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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240205T193000
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SUMMARY:North Staffs Group: HELP/RESEARCH EVENING
DESCRIPTION:Research / Help evening for any who need it – please email a brief description of help required to secretary@northstaffsfamilyhistory.co.uk \nAlso to have an informal group chat with Dianne Shenton showing the Tithe maps on the genealogist.co.uk with Tea or Coffee.\n \nVisitors welcome we just ask for a donation of £1.50 towards expenses.
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/north-staffs-branch-2024-02-05/
LOCATION:St. John’s Centre\, St. John’s Centre\, 122 Newcastle Rd. Trent Vale\, Stoke on Trent\, ST4 6QD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:North Staffs Meetings,Public
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T122107
CREATED:20231109T103357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240119T090752Z
UID:11968-1707573600-1707580800@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Birmingham: For the Sake of the Empire - Kingsley Norris Memorial lecture
DESCRIPTION:Note Change of Date (was 3rd Feb) due to Rail Strike. \nFor the Sake of the Empire\nPresenter – Peter Middleton\nA Commonwealth War Graves Commission headstone in Witton Cemetery marks the last resting place of a Canadian soldier. He had\, in fact\, been born only two miles away in Witton Lane\, Handsworth. This is an attempt to provide an account of his life experiences (1879-1918) viewed against a family and social background which led him to take a leap into the unknown. Peter in his talk seeks to understand why James McNab took the decision in 1903 to leave his family behind and emigrate to Canada for a promise of a free grant of 160 acres of land. You will hear how Canadian resources\, especially census returns were able to provide the means to pin-point exactly where he farmed. Learn how military records were able to provide a great deal of logistical information and help reveal the poignant details leading to a life of promise being tragically cut short. \n  \nThe Kingsley Norris Memorial Lecture is always by a society member.\nIt was from a germ of an idea of Dr. Stuart Kingsley Norris\, retired surgeon at Birmingham Eye Hospital\, that BMSGH now Midland Ancestors\, was established in 1963. As its pioneering founder member\, after his untimely death in 1972\, this annual lecture was set up in his memory. \n  \n 
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/birmingham-for-the-sake-of-the-empire-kingsley-norris-memorial-lecture/
LOCATION:Birmingham & Midland Institute\, 9 Margaret Street\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B3 3BS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Birmingham Meetings,Public
ORGANIZER;CN="Peter Middleton":MAILTO:p.middleton@mid-anc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240214T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240214T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T122107
CREATED:20240105T161043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T161043Z
UID:12277-1707939000-1707944400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Kenilworth: 'Iron\, Coal and Roses: the story of a Victorian Black Country family of iron masters and their workforce' (ONLINE)
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Keith Robinson \n(Rescheduled from Oct 2023) \n\nThis is an ONLINE meeting \nWhen: Weds Feb 14\, 2024 19:30 London \nClick here to register in advance for this meeting \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n 
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/kenilworth-iron-coal-and-roses-the-story-of-a-victorian-black-country-family-of-iron-masters-and-their-workforce-online/
LOCATION:Online Event Using Zoom
CATEGORIES:Kenilworth Meetings,On Line Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Lesley Plant":MAILTO:kenilworthfhs@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240219T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T122107
CREATED:20240130T154238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T121603Z
UID:12328-1708349400-1708358400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Course:  Introduction to Family History
DESCRIPTION:Family history course for complete beginners and those who have done a little research but do not know what to do next.  Discover your own “Who Do You Think You Are?” moment. \nFind out how to …. \n\nget started in researching your family history\nlearn about the records which will help you\nfind the records and interpret them\ndiscover the heroes and rogues in your family\nreveal the truth behind your family tales\n\nLots of handouts\, guidance\, tips and advice. \nThis is a free FIVE WEEK course but places are limited and booking is required direct with Cannock library on 01543 334525.   Each session lasts approximately 2.5 hours on five consecutive Monday afternoons. \nLots of opportunities to ask questions.  Small friendly groups. \nFor further information email Wolverhamptongroup@midanc.uk \n  \nIf you book a place but later change your mind\, please let the library know so they can reallocate your place.
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/course-introduction-to-family-history-6/
LOCATION:Cannock Library\, Manor Avenue\,\, Cannock\, WS11 1AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Classes,Public
ORGANIZER;CN="Penny Smith":MAILTO:wolverhamptonclasses@midanc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240221T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260413T122107
CREATED:20231120T125416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T125416Z
UID:12019-1708542000-1708547400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:On Line – Family History Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Family History Workshop by Members\nAn On Line Members Meeting where you can hear about other members research experiences. You can learn how they knocked down their brick walls\, what new websites they found\, how they got to grips with better known sites\, any obscure or lesser known websites\, archives offices or libraries\, or tackled computer problems. What Tips & Tricks they might have to help with research or help with software they might use. All the issues that family historians frequently come up against. In essence\, a Midland Ancestors Self Help Workshop. \nPlease get in touch by email eventsonline@mid-anc.uk  if you have a query or are stuck somewhere and we will raise it in the workshop. \n  \nThese meetings will be fairly loose format and will go where they lead. If you would like to make a contribution\, please get in touch. You do not need to be an experienced researcher. \nThe success of the format is entirely dependent upon the members. It is in your hands. Many people have asked if we will be running any Zoom meetings in the future\, now is your chance to help out. \nAn Online event using Zoom. Visit this page to find out how we do it. \nA  Register Click Here – Workshop
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/on-line-family-history-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Online Event Using Zoom
CATEGORIES:On Line Event,Public
ORGANIZER;CN="PJ Lamb":MAILTO:pjlamb@mid-anc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240224T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240224T160000
DTSTAMP:20260413T122107
CREATED:20231124T113215Z
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UID:12049-1708785000-1708790400@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Stourbridge Group - "History of Stourbridge Glass"
DESCRIPTION:“History of Stourbridge Glass”\n \nA talk by Dr. Kate Round on the history of glass making in Stourbridge \nThe Talk: – History of Stourbridge Glass \nThis talk is a good introduction to the subject of Stourbridge Glass\, and traces the roots of Stourbridge glassmakers back to the 8thC BC\, from The Alabastron of Sargon II to their arrival in Stourbridge. We explore the hot side of the industry\, the workings of our unique glass cones\, and the distinctions between the hot and cold side of the industry. Kate explains how glass is made\, the source of the ingredients and the importance of the canals and associated trades. On to the cold side of the industry we look at the innovations in glass decorating and the skills and fame of local craftsmen including the reproduction of The Portland Vase. This is a fascinating look at how the geology of Stourbridge shaped its history\, its wealth and the health and working lives of its people. \nSpeaker: Dr. Kate Round \nKate is an outreach presenter and tour guide for Dudley Museum Service. \nIn the glass industry\, her interests include the historical development of the industry in the Stourbridge district\, how the geology and geography impacted on the wealth and sociology of the area\, driven by the rivalries of our Glass Dynasties.In her my previous life\,Kate was a research chemist and lecturer\, so understand the chemistry of glass having worked on the synthesis of ‘zeolites’ (silica based materials) with my work published in International Journals. \n 
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/history-of-stourbridge-glass/
LOCATION:Stourbridge\, St. Peter's Church Hall\, Pedmore\, West Midlands\, DY9 0SW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public,Stourbridge Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Burkitt":MAILTO:p.burkitt@mid-anc.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240228T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240228T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T122107
CREATED:20231025T122857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T160437Z
UID:11893-1709148600-1709154000@midland-ancestors.uk
SUMMARY:Wolverhampton: Wightwick Princesses
DESCRIPTION:This is an change to our original planned meeting. \nWe will now enjoy a talk about two Mander brothers who had lived at Wightwick Manor\, now a National Trust property\, in Wolverhampton\, and who each married an Indian princess.  These two ladies were sisters\, born in Calcutta in the 1890’s\, the daughters of Nripendra Narayan\, Maharaja of Cooch Behar. \nOur speaker\, Amarjit\, is passionate about the history of Asian women in the UK\, and will be sharing details of her research\, and of the family experiences of\, and impact\, on British society of the marriages. \nDoors open at 7.15 p.m. for a 7.30 p.m. start
URL:https://midland-ancestors.uk/event/wolverhampton-members-evening-to-share-discoveries/
LOCATION:Wolverhampton\, The Terry Harding Room\, Perton Civic Centre\, Church Road\, Perton\,\, Wolverhampton\, Staffordshire\, WV6 7PD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Public,Wolverhampton Meetings
ORGANIZER;CN="Claire Bullock":MAILTO:clairebullock706@btinternet.com
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