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Posted on 7th February 2023
Migration to Canada and America – Dorset members’ talesHow my ancestors arrived in the US or Canada: members’ accounts of their own research Four of our members from the Dorset end of the journey will talk about the common strands, Guernsey to Quebec, West Dorset migrants who served in the Canadian army in the 1st World War and Mormon Maybees who arrived in Utah We are planning another session with Canadian and American members’ contributions, later in the year If you've already... morePosted on
A celebration and memories of members who have recently passed away This will include stories, reminiscences and medleys that don’t fit in any particular category All welcome, members £1, visitors £3 RSVP by the end of May... morePosted on
Brick Walls session Following our popular session last year when members sent in their brick walls for help and bright ideas, we thought we’d have another So look out for the email asking for your vexing questions about your ancestors and send them in Again, it will be on a first come first served basis and I’m giving people time to pull together their existing research and for researchers to tackle them Don’t forget to tell us exactly what your question is and what sources you’ve... morePosted on
Bridport's Rope, Net and Twine Industry This month we are pleased to welcome Richard Sims, in person, to speak about Bridport's Rope, Net and Twine Industry Richard is a well known local speaker and has published work on his subjects He also has an interest in railways and brewing What a combination! All welcome, members £1, visitors... more