Family History Day 2012
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Saturday, October 13, 2012
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Saturday, October 13, 2012
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Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
FAMILY HISTORY DAY 2010, Epilogue
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| "Aerial" View |
The speakers and exhibitors were informative on a host of topices. Class time flew by and we wanted more!
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| Period Attire Galore |
The day was even more festive with so many people wearing period clothing...and the variety of the attire was fantastic They really set the scene for the bygone days of our ancestors.
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| Dancing |
Each tour of the Archives was at capacity. Archivists gave a rare behind-the-scenes look at document storage at the State Archives.
The historic ballroom dance troupe and music ensemble at lunchtime were amazing - if the Blogger didn't have two left feet, she would have kicked up her heels too! Did you join in?
Thursday, October 7, 2010
BATHING BEAUTY AT FAMILY HISTORY DAY
Makes Splash Without Water
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| Sunbathing in the 1890s |
Women's beachwear has come a long way, baby. Needless to say, Katherine Weedman-Cox of Cox Black and White Lab, Inc. (see exhibitor profile) would probably not wear any of the bathing suits of today at Family History Day at the California State Archives.
Katherine, pictured left, will be wearing this 1890s era swimsuit with black tights and black shoes at Family History Day. The costume was handmade by Arlene Wright at Capital Costumes. Katherine says it's very comfortable.
Be sure to stop by the Cox Black and White Lab, Inc. exhibit and ask Katherine to describe her beach attire.
The Blogger couldn't wait and searched Google Books for 19th Century bathing suits. Among the several results -- an 1899 periodical, The Puritan (see endnote), with a story titled "The Well-Dressed Woman", sub-part "The Bathing Suit". Fascinating social history! The unidentified author provided commentary about modesty and guidelines for fabric choice (mohair, alpaca, flannel); blouse, skirt and sleeve style; and considerations for wearing the bathing "constume" while "dabbling in the edge of the surf or for long-distance swims". An aside -- while still on the digitized book screen, enter 730 in the page number box, press Enter and look for a family history ad!
Source: The Puritan, Volume VI. June to September 1899. New York Frank A. Munsey, Publisher. 111 Fifth Avenue. 1899. Digitized by Google Books, Original from University of Michigan. Article: The Well-Dressed Woman – The Bathing Suit”, page 289-297.
CLASS SCHEDULE FOR FAMILY HISTORY DAY
The State Archives has posted the
for Family History Day.
Make your selections to plan your day.
Be sure to allow time to visit with the exhibitors and browse in the Root Cellar - Sacramento Genealogical Library also!
Saturday, October 2, 2010
UPDATED - SACRAMENTO REGIONAL FAMILY HISTORY CENTER
The wonderful world of genealogy is waiting for you at the Sacramento Regional Family History Center. The Center contains over 20,000 books. The collection is composed of family histories, dictionaries, how-to-do-books, major American and foreign reference materials, U.S. federal census indexes, local histories, printed parish and town records, and other typical archival records. The Center has free online access to Ancestry.com, Family Link, Footnote, Genline, Godfrey Library, Heritage Quest and World Vital Records. Machines are available for use to read the mircrofilm you found on the shelf or ordered from the Family History Library.
Volunteer staff are ready to help direct you to the extensive resources held there. In addition to the library's collections, free genealogical classes and research assistance is available to the public. You can register for the claases at the Center or call 487-2090. Here is a summary:
- Family history research classes are conducted on Wednesday evenings 7:00pm-8:00pm.
- Family research classes are also conducted on Wednesday afternoons 2:00pm-4:00pm.
- The Center conducts a “Writers Workshop” at 5:00 pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
- The Sacramento German Genealogical Society provides research assistance with tracing German ancestors every Thursday from 1:00pm-5:00pm in the Center.
- Online Research Classes: The Family History Library in Salt Lake City, Utah has classes available online. These classes contain videos, lessons and class outlines in PDF format. Learn the basic methods and key resources to start your family history.
SAVE THE DATE!
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Sacramento Regional Family History Seminar
Family: Eternal Keepsakes
Family: Eternal Keepsakes
8:30 am-4:00
Updated: Check our website for the flyer
Stop by our exhibit at Family History Day and let us tell you more about the genealogical resources available at the Sacramento Regional Family History Center and the upcoming seminar.
Sacramento Regional Family History Center
2745 Eastern Avenue
Sacramento, CA
Phone: (916) 487-2090
Hours:
Tuesday - - - -10am-9:30pm
Wednesday - -10am-4:30pm
Thursday- - - -10am-9:30pm
Friday - - - - -10am-7:00pm
YOLO COUNTY ARCHIVES, Exhibitor at Family History Day
It is a pleasure to introduce the Yolo County Archives as an exhibitor at Family History Day at the California State Archives.
The Yolo County Archives is the repository for government and private records that document the Yolo County’s history from its creation in 1850 to the present. Included in the collection are the official records of the Board of Supervisors, court cases, probates, property assessments and deeds, voter registration, reclamation districts, and schools, as well as over 1,000 maps and blueprints. Private records include photographs, church, cemetery and organization records, newspapers, oral histories and corporate records.
Yolo County is very fortunate in that many of its early records have been preserved. In addition, the county has made a commitment to continue the collection of historical records within the Archives. This offers the researcher access to one of the most complete collections of county records in California.
Many records in our collection will aid your genealogy research. Examples include:
Please stop by our exhibit at Family History day and let us help you find your Yolo County roots!
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| Old Hall of Records, Woodland, California |
The Yolo County Archives is the repository for government and private records that document the Yolo County’s history from its creation in 1850 to the present. Included in the collection are the official records of the Board of Supervisors, court cases, probates, property assessments and deeds, voter registration, reclamation districts, and schools, as well as over 1,000 maps and blueprints. Private records include photographs, church, cemetery and organization records, newspapers, oral histories and corporate records.
Yolo County is very fortunate in that many of its early records have been preserved. In addition, the county has made a commitment to continue the collection of historical records within the Archives. This offers the researcher access to one of the most complete collections of county records in California.
Many records in our collection will aid your genealogy research. Examples include:
- Over 30,000 obituaries filed in alphabetical order
- Naturalizations
- Alphabetical index to Yolo County census records
- Church and cemetery records
- Probate and court records (with indexes)
- WWI scrapbooks
Please stop by our exhibit at Family History day and let us help you find your Yolo County roots!
Sunday, September 26, 2010
PRISCILLA ALDEN CHAPTER, NATIONAL SOCIETY OF COLONIAL DAMES XVII CENTURY, Exhibitor at Family History Day
The Priscilla Alden Chapter of the Colonial Dames XVII Century was organized in Sacramento in October 1964 and chartered in 1965. The organization is comprised of 11,500 members nationwide who share a common interest in American history, love of and respect for our nation, and a desire to work together in harmonious fellowship to achieve the important goals of the Society.
The Object of the National Society is to:
- Aid in the preservation of the records and of the historic sites of our count
- Foster interest in historical colonial research
- Aid in the education of the youth of our country
- Commemorate the noble and heroic deeds of our ancestors, and to maintain zealously those high principles of virtue, courage and patriotism which led to the independence of the Colonies and the foundation and establishment of the United States of America
- Maintain a Library of Heraldry and preserve the lineage and Coats of Arms of our Armorial ancestors
- Develop a library specializing in seventeenth century American colonial data
- Identify and mark historic sites (especially those with Colonial period import)
- Acquire books, microfiche readers and funds for our library
- Document our ancestors and the roles they played in the development of our great Nation
- Maintain a museum in our National Headquarters building
- Maintain the grave site of Pocahontas "Lady Rebecca Rolfe" in Gravesend, England and have a scholarship in her honor for those of Native American descent interested in pursuing the medical professions
- Volunteer hours at VA Hospitals and provide clothing and household goods to assist our veterans and help them rebuild civilian lives
Any woman of good moral character, eighteen years of age or over, is eligible for membership, provided she has been invited by the Society and is the lineal descendant of an ancestor who lived and served prior to 1701 in one of the Original Colonies in the geographical area of the present United States of America. Membership is in the National Society but members join through Chapters.
We are happy to be part of Family History Day. Please stop by our exhibit and tell us about your colonial roots. We can share more information about our Chapter’s activities and membership.
OPEN HOUSE AT THE CALIFORNIA STATE ARCHIVES
Help kick–off California Archives Month
Saturday, October 2, 2010, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
California State Archives
1020 O Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
Information: (916) 653–7715
Join us on October 2, 2010 for a chance to explore the California State Archives and learn about our extensive collection of documents and artifacts that allow us to understand the history of California. A diverse group of local archival organizations and repositories will host display tables that highlight prominent artifacts, photographs, and documents from their collections. This annual event is a great opportunity for the public to learn about archives, the preservation of historical records, and to celebrate Archives Month in California.
Event Activities
•Talk to archivists from various local repositories and see displays of rarely–seen documents and artifacts.
•View a recently installed exhibit.
•Take a tour of the State Archives.
Visitors can take Light Rail to the Archives Plaza stop. Or if you drive, park free in the parking lot located across the street from the Archives entrance. Parking is available on a first come first served basis.
Visit California State Archives for more information about the Open House and other activities planned for California Archives Month.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
PERIOD ATTIRE AT FAMILY HISTORY DAY
Several people will be wearing their period garb at Family History Day. Below are just a couple beautiful examples of what you will see throughout the day. Say hello when you see them and learn about the clothing our ancestors wore in that era.
Suzanne Latimer (left) is gorgeous in her 1906 period dress, parasol and hat - all of which she made. (The transitional lenses are a more recent vintage.) She wore the dress at the California Admission Day celebration at the State Capitol. Suzanne is a docent at the California State Capitol, and a member of Root Cellar - Sacramento Genealogical Society and the Family History Day Publicity Committee.
Dian Price (left) is stunning in her 1896 tea gown. Dian is a long-time fan of period clothing and sews her own to wear at special events. She is a member of Root Cellar-Sacramento Genealogical Society and the Daughters of Utah Pioneers, and the Chairperson for the Family History Day Period Costume Wearers Committee.
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| Suzanne Latimer in her 1906-era dress |
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| Dian Price in her 1896 tea gown. |
LIBRARY DISPLAYS FEATURE FAMILY HISTORY DAY
Family History Month and Family History Day at the California State Archives is being celebrated at two Sacramento Public Library branch locations during September.
Patrons at these libraries can get a feel of the personal journey that family history research truly is. The display cases are adorned with the various types of records and memorabilia that depict the social and cultural history of one's ancestors. "Tools of the trade" are also shown, such as reference books for locating record sources and actual family trees labeled with "found" ancestors, family groups sheets and pedigree charts. Please stop by and take a look at these libraries:
Arden-Dimick Public Library Sylvan Oaks Library
891Watt Avenue at Northrop 6700 Auburn Blvd/VanMaren
Sacramento Citrus Heights
Patrons at these libraries can get a feel of the personal journey that family history research truly is. The display cases are adorned with the various types of records and memorabilia that depict the social and cultural history of one's ancestors. "Tools of the trade" are also shown, such as reference books for locating record sources and actual family trees labeled with "found" ancestors, family groups sheets and pedigree charts. Please stop by and take a look at these libraries:
Arden-Dimick Public Library Sylvan Oaks Library
891Watt Avenue at Northrop 6700 Auburn Blvd/VanMaren
Sacramento Citrus Heights
Info: 264-2700
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| Tools of the Genealogy Trade Arden-Dimick Library |
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| Thank you to the display team: (l-r) Diane Maltase, Rosalie Gladden, Sylvia Walsh and Suzanne Latimer, members of Root Cellar-Sacramento Genealogical Society |
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| Finding and enjoying our social and cultural history through our ancestors Sylvan Oaks Library |
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| Mapping your ancestors in the family tree Arden-Dimick Library |
Monday, September 20, 2010
FAQs ABOUT FAMILY HISTORY DAY
Frequently Asked Questions
About Family History Day 2010
at the California State Archives
1. When and where is this event, and what time will it start?
- Family History Day is on Saturday, October 9, 2010 at the California State Archives, 1020 “O” Street, 4th floor (corner of 10th and “O”, Streets), Sacramento, CA. Event hours are 8:30a.m. to 4:00p.m.
- Yes. Limited free parking is available in the lot across (north of) from the State Archives building. Enter from 10th Street via the alley. The lot opens at 7a.m and closes for entry at 5p.m.
- Limited 10-hour metered street parking (quarters only, no credit cards) is located around Roosevelt Park one block west of the State Archives building. The park is located at 1602 9th Street (between 9th and 10th and P and Q Streets).
- Parking garages located on 10th Street (between O and P Streets) and on 11th Street (between O and P Streets) are closed on Saturdays.
- Attendees are encouraged to use Light Rail, exit at Archives Plaza, or to carpool.
- Yes. La Bou Bakery and Café is located at 1100 “O” Street (corner 11th and “O” Streets), one block east of the State Archives building. The Café will be open from 8:00a.m. - 2:00p.m. serving reasonably-priced bakery items, sandwiches, soups, salads, coffee, and other beverages. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. This will be the 4th year that La Bou Bakery and Café has agreed to be open for Family History Day as it is typically closed on week-ends. The sponsors of Family History Day greatly appreciate this “partnership” and encourage attendees to patronize the Café.
- Attendees may inquire at the Reception Desk for other places to eat in the area.
- Attendees who bring their lunch can eat it in Archives building lobby or Secretary of State Courtyard.
- No food/beverage will be allowed on 3rd and 4th floors of States Archives or in the California Museum (exhibit area). Food and beverage is permitted in Archives building lobby and Secretary of State Courtyard.
- Lockers are available on a first-come first-serve basis on the 4th floor of the State Archives. A key can be obtained at the 4th floor Reception Desk.
- A sign-up list will be created for attendees who want to take the mini-tour available throughout the day. Please sign-up at the 4th floor reception desk.
- Yes. The map of the United States of America and the world will be hanging next to the lockers behind the 4th floor reception desk. Ask at the reception desk for the color-coded stickers attendees can use to show their birth place, their parent’s birthplace and their grandparent’s birthplace.
- Yes. They will be open from 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. Check at the 4th floor reception desk for more information.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
SPEAKER AND CLASS LIST AT FAMILY HISTORY DAY 2010
The California State Archives, Root Cellar - Sacramento Genealogical Society and the Genealogical and Historical Council of Sacramento Valley extend a warm welcome to you at Family History Day 2010. The archivists and members of these organizations are long-time and enthusiastic supporters of this event.
After nearly a year of planning, be prepared to be immersed in family history the moment you enter the California State Archives building. Docents in period clothing will greet you and from 11:30am to 12:45pm (New Time) you can kick up your heels with a 19th century waltz or Virginia Reel in the “ballroom”, nowadays called the lobby. Awaiting you on the 4th floor will be over 20 genealogical classes and several tours and as many exhibitors ready with informative materials. So, enjoy a day of learning and most of all, have fun!
The Speaker and Class List for Family History Day is now available. The list can also be found on the right side of this screen under Important Links. The class schedule and room assignments will be posted on the blog soon.
After nearly a year of planning, be prepared to be immersed in family history the moment you enter the California State Archives building. Docents in period clothing will greet you and from 11:30am to 12:45pm (New Time) you can kick up your heels with a 19th century waltz or Virginia Reel in the “ballroom”, nowadays called the lobby. Awaiting you on the 4th floor will be over 20 genealogical classes and several tours and as many exhibitors ready with informative materials. So, enjoy a day of learning and most of all, have fun!
The Speaker and Class List for Family History Day is now available. The list can also be found on the right side of this screen under Important Links. The class schedule and room assignments will be posted on the blog soon.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
SOUND OFF! RESULTS ARE IN
The first responses are in for
Sound Off!
Sound Off!
"What Family History Day means to me"
- FHD is a wonderful opportunity to touch our past, our history. I'm looking forward to hearing the speakers and finding out what resources are available. Genealogy is a fun way to learn not only where I came from, but also to find ways to locate lost relatives. --Mort Rumberg
- The Family History Day is always very informative and enjoyable. Our GAS Association will be represented and we hope to meet some new GAS members while we are there. Come say hello and meet your friendly, cheerful Genealogical Association of Sacramento members. Join us please. --Melanie Howard
- Family History Day means a day of camaraderie and learning with so many other people who are also interested in family history, genealogy, archives, libraries, and related issues. –Lois
- Family History Day means new energy, new excitement, new hopes ….. a shared love of genealogy, of family history and the renewed search for ancestors and descendants. Being with other people that understand and get it when you talk about your brickwall, your lost ancestor, the courthouse burned down …… their eyes do not glaze over but instead they are sympathetic and offer suggestions of what to do now. I LOVE IT. --Sandi Benward
- My first Family History Day was 3 years ago and I have returned every year since. I learn so much from the speakers and exhibitors. The opportunity to talk to other people researching in the same area as I am is always invaluable. Everyone is so willing to share resources and research tips. My family research always gets further ahead with every year I attend. Thank you to the organizers! --Harry
- I will be attending Family History Day for the first time this year. Since I just recently started researching my grandparents’ history, I want to attend the classes for beginners. I am also interested in touring the archives. –Jake
KAY ALLEN, Speaker at Family History Day
Kay Allen is an Accredited Genealogist (accredited in the Middle Atlantic States) and has been immersed in genealogy for over 40 years since joining the Church of Jesus Christ, Latter-day Saints. She has been a Family History Consultant, a Sunday School Family History Instructor and a Ward Examiner (a person designated to check a group sheet being submitted to ensure that all was in order; this position no longer exists). As such, not only has she learned the sources for her own on-going genealogical research, but those for areas not even close to where she is searching.
Although not yet accredited specifically in New England or the British Isles, Kay has done extensive research on her ancestors from these areas. In England, she has visited the Society of Genealogists and the National Archives in Kew Gardens. Kay has also been privileged to visit the National Archives, the National Library and the Registry of Deeds in Dublin and the Public Record Office of Northern Ireland in Belfast.
Kay Allen will be presenting Hatch, Match, and Dispatch: the Essentials of English Genealogy. Learn about the B, M and D, and the records generated thereby.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
UNITED DAUGHTERS OF THE CONFEDERACY - FORT SUMTER CHAPTER, Exhibitor at Family Day
The United Daughters of the Confederacy is the outgrowth of many local memorial, monument, and Confederate home associations and auxiliaries to camps of United Confederate Veterans that were organized after the War Between the States. It is the oldest patriotic organization in our country because of its connection with two statewide organizations that came into existence as early as 1890 -- the Daughters of the Confederacy in Missouri and the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Confederate Soldiers Home in Tennessee.
The National Association of the Daughters of the Confederacy was organized in Nashville, TN in 1894. In 1895, the organization changed its name to the United Daughters of the Confederacy. The United Daughters of the Confederacy was incorporated under the laws of the District of Columbia in 1919.
Membership is open to women no less than 16 years of age who are blood descendants, lineal or collateral, of men and women who served honorably in the Army, Navy or Civil Service of the Confederate States of America, or gave Material Aid to the Cause.
The objectives of the organization are Historical, Educational, Benevolent, Memorial and Patriotic to:
- Collect and preserve the material necessary for a truthful history of the War Between the States and to protect, preserve, and mark the places made historic by Confederate valor
- Assist descendants of worthy Confederates in securing a proper education
- Fulfill the sacred duty of benevolence toward the survivor of the War and those dependent upon them
- Honor the memory of those who served and those who fell in the service of the Confederate States of America
- Record the part played during the War by Southern women, including their patient endurance of hardship, their patriotic devotion during the struggle, and their untiring efforts during the post-War reconstruction of the South
- Cherish the ties of friendship among the members of the Organization
The United Daughters of the Confederacy collects and preserves rare books, documents, diaries, letters, personal records, and other papers of historical importance relating to the period 1861 to 1865. The Caroline Meriwether Goodlett Library is the repository for these items.
The Helen Walpole Brewer Library was established in 1996 through a generous bequest of the late Helen Walpole Brewer. It contains microfilm copies of the National Archives Compiled Confederate Service Records and a limited number of regimental histories, family histories, pension records, and cemetery records.
The libraries are open to United Daughters of the Confederacy members and non-members by appointment. Both libraries are located at the UDC Memorial Building, 328 North Boulevard, Richmond, Virginia 23220-4009, (804) 355-1636.
The Fort Sumter Chapter is excited to be part of Family History Day. We look forward to talking to you about our organization, membership and library.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
PLACER COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY, Exhibitor at Family History Day
The Placer County Genealogical Society was founded in 1980 to encourage an active interest in the study of genealogy and related interests by its members and the general public.
The Society's objectives are to:
- Instruct and educate members and the general public in the use of genealogical research techniques and procedures.
- Preserve public and private records, and to publish books, bulletins and newsletters relating to family history and genealogy.
- Assist in the enhancement of the Auburn-Placer County Library Genealogical Department.
- General membership meetings held on the fourth Thursday of each month, except December, at 7:00 p.m. (November meeting is rescheduled due to Thanksgiving). Meetings are held at the Auburn-Placer County Library Beecher Room, 350 Nevada Street in Auburn. Doors are open early for individual help and research. The meetings feature informative and educational programs on various topics of interest to genealogists.
- Study group sessions held at 10:00 a.m. on the second Monday of each month except July, August and December. These sessions are designed to provide individualized help for researchers at all experience levels, particularly beginners,
- Family Tree Maker User Group meetings held on the second Thursday of each month, 10:00 AM to 12:00pm at the LDS Stake Building, 1255 Bell Road, Auburn.
- "Tracing Your Family Tree . . . How To Begin", a free, public seminar held in the spring of each year.
- Library in the Genealogy Section of the Auburn-Placer County Library.
- Placer Trails, the Society's monthly newsletter
- Research Services and indexing and extraction projects of Placer County records.
- Publications include Tracing Your Family Tree... How to Begin (fee).
Placer County Genealogical Society
Post Office Box 7385
Auburn, California 95604
DAR - GOLD TRAIL CHAPTER and GENERAL JOHN A. SUTTER CHAPTER, Exhibitors at Family History Day
The Gold Trail and General John A. Sutter are chapters of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, founded in 1890 and headquartered in Washington, D.C. The DAR is a non-profit, non-political volunteer women's service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America's future through better education for children.
DAR members volunteer more than 60,000 hours annually to veteran patients, award over $150,000 in scholarships and financial aid each year to students, and support schools for the underprivileged with annual donations exceeding one million dollars.
As one of the most inclusive genealogical societies in the country, DAR boasts 170,000 members in 3,000 chapters across the United States and internationally. Encompassing an entire downtown city block, DAR National Headquarters houses one of the nation's premier genealogical libraries, Washington's largest concert hall, and an extensive collection of early American manuscripts and imprints.
Any woman 18 years or older-regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background-who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution, is eligible for membership.
Nine chapters are in our District:
Gold Trail in Roseville
General John A. Sutter in Sacramento
Capt. John Oldham in Grass Valley
Chief Solano Chapter in Vacaville
El Dorado Chapter in Placerville
El Toyon Chapter in Stockton
Emigrant Trail Chapter in Auburn
Sacramento Chapter in Sacramento
Sierra Amador Chapter in Jackson
Sierra Amador Chapter in Jackson
For information regarding the Gold Trail Chapter (Roseville, Rocklin, Lincoln, Granite Bay), contact Betty Wilson at bettywilson1@att.net. For information regarding the General John A. Sutter Chapter, contact Marge Borger at MBorger548@aol.com.
Information on how to contact the other chapters will be available at our adjacent exhibits at Family History Day. Please stop by so we can chat!
FAMILY HISTORY DAY AT THE EL DORADO COUNTY LIBRARY
During the month of August, Roots and Gold Dust Genealogical Society had a genealogy display set up at the El Dorado County Library in Placerville. Three display cases in the foyer of the library were decorated.
A big thank you to Judy Williams who arranged for, organized and helped create these displays and to Bonnie Holbrook, Carlyn White and Paul Hodel for all the work they put into preparing the displays. Judy Williams is also the Program Committee Chairperson for Family History Day at the California State Archives.
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| Family History Day at the California State Archives was promoted in the large display case. . |
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| This case displayed a person's life from his parent's marriage to his death. The display included various milestones in his life and the various items that documented each of these milestones |
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| This case displayed of all the various resources available in El Dorado County for genealogical research, including Roots and Gold Dust Genealogical Society and the El Dorado County Historical Museum. |
NEW TIME! SACRAMENTO BALLROOM SOCIETY, Member Performance at Family History Day
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| Dancers in Victorian attire demonstrate the polka at Gold Rush Days in Old Sacramento. |
When you picture a Victorian lady, you may see her sitting quietly on a couch doing embroidery. You may find it hard to imagine her moving at anything but a sedate walk in her huge skirts. However, in Victorian ballrooms quite the opposite was true. The dances of the nineteenth century were, in fact, much faster and more vigorous than most ballroom dances today!
The Sacramento Ballroom Society’s historical dance group dresses up in Victorian attire and brings to life the dances of the 1800s. The rotary waltz, similar to today’s Viennese Waltz, is a very fast dance with constant spinning and is done to tunes such as Strauss’s The Blue Danube. The polka is another fast spinning, skipping dance, which plays a memorable role in the musical The King and I. Our group also demonstrates set dances, such as the Virginia Reel and Sir Roger de Coverley. The latter is danced during the scene in A Christmas Carol in which Scrooge watches Fezziwig’s party.
Our group performs at various events in the Sacramento area, including the Gibson Ranch Civil War Re-enactment in May and Gold Rush Days in Old Sacramento over Labor Day weekend.
We will be offering historical dance classes on Fridays, 6:30-7:30, starting on September 10th. We also host a modern dance on the second and fourth Saturday evenings of every month. The location is Ultimate Dancesport, 9181c Kiefer Blvd., Sacramento.
We will be dancing from 11:30am - 12:45pm (New Time) during Family History Day in the lobby of the California State Archives. Live music will be provided by Claudia’s Kitchen, a folk music band which we love to dance to. Our group will be demonstrating various dances and also inviting any audience members involved in a few set dances. Come see how your ancestors may have danced and even give it a whirl yourself!
Sacramento Ballroom Society
Class Location:
Ultimate Dancesport
9181c Kiefer Blvd.
Sacramento, CA
Monday, September 13, 2010
JERRY UNRUH, Speaker at Family History Day
Jerry has been researching his genealogy for more than thirty years. Early on, he wrote his own genealogy program when the few programs available were unable to meet his needs. He eventually switched to Family Tree Maker to be able to more easily exchange data when other family members became infected with the genealogy bug.
Jerry has been a member of the Placer County Genealogical Society for more than twenty years and has held several positions within the society including six years as President. He currently maintains their website, serves as newsletter editor and has been supporting their Family Tree Maker User Group for the last several years.
Jerry will be presenting Internet Research, techniques for using the world wide web in your ancestral search.
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