Update of Upcoming Events from Jonesborough Genealogical Society:

Coming in October:

October 31- Haunts and Happenings - downtown Jonesborough 6-9 pm. Need a few volunteers. WE NEED LOTS OF CANDY FOR THIS EVENT - LAST YEAR GAVE OUT 6000 PIECES. You may drop off candy at Help Night, Genealogy Day, or my home, 110 Jackson Ln, Jonesborough.

Coming in November:

On Thursday, November 14th, The JGS will host Stephanie Hamilton Dwyer, with a program entitled “Social Media and Other Free Internet Sites for Genealogy Research” at the Washington County- Jonesborough Library, 200 Sabin Drive, Jonesborough, at 6:30 pm.

Stephanie Hamilton Dwyer has always been interested in family history. However, after her father passed away in 2011, her interest evolved into almost an obsession. In the first years, she often spent six to eight hours daily researching. After joining the National Genealogical Society, she completed many of its courses. In addition to research, Stephanie enjoys reading genealogy and history books and attending webinars. She joined the Daughters of the American Revolution in 2019 and is part of the State of Franklin Chapter. She is also a member of the Jonesborough Genealogical Society.

Stephanie created her first Facebook group to share her research with her father's family. She later established two community genealogy groups and currently manages several other genealogy groups. In 2021, Meta invited her to join "Facebook Power Admins Global," a group for the top one percent of group administrators worldwide. Being recognized as a "Power Admin" led to an invitation for Stephanie to study and test to become a Meta-certified community manager across all their platforms. She recertified in 2024. Stephanie is currently pursuing a certification in genealogy.

Saturday, November 16 - 11:00 am - 2 pm. Holiday luncheon and Dirty Santa gift exchange at the Eureka Inn. Bring a side dish or dessert and a $10-15 gift - the Society will provide meats and drinks. Please rsvp by November 14 to me at tmbrnt@gmail.com or 757-650-5873.

Saturday, November 23 - 9:30 am- Board of Directors Meeting at the Jonesborough Library.

In December, we will be decorating a tree in the parlor of the Chester Inn Museum and also one at the visitors center. Watch for details about times.

Theresa Bryant, President, JGS

NEW! Check out the website for the Jonesborough Genealogical Society Events Calendar for the year! 

https://jgstn.org/events/

Williamson County Public Library

https://www.wcpltn.org/177/Special-Collections

NGS 2023 SLAM! Idea Showcase Winner

The Hatcher Family: Roots from Owen Hill Road    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=riYqdExAYVk