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Storytellers: Writing Family Stories
Tuesday, December 12
Storytellers: Writing Family Stories  (Classes)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Friends in Deed, Room D, 301 E. Camino Casa Verde, Green Valley, AZ
 
Don't let your family stories or research get lost in time! Write stories to share with family and future generations.
 
This class is for SAGS members who enjoy writing the stories of their ancestors to share with family members and to pass to future generations. It is not a research, grammar, or punctuation class. There are assignments, in-class writing prompts, and time to share stories. We use pen/pencil and paper – no electronic writing devices. The class is limited to 15 and there is a reasonable commitment to attend each class, as others depend on your participation. This is not a drop-in SIG; you must register in advance to join the class. If you are interested, please contact Becky McCreary:  rebeccamccreary764@gmail.com
 
Class Facilitator:  Becky McCreary
 
If you are not a SAGS member but would like to join, click HERE for more information.
 


FamilyTree Maker SIG – MEMBERS ONLY
Wednesday, December 13
FamilyTree Maker SIG – MEMBERS ONLY  (SIGs)
9:30 am to 11:30 am
ZOOM MEETING
Explore the features of FTM with a hands-on approach!
An email with the ZOOM meeting link will be sent out approximately 5 days prior to the meeting to those on the group email list.  To have your name added to the group list, send an email to webmgr@azsags.org.
SIG Leader:  Karen Feeney
 
If you are not a SAGS member but would like to join, click HERE for more information.
 


SAGS Monthly Meeting
Thursday, December 21
SAGS Monthly Meeting  (Monthly Meetings)
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
In-Person Meeting & Zoom Meeting -- Open to the Public
 
MAIN PROGRAM:  German Research Online
Searching for German-speaking ancestors is undergoing a paradigm shift in which the resources of Ancestry, FamilySearch and European-based Genealogy.net are all major players and German church records are being digitized. Learn about the many websites that can help you break down brick walls and find the villages of origin of your ancestors!
 
SPEAKER:  James M. Beidler
James M. Beidler, Interim Executive Director for the Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania, is the author of four commercially published genealogy books as well as writing "Roots & Branches", an award-winning weekly blog/newspaper column on genealogy. He is also a columnist for German Life magazine and is editor emeritus of Der Kurier, the quarterly journal of the Mid-Atlantic Germanic Society. He was co-chair for the International German Genealogy Partnership's successful virtual conference in July 2021 and was a research-reports editor for Legacy Tree Genealogists from 2018 to 2021. Beidler is also a frequent contributor to other periodicals ranging from scholarly journals such as The Pennsylvania Genealogical Magazine to popular interest magazines such a Family Tree Magazine.
 
SHORT PROGRAM & SPEAKERS:
SAGS' Speaker Acquisition Team, Karen Feeney & Jan Burke, will explain how they do what they do to bring quality speakers and programs to SAGS members.
 
MEETING INFO:
* Speakers: Mr. Beidler will be presenting "live" via Zoom.
 
* Please register in advance to attend this Meeting by clicking THIS LINK (after registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting).
 
* You can attend in person at La Posada Recreation Center, 685 S. La Posada Circle, Bldg. #37, Green Valley, AZ (click HERE for location & driving map) or attend via Zoom.
 
 
 


Beginner's Genealogy SIG – MEMBERS ONLY
Thursday, December 28
Beginner's Genealogy SIG – MEMBERS ONLY  (SIGs)
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
ZOOM MEETING
We all have to start someplace and when we do, it is very helpful to have some help. This group is designed to be just that – a support group to provide you with some direction and tips for your research. For more information, and to receive the Zoom meeting link, contact Jon Otto at jonotto48@yahoo.com
SIG Leader:  Jon Otto
 
If you are not a SAGS member but would like to join, click HERE for more information.
 


Beginner's Genealogy SIG – MEMBERS ONLY
Beginner's Genealogy SIG – MEMBERS ONLY  (SIGs)
3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
ZOOM MEETING
We all have to start someplace and when we do, it is very helpful to have some help. This group is designed to be just that – a support group to provide you with some direction and tips for your research. For more information, and to receive the Zoom meeting link, contact Jon Otto at jonotto48@yahoo.com
SIG Leader:  Jon Otto
 
If you are not a SAGS member but would like to join, click HERE for more information.
 



Storytellers: Writing Family Stories
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Storytellers: Writing Family Stories  (Classes)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Friends in Deed, Room D, 301 E. Camino Casa Verde, Green Valley, AZ
 
Don't let your family stories or research get lost in time! Write stories to share with family and future generations.
 
This class is for SAGS members who enjoy writing the stories of their ancestors to share with family members and to pass to future generations. It is not a research, grammar, or punctuation class. There are assignments, in-class writing prompts, and time to share stories. We use pen/pencil and paper – no electronic writing devices. The class is limited to 15 and there is a reasonable commitment to attend each class, as others depend on your participation. This is not a drop-in SIG; you must register in advance to join the class. If you are interested, please contact Becky McCreary:  rebeccamccreary764@gmail.com
 
Class Facilitator:  Becky McCreary
 
If you are not a SAGS member but would like to join, click HERE for more information.
 



Storytellers: Writing Family Stories
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Storytellers: Writing Family Stories  (Classes)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Friends in Deed, Room D, 301 E. Camino Casa Verde, Green Valley, AZ
 
Don't let your family stories or research get lost in time! Write stories to share with family and future generations.
 
This class is for SAGS members who enjoy writing the stories of their ancestors to share with family members and to pass to future generations. It is not a research, grammar, or punctuation class. There are assignments, in-class writing prompts, and time to share stories. We use pen/pencil and paper – no electronic writing devices. The class is limited to 15 and there is a reasonable commitment to attend each class, as others depend on your participation. This is not a drop-in SIG; you must register in advance to join the class. If you are interested, please contact Becky McCreary:  rebeccamccreary764@gmail.com
 
Class Facilitator:  Becky McCreary
 
If you are not a SAGS member but would like to join, click HERE for more information.
 


Arizona Genealogy Day 2024
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Arizona Genealogy Day 2024  (Conferences: Regional)
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
FREE ONLINE EVENT
 
Join the Arizona Genealogical Advisory Board and the Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records for a day of excitement, learning, and discovery. Whether you're a seasoned genealogist or just starting out, and whether or not you have Arizona roots, there's something for everyone at this free virtual event. Details will be available soon!
 
 
 


RootsTech 2024
Thursday, February 29, 2024 through Saturday, March 2, 2024
RootsTech 2024  (Conferences: National)
Salt Lake City & Online
Why you need to be a part of RootsTech 2024!
RootsTech is the premier event to celebrate your heritage and other meaningful connections through a deeper understanding of family history and genealogy. Come join us and discover your story at RootsTech 2024!
 
Registration is now open – click HERE to get all the details!



Storytellers: Writing Family Stories
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Storytellers: Writing Family Stories  (Classes)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Friends in Deed, Room D, 301 E. Camino Casa Verde, Green Valley, AZ
 
Don't let your family stories or research get lost in time! Write stories to share with family and future generations.
 
This class is for SAGS members who enjoy writing the stories of their ancestors to share with family members and to pass to future generations. It is not a research, grammar, or punctuation class. There are assignments, in-class writing prompts, and time to share stories. We use pen/pencil and paper – no electronic writing devices. The class is limited to 15 and there is a reasonable commitment to attend each class, as others depend on your participation. This is not a drop-in SIG; you must register in advance to join the class. If you are interested, please contact Becky McCreary:  rebeccamccreary764@gmail.com
 
Class Facilitator:  Becky McCreary
 
If you are not a SAGS member but would like to join, click HERE for more information.
 



Storytellers: Writing Family Stories
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Storytellers: Writing Family Stories  (Classes)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Friends in Deed, Room D, 301 E. Camino Casa Verde, Green Valley, AZ
 
Don't let your family stories or research get lost in time! Write stories to share with family and future generations.
 
This class is for SAGS members who enjoy writing the stories of their ancestors to share with family members and to pass to future generations. It is not a research, grammar, or punctuation class. There are assignments, in-class writing prompts, and time to share stories. We use pen/pencil and paper – no electronic writing devices. The class is limited to 15 and there is a reasonable commitment to attend each class, as others depend on your participation. This is not a drop-in SIG; you must register in advance to join the class. If you are interested, please contact Becky McCreary:  rebeccamccreary764@gmail.com
 
Class Facilitator:  Becky McCreary
 
If you are not a SAGS member but would like to join, click HERE for more information.
 



Storytellers: Writing Family Stories
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Storytellers: Writing Family Stories  (Classes)
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Friends in Deed, Room D, 301 E. Camino Casa Verde, Green Valley, AZ
 
Don't let your family stories or research get lost in time! Write stories to share with family and future generations.
 
This class is for SAGS members who enjoy writing the stories of their ancestors to share with family members and to pass to future generations. It is not a research, grammar, or punctuation class. There are assignments, in-class writing prompts, and time to share stories. We use pen/pencil and paper – no electronic writing devices. The class is limited to 15 and there is a reasonable commitment to attend each class, as others depend on your participation. This is not a drop-in SIG; you must register in advance to join the class. If you are interested, please contact Becky McCreary:  rebeccamccreary764@gmail.com
 
Class Facilitator:  Becky McCreary
 
If you are not a SAGS member but would like to join, click HERE for more information.