Goodness, this is the week!! As you prepare to come to the FSGS 33rd Annual Conference, don't forget to bring your Brick Wall details with you. Not the whole file, just the facts!! Names, places and dates!! That's what genealogists dwell on, isn't it!!?
You will at least two opportunities to try and get some guidance on further research:
1. APG-FL Ancestor Roadshow: Meet for 15 minutes to discuss your family history problem with a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists-Florida Chapter. Registration for the free consultations will be on Friday from 2:00PM to 5:00PM and the appointments will be held on Saturday. Your registration form is located in your syllabus, which you will receive when you check in.
2. Our Keynote Speaker, Craig R. Scott, CG is focusing on 'Problem Solving Techniques' in his first lecture at 10:00AM on Friday. Mr. Scott's speaking technique will please you as he has lots of opportunity for questions. As we all know, one person's questions can be another's solution!!
In conclusion: Names, dates and locations are the keys to asking a good genealogical question. Bring your information and we hope you will get some answers!!
Monday, November 9, 2009
Thursday, November 5, 2009
We are getting close!!
Hi Conference Fans!
Well, this last week has been a rush...the syllabus is now at the printers: Thank you so much Linda Hudson of Treasure Coast Genealogical Society in Ft. Pierce. She has kept me organized and done a wonderful job creating what we hope will be a useful and informative tool for conference attendees!
Don Pulkit of the Genealogical Society of South Brevard is busily preparing the name badges and my thanks go out to him, as well! The attendee count gets higher by the day! Oh, this will be so much fun!
Pat Rand, FSGS Vendor Chair has gotten so many great vendors that we are doing some major re-arranging and plotting of the vendor space. Be sure to bring your shopping money for the Holidays! Your genealogy friends will love you when you tell them you have purchased their gift directly from the vendors at the FSGS Conference! Oh, you must get a special treat for yourself, too!!
Well, this last week has been a rush...the syllabus is now at the printers: Thank you so much Linda Hudson of Treasure Coast Genealogical Society in Ft. Pierce. She has kept me organized and done a wonderful job creating what we hope will be a useful and informative tool for conference attendees!
Don Pulkit of the Genealogical Society of South Brevard is busily preparing the name badges and my thanks go out to him, as well! The attendee count gets higher by the day! Oh, this will be so much fun!
Pat Rand, FSGS Vendor Chair has gotten so many great vendors that we are doing some major re-arranging and plotting of the vendor space. Be sure to bring your shopping money for the Holidays! Your genealogy friends will love you when you tell them you have purchased their gift directly from the vendors at the FSGS Conference! Oh, you must get a special treat for yourself, too!!
Monday, October 26, 2009
Discounted Hotel Reservations
Hi Everyone,
I got a phone call the other day from a lady who was making reservations at the Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place to come to the FSGS 33rd Annual Genealogical Conference. She told me that the block of rooms assigned to our group was full!!!! (Hooray) This attendee was able to get a reservation, but had to pay a few dollars more. (Boooo!!). I sent a quick note to our hotel contact, Mr. David Domske, and he immediately added more rooms to our block. (Only until Nov 9th!! After that you will have to ask for the Front Desk, to make your reservation)
When you call for your reservation, please be sure to say your are with, "Florida State Genealogical Society." Not just FSGS; please say the complete name. Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place (800-437-8010) is doing whatever they can to accommodate our guests.
Let me know if you have any questions!
I got a phone call the other day from a lady who was making reservations at the Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place to come to the FSGS 33rd Annual Genealogical Conference. She told me that the block of rooms assigned to our group was full!!!! (Hooray) This attendee was able to get a reservation, but had to pay a few dollars more. (Boooo!!). I sent a quick note to our hotel contact, Mr. David Domske, and he immediately added more rooms to our block. (Only until Nov 9th!! After that you will have to ask for the Front Desk, to make your reservation)
When you call for your reservation, please be sure to say your are with, "Florida State Genealogical Society." Not just FSGS; please say the complete name. Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place (800-437-8010) is doing whatever they can to accommodate our guests.
Let me know if you have any questions!
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Only registered for one day...few tips!
Hi everyone,
If you are planning to register for one day at the FSGS 2009 Conference in Melbourne, what will you do for lunch? I have the perfect solution: Purchase a lunch ticket!!
Visiting with others who have the same interests and passion: Priceless!!
If you are planning to register for one day at the FSGS 2009 Conference in Melbourne, what will you do for lunch? I have the perfect solution: Purchase a lunch ticket!!
- Friday; On the registration form, see "NEW, FRIDAY LUNCH TICKET $15.00"
- Saturday; On the registration form, see "MEALS FOR ADDITIONAL GUESTS, Saturday Lunch $22.00
Visiting with others who have the same interests and passion: Priceless!!
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Vendor Hall will be the Hottest one yet!!
Thanks to the consistent efforts of Pat Rand, FSGS Vendor Chair, the 2009 FSGS 33rd Annual Conference Vendor Hall is looking Hot, Hot, Hot!!! You could do some major Christmas/Hanukkah shopping for your favorite genealogist: YOU!!...and maybe a friend or two!!
Our Keynote Speaker, Craig R. Scott, M.A., C.G., is also owner of Heritage Books, Inc., a genealogical publishing firm with over 4,000 books in print. Normally, you will find Heritage Books at national and regional conferences, only. However, due to many things falling into place in OUR favor...FSGS 2009 Conference Attendees will be able to shop Heritage's many selections in OUR vendor hall!! Thank you, Craig!
Other popular vendors you will see: APG-FL Chapter, Heritage Makers, Florida Historical Society and at least 10 other Genealogy Societies from around the state, Huxford-Spear Genealogy Library, Morse Family Society/Sons of American Revolution(SAR), Book Sales and signings by popular authors, George Morgan and Drew Smith, and more!!!
If you are not registered for the conference, there is still time!!
Our Keynote Speaker, Craig R. Scott, M.A., C.G., is also owner of Heritage Books, Inc., a genealogical publishing firm with over 4,000 books in print. Normally, you will find Heritage Books at national and regional conferences, only. However, due to many things falling into place in OUR favor...FSGS 2009 Conference Attendees will be able to shop Heritage's many selections in OUR vendor hall!! Thank you, Craig!
Other popular vendors you will see: APG-FL Chapter, Heritage Makers, Florida Historical Society and at least 10 other Genealogy Societies from around the state, Huxford-Spear Genealogy Library, Morse Family Society/Sons of American Revolution(SAR), Book Sales and signings by popular authors, George Morgan and Drew Smith, and more!!!
If you are not registered for the conference, there is still time!!
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Is the Friday night banquet part of my registration fee?
Yes!! If you paid for a full 2 day registration, your Friday night meal at the Florida Pioneer Descendant Awards and FSGS Awards Banquet IS included!! I have heard from past years attendees that, "I did not know I could go to the banquet?" Not only that, Saturday Lunch is also part of the deal!!
Now, the Florida Pioneer Reception, which is held just previous to the banquet, is also for everyone, but with a cash bar. This is a great time to discuss the lectures you heard during the day, the door prizes and awesome purchases you found in the Vendor Hall, who has a new grandchild, who has retired, and all the news you rarely get to share with your fellow genealogists!!
If perhaps you choose to, or can only, attend one day of the FSGS 33rd Annual Conference, you may still purchase a Friday night Banquet ticket, for an adult or child's meal. In addition to that, you can get a Saturday Lunch meal if you are only going to attend the Conference on Saturday. Visit the website at http://flsgs.org for details to purchase.
Now, the Florida Pioneer Reception, which is held just previous to the banquet, is also for everyone, but with a cash bar. This is a great time to discuss the lectures you heard during the day, the door prizes and awesome purchases you found in the Vendor Hall, who has a new grandchild, who has retired, and all the news you rarely get to share with your fellow genealogists!!
If perhaps you choose to, or can only, attend one day of the FSGS 33rd Annual Conference, you may still purchase a Friday night Banquet ticket, for an adult or child's meal. In addition to that, you can get a Saturday Lunch meal if you are only going to attend the Conference on Saturday. Visit the website at http://flsgs.org for details to purchase.
Friday, September 18, 2009
What does my registration include?
This is a question that I was asked recently and it was a good one! When you register for the FSGS Conference, here is what you get:
- Entrance to all lectures for 13-14 November 2009
- Eligibility for door prizes, and lots of them!
- Dinner Friday night at the Florida Pioneer and FSGS Awards Banquet...and entertainment!
- Luncheon on Saturday
- Free 15 Minute Consultation with a professional genealogist (Pre-Registration required with APG-FL during times specified in syllabus)
- Unlimited visitation to the Vendor Hall (open to the public, but if you register for 2 days, you can visit all day!!)
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