 “You can’t really know where you are going until you know where you have been.”–Maya Angelou Saturday, October 16, 2021 Online, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Pacific Time) Click here to register SGS Members $40, Everyone else $55 Our speaker, Ari Wilkins, is a genealogist and librarian from Texas with “boots on the ground” experience. Her knowledge of records of the south and of genealogical methodology in general is extraordinary. Besides all that, she is a wonderful speaker. Her topics are important for all genealogists, especially those with ancestors in the south. Come and learn something new! Seminar Topics Black and White Southern Families in Southern Plantation Records Learn about the genealogical value of the Southern Antebellum Plantation Records – how they are organized, how to search the collection, and apply it towards your genealogical research. The case studies will highlight the personal documents of a white Southern family and the indirect documentation of an African American family. Mysterious Relatives Many researchers encounter mysterious persons living in the household of a relative; or a letter signed by an unknown ‘cousin.’ As a researcher, it is important to investigate and understand the relationship between these strangers and your person of interest. This lecture will discuss cluster research methodology. Reconstructing Communities Using Sanborn Maps, Census Records, and City Directories Recreating neighborhoods can provide rich and insightful details about an ancestor’s life and surroundings. This lecture will demonstrate ways to build a map using Sanborn Fire insurance maps, census records, and city directories in Google Maps. Friends of Friends: Quakers and African American Communities Well-known for their anti-slavery views, Quakers began to migrate to the slave-free territories in the 19th century. As they migrated out of the South, Quakers emancipated and traveled with their newly freed slaves. Once settled, the sect continued their abolitionist cause by supporting the Underground Railroad – transporting runaway slaves to free states. In turn, free blacks established their own settlements, while still maintaining ties with the Quaker community. Meet the Speaker  Ari Wilkins is a graduate of Louisiana State University. She has been actively researching family history since 1998, specializing in African American research. She is a genealogist and library associate at Dallas Public Library, where she provides genealogy-programming education. She worked with the esteemed genealogist, Dr. James Rose, on his project, “Generations: The WPA Ex-Slave Narrative Database.” Ari has spoken nationally at the National Genealogical Society, Federation of Genealogical Societies, RootsTech, Texas State Genealogical Society, Ohio Genealogical Society, the Institute of Genealogical and Historical Research, American Library Association, and a multitude of local societies. Learn about Ari’s work with Black Genesis. Check the Calendar of Events for more upcoming programs from SGS! |
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Heritage Quest Research Library Class
| Building Your Family Story You have decided to take on this role as Family Historian, so now what? • What to find in home treasures • Common roadblocks and how to avoid them • What to find at a research library |
| When: October 21, 2021 11am to Noon Where: Zoom How to Sign-up: Come into HQRL in Sumner 1007 Main Street Sumner WA 98390 Or Call 253-863-1806 Deadline for sign-up & payment: October 18, 2021 Cost: Members $15 / Non Members $20 Pay in person, through mail, with a card over the phone or at hqrl.com with PayPal. A link will be sent to your email the day before the class. If less than 5 sign up, the class will be cancelled and you will be notified. Please bear with us as we update our webpage with the PayPal button. Copyright © 2021 Heritage Quest Research LIbrary, All rights reserved. You have told us that you want to receive our news and updates from our library. Our mailing address is: Heritage Quest Research LIbrary 1007 Main St Sumner, WA 98390-1412 Add us to your address book |
Whatcom Genealogical Society in Person Meeting
The October Whatcom Genealogical Society meeting will be held Monday, October 11 at 2 pm at the Pioneer Pavilion at 2007 Cherry Street in Ferndale, WA. The featured speaker will be Diana Elder, professional genealogist, podcast host, lecturer and author of “Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist’s Guide”. Her topic will be Make Progress in Your Genealogy Research: Learn to Research Like A Pro. We look forward to seeing everyone in person. We follow the Covid guidelines for in-person meetings. Don’t forget your mask!
Bainbridge Island Genealogy Society Identifying Shared Ancestries Through DNA and Genealogy
Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society (BIGS)
Join the Bainbridge Island Genealogy Society (BIGS) Monthly Program on Friday, October 15, 2021, 10AM-Noon, on Zoom, when Nicka Sewell-Smith presents “Case Studies in Gray: Identifying Shared Ancestries Through DNA and Genealogy.”
If you’ve ever identified a group shared of DNA matches, but were stumped on how you were all related, this presentation is for you. Learn how to let DNA take the lead in determining who and where to search to uncover the group’s most recent common ancestor.
Nicka Smith is a professional photographer, speaker, host, consultant, and documentarian with more than 20 years of experience as a genealogist. She has extensive experience in African genealogy, and reverse genealogy, and is expert in genealogical research in the Northeastern Louisiana area, and in researching enslaved communities.
It’s free, and the public is most welcome! Pick up your Zoom link at our website, http://www.bigenealogy.org under “Events.”
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Thank you!
Larry Noedel
Publicity
Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society
Sema Hadithi Day of Remembrance Celebration
| Tell the Story – Unity Through Historical Truth Discovering, preserving, and presenting the stories of Blacks in Utah since 1822 - Presented by Sema Hadithi African American Heritage and Culture Foundation and the Utah Chapter of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society - Hosted by the University of Utah Black Cultural Center and Fort Douglas Military Museum - Sponsored by Utah Dept. of Heritage and Arts – Thrive 125 - In partnership with Project Success Coalition, Brigham City Museum, Union Station Museums, Mormon History Association, and Utah Humanities DAY OF REMEMBRANCE CELEBRATION Friday, October 8, 2021, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Fort Douglas Post Theatre, The University of Utah 245 Fort Douglas Blvd, Salt Lake City, UT 84113 BLACK HISTORY CONFERENCE Saturday, October 9, 2021, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM – Fort Douglas Military Museum Cannon Yard – Opening Ceremonies and Museum Tour 12:30 PM – 6 PM – UofU Guest House – Granite Ballroom & Black Cultural Center – Lectures and presentations *** THIS IS A HYBRID LIVE AND VIRTUAL EVENT * Register Here Now |
| Date of Press Release: September 23, 2021 Critical Date: October 8-9, 2021 | Contact: Robert Burch, Executive Director (404) 399-9934 (mobile) admin@semahadithi.org |
| Announcing the 2021 Annual Day of Remembrance Celebration and Black History Conference SALT LAKE CITY, UT — The Sema Hadithi African American Heritage and Culture Foundation and the Utah Chapter of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society are excited to announce the programming for this year’s Day of Remembrance Celebration and Black History Conference. The events will take place on October 8-9, hosted by the University of Utah Black Cultural Center and the Fort Douglas Military Museum. The theme of this year’s conference is Tell the Story: Unity Through Historical Truth. The Day of Remembrance Celebration will take place on Friday, October 8th from 5-8 pm at the Fort Douglas Post Theatre. The conference will run from 9 am-6 pm on October 9th at Fort Douglas Military Museum and University of Utah Guest House. Topics for this year’s sessions highlight some of the active working groups involved in Sema Hadithi Foundation’s research, such as the Buffalo Soldiers, black women, lynchings and the community remembrance project, and the Black church. Museum Director Beau Burgess will also lead a tour of the Museum and Fort. “This is an opportunity for the public to gather to learn about the amazing research that is being done into the untold Black stories of Utah,” said Robert Burch, Executive Director and co-founder of Sema Hadithi Foundation. “Our incredible team of professional and amateur researchers work hard all year to discover these stories. This is their chance to share the work they devote their time to. We can’t wait to bring everyone together to “tell the story” during this weekend of programming.” Registration is free, thanks in part to a generous sponsorship by the Utah Department of Cultural and Community Engagement’s Thrive 125 project. The program is presented in partnership with Project Success Coalition, Brigham City Museums, Union Station Museums, Mormon History Association, Preservation Strategies, and Utah Humanities. To register or to learn more about the programming, visit semahadithi.org/events. Corporate sponsorships are welcomed as well as individual contributions to support the conference and the work of the foundation. Please contact Kirk Huffaker, Board Managing Director, at kirk@kirkhuffaker.com with your interest. # # # Founded in 2020, the mission of Sema Hadithi African American Heritage and Culture Foundation strives to “tell the story” of African-ancestored history, heritage, and culture by researching, preserving and disseminating information throughout the community. To support the work of the Sema Hadithi Foundation, you can donate here. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/semahadithifoundation-1 # # # To learn more about how you can contribute to research or donate to support one of the many great research projects we have underway or planned visit the future projects page here. https://www.semahadithi.org/future-projects |
Supportive Grants Are Waiting For You
If your local genealogy society needs financial assistance for a special project or purchase, consider applying for a WSGS Supportive Grant. Applications are being accepted through October 31, 2021.
The grants, up to $250 each, are designed to fill a need or support a special project of WSGS-member societies and organizations. Ideas are limited only by societies’ creativity. Some ideas include:
- Equipment, such as video camera, microphone, tripod, mixing board, or screen, as your society moves to hybrid meetings.
- Purchase of furniture, equipment, books, magazines or other publications/ subscriptions for an existing or new society library.
- Locating, inventorying, restoring and/or preserving a local cemetery.
- Hosting a special event, presentation, or workshop.
- Purchasing genealogical-related software, scanner, projector, peripherals or other equipment or technology.
- Developing a project serving special populations, e.g. senior citizens, children/teens, tribal members, ethnic organizations, etc..
- Restoring and/or preservation of photos or original documents.
- Identifying and unifying old photos, Bibles, quilts, letters or other significant memorabilia with family members, museums, or other good homes.
- Creation of a website, blog or other communication tool.
- Publication of local history or narratives.
The awards do not have to be repaid — they’re yours to support worthy projects. Two grants will be awarded in 2021.
The simple application is only ONE page and is available here. There is also additional guidance on the program. For more information, visit our website at http://www.wasgs.org/cpage.php?pt=49.
Questions should be directed to Info@wasgs.org. Please note “Awards” in the Subject Line.
Ginny Majewski Announces She’s Not Running For WSGS President
Virginia “Ginny” Majewski has announced she will not seek another term as president of the Washington State Genealogical Society. President since January 2017, Ginny feels it’s time to pass the gavel to someone else.
In a recent interview, Ginny was asked her proudest accomplishments in her five-year tenure. She replied:
Finding ways to help genealogical societies in Washington State through these difficult times. I am very proud of the financial support we provided to all of the genealogy societies during the Covid epidemic. Although WSGS could not give much to each society, in total we distributed over $10,000 to 40+ societies. I would like to think it helped keep some of our societies alive.
Also, I was honored to work with DSHS and with the IJGS and FGS to keep access to vital records in Washington State open for genealogists. Although we did not get everything we wanted, we were able to maintain access rather than have vital records be totally closed for 50-100 years. That process took over a year of conference calls and legislative interactions, but was worthwhile in the long run.
When asked where she hoped WSGS would go in the future, she expressed her optimism:
WSGS has found its niche. We are here to help genealogical societies and be a conduit for genealogical information. My hope for the future is that WSGS will be THE go-to place when searching for genealogical resources, information and activities in Washington State. I would like to see our website become more interactive and our blog have more contributions and highlight society events. I would also love to see us find a way to honor our wonderful society volunteers again.
If you think Ginny is going to end her presidency quietly, you’re wrong. Her parting comment was “I am looking forward to announcing WSGS’s plans for honoring our Pioneer ancestors next month.” We’re looking forward to that!
If you’d like to read more about Ginny, check out this “Meet the Board” article.
The WSGS Board is looking for members to serve on a nominating committee. If you’re interested in this very important short-term opportunity, please email the Board at Info@wasgs.org and type “Nominating Committee” in the subject line.
Heritage Quest Research Library presents Cyndi Ingle
| Navigating Your Way Through FamilySearch With Cyndi Ingle (Cyndislist.com)  “FamilySearch is so much more than just a family tree hosting platform. FamilySearch is a massive website that is made up of dozens and dozens of research tools. The site includes tools for learning and for reference. It is home to the world’s largest digitized collection of records and sources for our research. And all of this is free for everyone to use. We will explore each of the features that FamilySearch offers and we will hone in on how to dig through the site from a variety of entry points to find what we need.” |
| Presented by Heritage Quest Research Library Thursday October 7, 2021 11:00 AM to NOON via ZOOM Cyndi Ingle, a genealogist for more than 40 years, is the creator and innovator behind the award-winning and globally recognized CyndisList.com. Cyndi is an expert in using technology for genealogy, research in the United States and bringing together traditional methodology with organization, computers, software, and the Internet. She is an internationally-known guest lecturer, and she has authored numerous articles and three books. How to Sign-up: Come into HQRL in Sumner Or Call 253-863-1806 1007 Main Street Sumner WA 98390 Deadline for sign-up: October 2, 2021 Cost: Members $20 / Non-Members $25 Pay in person, by mail, or with a card on PayPal A link will be sent to your email the day before the class. If less than 5 sign up it will be canceled and you will be notified. Copyright © 2021 Heritage Quest Research Library, All rights reserved. You have told us that you want to receive our news and updates from our library. Our mailing address is: Heritage Quest Research LIbrary1007 Main St Sumner, WA 98390-1412 Add us to your address book |
Civil War Cemetery Walking Tour
| Richard Heisler, local historian dedicated to documenting Seattle’s Civil War Legacy, will be giving a free walking tour of Capitol Hill’s Grand Army of the Republic Cemetery. The tour will include brief histories of the cemetery, the Grand Army of the Republic, and some of the cemetery’s internees. Heisler will also explore different topics not previously covered during his last tour back in August. Estimated length is 60 to 90 minutes followed by Q&A.You can find out more about Heisler’s project on his website:http://www.seattlescivilwarlegacy.com/ Or you can follow his work on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/SeattlesCivilWarLegacy We look forward to seeing you there! |
Eastern Washington Genealogical Society presents Thomas MacEntee
Saturday, October 2
Fall Workshop with Thomas MacEntee (Workshop)
9:00 am to 3:00 pm Meeting via Zoom
Spend All Day with Thomas!You Won’t Regret It!!
Thomas will teach 4 classes for us:
1) Smarter Search Strategies for Genealogy
2) Turning Genealogy Clues into Genealogy To Do’s
3) Brick Wall Breakthroughs
4) Did I Get Everything? – Creating a Checklist for Genealogy Research
Registration Now Open
1. Download PDF Registration Form
2. Fill it out and email it to EWGSmeetingreg@gmail.com
3. Make Payment: with check mail to:
EWGS PO BOX 1826 Spokane, WA 99210 OR: use PayPal-button
Members: $25.00 Non-Members: $40.00