| REGISTRATION OPEN FOR TWO POPULAR SGS SPONSORED COURSES “Certification Discussion Group”, an online course to discuss the process and techniques of becoming a Certified Genealogist is taking registration for the fall series of classes. Dates and times have not been set. SGS members, WA residents, and those already with their pre-applications submitted to the Board for Certification of Genealogists have preference. Classes will be organized starting in August. Sign up here for this SGS sponsored event: http://theCDGseries.wordpress.com Also opening up to new registrants is Valerie Lair’s course, “The Level I-Genealogy Basics and Beyond”. This course is suitable for everyone and covers how to successfully conduct research in census records, vital records, newspapers, city directories, churches, cemeteries, military records; using major online resources along with libraries and archives; and so much more. The course will challenge you in perfecting your genealogy skills. Sign Up for Genealogy Basics & Beyond REGISTRATION FOR VIRTUAL CELTICS CONNECTIONS CONFERENCE 2020 NOW OPEN Like many other programs this year, “Journey Home”, the Celtic Connections Conference, co-hosted by The Irish Genealogical Society International and the Irish Ancestral Research Association, had to be transformed from a traditional convention gathering to a virtual online format. This online virtual conference will last an entire month, July 31 through August 31, 2020 and include : 11 Speakers 25 Pre-recorded Presentations 9 Live Chats All for only $99 (USD)! For more information and registration visit: http://www.celtic-connections.org/ ALICE ELEANOR McCOY (1925-2020) Alice Eleanor McCoy, age 94, of Brier, Washington passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2020. She was a member of Seattle Genealogical Society for over 30 years. Our condolences to Alice’s family and friends. Memories and expressions of sympathy for the McCoy family may be shared at www.floralhillslynnwood.com SGS CALENDAR OF EVENTS *** In consideration of COVID-19 social distancing recommendations, the SGS Library is closed until at least July 5, 2020 and all SGS in-person events have been canceled, postponed, or replaced with an online event. To stay up-to-date, check the “Calendar of Events” on the SGS website for any last minute changes. Did you remember to renew your membership? Log in at the SGS website Members Home to renew your membership for 2020-21. Or print out a Membership Application and send it with your payment to Seattle Genealogical Society, PO Box 15329, Seattle WA 98115-0329 If you have questions, send a note to membership@seagensoc.org Thank you for your participation and continued support of SGS! |