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SUMMARY:WMGS Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-board-meeting-23/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T200000
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SUMMARY:WMGS Monthly Meeting - Don't Chop Off That Branch! A Genealogy Arborist's Handbook
DESCRIPTION:Thomas MacEntee will be presenting “Don’t Chop Off That Branch! A Genealogy Arborist’s Handbook.” Many of us will relate to this dilemma. You’re at a crossroads when it comes to years of genealogy research: should you delete an entire branch of your family tree due to faulty research? Or is there a better way to correct family\nhistory research errors and salvage information that took years to find? Tom will address the problem of bad research\, help you decide if your research is bad or just sloppy\, help you map out a correction plan\, and help you salvage that branch.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-monthly-meeting-dont-chop-off-that-branch-a-genealogy-arborists-handbook/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T203000
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SUMMARY:WMGS Training Session: Our Ancestor's Clothing
DESCRIPTION:Professional costume designer\, costume technologist\, historian\, educator\, and museum curator\, Howard Vincent Kurtz will be joining us for a training session on\nThursday\, April 22nd.\nProfessor Kurtz has created costumes for Broadway\, Hollywood films\, and television during his career. A recipient of the Helen Hayes Outstanding Costume Design Award in Washington\, D.C.\, he also carries the distinguished title of Professor Emeritus of Theater at George Mason University and is a Fellow of the Costume Society of America.\nProfessor Kurtz has offered to research a small selection of family photographs from those sent in by our members\, analyzing the clothing worn to help identify the time and place the photos were taken. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about photo identification techniques based on clothing. We’re grateful that it’s been arranged for us by member Cara Seitchek.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-training-session-our-ancestors-clothing/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210308T144853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T145243Z
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SUMMARY:NERGC Gathering Day #3
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/nergc-gathering-day-1-3/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210412T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210412T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210331T133645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T133645Z
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SUMMARY:WMGS Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-board-meeting-22/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Board Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210308T144845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T144935Z
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SUMMARY:NERGC Gathering Day #2
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/nergc-gathering-day-1-2/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210227T144016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210227T144016Z
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SUMMARY:WMGS April Meeting: Migration Trails Across America
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, April 7th\, we’ll be welcoming nationally-known genealogist Peggy Clemens Lauritzen for a presentation titled “Migration Trails Across America.”America has been a nation on the move since the first landings in the colonies. From\nbuffalo traces and Native American trails to rivers and canals\, America has found a way\nto keep pushing “west.” This presentation focuses on the most common means of travel\nin the New World. Migration trails and patterns will be discussed\, as well as the many\nrivers and canals that interconnected us as a nation. Peggy’s presentation will feature a\ncase study of a “lost ancestor” from Essex County\, Massachusetts
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-april-meeting-migration-trails-across-america/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210308T144727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T144727Z
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SUMMARY:NERGC Gathering Day #1
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/nergc-gathering-day-1/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210227T144727Z
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SUMMARY:WMGS Training Session: The Hampden Railroad
DESCRIPTION:For those of us who are interested in local history\, especially railroads\, this is\ngoing to be a delight! WMGS member\, Philip E. Johnson will be presenting a\nfascinating look at the Hampden Railroad. His presentation is based on his\nbook\, The Hampden Railroad – The Greatest Railroad That Never Ran\, which\nwas published in 2014. The work is the result of 30 years of research!\nThis story likely affected thousands of our ancestors from Westfield to central\nMassachusetts who may have worked on this railroad. Investors\, local towns\,\nand even the general public were impacted as well. Yet so little is known about\nthis story.\nPhilip gives us a preview:\n“Growing up in Springfield\, Massachusetts during the 50’s and 60’s\, I remember seeing the trains crossing in Winchester Square and by Watershops Pond\, and even across Five Mile pond when swimming with my family. Beginning with model trains and\nriding on tourist trains as a child\, I have always loved trains. When I was in my early 20’s\, I had a job where I was a field service engineer in eastern Hampden County. This gave me ample opportunity to view many branch lines in operation and investigate abandoned lines. I became a member of Amherst Railroad Society as a young adult where I have remained a member for 40 years. As an engineer\, I enjoy researching the history of random lines and can usually spot where a railroad once ran based on the slope of the terrain. Our family vacations many times had a railroad theme at least one day out of the week. I believe that all children should be given the opportunity to ride\na train. We need to lobby in favor of more passenger trains to replace some cars\, especially in cities. I keep hoping that passenger trains will soon return to the town I live in\, Erving\, Massachusetts.\nThe Hampden Railroad story is different\, not a success story by any means. The railroad was built 1911-1913 to connect 2 parallel lines in central Mass in order to avoid changing trains in Boston. South and North Stations still have no connection. This is a story of how it was conceived\, how it was built\, and why it never operated.”\nTo see a preview of this story\, you can watch an interview that Phil gave to the Monson-Palmer Public Television station at:\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAsOMG-oNAw\nNote: If you’re interested in purchasing a copy of Philip’s book in advance\, it’s available on Amazon. If you’d like an autographed copy\, they are available for $35.00 each by emailing Phil at: Hampdenphil@gmail.com.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-training-session-the-hampden-railroad/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T203000
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SUMMARY:WMGS Training Session: A New Look at Irish Research
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, March 18th at 7 PM\, WMGS member Richard Reid will be\npresenting a training session titled “A New Look at Irish Research.” Though\nit’s the day after St. Patrick’s Day\, we’ll still be in an Irish mood!\nThis presentation is designed for those just starting their Irish research and for\nthe veteran researcher. We’ll visit the new church records and civil records and\nwebsites that are being updated with new data daily. You will learn about some\nof the best free resources and subscription services. (Documents used in the\npresentation are the results of consultations performed by the Friends of Irish\nResearch.)
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-training-session-a-new-look-at-irish-research/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210308T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210308T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210126T144816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T144816Z
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SUMMARY:WMGS Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-board-meeting-21/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Board Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210303T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210126T143231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T143455Z
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SUMMARY:WMGS Monthly Meeting: Understanding Massachusetts Vital Records
DESCRIPTION:We’re looking forward to our March 3rd\, 2021 meeting\, as we’ll be joined by Marian\nPierre-Louis\, who will present a highly anticipated presentation titled “Understanding\nMassachusetts Vital Records.”\nMarian Pierre-Louis is a genealogy professional who specializes in educational outreach through webinars\, internet broadcasts\, and video. Her areas of expertise include house history research\, southern New England research\, and solving brick walls. Since the rise in interest of genetic genealogy\, Marian has become addicted to using DNA to help solve genealogy mysteries. Marian is the host of the Genealogy Professional Podcast. She has also produced and hosted 100 episodes of Fieldstone Common\, a history podcast. Marian is the Online Education Producer for Legacy Family Tree Webinars where she produces online genealogy education classes. Once a month you’ll find her as the evening host of Legacy Family Tree Webinars.\nMost people know that Massachusetts has rich vital records dating back to the 1600s. Making the most of Massachusetts vital records requires understanding the nuances of the records. Marian will talk about original sources\, such as town record books\, as well as the many printed and database options. Learn how to use the “tan books\,” vital records from 1841\, and all the lesser-known resources available.\nMark your calendars so you won’t miss this important presentation on Wednesday\, March 3rd at 6 PM.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-monthly-meeting-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210228
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210126T144316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T144507Z
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SUMMARY:RootsTech
DESCRIPTION:For the first time ever\, RootsTech\, the annual family history conference sponsored by\nFamilySearch\, will take place completely online. Usually\, RootsTech is a 4-day event\nheld annually in Salt Lake City\, Utah. However\, because of the pandemic\, the entire\nevent will be held virtually from February 25th-27th\, 2021. Incredibly\, it will be\ncompletely free this year!\nRootsTech Connect 2021 will offer a combination of both livestream and on-demand\ncontent to participants from around the world. For the three days of the online event\,\nattendees will have the opportunity to interact with speakers\, exhibitors\, and fellow\nattendees through live-chat and question & answer opportunities. Because of the\ndifferences in time zones\, sessions will also be available to view on-demand after the conference concludes. Even better\, sessions will be available for viewing for at least a whole year!\nRoots Tech Connect 2021 will feature keynote speakers\, dozens of classes\, and over 300 breakout sessions\, along with a virtual expo hall marketplace that you can visit from home. This is the largest family history conference in the world and you don’t have to even travel to participate in it.\nTo attend the live event and to access the on-demand sessions\, you must pre-register. Again\, the conference will be completely free and you can attend sessions from the comfort and safety of your home.\nhttps://www.rootstech.org/rootstech-connect-2021-registration?lang=eng
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/rootstech/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210126T143833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T143833Z
UID:39720-1613674800-1613680200@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS Training: WWI The Forgotten War - Tips for Researching Ancestors Who Served with US Forces
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Diane Romanosky\, WMGS Member \nDiane became interested in WWI after discovering a picture and military documents with her great uncle’s name on them. Join us to get tips on how to determine if your ancestor served\, where to find key information\, resources for discovering your ancestor’s WWI story\, and ways to honor their service. The presentation will be illustrated with examples from Diane’s journey of discovery into her great uncle’s WWI service.\nA lover of history and genealogy\, Diane has been researching her family for over 30  years. Her areas of interest include WWI\, New England\, Pennsylvania\, Ireland\, Scotland and Poland. She has given presentations for genealogy clubs in the Boston Metro West area.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-training-wwi-the-forgotten-war-tips-for-researching-ancestors-who-served-with-us-forces/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210126T144722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T144722Z
UID:39725-1612809000-1612816200@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-board-meeting-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Board Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20210111T135557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T135658Z
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SUMMARY:WMGS Monthly Meeting - What It Does Not Say
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited that Michael John Neill will be joining us again at our February meeting.  Michael’s presentation to us last May on Researching the Entire Family was so well received that we’ve asked him to return. Michael will be presenting another live webinar\ntitled “What It Does Not Say.” Many times\, a record only scratches the surface of what\nwas going on when that record was created. This lecture looks at why a record was\ncreated and how state statute\, common practice\, economic situations\, family issues\, and other factors may be the “real story” behind any document. Michael will also discuss how to determine (when possible) what those “unwritten” issues were.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-monthly-meeting-15/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Monthly Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210128T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20201127T135223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201127T135223Z
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SUMMARY:WMGS Training - Google Search Methodology
DESCRIPTION:If you think you know how to Google\, think again! Technology changes rapidly and keeping our search skills updated and sharp is key to search success. In this session we’ll cover my Google search methodology updated for 2020. We’ll discuss the latest and best search innovations\, and you’ll learn the process that will dramatically improve your genealogical search results. These skills can be used with all associated Google tools. \nThis session was offered back in February\, 2020\, when we were still meeting in person.  It was highly rated\, so we wanted to offer it again to our members in an online format. \nThis will be the last Lisa Louise Cooke webinar we offer as our membership to Genealogy Gems expires in early February.  We will continue with monthly training sessions\, and have a good variety of programs planned.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-training-google-search-methodology/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210121T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20201127T134430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201228T182241Z
UID:39626-1611255600-1611261000@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS Training - Organize Your Research with Evernote
DESCRIPTION:Originally aired as a live Family Tree University webinar in July 2013\, however the organizational techniques are still timely.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-training-organize-your-research-with-evernote/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210111T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20201127T135657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201127T135657Z
UID:39632-1610389800-1610397000@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS  Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-board-meeting-19/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Board Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20201127T134202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201127T134202Z
UID:39624-1607626800-1607632200@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS Training - 10 Ways to Use Video for Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:Learn how genealogists can use video in countless ways to learn more about their ancestors\, enhance their online presence to attract others researching the same family lines\, and create intriguing projects to be shared.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-training-10-ways-to-use-video-for-genealogy/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://westmassgen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Lisa-Louise-Cooke.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20201026T131317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201026T131528Z
UID:39603-1606932000-1606939200@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS Monthly Meeting: Using Emigrant Guides for Genealogical Research
DESCRIPTION:Emigrant guides provided essential information and practical advice to our ancestors about travel routes\, weather\, opportunities\, and much more. Learn how to use emigrant guides for insight into the how’s and why’s of an ancestor’s preparation and journey across an ocean or the country.\nIf you have ever wondered how your ancestors managed to venture across our country\, perhaps in a covered wagon\, or wondered how they were able to navigate from tiny villages in distant countries to come to the United States\, you’ll want to attend this presentation.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-monthly-meeting-using-emigrant-guides-for-genealogical-research/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Monthly Meeting
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20201026T124615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201026T124615Z
UID:39601-1605812400-1605817800@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS Training: How to Find Living Relatives
DESCRIPTION:In this class you will learn the strategies that may just lead you to someone who has the answers you need.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-training-how-to-find-living-relatives/
LOCATION:Online
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://westmassgen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Lisa-Louise-Cooke.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20201026T131654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201026T131654Z
UID:39606-1604946600-1604953800@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-board-meeting-18/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Board Meetings
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20200927T190659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200927T190713Z
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SUMMARY:WMGS November Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:At our November 4th monthly meeting\, Edwin Strickland II\, will be presenting “The Rise and Fall of Hampshire County (Massachusetts).” Following a discussion of the steps from exploration to incorporation in New England\, Ed will follow the history of Hampshire county (which at times extended from Worcester\, Massachusetts west to\nthe Hudson River and from within present Connecticut into Vermont) from its creation in 1660 onward. He will cover the various state boundary disputes\, discuss the division of the four present counties of Western Massachusetts\, and provide a guide to finding their records.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-november-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Monthly Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20200927T191558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200927T191558Z
UID:39557-1603393200-1603398600@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS Training: Inspiring Ways to Captivate Non-Genealogists
DESCRIPTION:If you are researching your family tree but haven’t shared it with your family in a way that sparks their interest\, then you are only experiencing half of the joy of genealogy! And if your descendants don’t grasp the importance of their heritage\, your hard work may tragically find its way to the city dump when you are gone.\nDon’t just collect your family history and store it away in binders and files! Learn how creative displays and crafts can capture the imagination of your non-historian friends and relatives\, while honoring your ancestors. These projects are guaranteed to inspire your family to ask you to tell them more about the family tree!
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-training-inspiring-ways-to-captivate-non-genealogists/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20200927T191748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200927T191748Z
UID:39560-1603132200-1603139400@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS Board Meeting
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URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-board-meeting-17/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Board Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20200927T191327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200927T191414Z
UID:39554-1602788400-1602793800@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS Training: Applying Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps to Research
DESCRIPTION:Sanborn Fire Insurance maps offer unique and valuable information about the locations where your city-dwelling ancestors lived. The Sanborn Map Company published maps from 1867 to 1970 to evaluate fire insurance liability in urban areas.\nThe maps are detailed street plans on large sheets of paper—one sheet shows about four to six city blocks. You can learn a lot about your ancestor’s house and neighborhood or research the history of your own old house. These maps show\nbuilding outlines\, locations of windows and doors\, building use (including the names of most public buildings)\, property boundaries\, house and block number\, street names\, and more. In this video class\, you’ll see an example of the role Sanborn maps played in a research situation.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-training-applying-sanborn-fire-insurance-maps-to-research/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201016
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20200927T191115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200927T191115Z
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SUMMARY:Members Only Password Change
DESCRIPTION:The WMGS Members password will be changing on October 15 so it’s important to renew now if you haven’t done so already! Renewing will continue to give you access to our Zoom presentations and the Members Only portion of our website! Members will be notified of the password change via email.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/members-only-password-change/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20200927T190259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200927T190259Z
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SUMMARY:WMGS October Monthly Meeting & Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:John Putnam will be joining us again at our October 7th meeting for an intriguing\npresentation: “The Salem Witchcraft Hysteria: A Cauldron of Religious\, Economic\, Social\, and Political Ingredients Gone Awry.”\nAs a descendant of both the protagonists and antagonists of those involved in the\nSalem witchcraft trials\, the historical story of this event becomes a genealogical\nstory for John as well. His direct Putnam ancestors were involved in most aspects\nof the witchcraft hysteria that occurred in his ancestral hometown of Salem Village\n(now Danvers\, MA). John will share many genealogical\, historical\, religious\,\nsocial\, economic\, and political factors that led to and followed the horrific events\nin 1692. Whether you have Salem ancestry or not\, witchcraft hysteria affected\nmany of our ancestors in countries around the world.\nThis is the second in a series of lectures on New England genealogy that John will be presenting to WMGS. \nAnnual Meeting\nSince there is no end in sight to our quarantine\, the Board has decided to proceed\nwith an abbreviated Annual Meeting which will be held virtually via Zoom.\nFollowing our speaker’s presentation on October 7th\, we will hold the Annual\nMeeting. The agenda will include a budget report by the Treasurer\, discussion and\nvote on proposed Bylaws revisions\, and an election of a vice-president\, secretary\,\nassistant treasurer and one director. A Nominating Committee has been appointed\nand they will present a slate of candidates at the meeting. Nominations will also be\naccepted from the floor.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-october-monthly-meeting-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:WMGS Monthly Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182001
CREATED:20200729T131610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200729T131610Z
UID:39479-1600369200-1600374600@westmassgen.com
SUMMARY:WMGS Training Session
DESCRIPTION:Stay tuned as we finalize our topics for September.
URL:https://westmassgen.com/event/wmgs-training-session/
LOCATION:Online
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