you haven’t logged in before or have questions, send an email to membership@seagensoc.org.
NOT AN SGS MEMBER YET?
Join online today and enjoy a full year of discounted class and event fees, free research requests, special interest groups, and access to exclusive SGS publications and databases. Find out more about membership at Join SGS.
SAVE THE DATE
American Ancestors by NEHGS (FREE Webinars)
Thursdays, July 11 and 18, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
An Introduction to California Research – July 11
California has a rich history that reflects the state’s diverse cultural heritage and dynamic social changes. In this online lecture, Genealogist Meaghan E. H. Siekman will provide an introduction to doing family history research in the state starting with the period of pre-contact to statehood and beyond.
Understanding and Utilizing Indexes – July 18
Indexes are an unparalleled resource for genealogists, yet not all are arranged the same way. Join Senior Genealogist Melanie McComb to understand the different types of indexes that you will come across and how to leverage them in your family history research.
For more information visit the American Ancestors website.
East European Family History Conference
Tuesday, August 6 through Friday, August 9
Salt Lake City (in person)
The Foundation for East European Family History Studies (FEEFHS) will hold its annual conference on August 6-9, 2024, in Salt Lake City, Utah. More than 60 sessions will be presented in 8 tracks: German, Polish, Russian, Germans from Eastern Europe, Austro-Hungarian, Jewish, DNA, and Resources. For more information visit the FEEFHS website.
2024 GFO Virtual Fall Seminar
Genealogical Forum of Oregon
Eastside Genealogical Society
Friday, Nov. 1 through Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024
GFO has announced there 2024 Fall Seminar. It will feature a feast of DNA topics. Genetic Genealogist Paul Woodbury will discuss using DNA to solve genealogical questions. Friday evening will be a beginner session, with Saturday devoted to intermediate and advanced techniques. For more information visit the GFO’s website.
SGS CALENDAR OF EVENTSGood Shepherd Center, Suite 302
4649 Sunnyside Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103
206 522-8658Hours : Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
** 10:00 a.m .- 3:00 p.m. ** Always check the SGS Website Calendar of Events for the meeting links, registration, or for last minute updates or changes to the schedule. Be advised you may need to register in advance to join a meeting.
All times listed are Pacific Time unless otherwise noted
Wednesday, July 3, 2024, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Pacific Northwest Interest Group (Virtual), This month’s focus in on Idaho and Montana resources. Register on the SGS website.
Monday, July 8, 2024, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Brags & Bricks Social Interest Group (Virtual), Join us for an informal social gathering. Share your recent genealogical successes and challenges, or just come to hang out with other genealogists. Remember the new Zoom link started this month
Monday, July 8, 2024, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m., SGS Board of Directors Meeting (Virtual), All SGS members are welcome to attend. SGS is an all volunteer organization. Please be involved. Members must sign in to website to see Zoom link.
Monday, July
8, 2024, 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Write It Up! SIG (Virtual), Join this group to share and discuss writing projects, resources, and ideas. To join or learn more, contact SGS Director of Education (education@seagensoc.org).
Tuesday, July
9, 2024, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., Tech Tuesday (Virtual), informal consultation time on DNA, genealogy software, or genealogy-related technical issues. All are welcome. No appointment necessary. Bring us your problem; we’ll try to help.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024, 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., MAC Computer SIG, Jointly sponsored by SGS and Fiske. Meetings address topics and resources for Macintosh (Apple) computers and the Reunion genealogy software program. A link to login will be sent to the MAC SIG email list. If you would like to join, send an email to macusersig@seagensoc.org to be added to the email list.
Monday, July 15, 2024, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Brags & Bricks Social Interest Group (Virtual), Join us for an informal social gathering. Share your recent genealogical successes and challenges, or just come to hang out with other genealogists. Remember the new Zoom link started this month
Monday, July 22, 2024, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Brags & Bricks Social Interest Group (Virtual), Join us for an informal social gathering. Share your recent genealogical successes and challenges, or just come to hang out with other genealogists. Remember the new Zoom link started this month
Tuesday, July
23, 2024, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., Tech Tuesday (Virtual), informal consultation time on DNA, genealogy software, or genealogy-related technical issues. All are welcome. No appointment necessary. Bring us your problem; we’ll try to help.
Monday, July 29, 2024, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Brags & Bricks Social Interest Group (Virtual), Join us for an informal social gathering. Share your recent genealogical successes and challenges, or just come to hang out with other genealogists. Remember the new Zoom link started this month
Monday, August 5, 2024, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Brags & Bricks Social Interest Group (Virtual), Join us for an informal social gathering. Share your recent genealogical successes and challenges, or just come to hang out with other genealogists. Remember the new Zoom link started this month Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.,
Pacific Northwest Interest Group (Virtual), Share information and discuss Pacific Northwest genealogical research. Register on the SGS website.