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Genealogical Round Up, July 1

Headline makes no sense. How are WE the ones responsible for this?? "Genealogists slam new restrictions on Canadian census information"
Genealogists slam new restrictions on Canadian census information

Latest genealogy videos on @RootsTelevision - cemeteries and Angela Walton!
Roots Television | Og Blog

Megan's Roots World: April Grant Awarded
Roots Television | Megan's Roots World: April Grant Awarded

Genealogy interview with Voice of America & comments from abroad
Becoming an Explorer of Your Family History | U.S. History | Learning English

If, like me, you love London, you're going to enjoy this: "You've Got to Love London"
You've Got to Love London - ReflectionOf.Me

Start of Freedmen Letters indexing on Family Search!

Unfortunately, an all too familiar tale
Libraries and Librarians Are Endangered Species: What You Can Do to Help

Genealogy Round Up, June 24

Please come join me on 7/8 in NJ: "TV genealogist talks about family secrets, #genealogy"
TV genealogist talks about family secrets, genealogy @ TR « OCL Press Releases

Where Brian and I were yesterday - was so much fun to watch!
Megan Smolenyak Smolenyak's posterous - Home

With a name like Megan Smolenyak(2), I can relate to this! "What's in a name?"
What's in a name

Oh, no - this is so tempting because I have Ballymoney roots, but I'm already going to Ireland in Aug
Untitled Document

A moving tribute to uncles - and one in particular
A beloved uncle’s passing leads to thoughts of the important role such relatives can play

Pls vote re: possible FDA regulation of #DNA tests. I agree w/options 1 & 2, but went with #2
Science Poll | Twiigs

Thx for the shout-out & photo, Joan! "More #Genealogy Nuggets -Jamboree"
More Genealogy Nuggets -Jamboree Jogging 2010 - Part 3 | Luxegen Genealogy and Family History

Thanks so much, Elyse! Was so delighted to get to meet you!
Jamboree: Day Two (Saturday) | Elyse's Genealogy Blog - StumbleUpon

Joan Jett part-Irish; family tree sports "a ton of Duffys"
Year of the Jett - The Irish Times - Fri, Jun 18, 2010

Genealogy Round Up, June 17

Betty White: White-Hot in Cleveland or Not

Methinks this might create a little confusion
Puerto Rico scraps birth records - USATODAY.com

I defy you to not feel a little bit better about everything after reading this
mental_floss Blog » The Kindness of Strangers

Just the kind of story I like!
Engagement Ring Returned After 57 Years digtriad.com | Triad, NC | Local and State News

Yes! RC records from Cork coming! "Second phase of www.irishgenealogy.ie to be launched"
Irish Genealogy

Had a LOT of fun with Ruth!
Genealogy is Ruthless without Me: Megan Smolenyak x2

Genealogical Round Up, June 10

Why 23andMe’s Sample Swap is Actually an Argument In Favor of DTC Genetic Testing
http://bit.ly/bM0Eml

Whoa! On a lark, I searched for Osturna, the village that all the Smolenyaks trace back to, on YouTube. And this is what I found. Welcome to my roots!
Furmanske preteky Osturna 2008

Unclaimed Persons: Please Tell Someone

Yikes! A good argument for less draconian record-access laws: Irish Couple Discover They Are Siblings
Eastman's Online Genealogy Newsletter: Irish Couple Discover They Are Siblings

Counting the days until we go to www.TurinCastle.com! Can't wait to live like a queen!
Turin Castle - Welcome to Turin Castle, Co.Mayo

Hoping PA will relax its fierce vital records laws. Pennsylvania death certs deserve better access
Roots & Branches: Pennsylvania death certificates deserve better access - Lebanon Daily News

Children of Argentina media magnate forced to undergo #DNA testing - CSMonitor.com

Speaking about DNA, finding the living, and online newspaper resources in October in Louisville, KY
Seminar

Speaking about "Cases That Made My Brain Hurt" on 7/8 in NJ!
OCL CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Genealogical Round Up, May 27

Megan Smolenyak: No Man Left Behind: Not Just an Expression
No Man Left Behind: Not Just an Expression

Love this! Great idea for past-junkies!
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More birds of passage than I thought! "Tenement Museum: What % of immigrants returned to their home lands?
Tenement Museum Blog: Questions for Curatorial: Come and Go

Hope to see you there! "Countdown to Ultimate Family History Event: 41st #Genealogy Jamboree, June 11-13, Burbank
Countdown to the Ultimate Family History Event: 41st Annual Genealogy Jamboree, June 11-13 in Burban

First lady's family tree has deep roots in Henry County - Martinsville Bulletin

Finally got around to adding a Michelle Obama's Roots page to my website. Will add to it over time:
Michelle Obama's Roots - Videos, Articles and Resources

Another state opens records: "Adoptees cheer birth certificate law
Adoptees cheer birth certificate law :: CHICAGO SUN-TIMES :: Politics

My latest HuffPo piece -- Bret Michaels: The #Rusyn Roots of the Rock of Love
Bret Michaels: The Rusyn Roots of the Rock of Love

You tell 'em, Chris! via @huffingtonpost: Congratulations, Mom -- Here's Your Graduation Present
Congratulations, Mom -- Here's Your Graduation Present

They're doing it again! "Naked #Irish farmers in steamy calendar shoot
Naked Irish farmers in steamy calendar shoot | IrishCentral

Genealogy - Family Tree, History, Roots - Family Background, Race, Nationality - AARP

As it happens, I'm going this summer! "Discount vacation in Ireland for Americans with #Irish roots
Discount vacation in Ireland for Americans with Irish roots | Irish News | IrishCentral

I agree with Steve Luxenberg of "Annie's Ghosts" - do you? "Dead and gone and still private"
Dead and gone and still private | freep.com | Detroit Free Press

Genealogical Round Up, May 20

When kin of slaves and owner meet - CNN.com

BBC News - British Library to digitise 40m of its newspaper pages

genealogy, family history, family tree, Who Do You Think You Are - FamilyEducation.com
http://bit.ly/aAhBrS

First Lady Tied to Southside | ABC 13More on Michelle Obama's roots in VA:
First Lady Tied to Southside|ABC 13

Did anyone see this hilarious SNL skit with Betty White? I hope our ancestors took the Census more seriously than she does!
Hulu - Saturday Night Live: Census

Genealogy being spoofed by The Onion! "Tracing Your Genealogy"
Tracing Your Genealogy

Kean University Finds Historic Early Census Count - NYTimes.com

Megan Smolenyak: Michelle Obama's Roots: Dozens of Virginia Cousins
Michelle Obama's Roots: Dozens of Virginia Cousins

Great read that includes www.UnclaimedPersons.org volunteer grp: Unclaimed Kin in Los Angeles Piling Up
Unclaimed Persons - locate the next of kin for unclaimed persons - every life is worth remembering

Register at Bassett center key to (Michelle) Obama research - Martinsville Bulletin
Register at Bassett center key to Obama research - Martinsville Bulletin

Noted Family History Expert Megan Smolenyak Receives Honors from the National Genealogical Society
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Thanks to Vince McCleary for steering me to this video re: FindAGrave.com
Special Report: FindAGrave.com -- WHNT

"Historian who traced first lady's roots to speak in Spartanburg"
Historian who traced first lady's roots to speak in Spartanburg | GoUpstate.com

Yes, completely agree with this. Really tired of being patronized and protected from myself! "bioethicists who say we can't handle DNA info use same argument docs did 25 yrs ago when denying people a diagnosis"
Psychosocial Issues: An International Survey of Physician Attitudes and Practice in Regard to Reveal

Congrats, Kim Garvey! Attendance doubles at Davie library’s annual Genealogy Fair
Attendance doubles at Davie library’s annual Genealogy Fair - Sun Sentinel

Researcher concerns re: digitized recs thru NARA’s digitization partners
NARAtions » Researcher concerns about the digitized records available on the web sites of NARA’s dig

*sigh* More folks trying to "teach" us what we already know: "Genetic Ancestry Testing Needs Stronger Science
Genetic Ancestry Testing Needs Stronger Science, Report Says - Bloomberg.com

Another piece on my girl, Annie! "The secret life behind iconic Irish immigrant Annie Moore
The secret life behind iconic Irish immigrant Annie Moore | Sidewalks by Tom Deignan | IrishCentral

Another great read. Out in paperback if you haven't read it yet!
Steve Luxenberg - Official Website

Genealogical Round Up, May 13

Fun to see rootstelevision video on EllisIsland.org!
Ellis Island - FREE Port of New York Passenger Records Search

Come join me Sat May 15th in Spartanburg, SC! We're going to talk re: #DNA, Michelle Obama's roots & more!
Spartanburg County Public Libraries

Totally agree re: Walgreens & Pathway Genomics
genomeboy.com | Whoa Nellie

Thx @khborges for spotting this gem! DNA song that makes geek in me smile
A Biologist's Mother's Day Song

Nice piece by VOA on popularity of genealogy
TV, Internet Inspire Americans to Search for Ancestors | USA | English

Have long been familiar with this story and recently read the book. I recall from a past article that the author isn't a fan of genetic genealogy, but fortunately, that's not a factor in this book, which is an excellent read. It's not the main thrust, but there's a definite genealogical vibe to it as well.
HBO Plans Film of ‘The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks’ - ArtsBeat Blog - NYTimes.com

Have long been a fan of Story Corps: StoryCorps iPhone app helps you share your family's history
StoryCorps iPhone app helps you share your family's history

If you haven't seen yet, charming video of Bruce #Springsteen w/mom & aunts at Ellis Island!
Annie Moore and Bruce Springsteen: Living the Dream

23andme and Genetic Testing = Consumer Engagement

Wow! Nice review of my WDYTYA book
TV series companion guide a great resource for genealogy | NewsOK.com

Don't agree 100%, but like this piece!
Your Genetic Profile, Now Available In Aisle 10: What's The Big Deal About Pathway, The New Take Hom

How Ellis Island’s First Immigrant, Annie Moore, Became an American Mystery
How Ellis Island’s First Immigrant, Annie Moore, Became an American Mystery -- New York Magazine

The Spittoon » The Widely Whirled New World: A Fresh Look at Latino Genetic Ancestry

1st & only time my name will be in an article w/Susan Sarandon! "Sarandon Searches For Grandma
Susan Sarandon - Sarandon Searches For Grandma On Tv Roots Show - Contactmusic News

Genealogical Round Up, May 6

Did an interview with Peter Barnes re: genealogy: "Finding your family roots - Executive Travel Magazine"
Finding your family roots - Executive Travel Magazine

Comics based on celebrity roots: SJP, Brooke Shields, Sarandon, Broderick, Hanks & Obama (w/Biden)
Comics: Who Do You Think You Are? | Gallery | Wonderwall

Oh . . . my . . . gosh. I love this photo of my WDYTYA book from @InnerCompass! "Proof that I'm learning a lot about genealogy from @MeganSmo... on Twitpic"
Proof that I'm learning a lot about #genealogy from @MeganSmo... on Twitpic

Cremated Remains Build Living Reefs
Happy News - Cremated Remains Build Living Reefs

Interesting stats from Randy via Family Tree Mag: "Genea-Musings: Family Tree Magazine sizes up the Genealogy Market"
Genea-Musings: Family Tree Magazine sizes up the Genealogy Market

Thanks for the shout-out, Amy! "We Tree: Book Review of Who Do You Think You Are?"
We Tree: Book Review of Who Do You Think You Are?

Watch Bruce Springsteen's acceptance speech for Ellis Island Family Heritage Award:
Free Immigration Genealogy Videos on Roots Television: family history, Ellis Island, Europe, Germany

Note the question in the Ancestry ad beneath the photo. Apparently the answer is "family."
Note the question in the Ancestry ad beneath the photo. Apparently the answer is "family."

Prepare to grimace!
AwkwardFamilyPhotos.com

SoCal man gets first name 19 years after birth
SoCal man gets first name 19 years after birth - San Jose Mercury News

Ellis Island Awards: A Useful Reminder of the American Dream
2010 Ellis Island Awards: A Useful Reminder of the American Dream

Genealogical Round Up, April 22

Lisa Kudrow to be on TAVIS SMILEY speaking re: #WDYTYA & other topics
TAVIS SMILEY | Guest: Lisa Kudrow | PBS

Lisa Kudrow and Ellen Talk Family on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show'
Lisa Kudrow and Ellen Talk Family on 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' (VIDEO) - Inside TV

Springsteen, Peterson, Jung & Mutombo! Ellis Island Awards Celebrate Immigration & American Dream on Thursday
Ellis Island Family Heritage Awards Celebrate Immigration and the American Dream (City Guide Magazin

CALL TO ACTION regarding Boston Public Library:  Please help!
RootsWeb: MASSGENCOUNCIL-L [MASSGENCOUNCIL] CALL TO ACTION - Boston Public Library

OK, GW, cough it up! "First president owes library $4,577 and two books"
First president owes library $4,577 and two books

Yes! Our libraries & archives need this! "Hatch wants to create grants to preserve records for genealogists"
Hatch wants to create grants to preserve records for genealogists | Deseret News

Susan Sarandon speaks of her missing grandmother, Anita:
Susan Sarandon: "I don't feel that confident right now" | HollywoodNews.com

WDYTYA book signing at the National Archives on April 14th. Had a blast!
#WDYTYA book signing at the National Archives on April 14th. Had a blast! - Megan Smolenyak Smolenya

Very grateful for all the reviews on my "Who Do You Think You Are?: The Essential Guide to Tracing Your Family History" companion book on Amazon.com!
Who Do You Think You Are?: The Essential Guide to Tracing Your Family History

Thanks, Randy! Genea-Musings: New Roots Television Videos
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If you're enjoying "Who Do You Think You Are?," you might want to consider supporting executive producer Lisa Kudrow in another way by casting a vote for herWeb Therapy series for the Webby Awards. I just did!
YouTube - TheWebbyAwards's Channel

here's an interesting article on the power of DNA, and some nature vs. nurture considerations to ponder...
Switched at Birth

Thanks so much, Jay! Was great to see you in FL! Four Generations Genealogy: Nova, Smolenyak and WDYTYA
Four Generations Genealogy: Nova, Smolenyak and WDYTYA

Genealogy Round Up, April 1

Change of #WDYTYA schedule:
SCGSGenealogical Society Blog: Who Do You Think You Are: Change in Episode Schedule

Please come join me in NYC on 3/31 or 4/13!
Genealogist Who Traced Michelle Obama's Roots Will Give Midtown Lecture - DNAinfo.com

Capture a piece of posterity! Your Family Belongs in a Museum: Belgian Red Star Line Seeks Emigrant Sagas
Megan Smolenyak: Your Family Belongs in a Museum: Belgian Red Star Line Seeks Emigrant Sagas

View the results of the poll for Matthew Broderick's episode of #WDYTYA.
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Had a blast w/Jim Colucci & Frank DeCaro! Got my own theme song! Thanks, y'all
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Video interviews with the divas of genealogy on @rootstelevision
Roots Television | Og Blog: Genealogy Videos: Divas of Genealogy

What an amazing family tradition to pass down!
Generation B - Father and Daughter Bond by Years of Reading - NYTimes.com

Minor tweak - I said "no such thing as a boring family"! Thanks, Tim! Fun to chat with a fellow Rusyn! OnMilwaukee.com: NBC turns genealogy into TV drama
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Shout out to Darlene for mentioning Roots Television!
My Colored Roots: Ohio Birth and Death Certs in Today's Headlines