Tag: Genealogy Club

Genealogy Notes

Dian Darr It has been a busy summer for Robson Ranch Genealogy. We have had informative programs, which have helped us on our quest to discover more about our ancestors. On Aug. 12 we watched some of the videos from the large RootsTech Conference, and at our meeting on Aug. 20 we learned more about…

Genealogy Notes

Dian Darr On July 16 at the regular meeting of the Robson Ranch Genealogy Club, members heard an interesting presentation by well-known genealogist Sandra Crowley. She gave us many ideas on how city directories provide valuable information on our ancestors, including the time and place where they lived. Using directories can give us information on…

Genealogy Notes

Dian Darr Come discover your family heritage and ancestry with us. It is so rewarding to explore and research your ancestors who have overcome such hardships to arrive in America and establish a new life. We meet on the first and third Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the CATC, Room 104. Help Sessions are held…

Genealogy Notes

As the Robson Ranch Genealogy Club continues its study and research of our military ancestors, we enjoyed several informative programs last month. On April 16 genealogist Patti Gillespie presented a program on “Sixteen Death Records That Will Bring Your Research to Life.” She explained the importance of beginning our research at the end of an…

Genealogy: DNA, Family Trees, Military Records, Brick Walls, Historical Documents, Heirloom Pictures

Dian Darr The Robson Ranch Genealogy Club will help you close the gap between the present and the past. Our goal is to facilitate family history research through our informative programs and one-on-one research assistance given by members who share their expertise during monthly Help Sessions. It is important not only to research our ancestors,…

Genealogy Club News

Chani Owen Summer keeps us all so busy so we will not have a help session in July. Our July presentation will be on the 18th at 7 p.m. at the Creative Arts & Technology Center (CATC) building, room 104. Our presenter will be Emily Richardson speaking about lineage societies. Choosing to join a lineage…

Genealogy Club News

Chani Owen The meeting on Jan. 17, 20 Websites Every Genealogist Should Be Using (round 2), was presented by Emily Richardson. It was very informative and well attended. On Feb. 7 the Help Session was in the evening in the CATC. Experienced members of the club were available for one-on-one help. Monday, Feb. 13, in…

Genealogy Club News

Chani Owen Hopefully, everyone enjoyed the holidays and is ready to jump into genealogy! The meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 17, will be “20 Websites Every Genealogist Should Be Using” (Round 2), presented by Emily Richardson. In July, Emily presented Round 1 of “20 Websites Every Genealogist Should Be Using.” Many have asked whether there are…

Genealogy Club News

Jo Ann Evans Most Americans have a family history that includes immigration to the United States. Determining your immigrant ancestor’s exact town of origin before their immigration into this country is the key to successful research across the pond. On Tuesday, Aug. 16, in the CATC, Room 104, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., the Genealogy…