News Archive
BGS archive of all News (Blog) items…
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Genealogical Research Using AI – Are we Ready?
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Are you ready to take your genealogical research to the next level with the help of artificial intelligence? AI-powered tools are transforming the way we uncover our family histories, making it easier and faster than ever before. But are we really ready for this revolution? Let’s find out. Read More…
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Social Media Volunteer(s) Needed!
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Social Media Volunteer for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. Do have have experience with Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest, etc.? We are looking for individuals to join our Social Media Committee. Your primary responsibilities will include working with our Publicity Chair and Web Content Editor to create social media posts and implement a broader marketing strategy to… Read More…
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Blog Your Genealogical Adventures
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Wanted! Bloggers for our Society’s Website No one can tell the story your own genealogical quest better than you. Blog about your journey, and others may learn new research techniques from your story. You can also blog about genealogy resources, tools, hints and tips that are of general use and interest to other genealogist. You… Read More…
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Famous Family History Quotes
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“Why waste your money looking up your family tree? Just go into politics and your opponents will do it for you.” — Mark Twain Read More…
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Join NGS Q&A Discussion on the 2023 Family History Conference
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Announcement from National Genealogical Society (NGS): Join NGS on Zoom… For a Q&A Discussion about the 2023 Family History Conference Join Jan Alpert, Matt Menashes, and NGS members this evening, 9 February 2023, at 8:00 p.m. (ET) on a Zoom event. Learn about the NGS 2023 Family History Conference—its program, special activities, pre-conference events, and… Read More…
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Why the USCIS Fee Increases Matter
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Announcement from National Genealogical Society (NGS)… Join NGS for MemberConnects! Why the USCIS Fee Increases Matter Join NGS for our next MemberConnects! event with Rich Venezia, Marian Smith, and Renée Carl speaking about the proposed fee increases from US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). USCIS is the successor agency to the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS)… Read More…
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Black History Month
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Announcement from National Genealogical Society (NGS) Celebrate Black History Month and Explore Resources and Events Join the National Genealogical Society (NGS) in honoring Black History Month. The video resources and events listed below may be of interest and helpful to those researching Black ancestry: No Longer Forgotten is a free, virtual conference that will be… Read More…
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RootsTech 2023!
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Don’t miss the greatest family history this year – RootsTech 2023! Two years later, RootsTech is back in person (and also online). There’s something for everybody, whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out. When: March 2-4, 2023 Where: The Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, UT– OR –Online, from the comfort… Read More…
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First Families of Colorado Recognition Program
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First Families of Colorado Program The Colorado Council of Genealogy Societies introduced First Families of Colorado Recognition Program in 1983. There are three categories of certificates: The certificates issued by the Council show the ancestor’s name and the name of the applicant. The certificates are numbered and are suitable for framing. Certificate applicant need not… Read More…
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Documenting Family History in the Digital Age
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Email Notice from The National Genealogical Society… Documenting Family History in the Digital Age You are invite to attend Documenting Family History in the Digital Age, a Finding Your Roots presentation this Wednesday, 18 January 2023, at 8 p.m. (ET). Four panelists will lead the discussion including Taneya Koonce, current treasurer for the Afro-American Historical… Read More…