West Valley Genealogical Society
@azwvgsorg.bsky.social
Established in 1972, WVGS aims to assist individuals in researching and preserving their family histories. We welcome both novice and experienced researchers, emphasizing education and collaborative research.
📰 Journal of Arizona History (Vol. 66, No. 2 – Summer 2025)
🌵 Arizona history at your fingertips.
This issue adds valuable context to Arizona family histories.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Visit the library or explore it online today.
🌵 Arizona history at your fingertips.
This issue adds valuable context to Arizona family histories.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Visit the library or explore it online today.
February 9, 2026 at 9:01 PM
📰 Journal of Arizona History (Vol. 66, No. 2 – Summer 2025)
🌵 Arizona history at your fingertips.
This issue adds valuable context to Arizona family histories.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Visit the library or explore it online today.
🌵 Arizona history at your fingertips.
This issue adds valuable context to Arizona family histories.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Visit the library or explore it online today.
If you’re stuck in your research, a historical society archive may hold the missing clue.
Share an unexpected discovery you found at a historical society or archive. 👇 Share your comment below.
#LocalHistory #Archives #HistoryMatters
Share an unexpected discovery you found at a historical society or archive. 👇 Share your comment below.
#LocalHistory #Archives #HistoryMatters
February 9, 2026 at 4:01 PM
If you’re stuck in your research, a historical society archive may hold the missing clue.
Share an unexpected discovery you found at a historical society or archive. 👇 Share your comment below.
#LocalHistory #Archives #HistoryMatters
Share an unexpected discovery you found at a historical society or archive. 👇 Share your comment below.
#LocalHistory #Archives #HistoryMatters
🧬 Tip: Focus on researching one person or family line at a time to stay organized and motivated.
👉 Tell us—who are you focusing on right now?
#genealogytip #genealogyresearch
👉 Tell us—who are you focusing on right now?
#genealogytip #genealogyresearch
February 9, 2026 at 3:01 PM
🧬 Tip: Focus on researching one person or family line at a time to stay organized and motivated.
👉 Tell us—who are you focusing on right now?
#genealogytip #genealogyresearch
👉 Tell us—who are you focusing on right now?
#genealogytip #genealogyresearch
📀 Family Tree Maker’s Family Archives: Revolutionary War Pension Lists
Pension lists often include service details, family members, and post-war lives—valuable clues for genealogists.
📍 Available in the WVGS Library
➡️ Come take a closer look and follow your patriot’s story.
Pension lists often include service details, family members, and post-war lives—valuable clues for genealogists.
📍 Available in the WVGS Library
➡️ Come take a closer look and follow your patriot’s story.
February 7, 2026 at 5:01 PM
📀 Family Tree Maker’s Family Archives: Revolutionary War Pension Lists
Pension lists often include service details, family members, and post-war lives—valuable clues for genealogists.
📍 Available in the WVGS Library
➡️ Come take a closer look and follow your patriot’s story.
Pension lists often include service details, family members, and post-war lives—valuable clues for genealogists.
📍 Available in the WVGS Library
➡️ Come take a closer look and follow your patriot’s story.
🧬 Unlock Your DNA Clues—Together
Curious about what your DNA results are really telling you? Join our DNA Virtual Special Interest Group on Saturday, February 14 for shared learning, discussion, and problem-solving with fellow researchers—all from the comfort of home.
Curious about what your DNA results are really telling you? Join our DNA Virtual Special Interest Group on Saturday, February 14 for shared learning, discussion, and problem-solving with fellow researchers—all from the comfort of home.
February 7, 2026 at 4:30 PM
🧬 Unlock Your DNA Clues—Together
Curious about what your DNA results are really telling you? Join our DNA Virtual Special Interest Group on Saturday, February 14 for shared learning, discussion, and problem-solving with fellow researchers—all from the comfort of home.
Curious about what your DNA results are really telling you? Join our DNA Virtual Special Interest Group on Saturday, February 14 for shared learning, discussion, and problem-solving with fellow researchers—all from the comfort of home.
We’re excited for our upcoming presentation on 2/9 with Jennifer Shaffer Merry of the Arizona Historical Society!
What are you most hoping to learn about historical societies and genealogy? 👇
What are you most hoping to learn about historical societies and genealogy? 👇
February 6, 2026 at 4:01 PM
We’re excited for our upcoming presentation on 2/9 with Jennifer Shaffer Merry of the Arizona Historical Society!
What are you most hoping to learn about historical societies and genealogy? 👇
What are you most hoping to learn about historical societies and genealogy? 👇
Looking for hands-on help with your genealogy research? Our WVGS Study Group meets Thu, February 12 for collaborative learning, shared problem-solving, and guided support—all in a small, focused setting.
Study groups are one of the many great benefits of WVGS membership—reserve your spot today!
Study groups are one of the many great benefits of WVGS membership—reserve your spot today!
February 5, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Looking for hands-on help with your genealogy research? Our WVGS Study Group meets Thu, February 12 for collaborative learning, shared problem-solving, and guided support—all in a small, focused setting.
Study groups are one of the many great benefits of WVGS membership—reserve your spot today!
Study groups are one of the many great benefits of WVGS membership—reserve your spot today!
📍 Mark Your Calendar!
Join us February 21 in Sun City West for a full day of learning, laughter, and genealogy community. Seats are filling—don’t wait to register!
https://azwvgs.org/education/seminar/
Join us February 21 in Sun City West for a full day of learning, laughter, and genealogy community. Seats are filling—don’t wait to register!
https://azwvgs.org/education/seminar/
February 5, 2026 at 4:01 PM
📍 Mark Your Calendar!
Join us February 21 in Sun City West for a full day of learning, laughter, and genealogy community. Seats are filling—don’t wait to register!
https://azwvgs.org/education/seminar/
Join us February 21 in Sun City West for a full day of learning, laughter, and genealogy community. Seats are filling—don’t wait to register!
https://azwvgs.org/education/seminar/
Interested in tracing Hispanic and Latino family lines? Join our Hispanic Genealogy Special Interest Group on Wednesday, February 20 for shared learning, research tips, and community conversation. All experience levels are welcome—come explore your roots with us.
February 5, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Interested in tracing Hispanic and Latino family lines? Join our Hispanic Genealogy Special Interest Group on Wednesday, February 20 for shared learning, research tips, and community conversation. All experience levels are welcome—come explore your roots with us.
📰 Tree Talks (Vol. 65, Issue 1)
🌳 A favorite for New York researchers.
The latest issue of Tree Talks is now available with online access.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Stop by or access it through our resources.
🌳 A favorite for New York researchers.
The latest issue of Tree Talks is now available with online access.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Stop by or access it through our resources.
February 3, 2026 at 10:01 PM
📰 Tree Talks (Vol. 65, Issue 1)
🌳 A favorite for New York researchers.
The latest issue of Tree Talks is now available with online access.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Stop by or access it through our resources.
🌳 A favorite for New York researchers.
The latest issue of Tree Talks is now available with online access.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Stop by or access it through our resources.
Have Scandinavian ancestors—or curious about researching them? Join our Scandinavian Special Interest Group on Tuesday, February 10 for learning, discussion, and shared discoveries. Whether you’re just starting out or digging deep into Nordic records, you’re welcome here.
February 3, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Have Scandinavian ancestors—or curious about researching them? Join our Scandinavian Special Interest Group on Tuesday, February 10 for learning, discussion, and shared discoveries. Whether you’re just starting out or digging deep into Nordic records, you’re welcome here.
Join us for an enlightening talk with Jennifer Shaffer Merry of the Arizona Historical Society as she shares what the Arizona Historical Society and how their archives can support your genealogy research.
🔗 More info: https://azwvgs.org/education/membership-meetings/2025-2026-meeting-schedule/
🔗 More info: https://azwvgs.org/education/membership-meetings/2025-2026-meeting-schedule/
February 2, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Join us for an enlightening talk with Jennifer Shaffer Merry of the Arizona Historical Society as she shares what the Arizona Historical Society and how their archives can support your genealogy research.
🔗 More info: https://azwvgs.org/education/membership-meetings/2025-2026-meeting-schedule/
🔗 More info: https://azwvgs.org/education/membership-meetings/2025-2026-meeting-schedule/
February 22 is your next chance to move a stalled genealogy goal forward. Bring one question, one brick wall, or one research puzzle to the WVGS in-person Research Afternoon at the library and get real, hands-on help.
👉 https://azwvgs.org/education/research-afternoons/
#Genealogy #FamilyHistory
👉 https://azwvgs.org/education/research-afternoons/
#Genealogy #FamilyHistory
February 2, 2026 at 8:01 PM
February 22 is your next chance to move a stalled genealogy goal forward. Bring one question, one brick wall, or one research puzzle to the WVGS in-person Research Afternoon at the library and get real, hands-on help.
👉 https://azwvgs.org/education/research-afternoons/
#Genealogy #FamilyHistory
👉 https://azwvgs.org/education/research-afternoons/
#Genealogy #FamilyHistory
📚 Book Award Spotlight! At our Jan. 12 meeting, Dave McIntire was honored with a 90th Birthday Book Award. His chosen title, The Involuntary American, now joins the WVGS Library for all members to enjoy. 🎉
February 2, 2026 at 4:03 PM
📚 Book Award Spotlight! At our Jan. 12 meeting, Dave McIntire was honored with a 90th Birthday Book Award. His chosen title, The Involuntary American, now joins the WVGS Library for all members to enjoy. 🎉
Black History Month reminds us that preserving Black history is essential to understanding our shared past. 🖤
What website, archive, or publication has helped you learn or research Black history or African American genealogy?
Share your favorite resource below 👇 #BlackHistoryMonth #Genealogy
What website, archive, or publication has helped you learn or research Black history or African American genealogy?
Share your favorite resource below 👇 #BlackHistoryMonth #Genealogy
February 2, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Black History Month reminds us that preserving Black history is essential to understanding our shared past. 🖤
What website, archive, or publication has helped you learn or research Black history or African American genealogy?
Share your favorite resource below 👇 #BlackHistoryMonth #Genealogy
What website, archive, or publication has helped you learn or research Black history or African American genealogy?
Share your favorite resource below 👇 #BlackHistoryMonth #Genealogy
Legacy is a powerful tool—and even better when you know how to use it well.
The Legacy SIG offers hands-on help, shared tips, and a supportive space to grow your skills.
👉 Join us and make Legacy work for you.
💬 Comment if you’re new to Legacy or want to sharpen your skills.
The Legacy SIG offers hands-on help, shared tips, and a supportive space to grow your skills.
👉 Join us and make Legacy work for you.
💬 Comment if you’re new to Legacy or want to sharpen your skills.
January 31, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Legacy is a powerful tool—and even better when you know how to use it well.
The Legacy SIG offers hands-on help, shared tips, and a supportive space to grow your skills.
👉 Join us and make Legacy work for you.
💬 Comment if you’re new to Legacy or want to sharpen your skills.
The Legacy SIG offers hands-on help, shared tips, and a supportive space to grow your skills.
👉 Join us and make Legacy work for you.
💬 Comment if you’re new to Legacy or want to sharpen your skills.
📀 Family Tree Maker’s Family Archives: Ontario & Nova Scotia Settlers (1790–1860)
Tracing ancestors who settled in Ontario or Nova Scotia? This archive focuses on settlers from 1790–1860.
📍 Available in the WVGS Library
➡️ Visit the library and see what you can discover.
Tracing ancestors who settled in Ontario or Nova Scotia? This archive focuses on settlers from 1790–1860.
📍 Available in the WVGS Library
➡️ Visit the library and see what you can discover.
January 31, 2026 at 4:02 PM
📀 Family Tree Maker’s Family Archives: Ontario & Nova Scotia Settlers (1790–1860)
Tracing ancestors who settled in Ontario or Nova Scotia? This archive focuses on settlers from 1790–1860.
📍 Available in the WVGS Library
➡️ Visit the library and see what you can discover.
Tracing ancestors who settled in Ontario or Nova Scotia? This archive focuses on settlers from 1790–1860.
📍 Available in the WVGS Library
➡️ Visit the library and see what you can discover.
✨ Questions Time ✨
Genealogy is better together. Tell us one thing you discovered this month—or something you’re struggling to figure out.
Drop it below and let the community help!
Genealogy is better together. Tell us one thing you discovered this month—or something you’re struggling to figure out.
Drop it below and let the community help!
January 30, 2026 at 3:02 PM
✨ Questions Time ✨
Genealogy is better together. Tell us one thing you discovered this month—or something you’re struggling to figure out.
Drop it below and let the community help!
Genealogy is better together. Tell us one thing you discovered this month—or something you’re struggling to figure out.
Drop it below and let the community help!
Using Family Tree Maker and want to feel more confident? 🌳
Join the Family Tree Maker Special Interest Group and get help, tips, and encouragement from fellow users.
👉 All skill levels welcome—bring your laptop, questions, and goals.
👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔁 Share with anyone using Family Tree Maker
Join the Family Tree Maker Special Interest Group and get help, tips, and encouragement from fellow users.
👉 All skill levels welcome—bring your laptop, questions, and goals.
👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔁 Share with anyone using Family Tree Maker
January 29, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Using Family Tree Maker and want to feel more confident? 🌳
Join the Family Tree Maker Special Interest Group and get help, tips, and encouragement from fellow users.
👉 All skill levels welcome—bring your laptop, questions, and goals.
👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔁 Share with anyone using Family Tree Maker
Join the Family Tree Maker Special Interest Group and get help, tips, and encouragement from fellow users.
👉 All skill levels welcome—bring your laptop, questions, and goals.
👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔁 Share with anyone using Family Tree Maker
Researching Italian ancestors?
Join the Italy Special Interest Group and connect with others exploring records, regions, and family stories from across Italy.
👉 All experience levels welcome—bring your Italian roots and your questions.
👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔁 Share with someone researching Italy
Join the Italy Special Interest Group and connect with others exploring records, regions, and family stories from across Italy.
👉 All experience levels welcome—bring your Italian roots and your questions.
👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔁 Share with someone researching Italy
January 29, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Researching Italian ancestors?
Join the Italy Special Interest Group and connect with others exploring records, regions, and family stories from across Italy.
👉 All experience levels welcome—bring your Italian roots and your questions.
👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔁 Share with someone researching Italy
Join the Italy Special Interest Group and connect with others exploring records, regions, and family stories from across Italy.
👉 All experience levels welcome—bring your Italian roots and your questions.
👍 Like • 💬 Comment • 🔁 Share with someone researching Italy
🥐📦 More Than Just a Seminar
Your registration includes the full program, continental breakfast, box lunch, beverages, and raffle prizes—just bring your curiosity!
https://azwvgs.org/education/seminar/
Your registration includes the full program, continental breakfast, box lunch, beverages, and raffle prizes—just bring your curiosity!
https://azwvgs.org/education/seminar/
January 29, 2026 at 4:04 PM
🥐📦 More Than Just a Seminar
Your registration includes the full program, continental breakfast, box lunch, beverages, and raffle prizes—just bring your curiosity!
https://azwvgs.org/education/seminar/
Your registration includes the full program, continental breakfast, box lunch, beverages, and raffle prizes—just bring your curiosity!
https://azwvgs.org/education/seminar/
📜 Statehood Spotlight
On January 29, 1861, Kansas joined the Union as the 34th state.
Do you have ancestors who settled in Kansas during the mid-1800s?
On January 29, 1861, Kansas joined the Union as the 34th state.
Do you have ancestors who settled in Kansas during the mid-1800s?
January 28, 2026 at 4:01 PM
📜 Statehood Spotlight
On January 29, 1861, Kansas joined the Union as the 34th state.
Do you have ancestors who settled in Kansas during the mid-1800s?
On January 29, 1861, Kansas joined the Union as the 34th state.
Do you have ancestors who settled in Kansas during the mid-1800s?
🌳 Because of you, WVGS thrives.
Thank you to our members for showing up, sharing knowledge, asking great questions, and supporting one another. We’re better together!
Thank you to our members for showing up, sharing knowledge, asking great questions, and supporting one another. We’re better together!
January 28, 2026 at 3:01 PM
🌳 Because of you, WVGS thrives.
Thank you to our members for showing up, sharing knowledge, asking great questions, and supporting one another. We’re better together!
Thank you to our members for showing up, sharing knowledge, asking great questions, and supporting one another. We’re better together!
📰 Tuscarawas Pioneer Footprints (Vol. 53, Issue 2)
📚 Now available with online access.
Explore Ohio genealogy and local history through this newest issue.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Visit the library or log in to explore online.
📚 Now available with online access.
Explore Ohio genealogy and local history through this newest issue.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Visit the library or log in to explore online.
January 27, 2026 at 9:01 PM
📰 Tuscarawas Pioneer Footprints (Vol. 53, Issue 2)
📚 Now available with online access.
Explore Ohio genealogy and local history through this newest issue.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Visit the library or log in to explore online.
📚 Now available with online access.
Explore Ohio genealogy and local history through this newest issue.
📍 Accessible through the WVGS Library catalog
➡️ Visit the library or log in to explore online.
Michigan became the 26th state on Jan. 26, 1837! Its path to statehood was delayed by the Toledo War, ending when Michigan gained the Upper Peninsula. Research Michigan roots? Our library has shelves of Michigan resources!
January 26, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Michigan became the 26th state on Jan. 26, 1837! Its path to statehood was delayed by the Toledo War, ending when Michigan gained the Upper Peninsula. Research Michigan roots? Our library has shelves of Michigan resources!