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New Meet-up schedule will be posted soon!

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This year, at the Wake Genealogy Watch news blog,  we are turning our attention to the days leading up to and including the Revolutionary war. We are exploring how that would be experienced by the colonists of our area from the 1750's through the 1790's. Follow their trials, and successes here. 

Image left -"Halifax Resolves mural" by Francis Vandeveer Kughler. 
from this blog post.
 
 
 
 
 

Wake Genealogy Watch - Changes Coming

 
As I begin my 10th year as editor of the Wake Genealogy Watch, I'm writing to inform you of important changes to our newsletter format and schedule.
 
Microsoft's discontinuation of Publisher in October 2026 has necessitated a transition to a new delivery platform. After testing several alternatives this year, I've determined that the most efficient solution is to move our newsletter to an online format. You'll continue receiving the same quality content—articles, announcements, and events—but with improved timeliness and relevance.
 
What to Expect:
  • Frequency: You will now receive updates about twice per month via email (instead of quarterly), depending on time-sensitive content.
  • Format: Each email will include article summaries with links to full versions.
  • Timing: This new format launches immediately, ahead of our ’26-27 season that starts September 1.
  • Content: You will find even more of the content you have come to expect from WGW.
The July 10, 2026 issue is now available: https://mailchi.mp/6874a97c0eba/wcgs-blog-updates-14188998
 
Features include the July 16 Meetup details, a local tombstone repair demo on July 18, Saundra Cropp's TV debut, Patriot Research, and the Declaration of Independence's first reading in Wake County.
 
We welcome your feedback, input, and submissions for inclusion in future editions. Please address all concerns to newsletter@wakecogen.org.
 
August 25
Doing European Research When You Don't Speak the Language
  Presenter: Jessica Conklin   If your ancestors crossed the Atlantic, there's no need for a language barrier to stop your research in its tracks! ...
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September 22
AI and Genealogy
  Presenter: David McCorkle   Description coming!   Join us!  Free and Virtual!   Register here.   * Please register by 4pm day of meeting ...
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October 27
WWII Service: Discovering your Ancestor's Story using Online Resources
  Presenter: Cynthia Gage   As a genealogist, I feel that my role is to preserve not just the names of my ancestors, but also ...
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December 1
Reading Old Handwriting
  Presenter: Barbara McGeachy   The ability to read handwritten documents is an essential skill for everyone doing genealogical research before 1900. This talk covers ...
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January 26
If these walls could talk: uncovering the story of your home
  Presenter:Danielle Pritchard   This presentation introduces participants to the two most powerful tools for researching a home’s past: property deeds and city directories. Learn ...
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