As the winter weather sets in this week, perhaps you can spare an hour or two to join one of the next five GSV events. Each session is held via Zoom. You can register to attend any of these sessions until 10 minutes before the session via the GSV Events page. To access this page, search "GSV events" or visit https://www.gsv.org.au/current-and-upcoming-events.
Tonight - Tuesday 27th May
7:30pm England and Wales Discussion Circle
Continuing the theme of researching military ancestors, this session looks at researching those in England and Wales who served in, or were affected by, 20th Century conflicts.
Tomorrow - Wednesday 28th May
10:30am Family History Tips and Tools
State by State: Researching Family History in New South Wales using resources held by the Society of Australian Genealogists
While they help us research our family history no matter from where in the world we hail, local genealogical societies also develop expertise in researching the local area. State by State: the genealogical resources of Australia gives GSV members a chance to hear from representatives of the state based societies around Australia. Presenters will highlight the special resources in their society's collection and answer questions about researching ancestors in their area.
On Wednesday 28th May Gemma Beswick and Vanessa Cassin, of the Society of Australian Genealogists (SAG) will speak on ‘Researching Family History in New South Wales’. Of particular use to anyone who had ancestors who lived or worked in colonial Australia, Gemma and Vanessa’s presentation will outline the unique resources such as early parish registers and cemetery transcripts offered by SAG. In addition to their archive of unique materials that have been collected since the 1940's, the Society has an extensive collection of books, microfiche, journals and other family history resources in their Library. Come along to learn about our sister family history society in New South Wales.
Tuesday 3rd June
10:00am DNA Study Group
Our discussion circle for intermediate to advanced genetic genealogy users meets each month. It is a self-help group for people who are familiar with DNA terminology and available software tools, and who would like to work in a small study group where participants meet to continue to hone their skills in genetic genealogy. Participants need to have completed the GSV DNA for beginners classes or have a similar knowledge base.
Wednesday 4th June
12:30pm GSV Writers Circle
In this month's meeting, Penny and Margaret will give you some tips on writing for interest and clarity so that your story will sparkle. Creative conversation will be led by Jenny and Clare. Clare will highlight some of the resources available to us and I will lead the following discussion: What would you like to include in your family history? Where have you found resources? What has stopped you including indigenous history in the past? These are just a few of the question we may discuss, so come ready to discuss this important topic.
Thursday 5th June
7:30pm Welsh Research Discussion Circle
Please note a change of speaker and discussion for this evening meeting:
David Rowlands will talk about some of his ancestors who immigrated to Victoria, bringing Welsh influence with them. David gives us the following enticement:
"On a huge plaque in the stairwell of the Trades Hall building in Victoria Street are the names of the Pioneers of the 8 Hour Day in Melbourne: Welshmen James Stephens and Scotsman James Galloway. Also listed are the founders of the movement, including my g-g-grandfather Freeman Manuel, born in Flintshire, Wales.
Freeman's family came under the patronage of Augusta Hall, known as Lady Llandover, of Monmouthshire, Wales. Lady Llandover is celebrated as a promotor of the Welsh language, literature, the triple-harp and Welsh costume. Freeman's brothers were known as the "Child Prodigies of Llandover".
Emigrants from Wales brought their own unique skills and background to a new life in Australia."
As part of his talk, David will seek your assistance to attempt to tie some of these loose ends together.