As the Webmaster for our Genealogical Society, I often wonder if people can find our website during a genealogy search and if they find anything that will help them in their research.  Well, just a few days ago, we received an Email addressed to info@pastfinderslc.org that answered both questions.  This Email came from John in Oregon and ...., I'll just let them tell the story. 

 

From: John -------
Sent: Thursday, June 14, 2018 4:45 PM
To: info@pastfindersslc.org
Subject: Pastfinders of South Lake
  
Hello,
 
My name is John. I just wanted to reach out and say thank you. My daughter Addison was adopted as an infant and last year (right before her 13th birthday) she started to become very interested in genealogy. She was determined to trace back her ancestors. We have done a ton of research during this past year which is how we found your page https://pastfindersslc.org/links.php?sid=1&cid=3. It really gave us the information we needed to be successful on this journey.
  
We actually ended up tracing back to ancestors that came through Ellis Island so Addison asked me to share with you this article she found: "New York City and the History of Ellis Island" http://www.bbcleaningservice.com/history-of-ellis-island.html. She thought it would be a good addition to the other resources on your page. We found the article and the links within it very helpful so hopefully you find some use for it too.
  
We would love to know what you think of it and she would be very excited to see it on your page.
  
Have a great day,
 
John and Addison  

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 Now, please check out our Links Page where you will find a link to "New York City and the History of Ellis Island".  Thank You Addison !!

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Esther and Sandi introduced weekly get-togethers a couple of summers back and we are  pleased to note they have become a regular feature. This is an opportunity to get together with other Pastfinders to chat about whatever becomes the topic of the day.  It may be your latest discovery or your most challenging brick wall in your family research. Or it may just be cementing new friendships.  Everyone joins in to answer questions, solve problems and enjoy the company.  Its open to all, no requirements for meeting up, no reservations required.  The meetings start at 10:00 in the Genealogy Room at Cooper Memorial Library.  Please refer to the Quick Look Schedule for the dates.

 

Pastfinders are pleased to be able to provide Help Sessions during the summer by appointment. To schedule an appointment Email us at:   info@pastfindersslc.org 

 

 

 

 

 

What Day: Thursday, September 13, 2018

What Time: 4:30 to 5:00 meet and greet time

                    5:00 to 7:00 is the Presentation and Q&A

Where:  Cooper Memorial Library, Room 108

 

 

Allison Ryall is the Genealogy Specialist for the Orange County Library System and an instructor in Boston University’s Genealogical Research Program. Previously Allison worked with the National Genealogical Society as their Advertising and Marketing Manager and Graphic Designer and served as a grader for the National Genealogical Society's Home Study Course. Allison also served as the conference tri-chair, program chair, and Ancestors Road Show Chair for the New England Regional Genealogical Conference and as the conference chair for the Association for Professional Genealogist’s annual conference. Prior to pursing her passion of genealogy Allison was a media executive and has extensive experience in the areas of research, media relations, program management, and marketing. She holds degrees in US History and Russian Studies and a Masters degree in American and New England Studies from the University of Southern Maine.