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We told you Fall 2025 would be a busy season...

We had so many events planned this fall. Here are some highlights. I hope you were in on the fun. 
Each image can be viewed larger at our blog where more photos and full event accounts are shared. Just follow the links below.
 
October 4 - NC Archives & State Library Family History Fair 
Barbara McGeachy at the WCGS information table. Follow the link for a summary and link to videos!

 
October 18 - Shiloh Community Celebration Day
Celebrating the Church, Community, Founders,
and a Revolutionary ancestor. Many more photos at the link.
 
October 24-25 - NCGS Fall Conference
WCGS was well represented at the conference.
December 4 - WCGS Holiday Meet-up at Relish Kitchen
We had a great time! Follow these lovely Christmas elves to our blog post the recap and photos!


That wraps up the local events for this year. Looking forward to seeing you out and about in 2026!
 
 

Wake Genealogy Watch - Fall 2025 issue

 
The Fall 2025 issue (Vol. 9, Issue 1) of our award-winning newsletter, Wake Genealogy Watch, is now available online for reading or download. Visit the WCGS website or click the link here: Wake Genealogy Watch, Fall 2025.
 
This issue includes:
  • A recap of our Find Your Family event in May.
  • Registration details for Barbara McGeachy’s expanded fall genealogy classes—now 11 topics (up from 8).
  • Practical how-to articles to guide your research.
  • A review of Belle Long’s same-name study on multiple Joel Lanes, with a link to her original work.
  • Ed Webb’s success story of using the BIRLS/FOIA process to successfully acquire his father’s BIRLS military record packet.
  • A video tutorial on using AI tools to turn ancestor profiles into narratives, bios, and research plans.
  • Cynthia Gage shares the NUMIDENT Social Security dataset for 20th Century Ancestors.
  • Information on ordering a WCGS member nametag.
  • A full calendar of upcoming events.
Dive in and explore all the resources and stories designed to enrich your genealogy journey!
 
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We welcome your feedback, input, and submissions for inclusion in future editions. Please address all concerns to newsletter@wakecogen.org.
 

   
January 27
Getting Started in Genealogical Research
Presenter:  Renate Y Sanders   This presentation provides a comprehensive introduction to genealogy research! It guides participants through the crucial initial steps of gathering existing ...
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February 24
NC Archives Digital Services: Using the website, digital collections, and online catalog
  Presenter: Anna Peitzman   Join us for a review of the digital resources offered by the State Archives! Topics will include: Navigating the SANC ...
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March 24
Who's your daddy? Exploring North Carolina Bastardy Bonds
  Presenter: A. Danielle Pritchett, MLS   Explore North Carolina Bastardy Bonds, historical documents revealing paternity and societal attitudes towards unwed mothers and their children. ...
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April 28
Researching Your Mom: Don't overlook researching your immediate family!
Presenter:  Diane L Richard   Think you know your mom?  Our research skills aren't just for researching the long-ago deceased; they can be used for ...
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May 26
Preserving Small Family Cemeteries
  Presenter: Joel Hobby   Join us for a discussion on the ins and outs of preserving small family cemeteries.   Join us!  Free and ...
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