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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250517T123000
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SUMMARY:GCG May 2025 meeting
DESCRIPTION:AGM followed by our speaker Stephanie van Gaalen from Archives NZ. \nA general overview of records at Archives and finding records in our database Collections search
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-may-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250419T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250419T160000
DTSTAMP:20250414T082338Z
CREATED:20250206T091549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T082338Z
UID:5231-1745069400-1745078400@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Apr 2025 meeting
DESCRIPTION:Q&A session \nDiscussion on Genealogical apps for smart phones.
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-apr-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250315T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250315T160000
DTSTAMP:20250310T211319Z
CREATED:20250131T074829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T211319Z
UID:5229-1742045400-1742054400@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Mar 2025 meeting
DESCRIPTION:From Gears to Google: The Evolution of Computing with Alan Cobcroft \nDid you know that the origins of computing date back to mechanical devices like the abacus and Charles Babbage’s early engines? \nJoin us as Alan Cobcroft takes us on a journey through the fascinating evolution of computing—from 19th-century innovations to the digital age. With a career in IT dating back to the 1970s\, Alan has witnessed the remarkable shift from room-sized mainframes to the powerful devices we use today. \nDon’t miss this captivating presentation—perfect for tech enthusiasts\, history buffs\, and family historians alike!
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-mar-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250215T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250215T160000
DTSTAMP:20250206T093029Z
CREATED:20250131T074634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T093029Z
UID:5226-1739626200-1739635200@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Feb 2025 meeting
DESCRIPTION:Q&A session. \nAlso Simon Young would like to share a few words about the Family History Storytelling platform he is building called “One Ancestor at a time” \nIt will help people turn their family tree into a book that other family members will want to read\, assisted by AI.  \nHe is looking for people he can take through his very rough draft and is asking for feedback on the process. 
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-feb-2025-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241116T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241116T160000
DTSTAMP:20241111T004803Z
CREATED:20241111T004612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T004803Z
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SUMMARY:GCG Nov 2024 meeting
DESCRIPTION:This month we will be having a Christmas themed event with a Q&A session. \nJoin us for the afternoon. Food will be provided.
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-nov-2024-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241019T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241019T160000
DTSTAMP:20241016T085602Z
CREATED:20241016T085602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T085602Z
UID:5060-1729344600-1729353600@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Oct 2024 meeting
DESCRIPTION:This month’s speaker will be Gay Williams. \nGay will be talking on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Genealogy. \n 
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-oct-2024-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240921T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240921T160000
DTSTAMP:20240908T050051Z
CREATED:20240908T045735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240908T050051Z
UID:5023-1726925400-1726934400@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Sept 2024 meeting
DESCRIPTION:This month’s speaker will be Bryn Smith. \nBryn will be talking on using maps to enhance your ancestor’s story. \n 
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-sept-2024-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240812
DTSTAMP:20240404T020804Z
CREATED:20240310T102038Z
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UID:4450-1723161600-1723420799@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:AUCKLAND FAMILY HISTORY EXPO WEEKEND 9th - 11th Aug 2024
DESCRIPTION:Auckland Family History Expo 2024 | Tāmaki Huinga Tātai Kōrero \nAuckland Libraries and the Genealogical Computing Group  (an interest group of the NZ Society of Genealogists) proudly present a weekend-long event covering a wide range of topics on researching genealogy and family history. \n2024 is the tenth anniversary of our first Expo and we plan to make it an extra special one in celebration. \nJoin us on Friday 9 August to Sunday 11 August 2024 at the Fickling Convention Centre \, 546 Mt Albert Rd\, Three Kings. \n\nFriday 9 August 2024: Opening event $34.05 per person to cover catering expenses.\nSaturday 10 August 2024: Free entrance for all.\nSunday 11 August 2024: Free entrance for all.\n\nTake advantage of our free seminars\, from beginner to advanced\, computer-based tutorials\, ask-an-expert sessions and research assistance on Saturday 10 August and Sunday 11 August. No booking required. Bring your laptops to take full advantage of the workshops and tutorials. \nFurther details at www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/family-history-expo.aspx \nTo purchase tickets for the opening event on Friday 9 August 2024 go to: \nhttps://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2024/2024-auckland-family-history-expo-tamaki-huinga-tatai-korero/auckland/three-kings \n  \nLATEST UPDATE: \nWe are delighted to announce that we have confirmed one of our main keynote speakers: \nDr Sophie Kay \nhttps://www.khronicle.co.uk/ \nKronicle (UK) \nFrom DNA to historical maps\, from research methods to historical occupations\, Dr. Sophie Kay is a UK-based professional genealogist and geneticist at Khronicle® (www.khronicle.co.uk) who loves all manner of family history research challenges. She’s the Ancestry and Genealogy Expert for popular archaeology show\, Time Team; the specialist DNA Tutor for the Institute of Heraldic and Genealogical Studies; and teaches courses in historical mapping techniques and research methodology at Pharos Tutors. She’s also a Member of AGRA\, a UK organisation of professional family historians. When she’s not delving into clients’ DNA results\, poring over archival documents or teaching genealogy\, Sophie writes articles for her family history blog\, The Parchment Rustler (www.parchmentrustler.com)\, where she shares tips\, tricks and strategies for making the most of your ancestral research journey. \n 
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/auckland-family-history-expo-weekend-9-11th-aug-2024/
LOCATION:Fickling Centre\, 546 Mount Albert Road\, Three Kings\, Auckland\, 1042\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240720T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240720T160000
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UID:4972-1721482200-1721491200@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG July 2024 meeting
DESCRIPTION:This month’s speaker will be Mark McKinney who has designed his own genealogical database.\nMark will be taking us through his various features and development journey over many years to now have 23GB of data and 4700 files. \n 
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-july-2024-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240615T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240615T160000
DTSTAMP:20240513T042538Z
CREATED:20240421T234422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T042538Z
UID:4803-1718458200-1718467200@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG June 2024 meeting
DESCRIPTION:The GCG will be holding it’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) followed by a presentation on the NZSG website by Melanie Middleton. \n“All the things that members are missing out on by not becoming familiar with the website. There is a huge amount of information available on our website that members do not access. This information is provided specifically for members to help further their research. I would take your members through a short tour of the website to show them how much they are missing out on”. \n 
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-june-2024-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240518T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240518T160000
DTSTAMP:20240403T233947Z
CREATED:20240311T015657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T233947Z
UID:4461-1716039000-1716048000@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG May 2024 meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dorothy Walker will be talking about the Society of Genealogists (SOG) \n 
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-may-2024-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240420T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240420T160000
DTSTAMP:20240404T000735Z
CREATED:20240310T234037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T000735Z
UID:4459-1713619800-1713628800@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Apr 2024 meeting
DESCRIPTION:Luke Howison is going to present to us about his website NZ Ancestor Search Helper. \nhttps://ash.howison.co.nz/ https://archway.howison.co.nz/  
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-apr-2024-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240316T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240316T160000
DTSTAMP:20240310T092228Z
CREATED:20240310T012456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240310T092228Z
UID:4444-1710595800-1710604800@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Mar 2024 meeting
DESCRIPTION:The GCG Committee invites you to join us by Zoom to our public meeting at 1:30pm Saturday 16th March 24 \nThe Zoom session will open at approx. 1:20pm to allow all to connect. John Soppet will be the Host. \nAt times\, it may be necessary to mute all except those speaking to reduce chatter. During that time\, if you wish to speak – raise your hand. \nAuckland members\, please come to the NZSG FRC as usual. We need to have a decent live audience. Especially so our ‘out of town’ members can see who you all are. \nThis session will be\, “Question and Answer”. To give us a ‘heads up’ please send questions ahead of time to John at  jonsops@gmail.com cc bryns@xtra.co.nz \nWe also welcome any tips & finds you may have come across in your research so do please come along and share with the group.  \nJohn Soppet is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86833029055?pwd=R2NZWm5Dd1Vxa3Z6TjFicGRzUnlqdz09 \nMeeting ID: 868 3302 9055 \nPasscode: 127432 \n  \nThe session will run until 2:30 pm\, or if there are more unanswered questions\, carry on to 3pm. \nWe look forward to seeing you there. \n 
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-mar-2024-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240217T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240217T160000
DTSTAMP:20240212T100939Z
CREATED:20240212T100939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T100939Z
UID:4374-1708176600-1708185600@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Feb 2024 meeting
DESCRIPTION:This month we will be having a Q&A session where members & visitors can put forward questions and hopefully we can provide solutions or advice. We also welcome any tips & finds you may have come across over the holiday period so do please come along and share with the group. 
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-feb-2024-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231118T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231118T160000
DTSTAMP:20240310T011709Z
CREATED:20230906T111637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240310T011709Z
UID:4233-1700314200-1700323200@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Nov 2023 meeting
DESCRIPTION:This month we are hosting a “Christmas Special” – free research all day at the FRC with a Christmas lunch provided.  \nGCG will pay for the use of the Library for each of our members.\nFor catering purposes could you please RSVP your attendance to either Dorothy or Chris (contact details on the Contact us page) by 14th Nov.
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-nov-2023-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231021T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20231021T160000
DTSTAMP:20230926T105654Z
CREATED:20230906T110545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T105654Z
UID:4219-1697895000-1697904000@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Oct 2023 meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dorothy Walker will be speaking on “Simple Enhancing & repairing of old Photos”.
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-oct-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230916T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230916T160000
DTSTAMP:20230908T104319Z
CREATED:20230518T113407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T104319Z
UID:4058-1694871000-1694880000@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Sept 2023 meeting
DESCRIPTION:Lorraine Rice will be speaking on Maori Research at the FRC including looking at some associated websites.
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-sept-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230814
DTSTAMP:20230906T111456Z
CREATED:20230402T102637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T111456Z
UID:3785-1691798400-1691971199@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:AUCKLAND FAMILY HISTORY EXPO WEEKEND 12 - 13th Aug 2023
DESCRIPTION:Auckland Family History Expo 2023 | Tāmaki Huinga Tātai Kōrero \nAuckland Libraries and the Genealogical Computing Group  (an interest group of the NZ Society of Genealogists) proudly present a weekend-long event covering a wide range of topics on researching genealogy and family history. \nFriday 11 August 8.30am to Sunday 13 August 5pm \nCome and see us at the Fickling Convention Centre.\n546 Mount Albert Road\, Three Kings\, Auckland. \n  \nSpeakers: Please go to https://www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/family-history-expo-speakers.aspx for a full list of the speakers \nSeminar sessions day 1\, go to https://www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/family-history-expo-day1.aspx \nSeminar sessions day 2\, go to https://www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/family-history-expo-day2.aspx \nExhibitors: refer to link below for more detail \nRaffles: $5 for 3 tickets. Prizes range from magazine subscriptions through to subscriptions to family history websites and DNA kits! \nSponsors: refer to link below for more detail \nFurther details at www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/family-history-expo.aspx \nFamily Tree Plus Special Offer for Auckland Expo.  Find out more at: Family Tree magazine and Auckland FH Expo 2023 poster.pdf
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/auckland-family-history-expo-weekend-2023/
LOCATION:Fickling Centre\, 546 Mount Albert Road\, Three Kings\, Auckland\, 1042\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230811T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230811T203000
DTSTAMP:20240404T014952Z
CREATED:20230402T095445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T014952Z
UID:3776-1691773200-1691785800@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:AUCKLAND FAMILY HISTORY EXPO 2023 OPENING EVENT 11th Aug
DESCRIPTION:Family History Expo opening reception for speakers\, exhibitors\, and the general public. \nBookings: $25 a ticket\, numbers limited\, bookings essential. \nEntry only by pre-paid booking. No door sales. No refunds (unless the event is cancelled). If you are unable to come\, tickets can be transferred to someone else. \nProgramme:\n5pm: Refreshments and canapes\, mix and mingle\n6pm: Expo keynote speaker – Brad Argent – Ancestry\n7pm: Family History Friday’s LIVE! with Jason Reeve (Ancestry AU & NZ – platinum sponsor)\, Auckland Council Libraries’ Seonaid Harvey and Talking Family History’s Michelle Patient and Fiona Brooker.\n8pm: Q&A session and interactive discussion.\n8.30pm: Close \nFor more detail go to the Auckland Council Libraries page below: \nhttps://www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/family-history-expo-opening.aspx \nand to buy tickets go to the Eventfinda site: \nAuckland Family History Expo – Auckland – Eventfinda
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/auckland-family-history-expo-2023-opening-event/
LOCATION:Fickling Centre\, 546 Mount Albert Road\, Three Kings\, Auckland\, 1042\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230715T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230715T160000
DTSTAMP:20230906T124515Z
CREATED:20230518T113137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T124515Z
UID:4056-1689427800-1689436800@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG July 2023 meeting
DESCRIPTION:We will be holding our AGM followed by a Q&A session where local expertise will help to answer any queries. We hope to have support from members & committee with knowledge on various programs and aspects of Genealogical research. We would also encourage input from the floor with perhaps demonstrations on how each program does the same thing. \nPlease send your questions to us before the meeting so that we can ensure that the answers can be available.
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-july-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230617T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230617T160000
DTSTAMP:20230906T111335Z
CREATED:20230518T112949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T111335Z
UID:4054-1687008600-1687017600@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG June 2023 meeting
DESCRIPTION:John Soppet will be speaking on “Choosing Genealogical software”.
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-june-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230520T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230520T160000
DTSTAMP:20230906T111326Z
CREATED:20230418T012103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T111326Z
UID:3844-1684589400-1684598400@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG May 2023 meeting
DESCRIPTION:Robyn Williams will be speaking on “Researching the NZSG Library Catalogue & easy ways to search for what you are looking for”
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-may-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230427T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230427T200000
DTSTAMP:20230908T104803Z
CREATED:20230427T070002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T104803Z
UID:3853-1682622000-1682625600@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG "ANZAC Special" 27th April 2023
DESCRIPTION:“ANZAC Special” \nJohn Soppet and the GCG committee are inviting you to a GCG Online presentation by Bryn Smith.\nBryn will be repeating his talk on “WW2 Convoys- a Mariner’s Service” from our February meeting with a PowerPoint presentation about his father’s WW2 service as a merchant seaman on convoys and some of the types of records and reports that can be found. Included will be many weblinks to his sources of information. \nThis is an opportunity for those that may have been unable to attend at the time & also for other GCG members from around the country. \nTo Join the Zoom Meeting go to:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88271995989?pwd=SzVIc1UzZzRtcHRJY1lScm5jQXkrdz09 \nMeeting ID: 882 7199 5989\nPasscode: 777152 \nThe meeting will be open about 10 minutes before 7pm for setup and general discussion.\nDuring the presentation\, all participants except John and Bryn will be audio muted. \nWe will be monitoring the chat function\, so you can put in questions that Bryn will answer at the end. \nIf you have any issues with joining please contact John directly via email at jonsops@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-anzac-special/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230415T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230415T160000
DTSTAMP:20230906T111240Z
CREATED:20230301T231513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T111240Z
UID:3663-1681565400-1681574400@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG April 2023 meeting
DESCRIPTION:Viv Parker will be speaking on “Popular and Not So Well Known Resources in the NZSG Library…. Have you seen them?”
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-monthly-meeting-april/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230318T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230318T160000
DTSTAMP:20240310T005018Z
CREATED:20230301T105836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240310T005018Z
UID:3655-1679146200-1679155200@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG March 2023 meeting
DESCRIPTION:Jo Cocker will be speaking on the Niche Academy. \nPlease refer to the link below for further information. \nhttps://www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/niche-academy.aspx
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-mar-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230218T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230218T160000
DTSTAMP:20230906T111217Z
CREATED:20230302T003751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T111217Z
UID:3675-1676727000-1676736000@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG Feb 2023 meeting
DESCRIPTION:“WW2 Convoys- a Mariner’s Service” \nBryn Smith will give a talk on discovering my fathers WW2 service as a merchant seaman on convoys and some of the types of records and reports that can be found.
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-feb-meeting/
LOCATION:NZSG FHC\, 159 Queens Road\, Panmure\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gencom.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/gcg-logo-1_2x_2x.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221015T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20221015T153000
DTSTAMP:20220901T105530Z
CREATED:20220830T102440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T105530Z
UID:2783-1665840600-1665847800@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG October Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Viv Parker will be speaking on her involvement at the AFFHO (Australasian Federation of Family History Organisations Inc) Congress held recently on Norfolk Island.
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-oct22-meeting/
LOCATION:Mt Albert Senior Citizen’s Hall\, 3B Wairere Avenue\, Mount Albert\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gencom.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/gcg-logo-1_2x_2x.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220917T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220917T153000
DTSTAMP:20220901T074053Z
CREATED:20220713T114527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T074053Z
UID:1777-1663421400-1663428600@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:GCG September meeting
DESCRIPTION:Pam White will be speaking on using Land research as part of your family history. \nThere will also be a raffle run similarly to the EXPO raffles – 3 for $5 with an impressive list of prizes listed below:- \n\nAuckland Libraries Research Pack\n12 months subscription to Internet Genealogy Magazine PDF copy\nFamily Tree Maker Software – donated by Mackive.com\nHistoric Auckland Passport – concession entry to Alberton and Ewelme Cottage and Highwic.\n12 Months subscription to Legacy Webinars\nFree Family Complimentary Pass to Auckland War Memorial Museum – Ancient Greeks exhibition\nDirector’s choice book – Auckland Museum by David Gaimster – compliments of Auckland War Memorial Museum\n\nTickets on sale at the meeting and you have to be at the meeting to win!!
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/gcg-sept22-meeting/
LOCATION:Mt Albert Senior Citizen’s Hall\, 3B Wairere Avenue\, Mount Albert\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly meetings
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://gencom.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/gcg-logo-1_2x_2x.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220824T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220824T200000
DTSTAMP:20220619T103006Z
CREATED:20220619T102755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220619T103006Z
UID:1569-1661360400-1661371200@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:Post Expo Library Talk - The hidden women of the Cyclopedia of New Zealand with Fiona Brooker\, Memories in Time
DESCRIPTION:This is an interactive in-person only workshop to uncover those ‘hidden’ women who are never mentioned by name in historical documents. \nOutcomes: \n\nIndividual research on women will be added to a central database and available to other family historians\nParticipants practice research skills and are re-energised with a new (short) project.\n\nRefreshments  4-5pm; presentation 5-6pm; workshop 6-8pm \n  \n*Fiona is also a speaker at the Family History Expo\, 12-14 August
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/post-expo-talk/
LOCATION:Auckland Central Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220824T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20220824T130000
DTSTAMP:20220619T102718Z
CREATED:20220518T114636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220619T102718Z
UID:1444-1661342400-1661346000@gencom.org.nz
SUMMARY:Post Expo Library talk - Bookshelf to coffee table - creating a captivating family history with Fiona Brooker\, Memories in Time
DESCRIPTION:The problem with a traditional family history book is that they take a long time to write and then let’s face it they get looked at when they are first received and then put on a bookshelf. We’re going to look at the steps to put together a captivating family history. \n\nIdentify your theme\nKeep it short – think browse\, not read\nGather your resources\nLearn how to use your tools\nPublish and share\nIt’s so much better to have the coffee table version of your family history\, that is picked up and looked at often.\n\n*Fiona is also a speaker at the Family History Expo\, 12-14 August
URL:https://gencom.org.nz/event/post-expo-library-talk-2/
LOCATION:Auckland Central Library
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