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'''What are the benefits for becoming a member of the society?''' | '''What are the benefits for becoming a member of the society?''' | ||
*Networking with other researchers at meetings and the Annual Seminar. | *Networking with other researchers at meetings and the Annual Seminar. | ||
'''What are the benefits the society has to offer for those who are not members?''' | '''What are the benefits the society has to offer for those who are not members?''' | ||
*Non members have use of the PGSM website which contains pertinent information to Polish research and are always welcome to attend regular monthly meetings and seminars. | *Non members have use of the PGSM website which contains pertinent information to Polish research and are always welcome to attend regular monthly meetings and seminars. | ||
== History of the society == | == History of the society == | ||
*The Society was founded in June, 1978 in Hamtramck, Michigan. | *The Society was founded in June, 1978 in Hamtramck, Michigan. Its first workshop was held in the Explorer Room of the Detroit Public Library a few months later. Eventually the newsletter turned into the Society's journal, first called <u>The Eaglet</u> and later renamed the <u>Polish Eaglet</u>. | ||
*In 2008, PGSM celebrated its 30th anniversary with a dinner at the American Polish Cultural Center in Troy Michigan. | *In 2008, PGSM celebrated its 30th anniversary with a dinner at the American Polish Cultural Center in Troy Michigan. | ||
*In 2013, PGSM celebrates its 35th anniversary with a research seminar and dinner at the American Polish Cultural Center in Troy Michigan. <br> | *In 2013, PGSM celebrates its 35th anniversary with a research seminar and dinner at the American Polish Cultural Center in Troy Michigan. <br> | ||
*The Society has two awards as a means of thanking those who contribute to the genealogical community. | *The Society has two awards as a means of thanking those who contribute to the genealogical community. The Reymont Award is given to members who have demonstrated a committment to preserving Polish genealogy and its history. The Dziękuję Award is given to members or non-members for their efforts in developing projects related to Polish research and history. | ||
*The Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan is a member society of the United Polish Genealogical Societies which meets | |||
*The Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan has delegates to the MIchigan Genealogical Council and the Federated Genealogical Society. | *The Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan is a member society of the United Polish Genealogical Societies which meets biennially in Salt Lake City. | ||
*Mission of the Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan: To promote and encourage research in Polish genealogy, as well as the preservation of historical materials which aid in the documentation of family histories. | *The Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan has delegates to the MIchigan Genealogical Council and the Federated Genealogical Society. | ||
*Mission of the Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan: To promote and encourage research in Polish genealogy, as well as the preservation of historical materials which aid in the documentation of family histories. PGSM is dedicated to educating its members and the public about Polish genealogy, genealogical research methods and techniques as well as the Polish culture. | |||
== Society Officers == | == Society Officers == | ||
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=== Current Projects === | === Current Projects === | ||
*Sacred Heart of St. Mary Cemetery (Detroit, Wayne | *Sacred Heart of St. Mary Cemetery (Detroit, Wayne Co., Michigan) Transcriptions | ||
=== FamilySearch Wiki Projects === | === FamilySearch Wiki Projects === | ||
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*<br> | *<br> | ||
== Website and Facebook | == Website and Facebook == | ||
*https://www.facebook.com/groups/84920869072/ | *https://www.facebook.com/groups/84920869072/ | ||
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== Journal/Publications == | == Journal/Publications == | ||
*The <u>Polish Eaglet</u> (published 3x/year, Spring, Summer, Fall editions) | *The <u>Polish Eaglet</u> (published 3x/year, Spring, Summer, Fall editions) | ||
*Back issues, | *Back issues, also available on a DVD, may be purchased from the Society: [http://www.pgsm.org/sales.htm http://www.pgsm.org/sales.htm] | ||
== Newsletters == | == Newsletters == | ||
*Our <u>News From the Nest,</u> with updated Information on Society Projects, Events and Members, is normally published at times between the publication of our journal, <u>Polish Eaglet,</u> | *Our <u>News From the Nest,</u> with updated Information on Society Projects, Events and Members, is normally published at times between the publication of our journal, <u>Polish Eaglet,</u> and sent to members electronically (as an attachment to e-mail). For those without the benefit of e-mail or access to the website, it is sent by postal carrier. | ||
== Collections == | == Collections == | ||
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*Indexes for records about this area | *Indexes for records about this area | ||
**Where the index is located (online, book, or on site) | **Where the index is located (online, book, or on site) | ||
*Look ups, and copying records from local repositories, if any (here or in Q & A below) | *Look ups, and copying records from local repositories, if any (here or in Q & A below) | ||
**Directions on how your society does this, and sends the information back to the patron | **Directions on how your society does this, and sends the information back to the patron | ||
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*(also include society trips to areas of interest here, in workshops, or in training below) | *(also include society trips to areas of interest here, in workshops, or in training below) | ||
*Federated Genealogical Societies conference in Fort Wayne, Indiana, August 21-24, 2013 | *Federated Genealogical Societies conference in Fort Wayne, Indiana, August 21-24, 2013 | ||
*Archives of Michigan, Lansing Michigan, Saturday, September 21, 2013. | *Archives of Michigan, Lansing Michigan, Saturday, September 21, 2013. Tour of the Archives of Michigan and research trip. | ||
=== Society Meetings === | === Society Meetings === | ||
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*American Polish Cultural Center, Troy, Michigan. | *American Polish Cultural Center, Troy, Michigan. | ||
*Keynote speaker is Ceil Wendt Jensen CG and Kris Rzepczynski, Senior Archivist, Michigan Archives. | *Keynote speaker is Ceil Wendt Jensen CG and Kris Rzepczynski, Senior Archivist, Michigan Archives. | ||
*Details are on the PGSM website: | *Details are on the PGSM website: http://www.pgsm.org/seminarfeatured.htm | ||
=== Board Meetings === | === Board Meetings === | ||
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=== Training Meetings === | === Training Meetings === | ||
*Meetings and Research Programs are generally held the 3rd Saturday of March, April, May, June, September, October & November at locations throughout southeast Michigan. Member and guest speakers are featured. Check the website for details.<br>The Annual Fall Seminar is a full day of lectures by experienced and noted Polish genealogical researchers, as well as a time for networking with others. <br> | *Meetings and Research Programs are generally held the 3rd Saturday of March, April, May, June, September, October & November at locations throughout southeast Michigan. Member and guest speakers are featured. Check the website for details.<br>The Annual Fall Seminar is a full day of lectures by experienced and noted Polish genealogical researchers, as well as a time for networking with others. <br> | ||
== Frequently Asked Questions == | == Frequently Asked Questions == | ||
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'''How does a person become a member?''' | '''How does a person become a member?''' | ||
There are four levels of membership levels with PGSM: Regular/Household ($25), Patron ($50), Supporting ($100) and Lifetime ($300). Membership is based on the receipt of three Polish Eaglets per year, except for Lifetime membership. An application form is available on the society website: [http://www.pgsm.org http://www.pgsm.org] | There are four levels of membership levels with PGSM: Regular/Household ($25), Patron ($50), Supporting ($100) and Lifetime ($300). Membership is based on the receipt of three Polish Eaglets per year, except for Lifetime membership. An application form is available on the society website: [http://www.pgsm.org http://www.pgsm.org] | ||
'''Do members help with genealogical research and lookups?''' | '''Do members help with genealogical research and lookups?''' | ||
Some members offer small, free lookups for those needing assistance with their research. Some also assist at some local LDS Family History Centers in the Detroit Metropolitan area where help is available. | Some members offer small, free lookups for those needing assistance with their research. Some also assist at some local LDS Family History Centers in the Detroit Metropolitan area where help is available. | ||
'''How can I attend meetings? | '''How can I attend meetings? Where are they held?''' | ||
The Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan meets in various locations, usually libraries, around the Detroit metro area on the third Saturday of each month except December, January, February, July and August, unless otherwise noted on the website. The general membership meetings are held from 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. | The Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan meets in various locations, usually libraries, around the Detroit metro area on the third Saturday of each month except December, January, February, July and August, unless otherwise noted on the website. The general membership meetings are held from 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Our website [http://www.pgsm.org http://www.pgsm.org] lists the meeting locations and specifics about each meeting. Meetings are open to the public. | ||
== Nearby or Alternate Repositories == | == Nearby or Alternate Repositories == | ||