THE GENEALOGICAL FORUM Wednesday Evening E-News 11 May 2016
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 go to www.gfo.org/calendar.htm.
Also, if you missed your free copy of our monthly Insider, you’re in luck because we saved you a copy at http://www.gfo.org/insider/16-May.pdf.
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Did someone say, Genealogical Workshop??
Where: Oregon Historical Society
When: Saturday, May 14th, 10am – noon
How: $20, or $15 for members
Let’s Get Focused! Creating a Research Plan and Staying Organized
Family history is fun and addicting! But, if you’re not careful, it can quickly get out of hand. Whether you’re a beginner or more advanced researcher, come learn how to avoid getting overwhelmed with names, dates, and paperwork by setting goals, organizing your work, and making a research plan.
This workshop is presented by OHS Genealogist Hannah Allan. Visit our website to learn more about the resources available to you in our research library and at other genealogical research facilities.
(This notice is brought to by the Oregon Historical Society, with support from the GFO.)
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Don’t book that weekend! There’s a Seminar & Workshop we should all go to on Oct 15-16th!
Come join us for…
GFO’s Fall Seminar and Workshop
Nationally known and recognized genealogical author, lecturer and researcher, D. Joshua Taylor, will be presenting on various topics. Attend one or both sessions.
Saturday, October 15th, from 10am to 4:30pm
Sunday, October 16th, from 9:30am to 12:30pm
Register at the GFO Library. Online registration coming shortly.
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Some Hot Topics in Genealogy…
Obit’s from 1837, Toledo, Ohio
If you have been researching relatives in Toledo, Ohio, but have been hitting some pesky brick walls, the Toledo Library has a treat for you! Their obituary index covers the years 1837 to present and the link to this great resource is HERE for your convenience.
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Free Sure is a Good Price, huh?
Calling All History Buffs!
To make room for newly donated genealogy books, we’ll be getting rid of a large number of books, putting them out on the “Free” table in the lobby just outside our door. This will include lots of history books over the summer; they’re great books, we just don’t have room! Check back regularly, as we’ll be adding more books every week.
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What’s Happening this Week at the GFO?
SATURDAY, MAY 14th
Illinois Group 9:30am – 11:30am
The Illinois Interest Group meets on the second Saturday of each month at 9:30am (except Jul/Aug/Dec) in the GFO Library. All interested researchers are welcome to join us. Just drop in and share the workshop when you can and when you are interested. The group leaders are Kristy Gravlin and Harlene Patterson. For more information, feel free to call 630-621-5166 or email hannah@teleport.com.
Genealogy Book Group 11:45am – 12:45pm
An Australia Story: The Saga of an Australian Family Over Two Centuries, by Gordon Smith. The author writes about his family descended from transported convicts who arrived in New South Wales in 1801. This is a story of redemption and turmoil, violence and ambition, love and loss, and of course, Australia. Interested parties can also email Bonnie Randolph at bonnierandolph2066@gmail.com.
Writers’ Forum 1pm – 3pm
This is a peer group of genealogists, who meet to learn about writing and to share our writing with each other. Peggy Baldwin facilitates this group and can be reached at peggy@familypassages.com or 503-916-9410.
SUNDAY, MAY 15th
Library Work Party! 9am – noon
There’s another work party at the GFO library today for those of you who can come. There’s lots to do and we’d love to have your help. Doors open at 9am and work usually wraps up around noon. Some people come for just an hour or so and you’re welcome to do the same. Any time you can share is valuable. Hope to see you there!
Family Tree Maker 1pm – 3pm
Facilitated by Laurel Smith and Stephen Morgan, this group meets monthly, on the third Sunday of each month, 1:00-3:00 PM, at the back of the GFO Library. If you have some Family Tree Maker topics you’d like covered, please email Laurel Smith at bearpair@comcast.net, or Stephen Morgan at ceanothus1@comcast.net. This special interest group, like all the others that meet at the GFO, is free and open to the general public.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 18th
Learn & Chat 10am – noon
Join us to talk about your genealogy questions and help provide support to others. Facilitated by Connie Lenzen.
DNA Q&A 1pm – 3pm
Lisa McCullough leads a discussion on various DNA related subjects, with each meeting focused on a particular subject. General questions are welcome at the end of each planned discussion.
Our May 12 meeting will feature Godfrey & Merry Ellis
telling us how to correct mistakes in FamilySearch.
Meet at Thurston County Courthouse, Building 1, Room 152 at 7 pm.
We hold "Genealogy Cafe" on the 3rd Thursdays and
3rd Saturdays every month at the Olympia Timberland
Library, 313 8th AV SE, from 1-3 pm. Anyone welcome
to consult with our "experts" about their family history.
Cheers!
JOYCE OGDEN
