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Tacoma Pierce County Genealogical Society Writing Family History
Wednesday, September 11, 2024, starting at 7:00 PM via Zoom
The Writing Family History Special Interest Group (WFH-SIG) supports TPCGS members in documenting, writing, and preserving their family histories—formally or informally. Monthly meetings will provide a mix of presentations, writing exercises, and peer reviews to help members make progress in their projects.
Date & Time: Every month on the Second Wednesday, starting at 7:00 PM Pacific Time
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Passcode: 328639
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Meeting ID: 875 4426 8961
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Eastern European Genealogy for Beginners
| Heritage Quest Research Library School is in session! It’s time for us to get back into the swing of learning and genealogy. There’s always something new to explore or investigate. We have had a busy summer at the library, and we’re now focused on getting back on track. If you’re a regular to our online offerings you will already know about the upcoming topics for last few months of the year. September is a great time to start the research into your Eastern European ancestors. From there we move to Forensic DNA in October, and we will close out the year by focusing on WWII. We hope you will join us, either online or in our limited space classroom. |
| Eastern European Genealogy for Beginners This presentation will focus on providing the beginner the basic background information to start investigating their ancestors across Eastern Europe. It will focus on early modern history of Eastern Europe, major record sets and repositories available by country, and US and European research strategies to maximize success. |
 Alexander Tolksdorf is a genealogist and speaker, specializing in German, Dutch, and Eastern European research. He began his personal journey in high school, inspired by a trip to Ellis Island and through a correspondence with his great uncle in Germany, who was also an active family historian. His ancestors can be found in Germany, Ukraine, Lithuania, Belarus, Poland and Russia. Alex believes that standard records only tell part of the story, with the many additional forms of documentation providing color and texture to a family history. |
| When: Thursday, September19, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Where: ZOOM and limited In-Person (8) Cost: $20 members / $25 non-membersSign-up and Payment: ZOOM Go to hqrl.com and click on the HQRL Store (sign in as a member to get the discount) In-Person (8 only) Call: 253-863-1806 or come into the library at 2102 E Main, Suite 105, Puyallup, WA 98372 |
Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society DNA SIG Meeting
Tuesday, August 27, Starting at 7:00 pm via Zoom
Join us as we discuss our DNA Research, and try to follow our plans, using Diahan Southard’s You DNA Guide to chart our course.
This book is available from the author, the publishers, Amazon, or perhaps through your local public library or via Inter-Library Loan.
Check WorldCat to see what libraries may have copies.
Calendar reminder: TPCGS DNA Special Interest Group Meeting
Every month on the Fourth Tuesday beginning at 7:00 PM Pacific Time
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Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82725316888?pwd=MDc3UEZrUVJNbmxmK2ZORmw5YzdDdz09
Meeting ID: 827 2531 6888
Passcode: 811780
One tap mobile:
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+12532158782,,82725316888#,,,,*811780# US (Tacoma)
Dial by your location:
+1 253 205 0468 US
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
Meeting ID: 827 2531 6888
Passcode: 811780
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Northeast Washington Genealogical Society Ancestor Detective
The Northeast Washington Genealogical Society in Colville is trying something new this year for their annual fall seminar. We are partnering with our local FamilySearch Center to present a FREE all-day workshop on Saturday September 21st at the LDS church in Colville. This FREE event will include 12 different classes to choose from, informational stations and a free lunch. For more information and to register, please go to our website’s Events page at https://www.newgs.org/eventListings.php?nm=88 to download a flyer and registration form.
Italian Interest Group of the Eastside Genealogical Society Using Maps for Genealogy
| Maps can be incredibly valuable tools for genealogy research. They allow us to visualize our ancestors’ world, understand historical boundaries, and discover new records. Remember, maps not only provide context but also connect you to the places your ancestors called home. Happy mapping! |
| ZOOM Meeting Topic: Using Maps for Genealogy When: 21-Sep-2024, Saturday Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM (PDT) |
| If you aren’t an active member, please request a Zoom meeting invitation. |
German Interest Group of the Eastside Genealogical Society A Day in the Life of Your German Ancestor
When: Friday, September 6, 2024 from 12:30 to 2:30 pm PDT
Zoom Registration required: https://tinyurl.com/4rj86chu
Topic: A Day in the Life of Your German Ancestor
Most family history researchers are interested in the daily events in the lives of their ancestors. This presentation deals with the common activities of families on the farm and in the trades. The details provided represent the culmination of the presenter’s reading on the topic over the last two decades, from hard-to-find literature available only to the German audience.
Presenter: Roger P. Minert
Roger P. Minert received his doctoral degree from The Ohio State University in German language history and second language acquisition theory. He taught German language and history for ten years, and then became a professional family history researcher. Accredited by the Family History Library for research in Germany and Austria, he worked for twelve years as a private genealogical researcher. From 2003 to 2019, he served as a professor of family history at Brigham Young University. The author of more than 200 publications, he directs the research program German Immigrants in American Church Records [GIACR], the series now consists of 40 volumes. In 2019, Minert was recognized for his years of service to the Palatines to America Society and also received the “Shirley Riemer Lifetime Achievement Award” from the International German Genealogy Partnership. In 2020, he was named a fellow of the Utah Genealogical Association. From his home in Provo, Utah he continues to write articles on Germanic genealogy, compile new GIACR volumes, and participate in conferences nation-wide.
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