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Special America 250 Black History Presentations
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July 13 - AAHGS-Triangle America 250 Speaker Series - Saundra Cropps Presents
Our own Saundra Russ Cropps will share her research on People of Color During the Revolutionary War in Granville and Wake Counties, North Carolina. Sign up before July 13 to attend this virtual presentation. Saundra's talk is This is one talk in a four part series offered by Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society. Registration and series details are at this blog link.
Register exactly as described at the link. Several previous links were broken. This one works. I registered this way myself. -CD
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Upcoming In-person Events
Join us for the next WCG Meet-ups!
July 16
Coffee and Conversation: Meet at Panera Bread (Glenwood/Pleasant Valley), 6201 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh on Thursday July 16 at 9:30am. Let’s get to know each other! We’ll chat about what genealogical topics we're working on, or a brick wall, or ask other members how to do something. Details at blog post.
Past Meet-up Photos
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.
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.
Follow Wake 250 Content at our Blog
This year, at the Wakecogen 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 - "A Society of Patriotic Ladies" British Museum 965125001 British editorial cartoon - unflattering portrayal of the Edenton Ladies from this blog post.
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July 28
Early Migration and Settlement Patterns
Presenter: J Mark Lowe Discover where a family moved into a state by using the statistical data recorded for all families. Learn to ...
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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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Volunteer needs
Near or far, there is always a way you can help WCGS!
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