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

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

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

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

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 ⁠

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 ⁠

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 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