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JUNE 14th MEETING
An Ounce of Prevention: Making a Genealogy Disaster Plan
Genealogy documents, photographs, mementos, and databases are a family’s most prized possessions. they can be lost in an instant in the event of a disaster. This lecture focuses on how to plan before the crisis occurs, so that loss is minimized and your genealogy legacy is preserved for future generations. Our speaker is Julie Miller, a full-time professional researcher, speaker and writer who lives in Broomfield, Colorado.
ZOOM link to be posted a few days before this meeting. See you then!
General WAGS Meeting – 5/10/21 – Zoom Link
You are invited to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: WAGS General Zoom Meeting for May
Time: May 10, 2021 02:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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See you next Monday! Susan Rumble – WAGS
Website Goes Officially Live
This website will officially go live on 5/5/21 even though it has been live since it was created. during its construction, some pages were protected from public viewing but as of 5/5/21 those pages will be viewable by the public. Other pages that are for members only will continue to be protected and only members will have access. Poke around on the site and see what we have. If you see any problems as you visit the site, please let us know and we will address the issue (the footer has a button you can use to notify us).
History of Fraternal Organizations by Susan Rumble
Tacoma Pierce County Genealogical Society Mystery Book Club October 2025
Tacoma-Pierce County Genealogical Society Mystery Book Club
Saturday, October 18, starting at 4:00 pm via Zoom
Please join us as we discuss a fictional genealogical book, Gold and Gunslingers by Susan Finlay.
More information at:
Amazon: Gold and Gunslingers
TPCGS Book Club Zoom Meeting
Every month on the Third Sat beginning at 4:00 PM Pacific Time
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Bainbridge Island Genealogical Society Best Uses of AI for Genealogy
Best Uses of AI for Genealogy
Speaker: Mark Thompson
Friday, October 17, 2025, 10am
Meeting via Zoom only.
To receive a Zoom link, please register at bigenealogy.org
Artificial Intelligence has brought powerful new tools to family history research. AI can efficiently summarize documents, reliably extract information from large texts, and accelerate your research. These tools offer fascinating possibilities for enhancing and simplifying your family history.
On Friday, October 17th at 10AM, Mark Thompson, will come to us via Zoom, with his beginner friendly presentation, Best Uses of AI for Genealogy.
A nationally-known expert in the use of artificial intelligence for family history applications, Mark will explain how to use these powerful tools to find, analyze and organize our data. He will also highlight areas where caution is critical and traditional research methods remain essential.
You are invited to join us! No membership necessary. Go to the BIGS website to register and receive the Zoom link: bigenealogy.org/events
Tri-City Genealogical Society FamilySearch’s Full Text Search
Please join us for Tri-City Genealogical Society’s October General meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 8. The presentation will be at the Richland FamilySearch Center located at 1314A Goethals Dr. Entrance is down the ramp from the parking lot that is to the north of Dairy Queen. The presentation will also be on Zoom so you can join in from the comfort of your own home. See below for the Zoom link.
The October TCGS General meeting is entitled Secrets for Success: How to Harness the Power of FamilySearch’s Full-Text Search and will be presented by Julia A. Anderson. Learn what FamilySearch’s full-text search capability can do for you! This class will provide you with tips and tricks for making the most of this innovation in genealogical research. We will cover various ways to search, how to use wildcards and other tools, ways to filter your results, how to read and save images and transcriptions, and what to do with the information you find in the records. Key takeaways include revolutionary access to un-indexed records, smart search techniques that deliver results and seamless integration with FamilySearch family tree
Julia A. Anderson, MA, AG®, AGL™ has a master’s degree in history and education and is an Accredited Genealogist® and Accredited Genealogist Lecturer™ with expertise in the United States Gulf South Region. She works as a full-time United States and Canada research specialist at the FamilySearch Library in Salt Lake City, Utah and teaches genealogy research and accreditation classes for Salt Lake Community College. Julia owns and manages Anderson Genealogical Research, LLC, serves as a commissioner on the board of ICAPGen, and is the conference chair for the Utah Genealogical Association.
Topic: TCGS General Meeting October 8 at 7 p.m.
Time: Oct 8, 2025 07:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
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Lower Columbia Genealogical Society Was Your Ancestor Really Gone or Just Hidden
PAM VESTAL
Genealogist and lecturer
Was Your Ancestor Really Gone or Just Hidden in the Records
Speaker at the Lower Columbia Genealogical Society’s
October 9th Zoom meeting.
Virtual meeting doors will open at 6:30 pm
The speaker’s program will begin at 7:00 pm
The public is invited to attend.
Please consider joining our society for $20/yr.
For a link to join the meeting or to join the society contact [email protected] 24hrs prior to the event
Seattle Genealogical Society – Beginning Genealogy Classes
STILL TIME TO JOIN BEGINNING GENEALOGY CLASS
Classes Begin Oct. 15 and 16
Motivated to learn more about your family’s story? Want to learn how DNA can help? SGS will be offering a new beginning Genealogy class in October. This online course will give you the tools to succeed in your research.
Four weekly online sessions are included with a fifth, optional session in person at the SGS library. The class covers how to successfully conduct, organize, and record research for your genealogy. How to begin? How to evaluate evidence? What are the best sources? Where are the records–online and off? What can DNA tell us?
Start your journey on a foundation of good habits and best practices. Participation will help you develop great genealogy skills. The course finishes with a list of favorite sources for additional learning and an optional meet-up with a personal research session at the SGS library.
There are two options for class time:
- Morning class: Wednesdays, Oct. 15, 22, 29 and Nov. 5, 10:00-11:30 p.m.
- Evening class: Thursdays, Oct. 16, 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Weeks 1 – 4 will meet virtually and consist of lecture, discussion, and workshop for one-and-a-half-hours each session.
Week 5 (optional) includes a library tour and one-on-one research assistance.
There is a limit of 20 people per class. Class fee $80 (SGS members $60). Learn more.
Seattle Genealogical Society ‘Stories Beneath the Stones’
A Talk & Walking Tour of Calvary Cemetery, Oct. 25Join us on Saturday, Oct. 25, at 1 p.m. at Calvary Cemetery in Seattle for a rare opportunity to step behind the scenes of one of our region’s most historic Catholic cemeteries.
Our guide will be Marty Murphy, Superintendent of Calvary Cemetery, who will share insights from his decades of cemetery management. This special program combines a fascinating talk with a guided walking tour, covering:
- The History of Calvary Cemetery and other Catholic cemeteries in the Seattle area
- The Evolution of Grave Markers and what they reveal about cultural and religious traditions
- Genealogy in Cemeteries—how to access and use cemetery records in your family history research
- A Superintendent’s Perspective—stories and experiences from caring for this historic Seattle site
Whether you’re the family historian or simply curious about Seattle’s past, this event offers a unique chance to connect with the people and stories that shaped our community’s history.
Don’t miss this meaningful blend of history, heritage, and personal storytelling—right here in Seattle’s historic Calvary Cemetery.
Optional lunch gathering to follow at University Village location nearby.
Pre-registration required. $15 and $10 for SGS members. Limited to 25 people.