Puget Sound Genealogical Society kicks off Map Month with a class on Saturday, April 6 at 10:30am. This will be a hybrid class.
Mapping An Ancestor with Janet Camarata. Geography is a discipline closely related to genealogy and an untapped resource for learning more about our ancestors. Using geography and maps in research provides visual clues to help answer questions about where, how far, and what is nearby. Learn about the George E. Curry family of Ohio and Kansas and how maps focused the research, located property, identified lost place names, solved a family mystery and identified jurisdictions to write for records
Saturday, May 11th at 9:30 am, the Clallam County Genealogical Society (CCGS) will host Mike Karsen and his presentation: The Musical Chicago, and all that Genealogical Jazz.
The Broadway musical and Hollywood movie CHICAGO was based on the stories of two real-life women by the name of Belva and Beulah. Just as in the show and movie, these women killed their lovers. By collecting standard genealogical documents Mike Karsen pieces together their lives, and puts their tales into context relating to Chicago history.
A professional speaker from Chicago, Mike Karsen has spoken on family legacy topics locally and nationally, has presented at conferences and authored genealogy articles. He is back with us at Clallam County by popular demand. His approach to genealogy is unique and entertaining as well.
All are invited to hear his presentation via Zoom or by coming to the CCGS Research Center located at 403 E. 8th Street in Port Angeles, WA. To join us with Zoom, contact the Society to obtain the Zoom Meeting number and passcode. Our phone number is 360-417-5000. Our web address is askus@clallamcogs.org. The Research Center is open Tuesday – Friday 10am – 4pm and on Saturdays noon to 4pm.
There is no cost to attending his wonderful presentation.
Basic Scandinavian Research Any genealogical research needs to be based on an understanding of the history, culture, geography, language, and resources of the area. This presentation will introduce these subjects for the Scandinavian countries – Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. Some of the unique factors involved in Scandinavia include the use of patronymics, religion, geography, and history. The three countries have much in common, but some differences will be highlighted. Diana Crisman Smith began researching her family in childhood, and has been researching, speaking, writing, and teaching for over 4 decades. She has published numerous magazine articles, a newspaper column, and is the author of 3 books. When: Thursday, April 4, 2024 Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Where:ZOOM ONLY Price: $20 members $25 non-members Sign-up and Payment: Go to hqrl.com and click on the HQRL Store Be sure to sign in as a member to receive the discount.
Location: Y.V.G.S. Library with Registration at 8:30am
Speaker: Nationally recognized, Christine Cohen
Subject: A Full Day Dedicated to Finding Your Ancestors.
Christine will be speaking on the following topics: Immigration Ports of Entry. Naturalization and Citizenship Records. Researching Union Civil War Veterans. Cousin Baiting & Cousin Stalking.
The Registration form is online at www.yvgs.net Click on Society News. Spring Seminar. Advanced Registration before April 7th. $40.00. Onsite April 13th Registration 8:30am to 9:00am. $45.00. No Refunds of Registration fee after April 7th.
Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society Legacy Family Tree SIG Meeting Tuesday, April 2, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm virtual via Zoom
This month’s topics are To-Do Lists, History List, and Timelines.
If you have any suggestions for future topics, please send them in.
This is our monthly meeting to share tips & tricks, problems & solutions. Sometimes we will watch videos or share our screens to aid in learning more about using Legacy Family Tree software.
Everyone is welcome to attend and participate in the learning. If you are just thinking about trying Legacy for the first time, you’ve been using it for a year or two or you are an old pro with many years of experience using Legacy this is the group for you.
We look forward to meeting with you, every month on the First Tuesday at 7:00 PM Pacific Time
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The Western Pennsylvania Genealogical Society (WPGS) has a spectacular speaker line-up for the June 21-22 conference, The Journey of Our Ancestors: Tracing Our Western Pennsylvania Roots.
Attend presentations on migration, land, DNA, the Pennsylvania State Archvies, ethnic ancestors and so much more!
Whether you attend in person or virtually, connect with fellow genealogists and further your research. All recorded sessions will be available for 90 days.
Register before April 30 to get Early Bird pricing.
Old photos are full of clues if you know how to read the evidence. Join The Photo Detective Maureen Taylor and learn how to date and place old family photos. An entertaining, informative, and popular program! (This program had to be rescheduled from its original February date due to unforeseen circumstance. It is still open for registrations.) Free. Registration required – familyhistory@surrey.ca or call 604-598-7328 to register.
We will be using Microsoft Teams (much like Zoom) for this online program. Registered participants will receive a confirmation upon registration, and then the online link a day or two before the program.
Online Research for Ancestors in Poland, Prussia, and Pommern
ONLINE
Friday, June 7
11:00am to 12:00pm, PST
The ability to search for birth, marriage and death records in regions now in Poland, Prussia, and Pommern has enabled research most of us never thought possible. However, to many, these resources are a perplexing maze of random searches. This presentation will provide a brief overview of the large, free Szukajwarchiwach database. This powerful database offers data from the Program for the Registration of Records from Parish and Civil Registration Offices (PRADZIAD), which collects information on genealogical materials kept in the state archives. Scans of archive materials from other cultural institutions are also included. These records encompass many Polish, German and Jewish residents. A handout with links, basic word list, and suggestions of additional resources will be provided as a pdf. Free. Registration required – familyhistory@surrey.ca or call 604-598-7328 to register.
Our presenter, Sigrid Pohl Perry, Ph.D., worked with archives and special collections at Northwestern University Library for 40 years until retiring in 2020. A member of the Society for German Genealogy in Eastern Europe (SGGEE) since 2003, Sigrid has served on the Board of Directors; been actively involved in Lublin Project indexing; and given various presentations at SGGEE Conventions, the International German Genealogy Partnership, and a local Illinois Family History Center.
We will be using Microsoft Teams (much like Zoom) for this online program. Registered participants will receive a confirmation upon registration, and then the online link a day or two before the program.
Surrey Libraries recognizes that our work takes place on the ancestral, traditional, and unceded territories of the SEMYOME (Semiahmoo), q̓ic̓əy̓ (Katzie), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), q̓ʷɑ:n̓ƛ̓ən̓ (Kwantlen), qiqéyt (Qayqayt), xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) First Nations and on the ancestral and traditional territory of the sc̓əwaθən məsteyəxʷ (Tsawwassen) First Nation.
GRAND OPENING! You’re ALL Invited! Please join us as we celebrate the re-opening of our Library. We have much to be thankful for and to celebrate! Puyallup Sumner Chamber of Commerce VIP ribbon cutting at 9:00 AM Thursday, April 4, 2024 OPEN HOUSE April 4,5,6 from 10 AM to 4 PM We are located at 2102 East Main Ave, Suite 105, in the Linden Park complex in Puyallup. The stacks are waiting for you. In each of our rooms we have space for you to sit and browse the collection. The classroom allows us the opportunity to participate in our classes in person or watch from home via ZOOM. Join us for; Refreshments, Tours, Door Prizes, Book Sale, Discounts, Meet our Staff, Ask Questions, Class Sign-up, Search for Lost Relatives
WHITMAN COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY is hosting a free Spring Mini-Seminar Bishop Place Independent Living Social Room, 811 SE Klemgard, Pullman, WA Saturday, April 27, 2024, 9 AM – 12 Noon FEATURING KATHY BUCHHOLTZ & ALEX OTERO JILL NOCK, AG®
Please register for this event by April 10. Send your name to whitmancgs@gmail.com The event is free, but we need to plan for set-up, refreshments & the number of handouts needed. Walk-in registration is possible, but pre-registration is preferred. Last minute attendance may not be able to receive handout material. Questions? Call Sue Kreikemeier at 509-595-3307.
Presenting Whitman Heritage Digital Collection “Okay, I Have My DNA Results: Now What?” Above: Franklin School students, Pullman, 1912 From the Staley Museum Collection Seminar Schedule 9:00 am: – The doors open. Gather, grab a beverage, pick up handouts. 9:30 am – 10:30 am: Presenting Whitman Heritage Digital Collection, Kathy Buchholtz & Alex Otero 10:30 am – 10:45 am: Break and Refreshments 10:45 am – 11:45 am: “Okay, I Have My DNA Results: Now What?”, Jill Nock +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Kathy Buchholtz is the Whitman Heritage Digital Collections program manager for Whitman County Library. Alex Otero is the Archivist for Whitman County Historical Society. They will share information about Whitman County Library’s online digital collection; how it came about, how it is funded*, and how to use it. The collection consists of over 5,000 historical images from all over Whitman County. There will be a slide presentation with photographs from Whitman County and a demonstration on how to access and navigate the collection, followed by a time for questions. *The collection is supported by a grant with funding provided by the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the Library Services Technology Act, through the Washington State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Jill Nock, a WCGS member since 2016, has attained the Accredited Genealogist (AG) credential in the U.S. Upper South region through the International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists. Her business is Mountain State Genealogy (http://mtnstgen.com). Focus of Jill’s presentation: Are you stumped with what to do with your DNA test results? DNA has become the genealogy “go-to”. Some brick walls crumble in the face of DNA evidence, but just as often, DNA brings new discoveries to secrets that were long hidden. Jill walks through the steps and gives information for the tools to help you on your DNA journey, followed by a time for questions. Directions to Seminar: Turn off Bishop Boulevard onto Klemgard St., follow Klemgard St. up the hill and turn left at the top. Do not go into the front entrance, but turn right, continuing up the hill and turn left at the white carports. After parking, enter the building through the main doors near the carports and go straight ahead to the Social Room.
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Diana Crisman Smith began researching her family in childhood, and has been researching, speaking, writing, and teaching for over 4 decades. She has published numerous magazine articles, a newspaper column, and is the author of 3 books. When: Thursday, April 4, 2024
We are located at 2102 East Main Ave, Suite 105, in the Linden Park complex in Puyallup. 
The stacks are waiting for you.
The classroom allows us the opportunity to participate in our classes in person or watch from home via ZOOM. Join us for; Refreshments, Tours, Door Prizes, Book Sale, Discounts, Meet our Staff, Ask Questions, Class Sign-up, Search for Lost Relatives