THE GENEALOGICAL FORUM’s Wednesday Evening E-News 25 January 2017
For more information visit www.gfo.org, contact us at info@gfo.org, or call our library at 503-963-1932. We love hearing from you!
For a complete GFO CALENDAR click here.
Also, if you missed your free copy of our monthly Insider for January 2017, you’re in luck because we saved you a copy HERE. NOTE: The Insider issues are now located under the “Learn” –> “Our Publications” menu at our new website (still gfo.org).
Since 2003, the Washington State Genealogical Society has recognized almost 500 outstanding volunteers and teams, nominated by their local society or genealogical organization for their service and dedication. These volunteers are the backbone of their local society, giving their time and expertise, to the organization and the field of genealogy. In the coming months, you will be introduced to each of the 2016 award recipients and learn why they received the 2016 WSGS Outstanding Volunteer and Team Award.
Sue Rogers Kreikemeier
Today we’re introducing Sue Rogers Kreikemeier of Garfield, Washington, who was nominated by the Whitman County Genealogical Society (WCGS). She was recognized for her many years of dedicated service to the society.
Ms. Kreikemeier first became interested in genealogy while still small enough to perch on her Grandma Rogers’ knee, listening intently as her grandma told wonderful stories about their large extended family. While a relative newcomer to Whitman County, having arrived in 1977, Ms. Kreikemeier delights in learning about local families and their histories on the Palouse. Since joining WCGS in 2008, she has served as president (since 2011), program chair and become involved in planning programs and seminars.
Ms. Kreikemeier finds delight in connecting with anyone interested in genealogy and engaging them in the activities of WCGS. Her humor, laughter, and can-do attitude bring joy to all around her and illustrate that she richly deserved being a recipient of a 2016 WSGS Outstanding Volunteer Award.
For more information on the WSGS Outstanding Volunteer Award program, visit the Recognition page of the WSGS website or contact Roxanne Lowe, Recognition Chair, at Roxanne@thekeeffes.com.
Do you think these toothache drops helped? Date was 1885…… think any of your ancestors had access to these?
History for Genealogists
How to use historical societies
Please join us for this great presentation by
HANNAH ALLAN, A byu FAMILY HISTORY AND GENEALOGY GRADUATE, AND CURRENTLY ON SITE GENEALOGIST FOR THE OREGON HISTORICAL SOCIETY IN PORTLAND, AMONG MANY OTHER PAST AND CURRENT GENEALOGY RELATED ACTIVITIES.
LOWER COLUMBIA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~walcolgs/
SOMERSET RETIREMENT APARTMENTS
2025 TIBBETTS DRIVE, LONGVIEW
DINING ROOM 7:00 PM Feb 9, 2017
VISITORS ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND.
The Skagit Valley Genealogical Society invites you to join us for a special heritage weekend during the Tulip Festival.
O CANADA!
CHILDREN OF A COMMON MOTHER:
Heritage Weekend & Genealogy Seminar – April 21-23, 2017
On-line registration on the SVGS website ( skagitvalleygenealogy.org ) is now open! Tuition payment by PayPal is also now available through SVGS’ website.
Or if you wish to mail a check: Print a copy of the brochure* with the registration form cut out the form, include a check, and mail it to:
SVGS, PO Box 722, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
*The brochure is designed for 8.5×14″ format but you can use 8.5×11″ paper but select “shrink to fit the page” before printing.
Questions? genealogy0715@gmail.com
Join us for a fabulous Genealogy Weekend shared with our Canadian Cousins! Sign up early, space will be limited.
See you there!
SVGS Seminar Committee
THE GENEALOGICAL FORUM’s Wednesday Evening E-News 18 January 2017
For more information visit www.gfo.org, contact us at info@gfo.org, or call our library at 503-963-1932. We love hearing from you!
For a complete GFO CALENDAR click here.
Also, if you missed your free copy of our monthly Insider for January 2017, you’re in luck because we saved you a copy HERE. NOTE: The Insider issues are now located under the “Learn” –> “Our Publications” menu at our new website (still gfo.org).
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The German Interest Group of The Eastside Genealogical Society will meet on Friday, February 3, 2017, from 1 to 3 pm in the Relief Society Room of the LDS Church at 10675 NE 20thSt, Bellevue, WA 98004 with doors opening at 12:45 pm for networking. For more information, kindly visit our website at https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com/ . Visitors are always welcome at our meetings.
Topic: “What I Wish I Had Known . . . before I started researching my ancestors. Members of our group will share their experiences and lessons learned researching their Germanic ancestors, about citing their sources, the importance of locating original documentation, the confusion of multiple marriages, the need for continuous learning, researching extended family, the importance of understanding law, the importance of location, the importance of siblings and understanding time periods. Come learn from experienced genealogists sharing their adventures.
Olympia Genealogical Society’s spring seminar will be Saturday, April 8 at Capital Event Center, Tumwater WA
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN see notice and form at our website ( http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~waogs )
Seminar Brochure and Registration Form 2017seminarbrochure
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THANK YOU Joyce Ogden, publicity
Joyce T. Ogden jtogden@comcast.net
According to a recent press release, the Washington State Library in Tumwater will change its public access policies beginning 01 Feb.
The changes include:
The State Library will continue to offer reference assistance weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through the “Ask a Librarian” live chat, e-mail at https://www.sos.wa.gov/library/ask.aspx or by phone at 360-704-5200.
The State Library, part of the Office of Secretary of State, is located at 6880 Capitol Blvd. in Tumwater.
Since 2003, the Washington State Genealogical Society has recognized almost 500 outstanding volunteers and teams, nominated by their local society or genealogical organization for their service and dedication. These volunteers are the backbone of their local society, giving their time and expertise, to the organization and the field of genealogy. In the coming months, you will be introduced to each of the 2016 award recipients and learn why they received the 2016 WSGS Outstanding Volunteer and Team Award.
Rebecca Judd
Today we’re introducing Rebecca Judd from the Bainbridge Island Branch of the Kitsap Regional Library. Rebecca was nominated by the Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society (BIGS). She was recognized for her long-standing and consistent support of BIGS.
Ms. Judd is the manager of the Bainbridge Island Branch of the Kitsap Regional Library, where BIGS holds most of its meetings. Ms. Judd worked with library staff to refer genealogical research questions to BIGS throughout the year. She partnered with BIGS to host an open house for three consecutive years to celebrate Family History month, encouraging members of the public to come to the library to spend time with a BIGS mentor.
Last year, Ms. Judd suggested a partnership with BIGS for a “Book-a-Genealogist” program for Family History month where members of the public could schedule time to meet with a BIGS mentor at the library during the month. Ms. Judd and her staff managed publicity, referred calls and helped arrange meeting spaces.
Ms. Judd’s commitment to a continued partnership with BIGS to educate the public about genealogy prove she richly deserved being a recipient of a 2016 WSGS Outstanding Volunteer Award.
For more information on the WSGS Outstanding Volunteer Award program, visit the Recognition page of the WSGS website or contact Roxanne Lowe, Recognition Chair, at Roxanne@thekeeffes.com.