In May, we will be holding our 3rd Annual WMGS Panel of Experts! Have you ever had to pay a professional consultant? I can tell you first hand that it’s usually not an inexpensive proposition! Here’s another benefit of membership at Western Massachusetts Genealogical Society: You have free access to a number of pros and experienced researchers to help you break down your brick walls, answer your research questions, point you in the right direction and, in general, lend a hand with your family histories. From pedigree charts to on-line research to DNA, WMGS can help you re-energize your research.

In May, the regular monthly meeting of WMGS will be not one, and not two but three panelists who are willing to take your questions. Dave Robison will be joined by Fran Malone and Hillary Schau for this event. Put them on the spot! Responses won’t be limited to what the panelists can offer as members of the audience are welcome to join in the discussion. That’s what WMGS is all about, helping each other identify the goals and how to get there! So, bring your questions concerning problems you have or just a general question that you’ve been wondering what’s the answer.

Please come early and get a good seat. Our last panel discussion was very well attended and very productive! This will also be a virtual meeting available only to the membership.

Also at our May meeting, we will be having our annual election of officers. The Nominating Committee will present the slate of candidates at the meeting.