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Society of Genealogists @sogorg.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Researching ancestors in West Yorkshire (Kirklees)? Join our FREE online event on 11 August, 2–4pm, to discover resources for Huddersfield, Batley, Dewsbury, Holmfirth & surrounding areas. Free live event + recording available afterwards Book your place: portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/2...

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Larry the Cat @number10cat.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

"My message to the people of the UK is that I'll train the new guy but you're going to have to stick with one of them eventually."

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

What has Ancestry done with it's hints tab? It's made my research so much harder. There's so much white space to scroll through without any benefit. The hints have been going seriously AWOL recently, but I could live with that if I could see two or three on a page. #AncestryHour #GenHour #Ancestry

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Society of Genealogists @sogorg.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

#GenHour - we are looking for speakers: NextGen 2026 (online, 14 Nov) Aged 16–35? Share your genealogy ideas on this year’s theme: New Connections. 20-min talks + Q&A. Free prep sessions available. Deadline: 12 July sog.org.uk/nextgen2026/

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Institute of Development Studies (IDS) @ids.ac.uk · 08/05/2026

"Times of crisis offer the biggest opportunities to rethink, to do things differently." Watch our Director, Anuradha Joshi, introduce our new strategy, Knowledge and solidarity for a just world ⬇️ youtu.pulse.ly/xbrkqmziws

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Anuradhu Joshi on the IDS Strategy 2026-35

"Times of crisis offer the biggest opportunities to rethink, to do things differently."We've just launched our new strategy, Knowledge and solidarity for a j...

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Rebecca Stanley @genealogrebecca.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Last call for #AncestryHour! I will be speaking with Jude Rhodes on 11 May at 8 pm GMT (3 pm ES/12 pm Pacific) at the Society of Genealogists’ Mental Health and Family History Day about family history tips for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Please come! portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

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Mental Health and Family History

One day Course with Expert Tutors

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Rebecca Stanley @genealogrebecca.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Hi #AncestryHour. I will be speaking with Jude Rhodes on 11 May at 8 pm GMT (3 pm ES/12 pm Pacific) at the Society of Genealogists’ Mental Health and Family History Day about family history tips for people with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Please come! portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

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Mental Health and Family History

One day Course with Expert Tutors

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

My coolest find this week was a probate record (for the great aunt of the second husband of my great aunt, so not entirely close....). Ellen Grange was living in my childhood home when she died in 1946 (but not in the 1939 register). #AncestryHour

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Attended a great workshop at the Washburn Heritage Centre yesterday starting work on a new project with the #Fewston Assemblage washburnvalley.org/churchyard-s.... Am hoping my 4xG Grandmother Maria (Spence) Gill might be one of the bodies to be positively identified #AncestryHour

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Churchyard Secrets - Washburn Heritage Centre

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Rowena Abbott @rowena-abbott.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

If anyone has any experience, tips, advice regarding #Jews in 18th #Jamaica, I'd be grateful. As yet my only non-English ancestors, so I have much curiosity but little knowledge. #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #AncestryHour

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Hmm, something odd going on with my #AncestryHour hashtag. I'm on latest, but it's missing posts. For example I know @packrat74.bsky.social has posted. Is this just me? It's been a little while since I've spent much time on BlueSky

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Should be well worth tuning into this. #CousinBait is definitely a thing on Find A Grave - a couple of years ago someone reached out to me through the site with a family bible belonging to my 5xG Grandparents. #AncestryHour

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Hello #AncestryHour, had a lovely surprise yesterday. I was researching a relative of the second husband of my great aunt (as you do), and discovered she was living in my childhood home when she died in 1946. #FamilyHistory. First time I've accidentally come across a #HouseHistory connection.

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Refugee charity cleared of a Tory MP complaint and a Tory MP amplified misinformation campaign. Waiting for the Tory MPs apology and donation to cover the extra costs the charity likely incurred. www.civilsociety.co.uk/news/refugee...

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Refugee charity cleared by regulator after MP-backed ‘misinformation campaign’

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Had a cousin contact me this week, after she had found some profiles I'd added to #WikiTree for our shared 5xG Grandparents. What's super exciting is that she had had the same idea as me, that Katherine Freeman www.wikitree.com/wiki/Freeman..., my 8xG Grandmother, could be.... 1/2 #AncestryHour

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Katherine (Freeman) Ward (abt.1670-bef.1725) | WikiTree FREE Family Tree

Is this your ancestor? Compare DNA and explore genealogy for Katherine (Freeman) Ward born abt. 1670 Greenhow Hill, Yorkshire, England died 1725 Greenhow Hill, Yorkshire, England including research + ...

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Daniel Loftus @danielloftus.projectinfant.ie · 07/04/2026

So, I bring news! (and it's a first for me) On April 18th, when the 1926 #Census is released to the public - I will be going on TV to Virgin Media One's IrelandAM speaking about the 1926 Census at about 10:45am. I never expected this to happen, but am really looking forward to it! Tune in... 🤗❤️✨

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Society of Genealogists @sogorg.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

What does 25 generations of the same family business actually look like? R.J. Balson & Son has the answer.

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NonprofitAF @nonprofitaf.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

“if you’ve been thinking of running for office but have been doubting yourself, please run. A cursory glance at the people in charge right now should end everyone’s imposter syndrome forever.”

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We need more nonprofit leaders running for political office!

A few weeks ago, I was at a gathering that included many high-wealth individuals. I talked to a man who told me his family was concerned about the environment, so they used a ton of money--millions!--...

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Sharon Slinger @sharonslinger.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

The obligatory nomination form in front of the civic hall photo, confirming me as a candidate for Moortown Ward. Yesterday an ex Headingley Labour councillor said I was “perpetually running for council” on a Facebook post when I was asking about replacing trees felled in the ash dieback programme.

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Society of Genealogists @sogorg.bsky.social · 06/04/2026

🥩 R.J. Balson & Son – England’s Oldest Family Business Join Richard J. Balson, 25th generation butcher, on 16 Apr (14:00–15:00, Zoom) as he shares stories from over 500 years of family business in Bridport, Dorset. Book now:

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R.J. Balson & Son - England’s Oldest Family Business with Richard J Balson

Talk on Zoom by Richard Balson, 25th generation butcher

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

I've been having a lot of fun combining #FamilyHistory with #LibDem political leaflet delivering for my sister @sharonslinger.bsky.social this last week. I lived in #Moortown for many years without knowing just how many ancestor siblings lived there.

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

I've realised I've been missing #FamilyHistory chat on social media for a while. Somewhere to share those little thoughts and gems with no expectation. So going to re-engage with #AncestryHour and #GenHour. Not sure I'll always hit the exact hour whilst I get back into a rhythm....

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

Loving #Radio4 #AnyQuestions this evening. Total focus on the questions and content. No avoidance of hard questions, but also no avoidance of blame, giving credit, cross party, where due, but calling out errors. Made me really think. Then I realised. It's an #AllFemalePanel. I love it. Thank you.

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Suzy Wrack @suzywrack.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

Due to popular demand I’m releasing a limited run of my Euro 2025 linocut print. I’ve built the basic website myself so any glitches just shout. All profits entirely to charity. If you’d like to buy one you can here 👇 www.pitchandpress.co.uk

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Shamrock Roots @shamrockroots.com · 05/08/2025

If you are near Belfast, you may be interested in this free in-person family history event run by ‪@nifhs.bsky.social‬ at PRONI on Saturday 23 August 2025: www.nifhs.org/events/reall... I will be hosting a stall for @strathgenealogy.bsky.social‬ so please come and say hi!🙂 #Genealogy #AncestryHour

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Free event!!

Saturday 23rd August, 10am to 4pm.

15+ Exhibitors.

Experts in genealogy, research and DNA - all there to help you!

Northern Ireland FHF Really Useful Family History Show.

Prize Draw, be there at midday!

Presentations:

11am "The Population Portal" - Find out from the Virtual Record Treasury of Ireland how this new portal provides names and detailed census records in one place.

12.30 The Incredibly Useful Introduction to PRONI's Family History Records.

2pm "We know who you are, John Linehan!" - John has taken a DNA test - join us when we reveal to him for the first time who he is and where he's from!

The Really Useful Family History Show.
Public Record Office of Northern Ireland, 2 Titanic Boulevard, Titanic Quarter, Belfast, BT3 9HQ.

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Paul Chiddicks @chiddickstree.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

For all my #Genealogy new followers ‘Dear Paul’ would like to remind you, if you find anything quirky, funny, strange or record breaking please drop me an email to dearpaul@family-tree.co.uk and you might just feature in @familytreeplus.bsky.social #DearPaul #Genealogy #AncestryHour #GenHour

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

Good evening #AncestryHour, how are we all this evening? I've been having two separate #Wellock related conversations, one with someone in Canada and one in New Zealand. The one in New Zealand has a photo of my G Grandfather from 1921!

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Well what a lovely #AncestryHour after being away for so long. Thank you all

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

Hello, lovely to see some people on #AncestryHour this evening as I've been absent for the last month whilst I followed the #Lionesses to victory in #Euro25.

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Julie Muirhead (The Lineage Finder) @thelineagefinder.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

Good evening #Genhour it's time to announce my new business. I said I would start a business after getting my Higher Certificate in Genealogy and I have 😀 #Genealogy #FamilyHistory #LocalHistory

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

The Chloe Kelly penalty. Wow my heart stopped. Twice. Michelle Agyemang too. #Lionesses you do us proud. #WEuro25

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 22/07/2025

Missing #AncestryHour for a reason! Have been working on family trees for the #Lionesses.

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Just ran downstairs to share the news with the two receptionists with Italian heritage that I'd earlier shared my #WEuro25 excitement with. Fingers tightly crossed for tomorrow, but really looking forward to the #Lionesses playing #Italy

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

In the places I hang out it has become quite normal for period products to be available, free of charge, in toilets. This is brilliant of course, but reflects my circle. Which is why I loved that at #WEURO25 they also had them out and proud with a view of the stadium. #LoveLionesses. #Lionesses

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playmakerstats @playmakerstats.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

🦁Lionesses to score a 2+ goals in a Euros match: ▪️ Eni Aluko (Euro 2009) ▪️ Jodie Taylor* (Euro 2017) ▪️ Ellen White (Euro 2022) ▪️ Beth Mead* (Euro 2022) ▪️ Alessia Russo (Euro 2022) ▪️ Lauren James (Euro 2025) *hat-trick #Lionesses #Euro2025

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

@suzywrack.bsky.social @tomjgarry.bsky.social @theguardian.com - any idea why there have been so many offside goals this Euros? Even taking account the ones that only VAR could have ruled offside there seem to be one or two every match. #WEuro2025

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Marian Burk Wood @climbingfamilytree.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

#FamilyHistory #Genealogy #AncestryHour What will happen to your family's once-treasured old china, crystal, and/or silverware in the future? I have suggestions, please take a look and add your own ideas and experiences! climbingmyfamilytree.blogspot.com/2025/06/what...

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What Will Happen to Once-Treasured Silverware and China?

Genealogy research and commentary by Marian Burk Wood, speaker and author of "Planning a Future for Your Family's Past," available from Amazon.com.

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

And as if @sogorg.bsky.social read my post from ten minutes ago this would be perfect to learn more if I was around on Saturday. #AncestryHour

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Really curious about how straightforward/difficult researching #FamilyHistory in the Republic of Tatarstan might be.... #AncestryHour

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

And last starter message from me. I've been scratching my head over a couple of baptisms in 1740 and 1741, both of which are before the parents married later in 1741, but seem to carry the father's surname, who is listed on the records. #AncestryHour 1/2

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Couple of other things. I've been slowly reading Swaledale and Wharfedale Remembered, which contains short bios of all those from the area who died in WWI and WW2. There is a #Wellock in there, but so far no others who are jumping out as related. #AncestryHour 1/2

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Good evening #AncestryHour folks. I hope everyone is well. Just sharing this opportunity to share your point of view on #WDYTYA tonight.

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

"So many people have taken these DNA tests that the age of genetic anonymity is over". Quote from @jennykleeman.bsky.social on radio 4 www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m... on podcasting family histories. I skipped back to make sure I got it right as it is exactly my thinking. #FamilyHistory #Genealogy

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BBC Radio 4 - Free Thinking, Podcasting difficult histories

Matthew Sweet discusses difficult histories with 3 BBC podcast hosts at the Hay Festival.

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Mostly this week has been finishing assignments for @pharostutors.bsky.social recording the poor course. I got decidedly distracted by the almshouses at #Leathley, where I used to live. This is the view from the Almshouses there. Not normally so many cars, but there was a wedding.... #AncestryHour

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Natasha Houseman @natashahouseman.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

Good evening #AncestryHour. Currently multi-tasking as the #Lionesses are playing Spain. Which gives me an excuse to celebrate being part of @wikitree.bsky.social profiles for Beth England www.wikitree.com/wiki/England... and @leahwilliamson.bsky.social www.wikitree.com/wiki/William...

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Beth England (b. 1990s) | WikiTree FREE Family Tree

Is this your ancestor? Explore genealogy for Beth England born 1990s including ancestors + more in the free family tree community.

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Dr Robert Bohan @robertbohan.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

[4] This is another child in the Dublin gallery. They are known as the Cottage Girl. The thing is though, he was a boy that Thomas Gainsborough came across & turned into one of his greatest masterpieces.

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