Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society

Starting a Genealogy DNA Journey?

The International Society of Genetic Genealogy is a non profit society to promote DNA genealogy research. The site is very comprehensive and very well put together to offer all you need to get started in DNA .

From their website:

Advocate for and educate about the use of genetics as a tool for genealogical research while promoting a supportive network for genetic genealogists.

This society is a non-commercial non-profit organization. There are NO dues or fees to join, it is entirely self-supporting by its members. YOU choose what you wish to give. Whether it's your time to give a presentation or host a workshop at your local genealogical society, or create photocopies to promote the society at a convention, it is up to you. You will not be asked to spend your time or contribute in a way you do not wish to. You may never end up participating in that manner, but may just join to learn and network, and that is okay too.

https://isogg.org/

https://isogg.org/#ISOGGWiki

Jamboree!!

Come join us for the Genealogy Jamboree!

We have many genealogy enthusiasts that will be with us.
Emma Jean Smith will be here with DAR news. Emma Jean is our regional registrar for the mid -Columbia area. Linda Colton, who is the new Lead Family History Consultant for the Family History Centers of the Columbia Gorge will be with us. Linda is a long time member of CGGS and Linda is a expert in FamilySearch and has worked with youth projects throughout the Gorge area.
Sandy Bisset will be giving library tours of the William G. Dick Library at the Discovery Center and will be answering any questions you have about land records. Sandy is also a long time member of CGGS and a volunteer at the library.

Members of the Genealogy Forum of Oregon will be joining us . GFO is a long established organization to preserve and promote Genealogy and family history in Oregon.

The Basalt Cafe will be open for lunch and the don't forget to stop by the
Columbia River Trading Company Store. They have a great selection of books and souvenirs .

The speakers we had scheduled from Champoeg Founders Day have cancelled .
They will reschedule at a later date.

The Dalles - Wasco County Library Discontinues Ancestry and Heritage Quest

Due to budget concerns, The Dalles-Wasco County Public Library has suspended their online Ancestry Library Edition and Heritage Quest programs.

The library edition was distributed through ProQuest LLC to libraries, K-12 Schools and educational institutions.

The program was formatted on a grade based learning format.

Anyone wishing to access Ancestry free of charge is urged to contact your local Family History Center in your area. There are 4 Family History Centers in the Mid-Columbia area.
Also, FamilySearch online is a free genealogy community offering thousands of records, databases and genealogical data. It also offers a free genealogy software program in conjunction with the website.

Family History Centers

1815 East 15th, The Dalles, Or.
104 W. McKinley St, Golderndale , Wa.
1825 May St. , Hood River, Or.
650 N.W. Gropper, Stevenson, Wa.

FamilySearch. Org
https://www.familysearch.org/

In addition, The Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society offers help with your genealogical questions.
If you would like to get started or become a member please call Diane Barkhimer at 1-509-493-3775
Our meetings and programs are open to the public .

Genealogy Jamboree 2017

Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society

Genealogy Jamboree

October 21, 2017

Columbia Gorge Discovery Center

10 – 4

For anyone interested in getting started in family history or experienced researchers.

The Jamboree takes place in the downstairs conference room starting at 10:00 am.

We will have special guests for the day from the Genealogical Forum Of Oregon, OrGenWeb, Daughters of The American Revolution, and a special guest from the upcoming Founders of Champoeg - Birth of Oregon Celebration.

We have great door prizes!

HP Envy Printer

Seagate Portable 1tb Backup Plus

SanDisk 32 GB Cruzer Flash Stick

2 Free 1 year memberships to CGGS

-2 outstanding books-

Organize Your Genealogy by Drew Smith

Guide to FamilySearch by Dana McCullough

There will be members available to answer your questions and offer suggestions for your research.

A no-host light buffet lunch will be served in the Basalt Cafe

Genealogy is a great hobby for any age and

theres no time like now to preserve your family history.

A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.

~ Marcus Garvey

Questions?

Georga Foster at 541 ..296 .2882 or Diane Barkheimer at 509 493 3775

https://gorgegen.blogspot.com/

http://community.gorge.net/genealogy/

Sept. Meeting and Program

The next meeting for CGGS will be Sept. 9, 2017 at the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center.
Sandy Bisset will be giving a presentation on Land Records. The general meeting and program begins at 1:00 pm in the Basalt Cafe. Public is welcome.

2026 Programs and Events

January 10 - Social History and Your Genealogical Research
Febuary- All Saturdays of the month- Original Wasco County Courthouse History Forums
March 14- Kenneth R. Marks - How to Develop Critical Online Newspaper Research Skills
April 11 - Ft. Dalles Tour
May - IOOF Photo Requests
June 5 - Membership Luncheon
Summer Break- July and August
September 19- Brian Rhinehart-Navigating the Records From The War of 1812
Oct. 17 - National Family History Month - Intro to Genealogy-Columbia Gorge Discovery Center

Pioneers of The West

Header Photo: Helen Lundeberg created this painting while employed by the Works Progress Administration (WPA), a New Deal program that employed artists during the Great Depression. Like other WPA artists, Lundeberg depicted a hopeful view of the United States during a time of turmoil and uncertainty by showing a dreamlike image of western expansion. The group of pioneers, with their backs to the viewer, follows an ox-drawn wagon into a valley. The monumental figures appear strong and assured in their forward progress. Rising mountains melt into the sun. Lundeberg's style of mixing fantastic images with reality is evident in the background: The pink, rolling mountains blend into the orange, pink, and bluish haze of the sky; it is difficult to determine where the mountains end and the sky begins. The careful use of space and dreamlike elements in Pioneers of the West is representative of Lundeberg's postsurrealist style. This movement, derived from surrealism, purposely combined fantasy with reality and was predominantly found on the West Coast. (Helen Lundeberg, Pioneers of the West, 1934, oil on canvas, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Transfer from the General Services Administration, 1985.8.27) GSA: Information and images created or owned by the GSA unless otherwise indicated, are considered in the public domain. They may be distributed or copied as permitted by applicable law.