Thursday, January 25, 2018
Next Chapter Meetings
The next two Intermountain Chapter Meetings will be on February 3, 2018, and April 14, 2018, in the Sandy Library at 10:00 a.m. in the Small Meeting Room.
International Society for British Genealogy and Family Search
Members who have British, Irish, Welsh, and Scot heritage will be interested in the upcoming International Society for British Genealogy.
Salt Lake Plaza Hotel, SLC 15-19 October 2018
Reading the information I see they provide a quarterly journal, "British Connections" and a "Surname Interest" database.
Registration opens 15 March 2017.
Membership costs: $25 per person, $30 family and $35 library or society
Watch for other educational opportunities and share what you learn.
Storytelling Contest
Among Germans from Russia, storytelling is an important oral and written tradition that ensures the continuation and enhancement of GR history and heritage among future generations of Germans from Russia.
The annual AHSGR Storytelling Contest invites both adults and youth to participate in this GR tradition by submitting stories related to Germans from Russia. They can be either fiction or non-fiction. Winning stories are presented at the Folklore Symposium at the annual convention and prize money is awarded.
This year, we’re trying something new: For youth (under 14), a video contest. Video stories can be anything from interviews to more produced stories; again, fiction or nonfiction, and up to 10 minutes in length.
Consider entering the 2018 AHSGR Storytelling Contest. The entry form will be available on our website next week; we’ll let you know when it’s there. But in the meantime, start thinking and creating – and pass the word along to others, AHSGR members and nonmembers alike.
If you have any questions, email Dan Moser at danm@ahsgr.org.
Good luck and happy storytelling!
The annual AHSGR Storytelling Contest invites both adults and youth to participate in this GR tradition by submitting stories related to Germans from Russia. They can be either fiction or non-fiction. Winning stories are presented at the Folklore Symposium at the annual convention and prize money is awarded.
This year, we’re trying something new: For youth (under 14), a video contest. Video stories can be anything from interviews to more produced stories; again, fiction or nonfiction, and up to 10 minutes in length.
Consider entering the 2018 AHSGR Storytelling Contest. The entry form will be available on our website next week; we’ll let you know when it’s there. But in the meantime, start thinking and creating – and pass the word along to others, AHSGR members and nonmembers alike.
If you have any questions, email Dan Moser at danm@ahsgr.org.
Good luck and happy storytelling!
Monday, January 15, 2018
Tuesday, November 28, 2017
I'm Back
It's been about four months since there have been any updates on this blog... my apologies. Life sometimes just gets crazy. I encourage you to check out the six posts below this one. I've attempted to post any items that are still pertinent and of interest to you. Just to make it clear, I absolutely appreciate all of you who follow the events of our chapter, as well as those of you who keep me current through emails and entries for me to post. This is the time of year that we think more of the people we are grateful for. I am grateful for you and all the help I have received over the years through resources and your generous sharing. Here's hoping you have a fabulous holiday season!
2016 National Archives Virtual Genealogy Fair
Check out the link for free access to these session videos and handouts.
You can watch the sessions and download the materials. You will also find materials from previous years.
Remember to share what you learned.
Village Coordinators of the Month
Every month we feature two Village Coordinators, to recognize the work they do for AHSGR and give members an opportunity to become more familiar with their Village Coordinators.
August 2017
Dee Hert
Anton, Alexanderhoh,
Dee Hert has been a village coordinator for several years and continues to find villages of interest for which there is no coordinator.
“These are important areas, so I find myself agreeing to be the village coordinator,” she said. “The Caucasus region has my primary attention at this time; what a fascinating area and I am locating villagers from various regions. As I become aware of Caucasus villages without a village coordinator, I may consider adopting them.”
Dee married into a double-GR family. “My mother-in-law informed me there were very few Herts remaining; I accepted this information at face value,” she said. “Years later I can disprove that statement as my database contains thousands of Hert/Herdt/etc.”
Dee has advice for people researching their heritage:
“Gather all appropriate resource materials, join and refer to professional organizations depending on your objective. Materials from AHSGR, NDGR, societies such as the Germanic Genealogy Society, Montana Historical Society are increasingly valuable,” she said. “I live in Utah and have easy access to the Family History Library (FHL) which is also an incredible resource. Facebook and other social media are constantly improving and should be reviewed frequently. Establish an AHSGR Facebook page or social media of choice and share what you learn. Genealogy is sharing!”
Another source of information is the annual on-line Village Coordinator reports; one can improve research skills and gain insight into successful practices.
Dee encourages members to consider becoming VCs. “If you are hesitant then offer to assist another VC, mentoring can be very enjoyable.”
“AHSGR has a wonderful link to individual village files. Read beyond your primary village, read all files as data crosses villages and your ancestors may have lived in numerous locations,” she said. “You would be amazed to learn how many villagers relocated to the Caucasus; slowly I am gathering that data into a separate database.
“I am a Life and Board member of AHSGR, I can honestly say that these folks are amazing. They possess a positive attitude towards improvement and strive to attain the goals of preserving and promoting the Germans from Russia culture as do many individuals in the field. Working together we can move forward in a positive direction.”
Germans from Russia
Mark your calendars for the 2018 GRHS Convention which will be held in Pierre, SD at the Ramkota Riverside Hotel, hosted by the Deutsche Glieder Chapter of GRHS.
Membership renewal is due by January 1.
Check out www.grhs.org
This is a wonderful organization dedicated to the preservation of precious GR information.
Volga German Tours
In 2018, Dr. Mila Koretnikov and Dr. Brent Mai will be leading two tours to visit the former colonies of our Volga German ancestors. They design these tours to visit the ancestral colonies of those who are on the tour, so each trip is unique! They will also visit the German Cultural Center and the Volga German Archives in Engels, the State Museum in Saratov, the Gagarin Landing Site, and the Mamayev Kurgan (Motherland Calling Statue) complex and Stalingrad Battle Museum in Volgograd.
Each tour departs from New York City and lasts 9 days. This year, for the first time, there is an option to add-on another week and visit Moscow and St. Petersburg.
2018 dates & cost per person:
May 18-27 or August 10-19 (colonies only)
$3,800 (double occupancy); $4,250 (single occupancy)
May 18-June 1 or August 10-24 (colonies + Moscow/St. Petersburg):
$5,300 (double occupancy); $6,150 (single occupancy)
For additional information including testimonials from those who participated in the 2016 and 2017 tours, please consult the tour website: VolgaGermanTours.com.
There are still several spaces available (30 maximum), so plan now to join us for the adventure!
Items of Interest
Roots Tech is
scheduled for February 28 – March 3. Sign up now for a discount price.
CVGS – Center for
Volga German Studies in Portland
had to close due to lack of support. We need to support those organizations
that are important to us. Resources will still be there and the Oregon Chapter will man it and do research on a limited basis.
2018 Convention in Hayes , Kansas
Christmas Party
It has been suggested that we donate to Toys for Tots this year instead of having an
ornament exchange. Toys should be unwrapped and will be given to the US Marine
Corps for distribution. The Springville Community Presbyterian Church is
scheduled for Saturday, December 9, from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Address: 245 S. 200 E.The chapter
will provide ham and the rest will be pot luck. Pat and Shirley will email maps
out a week before the event.
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Donations
It will soon be time for our next chapter meeting, so stock up on children's books, and especially crayons. It is almost back to school time crayons are usually on sale, and we need dozens
We will take almost anything that entertains sick children, even cash. If you do not have time to shop we can give the money to the Youth Program members, and they can shop for us.
The next meeting is at 10:00 am on August 12th at the Sandy Library.
Germanic Genealogy Society
The Germanic Genealogy Society is a valuable source of Germanic information. I encourage you to investigate this source.
Atlantic Bridge to Germany. 1974-1997, 2003-2005. GGS Library Call Numbers: 929.30943 H14a (v. 1- 10), 929.343 H434p 2005 (Pomerania), 929.30943 At631H 2004 (Baden), 929.30943 At631H 2003 (Alsace-Lorraine). Atlantic Bridge to Germany is a series of volumes containing detailed maps of the German states. The first 10 volumes were written by Charles M. Hall while the most recent 3 volumes (Alsace-Lorraine, Baden, and Pomerania) are expanded and updated versions prepared by Linda M. Herrick and Wendy K. Uncapher. All three of the provinces in the new editions were included in Hall’s series but in less detail. The volumes in the original series each covered 1-3 German states, depending on their size. For each volume, Hall wrote an introduction briefly covering the history of the region. He also included some information on special topics in genealogy for the region such as discussion on patronymics or farm names in the regions where they were common. The bulk of each volume consists of the maps. They are based on the Karte des Deutschen Reiches from 1877-1919 at a scale of 1:100,000 so they include even the smallest hamlets and topographical features. The detailed index lists the place names covered in each volume, along with Kreis, map page, parent parish, and information on the availability and dates of church and civil records. Only three updated volumes have been published to date, covering Alsace-Lorraine, Baden, and Pomerania. These new volumes contain much more extensive introductory material than the original volumes. The opening chapters provides detailed information on the history, governmental histories, lifestyles, religions, and population of each region. The authors also discuss resources for genealogical research such as archives, church and civil records, censuses, and more. The remainder of each volume follows the pattern set in the original series. If your ancestors came from one of these three regions, it is well worth checking out the updated volume. This series is an excellent companion to Hansen’s Map Guide series (detailed review by Donna Turbes available at https://ggsmn.org/upload/
44th Annual Montana History Conference
September 21-23, 2017, Helena, Montana
Source: Montana Historical Society, http://mhs.mt.gov/
This is an example of a marvelous sharing opportunity. Some
may have interests in this area, or the subject material may benefit everyone.
“Made in Montana”, Business tour, such as
sawmills, factories, clay manufacturing, etc.
“Teaching the Progressive Era and World War I”,
Focus
for teachers on issues, ideas, strategies to assist teachers understanding of
this era.
“Keeping it All in the Family”, Promoting
genealogical resources in archival collections. Teaching research techniques,
online databases, and much more.
“Show me the Money! How to Secure Grant Money for History
Projects"
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)