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2026 so far: Back to work yesterday after the holidays, but first drove my husband to work because of ❄️ Ended up with a flat tire. (How did I ever manage without a car? 🤔) Today my son's school was closed due to water damage, so I home schooled him. 🤞 for better time for #genealogy tomorrow!

AI can help beyond research. “LLM Prompts for the Professional Genealogist” explores using large language models for business tasks like writing, SEO, and data organization. Practical guidance by Natalie Webb in the December 2025 APG Quarterly. #APGQ #Genealogy

Okay #genealogy folk, who is going to RootsTech? I’m thinking about going this year.

Preparing family history booklet for relatives interested but not enough to read through my boxes of files. 40-50 pages narrative history, family tree, photos, chronology, cemeteries list—what else should I include? #genealogy

This #postcard was given to my husband’s uncle Edgar in 1924 by his parents when he was about 5 years old. Seems a bit odd .. it’s a bit grown up and when were #NewYears cards a thing for kids!!??? My mum in law was born later that year. #FamilyHistory historicalclues.blogspot.com/2022/01/a-fa...

It’s time for your Three Random Words from our 7th episode of season 10: “The Glassworker” with Lene D. Kottal @kottalgenealogy.com 1. Vikings 2. Finland 3. DNA #genealogy #ancestry #FamilyHistory

What’s one place you wish you could see as it looked in their time? Historic courthouse? A long-gone neighborhood? A family farm no longer standing? #familyhistory #genealogy #historicallandmarks

It’s time for some festive digging into your family tree 🎄🧬 How close to the North Pole can you get through one of your ancestors? Lapland? Alaska? Northern Scotland? Tell us below ❄️👇

Can I set the default language for my own posts to English? If so, how? The three available language settings don't seem to make a difference on this issue. The default is currently Danish, but I rarely post in Danish. #AskBluesky #Help

Where was Ernst Christian Kisky born? Born c. 1738-1751. Tax officer in Nakskov, Denmark, from at least 1794. Died there 1825. Variant spellings: Cesky, Cisky, Kiski, Kitskye, Kiskye - the latter spelling by himself. Any info on the surname outside Denmark is welcome. #Genealogy #FamilyHistory

Happy Birthday Jane Austen..... it was great to meet you! familyhistoriespodcast.com/2023/04/25/s... #JaneAusten #ICYMI #genealogy #ancestry #FamilyHistory

I just listened to the new episode of the @familyhistpod.bsky.social with @simonsaidthis.bsky.social Simon Young shared his brick wall: He has no information on the origin of his ancestor in New Zealand, and the father's name was apparently William Smith! #Genealogy #NewZealand #FamilyHistory

If you’ve ever thought about DNA testing for #genealogy purposes, MyHeritage has a sale on their test ($25 US). Ends tomorrow.

Rather chuffed to have my article published in The New Zealand Genealogist magazine December issue. The theme was "Where did they live?" #genealogy #familyhistory #archives #nz #genhour #oneplacestudies

I’ve researched all the names on this war memorial (Christ Church, Ashton under Lyne ) but two names have been impossible to pin down - WILLIAM JOHNSON and RICHARD PITT #WorldWarOne #LestWeForget #WarMemorials #Army #Genealogy

Bad #genealogy news in the U.K.

The November APG eNews is out! Learn how to track Continuing Education hours, hear from APG Fellow Lisa Vogele, explore the Coast Salish nations in the next webinar, and more. Read the full issue: apgen.org/apg_enews.ph #APG #genealogy

ICYMI: “The Disinherited” with Simon Howard. familyhistoriespodcast.com/2025/11/18/s... #genealogy #ancestry #FamilyHistory #norfolk

Today is the last day before the big hike in fees charged by the Probate Search service for copies of England & Wales wills dating from 1858 to the present. I think I am now done with ordering, for my #OnePlaceStudies and my own #FamilyHistory. I won't miss using that clunky-beyond-belief website!

105 years ago today 39 Finns, escorted by a lieutenant of English Army, landed in Quebec. What had happened and who were they? #WW1 #CivilWar1918 #MilitaryHistory #genealogy sectionmen.fi/en/deported-...

#genchat I am so sorry we ran out of time! Thanks for all your courthouse stories! Next time (Nov 28) is our LAST OPEN MIC about #Genealogy Related Projects - be it professional, personal, creative or whatever! See you there!

Probate records for England and Wales are going from £1.50 to £16 each on Monday, 17 November. www.thegazette.co.uk/wills-and-pr... If you want to take advantage of the current price, the orders need to be placed by Sunday, 16 November. 1/ #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #AncestryHour

It’s #OnePlaceWednesday! Wherever you are and wherever you are researching, for your #FamilyHistory, #LocalHistory or #OnePlaceStudy projects, we hope you’re having a great week. Use the hashtag to tell us about the places and communities you are studying, and to share your OPS news, pics, and chat.

Not all veterans are honored equally. Let's take time today to honor those most often overlooked. #Genealogy #FamilyHistory www.legalgenealogist.com/2025/11/11/v...

🗂️ Novice Genealogy Workshop: Finding Records Join Stephanie Sparks and Dru Froggett on Tuesday, Nov 18, 1–3 PM in the Donaldson Room at the WVGS Library. Learn how to locate key records and start building confidence in your genealogy research skills! #GenealogyWorkshop #BeginnerGenealogy

Veterans Day remembrance: He wanted to be a farmer. My second cousin served in Vietnam but when he returned, died while still on base: toomuchbrudders.com/2025/07/26/e... #poem #VeteransDay #FamilyHistory #poetry

My first Legacy Family Tree webinar is finally out! Topic: The tool DigDag, a digital atlas of Denmark's historical jurisdictions. Legacy Family Tree Weinars membership is required. I may receive a fee if you watch it. familytreewebinars.com/webinar/find... #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #History

🌳 Curious about your family history? Join us for Open Genealogy Night on Monday, Nov 17, 2025, 7:00–8:45 PM at the City of Fairfax Regional Library. Connect, share, and explore research with genealogists of all levels—no registration required! #GenealogyCommunity #FamilyHistory #FairfaxVA

Last call! Applications for the 2026 APG Fellowship close 15 November 2025. APG Members -- don’t miss this funded opportunity to take your genealogy work abroad, grow professionally, and pursue a project outside your country of residence. Apply now apgen.org/apg_fellowsh... #APG #Genealogy

Season Ten begins tomorrow (11th Nov), and we can't wait for you to hear from our 8 guests... familyhistoriespodcast.com/series-ten/ #genealogy #ancestry #FamilyHistory #podcast

The 1921 #census of England and Wales is now available at MyHeritage @myheritageofficial.bsky.social, but it appears that (as is the case at Ancestry) the transcriptions are those created by Findmypast. #FamilyHistory #LocalHistory #OnePlaceStudies

I am lucky to be a guest on the Family Histories Podcast, season 10. It is my first podcast appearance. A bit daunting, but Andrew quickly settled my nerves. It was fun and presented me with a different way of reflecting on my research. #Genealogy #FamilyHistory @familyhistpod.bsky.social

As a member of the APG International Affairs Committee, I look forward to seeing this year's applications for the Fellowship. APG members who want to apply need to hurry up! The deadline is 15 November 2025. Read more via the link below. #Genealogy #FamilyHistory www.apgen.org/apg_fellowsh...

UK, Military Service Records, 1939-1959 are now live on Ancestry. (Free access not until 6 November.) Thanks to @wdytyamagazine.bsky.social for the heads-up! #FamilyHistory #LocalHistory #MilitaryHistory #OnePlaceWednesday

#Genealogy #FamilyHistory #Genearosity #PayItForward I'm at my FamilySearch Center/Centre this afternoon if any genies need a restricted records. #SpreadTheWord @alliethinks.bsky.social @allthosebefore.bsky.social @atcherleyons.bsky.social @shamrockgen.bsky.social @sjcaracciacpa.bsky.social

We're proud to share that 22 APG members are speaking at this year’s New England Regional Genealogy Conference! Don’t miss their incredible sessions—and be sure to stop by the APG booth in the exhibit hall to say hello to members of our New England Chapter! #APG #genealogy

I won a year's subscription to Storied (Ultimate plan)! It was a door prize at the APG Professional Management Conference. Have any of you tried Storied? Any tips? Is there anything you want me to try out there and perhaps blog about? #Genealogy #FamilyHistory @apgenealogists.bsky.social

🏠 You’re invited! Join us for the WVGS Open House on Sunday, October 26, 1:00–4:00 PM. Explore our library, meet volunteers, and learn how WVGS can support your family history journey. 📍 WVGS Library, 12222 N 111th Ave, Youngtown 👉 Details: https://azwvgs.org/calendar/ #FamilyHistory #OpenHouse

My parents spent their honeymoon near Vejle, Denmark. They used to camp in a tent there, but decided to get a cabin for the honeymoon. To me, it's a bit odd to go camping on a honeymoon, but they had friends there and wanted to celebrate with them, too. #Honeymoon #FamilyHistory #Genealogy

Fold3.com recently announced that the War of 1812 Pension Files now include surnames beginning with U and V. These pensions were granted to the veteran, his widow or his heirs. The indexing is now 88% complete. This is a free database. To search, go to: f3.social/6xyt #genealogy

Plus, grab your free #FamilyHistoryMonth handbook here: familytreemagazine.com/freebie/the-...

We will be attending #FamilyHistoryShow at Kempton Park Racecourse 4 October, come and say hello @RegQualGenes #Genealogy #Genealogists www.qualifiedgenealogists.org

I have decided to spend this year's Family History Month digging deeper into my dad's life, particularly pre-marriage. Basic info: Name: Keld Dræby Kottal Born 24 Oct. 1947 in Odense, Denmark. Married 1970, separated 1980. Died 23 May 2022 in Odense. #FamilyHistoryMonth #Genealogy #FamilyHistory

I was fortunate enough to host the @apgenealogists.bsky.social pmc session with @andrewredfern.bsky.social on smarter workflows with AI. I'll admit to being sceptical of AI but Andrew gave some great examples of how to make it work for you #APGPMC

Could your ancestry DNA results unlock citizenship? "more than 40 million people have taken DNA tests, often uncovering more than family secrets – for some, they open doors to new lives abroad." https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cvg11l8g8yvo #Genealogy

Brewing a strong cup of tea to pick me up. I don't want to miss the scavenger hunt at the #APGPMC

The #APGPMC is terrific, except for one thing... I had planned to only snack on veggies and fruit, but I am sleep-deprived due to the time difference, so now I succumbed to chips/crisps and a can of soda 😂

This week I am participating the virtual Professional Management Conference @apgenealogists.bsky.social The schedule is packed with learning opportunities and networking events. Hopefully, it will enable me to give even more value for the money to my #genealogy clients. #APGPMC