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Total number of events = 11

No. Event ID Event type Event title Event description When Member only event? Paid event? Register
1 2748 Open Day GSV Library Re-Opens

The GSV Library will re-open for 2025 on January 7, 2025.

The library will reopen for normal operating hours on Tuesday, January 7 from 10:00 am. Normal operating hours are Tuesday to Friday,… Read More

07 Jan 2025
10:00 am to 04:00 pm
No
2 2750 Library Research Day GSV Library Open this Saturday

The GSV library will be open this Saturday, January 11, 2025, welcoming you from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. For a smooth and secure visit, please remember that advance booking is essential. Ensure you reserve your spot no later than noon on… Read More

11 Jan 2025
10:00 am to 03:00 pm
No
3 2761 Special Event I was given a DNA test for Christmas. Now what?

I was given a DNA test for Christmas. Now what?

This presentation, with a Q&A, is an introduction to genealogical DNA tests. We will provide an overview of each step of the… Read More

22 Jan 2025
10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Yes
4 2752 Orientation New and Existing Member Orientation: Discovering the GSV and our Resources

The GSV is a leading Australian family history society and exists to assist Members in tracing their ancestors and to promote the study of genealogy.

This session will examine who we are, how we… Read More

23 Jan 2025
10:30 am to 11:45 am
Yes No
5 2753 Discussion Circle Victoria and Tasmania Discussion Circle

Convenors: Jackie van Bergen and Michael Considine

Jan-24 - Share stories about our ancestors arrival into Victoria or Tasmania, including how we researched them. The Victoria and Tasmania Discussion Circle is for GSV members… Read More

24 Jan 2025
10:30 am to 12:00 pm
Yes No
6 2755 Discussion Circle Irish Ancestry Discussion Circle

In good health and fit to undergo the voyage:
Irish workhouse orphan immigrants

Presented by Dr Perry McIntyre,… Read More

08 Feb 2025
01:00 pm to 03:00 pm
Yes No
7 2746 Class ScotlandsPeople Website - Online

Presenters: John Blackwood and Paula Mitchell.

The ScotlandsPeople website, www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk  "is the official Scottish Government site for… Read More

10 Feb 2025
01:00 pm to 02:30 pm
Yes No
8 2756 Class Researching Your Family History

This class is being presented on Zoom. 

Methodology and resources. A planned approach to starting your family history. Searching, recording, staying on track, avoiding the pitfalls ... there is much to learn from our experienced… Read More

15 Feb 2025
10:30 am to 11:30 am
Yes No
9 2757 Discussion Circle Counties of Northern England Discussion Circle

Convenors: Barbara Beaumont, Peter Collins, and Brian Reid.

Do you have ancestors in the north of England? We are an enthusiastic group that meets to discuss research and share interests in the… Read More

18 Feb 2025
01:30 pm to 03:00 pm
Yes No
10 2758 Seminar Seminar - Immigration to Victoria in the Nineteenth Century (Public)

“How Do You Think You Got Here!”

Immigration to Victoria in the Nineteenth Century

How and… Read More

29 Mar 2025
09:00 am to 04:00 pm
Yes
11 2760 Seminar Seminar - Immigration to Victoria in the Nineteenth Century (GSV)

“How Do You Think You Got Here!”

Immigration to Victoria in the Nineteenth Century

How and why did your ancestors migrate to… Read More

29 Mar 2025
09:00 am to 04:00 pm
Yes Yes