SGS FALL SEMINAR
Genetic Genealogy:
Understanding and Furthering
Your DNA Research
October 15, 2016
featuring Emily Aulicino
Learn how you can break through your genealogical brick walls, how you can prove or disprove your paper trail, and why thousands are turning to genetic genealogy to supplement their family history research. There will be two tracks of presentation. Advanced and beginner classes will be taught by our speaker with the assistance of the SGS DNA Special Interest Group. The speaker, Emily Aulicino, is author of Genetic Genealogy: The Basics and Beyond (2014) and is also the Regional Coordinator for the International Society of Genetic Genealogists. She teaches genetic genealogy classes at the Genealogical Forum of Oregon (Portland) as well as weekly classes on writing childhood memories and family stories. The Fall Seminar will be held at the Fairview Christian School, 844 NE 78th Street, Seattle, WA 98115. There is plenty of free parking! Doors will open at 8:00 a.m. with Welcome at 9:00 a.m. Closing time 4:30.
Brochures, with registration forms, will be mailed to SGS members. You can also register online at:
http://seattlegenealogicalsociety.org/2016-fall-seminar-information
For further information, go to the SGS website: seattlegenealogicalsociety.org, or call us at (206)522-8658.
FALL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
The SGS Fall Membership Meeting will be held Saturday, October 1st, from 1:00 – 2:30 pm. in the Seattle Genealogical Society Library. Cyndi Ingle, whose indispensable website, Cyndi’s List is well known to family historians, will speak. Ann Wright, Director of the Library, will present an update on major advances in our Library’s development.
Come early and join us for a social hour, with coffee, tea and light snacks beginning at noon, before the meeting begins. This is an opportunity to meet fellow SGS members, the current Board members and fellow researchers, and perhaps find a clue or two for your own family history! Or linger after the meeting concludes.
SGS Technological Tuesdays – New Schedule!
The inaugural introduction of Tech Tuesdays has been a success, and Lisa Chan, outgoing Director of Technology and ongoing Technology Committee Chair, now has a feel for membership interest.
The schedule will shift to bi-monthly meetings to be held on the 1st and 3rd weeks starting October 4th, 2016. For more information contact technology@seattlegenealogicalsociety.org.
SGS CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Unless otherwise indicated all programs will be at the SGS Library, 6200 Sand Point Way NE. Please check the SGS Web Site for additions, changes, and corrections. Programs may be canceled or postponed because of inclement weather.
SEPTEMBER
Saturday, September 17, 10:15 am – 12:15 pm, Irish Interest Group, an open session on Irish research using old and new resources Leader: Jean A. Roth
Saturday, September 17, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, German Interest Group, an open session on German research using old and new resources Leader: Jean A. Roth
Monday, September 19, 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Volunteer Appreciation Day. All SGS Members are invited.
Tuesday, September 20, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Writers Group (closed). By invitation. Chair: Sue Haas. For more information about writers groups, contact: education@seattlegenealogicalsociety.org
Tuesday, September 20, 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm, Technology Tuesday, Bring your laptop or mobile device, and enjoy discussions centered around technology and genealogy – software, genetic genealogy, internet research and more. Hosted by Lisa Chan, SGS Director of Technology
Friday, September 23, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Webinar Video Presentation “Taming Your Inner Packrat,” a video introduced by Julia Marconi and presented by Lisa Chan
Tuesday, September 27, 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm, Technology Tuesday, Bring your laptop or mobile device, and enjoy discussions centered around technology and genealogy – software, genetic genealogy, internet research and more. Hosted by Lisa Chan, SGS Director of Technology
OCTOBER
Saturday, October 1, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm, Fall Membership Meeting with speakers Cyndi Ingle and Ann Wright. Social hour begins at 12:00. See the article above in this eNews!.
Tuesday, October 4, 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm, Technology Tuesday, Bring your laptop or mobile device, and enjoy discussions centered around technology and genealogy – software, genetic genealogy, internet research and more. Hosted by Lisa Chan.
Sunday, October 9, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm, Scandinavian SIG, Leader: Karen Knudson
Saturday, October 15, SGS Fall Seminar. See lead article of this eNews!.
Note: the SGS Library will be closed on this Saturday because of the seminar.
Tuesday, October 18, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, Writers Group (closed). By invitation. Chair: Sue Haas. For more information about writers groups, contact: education@seattlegenealogicalsociety.org
Tuesday, October 18, 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm, Technology Tuesday, Bring your laptop or mobile device, and enjoy discussions centered around technology and genealogy – software, genetic genealogy, internet research and more. Hosted by Lisa Chan.
Wednesday, October 19, 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Mac Computer Interest Group, Sponsored jointly by SGS, Fiske, and dBug. Quarterly meetings at the Fiske Genealogical Library in Madison Park, 1644 43rd Ave E, Seattle 98112 are open and address topics helpful for users of MacIntosh (Apple) computers and the Reunion genealogy program. Email Lou Daly at loudaly@nwlink.com or Diane Hettrick at dhettrick@earthlink.net for questions.
Saturday, October 22, 10:15 am – 12:15 pm, Irish Interest Group, an open session on Irish research using old and new resources Leader: Jean A. Roth
Saturday, October 22, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, German Interest Group, an open session on German research using old and new resources Leader: Jean A. Roth
Saturday, October 29, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm, DNA Interest Group, at Wedgwood Presbyterian Church, 8805 35th Avenue N.E., Seattle. For information contact SGSDNASIG@gmail.com. Co-chaired by Cary Bright and Herb McDaniel.
FROM SGS PUBLICATIONS
The Publications Committee invites submissions of article manuscripts to be considered for inclusion in our Bulletin. We are also eager to find volunteers who are interested in layout or in proofing texts. And we would very much like to learn of members who enjoy writing book reviews, a feature that we plan to reintroduce in our biannual publication. Please contact: publications@seattlegenealogicalsociety.org.
GREEK-AMERICAN RESEARCH
Members interested in Greek family history should consult Greeks in Washington, an online “museum without walls,” established in 2009. The site collects, preserves and offers to the public the history and culture of the Greek-American community in Washington State. It provides over 200 video interviews and many other exhibits. Visit Greeks in Washington at: http://greeksinwashington.org.
CHICAGO ANCESTORS RELAUNCH
The Newberry Library has announced the relaunch of ChicagoAncestors.org, a searchable map for historical and genealogical research. The website is free and accessible to the public. It features a map linked to numerous data points for historical events, places, images, and stories which can be searched by keyword, address, collection, or neighborhood. The revamped site now has a more legible and larger map, articles on history and genealogy, as well as an advanced search function. Additional resources include historical maps, city directories, street number conversion guides, and links to further research materials.
SAVE THE DATES
September 23rd-25th
The Kelowna & District Genealogical Society’s (KDGS)
“Harvest Your Family Tree” Conference 2016
Kelowna, BC, Canada. More info and registration is available at: kdgsconference2016.blogspot.ca SGS member Mary Kircher Roddy is speaking at this conference.
September 23rd-24th
Ancestry Days in Washington State
As we reported in the last SGS eNews! Ancestry Day in Washington will be celebrated in Tacoma on Saturday. Activities on September 23 will be held at the Washington State History Museum in Tacoma, including museum access and presentations on Washington genealogical resources. On Saturday, September 24, Ancestry will present a program at the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center (1500 Broadway, Tacoma), bringing their expertise, speakers, door prizes, and Ancestry DNA kits to purchase. For more details:
wasgs.org/blog/2016/07/07/ancestry-day-coming-soon/
September 24th, 10am – 12pm
Save Your Photos Day
Mercer Island Community Center,
8236 SE 24th Street
Mercer Island, WA
“Save Your Photos Day” is a free annual event that offers resources for what you can do to safeguard your memories before disasters or accidents occur. Local photo organizers and scan/print experts will join offer their expertise about preserving your photo memories. The event will be held at the Mercer Island Community Center, 8236 SE 24th Street,
Mercer Island, WA For more information visit saveyourphotos.org or contact molly@seattlephotoorganizing.com.
November 12th, 9:00 – 5:00
LDS Family History Fair
This annual event offers a full day of free classes on a variety of subjects by qualified instructors. There are no charges for classes or registration. Lunch and a syllabus are available for a modest fee. The venue will be the Bellevue South Stake Center, behind the temple at 15205 SE 28th Street, Bellevue 98007. For information: www.wafamilyhistory.com