BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Virginia Genealogical Society - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Virginia Genealogical Society X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.vgs.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Virginia Genealogical Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230310T110000 DTSTAMP:20260424T122014 CREATED:20230209T154447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T142745Z UID:2467-1678442400-1678446000@www.vgs.org SUMMARY:Virtual Genealogy Workshop | Tips & Tricks for Navigating the Library of Virginia's Website [10 Mar 2023] DESCRIPTION:The Library of Virginia’s website is a powerful tool for anyone researching their Virginia roots. In this presentation\, reference librarian Becky Schneider will walk through strategies for effectively searching and browsing the Library’s digital collections and online catalog\, as well as options for help if you hit a brick wall. Contact Ashley Ramey Craig at as**********@**********ia.gov or 804.692.3001 for more information. \n\n\n\nThis is a free online event. Registration is required. URL:https://www.vgs.org/event/virtual-genealogy-workshop-tips-tricks-for-navigating-the-library-of-virginias-website/ CATEGORIES:Non-VGS Events ORGANIZER;CN="Library of Virginia":MAILTO:ashley.ramey@lva.virginia.gov END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T190000 DTSTAMP:20260424T122014 CREATED:20230308T142713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T143432Z UID:2592-1678383000-1678388400@www.vgs.org SUMMARY:Virginia Beach Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting [9 Mar 2023] DESCRIPTION:”Colonial American Migration Routes and Modes of Travel” with Annette Burke Lyttle\, 9 March 2023\, 5:30 p.m. at the VA Beach Central Library and via Zoom. To attend via Zoom\, send an email to me******@****va.net. URL:https://www.vgs.org/event/virginia-beach-genealogical-society-monthly-meeting/ LOCATION:Virgnia Beach Central Library\, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd\, Virginia Beach\, Virginia\, 23452\, United States CATEGORIES:Non-VGS Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230304T120000 DTSTAMP:20260424T122014 CREATED:20230207T132430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T155410Z UID:2423-1677924000-1677931200@www.vgs.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Genealogical Research with the Augusta County Genealogical Society - Two Sessions [4 & 11 Mar 2023] DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, March 4 & 11 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.\, ACGS will introduce the at-home family historian to the world of genealogical research.  \n\n\n\nThe class objectives are:• To provide an overview in how to trace your family• To provide information on types of tools\, records\, and resources available to the family historian \n\n\n\nWe will cover:• Vital Records• Recording Your Family Information• Research using Censuses – Federal & State• Using the Internet for Genealogy ResearchThe Augusta County Genealogical Society (ACGS)\, located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley of Virginia\, was established in 1996. Their mission is threefold: help preserve genealogical records and public access to them; furnish aid and education in genealogical research methods; and foster and encourage interest in genealogical research. \n\n\n\nEvents sponsored by the Staunton Public Library are open to all and offered at no charge. The Library welcomes people of all abilities. Please alert us at least five business days in advance if there is a need for accommodation. For information or assistance\, please call 540-332-3902 or email us at li*****@************va.us. For cancellation announcements\, check our social media the day of the program or give us a call. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n More Information URL:https://www.vgs.org/event/introduction-to-genealogical-research-with-the-augusta-county-genealogical-society-two-sessions/ LOCATION:Staunton Public Library\, 1 Churchville Ave\, Staunton\, Virginia\, United States CATEGORIES:Non-VGS Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vgs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Beginners-Workshop-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T140000 DTSTAMP:20260424T122014 CREATED:20230202T162525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T155448Z UID:2308-1676109600-1676124000@www.vgs.org SUMMARY:Black History Month 2023 Genealogy Conference: No Longer Forgotten [11 Feb 2023] DESCRIPTION:A free virtual conference sponsored by the African American Special Interest Group\, Washington DC Family History Center\, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints\, and Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society\, Inc.\, State of Maryland and Washington\, DC Chapters. \n\n\n\nDr. Shelley Viola Murphy will deliver the keynote address\, “Descendants of Enslaved Communities of UVA.” An avid genealogist for over 30 years\, Dr. Murphy\, aka “familytreegirl\,” was born and raised in Michigan\, now living in central Virginia. She conducts genealogy workshops at local\, state\, and national conferences\, and is known for her inspiring & interactive “SO WHAT” with genealogical research\, along with interesting problem-solving methodology lectures such as the use of timelines. Dr. Murphy’s personal research focuses on Michigan\, Indiana\, Ohio\, Virginia/West Virginia\, South Carolina\, and Tennessee. \n\n\n\nOther speakers include Chiquita Clark Sorrels\, Andrew J. Hochreiter\, Carol Kostakos Petranek\, Dr. Ida Jones\, Tamela Tenpenny-Lewis\, and Will Schwartz. \n\n\n\n \n \n Schedule and Registration Information URL:https://www.vgs.org/event/black-history-month-2023-genealogy-conference-no-longer-forgotten/ CATEGORIES:Non-VGS Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230209T210000 DTSTAMP:20260424T122014 CREATED:20230131T213808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T155530Z UID:2171-1675972800-1675976400@www.vgs.org SUMMARY:NGS 2023 Family History Conference Q&A [9 Feb 2023] DESCRIPTION:The National Genealogical Society (NGS) 2023 Family History Conference will be held in Richmond\, Virginia\, from 31 May through 3 June. The conference is designed for family history researchers at all levels ─ beginner\, intermediate\, and advanced ─ the conference lectures feature: \n\n\n\n\nrecords and repositories in Virginia and neighboring states;\n\n\n\nresources and techniques for researching African American\, Indigenous Peoples\, Jewish\, and other ethnic groups;\n\n\n\nlocal and federal government records including military\, tax\, and land records;\n\n\n\nthe use of DNA to help determine relationships;\n\n\n\nmethods to analyze and evaluate evidence and much more.\n\n\n\n\nIf you have questions about the conference\, join NGS on 9 February for a Q&A Event about #NGS2023GEN. Learn more about the program\, special activities\, and research opportunities by attending this Zoom. Get your questions answered—sign up today! \n\n\n\nRegister at: bit.ly/2023FHCQandA URL:https://www.vgs.org/event/ngs-2023-family-history-conference-qa/ CATEGORIES:Non-VGS Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vgs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Early-Bird-Facebook.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T200000 DTSTAMP:20260424T122014 CREATED:20230105T191652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230209T155630Z UID:1843-1675882800-1675886400@www.vgs.org SUMMARY:Establishing the True Identities of "Felix Richards Slaves" – with Amy Bertsch [9 Feb 2023] DESCRIPTION:This lecture will examine a chancery suit\, federal compensation claim\, and other records that resulted in the identification of enslaved African Americans in a rare photograph. Discover tips and resources from this case study to advance your family history research. \n\n\n\nAmy Bertsch is a historian and genealogist specializing in African American and Virginia history. Amy has taught historical archaeology in the Public History and Historic Preservation certificate program at Northern Virginia Community College\, and she previously worked in public history at the Office of Historic Alexandria which operates the City of Alexandria’s museums\, historic sites\, archives and archaeology program. She has an M.A. in history from Sam Houston State University and her published work includes the “Lost Potters of Loudoun County\, Virginia: The Gardner-Duncan Family” in the Journal of Early Southern Decorative Arts. \n\n\n\nVGS live webinars are open to all. However\, the handout and recording for each webinar are VGS member benefits. Webinars are held the second Wednesday of February\, April\, June\, August\, and December at 7 p.m. EST. \n\n\n\nRegister for the Webinar URL:https://www.vgs.org/event/1843/ CATEGORIES:VGS Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vgs.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/FamilyAtVolusiaCourtesyNMAAHC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T200000 DTSTAMP:20260424T122014 CREATED:20220721T172045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T184809Z UID:850-1671044400-1671048000@www.vgs.org SUMMARY:Webinar with Vic Dunn DESCRIPTION:“Deeds\, Surveys\, Land Books\, and Other Records” – Vic Dunn\, CG\n\n\n\nRegister for the webinar \n\n\n\nJoin us on 14 December 2022 at 7:00 PM Eastern Time when Victor S. Dunn presents “Deeds\, Surveys\, Land Books\, and Other Records.” Research in land records is essential in solving Virginia genealogical research problems. Explore the records that are available including little known sources that may provide the key to solving your problem. \n\n\n\nVictor S. “Vic” Dunn\, CG\, is a full-time professional researcher who specializes in Virginia research\, with an emphasis on brick-wall problem resolution and lineage society applications. He serves as the coordinator of the Virginia research track for the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research. A lecturer at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy and other national platforms\, he is a frequent contributor to major genealogical publications including feature articles in the National Genealogical Society Quarterly\, The Genealogist\, BCG OnBoard\, and Magazine of Virginia Genealogy. In 2014 he received the Mosher Award for Colonial Virginia Research and was named as the official genealogist of the Order of First Families of Virginia. He is a member of the Jamestowne Society and the General Society of Mayflower Descendants. He is a past trustee of the Board for Certification of Genealogists\, past treasurer of the National Genealogical Society and past governor of the Virginia Genealogical Society. URL:https://www.vgs.org/event/webinar-with-vic-dunn/ CATEGORIES:VGS Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vgs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Dunn_Vic-resized.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220810T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220810T200000 DTSTAMP:20260424T122014 CREATED:20220721T171523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220722T154407Z UID:848-1660158000-1660161600@www.vgs.org SUMMARY:Webinar with Roccie Hill DESCRIPTION:“Native American Databases and Other Resources: The Secret Keys to Your Families” – Roccie None Hill\, MA\n\n\n\nLecture Description: Finding information about Native American ancestors has long been a complex endeavor for many reasons: the lack of written records by native authors\, cultural differences in naming traditions\, language barriers\, errors in non-native records\, and forced transport of indigenous peoples\, individually or in groups\, to distant parts of the country. Understanding the historical context of bands and tribes is crucial to locating and analyzing written documentation\, as is knowing where to look. We will discuss these contexts through treaties and other political or military actions\, as well as identify online and physical repositories where both federally created and indigenous generated records are kept. We will review the efficacy of DNA to identify indigenous ancestry. Finally\, we will review federal and state recognized tribes and sample paths to enrollment\, since that is the Number 1 topic today in Native American genealogy. \n\n\n\nRoccie None Hill\, MA\, Co-Owner of Past & Present Pathways\, www.pastpresentpathways.com\, has been doing genealogy research since 1990\, and professionally since 2009. She specializes in Native American research\, as well as Southwestern US genealogy including tribal and borderlands. \n\n\n\nShe is fluent in French\, has worked extensively with French Canadian records\, and has a working knowledge of Spanish. She has a BA from UCLA in Philosophy/History\, and an MA from San Francisco State University in English/History. \n\n\n\nShe has written various articles for www.genealogists.com and for the Tennessee Genealogical Society\, has lectured on military records and land records across the US\, and has published two novels\, Three Minutes on Love\, 2008 and Window of Exposure\, 2015 (The Permanent Press)\, as well as the play\, Our Scars\, in 2017\, which was produced in Portland\, Oregon\, at the Fertile Grounds festival. \n\n\n\nRoccie is a member of the DAR (past 2nd & 1st Regent at the Cahuilla Chapter)\, the National Society Colonial Dames of the XVII Century\, APG Second Life (Vice President)\, Tennessee Genealogical Society (former Associate Editor of Ansearchin’ quarterly)\, Genealogical Society of Hispanic America (past Chair\, Marketing Committee)\, National Genealogical Society\, Virginia Genealogical Society\, NEHGS/American Ancestors\, Melungeon Heritage Association\, Palm Springs Genealogical Society\, and the New Mexico Genealogical Society. \n\n\n\nShe is a former cataloguing volunteer at the Research Library of the Smithsonian Affiliate\, the Museum of the West in Scottsdale. She is currently a paleography volunteer for the Mellon Foundation-funded project\, Native Bound Unbound\, Archive of Indigenous Americans Enslaved. \n\n\n\nShe is also an experienced nonprofit grant writer. \n\n\n\nRegistration URL:https://www.vgs.org/event/webinar-with-roccie-hill/ CATEGORIES:VGS Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.vgs.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Hill_Roccie-resized.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR