JANUARY – EARLY FEBRUARY 2023 MEETINGS & EVENTS

Be in the know! Receive notices for our virtual meetings, as well as the latest genealogy news and tips, by subscribing (free) to the online group at https://skcgs.groups.io

Skcgs.groups.io is the SKCGS online discussion and collaboration arena where:

• we communicate and share information with each other
• other than your email, you are not required to provide personal information
• you can unsubscribe at any time

PROGRAM UPDATES

• All meetings are online except the in-person Research Group and Genealogy Help at the Auburn Library
• Live transcription (captioning) is available during our Zoom meetings by request
• Online meeting participants need to register for SKCGS Zoom meetings. Register at our website skcgs.org or use links below. Upon registration, Zoom will send a confirmation email with instructions on joining the meeting.

Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 6:30pm PT
SKCGS Board of Directors Meeting (online)
All SKCGS members are invited to attend; only Officers and Directors may vote. Write to Board@skcgs.org for the meeting link.

Friday, January 6, 2023, 12:30 – 2:30 pm PT
EGS German Interest Group (online)
“Start the New Year Right – Get organized by letting software do the work”

Several EGS-GIG members will demo free software that can help turn your piles and files into easily stored and retrievable data. 

Visitors welcome and more information at https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com

Registration is required:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkduGhrD0oHdzvk-1f4Rrz6A55HZjWBbrx

Saturday, January 7, 2023, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (online)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM.
Register in advance for this Zoom meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdu6uqzgiGdDn7eCsOAgkvdOXktX127sz
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Subscribe to the free SKCGS FTM email list for meeting reminders and discussion:  https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG

Monday, January 9, 2023 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genetic Genealogy/DNA Interest Group (online)
“How to include DNA data in family histories – from cMs to admixture (ethnicity)”
Read or watch:

• Using DNA to fill gaps in family histories: http://www.pwaldron.info/IFHS/ (background)
• How to Prepare DNA Research Reports for Sharing: https://familylocket.com/how-to-prepare-dna-research-reports-for-sharing/ (there are a number of good posts and podcasts on FamilyLocket.com about this.
• Playlist on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4KyIQc4eVw&list=PLbWohRttmiAiRh9RJsRuUC7Qcf9wA3tLl

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIucuCvqTsqHNcN7wBEC0fB_3-TRYD1rZLmAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Subscribe to the free SKCGS Genetic-Genealogy email list for meeting reminders and discussion:  https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Genetic-Genealogy

Monday, January 16, 2023 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Technical User Group (online)
“Creating a Research Plan”
Read or watch:

• How to Create a Genealogy Research Plan: A 5-Step Example: https://familytreemagazine.com/research/sample-research-plan/
• Creating a Genealogy Research Plan Like a Detective: https://www.thoughtco.com/how-to-develop-genealogy-research-plan-1421685
• Crafting a Genealogy Research Plan | Ancestry (Crista Cowan, 24 mins) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZEJC7oruT0
• Creating a Research Plan: Tips from NEHGS Research Services (1:12) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-2GqwolCHs
• Genealogy Research Plans – An Essential Tool for Busting Brick Walls (13 mins) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MVfPrJLEPo

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAucuigqj4uH92bWWD2uycX9Z1uSsRLY4K6
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Subscribe to the free SKCGS Tech User Group email list for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/TUG

Friday, January 20, 2023, 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Research Group (in-person)
For SKCGS members
Kent Family History Center 12817 SE 256th St., Kent, WA
Seating is limited
RSVP REQUIRED to Winona at w.laird@skcgs.org
Saturday, January 21, 2023, 9:30am PT social time; 10:00am – 11:30am PT program
SKCGS General Meeting (online)
Michael Strauss presents “Descendancy Research: Another Pathway to Genealogy”
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvcO2rrzkvHNSTicHwOeUk4X9xA5nJOUQ7
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. This meeting will be recorded for playback by members. 

Breaking through the challenges of brick walls has never been more rewarding; genealogists are often taught that the only way to do successful research is to search backwards through time; going back as far as you can. This lecture assumes a new focus on doing research by tracing all of the descendants of an ancestral couple to present; as we will examine the methodology to find living persons who may hold the key to your family history research. Focus is also given to provide an actual case study of doing this kind of research.

Michael L. Strauss, AG has been employed as a forensic investigator for thirty years, most recently he works as a research manager for Ancestry ProGenealogists. Michael is a native of Pennsylvania and a veteran of the United States Coast Guard. He is a court qualified expert witness in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Michael is a national genealogical lecturer and instructor and is a faculty member at Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy (SLIG), Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh (GRIP), and the Institute of Genealogical and Historical Research (IGHR) where he coordinates the military history and research courses. Michael was the film historian for the 2015 Academy Award nominated movie Finding Vivian Maier and has been involved in Civil War and Mexican American War reenacting for more than twenty-five years. 

Monday, January 23, 2023 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genealogy Chat (online)
Meet up and chat about genealogy subjects and topics. We have no agenda; we just like one another!
Register in advance for this Zoom meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUud-uqpzoiGtEMxlqDBQ_fUeS8oZjScF71
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Subscribe to the free SKCGS email list for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Society

Thursday, January 26, 2023 ⋅ 11:00am – 1:00pm PT
Genealogy Help with SKCGS at the Auburn Library (in-person)
Genealogy questions? SKCGS offers one-on-one help with a volunteer
1102 Auburn Way S
Auburn, WA 98002
Registration not required. In-person event. Safety guidelines and current protocols followed. More information at King County Library, email kcls-auburn@kcls.org

Friday, February 3, 2023, 12:30 – 2:30 pm PT
EGS German Interest Group (online)
“How to get Research Help at FamilySearch.org with emphasis on Germanic research” by Becky Adamson

Visitors welcome and more information at https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com

Registration is required:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUscumurjkvHN24nnXuesZboNYV2AjBAygJ

Saturday, February 4, 2023, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (online)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM.
Register in advance for this Zoom meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdu6uqzgiGdDn7eCsOAgkvdOXktX127sz
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Subscribe to the free SKCGS FTM email list for meeting reminders and discussion:  https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG
 

——————

MEMBERSHIP:  We welcome guests to our meetings and special interest groups, which are free. Naturally we hope that visitors will want to become members. Support like yours helps us to educate and engage with our community to foster interest in family and local history. Regarding our programs, even if and when we can meet again in person, we will continue with some virtual programs. You can find more information about membership at our website at https://www.skcgs.org/support-skcgs/membership.

DECEMBER 2022 – EARLY JANUARY 2023 MEETINGS & EVENTS

Be in the know! Receive notices for our virtual meetings, as well as the latest genealogy news and tips, by subscribing (free) to the online group at https://skcgs.groups.io

Skcgs.groups.io is the SKCGS online discussion and collaboration arena where:

• we communicate and share information with each other
• other than your email, you are not required to provide personal information
• you can unsubscribe at any time

PROGRAM UPDATES

• All meetings are online except the in-person Research Group and Genealogy Help at the Auburn Library
• Live transcription (captioning) is available during our Zoom meetings by request
• No General Membership Meeting/Speaker in December
• Beginning in January, online meeting participants will need to register for SKCGS meetings held on Zoom. Upon registration, Zoom will send a confirmation email with instructions on joining the meeting.

Friday, December 2, 2022, 12:30 – 2:30 pm PT
EGS German Interest Group (online)
“Beyond the Nutcracker: German Christmas Traditions” by Claire Gebben

Learn about those traditions brought to the US by the German immigrants and the current ones in Germany.

Visitors welcome and more information at https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com

Registration is required:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsfu-trj0vG9NNobUkwXRvDei-wujsWHY-

Saturday, December 3, 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (online)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.
 

Monday, December 12, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genetic Genealogy/DNA Interest Group
“Boncella method of sorting DNA matches”
Watch in advance:   https://www.facebook.com/SouthernHistoryBPL/videos/664451191726522This group is for genealogists who use DNA data as part of their research. DNA evidence, like all genealogical evidence cannot stand alone. So we use DNA and other research to answer questions about who is related to whom genetically, and how can we support that conclusion? Subscribe for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Genetic-Genealogy

Friday, December 16, 2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Research Group (in-person)
For SKCGS members
Kent Family History Center 12817 SE 256th St., Kent, WA
Seating is limited
RSVP REQUIRED to Winona at w.laird@skcgs.org

Monday, December 19, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Technical User Group (online)
“Internet Archives”
How to submit websites to the WayBack Machine, how to search it, what you can find there. Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s-d-WbePlLs
TUG is for sharing knowledge and learning about technology tools, media, apps and websites. Subscribe for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/TUG
Thursday, December 22, 2022 ⋅ 11:00am – 1:00pm PT
Genealogy Help with SKCGS at the Auburn Library (in-person)
Genealogy questions? SKCGS offers one-on-one help with a volunteer
1102 Auburn Way S
Auburn, WA 98002
Registration not required. In-person event. Safety guidelines and current protocols followed. More information at King County Library, email kcls-auburn@kcls.org

Monday, December 26, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genealogy Chat (online)
Meet up and chat about genealogy subjects and topics. We have no agenda; we just like one another! For meeting invitations and discussion, join https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Society

Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 6:30pm PT
SKCGS Board of Directors Meeting (online)
All SKCGS members are invited to attend; only Officers and Directors may vote. Write to Board@skcgs.org for the meeting link.

Friday, January 6, 2023, 12:30 – 2:30 pm PT
EGS German Interest Group (online)
“Start the New Year Right – Get organized by letting software do the work”

Several EGS-GIG members will demo free software that can help turn your piles and files into easily stored and retrievable data. 

Visitors welcome and more information at https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com

Registration is required:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkduGhrD0oHdzvk-1f4Rrz6A55HZjWBbrx

Saturday, January 7, 2023, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (online)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM.
Register in advance for this Zoom meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdu6uqzgiGdDn7eCsOAgkvdOXktX127sz
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Subscribe to the free SKCGS FTM email list for meeting reminders and discussion:  https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG

Volunteers Needed (in-person)

SKCGS partners with the King County Library System in Auburn by offering a Genealogy Help Desk (GenDesk) to assist library patrons with ancestor research. GenDesk is available monthly on the fourth Thursday from 11 am to 1 pm. We have materials to help anyone coming to the desk and we use our own genealogy research skills to show how to research and make progress on genealogy questions. And we are LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS to help with this project! If you would like to volunteer once a month, help others, and improve your own skills, let us know! Having a tablet or laptop to bring with you is valuable, but library computers are available to use as an alternative. We’d love to hear from you. You don’t need to have an advanced skill level to help. E-mail outreach@skcgs.org with some information on your research skill level.  

——————

MEMBERSHIP:  We welcome guests to our meetings and special interest groups, which are free. Naturally we hope that visitors will want to become members. Support like yours helps us to educate and engage with our community to foster interest in family and local history. Regarding our programs, even if and when we can meet again in person, we will continue with some virtual programs. You can find more information about membership at our website at http://skcgs.org/membership.

You are receiving this email because you have attended a SKCGS meeting and indicated you would like to receive periodic notice of events. If you would like to be removed from our list and stop receiving emails from us, send an email to skcgsfriends+unsubscribe@skcgs.org.

Like – Facebook :: Blog :: Follow – Twitter :: Website – SKCGS.org :: Member support – info@skcgs.org

SOUTH KING COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 582
AUBURN, WASHINGTON 98071-0582 

NOVEMBER – EARLY DECEMBER 2022 MEETINGS & EVENTS

Be in the know! Receive notices for our virtual meetings, as well as the latest genealogy news and tips, by subscribing (free) to the online group at https://skcgs.groups.io

Skcgs.groups.io is the SKCGS online discussion and collaboration arena where:

• we communicate and share information with each other
• other than your email, you are not required to provide personal information
• you can unsubscribe at any time

PROGRAM UPDATES

• All meetings are virtual except the in-person Research Group and Genealogy Help at the Auburn Library
• Live transcription (captioning) is available during our Zoom meetings by request

Tuesday, November 1, 2022, 6:30pm PT
SKCGS Board of Directors Meeting (virtual)
All SKCGS members are invited to attend; only Officers and Directors may vote. Write to Board@skcgs.org for the meeting link.

Friday, November 4, 2022, 12:30 – 2:30 pm PT
EGS German Interest Group (virtual)
“Using German Newspapers” by Carol Whitton, CG®

Learn how to read German newspaper print and find those newspapers in the U.S. and Germany. 

Visitors welcome and more information at https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com

Registration is required:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrf-mgrjsvH9eP9utBbi3_KMUp1y-u5H1e

Saturday, November 5, 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (virtual)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.

Monday, November 14, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genetic Genealogy/DNA Interest Group (virtual)
“Use DNA Painter Tools to Answer Your Research Questions”
This group is for genealogists who use DNA data as part of their research. DNA evidence, like all genealogical evidence cannot stand alone. So we use DNA and other research to answer questions about who is related to whom genetically, and how can we support that conclusion? Subscribe for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Genetic-Genealogy

Friday, November 18, 2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Research Group (in-person)
For SKCGS members
Kent Family History Center 12817 SE 256th St., Kent, WA
Seating is limited
RSVP REQUIRED to Winona at w.laird@skcgs.org

Saturday, November 19, 2022, 9:30am PT social time; 10:00am – 11:30am PT program
SKCGS General Meeting (virtual)
Dave Obee presents “In Search of Home: Migration into, out of, and within Canada”
Understanding the flow of people will help you understand how your family fits in the history of the country. In some cases, records are available in Canada and in other countries, but in other cases researchers will need to consider social history and traditional migration routes to understand the lives of their ancestors. Includes a look at the social history of the arrival of the railway, which helped bring massive development to the four western provinces.

Dave Obee is a journalist and genealogical researcher who has written a dozen books and given more than 700 presentations at conferences and seminars in Canada, the United States and Australia since 1997. He is a columnist for Internet Genealogy magazine, and has been awarded an honorary degree by the University of Victoria for his work as a genealogist, journalist and historian. He is the author of books on immigration to Canada, and the Canadian census.

REGISTER IN ADVANCE
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email from Zoom
Save the email – it contains your link to join the meeting
Link to register for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIscemgpj4qGtLGeXpzlBKTv8pvDRaoSNvU

Monday, November 21, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Technical User Group (virtual)
“Helpful Browser Extensions for Genealogy”
TUG is for sharing knowledge and learning about technology tools, media, apps and websites. Subscribe for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/TUG

Monday, November 28, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genealogy Chat (virtual)
Meet up and chat about genealogy subjects and topics. We have no agenda; we just like one another! For meeting invitations and discussion, join https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Society

Friday, December 2, 2022, 12:30 – 2:30 pm PT
EGS German Interest Group (virtual)
“Beyond the Nutcracker: German Christmas Traditions” by Claire Gebben

Learn about those traditions brought to the US by the German immigrants and the current ones in Germany.

Visitors welcome and more information at https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com

Registration is required:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsfu-trj0vG9NNobUkwXRvDei-wujsWHY-

Saturday, December 3, 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (virtual)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.

Volunteers Needed (in-person)

SKCGS partners with the King County Library System in Auburn by offering a Genealogy Help Desk (GenDesk) to assist library patrons with ancestor research. GenDesk is available monthly on the fourth Thursday from 11 am to 1 pm (except November). We have materials to help anyone coming to the desk and we use our own genealogy research skills to show how to research and make progress on genealogy questions. And we are LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS to help with this project! If you would like to volunteer once a month, help others, and improve your own skills, let us know! Having a tablet or laptop to bring with you is valuable, but library computers are available to use as an alternative. We’d love to hear from you. You don’t need to have an advanced skill level to help. E-mail outreach@skcgs.org with some information on your research skill level.  

——————

MEMBERSHIP:  We welcome guests to our meetings and special interest groups, which are free. Naturally we hope that visitors will want to become members. Support like yours helps us to educate and engage with our community to foster interest in family and local history. Regarding our programs, even if and when we can meet again in person, we will continue with some virtual programs. You can find more information about membership at our website at http://skcgs.org/membership.

You are receiving this email because you have attended a SKCGS meeting and indicated you would like to receive periodic notice of events. If you would like to be removed from our list and stop receiving emails from us, send an email to skcgsfriends+unsubscribe@skcgs.org.

Like – Facebook :: Blog :: Follow – Twitter :: Website – SKCGS.org :: Member support – info@skcgs.org

SOUTH KING COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 582
AUBURN, WASHINGTON 98071-0582 

OCTOBER – EARLY NOVEMBER 2022 MEETINGS & EVENTS

Be in the know! Receive notices for our virtual meetings, as well as the latest genealogy news and tips, by subscribing (free) to the online group at https://skcgs.groups.io

Skcgs.groups.io is the SKCGS online discussion and collaboration arena where:

• we communicate and share information with each other
• other than your email, you are not required to provide personal information
• you can unsubscribe at any time

PROGRAM UPDATES

• All meetings are virtual except the in-person Research Group and Genealogy Help at the Auburn Library
• Live transcription (captioning) is available during our Zoom meetings by request

Tuesday, October 4, 2022, 6:30pm PT
SKCGS Board of Directors Meeting (virtual)
All SKCGS members are invited to attend; only Officers and Directors may vote. Write to Board@skcgs.org for the meeting link.

Friday, October 7, 2022, 12:30 – 2:30 pm PT
EGS German Interest Group (virtual)
“Discovering German Church Records at Matricula Online” by Dana Palmer, CG®, CGL(SM)
Obtaining German church records can be challenging unless you know where to find them. Discover the abundance of these Catholic records at Matricula Online. Visitors welcome and more information at https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com 
Registration is required: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvdOGhqDgjHdA_nGKC0I4V03oDoFmQa_Zo   

Monday, October 10, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genetic Genealogy/DNA Interest Group (virtual)
What’s the question? Research questions for DNA Research
This group is for genealogists who use DNA data as part of their research. DNA evidence, like all genealogical evidence, cannot stand alone. So we use DNA and other research to answer questions about who is related to whom genetically, and how can we support that conclusion? Subscribe for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Genetic-Genealogy

Saturday, October 15, 2022, 9:30am PT social time; 10:00am – 11:30am PT program
SKCGS General Meeting (virtual)
White River Valley Museum presents “Preserving Your Family History”
Do you have old family photos, clothing, or other objects in your care? Celebrate October Family History Month with White River Valley Museum Curator of Collections Hilary Pittenger and learn more about the objects in your care, including museum-quality preservation techniques.

The mission of the White River Valley Museum is to preserve and share the history of the South King County areas of Auburn, Kent, Algona, and Pacific through the operation of the museum and the historic Mary Olson Farm.

REGISTER IN ADVANCE
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email from Zoom
Save the email – it contains your link to join the meeting
Link to register for this meeting: 
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpf-CqrTstHNdhikDqjxRkuRF13viB39qN

Monday, October 17, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Technical User Group (virtual)
Create Your Own Locality Research Guides
TUG is for sharing knowledge and learning about technology tools, media, apps and websites. Subscribe for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/TUG

Friday, October 21, 2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Research Group (in-person)
For SKCGS members
Kent Family History Center 12817 SE 256th St., Kent, WA
Seating is limited
RSVP REQUIRED to Winona at w.laird@skcgs.org

Monday, October 24, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genealogy Chat (virtual)
Meet up and chat about genealogy subjects and topics. We have no agenda; we just like one another! For meeting invitations and discussion, join https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Society

Thursday, October 27, 2022 ⋅ 11:00am – 1:00pm PT
Genealogy Help with SKCGS at the Auburn Library (in-person)
Genealogy questions? SKCGS offers one-on-one help with a volunteer
1102 Auburn Way S
Auburn, WA 98002
Registration not required. In-person event. Safety guidelines and current protocols followed. More information at King County Library, email kcls-auburn@kcls.org

Tuesday, November 1, 2022, 6:30pm PT
SKCGS Board of Directors Meeting (virtual)
All SKCGS members are invited to attend; only Officers and Directors may vote. Write to Board@skcgs.org for the meeting link.

Friday, November 4, 2022, 12:30 – 2:30 pm PT
EGS German Interest Group (virtual)
“Using German Newspapers” by Carol Whitton, CG®

Learn how to read German newspaper print and find those newspapers in the U.S. and Germany. 

Visitors welcome and more information at https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com

Registration is required:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrf-mgrjsvH9eP9utBbi3_KMUp1y-u5H1e

Saturday, November 5, 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (virtual)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.

——————

MEMBERSHIP:  We welcome guests to our meetings and special interest groups, which are free. Naturally we hope that visitors will want to become members. Support like yours helps us to educate and engage with our community to foster interest in family and local history. Regarding our programs, even if and when we can meet again in person, we will continue with some virtual programs. You can find more information about membership at our website at http://skcgs.org/membership.

You are receiving this email because you have attended a SKCGS meeting and indicated you would like to receive periodic notice of events. If you would like to be removed from our list and stop receiving emails from us, send an email to skcgsfriends+unsubscribe@skcgs.org.

Like – Facebook ::  Blog :: Follow – Twitter :: Website – SKCGS.org :: Member support – info@skcgs.org

SOUTH KING COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 582
AUBURN, WASHINGTON 98071-0582 

SEPTEMBER – EARLY OCTOBER 2022 MEETINGS & EVENTS

Be in the know! Receive notices for our virtual meetings, as well as the latest genealogy news and tips, by subscribing (free) to the online group at https://skcgs.groups.io

Skcgs.groups.io is the SKCGS online discussion and collaboration arena where:

• we communicate and share information with each other
• other than your email, you are not required to provide personal information
• you can unsubscribe at any time

PROGRAM UPDATES

• All meetings are virtual except the in-person Research Group and Genealogy Help at the Auburn Library
• Live transcription (captioning) is available during our Zoom meetings by request

Saturday, September 3, 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (virtual)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.

Tuesday, September 6, 2022, 6:30pm PT
SKCGS Board of Directors Meeting (virtual)
All SKCGS members are invited to attend; only Officers and Directors may vote. Write to Board@skcgs.org for the meeting link.

Friday, September 9, 2022, 12:30 – 2:30 pm PT
EGS German Interest Group (virtual)
“German Immigrant Waves” by James M. Beidler, a nationally recognized speaker on Germanic topics. The 1700s “Pennsylvania Germans” were a different breed than the “German Americans” who immigrated in the 1800s. This presentation shows the differences in geography, economic class, religion, and aspirations of the two great waves of German immigration.

Visitors welcome and more information at https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com 
Registration is required: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rcuqrqzsoE9wzHaYH6vif_9D4PJjxRuOK    

Monday, September 12, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genetic Genealogy/DNA Interest Group (virtual)
DNA Roundup
This group is for genealogists who use DNA data as part of their research. We’ll review testing companies, sites which accept DNA (and GEDCOM) uploads and why you would want to upload. Subscribe for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Genetic-Genealogy

Friday, September 16, 2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Research Group (in-person)
For SKCGS members
Kent Family History Center 12817 SE 256th St., Kent, WA
Seating is limited
RSVP REQUIRED to Winona at w.laird@skcgs.org

Saturday, September 17, 2022, 9:30am PT social time; 10:00am – 11:30am PT program
SKCGS General Meeting (virtual)
“Use of Mind Maps in Genealogy” presented by Diana Elder 

Mind mapping can help to visualize a difficult research problem such as men with the same name, multiple generations in a county, and more. Mind mapping can be done on paper, on a whiteboard, or with a computer program. Learn proven techniques to map your family history and make more discoveries.

Diana Elder AGⓇ is a professional genealogist accredited in the Gulf South region of the United States. Diana authored Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist’s Guide and co-authored the companion volume, Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist’s Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence. Diana and her daughter, Nicole Dyer, are the hosts of the Research Like a Pro Genealogy Podcast and share research tips on their website, FamilyLocket.com.

REGISTER IN ADVANCE
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email from Zoom
Save the email – it contains your link to join the meeting
Link to register for this meeting: 
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItf-qupjkrE9GIp7ptA3x8hOnL7nDYLKXp

Monday, September 19, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Technical User Group (virtual)
How to Take a Screenshot and When and Why You Want To
TUG is for sharing knowledge and learning about technology tools, media, apps and websites. Subscribe for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/TUG

Thursday, September 22, 2022 ⋅ 11:00am – 1:00pm PT
Genealogy Help with SKCGS at the Auburn Library (in-person)
Genealogy questions? SKCGS offers one-on-one help with a volunteer
1102 Auburn Way S
Auburn, WA 98002
Registration not required. In-person event. Safety guidelines and current protocols followed. More information at King County Library, email kcls-auburn@kcls.org

Monday, September 26, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genealogy Chat (virtual)
Meet up and chat about genealogy subjects and topics. We have no agenda; we just like one another! For meeting invitations and discussion, join https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Society

Saturday, October 1, 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (virtual)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.

Tuesday, October 4, 2022, 6:30pm PT
SKCGS Board of Directors Meeting (virtual)
All SKCGS members are invited to attend; only Officers and Directors may vote. Write to Board@skcgs.org for the meeting link.

Friday, October 7, 2022, 12:30 – 2:30 pm PT
EGS German Interest Group (virtual)
“Discovering German Church Records at Matricula Online“ by Dana Palmer, CG®, CGL(SM)

Obtaining German church records can be challenging unless you know where to find them. Discover the abundance of these Catholic records at Matricula Online. Visitors welcome and more information at https://egsgermangroup.wordpress.com 
Registration is required: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvdOGhqDgjHdA_nGKC0I4V03oDoFmQa_Zo   

——————

MEMBERSHIP:  We welcome guests to our meetings and special interest groups, which are free. Naturally we hope that visitors will want to become members. Support like yours helps us to educate and engage with our community to foster interest in family and local history. Regarding our programs, even if and when we can meet again in person, we will continue with some virtual programs. You can find more information about membership at our website at http://skcgs.org/membership.

You are receiving this email because you have attended a SKCGS meeting and indicated you would like to receive periodic notice of events. If you would like to be removed from our list and stop receiving emails from us, send an email to skcgsfriends+unsubscribe@skcgs.org.

Like – Facebook ::  Blog :: Follow – Twitter :: Website – SKCGS.org :: Member support – info@skcgs.org

SOUTH KING COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 582
AUBURN, WASHINGTON 98071-0582 

Some of our regular monthly events are paused for the summer so be sure to check the Program Updates section below for the latest news.   

AUGUST – EARLY SEPTEMBER 2022 MEETINGS & EVENTS

Be in the know! Receive notices for our virtual meetings, as well as the latest genealogy news and tips, by subscribing (free) to the online group at https://skcgs.groups.io

Skcgs.groups.io is the SKCGS online discussion and collaboration arena where:

• we communicate and share information with each other
• other than your email, you are not required to provide personal information
• you can unsubscribe at any time

PROGRAM UPDATES

• The in-person Research Group is cancelled for August
• EGS German Interest Group is on summer break and will resume September 9, 2022
• SKCGS monthly General Meetings with featured speakers will resume September 17, 2022
• August SKCGS Board Meeting is cancelled
• Genealogy Help (in-person) with SKCGS at the Auburn Library is the 4^th Thursday of the month
• King County Library System online event: “How to Make New Photo Discoveries with Google Images” presented by Lisa Louise Cooke; August 9, 2022, 6:00pm-7:15pm PT; register for event:  https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/62bc9b607a5c6b36000765c8

Saturday, August 6, 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (virtual)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.

Monday, August 8, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genetic Genealogy/DNA Interest Group (virtual)
23andMe: Matches and More
This group is for genealogists who use DNA data as part of their research. Subscribe for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Genetic-Genealogy

Monday, August 15, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Technical User Group (virtual)
Digital Organization and File Structure
Resources:
6 Tips for Organizing Your Digital Genealogy Files: https://www.familytreemagazine.com/organization/organizing-digital-genealogy-files/
TUG is for sharing knowledge and learning about technology tools, media, apps and websites. Subscribe for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/TUG

Monday, August 22, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genealogy Chat (virtual)
Meet up and chat about genealogy subjects and topics. We have no agenda; we just like one another! For meeting invitations and discussion, join https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Society

Thursday, August 25, 2022 ⋅ 11:00am – 1:00pm PT
Genealogy Help with SKCGS at the Auburn Library (in-person)
Genealogy questions? SKCGS offers one-on-one help with a volunteer
1102 Auburn Way S
Auburn, WA 98002
Registration not required. In-person event. Safety guidelines and current protocols followed. More information at King County Library, email kcls-auburn@kcls.org

Saturday, September 3, 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (virtual)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.

——————

MEMBERSHIP:  We welcome guests to our meetings and special interest groups, which are free. Naturally we hope that visitors will want to become members. Support like yours helps us to educate and engage with our community to foster interest in family and local history. Regarding our programs, even if and when we can meet again in person, we will continue with some virtual programs. You can find more information about membership at our website at http://skcgs.org/membership.

Some of our regular monthly events are paused for the summer so be sure to check the Program Updates section below for the latest news.   

JULY – EARLY AUGUST 2022 MEETINGS & EVENTS

Be in the know! Receive notices for our virtual meetings, as well as the latest genealogy news and tips, by subscribing (free) to the online group at https://skcgs.groups.io

Skcgs.groups.io is the SKCGS online discussion and collaboration arena where:

• we communicate and share information with each other
• other than your email, you are not required to provide personal information
• you can unsubscribe at any time

PROGRAM UPDATES

• The in-person Research Group is cancelled for July and August
• EGS German Interest Group is on summer break and will resume September 9, 2022
• SKCGS monthly General Meetings with featured speakers will resume September 16, 2022
• July and August SKCGS Board Meetings are cancelled
• NEW! Genealogy Help (in-person) with SKCGS at the Auburn Library starts July 28, 2022

Saturday, July 2, 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (virtual)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.

Monday, July 11, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genetic Genealogy/DNA Interest Group (virtual)
Triangulation – What is it, Why Should I Care, and How Can I Use It?
Resources:
Triangulation Resources In One Place:   https://dna-explained.com/2020/12/16/triangulation-resources-in-one-place/ 
This group is for genealogists who use DNA data as part of their research. Join for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Genetic-Genealogy

Monday, July 18, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Technical User Group (virtual)
Starting & Keeping a Successful Blog
Resources:
Blogger Help: https://support.google.com/blogger/answer/1623800?hl=en
Start a Free WordPress Blog: https://wordpress.com/website-builder
Tips to Write an Excellent Genealogy Blog: https://ancestralfindings.com/tips-write-excellent-genealogy-blog/

TUG is for sharing knowledge and learning about technology tools, media, apps and websites. Join for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/TUG

Monday, July 25, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genealogy Chat (virtual)
Meet up and chat about genealogy subjects and topics. We have no agenda; we just like one another! For meeting invitations and discussion, join https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Society

Thursday, July 28, 2022 ⋅ 11:00am – 1:00pm PT
Genealogy Help with SKCGS at the Auburn Library (in-person)
Genealogy questions? SKCGS offers one-on-one help with a volunteer
1102 Auburn Way S
Auburn, WA 98002
Registration not required. In-person event. Safety guidelines and current protocols followed. More information at King County Library, email kcls-auburn@kcls.org

Saturday, August 6 , 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (virtual)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.


VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Volunteer needed for approximately one hour per month. Our new Secretary until recently posted and ensured the accuracy of our Groups.io calendars, which send out meeting invitations and reminders. She needs to step back from that job. Please volunteer by writing to president@skcgs.org. Training is provided.  

——————

MEMBERSHIP:  We welcome guests to our meetings and special interest groups, which are free. Naturally we hope that visitors will want to become members. Support like yours helps us to educate and engage with our community to foster interest in family and local history. Regarding our programs, even if and when we can meet again in person, we will continue with some virtual programs. You can find more information about membership at our website at http://skcgs.org/membership.

You are receiving this email because you have attended a SKCGS meeting and indicated you would like to receive periodic notice of events. If you would like to be removed from our list and stop receiving emails from us, send an email to skcgsfriends+unsubscribe@skcgs.org.

Like – Facebook :: Subscribe – Blog :: Follow – Twitter :: Website – SKCGS.org :: Member support – info@skcgs.org

SOUTH KING COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 582
AUBURN, WASHINGTON 98071-0582 

BOARD ELECTIONS – RESULTS
Congratulations to Alexis Scholz, Vice President; Melanie Hinds, Secretary; and, MaryLynn Strickland, Member at Large. We are grateful for the talented individuals leading our society into the future. 

JUNE – EARLY JULY 2022 MEETINGS & EVENTS

Be in the know! Receive notices for our virtual meetings, as well as the latest genealogy news and tips, by subscribing (free) to the online group at https://skcgs.groups.io

Skcgs.groups.io is the SKCGS online discussion and collaboration arena where:

• we communicate and share information with each other
• other than your email, you are not required to provide personal information
• you can unsubscribe at any time

PROGRAM UPDATES

• All meetings are virtual except the in-person Research Group
• Live transcription (captioning) is available during our Zoom meetings by request

Saturday, June 4, 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT

Family Tree Maker Users Group (virtual)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.

Tuesday, June 7, 2022, 6:30pm PT
SKCGS Board of Directors Meeting (virtual)
All SKCGS members are invited to attend; only Officers and Directors may vote. Write to Board@skcgs.org for the meeting link.

Monday, June 13, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genetic Genealogy/DNA Interest Group (virtual)
Success Stories
This group is for genealogists who use DNA data as part of their research. Mystery matches, helping adoptees and other NPE situations, and brick walls broken. Bring your stories to share. Join for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Genetic-Genealogy

Friday, June 17, 2022, 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Research Group (in-person)
For SKCGS members
Kent Family History Center 12817 SE 256th St., Kent, WA
Seating is limited
RSVP REQUIRED to Winona at w.laird@skcgs.org

Saturday, June 18, 2022, 9:30am PT social time; 10:00am – 11:30am PT program
SKCGS General Meeting (virtual)
“DNA Clustering: Automating Shared Matching” presented by Alec Ferretti 

This talk will demystify autoclustering, by demonstrating how it is simply a more visual method of automating shared matches. Case studies will be used to show how autoclustering is valuable, but is essentially the same strategy genealogists have been using for years.

Alec Ferretti is a New-York-City-based professional genealogist, who works for the Wells Fargo Family & Business History Center, researching family histories for high net worth clients. He serves actively on the Board of Reclaim the Records, a nonprofit dedicated to wrangling public records from obstinate government agencies.

REGISTER IN ADVANCE
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email from Zoom
Save the email – it contains your link to join the meeting
Link to register for this meeting:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pdeusrzgtHtfspFFaUtePn2g71-0a7Ue9

Monday, June 20, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT

Technical User Group (virtual)
US State Digital Archives
See: Washington State Digital Archives: https://digitalarchives.wa.gov/

TUG is for sharing knowledge and learning about technology tools, media, apps and websites. Join for meeting invitations and discussion: https://skcgs.groups.io/g/TUG

Monday, June 27, 2022 ⋅ 1:00pm – 3:00pm PT
Genealogy Chat (virtual)
Meet up and chat about genealogy subjects and topics. We have no agenda; we just like one another! For meeting invitations and discussion, join https://skcgs.groups.io/g/Society

Saturday, July 2 , 2022, 10:00am – 12:00pm PT
Family Tree Maker Users Group (virtual)
Question & Answer. Each month, we will learn about using the features of FTM. Go to https://skcgs.groups.io/g/FTMUG for meeting link, meeting reminders and discussion.

Tuesday, July 5, 2022, 6:30pm PT
SKCGS Board of Directors Meeting (virtual)
All SKCGS members are invited to attend; only Officers and Directors may vote. Write to Board@skcgs.org for the meeting link.
——————

MEMBERSHIP:  We welcome guests to our meetings and special interest groups, which are free. Naturally we hope that visitors will want to become members. Support like yours helps us to educate and engage with our community to foster interest in family and local history. Regarding our programs, even if and when we can meet again in person, we will continue with some virtual programs. You can find more information about membership at our website at http://skcgs.org/membership.

You are receiving this email because you have attended a SKCGS meeting and indicated you would like to receive periodic notice of events. If you would like to be removed from our list and stop receiving emails from us, send an email to skcgsfriends+unsubscribe@skcgs.org.

Like – Facebook :: Subscribe – Blog :: Follow – Twitter :: Website – SKCGS.org :: Member support – info@skcgs.org

SOUTH KING COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 582
AUBURN, WASHINGTON 98071-0582