In this week's "Story Magic" talk, I went into what boils down to the essence of why I think what we're doing at Projectkin is so important for #FamilyHistory and the stories we tell ourselves as families.

That conversation sparked this lovely comment from one of our active members, Jennifer Jones of https://Trackingdownthefamily.substack.com.

Watch the recording and join us in the discussion at https://Projectkin.org/story-magic.

#Genealogy #Projectkin #ProjectRecipes #DigitalFamilyHistory#FamilyHistoryProjects

Tracking Down The Family | Jennifer Jones | Substack

Sharing my family stories after many years of research. My family mostly came to Australia from England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. Click to read Tracking Down The Family, by Jennifer Jones, a Substack publication.

In a new post today, I've described a new project of mine: combining Substack with my existing family history archive to create a new way to engage my family in our stories using the magic of voice and video.

It's easy to do a podcast; it's harder to make it private. 

My Project Recipe shows you how to do this. See the post, https://Projectkin.org/private-podcasting

Then, join us next Thurs., Sept. 12.

#FamilyHistory#Genealogy #Projectkin #ProjectRecipes

“Private Podcasting,” a new way to keep stories alive—yet private

I've put Substack to work with my existing family history archive to create a new way to engage my family in our stories using the magic of voice and video. Join us at the Recipe event on Sept-12.

Projectkin Community Forum

Beloved elders aren't always the most reliable family history storytellers. But sometimes, HOW they retell a story creates its own story. In a new article, Projectkin member Kevin Ferguson shares stories about his interactions with his now 103-year-old Grandma Kay.

See it at https://projectkin.org/members-corner.

#FamilyHistory  ⁠#Genealogy #ItalianFamilies #ProjectRecipes #DigitalFamilyHistory

Kathy's Corner | Projectkin Community Forum | Barbara at Projectkin | Substack

Archives of our Kathy's Corner events. These remarkable events bring you the expert advice of a professional archivist and photo manager as she tackles her own collection. To learn more about the next Project Recipes scheduled, see Projectkin.org/events. Click to read Projectkin Community Forum, a Substack publication with thousands of subscribers.

We're all working—in one form or another—on one or more “projects” at any given time. Here’s the thing: It’s hard to get projects to a state where they’re “done-done” or just started!

We're introducing "Project Festivals" — a way to help get your projects started or "done-done." 

Join us, won't you? Learn more and vote for dates that work for you

#FamilyHistory  ⁠#Genealogy #Projectkin #ProjectRecipes #DigitalFamilyHistory#FamilyHistoryProjects #FamilyBonds #FamilyHeirlooms

Events are the lifeblood of our Projectkin community. In live conversations over Zoom, we get to know each other and connect over shared interests and experiences with Family History and Genealogy. Join us for an exciting series of events starting Wednesday, Apr 17 and on into May.

All events are free. More at https://Projectkin.org/events.

🎶: "Help Me Find My Way (inst)" by Forest Sun @Audiosocket 

#FamilyHistory#Genealogy #Projectkin #ProjectRecipes #DigitalFamilyHistory

Projectkin Events

Free family history events, clinics, and tutorials for our Projectkin community. We're family historians hooked on stories. Join us and explore your own stories

Sometimes we just want to have a little fun.

Join Projectkin at SecondLife Genealogical Society this month on SUNDAY, April 14 at 4:30 pm SLT (aka Pacific time so... 7:30 ET, 9:30 AM AEST) It's purple cows? It's going to be fun!

Learn all about it. Register at slvirtualgenealogy.org

#FamilyHistory  ⁠#Genealogy #Projectkin #ProjectRecipes #DigitalFamilyHistory#FamilyHistoryProjects #FamilyBonds #FamilyHeirlooms#FamilyHistoryResearch#FamilyHistoryStory#FamilyStory

In talking about family stories at #RootsTech2024, I was reminded of this remarkable interview David Marchese of the New York Times captured last month after sitting with Charan Ranganath, author of the new bestseller, #WhyWeRemember

https://nyti.ms/3OWcnfI

#FamilyHistory  ⁠#Genealogy #ProjectRecipes #DigitalFamilyHistory#FamilyHistoryProjects #FamilyBonds #FamilyHeirlooms

A Leading Memory Researcher Explains How to Make Precious Moments Last

Our memories have “knowledge and imagination and, sometimes, wisdom​” says Charan Ranganath​, a neuroscientist.

The New York Times

Coincident with #RootsTech2024, I'm releasing the inaugural cohort of the Projectkin Members’ Corner guest authors today. I'm thrilled with the work and delighted to share it coincident with the opening of RootsTech. Enjoy!
https://Projectkin.org/#members-corner

📸: See each author's work
🎶:  "Walkin On Air" by Max Holm @Audiosocket

#FamilyHistory  ⁠#Genealogy #ProjectkinMembersCorner #ProjectRecipes #DigitalFamilyHistory#FamilyHistoryProjects #FamilyBonds #FamilyHeirlooms

Projectkin.org | A community of family historians hooked on stories

A community of family historians hooked on stories. In workshops, events, and more, we dive into projects together, then compare notes to refine best practices.

Project recipes are very special here at Projectkin. It's where we celebrate the PROJECTS someone ACTUALLY did. In these talks, members share tips WE can all learn from to create our own.

It was a fabulous event and now one you can watch anytime on your own at https://projectkin.org/5-gen.

PLUS, at https://projectkin.org/events you'll find a preview of some special events for RootsTech too! 🎉

#FamilyHistory  ⁠#Genealogy #Projectkin #ProjectRecipes #DigitalFamilyHistory#FamilyHistoryProjects

Project Recipe: A Family Cookbook Spanning Five Generations

Watch now | In this inspiring program, Kerri Kearney shares the “recipe” for how she created a family cookbook for her daughter that brings together the stories and culture passed down over five generations.

Projectkin Community Forum

Project ideas are everywhere... Creative ideas go to the heart of our Projectkin community.

We started the year off with the Atlantic edition of our Project Clinic yesterday, today we dive in with a Project Recipe event timed for our Pacific members at 4 PM PT, 7 PM ET, and 11 AM AEDT. Join us, won't you? Tickets at projectkin.eventbrite.com 

#FamilyHistory #Genealogy  #ProjectRecipes