AncestrySeeking Newsletter August 2025
AncestrySeeking Newsletter August 2025 |
| Welcome to the August Issue of Ancestry Seeking! As summer winds down and September approaches, it’s the perfect time to spark new discoveries in your family history journey. This month, I’m excited to launch the very first Mini Webinar Series, Spark Your Story, beginning September 1, 2025. Whether you’re brand new to genealogy or just looking for fresh inspiration, these short, practical sessions will help you take meaningful steps to preserve and explore your family history without feeling overwhelmed. Plus, I’ve included helpful blog posts, tips, and resources to guide you along the way. |
| New Free Mini Webinar Series Launching September 1, 2025 |
 Series 1: Spark Your StoryReady to begin your family history journey? This 6-part mini webinar series is the perfect place to start, quick, approachable, and packed with practical tips.What’s Inside:Easy Ways to Begin Your Family History JourneyWho’s Who: Understanding Family RelationshipsAsk Before It’s Too Late: 5 Questions for Your EldersYour Story Matters Too: Capturing Your Own LegacyFamily History in 5 Minutes a DayWhat DNA Can Really Tell You, And What It Can’tEach webinar is under 10 minutes and comes with a free downloadable guide or worksheet.The Bigger JourneyThis is just the first of four themed series designed to take you step by step. Want to plan ahead? Each Series launches on the dates listed below. Spark Your Story Series (Beginners) (September 1st)Safeguarding Your Family History Series (September 7th)Organizing and Sharing Your Legacy Series (September 14th)Unlocking with AI & Innovation Series (September 21st) 👉 Sign up today to access Spark Your Story the moment it’s released on September 1, 2025, and start uncovering your family’s story! Go to Ancestryseeking.com for more information. |
UPCOMING WEBINAR  Old Buncombe County Genealogical SocietySeptember 20th, 2025 2:00-3:00 p.m.OBCGS.com Other Events Worth Digging IntoEast Coast Genetic Genealogy Conference 2025 (ECGGC)** Dates: September 12–14, 2025- East Coast Genetic Genealogy Conference 2025 Genealogy Term of the Month: Pedigree Collapse Pedigree Collapse is when the same ancestor appears in your tree more than once (cousins marrying cousins). DNA Tip – Check the Longest Segment, Not Just Total cM  When you’re looking at DNA matches, it’s easy to focus only on the total centimorgans (cM) shared. But don’t overlook the longest segment of shared DNA.A long segment (over 20–30 cM) often points to a more recent shared ancestor, even if the total cM looks small.Short, scattered segments might come from far back in your family tree or could be “false positives.”Some testing sites (like MyHeritage and GEDmatch) show this information, use it to help separate close, meaningful matches from noise. “Did You Know?”Ellis Island wasn’t the first immigrant station. Before Ellis Island opened in 1892, over 8 million immigrants were processed at Castle Garden in New York. |
| Genealogy Tip of the Month! |
 Can I Do Genealogy Without a Paid Subscription? Exploring Free Tools and Resources for Budget-Friendly Family History ResearchWhen you’re first diving into family history, it’s natural to wonder: Do I really need to pay for a subscription to research my genealogy? The good news is—no, you don’t have to spend a dime to get started. Paid subscriptions can offer huge advantages, but there are plenty of free tools and resources that can help you explore your roots on a budget.Let’s look at what you can do for free, and when it might make sense to consider upgrading. Read more |
| Family History in 5 Minutes a Day: Small Habits, Big Discoveries |
Think you need hours of free time and a library full of records to dive into your family history? Think again.The truth is some of the most powerful genealogical discoveries start with just five minutes a day. By building small, consistent habits into your daily routine, you can grow your tree, preserve precious memories, and strengthen your family, legacy without feeling overwhelmed. Read more |
| Ask Before It’s Too Late: 5 Questions for Your Elders |
 Time has a way of slipping past us, and with it, irreplaceable stories and memories. If you’re interested in family history, now is the moment to reach out to your elders — before their voices become silent chapters in your family’s story. You don’t need hours or fancy equipment. Just a quiet conversation, a curious heart, and the right questions. Here are five powerful questions you can ask today to capture the legacy of your loved ones while you still have the chance: Read more In my next newsletter, learn about”Start with What You Know:” How to Build a Simple Family Tree from MemoryThank you for being part of this journey! Wishing you success in search,Barbara Beauregard4i***@*************ng.com |
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