Are you considering certification through the Board for Certification of Genealogists, or would you simply like to understand the certification process more fully? The Certification Discussion Group offers an opportunity to learn about the requirements, standards, and portfolio elements involved in becoming a certified genealogist. The next series begins on 2 November 2026 and includes seven virtual sessions,…
All meetings are online except the in-person Research Group and Genealogy Help at KCLS Auburn, Federal Way, and Renton Main library branches. Live transcription (captioning) is available during our Zoom meetings by request. Online meeting participants need to register for SKCGS Zoom meetings. Upon registration, Zoom will send a confirmation email with instructions on joining…
Explore the Exceptional Genealogy Classes at HQRL! Join us online via Zoom or in person at HQRL and connect with fellow genealogy enthusiasts who share your curiosity and drive—together, we can explore the fascinating world of family history! JOIN US for our next class on August 6, 2026!Don’t miss out, sign up today!CLICK HERE to…
Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society DNA Special Interest Group MeetingTuesday, July 28, 2026, Starting at 7:00 pm via Zoom Discussion group focused on various topics regarding the use of DNA testing in genealogy. Prior to this meeting we will watch the webinar Cousins, Clusters, and Clues: Using MyHeritage DNA for Your Genealogical Mysteries available for free…
Tacoma Pierce County Genealogical Society Monthly Educational MeetingTuesday, July 14, 2026, starting at 6:00 pm This month’s presentation: Free RootsTech 2026 video presented by David Ouimette titled FamilySearch Full-Text Search – Your Golden Path to Ancestral Discovery. “In this session, we show how FamilySearch applies generative AI to read historical handwriting and produce complete transcripts…
Thursday, July 23HQRL ClassNorwegians in America 11:00 am to 12:00 pmHeritage Quest Research Library (Classroom & Zoom)Join Eleanor Brinsko to learn about Norwegian immigrant ports of entrance, newspapers, Norwegian settlements in America and strategies to trackyour ancestors.Register in the HQRL Store, $20+tax and $25+tax for non-members.HQRL classroom in-person (limit of 8 persons) or via zoom –…
Tonight, watch the premiere of the 30-minute ABC News special “American Story: The Hands That Built the White House,” which features a groundbreaking research discovery made by the 10 Million Names team at American Ancestors! Host Robin Roberts will uncover the extraordinary human story behind one of the nation’s most iconic landmarks: the White House. In…
base image by Colin O’Brien / Unsplash montage by Sheyna Watkins HOW WAS YOUR FAMILY IMPACTEDBY MOMENTS IN AMERICAN HISTORY?In 2026, the United States will celebrate its semiquincentennial — the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence — on July 4, 1776. In celebration of the America 250 milestone SGS is sponsoring a writing contest. The…
As we approach American250! celebrations cumulating on July 4, 2026, Washington State Genealogical Society has launched a special blog feature to honor the legacy of those who shaped our nation’s history. This new feature invites members to share their personal connections to the American Revolution by spotlighting their patriot relatives. We are still accepting your…
The speaker at the Lower Columbia Genealogical Society’s June 11th, 2026, zoom meeting will be Sara Cochran. Her topic is Reward! Locating Widows, Spinsters and Bachelors. Virtual meeting doors will open at 9:30 am Speaker’s program will begin at 10:00 am The public is invited to attend Please consider joining our society for $20/yr. For…
