It’s now less than 5 weeks until the “Got Ancestors?! – Guydes To Genealogical Research” seminar on 7 November.
We’re looking forward to a great couple of days as we celebrate WMGS’ 55th Anniversary with a banquet and Awards Ceremony in the evening on Friday 6 November, and then an all day Seminar on Saturday 7 November.
George G Morgan and Drew Smith are looking forward to coming to West Michigan, so lets make sure we turn out in great numbers to see and hear what they’ve got to teach us.
The registration form is available online for download -click here or see second link in the right side bar.
The online registration system is up and running. We encourage you to use this as it saves some work at our end entering all the information in. You have the choice to register online and pay instantly by PayPal, or to register online,and print out a copy of your registration and send it with your payment. The first option is encouraged.
Please note: The online registration system is not quite ready yet. I hope it will be up and running by Monday 24 August. Sorry for the inconvenience. Don’t worry – you won’t lose out on a place by waiting until Monday.
Distractions and urgent issues are a part of life in 2009. 1954 was a different time, but certainly not without its own controversial and turbulent events. President Eisenhower signed into law the new social security bill. Race-based segregation in schools was declared unconstitutional. Rosa Parks was arrested in Montgomery, Alabama and the phrase “under God” was added to the Pledge of Allegiance. Important issues and events will always take place in every lifetime.
Let’s not forget what it is we’re all about as genealogists. As we celebrate our society’s 55th year, let’s remember that we’re all about family – our people, their personalities, their lives and stories. The program for this year’s anniversary celebration and full day seminar should lighten our hearts and enlighten our minds to our ancestors’ experiences. Let’s use this time to regenerate our energy for the pursuit of our family histories, gain knowledge of new tools and methods, but also have some good old-fashioned fun!
Make your plans now for the Anniversary Banquet with The Genealogy Guys at the beautiful Prince Conference Center on Friday, November 6th. On Saturday the 7th enjoy a day of interesting and innovative topics presented by Drew Smith and George G Morgan. Participate in a live podcast of The Genealogy Guys. The planning committee has worked to prepare an outstanding value for attendees. We are offering $10.00 vouchers good towards WMGS Sales Table purchases or 2010 WMGS membership dues to all members who register and attend.
I look forward to your participation and know you won’t be disappointed!
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