The Fort Walla Walla Camp 3 of the SUVCW will hold a Camp meeting (open to the public) on Saturday, Sep 20th 2025 at the Pasco Airport
in upper floor Conference room. Time: Gather at 11:30 to 12:30 for Ordered lunch and socialization. Food will be provided free (by the Camp) This will be as a pre-ordered selection of Pizza , salad or selected sandwiches plus provided drink.—Also must park in
Short Term parking and bring in parking stub for validation for free parking -(Since we are buying food).
If to attend, your RSVP of number in your group and or questions to <djsuvcw@gmail.com> appreciated to obtain accurate quantities for provided food and drinks.
More info on our organization available at <suvpnw.org> which is the Department of The Columbia Website.
Commander Peterson will open the Business meeting at 12:30 and then introduce the program at 1:00 with member Keith Deaton speaking on the Civil War
Presidency of Abe Lincoln-16th President. Interesting insights to be told. Open to members/Spouses and public visitors. Attendees encouraged to bring questions about the person or policies of Abe Lincoln. Meeting adjourning about 2:30 pm with option immediately after to go a mile away to the Pasco Aviation Museum- away from the terminal. A great add-on opportunity after adjournment to complete the afternoon. Parking is free at the Air museum. Fees are free to Veterans and about $5 for seniors. Location is; 4102 Stearman Ave. Pasco, WA
Brother Keith Deaton is a well known Lincoln authority and re-enactor in Washington State. He taught school as a teacher and administrator. He grew up in
Lind, Wa on a Farm and has just released a book on “Lind Coulee” of the life and times in his era. Books will be available for purchase at the meeting. Over the years his presentations have been viewed by thousands of people. A guaranteed great experience you do not want to miss..
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Skagit Valley Genealogical Society Western Overland Trails Following the 7 T’s
Before there were trains, there were Wagon Trains! Join SVGS Saturday, September 13, 2025, 1pm at the Burlington Public Library for the “Western Overland Trails – Following the Seven T’s,” with Steven W. Morrison. Come learn about the trails that populated the West, including the Oregon and California Trails, the Mormon migration, the Santa Fe Trail, and more. Can’t make it to the Burlington Library, request a Zoom link by emailing info@skagitvalleygenealogy.org.
Heritage Quest Research Library The Sad Saga of George Richards a Case Study
| Please Join Us for our educational classes to learn more about researching your family roots! (offered online via Zoom and in person at HQRL) Cost per individual: Non-members – $25 Members – $20 |
| September 4, 2025 11am to 12pm PDT Means, Motive & Opportunity: The Sad Saga of George Richards This case study of a man whose choices served to confuse his descendants is reconstructed in this lecture. He was there, then gone, then back—see how a variety of records, unlocked his real story. From England to the US, George’s life was filled with conundrums and poor choices. See how to locate original records (not all online), separate fact from fiction, and assess evidence for accuracy. |
 Jean Wilcox Hibben; PhD, MA, former So. Cal. college speech professor (MA – Speech Communication; PhD – Folklore), is a national speaker and author. A member of the DAR, she is the former director and current family history consultant for the Corona, CA FamilyHistory Center, has worked on background research for two genealogy television programs, and was a host for podcasts on social history. A former Board-Certified genealogist with over 45 years of research experience, she is a former board member of APG and past president of the Corona Genealogical Society, as well as webmaster for that same organization; and participant on a number of other society boards. Jean writes the “Aunty Jeff” column for the Informer, the newsletter of the Jefferson County NY Genealogical Society. Her website: circlemending.org. |
| UPCOMING CLASSES! Check them out! |
 Citing Your Sources: It’s Easier Than You Think! September 18, 2025 11am to 12pm PDT (in person only at HQRL) LEARN MORE HERE! |
 Inspiring the Next Generation of Genealogists November 6, 2025 11am to 12pm PDT LEARN MORE HERE! |
| Heritage Quest Research Library 2102 East Main Avenue, Suite 105 Puyallup, WA 98372 (253) 863-1806 |
Clark County Genealogical Society Trail Breakers Volume 50
Trail Breakers Volume 50, July 2023 – June 2024 is now available to the public on the Clark County Genealogical Society (CCGS) website! Get a PDF copy here or view the issue in our library.
What’s inside?
- Continued abstraction of Ridgefield Reflector records
- Stories about the founders of Hayden Island, pioneers Gay and Mary J. Hayden
- The first excerpt of 1893 Washington biographies from An Illustrated History of the State of Washington, 1893
- Many tips and DIY steps for your own digital preservation of family stories
- And much, much, more…
Past issues of Trail Breakers are available on the CCGS website under the Library menu. Or visit the CCGS library or the Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries to view the full 50-year collection of publications. Please note, for a limited time the current volume 51 is available only to CCGS members.
Trail Breakers Call for Articles
The Trail Breakers Editorial staff invites submission of research articles, essays and reviews for publication in the Trail Breakers. We encourage articles of genealogical interest as well as articles that foster family history sharing and research. While we appreciate articles with Northwest family connections, family stories from other geographic areas will also be considered. Questions? Contact Marcia Grubb at marica@ccgswa.org.
See all the details regarding authorship and submission here.
More questions? Send an email to info@ccgswa.org.
Clark County Genealogical Society
3205 NE 52nd Street
Vancouver, WA 98663
Website: https://www.ccgs-wa.org/
Puget Sound Genealogical Society Western Trails Following the Seven T’s
Upcoming Puget Sound Genealogical Society Program. Our August Program will be on Wednesday, August 27 at 1pm. It will be “Western Trail- Following the Seven T’s ” with Steven W. Morrison
The major trails from the Midwest to the west will be covered in this session. The principal routes will include the Oregon and California Trails, the Mormon migration, the Santa Fe Trail, and more. These were the OVERLAND RIVERS which helped populate the West. Social time starts at 12:30. Program will start at 1:00pm.
This will be hybrid with in person at the Sylvan Way Library (1301 Sylvan Way, Bremerton, WA) and on Zoom. The Zoom link will be posted on our website and Facebook page on Aug 26.
For details see www.psgsociety.org.
Eastern Washington Genealogical Society Diseases Our Ancestors Faced and How Those Illnesses Changed Our World
Eastern Washington Genealogical Society Presents:
“Diseases Our Ancestors Faced and How Those Illnesses Changed Our World”
Presented by: Dr Gregory Gardner MD, MACP
Date: September 06, 2025 Time: 12:30 PM to 03:00 PM
Location: IN PERSON at the HIVE 2904 E Sprague, Spokane (Door Code: 985426)
AND VIA ZOOM (Zoom link will be on the website the day prior to the presentation)
Doors open at 12:30 p.m. for light refreshments and social time, with the program beginning promptly at 1:00 p.m.
The event is free and open to all who are interested in genealogy, history, or public health.
Please print your handouts prior to the event. (available on the website 9/5/25)
Dr. Gardner, a respected physician and educator, will explore several of the major diseases that struck fear in past generations—illnesses that shaped family histories, migration patterns, and even global events. Drawing from death records, historical documents, and modern research, this talk will illuminate how our ancestors’ experiences with disease influenced the world we live in today.
This is part of EWGS’s ongoing mission to provide engaging and educational programs to support family history research. EWGS is proud to be celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2025, continuing a long tradition of connecting people through genealogy.
Raffles $50/50$ Cookies Free Table
Heritage Quest Research Library Educational Classes
| Please Join Us for our educational classes to learn more about researching your family roots! (offered online via Zoom and in person at HQRL) Cost per individual: Non-members – $25 Members – $20 |
| September 4, 2025 11am to 12pm PDT Means, Motive & Opportunity: The Sad Saga of George Richards This case study of a man whose choices served to confuse his descendants is reconstructed in this lecture. He was there, then gone, then back—see how a variety of records, unlocked his real story. From England to the US, George’s life was filled with conundrums and poor choices. See how to locate original records (not all online), separate fact from fiction, and assess evidence for accuracy. |
| Jean Wilcox Hibben; PhD, MA, former So. Cal. college speech professor (MA – Speech Communication; PhD – Folklore), is a national speaker and author. A member of the DAR, she is the former director and current family history consultant for the Corona, CA FamilyHistory Center, has worked on background research for two genealogy television programs, and was a host for podcasts on social history. A former Board-Certified genealogist with over 45 years of research experience, she is a former board member of APG and past president of the Corona Genealogical Society, as well as webmaster for that same organization; and participant on a number of other society boards. Jean writes the “Aunty Jeff” column for the Informer, the newsletter of the Jefferson County NY Genealogical Society. Her website: circlemending.org. |
| UPCOMING CLASSES! Check them out! |
| Citing Your Sources: It’s Easier Than You Think! September 18, 2025 11am to 12pm PDT (in person only at HQRL) LEARN MORE HERE! |
Inspiring the Next Generation of Genealogists November 6, 2025 11am to 12pm PDT LEARN MORE HERE! |
| Heritage Quest Research Library 2102 East Main Avenue, Suite 105 Puyallup, WA 98372 (253) 863-1806 |
Tacoma Pierce County Genealogical Society Monthy Education Meeting August 12
Tacoma Pierce County Genealogical Society Monthly Educational Meeting
Tuesday, Aug 12, 2025, starting at 6:00 pm
This month’s presentation: Open Discussion – solving problems
This meeting will be hybrid and we encourage everyone who is able to attend in person at our new meeting location:
University Place Library
3609 Market PL W.
University Place, WA 98466
and via Zoom for those unable to attend in person.
Attend virtually via Zoom:
Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.
Monthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZIqduGpqjgsHtBNs9zc8CGna6R-KHlcz5so/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGuqToiG9CWth2DRpwAB4j4WevwiHZdgrd_sgy8GSMLQST4N7Rwf5lXHNvK
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Lower Columbia Genealogical Society Women’s Committee of the Council of National Defense Registration Card
Amber Oldenburg
Genealogist and lecturer
Women’s Committee of the Council
Of National Defense Registration
Card
Speaker at
the Lower Columbia Genealogical Society’s
August 14th Zoom meeting.
Virtual meeting doors will open at 6:30 pm
The speaker’s program will begin at 7:00 pm
The public is invited to attend.
Please consider joining our society for $20/yr.
For a link to join the meeting or to join the society contact lcgsgen@yahoo.com 24hrs prior to the event.
Stillaquamish Valley Genealogical Society Sons of the American Revolution and Revolutionary Era Genealogy
Stillaquamish Valley Genealogical Society
Monthly Meeting & Presentation – Sons of the American Revolution and Revolutionary Era Genealogy
Tuesday, August 12th
1:00 pm
SVGS Library
6111 188 PL NE, Arlington, WA
You are invited to this free presentation at the SVGS library. Everyone is welcome!
Jason Rice, a SVGS member, will be giving an in person only presentation at our library. Our business meeting will follow the presentation.
Jason’s Presentation: Sons of the American Revolution and Revolutionary Era Genealogy
Founded in 1889, the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) stands as a prominent non-profit, non-political organization deeply committed to the core tenets of volunteerism, a comprehensive understanding of American History, and fervent Patriotism. Since its inception, the SAR has cultivated an extensive international network, currently encompassing over 550 chapters strategically located throughout North America and Europe. The SAR boasts a substantial membership exceeding 35,000 individuals, each of whom has meticulously documented their lineage, demonstrating a direct ancestral connection to the Patriots who played pivotal roles in the American Revolutionary War. These esteemed ancestors encompass a wide spectrum of individuals who either rendered military service in the Continental Army or Navy, or who actively contributed to the cause of American independence through various forms of support, including political activism, financial contributions, and the provision of essential resources. The SAR serves as a vital link to the nation’s foundational history, fostering a profound appreciation for the sacrifices and ideals of the Revolutionary War era among its members and the broader public. Through its diverse programs and initiatives, the organization actively promotes historical education, civic engagement, and a deep-seated sense of national pride.
Bio:
Jason attended Southern Illinois University and the University of Illinois – Springfield, studying Political Science, Philosophy, and Public Administration. He began genealogical research in 2013. He is a member of the Southern Illinois Genealogical society, Pope County, Illinois Historical Society, Jackson County (Illinois) Historical Society, SVGS, and currently the Chapter Genealogist
of Supplemental Applications for the Ranger Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution.
There will be a short break with refreshments. The monthly meeting will follow at 2pm.
New England Interest Group – 1st Tuesday of the Month
The SVGS New England Interest Group (includes New York and Pennsylvania) meets at the SVGS Library on the first Tuesday of the month at 10am. This is a hybrid group. You may attend in person at our library or join via Zoom.
If you have not joined us yet and would like to receive emails in the future for this group or wish to attend via Zoom, please send an email to info@stillygen.org and request to be added to the New England Interest Group email list and receive monthly
Zoom invitations.
DIG – DNA Special Interest Group – 3rd Thursday of the Month
Also join us at the SVGS library from 1-3pm on the 3rd Thursday of the month for the DNA Special Interest Group (DIG). This group works together to develop a better understanding of DNA techniques and strategies for finding relatives, discuss and review new DNA developments and tools and help members with their research problems.
All DNA skill levels are welcome to attend.
If you have a specific DNA topic you would like to discuss or have any other suggestions for this group, please send an email info@stillygen.org
Also, if you have not joined us yet and would like to receive emails in the future for the DIG group, please send an email to info@stillygen.org and request to be added to the DIG email list.
For more information visit www.stillygen.org