Sunday, January 26, 2020

Great programs coming up right here in Whatcom and Skagit


In January Genies met at the Downtown Co-op due to the library being closed for MLK Day.  It was a great group, never at a loss for topics about all things genealogical.  Some brought their lunches and some purchased at the Co-op Deli.  Either way is fine.  We'll be repeating on February 17 when the library is closed for Presidents Day.  Again at 1:00 in the Connections Classroom.

So many great programs coming up, so here's a rundown.  WGS has announced their Spring Seminar with Diana Elder, author and speaker for Research Like a Pro.  Skagit Valley is offering quality programs throughout the spring that will help us make a leap in our skills.  RootsTech Salt Lake City is coming up at the end of February with free live-streaming and a virtual pass for recorded sessions later on. Ferndale Genies continues every month with conversation and friendship.  Every welcome to all of these.


Ferndale Genies Monthly Meeting:   3rd Monday, 1:00-3:30 at Ferndale Library.  February 17 meeting at the Downtown Co-op Connections Classroom due to the library being closed for Presidents’ Day. 

Whatcom Genealogical Society (WGS):   2nd Mondays, 2:00-3:30 or so.  Bellingham Elks Lodge at 710 Samish Way. Park around back and enter the lower level. 

Whatcom Genealogical Society will meet Monday, February 10, 2020 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Bellingham Elks Lodge, 710 Samish Way, downstairs.  Mary Roddy will speak on “Basics of U.S. Genealogical Research”.   Visitors welcome!

WGS Spring Seminar:  WGS is pleased to announce that Diana Elder will be presenting her seminar "Research Like a Pro" at our Spring Seminar on Saturday, March 28th in Bellingham!
Details on registration, pricing, location will be available soon. In the meantime, here is some information on Diana and the seminar.

Diana Elder AG is a professional genealogist and author. She is accredited in the Gulf South region of the United States and is the Presentation Specialist for The International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists (ICAPGen). Diana is the author of the bestselling book, Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist’s Guide and creator of the “Research Like a Pro” study group and e-Course. 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.

Research Like a Pro Seminar
Are you stuck in your genealogical research? Wondering how to make progress on your brick wall problems? Discover the process that a professional genealogist uses to solve difficult cases. Diana Elder will share her step-by-step method using real world examples, easily understood by any level of genealogist. Learn how to take your research to the next level.


Skagit Valley Genealogical Society, 2nd Saturday, 1pm – 3pm.
Burlington Public Library, 820 E Washington Ave, Burlington, WA 98233, USA (map)


On February 8, 2020 SVGS welcomes a new speaker, Robbie Johnson. Her topic is the Census of England, 101:  The Basics, Tips & Tricks.   Robbie is a certified, professional genealogist who lives in Sedro-Woolley. Robbie got involved right away by helping with our Pop Up Help Session. It was greatly appreciated.

Continuing with the trend of introducing new genealogy experts to our members in 2020 there is another new speaker this spring. At the March 14 meeting we will welcome Wendy F. Smith, PhD. Wendy is a skilled researcher with many academic and professional credentials. Dr. Smith will discuss The Genealogical Proof Standard (GPS) which is essential to accurate family history research. Dr. Smith will delve even deeper in applying the GPS as part of a 3- part monthly educational series in March, April and May.



RootsTech, Salt Lake City, UT, February 26-29.

Four-day schedule of live streaming is here:
Scroll down for a link to the Virtual Pass which is $129 for 30 class videos that will be ready 15-20 days after the conference.



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