Category Archives: WSGS Programs

AI Workshop Registration Open Now

by Roxanne Lowe

Registration for the WSGS-sponsored workshop “Make AI Your Personal Genealogy Assistant” with Lisa Louise Cooke is now open. The FREE workshop is Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Space is limited to 100 participants.

Registration link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/UW9tfCWsRfy2yrLuFmAHVA

AI tools can work like a personal research assistant for your genealogy projects. In this session, you’ll learn practical ways to use AI to organize your findings, uncover new research leads, and handle repetitive tasks so you can spend more time on the discoveries that matter. 

The workshop is open to any WSGS member, local genealogical society member or WSGS Blog subscriber.

Lisa Louise Cooke is the author of several books including “The Genealogist’s Google Toolbox, 3rd edition,”  producer and host of the popular Genealogy Gems Podcast, and videos on the Genealogy Gems YouTube channel.

For more information, email Info@wasgs.org. Please put “AI Workshop” in the Subject Line.

AI Workshop Registration Opens September 15, 2026

by Roxanne Lowe

The Washington State Genealogical Society is sponsoring a FREE AI workshop with nationally respected presenter and podcaster Lisa Louise Cooke. The workshop “Make AI Your Personal Genealogy Assistant” will be Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. via Zoom.

The FREE workshop is open to all WSGS members, Blog subscribers and local society members. Registration will open on September 15. Space is limited to 100. The registration link will be posted on the Blog, emailed to WSGS members and through local societies.

AI Workshop Coming Soon!

by Roxanne Lowe

The Washington State Genealogical Society is sponsoring a FREE AI workshop with nationally respected presenter and podcaster Lisa Louise Cooke. The workshop “Make AI Your Personal Genealogy Assistant” will be Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. via Zoom.

The FREE workshop is open to all WSGS members, Blog subscribers and local society members. Registration will open on September 15. Space is limited to 100. The registration link will be posted on the Blog, emailed to WSGS members and through local societies.

Reminder: WSGS Annual Meeting — August 27, 2026

by Roxanne Lowe

You’re invited to the WSGS’s annual meeting! Thursday, August 27, 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

In compliance with Washington’s Nonprofit Corporation Act (24.03A), we’re holding our annual meeting.

Here’s the Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84911154165?pwd=6w3P7KCgNunmb1YseVyo9NDtB98262.1

Meeting ID: 849 1115 4165
Passcode: 113167

Phone: +16694449171,,84911154165#,,,,*113167# US

The agenda will include the announcement of the 2026 Outstanding Volunteer and Team recipients, President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement and the Supportive Grant awards. We’ll also have a short presentation titled “Writing Your Family Story Using AI” with Forrest Adams, North Beach Genealogical Society and Grays Harbor Genealogical Society.

We hope you join us! If you want more information, email Info@wasgs.org.

Reminder: WSGS Annual Meeting — August 27, 2026

by Roxanne Lowe

You’re invited to the WSGS’s annual meeting! Thursday, August 27, 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

In compliance with Washington’s Nonprofit Corporation Act (24.03A), we’re holding our annual meeting.

Here’s the Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84911154165?pwd=6w3P7KCgNunmb1YseVyo9NDtB98262.1

Meeting ID: 849 1115 4165
Passcode: 113167

Phone: +16694449171,,84911154165#,,,,*113167# US

The agenda will include the announcement of the 2026 Outstanding Volunteer and Team recipients, President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement and the Supportive Grant awards. We’ll also have a short presentation titled “Writing Your Family Story Using AI” with Forrest Adams, North Beach Genealogical Society and Grays Harbor Genealogical Society.

We hope you join us! If you want more information, email Info@wasgs.org.

Artificial Intelligence is Coming to You!

by Roxanne Lowe

The Washington State Genealogical Society is sponsoring a free workshop with Lisa Louise Cooke on “Make AI Your Personal Genealogy Assistant.”

Date: October 22, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Registration will open on September 15. Space is limited to 100 participants.

This FREE workshop is open to all WSGS members, local society members and Blog subscribers.

If you have questions, email Info@wasgs.org. Please put “AI Workshop” in the subject line.

WSGS Annual Meeting — August 27, 2026

by Roxanne Lowe

You’re invited to the WSGS’s annual meeting! Thursday, August 27, 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

In compliance with Washington’s Nonprofit Corporation Act (24.03A), we’re holding our annual meeting.

Here’s the Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84911154165?pwd=6w3P7KCgNunmb1YseVyo9NDtB98262.1

Meeting ID: 849 1115 4165
Passcode: 113167

Phone: +16694449171,,84911154165#,,,,*113167# US

The agenda will include the announcement of the 2026 Outstanding Volunteer and Team recipients, President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement and the Supportive Grant awards. We’ll also have a short presentation titled “Writing Your Family Story Using AI” with Forrest Adams, North Beach Genealogical Society and Grays Harbor Genealogical Society.

We hope you join us! If you want more information, email Info@wasgs.org.

Important Deadlines for Society Awards

by Roxanne Lowe

Local societies, don’t forget the following deadlines for Outstanding Volunteer/Team awards, Supportive Grants and the President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement.

  • Outstanding Volunteer/Team awards: Due July 1. Every year, WSGS supports the nominations of local society members and teams that make societies better.
  • Supportive Grants: Due July 1. Two grants for $250 each may be awarded to projects that support the work and mission of local societies.
  • President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement: Due August 1. This award is given to single out that rare individual, society or organization who has demonstrated exemplary service above and beyond expectations.

Questions? Email Outreach@wasgs.org (Supportive Grants) or Info@wasgs.org (Outstanding Volunteer/Teams and President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement).

Important Upcoming Dates for Local Societies

by Roxanne Lowe

Local societies, don’t forget the following deadlines for Outstanding Volunteer/Team awards, Supportive Grants and the President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement.

  • Outstanding Volunteer/Team awards: Due July 1. Every year, WSGS supports the nominations of local society members and teams that make societies better.
  • Supportive Grants: Due July 1. Two grants for $250 each may be awarded to projects that support the work and mission of local societies.
  • President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement: Due August 1. This award is given to single out that rare individual, society or organization who has demonstrated exemplary service above and beyond expectations.
  • WSGS Annual Meeting: August 21, 6:30 p.m. The agenda will include the announcement of the 2025 Outstanding Volunteer and Team recipients, President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement and the Supportive Grant awards. 

Questions? Email Outreach@wasgs.org (Supportive Grants) or Info@wasgs.org (Outstanding Volunteer/Teams and President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement).