FamilyHistoryWA

When you go looking for your family history, it is easy to become buried under a mountain of records. But a simple method of naming both hard copy and digital files will help you to keep everything under control. Whether you are just starting your search, or you have been doing this for years, there's something to be learned in this informative session.

TMG may have been discontinued by Wholly Genes Inc. but we are still using it and plan to for many years to come. Its power when combined with John Cardinal's Second Site is second to none in our opinion. So if you are a user do not despair - come along to learn how to get the best out of these programs with people who are active users!

The regular quarterly meeting of the Western Australian Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA

Regular quarterly meeting of the European Special Interest Group of Family HistoryWA

A group of family historians who go beyond names and dates to flesh out the stories behind the ancestors. We share our expertise and help each other to write our stories and our family history. We have optional writing assignments between meetings. Meetings include presentations and discussions to aid our writing plus in small groups we positively critique our submitted stories.

The Scottish Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA hold meetings once a quarter on a Sunday afternoon and monthly research sessions on a Friday.

The regular monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Technology Special Interest Group.

Regular meeting of the North of England Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA

Writing your Family Stories with the FHWA Writers Group Have you started writing? Or don't know how to start? Come along and hear how the Writers Group encourages and motivates each other to start writing. See their inaugural book of family stories that was published in December 2019.

Introductory course which provides you with all of the information to get you started with your Family History. Learn how to access birth, death and marriage records and to finding relevant records. Instructions also include how to record your findings along with some useful websites to further your research.

The Eastern Australian Special Interest Group meeting

The regular quarterly meeting of the Military Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA. The primary aim of the group is to enhance the knowledge of members and other interested parties in the research of all things military, in particular from a genealogy or family history perspective.

The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software

For new members or those intending to join, or those members just wanting a refresher. Discover what services and resources are available at FamilyHistoryWA. Topics and demonstrations include our Library – how to use the Library catalogue and information on the Library computers, Special Interest Groups, Activities program, bookshop, genealogy software, Facebook, WAGSnet, FHWA Forum and lots more. Coffee & tea provided.

The India and South East Asia (ISEA) Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA meets in February, May, August and November. Our aim is to increase our knowledge and understanding of this area and discover information about our ancestors who lived there.

The South Australian Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA meets once a quarter to assist people with South Australian ancestry to research their family history.

Do you use your computer or other device and the internet for family history? You have a digital footprint! How do you take care of your digital estate after you die, who could be your digital executor(s), and what is their role? Jenni Ibrahim will explain these concepts and guide you through activities to get you started in preparing your Digital Will.

The FTM User Group holds bi-monthly meetings at Bayswater. Our main topic in March will be "Sources" - How to correctly record your source citations in FTM (Part 1 of 2).

The North of England Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA convene four group meetings per year (March, June, September and December) and four research sessions per year (February, May, August and November).

Family reunions are great fun and a wonderful way to share your family history research. Liana Fitzpatrick has organised quite a few hockey and family reunions -some with a unique theme. Come and get some hints and tips on what to do. If you have organised any reunions bring along your ideas This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.

The regular monthly meeting of the FamilyHistoryWA Technology Special Interest Group.

Whether it's the elusive relative, skeleton in the cupboard, great granddad the miner in Cornwall or the General that fought in the Crimean War, it is all part of us and our history. Lets share our stories and get to know our fellow members in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Come and join us for a coffee or tea and share your genealogy story. Engage in conversation, learn and enjoy being with others that share your interest. A gold coin donation appreciated Please book thru trybookings

A Dangerous Gift : Shining a Light on Terrible Tommy Walker Peter Burke is a medical doctor with a passion for history whose work has been shortlisted for the WA Premier's Book Award. In this fascinating expose, he outs the real culprit who drove WA's Engineer-in-Chief C Y O'Connor to suicide in 1902. Wine and cheese 7 to 7.30pm followed by presentation. Coffee and cake afterwards

The regular quarterly meeting of the London, South of England and Wales Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA

The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software

Stephanie Baily, professional paper conservator, will provide an overview of the damage and deterioration that paper and photograph collections are subject to (physical, biological and chemical) and outline what can be done in the home to prevent or slow these processes. Bring along any items of concern for appraisal

The DNA Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA hold quarterly meetings with a continuing with focus on case studies using DNA analysis and available tools. The group also run a number of special events throughout the year focusing on specific aspects of genetic genealogy and workshops providing instruction in the use of analysis tools. A gold coin donation at the door is appreciated.

The quarterly meeting of the Convict Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA.

The Enrolled Pensioner Guard Special Interest Group meets three times a year at FamilyHistoryWA and also holds an annual outing to a place of interest.

Researching your Irish Ancestors With 2020 Vision! SESSION TIME: 19 JANUARY 2020 2:00 PM - Guest Speaker : Christine Cavanagh "Using DNA Testing and Tools to Give Details and Insights into the Families and their Backgrounds of Her Irish Ancestry"

FindMyPast boasts they have in excess of 2 billion historical records from around the world including the largest collection of Irish records available online. FamilyHistoryWA's librarian, Edwina Shooter, will show you techniques and tips to get back further in your family tree.

The Convict SIG research subcommittee has been working on a WA Convict Publication Project for the past 18 months. Broadly speaking it is intended to source, collate and review all available materials relating to convicts in WA and for it to be presented in a freely and easily accessible manner. This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.

Jocelyn Mitchell is the Country Women's Association's (CWA) Archivist The fight for women's rights isn't a new phenomenon. It was that fight and the realisation that strength lies in unity that led to the formation of the CWA. Let Jocelyn, a member of one of WA's pioneering families, give you an insight into this remarkable organisation, its history and its influence on the Australian community. Wine and cheese 7 to 7.30pm followed by presentation. Coffee and cake afterwards

Ian will take you on a tour of the FamilySearch website. He will demonstrate how to use the Catalogue to find an enormous amount of indexed images to further your research. He will also show you how to locate and view online records, plus how to use the Wiki to learn where to find record collections

Having problems moving forward with your research then join us and other members for a session to discuss new ideas and ways to help bring down some of those walls. Bring your lunch - tea and coffee will be available. This is a free session for members, but you are asked to book your place to help us with the logistics.

You are invited to the *Four Courts Memorial Lunch* To mark the anniversary of the  Explosion at the Four Courts Building in Dublin in 1922  And the tragic loss of Genealogical Records RSVP by 19th June

The regular meeting of users of Millenia Corp's Legacy Family Tree software

December is a celebration of the year that was and a peak into the year to come. For the first half of the meeting we are asking attendees to tell us about something they have learnt this year, or about some technology they are planning to try out in the new year. For the second half of the meeting we will be celebrating another year of technology with food and fellowship.

Our first evening meeting of the FHWA Family Tree Maker User Group

Regular meeting of the North of England Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA

The quarterly meeting of the DNA Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA. Frank and Jan will share their research journey after unexpected DNA test results, and we will review some useful tools and features available for sorting and analysing DNA matches.

The regular quarterly meeting of the London, South of England and Wales Special Interest Group of FamilyHistoryWA

The regular research session of the Scottish SIG of FamilyHistoryWA

This will be a very special meeting. Guest speaker Richard Offen will tell the story behind his books "Perth Then and Now" and "Lost Perth". Plus there will be the launch of our inaugural book "I have often wondered...". This fascinating collection of 30 stories has been compiled from favourites written by members of the Writers Group. Afterwards there will be a shared lunch - please bring something to contribute. Books are a great Christmas gift and will be on sale after the meeting.