Who were the Sherrill family that settled in WNC? What is lore? What is fact?  How did so many of us in western North Carolina find that we may be related? The presentation includes the associated families Enloe, Dobson, Battle & Davidson.

Presenter:  Gary Muffley, Ph.D., OBCGS and DNA Interest Group.

Gary, a native of Nebraska, is a retired clinical psychologist, having provided adult mental health services to VA hospitals and to the British National Health Service in England. Gary has traveled to & researched in many locations, including Switzerland, Netherlands, Sweden, & England. His known ancestries include Germanic Swiss, Swedish, German, Alsatian, French Huguenot, Dutch, English, Scot, Irish, and Cherokee & Choctaw. He has tested all types of DNA: yDNA, autosomal DNA, & mitochondrial DNA.

 

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. There is no charge to attend.

If you are unable to attend, register to receive a link to the recording which is sent 24 hours after the program.  

 

Link to register:  https://www.obcgs.com/event/the-sherrill-family-history/

 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information to join the webinar.

Contact:  amcneill@obcgs.com

Our friends at Historic Rural Hill are inviting us to join them for an enchanting evening of music and the support of a worthy cause at the Sounds of the Highlands Gala! This gala is organized to benefit Historic Rural Hill and the talented musicians of the Cornelius Youth Orchestras. Immerse yourself in the captivating ambiance of Historic Rural Hill, located in Huntersville.

By attending the Sounds of the Highlands Gala, you will not only enjoy an evening of unparalleled musical excellence with delicious dining, but also contribute to the preservation and growth of Historic Rural Hill and the Cornelius Youth Orchestras. Your presence and support will help ensure the continued success of these invaluable organizations, nurturing the talents of young musicians and preserving 265 acres of history and nature.

Cash bar, silent auction, and raffle will be available for other ways to support these two meaningful nonprofits. Black tie optional. Get tickets and more information at Highlands Gala.

* 12 Sessions from seven speakers, including Sunny Jane Morton, LaBrenda Garrett-Nelson, Craig Scott, Lisa Lisson, and Cheri Passey.

* Topics include Finding the Truth in Old Family Stories, Church Records, Digging for Records on FamilySearch, Overcoming Record Loss, Female Research, Research in South Carolina, and Law & Slavery.

* Exhibitor and vendor section.

* Giveaways and door prizes, including books, DNA testing kits, and free subscriptions to genealogy websites and software.

* Catered luncheon.

* Absolutely FREE.

Registration begins September 1. 803-203-9218. yclibrary.org/events. John Skardon, genealogy librarian. john.skardon@yclibrary.org.

The Loch Norman Highland Games is a traditional Scottish festival that takes place annually at Historic Rural Hill, located near the shores of Lake Norman. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the event.

The festival celebrates Scottish heritage and culture through a variety of events, activities, and competitions. Visitors can enjoy traditional Scottish music and dance performances, as well as athletic competitions such as caber tossing, hammer throwing, and tug-of-war.

In addition to the athletic events, there are also cultural demonstrations, including Scottish food and drink, historical reenactments, and educational presentations about Scottish history and culture.

The Loch Norman Highland Games is known for its sense of community and inclusivity. Visitors are encouraged to participate in the events and competitions, and there are activities for all ages, including a children's area.

For tickets and camping passes go to 2024 Loch Norman Games.

The theme for the 2024 National Genealogical Society Conference will be Expanding Possibilities. This conference will be virtual and will run from May 16-18, 2024. Sessions will be focused on innovation and finding new ways to solve problems in genealogy. Attendees can choose from dozens of new lectures for family history researchers at all levels by the nation’s premier genealogical speakers.

Look for more details in upcoming months at ngsgenealogy.org/conferences/.