Julie's Genealogy & History Hub

Weekly column sharing genealogy-related things that I’ve found, such as new blogs, interesting posts/articles, useful websites and resources, and of course upcoming webinars.

I received the following press release from FGS this morning.  With the 2015 FGS Conference right around the corner, they are looking for people to help spread the word.  The FGS Ambassador program was started in 2013 for the conference in Ft. Wayne.  Bloggers, social […]

The Connecticut Society of Genealogists is now accepting entries for both the Literary Awards and Essay Contest.  Submission deadline for both is February 16, 2015.  Winners for both will be notified by April 1, 2015.  Details for each are below.

Weekly column sharing genealogy-related things that I’ve found, such as new blogs, interesting posts/articles, useful websites and resources, and of course upcoming webinars.

Title:  The Family Tree German Genealogy Guide Author:  James M. Beidler Format:  Paperback, Kindle, Nook Published:  2014 Synopsis:  (from book cover) Follow your family tree back to its roots in Bavaria, Baden, Prussia, Hesse, Saxony, Wurttemburg and beyond. This in-depth genealogy guide will walk you […]

This morning I received the following press release, announcing the formation of Virtual Institute of Genealogical Research (VIGR).  I think it’s a really interesting concept, with some great benefits.  First, you don’t have to travel—all the courses are offered online.  Second, for a reasonable price, […]

The International Society of Family History Writers and Editors is proud to announce the winners of the 2014 Excellence-in-Writing Competition.  The winners are:

Weekly column sharing genealogy-related things that I’ve found, such as new blogs, interesting posts/articles, useful websites and resources, and of course upcoming webinars.