After reading several excellent submissions for the 82nd Carnival of Genealogy, I am making it my business to contribute, just before the cutoff! This carnival asks bloggers to submit thoughts about their favorite genealogy society, along with comments about why the do or do not participate in a society. I am currently a member …
Tag: Oakland County Michigan Genealogical Society
Nov 03
A Milestone!
The Oakland County (Michigan) Genealogical Society, of which I am treasurer, just finished a new publication. This compilation of gravestone readings from a large Pontiac, Michigan cemetery contains 17,000+ burials. You could hear Jo’s sigh of relief 20 miles away when the work was sent to the printer. Seriously, this is a huge accomplishment. The …
Aug 12
Genealogy Day
I have to catch up on certain genealogical tasks today, since the Oakland County Genealogical Society Board meets tonight. We’ll be stuffing the envelopes for the fall mailing, which includes your member form and a program schedule. I also need to finish some personal organization tasks, since I’m going to the Library of Michigan tomorrow! …
